Driver's Education Requirements, Information & Contract

In order for a young person to be eligible for Driver's Education in North Carolina, he/she will need to be 14 1/2 years of age or older. While North Carolina allows instruction to begin at this age, a young driver must be 15 years or older before North Carolina will allow anyone to take the written, computerized exam required to qualify for a learner's permit. Anyone may also refer to the NC DMV Handbook for pertinent required documents. Examples of documents may include: Completion certificate from approved NC Driving School, proof of residence, proof of continued education in public or private school. Other types of documentation may be found in the NC DMV Handbook - pages 15-17. 

In the classroom, students will attend 5 days of 6 hour classes - dates and times determined and regularly posted on the website. Regular stretch breaks after each chapter or presentation and a 20-30 minute lunch break are offered students to remain fresh and attentive during instruction. Lunch break times are announced daily to allow students to order food from local venues if desired. Students may bring a packed lunch from home - microwave is provided. Snacks are available - various candy bars, chips, crackers/cookies, Gatorade, water, soft drinks - all are priced at $1.00 in order to restock supplies as needed. Students are on the honor system of paying for snacks, change cannot be made.

Parents/Students are asked to print the Contract Page - fill in all information - scan and return through email (rightgeards@gmail.com) at least one week before assigned classroom instruction begins. Please be sure all information is legible - especially the email addresses.