New Hope Community Consolidated School District 6 Principal Mrs. Julie Harrelson (2023) | New Hope Community Consolidated School District 6
New Hope Community Consolidated School District 6 Principal Mrs. Julie Harrelson (2023) | New Hope Community Consolidated School District 6
On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the New Hope Community Consolidated School District 6. The request was made by SE Illinois News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request seeks copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contain the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study". These records are requested under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, preferably in electronic format.
As representatives of SE Illinois News explained in their request, access to public records is crucial for them to fulfill their professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given their role in disseminating information, they believe they are eligible for a fee waiver as media professionals.
New Hope Community Consolidated School District 6 Principal Mrs. Julie Harrelson (2023)
| New Hope Community Consolidated School District 6
In relation to this story, it's worth noting some key data 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 stands at 141:1, with an average student-to-teacher ratio of 17:1. Furthermore, 58% of teachers in Illinois hold a master's degree or higher.
SE Illinois News continues its commitment to provide detailed coverage on local governmental affairs through such requests.
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