Speedway School

Speedway School Speedway School is a free, public school that ensures a high quality education for students K - 8th grade, regardless of background.

Speedway Academies is a free, public school that ensures a high quality education for students K - 8th grade, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexuality, gender identity, and/or medical background. All students at Speedway Academies are valued for who they are, and are expected to achieve their maximum potential. Through the contributions of our faculty, staff, parents and community members,

Speedway Academies reaches children of various socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. We work together to teach our students to be lifelong learners and productive global citizens.

🎒📚 Speedway Family, let’s get BACK TO SCHOOL ready! 💙🧡Newark Public Schools is hosting a FREE Back-to-School Bookbag Dri...
08/25/2026

🎒📚 Speedway Family, let’s get BACK TO SCHOOL ready! 💙🧡

Newark Public Schools is hosting a FREE Back-to-School Bookbag Drive to help our scholars start the school year strong! ✏️📓🎓

📅 Wednesday, August 26, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Untermann Field – Weequahic High School
339 Chancellor Avenue, Newark

Families can enjoy FREE bookbags & school supplies for NPS students, learning stations, resources, health screenings, and more!

✨ Speedway families, don’t miss this opportunity to get prepared, connected, and excited for an amazing school year ahead!

💙🧡 Start Strong. Stay Focused. Finish Proud! 🐦🔥

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🎒📚 Speedway Family, let’s get BACK TO SCHOOL ready! 💙🧡Newark Public Schools is hosting a FREE Back-to-School Bookbag Dri...
08/25/2026

🎒📚 Speedway Family, let’s get BACK TO SCHOOL ready! 💙🧡

Newark Public Schools is hosting a FREE Back-to-School Bookbag Drive to help our scholars start the school year strong! ✏️📓🎓

📅 Wednesday, August 26, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Untermann Field – Weequahic High School
339 Chancellor Avenue, Newark

Families can enjoy FREE bookbags & school supplies for NPS students, learning stations, resources, health screenings, and more!

✨ Speedway families, don’t miss this opportunity to get prepared, connected, and excited for an amazing school year ahead!

💙🧡 Start Strong. Stay Focused. Finish Proud! 🐦🔥

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08/20/2026

🍎📚 Lunch Applications Matter! Help Speedway ensure our scholars have access to important meals and resources by completing your child’s lunch application today!

🏆 Let the competition begin! The grade with the highest lunch application completion rate will WIN a special prize! 🎉

📲 Complete your application today and help your grade take the WIN! ❤️💙

🎉📚 The EXCEL Afterschool Program is BACK! 🌟Speedway scholars in grades Pre K–8 are invited to join us for another exciti...
08/20/2026

🎉📚 The EXCEL Afterschool Program is BACK! 🌟

Speedway scholars in grades Pre K–8 are invited to join us for another exciting year filled with learning, fun, friendships, enrichment, and unforgettable memories! ❤️💙

📅 EXCEL begins September 8th—the FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!

Don’t miss out on all the after-school fun! 📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to complete your application today!

🔥🍔 Speedway’s Annual Back-to-School BBQ & School Supply Giveaway is BACK! 🎒✏️Calling all new and returning Speedway scho...
08/20/2026

🔥🍔 Speedway’s Annual Back-to-School BBQ & School Supply Giveaway is BACK! 🎒✏️

Calling all new and returning Speedway scholars and families! Join us as we kick off another amazing school year with an afternoon filled with food, fun, community resources, school supply giveaways, raffle prizes, and more! 🎉

This is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with our Phoenix family, welcome our newest members, and meet and greet Speedway administrators, staff, scholars, and families! ❤️💙

📅 Wednesday, September 2
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Speedway Elementary School

📣 Parents: Don’t forget to complete your student registration and lunch application for a chance to enter our raffles and win exciting prizes!

Come out, connect, celebrate, and get ready for an incredible school year! We can’t wait to welcome our Phoenix families back home! 🐦🔥

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08/20/2026

🎉 Welcome to the Speedway Family, Mr. C. Watson IV! 🎉

Speedway is excited to welcome Mr. C. Watson IV, our new Parent Liaison! We look forward to benefiting from his knowledge, dedication, and love for the community as he builds strong connections with our students, families, and staff. 💚

We are thrilled to have you join the Speedway family and can’t wait to see the positive impact you’ll make! 🏫✨

📚 Speedway Open Registration is Here!Join us on Wednesday, August 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for new student enroll...
08/07/2026

📚 Speedway Open Registration is Here!

Join us on Wednesday, August 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for new student enrollment and re-enrollment.

✅ Please review the required enrollment documents before attending.

🎉 Parents who complete a new enrollment or re-enrollment during the event will be entered for a chance to win a Walmart or ShopRite gift card!

🌎 Assistance and translation services are available in all languages. We look forward to welcoming you!

🎒👕 Speedway Avenue School Uniform Drive ❤️Help us ensure every scholar starts the school year feeling confident, prepare...
07/17/2026

🎒👕 Speedway Avenue School Uniform Drive ❤️

Help us ensure every scholar starts the school year feeling confident, prepared, and ready to succeed!

We’re collecting:
❤️ Maroon Uniform Tops
🩶 Gray Uniform Bottoms

📅 Donation Dates: July 27 – September 1
📍 Drop-Off Location: 701 South Orange Ave., Newark, NJ 07106

Every donation makes a difference and helps our students shine. Thank you for supporting the Speedway Avenue School community!

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📚✨ Join the Speedway Avenue School Family! ✨📚We’re looking for a passionate Media Specialist Teacher to inspire a love o...
07/17/2026

📚✨ Join the Speedway Avenue School Family! ✨📚

We’re looking for a passionate Media Specialist Teacher to inspire a love of reading, research, and digital literacy in our scholars! If you’re ready to empower students, collaborate with an amazing team, and make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 Location: Speedway Avenue School, Newark, NJ
📚 Grades: K–8

Apply today through the Newark Board of Education employment system and help us inspire the next generation of readers, researchers, and creators!

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Address

701 South Orange Avenue
Newark, NJ
07106

Opening Hours

Monday 8:10am - 2:55pm
Tuesday 8:10am - 2:55pm
Wednesday 8:10am - 2:55pm
Thursday 8:10am - 2:55pm
Friday 8:10am - 2:55pm

Telephone

+19733742740

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