Driver's Education

Driver's Education is offered in two phases. In the first phase students have nine weeks of classroom work (Driver's Safety). All students will be scheduled for safety class based on their age and number of classes passed. Students must be at least 15 years of age for classroom instruction.

Phase two is 4-5 weeks of behind-the-wheel training (Driver's Training). Note: All students must have six hours of behind-the-wheel instruction in order to take the driving test before age 18. The top 12 students with the highest grades in safety class will drive during the school day; other students who pass safety will be able to sign up for before school or after school drivers training.

Drivers Training is also offered in summer school.

Fees:
1. The initial instruction permit is $20 payable to the Secretary of State. This fee is subject to change and is set by the Secretary of State.
2. The lab fee for Driver's Training is $250 and is payable to GCHS.
3. Parents/guardians may fill out the Household Income Form to see if they qualify for reduced fees.

Department Staff
Bruce Frank (Department Chair)
Jeff Anderson
Mike Bryant
Dawn Hamm
Brad Hasquin
Jake Janek
Deb Mills
Jeff Ridenour
Dan Robertson
Ted Wallace

Helpful Links
Illinois Secretary of State - www.ilsos.gov

QUESTIONS
Contact Bruce Frank - bruce.frank@gcsd9.net - 618-451-5808, Ext. 2540

* Updated November 12, 2025