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School Committee

Our school board is dedicated to fostering an environment where every student can achieve academic excellence and personal growth in a safe and supportive setting.
 

Who We Are  

As elected representatives of our community, we are committed to making informed decisions that shape the future of our schools. Our responsibilities include:

  • Policy Development: Crafting and implementing policies that promote high educational standards and equity.
  • Budget Oversight: Ensuring that financial resources are allocated efficiently and effectively to support student learning and well-being.
  • Superintendent Supervision: Collaborating with and providing oversight for the Superintendent to ensure the district's strategic goals are met.
  • Curriculum and Instruction: Evaluating and approving curricula that meet the diverse needs of our students and prepare them for future success.
  • Facilities Management: Overseeing the maintenance and improvement of school facilities to provide a safe and conducive learning environment.
  • Community Engagement: Encouraging active participation from parents, students, teachers, and community members to foster a collaborative educational community.

School Committee

Mayor Jonathan F. Mitchell

Chairperson, Ex-officio (2027) c/o New Bedford City Hall, Mayor's Office 133 William Street 02740 Office: 508-979-1410. Jon.Mitchell@newbedford-ma.gov

Ms. Melissa Costa

Vice Chairperson (2029) 1485 Old Plainville Road 02747 Phone: 980-722-9543 mmcosta@newbedfordschools.org

Mr. Christopher A. Cotter

(2027) 474 Parker Street 02740 Phone: 774-301-6887 cacotter@newbedfordschools.org

Mr. Joaquim "Jack" Livramento

(2027) 384 Purchase Street 02740 ​​​​​​​Phone: 508-441-2521 jlivramento@newbedfordschools.org

Ms. Von Marie Moniz

(2029) 71 Lafayette Street 02745 Phone: 774-464-6078 vonmariemoniz@newbedfordschools.org

Mr. William B. Markey

(2027) 1520 Morton Avenue 02745 Phone: 508-990-6512 wmarkey@newbedfordschools.org

Mr. Richard Porter

(2029) 1 Morgan Terrace 02740 Phone: 508-264-5274 raporter@newbedfordschools.org