[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 71 (Wednesday, April 13, 2016)]
[Notices]
[Pages 21906-21907]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2016-08515]


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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION


Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

AGENCY: National Science Foundation.

ACTION: Notice; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request.

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SUMMARY: The National Science Foundation (NSF) has submitted the 
following information collection requirement to OMB for review and 
clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Pub. L. 104-13. 
This is the second notice for public comment; the first was published 
in the Federal Register at 80 FR 24288, and no comments were received. 
NSF is forwarding the proposed renewal submission to the Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance simultaneously with the 
publication of this second notice. The full submission may be found at: 
http://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. Comments regarding (a) 
whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper 
performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the 
information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the 
agency's estimate of burden including the validity of the methodology 
and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility and 
clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to minimize the 
burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, 
including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, 
mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms 
of information technology should be addressed to: Office of Information 
and Regulatory Affairs of OMB, Attention: Desk Officer for National 
Science Foundation, 725-17th Street NW., Room 10235, Washington, DC 
20503, and to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, National 
Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Room 1265, Arlington, VA 
22230, or by email to [email protected]. Comments regarding these 
information collections are best assured of having their full effect if 
received within 30 days of this notification. Copies of the 
submission(s) may be obtained by calling 703-292-7556.
    NSF may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless 
the collection of information displays a currently valid OMB control 
number and the agency informs potential persons who are to respond to 
the collection of information that such

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persons are not required to respond to the collection of information 
unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number.

ADDRESSES: Submit written comments to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports 
Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, 
Room 1265, Arlington, VA 22230, or by email to [email protected].

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Call or write, Suzanne Plimpton, 
Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson 
Boulevard, Room 1265, Arlington, VA 22230, or by email to 
[email protected]. Individuals who use a telecommunications device for 
the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 
1-800-877-8339, which is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 
days a year (including federal holidays).

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
    Title of Collection: Presidential Awards for Excellence in 
Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST): State Coordinators Survey.
    OMB Number: 3145--NEW.
    Type of request: Intent to seek approval for ICR.

Abstract

    The PAEMST is a White House program established by Congress in 1983 
authorizing the President to bestow up to 108 awards each year to 
teachers of mathematics and science at the elementary and secondary 
levels. The NSF is the designated federal agency for administration of 
this Presidential program. Awards are given to mathematics and science 
(including computer science) teachers from each of the 50 states and 
four U.S. jurisdictions. The jurisdictions are Washington, DC; Puerto 
Rico; Department of Defense Education Activity schools; and the U.S. 
territories as a group (American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the 
Northern Mariana Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands). The award 
recognizes those teachers who develop and implement a high-quality 
instructional program that is informed by content knowledge and 
enhances student learning. Since the program's inception, more than 
4,300 teachers have been recognized for their contributions in the 
classroom and to their profession. Awardees serve as models for their 
colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the 
improvement of mathematics and science (including computer science) 
education.
    The State Coordinator (SC) manages the PAEMST program within his or 
her state or jurisdiction. SCs recruit eligible nominees, select and 
assign mentors to nominees, coordinate the selection committee, and 
plan local recognition events within their State. They also carry out 
the responsibilities as noted in the ``Operational Handbook for State-
Level Science and Mathematics Coordinators.''
    The purpose of this survey is to seek feedback from the 120 SCs 
regarding PAEMST management within their state or jurisdiction. The 
NSF, PAEMST support team will ask directed questions using the survey 
to gather information that may specifically address the methods and 
recruitment efforts that SCs use to support the attracting of 
prospective award nominees. Additional survey areas may also include:
     Applicant Mentoring.
     Mentor Training.
     State selection Committee.
     State selection Process.
     Applicant and State Finalist Notification and Recognition.
     In-kind contributions.
    The survey will evaluate the impact SCs have on attracting 
prospective award nominees to PAEMST. This will be conducted as a web-
based survey.
    Estimate of Burden: Public reporting burden for this collection of 
information is estimated to average 30-40 minutes for State 
Coordinators.
    Respondents: Individuals.
    Estimated Number of Responses per Form: 120 Coordinators.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 960 hours (120 
Coordinators at 8 hours per survey = 960 hours).
    Frequency of Response: One per application cycle.
    Comments: Comments are invited on (a) whether the proposed 
collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of 
the PAEMST functions, including whether the information shall have 
practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the NSF's estimate of the burden 
of the proposed collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the 
quality, utility, and clarity of the information on respondents, 
including through the use of automated collection techniques or other 
forms of information technology; (d) ways to minimize the burden of the 
collection of information on those who are to respond, including 
through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical or 
other technological collection techniques or other forms of information 
technology.

    Dated: April 8, 2016.
Suzanne H. Plimpton,
Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation.
[FR Doc. 2016-08515 Filed 4-12-16; 8:45 am]
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