The Magnet Schools Assistance Program (MSAP) makes grants to local educational agencies (LEAs) to establish and operate magnet schools projects that are part of approved desegregation plans and that are designed to bring together students from different social, economic, ethnic, and racial backgrounds. The collection of information is necessary for LEAs to apply for and receive grants under the MSAP in a manner consistent with Title V of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). The information is further necessary in order for grantees to meet reporting requirements as a part of the DepartmentÂs monitoring project performance during the grant period.
US Code:
20 USC 7231-7231j
Name of Law: Title V of the ESEA, as amended by the No Child Left Behild Act
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.