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WHO WE ARE

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Binghamton
Chenango Forks
Johnson City
Susquehanna Valley

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The Binghamton University Liberty Partnerships Program (BU/LPP) is an educational case management and community school model that supports over 475 students annually across Binghamton, Susquehanna Valley, Johnson City, and Chenango Forks school districts. Our full-time staff are embedded in each school to provide comprehensive academic, social-emotional, and personal development support. Funded by the NYS Department of Education, we empower students to thrive in school and life through tailored services and transformative experiences.
WHAT WE DO

Academic Support
Provide academic advising, tutoring, and personal learning plans to students alongside administrators, teachers, counselors and support staff.

Social & Emotional Skill Development
Foster the development of strong social emotional skills through individualized & group learning activities.

Individual & Family Counseling
Provide individual counseling & referrals for family counseling alongside school guidance & counseling departments and our on-staff licensed social worker.

College and Career Prep
College & career exploration and assistance with college applications and employment preparation.

Mentoring
Individual mentoring, both inside and outside of school hours, gives students consistent guidance & support to make sound decisions.

Leadership Development & Civic Engagement
Organize volunteer & civic engagement opportunities that advance leadership skills and transition students into valuable community stakeholders.
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PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Learn about our experiential programs—everything from community & civic engagement to summer fun!

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FOR PARENTS & STUDENTS
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HOW TO APPLY
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ALUMNI

Building Bridges: Xymier’s Journey with LPP
In 7th grade, Xymier embarked on a journey that would shape his future in ways he never anticipated. The promise of new experiences and a tight-knit community of peers was what initially drew Xymier to Liberty Partnerships Program ...
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The Liberty CITY (Community Improvement Through Youth) Project

The Liberty CITY (Community Improvement Through Youth) Project is a service-learning and project-based program designed to inspire students to become active contributors to their community. Each summer, the program centers on new themes and essential questions, fostering critical thinking and hands-on engagement. Binghamton High School students become Liberty CITY Project Teen Leaders, and spend time researching, organizing, and implementing impactful projects in their community.

Over the years, Liberty CITY Project Teen Leaders have partnered with numerous community organizations, completing meaningful projects for:

Meals on Wheels of Western Broome
Broome County Humane Society
Animal Care Council
NYS Veterans Home at Oxford
Broome County Council of Churches Ramp It Up
The Salvation Army
Binghamton Housing Authority
Mercy House
GiGi's PlayHouse
Binghamton City School District's Universal Pre-K Program
Ben Franklin Elementary's Young Gentlemen's Club
American Civic Association
Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital
Broome Oncology
East Middle School

In addition to project work, the Liberty CITY Project offers learning opportunities through guest presenters, workshops, and experiential trips. These opportunities focus on critical areas such as social-emotional development, college and career readiness, financial literacy, resume building, and workforce development.

The ultimate goal of the Liberty CITY Project is to increase students' awareness of community organizations and pressing local issues while empowering them to make a lasting impact. Through countless hours of civic engagement, LPP students have demonstrated the power of youth-led initiatives, transforming the community and building a brighter future.