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Driver's Education

Learning the Road. Building Responsibility.

Payette High School provides Driver’s Education information to help learners and families understand the steps, requirements, and expectations for beginning the process toward safe and responsible driving.

Driver’s Education is an important milestone for many learners. It supports safe driving habits, responsible decision-making, and preparation for Idaho licensing requirements.

Eligibility

Learners must meet Idaho age and permit requirements before beginning Driver’s Education. Idaho Transportation Department states that young drivers under 17 must have a driver training instruction permit to attend a public or private driver-training program.

Instruction Permit

Families should contact the Idaho DMV or county driver’s license office for current permit requirements, documentation, and fees.

Course Requirements

Idaho public Driver Education requirements include classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training. The Idaho State Department of Education Driver Education Program Manual provides current public driver education guidance.

School Verification

Learners under 18 may need school verification documentation showing current enrollment or compliance before obtaining a permit.

Contact the PHS or PA office to obtain your Verification of Compliance (VOC) documentation.

Getting Started

To begin the Driver’s Education process, families should:
  1. Review Idaho young driver requirements.
  2. Confirm learner eligibility.
  3. Obtain required DMV documentation.
  4. Follow Payette High School registration procedures.
  5. Complete classroom and driving instruction requirements.
  6. Continue supervised driving practice as required by Idaho law.

Idaho Driver’s Education Requirements

Idaho requirements include:
  • Minimum learner age requirements
  • Driver training instruction permit
  • Classroom instruction
  • Behind-the-wheel instruction
  • School verification documentation
  • Successful course completion
  • Supervised driving requirements before licensure

Families should always verify current requirements with the Idaho Transportation Department, Idaho State Department of Education, or Payette High School before registering.

Drivers Education Registration

Registration Window: Coming Soon

Course Dates: Coming Soon

Cost/Fee: Coming Soon

Instructor/Contact: Rikk Manzer - rimanzer@payetteschools.org

Location of Course: PHS 

How to Register: Updated Information Coming Soon - Summer 2025 Driver's Education Application

What Families Should Know

Driver’s Education requires commitment from both learners and families. Learners are expected to:

  • Attend all required sessions
  • Arrive on time
  • Participate responsibly
  • Follow instructor directions
  • Meet academic and behavioral expectations
  • Demonstrate safe and mature decision-making

Families should plan ahead for scheduling, transportation, permit requirements, and required documentation.

Important Reminder

Driver’s Education requirements, fees, permit rules, and state procedures may change. Payette High School will follow current Idaho law, Idaho Transportation Department requirements, Idaho State Department of Education guidance, and Payette School District procedures.

Families should contact the school office for current local Driver’s Education availability and registration information.