Midwestern Council April Driver School

Calling all Midwestern Council of Sports Car Club members, racers, and volunteers!

We are hosting the April 26th, 2025 Midwestern Council Driver's School at Blackhawk Farms Raceway. This school offers sessions for both Wheel-to-Wheel Closed-wheel cars and Open-Wheel Cars. Throughout the day, you'll be on the track or receiving instruction from our experienced instructors.

HPDE & HSAX available

High-Performance Driving Education (HPDE) events are driving schools held on dedicated race tracks. They're designed to teach drivers proper high-speed driving techniques in a safe and controlled environment. Here's a breakdown of what HPDE events are all about:

• Purpose: To improve driving skills, car control, and overall understanding of vehicle dynamics in a track setting. It's not about racing, but about learning and personal improvement.
• Location: Held on dedicated race tracks, offering a safe space to explore the limits of your car and driving abilities without the hazards of public roads.
• Instruction: HPDE events often include classroom sessions to cover topics like track safety, driving techniques, and vehicle dynamics. In-car instruction with experienced drivers is also available, especially for beginners.
• Skill Levels: Everyone is welcomed
• Not Racing: HPDE events emphasize safe and controlled driving. There are strict rules about passing and on-track behavior to minimize risks.
• Vehicle Requirements: While high-performance cars are common, many HPDE events allow a wide range of vehicles, as long as they meet safety standards.

If you're interested in improving your driving skills, learning how to handle your car in challenging situations, and experiencing the thrill of driving on a race track, an HPDE event might be just what you're looking for!

Wheel-to-Wheel Program

• Upon successful completion, participants will be eligible to receive a 2025 MC (MCSCC) Novice Competition License, allowing them to sign up for the Sunday race after the license ceremony.

Additional Schools for Novice License Holders

We highly recommend taking additional schools to gain valuable knowledge, experience, and enjoyment from racing.

How to Apply for the Additional School as an Existing Novice License Holder

To apply for the Driver's School, visit mcscc.motorsportreg.com and select the "Novice – Additional School" option. There's no need to pay for a Driver School Permit if you already hold a Midwestern Council license. Additionally, current MCSCC license holders are not required to attend the online classroom session. However, you can indicate your interest in attending the session using the "Note to Registrar" field during online registration. Please note that Novice License Signoffs are not provided for school events.

Wheel-to-Wheel Driver's School

Welcome to the MCSCC Wheel-to-Wheel Racing School! We're thrilled you're interested in taking your driving to the next level.  This program offers advanced training for the intense world of wheel-to-wheel competition.  Your application is the first step.  After we receive it, we'll send you a questionnaire to learn more about your on-track race car driving experience.

Success in this program depends on two key elements: demonstrating competent race-driving skills and meeting the standards outlined below.  Our curriculum goes beyond basic driving, focusing on race craft—strategic thinking and tactical execution—and the procedural aspects of racing, from grid procedures to flag recognition.  You'll receive one-on-one driving coaching with your instructor. While prior on-track experience is beneficial, the questionnaire will help us assess your current skill level and determine how we can best support your development within the program. This program is designed to refine existing skills and prepare you for competition, building upon your current foundation to prepare you for wheel-to-wheel racing challenges.”

You will have to have a completed race car for this event that complies with all MCSCC Safety Regulations. 

The Wheel-to-Wheel Drivers School consists of two parts:

• Online Classroom: A mandatory online class and test will be held on Wednesday, April 16th via Zoom. The session will start at 5:30 PM (central time) and last approximately 2 hours. You will receive a link to the online test after the class. This classroom session covers essential information for passing the school, including flags, passing techniques, basic cornering techniques, and more.

• On-Track Training: All students are required to attend on-track registration on Friday, April 25th, 2025, between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM (central time). Depending on track availability, the track gates may open later. Please arrive at the track before 7:45 AM on Saturday and prepare for a full day of learning and rewarding experiences.

The school fee is $395. A limited number of Track Time Only slots are available at $250.

THE FULL INFORMATION PACKET IS AVAILABLE HERE 2025 DS1 W2W Entry Packet.pdf

Instructions for Medicals: 

1. A current medical form is required before hitting the track as a Wheel-to-Wheel Student.
   • The MC 2025 form is available here 2025 Medical Form.pdf and can be uploaded (scan or photo) when you register.
2. Medicals are mandatory for Wheel to Wheel. 
   • Medicals are not required for HPDE or HSAX participation.
3. In addition to the MCSCC Medical Form, MCSCC recognizes and approves Medical Forms from the following Race Sanctioning/Governing Bodies:
   • SCCA, FIA, CASC, Skip Barber, VSCDA, SVRA, HSR, BMW CCA, FAA Approved Flight Medical, N.A.S.A, DMV CDL.
4. Please fill out the entire form. 
   • Please ensure you have completed the Name, Address, and DOB.
   • This is important, as it helps us identify students who might need additional paperwork.
5. A health professional must sign the medical form.
   • The physician examination portion of the Medical Form shall be completed by a currently licensed M.D., D.O., PA-C, or NP. Chiropractic Professionals are not acceptable Medical examiners at this time. 
6. Please cut the form once signed at the red line that states: "Remove below this line and submit to the Licensing Director" 
   • You will upload the lower section of the completed medical to MotorsportReg.com as part of your application.
   • We do not require you to send us the top of the form above the instructions to remove the lower portion of the medical form. 

Participation by young drivers (Minors):

• A full description of the Minor Participation Procedure is available here: https://www.mcscc.org/forms/MCSCC-Minor-Participation-Form.pdf 

MCSCC does NOT guarantee that a student will receive a wheel-to-wheel competition license. MCSCC has licensing reciprocity with other racing organizations, because of this, MCSCC considers the licensing standards and requirements of other organizations in addition to its own standards and requirements.

Applicable Standards:

1. The student has demonstrated a positive general attitude and sportsmanship. This includes traits such as being receptive to instruction, participating respectfully in group meetings, and executing the provided instruction.
2. The student has gained a satisfactory score on the Wheel-to-Wheel exam.
3. The student can demonstrate detailed knowledge of flags, race-start procedure, and all other aspects of a race weekend that are covered by the Exam.
4. The student has demonstrated composure, a good attitude, and Track Presence.
   • Track Presence is defined here as confidence, awareness, and the overall ability to cope with competition and high-speed driving.
5. The student has demonstrated competence with Shifting, Braking, and Cornering Techniques.
6. The student has demonstrated high-speed driving competence.
7. The student has demonstrated the Use of Hand Signals.
8. The student has demonstrated alertness (use of mirrors, monitoring gauges, and paying attention to corner stations).
9. The student has demonstrated competence and safety in Passing (situational awareness and execution).