The information collection uses a self-administered paper-pencil questionnaire, the Youth Health and School Climate Survey, to assess HIV and STD prevention efforts in one local education agency (LEA) funded by CDC Division of Adolescent and School Health under cooperative agreement PS13-1308. This will allow the LEA to identify program strengths and areas that need improvement. Findings will allow CDC to determine the impact of currently recommended strategies and change recommendations if necessary. The questionnaire includes questions on demographics, HIV and STD risk behaviors, use of related health services, school experiences including connectedness, harassment and bullying, homophobia, support of LGBTQ students, receipt of referral for HIV and STD prevention health services, and health education.
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.