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Gates Chili Central School District

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Driver's education

Driver's Education

Drivers ed sign on car roof at stoplight in daylightDriver education at Gates Chili is a program within Gates Chili Continuing Education. Driver education courses are a comprehensive learn-to-drive program available through a lottery process twice a year.

There are a limited number of spots available, so registration is done by lottery using students’ date of birth. In addition, to participate, students must be: 

  • currently enrolled in high school
  • at least 16 years of age 
  • hold a valid NYS permit

The cost of the program is $500 for district residents and $575 for non-district residents. Flexible payment options are available. 

Questions? Call us at (585) 247-5345!

Winter/​spring 2027 program

The winter/spring 2027 driver education lottery closes Friday, Nov. 13.

The program runs from January to May. There are a limited number of spots available, so registration is done by lottery using students’ date of birth. 

Register for lottery

  • Classroom sessions (ALL STUDENTS ATTEND)  

    Saturdays, 9:45-11:15 a.m.

    Jan. 2
    Jan. 9
    Jan. 16
    Jan. 23
    Jan. 30
    Feb. 6
    Feb. 27
    March 6
    March 13 (HS musical)
    March 20 (break week)
    March 27 (holiday weekend)
    April 3
    April 10
    April 17
    April 24
    May 1

    Road sessions

    Group 1
    Mondays, 4-5:30 p.m.

    Jan. 4
    Jan. 11
    Jan. 25
    Feb. 1
    Feb. 8
    March 1
    March 8
    March 15
    March 29
    April 5
    April 12
    April 19
    April 26
    May 3
    May 10
    May 17

    Group 2
    Wednesdays, 4-5:30 p.m.

    Jan. 6
    Jan. 13
    Jan. 20
    Jan. 27
    Feb. 3 (conference day — half day for students)
    Feb. 10
    Feb. 24
    March 3
    March 10
    March 17
    March 31
    April 7
    April 14 (conference day — half day for students)
    April 21 
    April 28
    May 5

    Group 3
    Fridays, 4-5:30 p.m.

    Jan. 8
    Jan. 15
    Jan. 22
    Jan. 29 (conference day — no school for students)
    Feb. 5
    Feb. 26
    March 5
    March 12 (musical)
    March 19
    April 2
    April 9 (conference day — no school for students)
    April 16
    April 23
    April 30
    May 7
    May 14

     

     

Will S., student

"A lot of these skills are still invaluable to me today, and having completed the course I am able to save money on my car insurance bills as well. I highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to save money and obtain their driver's license but also anyone who wants skills that will serve them on the road for the rest of their lives."

Juliet S., student

"Driver Education was a great experience for our daughter. The instructors were friendly and encouraging. The extra time in the car experiencing city and highway traffic was very helpful. She gained confidence in her ability and passed her road test on the first try!"

Cynthia T., parent

"My son took Drivers Education from Gates Chili School District. He had a great experience and it made him a much more responsible driver. Listening and learning from an instructor versus his parents was the key. Every dollar spent on this course was worth the peace of mind we have felt ever since!"

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