COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho — The driver’s education program at Coeur d’Alene Public Schools will end this November.
Under Idaho House Bill 531, Idaho families now have the option to complete driver education through a parent-led model, which allows parents or guardians to guide their student’s driver training.
The district announced the driver education program will end effective November 12 of this year.
“For decades, our district has proudly provided driver education to about 200 students each year,” said Superintendent Shon Hocker. “While the program has served families well, I believe it is in the best interests of families for the district to pause our driver’s education program. The parent-led option ensures students can still access affordable driver training options at a significant cost reduction.”
The district says the program currently operates at an annual deficit of around $28,000, needs a new training vehicle and the district’s sole certified instructor will retire in November.
“This decision was not made lightly,” Hocker added. “We understand it may be disappointing, but it best supports families by reducing costs and ensuring continued access to driver education.”
The district says families will continue to have access to state-approved training opportunities. More information on the parent-led program will be posted on the district website and shared with families in the coming weeks.
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