The NCES will use the field test to
access data collection procedures that are planned fo rthe next
full-scale SASS in 2003-2004. Policymakers, researchers and
practitioners at the national, state and local levels use SASS data
which are representative at the national and state levels.
Respondents include public and private school principals, teachers
and school and LEA staff persons.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.