Updated 4/27/23

Upcoming 2022-23 Course Dates 

All classes are on a first-come, first-serve with a max capacity of 35. Direct any questions regarding classes at New Bern HS to the school site coordinator: Mr. Curlings (NBHS.Driver.Education@gmail.com). 

All classes follow a 3-step process in order to be registered. Families must complete a Registration Form. This form will automatically close once classes have reached capacity. After completing the registration, payment must be submitted at the New Bern High School front office during school hours. Once payment has been made (or a CCS waiver has been completed and approved), families must complete the Receipt Verification Form. Failure to complete all steps in the correct order may result in a student not being enrolled into the class.

Note: Failure to complete all steps in the correct order may result in a student not being enrolled into the class

May 15-22, 2023. Age requirement: Born on or before November 15, 2008. (CLOSED)

• Step 1: Complete the Registration Form (This form will automatically close once capacity is reached. An email will be sent once class is closed. It is critical that the correct email is entered in this form in order to ensure that you receive communication regarding this course. Note: If the link is closed, check back for the next class registration cycle (usually open 30 days prior to the next class).

• Step 2: Bring the payment of $45.00 to the New Bern High School Front Office (between the hours of 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM)  by May 5 or complete the CCS Waiver Form

• Step 3: Submit proof of payment on the Receipt Verification Form. Complete this only after completing registration and payment

June 19-30, 2023. Age requirement: Born on or before December 19, 2008. (CLOSED)

• Step 1: Complete the Registration Form (This form will automatically close once capacity is reached. An email will be sent once class is closed. It is critical that the correct email is entered in this form in order to ensure that you receive communication regarding this course. Note: If the link is closed, check back for the next class registration cycle (usually open 30 days prior to the next class).

• Step 2: Bring the payment of $45.00 to the New Bern High School Front Office (between the hours of 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM)  by June 9 or complete the CCS Waiver Form

• Step 3: Submit proof of payment on the Receipt Verification Form. Complete this only after completing registration and payment

July 17-28, 2023. Age requirement: Born on or before January 17, 2009. 

• Step 1: Complete the Registration Form (This form will automatically close once capacity is reached. An email will be sent once class is closed. It is critical that the correct email is entered in this form in order to ensure that you receive communication regarding this course. Note: If the link is closed, check back for the next class registration cycle (usually open 30 days prior to the next class).

• Step 2: Bring the payment of $45.00 to the New Bern High School Front Office (between the hours of 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM)  by June 9 or complete the CCS Waiver Form

• Step 3: Submit proof of payment on the Receipt Verification Form. Complete this only after completing registration and payment

Upcoming Dates

• August 7-18, 2023 

Links will open approximately 30 days prior to class.

*Additional dates will be announced when they are available. Please check back for the next available classes or click on jdscarolinas.com for more information.

Eligibility: Students must be atleast 14 and 1/2 years of age to be eligible to take the driver's education class.  

Cost: The course is $45.00 and must be paid prior to the start of the class. Payments should be made at the front office of NBHS with any checks being made payable to NBHS.  Payment verification will be needed before the first class. You may be eligible for a fee waiver if you qualify for free or reduced lunch status.  If you are eligible for the fee waiver, complete the form and turn it in to the front office. CCS Fee Waiver Form

Health Screening and Vision Check: An official with the DMV will be at New Bern High School to administer eye exams on September 21st at 2:45 until 3:45. If you took a previous online class and missed the eye check, this is also for you. The eye check will take place rain or shine! The instructors can not take you on the road for the behind the wheel portion of this class until the eye exam is completed on your restricted instruction permit (RIP). If you were mailed the form, please bring the Restricted Instruction Permit with you. You must have this form with you and have all of your information filled out completely (in ink) with your instructor's signature and your parent's signature on it in order for you to get the eye check done. It also needs to be printed on one side of one sheet of paper, not two. The location of the eye exam will be at the carpool area (gym entrance) of NBHS under the covered area at the top of the steps. Masks are optional, but please observe all social distancing protocols. Additional eye exam dates at NBHS are to be announced..

School Site Driving Coordinator

You may also contact the school site driving coordinator (Coach Bobby Curlings - bobby.curlings@cravenk12.org or (252-671-3847) with questions concerning driver education. 

Additional Information:

Students who completed the classroom portion at New Bern High last school year and have lost their Certificate of Completion can contact JDS Carolinas by calling (252) 244-1220 or go to their website JDSCAROLINAS.COM to email them (there is a $10 fee for replacement certificates)