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West Side School District 202

The Mission of the West Side School District is to provide educational opportunities for all students which will enable them to prepare themselves to assume personal, family, and civic responsibilities.

Driver Education

Fall 2026 Driver Education Information

Who: Students who will be 15 or older by March 15, 2027, and who have no failing grades from the current or previous term.

When: Class starts September 18, 2026.

  • Meets Fridays, 8:00–10:30 am, in Mr. Adams’ classroom (Beutler Middle School Building)
  • Drives scheduled throughout the week (after school) and on Fridays
  • Course expected to finish by November or December

Cost: $275 course fee* (or $50)

  • Full-time West Side students can use the Idaho Advanced Opportunities Credit to cover $225 of the $275, leaving $50 out of pocket. (see detailed steps below)
  • A separate $21.50 permit fee, paid to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office

How (registration steps):

  • Step A – Sept 3, 7:00 am: Complete the Sign-up Form (closes at 8:00 am or when full)
  • Step B – Sept 9, 7:30 am: Bring registration paperwork and payment to Mr. Adams, and pick up VOC form for the sheriff’s office. (see more information below)
  • Step C – Sept 10–17: Get the permit at the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. (See required items below)
  • Step D – Sept 18, 8:00 am: Attend the first class with permit paperwork in hand. Students will be given a driving schedule in this class.

Detailed Registration Steps and More Information

Step A — Sign-Up (September 3, 7:00 am)

  • The sign-up window opens at 7:00 am and closes at 8:00 am, or sooner if the class fills.
  • Use the Driver Education Sign-up Form and complete all requested information.
  • Later that day, you’ll receive a confirmation email if your student got a spot, along with:
    • A copy of the Registration Form
    • The Advanced Opportunities Participation Form. (This enables full-time West Side High School students to use the Idaho Advanced Opportunities Credit towards $225 of the course fee. Important: To be eligible for the credit, students must attend full-time at West Side High School.)
  • If the class fills up, you’ll be notified by email. Seating for the class is limited and sometimes fills quickly. Driver Ed is offered three times a year (Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer)

Step B — Bring Paperwork to Mr. Adams (September 9, 7:30 am)

Once you’ve received your confirmation email, bring both of the following to Mr. Adams in his classroom:

  1. The completed Registration Form
  2. Either the Advanced Opportunities Participation Form and $50, OR the full course fee of $275

In return, Mr. Adams will give you a Verification of Enrollment form — you’ll need this at the DMV.

Make sure you bring the papers on this day between 7:30am and 8:00 am. If you don’t have a printer, Mr. Adams can give you a copy.

Step C — Get the Permit (September 10–17)

Visit the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office to register for the permit. Cost: $21.50, payable to the Sheriff’s Office.

Bring the following:

  • The Verification of Enrollment form from Mr. Adams
  • Student’s official state-issued birth certificate
  • Parent’s valid Idaho driver license or ID card
  • Student photo ID (activity card, yearbook photo, or other ID)
  • Glasses or contacts (for the vision test)
  • Student’s Social Security number

You’ll leave the sheriff’s office with a paper showing you have purchased a permit and a permit number. Don’t lose this paper. It must be brought to the first class, or the state requires the student be dropped from Driver Education.

Step D — First Day of Class (September 18, 8:00 am)

Students should bring:

  1. Permit paperwork from the DMV
  2. Pencil or pen (bring to every class)

Class is held in Mr. Adams’ classroom, Beutler Middle School Building, from 8:00–10:30 am. Parents may pick up students at 10:30 am.

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Additional Notes

  • Classes are usually held Friday mornings; a full schedule will be handed out at the first class. Schedules are subject to change without notice.
  • This course is worth one elective credit at West Side High School.
  • Please note that vehicle issues, illness, or weather may delay individual drives or classes.
  • Driver Education is offered as a public service by the West Side School District and is not a required school service.

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