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Littleton Parks, Recreation, and Community Education Department
Littleton Driving School
Driver’s Education Handbook and Policies
Littleton Parks, Recreation & Community Education
33 Shattuck Street
PO Box 934 Littleton Driving School
Littleton, MA 01460 33 Shattuck Street
Www.littletonrec.com PO Box 934
Email: Littletonrec@littletonma.org Littleton, MA 01460 Driver’s Education Coordinator:
Jack Jones
Phone: (978) 540-2490 Office Phone: (978) 540-2493
Fax: (978) 952-6053 Cell Phone: (978) 490-4976
www.littletonrec.com Email: littletondriving@littletonma.org
Table of Contents
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Introduction…………………………………...2
Policies and Procedures…………………….3-4
Frequently Asked Questions………………..5-6
Scheduling Road Lessons…………………..7-8
Driver-Parent Contract……………………..9-10
Permit Application………………………..11-12
License Application………………………….13
Upcoming Sessions and
Financial Information………………………..14
About our Instructors………………………..15
Additional Resources………………………..16
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Welcome to Driver’s Education!
Thank you for choosing Littleton Driving School. Learning how to drive
and receiving a license is an important rite of passage for teenagers and our
school hopes to make the process as easy and trouble-free as possible.
Within this booklet you will find many important resources that will allow
both parent and student to navigate the Driver’s Education process success-
fully. Please be sure to read each component of this booklet carefully for it
contains vital resources.
Driver’s Education at Littleton Driving School consists of 30 classroom
hours, 12 hours behind-the-wheel instruction, and 12 hours of on-the-road
observation. Parents are responsible for an additional 40 hours of on-the-
road practice. Students have one year to complete the program.
The goals of our program are to promote safe driving attitudes, defensive
driving skills, and respect for the rules of the road; to prepare students for
the Registry of Motor Vehicles road test exam; and to prevent or reduce
accidents and fatalities that include young drivers.
We at Littleton Driving School, and myself personally, look forward to
working with you and your child to make this process as educational, inter-
active, and easy as possible. If you have any questions, I am more than
happy to help out in any way I can.
Good luck, and safe driving!
Jack Jones, Driver’s Education Coordinator
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Additional Resources and Important Websites
Policies and Procedures
Websites:
30 Hours of Classroom Instruction
Littleton Parks, Recreation, and Community Education
a. All classes must be completed with no more than 3 classes http://www.littletonrec.com
missed during the session.
b. The student must attend the class s/he has signed up for. The MA Department of Transportation– RMV
student may make up a missed class in another session only with http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/rmv/
the permission of the instructor. The make-up class must cover
the same material as the missed class (there are 15 modules).
c. Students must attend at least the first class and have a Learner’s American Driver and Traffic: Safety Education Association
Permit before scheduling a driving lesson. http://www.adtsea.org/adtsea/
d. Students are required to get a 80% average, complete a project
and pass the final exam with a minimum grade of 80% to pass
the course. USDOT: Federal Highway Administration
e. Students must obtain the RMV Driver Manual-online or at a http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/
RMV office ($5) or registered students will receive a free copy
of the manual on the first day of class. Massachusetts State Police
12 Hours of Driving Instruction http://www.mass.gov/?
pageID=eopsagencylanding&L=3&L0=Home&L1=Public+Safety+Agenci
a. Driving and observation is done in two-hour sessions, one hour es&L2=Massachusetts+State+Police&sid=Eeops
for each function, during non-school hours.
b. Students will be picked up and dropped off at Littleton High
School front circle next to the flag pole. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
c. Students must wear proper footwear for driving. Shoes with high http://www.madd.org/
heels or open heels such as flip-flops, clogs, or Crocs are not
permitted. Students Against Drunk Driving (SADD)
d. Students should be prompt. The instructor will wait 10 minutes http://www.sadd.org/
after the appointed time. After that time, the student(s) is consid-
ered a no-show and will be charged.
e. Students must have their Learner’s Permit with them or the driv- Littleton Police Department
ing lesson will be cancelled and the student will be http://www.littletonma.org/content/121/default.aspx
charged. The missed –lesson fee is $45 per hour, only to be paid
by the student failing to present the Learner’s Permit.
f. Littleton Driving School reserves the right to cancel a driving Phone Numbers:
lesson. In such case, the students will not be charged. Littleton Parks, Recreation, and Community Education
g. Students are expected to complete the Driver Education Program (978)540-2490
within 1 year.
