The ELS: 2002 second followup is the
third time this cohort of students who were in 10th grade in 2002
will be interviewed and assessed. Data will be collected from
students, dropouts, and school administrators. The field for this
study will be conducted in spring 2005. The full scale first
followup study will be conducted in spring 2006. This longitudinal
study is intended to measure school effectiveness and impact on
postsecondary and labor market outcomes.
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.