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Jonathan Palumbo
Chief of Communications at Boston Public Schools
Jonathan Palumbo is a communications professional with extensive experience in public education and communications roles. He currently serves as the Senior Director of Communications and Engagement at Harvard College, a position he has held since April 2022.1
Prior to his Harvard role, he was the Chief of Communications for Boston Public Schools from April 2020 to May 2022.1 In this position, he led all internal and external communications for the Superintendent and 121 schools, including:
- Managing the communications department
- Serving as a spokesperson
- Developing media relations strategies
- Training staff for media appearances
- Managing crisis communications
Throughout his career, Palumbo has held several notable communications positions, including:
- Director of Communications and External Relations at The Possible Project
- Managing Director of External Affairs at City Year Boston
- Communications Director at Massachusetts Executive Office of Education
- Media Relations Manager at Boston Public Schools
He holds a B.A. in Mass Communications from Franklin Pierce University, which he completed between 1994 and 1998.1 His professional background demonstrates a strong expertise in strategic communications, media relations, and organizational engagement across educational institutions.
