Liberty Public Schools Driver's Education

  • Enrollment for 2023 is currently full.

    If you are interested, please fill out a WAITING LIST FORM, and we will contact you if a position opens up.

  • Enrollment is currently full, but you can CLICK HERE to pay for your tuition for the driver's education class.

  • 2023 Drivers Education Information

    Students who possess a learner's permit and are 15 years of age or older by their first scheduled driving time are eligible to participate in Driver's Education.  To receive a Driver's Education Certificate, the student must complete an online portion of the class, drive 6 hours, and pay $330.00 ($375.00 if payment is received after May 1, 2023).

    All sessions that start before the end of the school year will start at the driver's attending high school.  (Either LHS or LN)

    All summertime driving will start and end at Liberty High School - 200 Blue Jay Drive, Liberty, MO 64068

     

    Sessions available and tuition deadlines:

    • April 3-14:  Tuition must be paid by April 1, or you will lose your driving time.
    • April 17-28: Tuition must be paid by April 1, or you will lose your driving time.
    • May 1-12:  Tuition must be paid by April 1, or you will lose your driving time.
    • May 15-24:  Tuition must be paid by April 1, or you will lose your driving time.

     

    • May 30- June 8:  Tuition must be paid by May 1, or you will lose your driving time.
    • June 9-20:  Tuition must be paid by May 1, or you will lose your driving time.
    • June 21-30:  Tuition must be paid by May 1, or you will lose your driving time.

    Any drivers that are scheduled after May 1, must pay on the day of registration.

    Prices

    Cost is $330 until May 1. After May 1 the cost will be $375. Students who live outside the Liberty Public School boundaries are welcome to attend for $430. Payments can be made online.   This year you will be able to pay via credit card or e-check when enrolling.  You will still have the opportunity to pay by cash by taking money directly to the following location:

    Liberty Public Schools

    District Administration Center

    8 Victory Lane, Liberty, MO 64068. 

     

    Make checks payable to Liberty Public Schools.

    Make sure to write your student's name on the memo line.

     

    If you have questions, please contact Kyle Erickson - kyle.erickson@lps53.org

     

    Students must have a learner's permit prior to beginning a Driver's Education Course. A learner's permit can be obtained at the following Driver Examination Offices: 

    Liberty Driver Examination Office

    Gladstone Driver Examination Office

    Excelsior Springs Driver Examination Office

  • Our Services

    All parents want their students to learn the safe and correct skills for operating a vehicle.

    The Liberty Public Schools Driver’s Education Program is the answer. This program is offered during the summer months each year, starting about the same time as summer school. Students receive instruction from state-certified, professional instructors, both in the classroom and behind the wheel.

    What we offer: 

    • Instructors are State of Missouri Department of Education Certified.
    • Instruction is individualized to meet the needs of each student and their experience level.
    • Students receive a Certificate of Completion after the successful completion of the course.
    • Behind the wheel instruction and valuable observation time takes place in cars that have been donated by Gary Crossley Ford. Each vehicle is inspected and equipped with all the necessary safety features including air bags and an instructor side brake pedal.
    • Students receive 12 behind the wheel instructional lessons. Each focused on different driving skills needed to pass the State Driving Test. (Total of 6 hours behind the wheel)
    • Each student will complete an online portion of the class that focuses on driving fundamentals, rules of the road, vehicle maintenance, and much more.
    • Best Value!!! We offer more instruction for less money than other area programs. Please compare.