Authorized DPS Road Tests & Online/Traditional Driver's Education Classes

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POTENTIAL WINDER STORM

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FRI. 1/23/26- SUN. 1/25/26


There is a VERY strong possibility that the DFW area will receive a MAJOR winter storm between Friday & Sunday this week. CWDS is monitoring  the weather forecast and how the conditions will affect drive lessons  & Authorized DPS Road Tests. 


A decision regarding CWDS's schedule will be made by NOON Thursday 1/22/26. 


Any  announcement of cancellations will be posted on our message board, this website & phone voicemail. The safety of our students, staff  & other roadway users is ALWAYS at the forefront of all decision  making. 

DRIVE LESSONS & AUTHORIZED DPS ROAD TESTS- THUR 1/29

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS

SPRING BREAK SPECIAL Expires 3/25

SPRING BREAK SPECIALS

BUNDLED - Full Program: Classroom - ONLINE or INSTRUCTOR LED & Behind-the-wheel

Many  families have taken advantage of the expertise that CWDS  instructors  share with students every day. Upon completion of the driver ed  program, those students have obtained their  Texas driver's  license by testing with GLDA's authorized DPS Road Test Examiners. This  bundle combines the above services with Standard Premier Drive Lesson  scheduling and an authorized DPS Road Test. By bundling these CWDS/GLDA  services, students gain valuable knowledge and parents cans save time  and money at the same time. 

BUNDLED PRICE = $725


This bundle package includes:

  1. CWDS Instructor Led Classroom* via Zoom app.. OR Online Classroom - self-paced via Iamroadready.com  FULL PRICE = $300 
  2. CWDS Instructor Led BTW* FULL PRICE = $500 
  3. ST/PS - Standard Premier drive lesson scheduling - GLDA's staff will schedule the 7 drive lessons for the student - One (1) drive lesson per month - once the learner's license has been submitted to the GLDA office FULL PRICE = $200 
  4.  Authorized DPS Road Test administered by GLDA authorized DPS examiners a  GLDA's testing locations FULL PRICE = $75


  • IF PURCHASED SEPARATELY TOTAL FULL PRICE $1075
  • BUNDLED PRICE = $725


BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL APPLIED ON ENROLLMENT CONTRACT


*required by the State of Texas for a teen to obtain driver’s license.*

DON'T MISS OUT!!!

BASIC - Full Program: Classroom - ONLINE or INSTRUCTOR LED & Behind-the-wheel

(24 - Hrs Classroom Instruction* 

2 options: 

  1. Instructor Led  Classroom via Zoom app.
  2. Online Classroom - self-paced via Iamroadready.com

14 Hrs In-car Instruction* 

  • 7 hrs BTW instruction 
  •  7 hrs observation  


30 Hrs Practice at Home* 

  • documented with parent or another adult


Parent  Orientation

  •   PDF emailed to parents: permit requirements, make-up classes,   driving instructions & scheduling, license requirements &  testing and insurance 


Administration of Permit Tests*

  • 3rd day of class - tests given 
  • 2nd week of class email sent to parents with detailed instructions  on obtaining the learners permit &.DE-964 (for learner license)           


Additional Services:

  • Authorized Road Test
  • test review/ preparation
  • Authorized DPS Road Test at GLDA Information - (Link will direct you to Green Light Driving Academy website)

BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL APPLIED ON ENROLLMENT CONTRACT


*required by the State of Texas for a teen to obtain driver’s license.*

DON"T MISS OUT!!!

Requirements for obtaining class c driver license (TeeN)

COMPARING BASIC & BUNDLED OPTIONS

Carroll Watkins Driving School can offer a program to meet the needs of every  teen driver education student. 

From our basic  packages to our bundled offerings, CWDS is the correct road to a Class C Texas driver license.

BASIC OPTIONS



 

Bundling  some of CWDS's most popular services helps parents save money, while   teaching students the needed skills & defensive driving practices  that will enable them to navigate our hectic driving environment.


