Resources
2021-2022 Classroom Registration Form
This registration form Must be uplaoded before you will be placed in a course.
Lake Norman Driver Education Contract
Registration Form needs to be printed, signed and returned for any student who has not registered online on the 1st day of instruction unless you have registered online. A deposit also needs to be sent in prior to the first day of class.
Helpful Forms
Adaptive Driving Registration Form
Checklist For Scheduling Road Test With Triad
This is a helpful check list to be completed before scheduling a road test with Triad Driving Academy.
Parent/Guardian Affidavit of Completion Form
This form acknowledges that the following Junior Operator has successfully completed the additional hours of supervised driving in place of the 6 hours of observation.
Per Governor Baker's Executive Order (COVID-19 Order No. 39), Junior Operators in Massachusetts will be allowed to complete up to 6 hours of supervised driving in place of the 6 hours of observation with a professional driving school. This supervised driving must be with a parent, guardian, or designee over the age of 21 who has a driver's license that has been valid for more than one year. These additional hours of supervised driving will be added to the currently required 40 hours of supervised parent driving.
This contract will be reviewed with the students on the first day of class. We ask that parents review it as well, as it outlines Triad Driving Academy's driver education course and policies.
Parent/Student Contract Signature Sheet
Triad Driving Academy requires that this Parent/Contract signature sheet be included with all student paperwork. It lets us know that both parent and student have reviewed the Triad Parent/Student Contract which includes our policies and procedures.
Triad Road Test Sponsorship Form
Complete this form to take your Road Test with Triad. Payment can be made by check sent in with the form, credit card over the phone or online at our website.
RMV Useful Links
Apply for a Passenger (Class D) Learner's Permit
To legally drive in Massachusetts, you must first apply for a learner's permit. To apply for a learner's permit, you need to decide what type of driver's permit you want - a REAL ID Massachusetts permit (valid for federal purposes) or Standard Massachusetts permit (not valid for federal purposes).
Class D or M Road Test Application and Checklist
Please bring this form with you on the day of your road test. The handy checklist will help make sure you have everything you need for your Road Test.
RMV Contact Us and Feedback Page
Identification Documents Needed
Find out what you need, including required documents, to complete transactions either online or in person
JOL Driver-Parent/Guardian Driving Contract
This contract empowers teens to make decisions based on their personal safety, eliminating peer pressure, and judgment. The agreement between parent and teen provides young drivers with a safe way out of dangerous- and potentially life-threatening-situations.
JOL Permit Violations And Penalties
Massachusetts Identification Requirements
The RMV asks that you provide the required identification for each different type of credential you apply for even if you already have a Massachusetts ID, Liquor ID, or driver's license.
Pay My Road Test and/or License Fees Online
Use the Online RMV Service Center to pay license and road test fees. Scroll down to the Additional Online Services section. Look for the link to Pay License And Road Test Fees.
Beginning March 26, 2018, the RMV is changing the way you get and renew your driver's license and ID card. REAL ID is a Federal Security Standard for IDs that was created in 2005 as a result of increased federal security measures after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. It is an additional layer of security for Massachusetts driver's licenses or ID cards. Click here for more information.
Driving manuals are a useful tool for understanding the licensing process and for studying the rules of the road. They also provide valuable information on RMV policies, changes to driving laws, and safe driving tips. We encourage you to read it thoroughly and keep it handy as a future resource.
RMV Information for Parents of Student Drivers
The RMV wants to ensure students receive the full benefit of their educational experience. The RMV is changing its policy on the timing of your participation in the Parent Education class. It is expected that parents will attend a Parent Education class early in the student's education process. Beginning May 1, 2019 students will not be allowed to start onroad training and/or observations until this class has been completed. This Parent Education class only applies to students under the age of 18.
A link to the services that the RMV provides online.
Parents or Guardians are responsible for making certain that their teen has completed not less than 40 hours of supervised driving, or 30 hours of supervised driving if the applicant has successfully completed a driver skills development program in addition to the requirements of driver's education. Use this log or the free mobile app, RoadReady® to track time spent on the road as well as a way to ensure that your teen has a diverse supervised driving experience. You want your teen to be as prepared as possible for their Junior Operator's License.
Request Hard Copy of RMV Manual
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Schedule Your Own Road Test at the RMV
If Triad is not sponsoring you then use this link to access the Online RMV Service Center. Scroll down to the Addional Online Services section. Look for the link to Schedule A Road Test or call the RMV's self service center at 866-MASSRMV (866-627-7768).
Each component of the Driver Education Program, 30 hours in-classroom or on-road instruction that consist of 12 hours behind the wheel and 6 hours observation, must be completed at one driving school or separately at two driving schools. Neither component may be divided between schools unless pre-approved by the RMV. Transferring partial classroom or on-road instruction hours from one school to another is prohibited unless approved by the RMV and only if the request meets the criteria for legitimate extenuating circumstances (i.e. medical emergency, relocation to another state, address change outside of driving school region or documented complaint against an instructor or a driving school).
Useful Links
Choosing the Best Vehicle for Your Teen
Teenagers are among the riskiest drivers, but they often end up with inexpensive vehicles that don't offer adequate protection in a crash. To help families find safer vehicles that fit within their budgets, IIHS began publishing a list of recommended used vehicles for teens.
A program offering specially-created resources to help parents keep their teens safer on the roads, especially after they receive their driver's licenses. Designed by parents for parents, the unique program includes an interactive website featuring engaging videos, practice tips, and other critical resources. Parents can sign up to receive weekly practice tips and suggestions via email and are encouraged to share their own teaching techniques and experiences.
Help Shape Your Teen Into a Safe, Responsible Driver
After spending years protecting your children from all sorts of dangers on the road and off, you now face the prospect of handing them the keys to the family car. It's time for them to learn how to drive. Are you prepared? This site can help you mold your young adult into a safe and capable driver.
Massachusetts Law About Auto Insurance
A compilation of laws, regulations, cases, and web sources on auto insurance law.
National Safety Council - Teen Safe Driving Coalitions
Learn how The Allstate Foundation has joined with the National Safety Council (NSC) to zero in on the teen driving epidemic by forming coalitions in 10 states to address the issue. The 10 coalitions have a common goal: To establish a culture of safe teen driving based on proven principles of Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL).
Another resource that offers a simple way to pass your permit test or motorcycle permit test. This website also offers a spanish option.
Practice Tests based on RMV manual
These MA RMV practice tests are good for the permit test, driver's license test and the senior citizens' refresher test.
Request Class D Learners Permit Practice Exam
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Download our free mobile app to track your driving experience together and to keep safety tips top of mind. The latest addition to The Parent's Supervised Driving Program offers parents and teens an easy, educational and convenient way to log the state required supervised driving time with the click of a button.
The Parent's Supervised Driving Guide
A valuable resource for parents and teens to help develop sound driving skills. The Guide contains helpful information that benefits drivers of all ages. It's never too late to develop your awareness of possible dangers on the road or how you can improve your driving.