Walter Pitts, driver’s education director and instructor said the program applied for a $10,000 community foundation grant on March 31.
“If we get that, then 60 percent will go to scholarships,” he said.
Earlier this school year, the program was awarded $2,600 from The Ratner Foundation. The funds were used during the second semester to provide scholarships to 26 students that took the DDS state certified course offered by the school system.
Pitts said the scholarships went to students who received free or reduced lunches. Based on free and reduced statistics provided to the Calhoun Times, 50 percent of students are eligible for the scholarship.
The driver’s ed class, which is certified by the state, has helped produce safer drivers, Pitts said.
“I have seen accident statistics drop since the program began,” Pitts said.
Pitts said the class promotes safe-driving practices in the classroom prior to actual hands-on behind the wheel driving. The program also identifies dangers students may face while operating a motor vehicle. These dangers are identified through both the use of classroom curriculum and accessories designed for this purpose.
The program also acquaints students with the dangers of driving impaired.
Pitts said registration for the summer driving program begins soon. Classes will be offered in both the evening and morning at both Sonoraville High School and Gordon Central the classes last for eight weeks and meets the required 30 hours of instructional time. The cost of the classes are $250. For registration or additional information call 706-879-5020 ext. 8044, or check the system web site at www.gcbe.org, or the SHS or GCHS websites.
Morning Classes: 8 a.m.- noon
Evening Classes: 5:30p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Gordon Central High School: May 24, 25, 26, 27. June 1, 2, 8, 9
10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22. July 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27.
Sonoraville HS: June 28, 29, 30, July 1, 6, 7, 8, 9
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