Driver's Education Registration
Driver's Education is available to all Elkin City School students who are at least 14 1/2 years of age by the first scheduled date of the class.
Driver education courses consist of two phases:
- A classroom portion, which involves 30 hours of instruction and an eye exam
- A driving phase, which involves six hours behind the wheel
Upon completion, students receive a Driver's Education Certificate, which allows them to apply for a Level One Limited Learner Permit, the first level of North Carolina's graduated licensing process for drivers under age 18.
At this time the courses during the school year will be taught in a virtual setting. The summer class will be held face-to-face.
- September 16 - October 1 - Fully Virtual - 5:30pm - 8:30pm - Monday - Thursday. Tuition will be due September 12th.
- December 2-19 - Fully Virtual - 5:30pm - 8:30pm - Monday - Thursday. Tuition will be due November 25th.
- Spring Dates have not been set, but will be virtual
- Summer Session - In-Person - Dates have not been set
The cost of the class is $65 (non-refundable). Tuition due date for each class is listed beside the class date. Unpaid spots after the payment due date will be opened to students on the waiting list. Payment will not be accepted in the class.
Students must be 14 1/2 years of age by the first scheduled date of class. Student must also be a registered student in Elkin City Schools or a homeschool student who lives in the Elkin City School District.