River Bend Community Unit School District 2 Principal Mr. Darryl Hogue (2023) | River Bend Community Unit School District 2
River Bend Community Unit School District 2 Principal Mr. Darryl Hogue (2023) | River Bend Community Unit School District 2
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the River Bend Community Unit District 2 in Illinois on January 28, 2025. The request, issued by NW Illinois News, sought copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contained the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study".
The request emphasized the role of media in providing transparency to the public and holding public institutions accountable. As a news organization dedicated to comprehensive coverage of local governmental affairs, NW Illinois News believes it is eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
This FOIA request comes amidst growing interest in educational policies and practices. 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.
The information requested by NW Illinois News could shed light on important discussions happening within River Bend Community Unit District 2. It remains crucial for us at NW Illinois News to provide accurate news coverage on these matters to ensure public institutions remain transparent and accountable.
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