The purposes of this data collection are to generate biennial data on the total number of private schools, teachers, and students; and to build an NCES frame of private schools to serve as a sampling frame for NCES surveys that include private schools. This survey is an ongoing project to improve NCES universe and sample data on private schools.
This is a reinstatement of hours. Although this is an increase, the 2007-2008 is somewhat less than the previous PSS. The completion time of 20 minutes has been decreased to 18 minutes/response.
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.