BUNDLED OPTIONS

  • PTDE = parent taught driver education
  • CLASSROOM = state required,  24 hours of classroom instruction
  • TRADITIONAL = zoom class/instructor led driving
  • INSTRUCTOR LED = class taught by a GLDA instructor, live & interactive using ZOOM  app.
  • ONLINE = refers to self paced online class with no instructor (using IARR, Iamroadready.com) 
  • BTW = behind the wheel driving instruction only (14 hrs: 7 hrs BTW & 7 hrs observation)
  • ST/PS = standard premier scheduling - GLDA staff schedules one (1) drive lesson per month

teen driver's ed FULL PROGRAM options

Many families have taken advantage of the  expertise that CWDS instructors share with students every day. Upon  completion of the driver education program, students may be eligible to  take the authorized DPS Road Test to obtained their Class C Texas  driver's license by testing with 

GLDA's authorized DPS Road Test Examiners. 

TEST WITH US & SKIP THE DPS!


TEEN REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLETION OF

 DRIVER'S  EDUCATION IN TEXAS


  • Classroom phase - 24 hours (learners permit obtainable after 1st 6 hours)
  • In-car phase - 7 hours - behind-the-wheel driving, 7 hours - observation 
  • An additional 30 hours - behind-the-wheel driving - 10 hrs must be  at night *** additional 30 hrs monitored by the parent or guardian -  must be completed in the presence of an adult who holds a valid license,  is 21 or older, has at least one year of driving experience 



CLICK ON ONE OF THE OPTION BUTTONS BELOW TO GET STARTED TODAY!

BUNDLED - Classroom & Behind-the-wheel ONLINE or instructor LED

BUNDLED - Classroom & Behind-the-wheel ONLINE or instructor LED

BUNDLED - Classroom & Behind-the-wheel ONLINE or instructor LED

 BUNDLED PRICE = $725


This bundle package includes:

  1. GLDA Instructor Led Classroom* via Zoom app.. OR Online Classroom - self-paced  FULL PRICE = $300 
  2. GLDA Instructor Led - Behind-the-Whee* l FULL PRICE = $500 
  3.  Premier drive lesson scheduling - GLDA's staff will schedule the 7 drive lessons for the student - One (1) drive lesson per month - once the learner's license has been submitted to the GLDA office FULL PRICE = $200 
  4.  Authorized DPS Road Test* administered by GLDA authorized DPS examiners at a  GLDA's testing locations FULL PRICE = $75

IF PURCHASED SEPARATELY TOTAL FULL PRICE $1075


BUNDLED PRICE = $725


ADDITIONAL SERVICES AVAILABLE 

(ADDITIONAL FEE APPLIES)

  1. Document Submission for required documents to obtain driver's license              FULL PRICE = $50 - ASK ABOUT $25 DISCOUNT
  2. Road Test Prep Lessons PRICE VARIES BASED ON NUMBER OF LESSONS


Authorized DPS Road Test at GLDA Information 


*required by the State of Texas for a teen to obtain driver’s license.*

CLICK HER EFOR BUNDLED SAVINGS

BASIC - Classroom & Behind-the-wheel ONLINE or instructor LED

BUNDLED - Classroom & Behind-the-wheel ONLINE or instructor LED

BUNDLED - Classroom & Behind-the-wheel ONLINE or instructor LED

 BASIC PRICE = $525


This basic  package includes:

  1. GLDA Instructor Led Classroom* via Zoom app.. OR Online Classroom - self-paced  FULL PRICE = $300 
  2. GLDA Instructor Led - Behind-the-Whee* l FULL PRICE = $500 


ADDITIONAL  SERVICES AVAILABLE 

(ADDITIONAL FEE APPLIES)



  1. Premier drive lesson scheduling - GLDA's staff will schedule the 7 drive lessons for the student - One (1) drive lesson per month - once the learner's license has been submitted to the GLDA office FULL PRICE = $200 
  2. Authorized DPS Road Test* administered by GLDA authorized DPS examiners at a  GLDA's testing locations FULL PRICE = $75
  3. Document Submission for required documents to obtain driver's license                       FULL PRICE = $50 - ASK ABOUT $25 DISCOUNT
  4. Road Test Prep Lessons PRICE VARIES BASED ON NUMBER OF LESSONS




Authorized DPS Road Test at GLDA Information 


*required by the State of Texas for a teen to obtain driver’s license.*

CLICK HERE FOR FULL BASIC PROGRAM

DISCOUNT- BUNDLED - Classroom & Behind-the-wheel - ONLINE or instructor LED

DISCOUNT- BUNDLED - Classroom & Behind-the-wheel - ONLINE or instructor LED

DISCOUNT- BUNDLED - Classroom & Behind-the-wheel - ONLINE or instructor LED

 ONLINE - CLASSROOM & BEHIND-THE-WHEEL - DISCOUNT

At  various times of the year, GLDA offers the both the basic &  bundled, online classroom & behind-the-wheel program for a  discounted rate. 

