Wheatland-Chili Central School District will be offering a Fall Driver’s Education Program to all students who will be at least 16 years old and have a learners permit prior to September 10, 2026. The Fall course will run from September 10, 2026 – December 17, 2026. See the enclosed calendar for lectures and drive times.
Carefully review the enclosed schedule and understand that full commitment is required to participate in this course. All necessary drive and lecture times must be completed during the dates listed. Students may not cross into the next semester to finish lecture and/or in-car time. Students must attend all classes to complete the program and receive the MV-285 certificate, which documents the successful completion of the course. There are no additional make-up sessions, in-class or in-car, available beyond the two extra classes that are scheduled.
- Total cost of Driver Ed. Program: $475.00 District Resident or Non-District Resident
- Students must complete 24 hours of drive time and 24 hours of classroom time (NYS law) to receive their certificate
- We must receive a $150 deposit in the form of cash, check, or MySchoolBucks to reserve a spot in the Driver’s Ed program, for your student. This payment does not guarantee your first choice drive time. Spots are limited for each session.
- For your student to be registered for a drive time, the enclosed paperwork should be completed and returned after the deposit is made.
- We will also need a copy of your student’s learner’s permit.
- Registration will end September 3, 2026
- After the 5th class of Driver’s Ed, students that are eligible for their road test will receive their 5-hour course certificate (only if requested.) A student may use their course completion certificate (MV-285) in place of a 5-hour course certificate as well.
- If a student drops Driver’s Ed for any reason, the refund will be prorated, and a $25.00 administrative fee will apply.
- Students will meet at the back door of the school for all drive times.
Fees are paid at My School Bucks
The final payment of $325 MUST be received no later than September 3, 2026. If the balance is not paid, the student will not be able to participate in Driver’s Ed. (If the payment deadline is not met, a refund will be issued to you, less a $25 administrative fee.)
Registration will be on a first-come basis.
