Driver’s Education

38-hour Driver’s Education course and state-certified third-party tester for high school students.

Now registering for August & December 2026!

NOTICE

Students are required by state law to attain a Class E Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) card BEFORE the class but not to register. Please visit the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles website for more details. You may register for our class sessions without a TIP card.

Driving Course & Road Skills Testing

There are two components to Archbishop Shaw’s Driver’s Education program:

38-hour Course (30 in Classroom/8 behind-the-wheel)
- This course is scheduled using our online form and must be completed in its entirety according to guidelines in the document below.
- Class Fee: $430 (covers all instructional hours and materials)
- Please bring 1) black or blue pen, 2) red pen, 3) pocket folder, 4) highlighter, 5) textbook (provided the first day of class)
Third-party Road Skills Testing
- This test can be scheduled after the 6 month permit waiting period – during this time a parent/guardian should complete at least 50 hours of driving time with the driver.
- Our team will reach out via the provided contact information to schedule the date and time.
- You’ll also need to complete additional forms before testing.
- Testing Fee: $40
- Car Rental Fee: $20
  - Fee will be waived if the student provides their own vehicle for testing.

Class Schedule

August 2026

*Parents or Legal Guardians are required to attend an introductory meeting on August 22nd at 7:30a in the Media Center (Library).

Location

Media Center/Library

Schedule

8/22 – 8a-4p

8/23 – 8a-4p

8/29 – 8a-4p

8/30 – 8a-4p

DECEMBER 2026

*Parents or Legal Guardians are required to attend an introductory meeting on December 5th at 7:30a in the Media Center (Library).

Location

Media Center/Library

Schedule

12/5 – 8a-4:30p

12/6 – 8a-4:30p

12/12 – 8a-4:30p

12/13 – 8a-4:30p

For more information, contact us at (504) 340-6727 or
call Mr. Mike Baiamonte, lead instructor,
at (504) 615-2593 or baiamonte4@archbishopshaw.us.

Archbishop Shaw High School
1000 Salesian Lane
Marrero, LA 70072

Benefits of Driver’s Education

– Driver education can improve safety
– Driver education courses increase the awareness of drivers everywhere
– Driver education can improve a driver’s confidence
– Driver education can help a person to overcome his/her fear of driving
– Driver education is an excellent way to improve the safety of our roads

Course Specifications

1. Driver’s Ed requires perfect attendance for 9 classes. The classes will be a total of 30 hours. If for any reason a student cannot attend a class, please notify Archbishop Shaw before the class begins for a full refund. In the event that a student has to miss a class without the opportunity to withdraw, the student will receive credit for the attended classes; however, he/she will have to make-up the class at a later date when the next Driver’s Ed course is offered.

2. Each student will be required to receive eight hours of behind-the-wheel driving lessons. These lessons are scheduled by appointment at a time convenient for the student and instructor.

3. The 30 hours of class time required by law is rigorous with classroom activity and testing. No electronic communication devices will be allowed for use during classroom and testing times. Students will be allowed one break per three hours of class time. Students may walk outside to use their phones at the assigned break time.

4. Cheating is strictly prohibited. Any student found cheating will be immediately dismissed from the class and unable to return.

5. To successfully complete Driver’s Ed, the student will be required to score 80% or better on tests and the final during the classroom portion. After the driving portion is completed, the student will be required to score 70% or better driving a state certified Road Skills Test.

6. Additional Charges: $50/hr extra driving lessons.

7. Any grievance(s) not resolved by the school may be forwarded to:
Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services,
Office of Motor Vehicles, Attn.: Training and Certification Unit,
P.O. Box 64886, Baton Rouge, LA, 70896-4886.

8. Alternative testing techniques are available for those with visual, hearing, and speech disabilities.

Cancellation/Refund Policy

Effective January 1, 2026
To ensure fairness and allow us to properly schedule classes, the following cancellation and rescheduling policy applies:

Within 0–48 (1-2 days) hours of class start:

No refund will be issued.

A $200 rescheduling fee will apply if you wish to move to a later class.

Within 3-6 days of class start:

Option 1: Pay a $200 rescheduling fee to transfer to another class.

Option 2: Cancel and receive a $220 refund.

7 days or more before class start:

Eligible for a full refund.

May reschedule to another class at no additional cost.

August Registration

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December Registration

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