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Course Details

Drivers Education is offered by Greenport High School and taught by the certified instructor, Mike Davies. There is a fee for this course and therefore, no school credit is given. Full payment is due at the time of registration. In order to participate in the program, students must be 16 years old, be in good standing academically and disciplinary within their school district, and have their Learner's Permit (MV-100) to start the course. Upon completion of the course, most insurance companies offer a 5% to 15% discount on insurance rates. There are a limited number of spaces in the Driver's Education program. Students who have their registration material, a copy of their permit and payment, on the day of registration, will be scheduled according to DATE OF BIRTH. Seniors and Juniors will have first priority and Sophomores will be scheduled upon availability. Students handing in their registration materials and payment after the registration date will be placed on the waiting list regardless of date of birth.

A complete, professionally taught Drivers Education Course that will provide the students with a comprehensive introduction to the driving experience. These experiences will include; "rules of the road", traffic safety concerns, defensive driving, proper handling of a vehicle, driving in traffic, and problems of substance abuse as related to driving.

Students must complete 24 hours of in-car instruction (6 hours behind the wheel/ 18 hours observation) and 24 hours of lecture class training and receive a passing grade of 65 or higher in each category. This course is not intended to bring new drivers to higher levels of driving performance without adequate practice time outside course hours. Nor is this course designed to spend more time than is required to cover the basic elements of the NY State road test.

The course includes the MV-285 Certificate of Completion. This provides an insurance reduction to students who qualify license Class D at age 17 upon successfully passing the NY State road test and submitting their MV-285 to DMV.

Absences Policy

Read carefully. By New York State Education regulations, a student is allowed to have no more than 2 absences in either car or lecture class. More than 2 absences in either class, (not combined) will result in the student failing the course. There are no "excused" absences. Absences due to illness, bereavement, SATs, ACTs, (and other tests), are still considered absences.

Refund Policy

If a student can not be accommodated because classes are filled, all monies will be returned or refunded. In any case, once classes begin, no tuition refund will be authorized. No refunds.

Student Obligations

  1. I will always obey all New York State vehicle and traffic laws.

  2. I understand that I must successfully complete both car and theory (lecture) portions of the course in order to receive a MV-285 Certificate of Completion.

  3. I will conduct myself at all times in both car and lecture classes in a responsible manner.

  4. I understand that all cell phones, etc., must be turned off during both in car and lecture classes.

  5. I understand the Absence/Make-up section of this application.

  6. I understand that in order to take advantage of the road portion of the course that I must gain additional practice time with my parent/legal guardian during approved hours.

  7. I understand that 50 hours of supervised instruction both during the day and at night, is required (MV-262) when applying for a "DJ" (junior) license.

  8. In the event of a collision during the conduct of the car class, I will give a full and detailed written statement to the High School Office regarding that collision.

 

Additional Reinforcement of Important Information

In order to avoid any confusion or misunderstanding at the end of the semester, please take note of the following:

  • New York State REQUIRES attendance at ALL classes, Lecture as well as Car.

  • Unfortunately, there are no "excuses" for missing class as a certain number of hours MUST be met.

  • If someone in your car is absent and you get to drive twice, it does not count as two classes.

  • CLASSES MAY NOT BE MADE UP DURING A DIFFERENT SEMESTER -New York State Education Department clearly states that lecture and car classes "must be taken concurrently".

  • Lecture Projects and Exams - Failure to hand in your assigned projects and /or failing an exam will also result in you not receiving your Course Completion Certificate.

  • Students who have an IEP or Special Academic needs should inform the instructors at the start of the semester.

  • Recognize that the student taking the course will eventually be behind the wheel of a vehicle. This is a tremendous responsibility for him/her. Therefore, responsibility in meeting all course work lies with the student.