; or (bb) academic credit toward recognized postsecondary credentials while enrolled in high school. (IV) The number and percentage of students participating in work-based learning opportunities while enrolled in high school, including pre-apprenticeship programs, that include an employer assessment of student performance. (iii) Permissible indicators Each eligible entity that receives a grant under this paragraph may report on the following indicators: (I) The number and percentage of students scoring proficient or advanced on assessments of career readiness. (II) The number and percentage of students scoring proficient or advanced on capstone experiences that are evaluated by peers, educators, and employers. (III) The number and percentage of students who have mentors and participate in a formal mentoring program. (IV) Student attendance rates, including rates of chronic absenteeism. (V) As appropriate, any indicators described in section 116(b)(2) of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. (K) Grant or contract for evaluation From among funds reserved under subparagraph (C)(i)(I), the Secretary shall award a grant or contract to an entity outside the Department to conduct an evaluation of the activities assisted under this paragraph and their impact as measured by the indicators described under this paragraph. Results from the evaluation shall provide information on effective practices that can be replicated. (L) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this paragraph such sums as may be necessary. . (b) Authorization of appropriations Section 114(e) of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 ( 20 U.S.C. 2324(e) ) is amended by inserting , other than paragraph (6) of subsection (d), after this section .