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  • WHO WE ARE
     

    WHO WE ARE

    OUR TEAM

    SCHOOLS WE WORK WITH
    Binghamton
    Chenango Forks
    Johnson City
    Susquehanna Valley

    SUPPORT BU/LPP

    CONTACT

    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

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

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

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

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

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

    engagementLeadership Development & Civic Engagement
    Organize volunteer & civic engagement opportunities that advance leadership skills and transition students into valuable community stakeholders.

  • RESOURCES
     

    Asset 7PROGRAMS & EVENTS
    Learn about our experiential programs—everything from community & civic engagement to summer fun!

    Asset 3THE LPP CONNECTION
    Visit our blog to stay updated on all things Liberty.

    graphLPP BY THE NUMBERS
    See the impact of LPP—in schools and for students.

    Asset 4FOR PARENTS & STUDENTS
    Access helpful links & resources.

    parentsHOW TO APPLY
    Find out how you can become a part of BU/LPP.

  • ALUMNI
     
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    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 ...

  • CONTACT US
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MEET OUR TEAM

Binghamton University LPP full-time staff members are stationed in each participating school district so they can work directly with students on a daily basis. This allows them to provide personalized, one-on-one support aimed at fostering both academic development and personal growth.

The dedication and commitment of our staff members serves as the backbone of the program. Whether it's assisting with challenging academic coursework, offering guidance through personal challenges, or providing valuable insights and planning advice for their future, they are always there to lend a helping hand. Their unyielding passion and unwavering support form the foundation upon which our students shape their path for the future. 

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Amy Humphrey

Director, Liberty Partnerships Program

Binghamton University

Binghamton University / Research Foundation
College of Community and Public Affairs
Department of Teaching, Learning and Educational Leadership

(607) 777-4187
humphrey@binghamton.edu

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Autumn Loke, LCSW

Senior Counselor of Social Work

Binghamton City School District

Binghamton High School
31 Main Street
Binghamton, NY 13905

(607) 762-8254
aloke@binghamton.edu

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Heather Crandall

Administrative Assistant

Binghamton University

Liberty Partnerships Program, RC 164
4400 Vestal Parkway E.
Binghamton, NY 13902-6000

(607) 777-2468
hcrandal@binghamton.edu

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Nick Matyas

Senior Counselor of Student Support Services

Binghamton City School District

Binghamton High School
31 Main Street
Binghamton, NY 13905

(607) 762-8254
nmatyas@binghamton.edu

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Stephanie Loke

Academic Counselor

Binghamton City School District

Binghamton High School
31 Main St
Binghamton, NY 13905

(607) 762-8254
sloke@binghamton.edu

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Tracy Parker

Academic Counselor

Susquehanna Valley Central School District

Susquehanna Valley Middle and High School
1040 Conklin Road
Conklin, NY 13748

Middle School: (607) 775-9132
High School: (607) 775-0304
tparker@svsabers.org

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Anthony O'Malley

Academic Counselor

East Middle School

Binghamton City School District
167 E Frederick St
Binghamton, NY 13904

(607) 762-8300
aomalley@binghamton.edu

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Marc Bernard

Academic Counselor

West Middle School

Binghamton City School District
W Middle Ave
Binghamton, NY 13905

(607) 763-8400
mbernard@binghamton.edu

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Quentin Pappadakis

Academic Counselor

Johnson City Middle School

Johnson City Central School District
601 Columbia Dr
Johnson City, NY 13790

(607) 930-1012
qpappada@binghamton.edu

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Halie Chauncey

Academic Counselor

Chenango Forks Central School District

Chenango Forks Central School District
1 Gordon Dr
Binghamton, NY 13901

(607) 648-7544
hchauncey@binghamton.edu

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Leah Best, MSW

Academic Counselor

Johnson City High School

Johnson City High School
666 Reynolds Road
Johnson City, NY 13790

(607) 727-2181
lbest1@binghamton.edu

Summer Staff

During the summer our students are supported with a comprehensive summer outreach.  This program is designed to maintain student engagement and prevent “summer melt”—a phenomenon where students who intend to go to college fail to enroll in the fall. 

Read more about the program from the perspective of three summer counselors.

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Xaneya Thomas

Summer Counselor

2020 ALUMNI

Binghamton High School, 2021-Present

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Xymier Thomas

Summer Counselor

2022 ALUMNI

Binghamton High School, 2021-Present

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Olivia Barry

Summer Counselor

Johnson City High School, 2022
Chenango Forks, 2023 – 2024

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Jack Humphrey

Summer Counselor

Johnson City Middle School, 2024-Present