A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Liberty Community Unit School District 2 on January 28, 2025. The request was made by Quincy Reporter, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request sought copies of all emails and memos from the past 12 months that contain the keywords “Lucy Calkins” and “Units of Study”. As a media organization, we are involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
According to the Illinois Report Card, the average state teacher salary in 2023 was $73,916, and 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. Furthermore, it’s noteworthy that 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master’s degree or higher.
As always, Quincy Reporter remains committed to delivering comprehensive coverage of local governmental affairs. We will continue seeking access to public records as part of our mission to hold public institutions accountable and provide transparency for our readers.
