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Mr. Lance Schnaus has served as the principal of Arthur C. Newby Elementary since July 2017. In the summer of 2025, he will transition to the role of Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools and Programs for the School Town of Speedway. With Mrs. McIntosh resigning in June to focus on her family, Mr. Schnaus will assume responsibility for Elementary Curriculum, Assessment, Instruction and Training, Federal Programs, High Ability, Special Education and Multilingual oversight, Grants, and Dyslexia.

A dedicated educator with 20 years of experience, Mr. Schnaus began his career as a classroom teacher for seven years before moving into administration, where he has served in leadership roles for the past 13 years, all within the elementary setting. Under his leadership, Arthur C. Newby Elementary has consistently ranked among the top 5-10% of academic elementary schools in Indiana.

Mr. Schnaus holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Indiana University and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership & Supervision from Ball State University. In the summer of 2025, he will begin his Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree at Indiana State University as he continues his pursuit of excellence in educational leadership.

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The School Town of Speedway is seeking applicants for job openings in our high school and

junior high cafeterias. We have either a 4-hour position or 6-hour positions available with a

starting pay of $16.00 per hour. Employees working in these positions have opportunity for

retirement benefits, life insurance, bereavement leave, paid holidays, and severance pay.

Previous work experience in food service is recommended but not required. The most important

characteristic we are seeking in applicants is the ability to work in team-type of setting and a

willingness to learn and be part of the Speedway School’s family. If such working conditions

are of interest to you, apply on-line at www.speedwayschools.net and look for “Employment

Opportunities” tab and choose “Current Openings”.

If you have questions, please contact Assistant Superintendent, John Dizney at 317-244-0236 or

jdizney@speedwayschools.net or Cafeteria Manager, Ryan Hahn at 317-244-7238, extension

10114 or rhahn@speedwayschools.net to learn how to apply.

The School Town of Speedway is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as custodians. As an integral part of our school family, custodians play a vital role in ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students and staff, contributing to the success of Speedway Schools. This position offers a competitive starting salary of $31,200 per year with annual raises, along with paid Illness Days, Personal Business Days, and Vacation Days. Employees also benefit from a comprehensive package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage, as well as Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance. Retirement incentives are also provided to help plan for the future.

Previous experience in custodial work is not required, as we welcome applicants with all levels of

experience. If you are interested in this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in our schools, please contact Assistant Superintendent John Dizney at 317-244-0236 or jdizney@speedwayschools.net to learn how to apply.

All Speedway Elementary Schools will be hosting a spring kindergarten round-up for children who will be entering kindergarten in the fall of 2025.

Tuesday, April 22nd

5:30 pm

At your elementary school.

Children must be at least 5 years old on or before August 1, 2025 to be eligible.

This is an opportunity for the parent and child to visit the school, pre-register for fall 2025 and receive information about our kindergarten program. If you are unable to attend, please contact your elementary school for registration information.

Registration Requirements

· Original Birth Certificate

· Immunization Records

· Lease or Mortgage (parent(s)/guardian AND child must be on the lease contract)

· Photo ID from parent enrolling student

To register, the student must be 5 years old on or before August 1, 2025.