12 Hours of Observation with a Partner Littleton Driving School Main Line
(978)540-2493
A. Observing student must pay attention during their partner’s drive
time- It is part of the Driver Education program and curriculum.
Jack Jones, Driving Coordinator
B. No sleeping, texting, phone calls, homework, or headphones.
(978)490-4976
MA Department of Transportation— RMV
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Making a Driving Appointment:
About our Instructors On-Line: Each student will have a Username and Password that will allow access to the
scheduling website. Times will be posted and a student may have reservations for up to 3 fu-
Amy French-Professional Driving Instructor ture driving appointments. Students should skip two days between each appointment, or ob-
tain instructor permission. Misuse of the ID/password will result in suspension of driving
Amy just completed her first year with Littleton Driving School in Decem-
privileges.
ber 2011. Prior to coming to Littleton Driving School, Amy worked for Ac-
ton-Boxborough Community Education for the past 9 years. Amy works Telephone: A student and partner may reserve a driving appointment by calling the Littleton
Driving School office (978-540-2493). Office hours are 9:00am-4:00pm.
full time during the day for Acton Public Schools managing two of the dis-
trict grammar school Cafeterias. Driving Appointment Cancellation Policy: If you cannot make your appointment, you must
cancel AT LEAST 24 hours prior to your appointment or you will be charged $45.00. Failure
to cancel on time results in a fee of $45 per hour with both drivers charged.
Jack Jones-Driver’s Education Coordinator
Gold driving card (passport) and white classroom card: The gold and white cards are your
Jack just completed his first year with Littleton Driving School. Prior to passport to Drivers Ed. You must have them with you at every class and every lesson. As
coming to Littleton Driving School, he worked for Acton-Boxborough soon as you have obtained your Permit, fill in the permit number on your blue card. Once your
Community Education for the past four years as a Professional Driving In- gold driving card and white classroom card are complete, give them to your instructor or take
structor. it to the Littleton Driving School office. In approximately one week, your Driver Education
completion will be on file at the RMV so that you can call or go online and schedule a Driving
Test for your JOL license.
Lisa Lamoureux-Professional Driving Instructor
Lisa is about to complete her first year with us at Littleton Driving School. Getting a Learner’s Permit:
During the day, Lisa drives bus #1 for Acton Public Schools and has two Junior Operator’s License (JOL) - Special restrictions and consequences apply to
years experience as a Professional Driving Instructor with Acton- young drivers. The purpose of this is to slow down inexperienced drivers and de-
crease vehicular accidents in this age group. See your drivers manual or http://
Boxborough Community Education.
www.massdot.state.ma.us for more information.
Kevin Lee-Professional Driving Instructor and Special Programs In- JOL restrictions include-
structor 1) Cannot drive between the hours of 12:30am and 5:00am unless accompanied by
Kevin is one of the newest professional Driving Instructor and shares his a parent or guardian.
2) Cannot drive with passengers other than family members that reside with you for
work time with Littleton Parks, Recreation, and Community Education.
the first 6 months after getting your license.
Kevin spends his time during the day on numerous programs that Littleton
Graduated Licensing Timeline:
Parks, Recreation, and Community Education offers.
1) Age 16: Read the drivers manual and take the Learner’s Permit test at the RMV
($30)
David McGlaughlin-Professional Driving Instructor
2) Age 16-1/2 or 6 months after getting your Learner’s Permit: Eligible to apply
David is another fairly new Professional Driving Instructor that joined us and test for a JOL Driver’s License if you have completed the driver’s education
back in August, 2011. David is also a Firefighter/EMT for the Town of requirements.
Westford. 3) Age 17 or 6 months after getting a license: Can begin driving with passengers
other than family members.
Christine Whitcomb-Professional Driving Instructor 4) Age 18: End of JOL period.
Christine joined us back in September 2011 as a Professional Driving In-
structor. Christine drives for Dee Bus Service for Littleton during the day. Registry of Motor Vehicles website: http://www.massdot.state.ma.us.
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Frequently Asked Questions Upcoming Sessions and Financial Information
Driver Education Fees:
$570/Resident of Littleton
When can I begin making appointments to drive and observe?
$573/Non Resident of Littleton
You may sign up for observation and driving time when you are at least 16 years **If not already paid the $5.00 Annual Park and Recreation Fee (per person,
old and have your Learner’s Permit. Students MUST attend at least the first per year), please add to your total.
classroom session before scheduling driving time.