Discounts may have limited dates and/or some restrictions may apply.

START DATES FOR THE DISCOUNTED 

 ONLINE CLASSROOM & INSTRUCTOR-LED BEHIND-THE-WHEEL COURSES:

  1. JULY 27- ACCESS CODES EMAILED - JULY 23-25- $50 OFF
  2. AUGUST 17 - ACCESS CODES EMAILED - AUG. 13-15- $75 OFF
  3. OCT. 12 - ACCESS CODES EMAILED - OCT.  8-10- $50 OFF

See above sections for full list of services included with this course offerings. 

ADDITIONAL  SERVICES AVAILABLE - ALSO LISTED IN ABOVE SECTIONS.

Discount prices reflected in the registration contract. 

Authorized DPS Road Test at GLDA Information 

COMING SOON!

SIGN UP TODAY!

DISCOUNT- BASIC - Classroom & Behind-the-wheel - ONLINE or instructor LED

DISCOUNT- BUNDLED - Classroom & Behind-the-wheel - ONLINE or instructor LED

DISCOUNT- BUNDLED - Classroom & Behind-the-wheel - ONLINE or instructor LED

INSTRUCTOR-LED - CLASSROOM & BEHIND-THE-WHEEL - DISCOUNT

At  various times of the year, GLDA offers the both the basic &  bundled, instructor-led classroom & behind-the-wheel program for a  discounted rate. Discounts may have limited dates and/or some restrictions may apply.

DATES FOR THE DISCOUNTED 

 INSTRUCTOR-LED CLASSROOM &  BEHIND-THE-WHEEL COURSES:

  1. JULY 27- AUGUST 8 (2 WEEKS - MON-SAT) - $50 OFF
  2. AUGUST 17 - OCTOBER 1 - $75 OFF
  3. OCTOBER 12 - OCTOBER 29 - $50 OFF 

See above sections for full list of services included with these course offerings. 

ADDITIONAL  SERVICES AVAILABLE - ALSO LISTED IN ABOVE SECTIONS.

Discount prices reflected in the registration contract. 

Authorized DPS Road Test at GLDA 

COMING SOON!

SIGN UP TODAY!

teen driver's BEHIND-THE-WHEEL (DRIVE ONLY) PROGRAM options

Sometimes  the need arises for students to   take the behind the wheel portion of  the course after completing the   classroom either using a PTDE course or  through another driver's  education  school. GLDA can offer basic behind-the-wheel instruction or  has a bundle  that provides instructor-led lessons combined with some of  our other services. 

TEEN REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLETION OF DRIVER'S EDUCATION IN TEXAS

  • Classroom phase - 24 hours (learners permit obtainable after 1st 6 hours)
  • In-car phase - 7 hours - behind-the-wheel driving, 7 hours - observation 
  • An additional 30 hours - behind-the-wheel driving - 10 hrs must be  at night *** additional 30 hrs monitored by the parent or guardian -  must be completed in the presence of an adult who holds a valid license,  is 21 or older, has at least one year of driving experience 

CLICK ON ONE OF THE OPTION BUTTONS BELOW TO GET STARTED TODAY!

teen driver's BEHIND-THE-WHEEL (DRIVE ONLY) PROGRAM options

BUNDLED - INSTRUCTOR LED-Behind-the-wheel (DRIVE ONLY)

BASIC - INSTRUCTOR LED - Behind - the - wheel (DRIVE ONLY)

BASIC - INSTRUCTOR LED - Behind - the - wheel (DRIVE ONLY)

 

BUNDLED PRICE = $695

This bundle package includes:

  1. GLDA Instructor LED BTW* - FULL PRICE = $500 
  2. ST/PS - Standard Premier drive lesson scheduling - FULL PRICE = $200  GLDA's  staff will schedule the 7 drive lessons for the student, once   the  learner's permit submitted to the GLDA office - One (1) drive   lesson per  month
  3. Pre-Test Lesson for authorized DPS Road Test  - administered by  GLDA authorized DPS examiners at a GLDA's testing locations -  FULL PRICE = $175
  4.  Authorized DPS Road Test administered by GLDA authorized DPS examiners at one of GLDA's testing locations FULL PRICE = $75

