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Crystal Lake Illinois Teen Driving Guide

What parents and teenagers need to know about the learn-to-drive process in Crystal Lake, IL

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6 steps for your teen to get their license in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
1
Enroll in an Illinois Driver's Ed Program
WHEN: Your teen can start classroom instruction as soon as they are 15 years old.
DURATION: Illinois law requires 30 hours of classroom instruction.
WHY: By knocking out some classroom hours beforehand, teens will be better prepared for the permit test.
WHERE: Classroom instruction can be done in-person at a local driving school or online.
ONLINE DRIVING PROGRAMS:
Illinois-approved online course that your Teen can complete at home on their computer
IN-PERSON DRIVING PROGRAMS NEAR YOU:
Crystal Lake Central High School
45 W Franklin St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
 (815) 459-2505
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Crystal Lake South High School
1200 S McHenry Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
 (815) 459-6420
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Prairie Ridge High School
6000 Dvorak Dr, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
 (815) 479-0614
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Cary-Grove Community High School
2208 Three Oaks Rd, Cary, IL 60013
 (847) 639-4131
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Harry D Jacobs High School
2601 Bunker Hill Dr, Algonquin, IL 60102
 (847) 551-8413
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Huntley High School
13719 Harmony Rd, Huntley, IL 60142
 (847) 659-2100
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Woodstock North High School
3000 Raffel Rd, Woodstock, IL 60098
 (815) 338-7611
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Woodstock High School
501 W South St, Woodstock, IL 60098
 (815) 338-7611
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McHenry East High School
1100 N Green St, McHenry, IL 60050
 (815) 385-3101
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McHenry High School-West Campus
4724 W Crystal Lake Rd, McHenry, IL 60050
 (815) 385-3101
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2
Pass the Learner's Permit Exam
WHEN: Your teen can take the learner's permit exam any time after they turn 15 years old.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring proof of identity, residency, social security card, completed application and payment for the fee.
WHY: This test covers knowledge of Illinois traffic signs and driving laws. Your teen must also pass a vision exam.
WHERE: Take the exam at an Illinois Secretary of State Driver Service Facility. Check if appointments are needed.
LOCATIONS AROUND THE CRYSTAL LAKE AREA WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
3
Practice Driving On Illinois Roads with a Parent
WHEN: This takes place during the time when your teen has their permit, and must be competed before taking the driver's license exam.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should always carry their Illinois learner's permit each time they drive. A parent or guardian is required to be present. Use the DRVN app to guide development and track time.
DURATION: Illinois law requires 50 hours of supervised driving time with 10 of these hours being at night.
WHERE: Practice driving on a range of roads, from residential to city to freeways. Focus especially on roads in and around the area you live in Illinois to build familiarity with local traffic.
MOBILE COACHING APP FOR PARENTS AND TEENS:
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4
Practice Driving with an Instructor In Illinois
WHEN: This takes place while your teen has their Illinois learner's permit, and at the same time as classroom instruction.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should carry their learner's permit, and you'll need to acquire the services of a licensed Illinois Driving instructor.
DURATION: Illinois law requires 6 hours of behind-the-wheel practice with an instructor.
DRIVING INSTRUCTORS IN THE CRYSTAL LAKE, ILLINOIS AREA:
Crystal Lake Central High School
45 W Franklin St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
 (815) 459-2505
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Directions
Crystal Lake South High School
1200 S McHenry Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
 (815) 459-6420
Website
Directions
Prairie Ridge High School
6000 Dvorak Dr, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
 (815) 479-0614
Website
Directions
Cary-Grove Community High School
2208 Three Oaks Rd, Cary, IL 60013
 (847) 639-4131
Website
Directions
Harry D Jacobs High School
2601 Bunker Hill Dr, Algonquin, IL 60102
 (847) 551-8413
Website
Directions
Huntley High School
13719 Harmony Rd, Huntley, IL 60142
 (847) 659-2100
Website
Directions
Woodstock North High School
3000 Raffel Rd, Woodstock, IL 60098
 (815) 338-7611
Website
Directions
Woodstock High School
501 W South St, Woodstock, IL 60098
 (815) 338-7611
Website
Directions
McHenry East High School
1100 N Green St, McHenry, IL 60050
 (815) 385-3101
Website
Directions
McHenry High School-West Campus
4724 W Crystal Lake Rd, McHenry, IL 60050
 (815) 385-3101
Website
Directions
5
Take the Illinois Driver's License Exam
WHEN: After your teen has turned 16, completed their driver education course, and met the required supervised driving time, schedule the drivers license test.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring your learner's permit, birth certificate, social security card, proof of residency, insurance, practice driving log, consent to drive form and payment for the fees.
WHERE: Take the exam at an Illinois Secretary of State Driver Service Facility. Make sure to schedule the exam in advance.
LOCATIONS WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
6
Purchase Car Insurance Coverage In Illinois For Your Teen
WHEN: Your teen is automatically covered under your policy when they have their permit, at no additional cost. However, once they get their full license and start driving, they will need a separate insurance coverage. Be prepared, this can be costly.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: You'll need to provide your insurance agent with a copy of your teen's driver's license, plus information on the primary vehicle that they will be driving. If your teen is a good student with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, many insurers will offer discounts if you provide a copy of their grade card.
WHERE: Start with your insurance agent, but make sure to shop around!

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