The $570 fee includes:
How do I make driving appointments? -30 hours of classroom instruction
-12 hours of observation
You can schedule appointments online, in person or by calling the Littleton, -12 hours on road instruction
Parks and Recreation & Community Education office between 9am-4pm. -2 hour mandatory parent driver safety course
How many future appointments may I have at any time? Forms REQUIRED for registration:
Driver Education Registration Form (includes Liability Release Form)
You may have up to three pending appointments on the books at any time and
you should space your lessons at least two days apart from one another so you
have time to practice with your parents between lessons with the school. Driver Education Road Test Form (This form is needed if Littleton Driving
School will be sponsoring your Road Test. Please include this form with your
What happens if I miss an appointment? payment of $75.00.)
Be sure to record each of your appointment times carefully, as the times will ***Student must be 15 years and 9 months the first day of the session***
vary. If you miss an appointment, you will be charged a $45/per hour fee.
How do I cancel an appointment? What is the deadline after which I am
charged for the lesson?
If you cannot make your appointment, you must cancel at least 24 hours prior to
your appointment or you will be charged $45.00.
What should I do if an emergency occurs and I can’t cancel my appointment
by the deadline?
If possible, please find someone to take your place. If you find a substitute, call
the Littleton Driving School office 978-540-2493 so we can make the change in
the schedule. If you can’t find a sub, please call us and explain the situation. No
-show charges with exceptional circumstances will be decided on a case-by-case
basis.
If you are absent from school on the day of an appointment, please call the Little-
ton Driver Education office to cancel. The High School does not give us atten-
dance information.
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Where should I meet the Driver Education car?
The Drivers Ed. car will meet students at Littleton High School near the flag-
pole. The driver instructor will not search for you. The driver instructor will
only wait 10 minutes. After this time, you will be considered a no-show and
will be assessed $45 fee for each hour scheduled
Do I need my gold card and Learner’s permit to drive or observe in the
Driver Ed car?
Yes, you need both to either drive or observe. The driving instructor cannot
let you into the car without your Learner’s Permit per state law.
What should I do when my gold and white cards are complete?
Bring it or mail it to the Littleton Driving School office along with a copy of
your Learner’s Permit. After confirmation of completion, we will promptly
send you a letter of completion, and instructions about your road test. When
your completion has been recorded at the RMV, you can make your appoint-
ment for your road test for your license. You will have to pay for your road
test appointment ahead of time ($20) and we strongly encourage that you
prepay for your License ($50) as well.
How do I make a road test appointment?
One you are at least 16-1/2 years old, have no violations on your Learner’s
permit, have had your Learner’s Permit for 6 months, and have completed all
necessary Driver’s Education requirements, you can make your road test ap-
pointment. This can be done by phone (866-MASSRMV) or by logging onto
www.massdot.stae.ma.us/rmv. When you go to the road test, please remem-
ber to bring the following:
A completed Road Test form and your Learner’s Permit.
Can I use the Driver Education car for my road test?
Yes, if you prepay your Road Test and License fees. The cost of this service
is $75 in addition to the $20 road test appointment fee (payable to RMV) and
the $50 License fee. Please call Littleton Driving School (978-540-2493) to
make these arrangements. Call the RMV scheduling line (866-MASSRMV)
or use the on-line service (www.massdot.state.ma.us/rmv) and schedule the
road test at the Leominster RMV. Let us know what you reserved, and we
will confirm the car and instructor who will sponsor you for your road test.
We are always available to answer your questions,
feel free to call!
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Scheduling Road Time: A Walkthrough
Scheduling road lessons and observation times can be a difficult and occasionally
frustrating process when trying to squeeze Driver’s Education into an already
busy schedule. This walkthrough will help you navigate our convenient on-line
scheduler with ease.
Do not share your password with other students – we encourage you to change your pass-
word after logging in for the first time.
http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/Littleton_Driving_School/Car_1
http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/Littleton_Driving_School/Car_2
Each calendar represents one car used by the Littleton Drivers Education Program. If you
do not find an appropriate time, try the other calendar.
Once you follow one of the above links you will be taken to screen similar to this one.
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Enter your ID/Email address and password in the appropriate boxes. Then click on the
[Log In] button or simply press the [Enter Key]
You will be taken to the following screen where you can set-up you appointments:
To schedule an appointment click on the “white” space on the calendar for any open time
you would like to set-up your appointment.
A box will appear where you can make changes and adjustments. Once the details are set
click on the [Create Reservation] button.
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To edit your appointment click on the appointment. The appointment details will appear in a
box that can be edited or deleted.
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