 IF PURCHASED SEPARATELY TOTAL FULL PRICE $950

BUNDLED PRICE = $695

ADDITIONAL SERVICES AVAILABLE 

(ADDITIONAL FEE APPLIES)

  1. Document Submission for required documents to obtain driver's  license                                                                                                                       FULL PRICE = $50 - ASK ABOUT $25 DISCOUNT
  2. Road Test Prep Lessons PRICE VARIES BASED ON NUMBER OF LESSONS

Authorized DPS Road Test at GLDA Information 

*required by the State of Texas for a teen to obtain driver’s license.*

SIGN UP TODAY!

BASIC - INSTRUCTOR LED - Behind - the - wheel (DRIVE ONLY)

BASIC - INSTRUCTOR LED - Behind - the - wheel (DRIVE ONLY)

BASIC - INSTRUCTOR LED - Behind - the - wheel (DRIVE ONLY)

 

BASIC PRICE = $500

This basic package includes:

  1. 14 hrs in-car instruction *
  2. 7 hours BTW instruction *
  3.  7 hours  observation *
  4. parents/students receive a progress report or that details progress & outlining suggestions for practice.  

BASIC PRICE = $500

ADDITIONAL  SERVICES AVAILABLE 

(ADDITIONAL FEE APPLIES)

  1. Premier drive lesson scheduling - GLDA's staff will schedule the 7 drive lessons for the student - One (1) drive lesson per month - once the learner's license has been submitted to the GLDA office            FULL PRICE = $200 
  2. Authorized DPS Road Test* administered by GLDA authorized DPS  examiners at a  GLDA's testing locations                                                    FULL PRICE = $75
  3. Document Submission for required documents to obtain driver's  license                                                                                                                             FULL PRICE = $50 - ASK ABOUT $25 DISCOUNT
  4. Road Test Prep Lessons PRICE VARIES BASED ON NUMBER OF LESSONS

Authorized DPS Road Test at GLDA Information 

*required by the State of Texas for a teen to obtain driver’s license.*

SIGN UP TODAY!

teen driver's ed PARENT TAUGHT (PTDE) options

Parents  may choose to teach their teen  drivers education using a parent taught  course. This can be a  complicated & confusing process, especially if you don't know the  driver's education "lingo". 

GLDA  can provide assistance to help navigate this complicated process  by  providing basic options &  by bundling some of our services parents  can save money while taking advantage of GLDA's knowledgeable office  staff & instructors. 

TEEN REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLETION OF DRIVER'S EDUCATION IN TEXAS

  • Classroom phase - 24 hours (learners permit obtainable after 1st 6 hours)
  • In-car phase - 7 hours - behind-the-wheel driving, 7 hours - observation 
  • An additional 30 hours - behind-the-wheel driving - 10 hrs must be  at night *** additional 30 hrs monitored by the parent or guardian -  must be completed in the presence of an adult who holds a valid license,  is 21 or older, has at least one year of driving experience 

CLICK ON ONE OF THE OPTION BUTTONS BELOW TO GET STARTED TODAY!

BUNDLED - PARENT TAUGHT - PTDE

BUNDLED - PARENT TAUGHT - PTDE

BUNDLED - PARENT TAUGHT - PTDE

 

BUNDLED PRICE = $625

This bundle package includes:

  1. Classroom* - Parents choose from: Instructor Led classroom via Zoom app. OR Online self paced classroom provided by our industry affiliates at Iamroadready.com FULL PRICE = $300 
  2. Parent Taught - BTW* instruction curriculum FULL PRICE = $100 
  3. GLDA instructor led BTW lessons.  Two (2) lessons & One (1) Pre-Test lesson FULL PRICE = $375 
  4. Authorized DPS Road Test administered by GLDA authorized DPS examiners at a GLDA's testing locations FULL PRICE = $75

IF PURCHASED SEPARATELY TOTAL FULL PRICE $900

BUNDLED PRICE = $625

  • MUST PURCHASE “GUIDE” FROM TDLR ($20) 

ADDITIONAL  SERVICES AVAILABLE 

(ADDITIONAL FEE APPLIES)

  1. Document Submission for required documents to obtain driver's license   FULL PRICE = $50 - ASK ABOUT $25 DISCOUNT
  2. Road Test Prep Lessons PRICE VARIES BASED ON NUMBER OF LESSONS

Authorized DPS Road Test at GLDA Information 

*required by the State of Texas for a teen to obtain driver’s license.*

SIGN UP TODAY!

