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Behind the Wheel

Osbourn Park High School Behind the Wheel Driving Instruction

Are you ready to conquer America's most congested roadways with confidence?

Join the PWCS Behind the Wheel Program and become one of Northern Virginia's safest teen drivers! Year after year, our program consistently produces top-notch drivers who navigate the roads with skill and caution.

Remember, accidents don't just happen—they're caused. Take control of your safety by enrolling in a program where you'll learn to drive safely from highly qualified EDUCATORS. Don't miss out on the opportunity to become a responsible and confident driver!

 

About Behind the Wheel

What is Behind the Wheel?

Experience top-tier driver education with our comprehensive Behind the Wheel program! Here's what you get:

  • 14 hours of in-car instruction over a 7-day session:
    • 7 hours of hands-on driving with a certified instructor.
    • 7 hours of observation alongside another student driver, guided by the same certified instructor.
  • Road skills evaluation on the final day to ensure you're ready to hit the road with confidence.

Ready to obtain your driver's license? SIGN UP TODAY! For $240, you can enroll in this WORLD-CLASS program taught by PWCS teachers certified in Driver's Education.

Flexible sessions are available after school or during your scheduled PE class. Don't miss out on this opportunity to become a safe and skilled driver!

Registration, Payment, Requirements, & Contact

Registration

Payment

  • Make Payment online through PWCS Student QuickPay or,
  • Submit a check/money order payable to Osbourn Park High School for $240 to Mrs. Link.
  • Email Receipt of Payment to Rodney Hodgson ([email protected]) to schedule classes.

After Payment

  • Once payment is received and processed, you will receive an email to schedule your after-school dates.
  • If School Behind-the-Wheel schedule is not available on the Driver's Ed. website, Mr. Hodgson will confirm your In-School session dates.

Requirements

  • Must have a valid learner's permit.
  • Must be currently enrolled in HPE II or completed Classroom DE and hold a DEC-District 8 Card.
  • Drive a minimum of 10 hours with parent supervision.

A student is required to attend the scheduled days for instruction. If you cannot commit to the scheduled meeting dates and times, please schedule a different session. Missing days of instruction may cause the student to not meet the required time of instruction, delays in the licensing process, and forfeiture of the $240 fee. Rescheduling of missed days will be on availability only.

Contact

  • If you have questions, please contact Rodney Hodgson, Driver Education Coordinator, at [email protected].

Available Range & Road Instruction

When selecting a schedule, please be sure to select a specific group that contains 2 RANGE appointments followed by the 5 consecutive days of ROAD driving appointments for a total of 7 days.

Once you have selected your RANGE days, you may choose a different time for ROAD DAYS WITHIN THAT GROUP (if available), but all RANGE and ROAD days should be within the group.

Notes:

  • Please complete 10 hours of guided driving practice with a valid permit before attending the first range class.
  • Please meet your instructor at the DE Tower located on the Driver's Ed lot at your scheduled time.
  • Classroom completion documentation, DEC-District 8 card, or enrollment in HPE II must be presented at first driving session.

Dates & Times

Coming soon!