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New Bedford Public Schools

Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships

Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships

Welcome —

Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships

This department manages grant funding and programming, including Food and Nutrition Services and Out-of-School Time.

 

Who We Are

Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships – Jennifer Ferland, Ph.D. jferland@newbedfordschools.org

Grants

Grants Manager – Susana Mattos  smattos@newbedfordschools.org

Grants Management Secretary – Rosemary Andrade  randrade@newbedfordschools.org

Senior Accountant, Grants Accountability – Kelly Gomes  kgomes@newbedfordschools.org

Account Specialist, Grants Accountability – Nancy Santos  nsantos@newbedfordschools.org

 

A collage of three images showcasing students of different ages engaged in learning. A young girl uses a tablet, a young woman in a graduation cap looks hopeful, and a boy uses a microscope.

Our differentiators —

Why NBPS?

Our mission is to support and equip students, teachers, and parents by providing amazing Pre-K through Grade 12 academic resources based upon traditional values.

Academic Excellence

We are dedicated to providing a rigorous and comprehensive educational experience that challenges and nurtures the intellect of every student.

Future Readiness

We embrace innovation as a catalyst for educational excellence and future readiness.

Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to providing equitable opportunities for all students, valuing and celebrating their diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.