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Macatawa Driving School

Ravenna, Michigan (MI)

Macatawa Driving School

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Overview

We are dedicated to serving our community and preparing students to become safe, conscientious drivers. Our goal is to provide a supportive learning environment where students build confidence behind the wheel while developing a respectful, positive attitude toward others on the road. Our instructors blend practical driving skills with encouragement, real-world insight, and a welcoming approach. The program includes classroom instruction, driving range practice, and supervised on-road training. Beyond teaching students, we partner with parents to promote comprehensive road safety throughout West Michigan, and we always welcome your questions, feedback, and suggestions. Rob Ockerse earned both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in education from Grand Valley State University. He began teaching and directing driver education programs in Zeeland, Holland, Jenison, and Hamilton in 1990 before retiring from Zeeland Public Schools in 2014. Cherie Ockerse holds a bachelor’s degree in business with a marketing focus from Central Michigan University. She brings strong administrative expertise to our school, drawing on years of experience in retail management, B2B marketing, and detailed business operations.

Instructors

  • Ron Poole

    Ron Poole

  • Jerry Walinga

    Jerry Walinga

  • Sid Son

    Sid Son

  • Doug Waldron

    Doug Waldron

  • Kraig Smith

    Kraig Smith

  • Gary Dykhouse

    Gary Dykhouse

  • Drew Johnson

    Drew Johnson

  • Bob Zwiers

    Bob Zwiers

  • Jesse Carrell

    Jesse Carrell

  • Ben Ashby

    Ben Ashby

  • Derek Vrugink

    Derek Vrugink

  • Kevin Betts

    Kevin Betts

  • Robert Corrigan

    Robert Corrigan

  • Mark Sneller

    Mark Sneller

  • Ron Joostberns

    Ron Joostberns

  • Ken Mol

    Ken Mol

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Training Programs

4 offered

  • Sgement 1

    Requirements 14 years 8 months of age, Permission of parent/guardian. Course Content Minimum of 24 hours of classroom instruction, Minimum of 6 hours behind-the-wheel driving. Restrictions May drive only with driver education instructor. LEVEL 1 LEARNER’S LICENSE Requirements Must have a Certificate of Completion from Segment 1 Must have a certified copy of birth certificate, Parent/guardian signature required by Secretary of State. Pass vision screening required by Secretary of State. Restrictions May only drive with licensed parent/guardian or designated adult age 21 or older. Parent/guardian or designated adult must sit in front seat.

  • Segment 2

    Driver Education. Requirements 30 hours minimum of supervised driving time including a minimum of two hours night driving, 90 days since completing Segment 1 Course Content 6 hours of classroom driver education instruction.

  • Road Skills testing

    Completed Segment 2 of the driver education course, Completed a minimum 50 hours of supervised driving, which includes a minimum of 10 hours of night driving. Has had a Level 1 License for a minimum of 180 days

  • Level 2 License

    Teen is at least 16 years old, Possessed a Level 1 License for 180 days· Complete Segment 1 and 2 of an approved driver education program· Passed a road test and present a skills test certificate· Completed a minimum of 50 hours of supervised driving time, including 10 hours at night· Must be violation and suspension free for at least 90 days.· Have parent/guardian sign the application and certify the minimum 50 hours of behind-the-wheel driving experience. Restrictions · Between midnight and 5 a.m., teen must drive with a licensed adult over age 21 unless driving to and from employment.

Languages

English

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