Success Stories

Every student’s journey is different, and we’re honored to be part of so many of them. Serving as an early foundation for growth, guidance, and opportunity, our program has helped students across New York State turn potential into achievement.

We’re pleased to share a small selection of student stories that reflect the impact of the NYS Liberty Partnerships Program.

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Liberty Partnerships

The Liberty Partnerships Program partners with Institutions of Higher Education to align meaningful school and community partnerships that deliver research-based programming to students enrolled in public and non-public schools that are identified as having a high risk of students dropping out of school.

Posts by Liberty Partnerships

Tina’s Story: An Inspiring Journey from LPP High School Student to Program Director

Tina Souverain- Weekes' journey from high school to becoming a director within the Liberty...

Where Are They Now?  Spotlight on Isis Benitez

At Liberty Partnerships our focus is on the success of our students. We are thrilled to share...

Where Are They Now?  Spotlight on James Brischetta

At Liberty Partnerships our focus is on the success of our students. We are thrilled to share...

Where Are They Now?  Spotlight on Donae Ward

At Liberty Partnerships our focus is on the success of our students. We are thrilled to share...

Where Are They Now?  Spotlight on Melanie Poynter

At Liberty Partnerships our focus is on the success of our students. We are thrilled to share...

Where Are They Now?  Spotlight on Salih Khaleel

At Liberty Partnerships our focus is on the success of our students. We are thrilled to share...

Where Are They Now?  Spotlight on Cindy Preston

At Liberty Partnerships our focus is on the success of our students. We are thrilled to share...

Where Are They Now?  Spotlight on Vanessa Sanabria

At Liberty Partnerships our focus is on the success of our students. We are thrilled to share...

LPP alumna Taylor O’Connor shares her life’s story with Trichotillomania

Marist Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) alumna, Taylor O’Connor (Kingston High School Class of...