Angel Belford | PEACE, Inc.

Child Care Provider Builds Strong Foundations for Children

by Angel Belford | Jul 17, 2025 | News and Information

Join us in celebrating Corisha M., who opened her brand-new Family Daycare in the Valley this past June.

After completing 120 hours of coursework to earn her Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Corisha is now bringing her passion for early childhood development to life.

She is dedicated to creating a warm, supportive environment where children can thrive and grow. Corisha also values building strong, meaningful relationships with both the children in her care and their families.

We’re proud to support Corisha on this exciting new chapter in her journey.

New Nursing Room for New Mothers

by Angel Belford | Jul 16, 2025 | News and Information

PEACE, Inc. Head Start received recognition from the Onondaga County Health Department for our commitment to creating a lactation-friendly community. We extend heartfelt gratitude to the Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding, and Lactation Friendly New York (BFFNY) and Onondaga Public Health for their support through a grant. We are thrilled to collaborate with them to provide a comfortable and supportive space for our PEACE employees and families from our home-based programs and Head Start to express milk.

“I have always had a love and passion for helping with lactation and being a mom who has worked and pumped, looking for a cozy environment where all my needs can be met was hard. I wanted to be a part of the change and help make all the moms feel some relaxation when they are burning so much energy feeding their babies. We want moms to feel supported and know PEACE is lactation-friendly. This comes just in time for World Breastfeeding Week, which takes place from August 1 to 7. Make sure to take a moment to celebrate all the hard work you are doing. ” -Cassidy Thornton, Lactation liaison

” Breastfeeding is natural. It isn’t always natural like breathing (which is automatic), but rather like walking (which needs to be learned)” – La Leche League.

Alicia’s Little Bowz and Tiez Daycare

by Angel Belford | Jul 15, 2025 | News and Information

We are pleased to introduce Alicia Mustafa as the new owner of Alicia’s Little Bowz and Tiez Daycare, located in East Syracuse. Alicia brings a deep passion for childcare and a strong commitment to creating a warm, personalized environment where children can learn, play, and grow.

With training in Health and Safety as well as Pediatric CPR, Alicia ensures that the wellbeing and safety of every child remain a top priority. Her home-based daycare offers the unique benefits of a smaller group setting, providing a cozy, family-like atmosphere that encourages meaningful connections and individual attention. Parents can also appreciate the flexibility that a family/home daycare setting can offer.

Please join us in congratulating Alicia as she begins this exciting new chapter. We look forward to seeing the positive impact she will have on the children and families she serves.

Senior Prom Brings ‘80s Energy Back to the Dance Floor

by Angel Belford | Jul 11, 2025 | News and Information

Assemblywoman Pamela Hunter – 128th District and her team revived the spirit of the ‘80s with a vibrant second annual Senior Citizens Prom at the Viola G. Chisholm Eastside Family Resource Center. The event once again featured delightful cuisine, joyful seniors, and lively dance routines.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Pamela Hunter for her unwavering support and enthusiasm for the various initiatives within PEACE Inc. Her ongoing commitment significantly impacts the lives and well-being of numerous families in our community. We appreciate our Assemblywoman and her dedication to both PEACE, Inc. and our senior residents!

New Teacher A Step Forward with Head Start!

by Angel Belford | Jun 28, 2025 | News and Information

A valued Teacher Assistant at Sumner Head Start, Kristin just earned her Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential. No small feat, a CDA requires that you demonstrate significant knowledge, skills and abilities working with young children along with a commitment to career advancement and professionalism. We love seeing our already valuable, effective staff reach even higher to serve the children of our community.

Congratulations Kristin!! We are excited to welcome you back for the 2025-2026 school year, to work with the 4 year old group of Head Start students!

“I am so proud of Kristin!” -Kelly Jensen Site Supervisor, Sumner HS/EHS