Kendall County Times

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Oswego Community Unit School District 308 regarding emails and memos on January 28, 2025. The request, made by Kendall County Times, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, specifically asked for copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contain the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study."

As a media organization, we at Kendall County Times 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 media professionals.

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 worth noting that 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.

This data underscores our commitment to ensuring transparency in how educational resources are allocated within our communities. We will continue working diligently to provide accurate information about local governmental affairs.