1st Rate NWA Driver's Education

03/18/2026

Tailgating isn’t just dangerous, it’s illegal!

03/14/2026

Editing pictures tonight to avoid a lawsuit… 🤪

03/04/2026

Let’s be smart over these wet weather days. Turn your headlights on and increase your following distance.

🌧️ Rainy roads = HEADLIGHTS ON! 🌧️

Law requires it when wipers are running. Makes you visible. Stay seen.

🚫 Flooded street? TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN!
Never risk it. Slow down.
Stay safe, Centerton! 💙

01/09/2026

A good reminder from Centerton PD.

01/03/2026

Our state is making efforts to make traffic stops safer for our friends who have special needs.

UPDATE: this is NOT mandatory. “Drivers may request…”

Beginning January 2, Arkansas drivers will have access to two new programs designed to make traffic stops safer, calmer, and more effective for individuals with mental illness or autism. The Green Envelope Program and the Blue Envelope Program, both passed during the 2025 Regular Session of the Arkansas General Assembly, focus on improving communication between drivers and law enforcement during motor vehicle interactions.

The Green Envelope Program, established under Act 531, is available to individuals diagnosed with a mental illness. It provides a specially designed green envelope to hold essential documents such as a driver’s license, registration, and proof of insurance. In addition to organizing paperwork, the envelope serves as a clear visual signal to law enforcement that the driver may experience heightened anxiety or communication challenges. The envelope also includes guidance for officers on best practices for interaction, as well as simple instructions for drivers on how to present their documents and what to expect during a stop.

The Blue Envelope Program, created under Act 16, is designed for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. The blue envelope similarly holds essential documents and helps ease communication by alerting officers that the driver may process information differently, need extra time, or benefit from clear, direct instructions. Like the green envelope, it contains notes for law enforcement on effective ways to interact, along with step-by-step guidance for drivers to help reduce confusion and stress.

Both programs are intentionally easy to access. Drivers may request a green or blue envelope at any of the more than 130 Revenue Offices across the state or order one online. There is no documentation required to obtain the envelope.

By combining clear visual cues with practical guidance for both drivers and officers, the Green and Blue Envelope Programs promote understanding, reduce anxiety, and enhance safety. As these programs become available statewide for the first time this January, they represent a meaningful step toward more compassionate and effective interactions on Arkansas roadways.

04/22/2024

Just 6 more weeks until the kids are out of school! Our summer sessions are SOLD OUT. If you are interested in putting your student on our waiting list, please email us at [email protected] (include their name, the city you live in, and their permit expiration date). We will let you know if something opens up.

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11/18/2023

Please vote for us! Click the link below -> Education -> Vocational-> 1st Rate NWA Driver’s Education. You can vote once a day from each of your devices!

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11/08/2023

Reminder drivers! All unincorporated Benton County roads without a posted speed limit are 40 MPH. This change went into effect on July 3, 2023. This adheres to the Arkansas State Code. We have many rural roads in the County. This change is ONLY for unincorporated county roads without an already established speed limit.

08/18/2023

Did you know the penalty for passing a stopped school bus is a fine of $250 up to $1,000, a license suspension of 21 days to a year, and up to 400 hours of community service? As school bus traffic starts again, it is important to keep these facts in mind.

08/04/2023

What a cool resource to have available!

Beep beep! Have you taken a drive on our car simulator? 🚗

Located in the CFI, the car simulator allows users to practice driving on a variety of street conditions, including a foggy night or a snowy day. It records drives and allows playback, perfect for instructor feedback.

Visit faylib.org/innovation to learn more!

12/01/2022

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11/14/2022

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