BASIC - PARENT TAUGHT - PTDE

BUNDLED - PARENT TAUGHT - PTDE

BUNDLED - PARENT TAUGHT - PTDE

 

 

BASIC PRICE VARIES (SEE BELOW)

INSTRUCTOR LED CLASS via ZOOM CLASS & PTDE - BTW

  •  GLDA's Instructor Led Classroom via Zoom combined with PTDE- BTW  instruction. Take advantage of the knowledge of GLDA's staff &  experience, while still providing the flexibility of parent taught -  BTW. 

COST $285 

Traditional PTDE Options

  • Online -  self paced classroom. This option includes PTDE- BTW.                                 

COST - $100

  • PTDE - Behind-the-wheel Only (no classroom)

COST - $100

  • MUST PURCHASE “GUIDE” FROM TDLR ($20) 

ADDITIONAL  SERVICES AVAILABLE 

(ADDITIONAL FEE APPLIES)

  1. Authorized DPS Road Test* administered by GLDA authorized DPS examiners at a  GLDA's testing locations FULL PRICE = $75
  2. Document Submission for required documents to obtain driver's license  FULL PRICE = $50 - ASK ABOUT $25 DISCOUNT
  3. Road Test Prep Lessons PRICE VARIES BASED ON NUMBER OF LESSONS

Authorized DPS Road Test at GLDA Information 

*required by the State of Texas for a teen to obtain driver’s license.*

SIGN UP TODAY!

Authorized DPS Road Tests & ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Skip the DPS - test with us!!!

Skip the DPS - test with us!!!

Skip the DPS - test with us!!!

 AUTHORIZED DPS ROAD TEST 

(MANAGED & ADMINISTERED BY GREEN LIGHT DRIVING ACADEMY)


  • $75 (test only)
  • $25 (document submission via DPS Portal)
  • $50 (if doc. submission is purchased after initial scheduling) 

ALSO AVAILABLE:

  • Supplemental Drive Lessons Packages that include
  •  the Authorized DPS Road Test. 
  • Document Submission- Skip the DPS Appointment


Green  Light Driving Academy is an authorized 3rd party Testing Location. Upon  completion of the driver education course, students may complete the  authorized DPS Road test with a GLDA examiner. 

The  benefit is that GLDA tests after school and in the evenings and on the  weekends. Typical DPS office are only open M-F 8am-5pm. 

SIGN UP TODAY!

ADDITIONAL GLDA SERVICES

Skip the DPS - test with us!!!

Skip the DPS - test with us!!!

 

  • Schedule Make-up class
  • Schedule a Drive Lesson
  • Premier Drive Lesson Scheduling
  • Additional Lessons
  • FAQs

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We HAVE MOVED!!

Parent Taught Driver Ed
Online Driver Ed
Authorized DPS Road Test
Adult Driver Ed
Teen Drivers Ed

Come SEE US!

 

After 20 plus years at our Main St. location in Keller, it was time for a  change. We are still proudly serving Keller & the surrounding areas  with quality driver education programs. 

DIRECTIONS TO OUR NEW OFFICE

SKIP THE DPS TEST WITH US!!!

Authorized DPS Road Testing with document submission allows you to SKIP the DPS  

appointment completely.


We offer road tests at multiple locations across the area. We have an appointment that will fit your schedule. 



 Green Light Driver's Education Inc owns & operates:  

Carroll Watkins Driving School c0250 &  Green Light Driving Academy c1728, c1728a


***Green  Light Driving Academy is an authorized 3rd Party Testing Site. Green  Light Driving Academy does not represent the TX Dept. of Public Safety  or claim to be a state agency or entity. The TX Dept. of Public Safety  or any government agency or entity does not endorse Green Light Driving  Academy or ANY 3rd Party Testing Site. Green Light Driving Academy  cannot issue a Texas driver license or influence the issuance of a  driver license. Green Light Driving Academy or ANY 3rd Party Testing  Site does not receive any preferential treatment from the TX Department  of Public Safety.*** 


CORPORATE MAILING ADDRESS:

PO BOX 67

PARADISE, TX 76073

TDLR License # c0250; c1728; c1728a; c1728b


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