Rockford Sun

On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the North Boone Community Unit School District 200. The request was made by Rockford Sun, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.

The FOIA request sought copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contained specific keywords. These keywords included "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study." The request emphasized the importance of access to public records for media professionals like us at Rockford Sun in fulfilling our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.

In light of this information request, it's important to note some statistics about education in Illinois. According to the Illinois Report Card, the average state teacher salary in 2023 was $73,916, while the state average administrative salary was $116,908. The average student-to-administrative ratio is 141:1, and the average student-to-teacher ratio is 17:1. Interestingly, 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.

North Boone Community Unit School District 200 Principal Dr. Michael Greenlee (2023) | North Boone Community Unit School District 200

As we continue our mission at Rockford Sun to provide thorough coverage on local governmental affairs, access to such records will be instrumental in maintaining transparency and accountability within our educational institutions.