Communications and Public Affairs Home

Contact Info:
Arthur Motta, Manager
455 County St., New Bedford, MA 02740
Paul Rodrigues Admin. Bldg., Rm. 139
508-997-4511, ext. 14553
amotta@newbedfordschools.org
Welcome —
Communications & Public Affairs
The Office of Communications and Public Affairs issues NBPS press releases, administers social media platforms, and responds to media inquiries on behalf of the District to provide clear, concise public information.
Who We Are
The Office of Communications and Public Affairs assists NBPS school principals, district departments, and central office administrators with public communications related to districtwide issues of public interest and media inquiries.
What We Do
The Office of Communications and Public Affairs promotes the district mission statement and supports the Four Goals of New Bedford Public Schools:
- Ignite Learning
- Empower Educators, Staff, & Leaders
- Unite Families and Community
- Navigate the Future
Public Records Requests
PRR Officers;
- Heather Emsley, hemsley@newbedfordschools.org
- Arthur Motta, amotta@newbedfordschools.org
