LaDonna Hayes, Director
Christopher Moss, Assistant Director
Allanah, Team Lead
2nd year Committee Member
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Elementary school teacher
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I love being apart of my community and working with students. Seeing them thrive and show of their talents is always rewarding.”
Diane
2nd year Committee Member
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Elementary school teacher
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I am returning for the 2026 Peach Blossom Festival committee because the Festival experience was fun.”
Allie
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Elementary school teacher
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I love working with kids and helping get them excited about educational activities. To be a part of organizing a program to support the students in our community is a great experience for my future in education.”
Amber, Team Co-Lead
2nd year Committee Member
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Elementary school teacher
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I joined Peach Blossom because I am excited to learn new things. I also enjoy watching how students show their creativity through their performances.”
Kendra, Team Co-Lead
2nd year Committee Member
2nd year Team Lead
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Elementary school teacher, educational administration
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I enjoy seeing the students performances and becoming confident in their abilities in public speaking. I also enjoy meeting new people within the Peach Blossom Committee.”
Cat
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Masters in Special Education
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I enjoy poetry and performing arts, and Peach Blossom was my first introduction to Fresno State. I also love collaborating with others and hope to branch out a bit, make connections, and strengthen my skills!”
Gisel
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Masters in Education, Elementary school teacher
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I wanted to see the talents the kids have! I wanted to get out of my comfort zone like the students who participate in the Peach Blossom Festival and get involved with school!”
Gizzel, Team Lead
Major:
Communication
Future Goals:
Working in the entertainment industry, whether that is as Communications Director or Event Planning.
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I enjoy putting events together and it’s great to see the community of students, teachers, and parents come together and showcase what they’ve been working on. It’s always great to see the excitement and joy on the students’ faces.”
Aimee
Major:
Communication
Future Goals:
Work in Human Resources
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I love being active and useful for events. I wanted to do Peach Blossom as a child but I was always too shy. I am confident in myself that I will be a positive contribution to this event and team members. I am also a mother myself, so I am very open and carding for the ones who will be the main starts of the event— the students.”
Matt
Major:
Communication
Future Goals:
Going into grad school to start teaching by January next year, chasing Thee Ohio State University for a doctorate.
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I wanted to give back to the program where I will be teaching one day. I’m heavily invested into students be it at Porterville College with WECOMM or bringing communication classes up on the reservation of Tule River.”
Brenda, Team Lead
Major:
Pre-Psychology
Future Goals:
Masters in Student Affairs and College Counseling
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“When I first heard about the event, it sounded fun and interactive. My initial career goal was a Pre-K teacher, which made me even more interested. This is my first time doing something like this because I’m not a very outgoing person and I believe this will help me come out of my shell while also gaining some experience!”
Evan
Major:
Communication
Future Goals:
Find a job that I can utilize my degree in.
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I liked having Ladonna Hayes as a teacher. I thought I would take another class of hers and participate in an event on Fresno State’s campus.”
Jacob
Major:
Communication
Future Goals:
To acquire a job with the degree graduated with.
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I have always done some sort of community service throughout the years and saw this as another opportunity to give back. Also knowing there were going to be other people who worked hard as well is what drove me to want to partake.”
Krystal
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Multiple subject credential program
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I would like to have more experience working with children. I want to see everyone’s creativity and love for literature. Also, I want to be a part of making this day memorable for both everyone in Peach Blossom and the schools that attend.”
Maddy
Major:
Communication
Future Goals:
Finding a career in Communication Management or Public Relations
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I want to get involved in the Peach Blossom Festival because I can apply my graphic design skills and the communication knowledge I’ve gained throughout my college experience. As a parent of an elementary school student, this opportunity is especially meaningful to me while allowing me to gain hands on experience, and strengthen my resume.”
Jesus, Team Lead
2nd year Committee Member
Major:
Communication
Future Goals:
Grow my business (eBay) until I go back to grad school.
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“Last year was my first time being part of the Peach Blossom Festival and I enjoyed every part of it. The whole idea of Peach Blossom showcasing the talent of the younger generation is what makes it amazing and I’m glad to be part of it.”
Bailee
Major:
Communication
Future Goals:
My main goal after graduation is to work as a community manager for both local and online communities to offer services that guide and mentor marginalized groups towards success.
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I have organized online events in the past and wanted to learn how to apply my existing skills to the local community. I’m hoping this will broaden my understanding of team building along with program and event execution.”
Koda
Major:
Communication
Future Goals:
Find a job in film production.
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“Growing up, I have always been involved in either leadership or something of the sort. I love being a part of a team especially one dedicated to big projects or events. I participated in Peach Blossom in fifth or sixth grade, so this feels like a full-circle opportunity.”
Breanna
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Teaching credential program to become a full-time teacher.
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“This annual event provides an opportunity for students to learn and express themselves with literature, so I wanted to lend any help. I also found it as a fun way to be involved on campus in my last year at Fresno State.”
Charlie
Major:
Communication
Future Goals:
Get a fulfilling job and move to somewhere in Southern California.
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I wanted to use my experience scheduling AAU Basketball games. I also participated in Peach Blossom when I was a kid and I want these kids to enjoy their experience like I did.”
Jessica
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Becoming an elementary school teacher and working with the younger grades. Traveling all around the world, continuing to volunteer in my community, and spreading kindness!
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“It sounds like a great experience and a good opportunity to develop more skills and learn from everyone in the committee!”
Jo
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Multiple subject teaching credential
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I wanted to try something new and it seemed interesting when I first heard about it.”
Katya
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Completing a Masters
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“It caught my attention on how everything is run and all the work that is put into the festival. It’s also something out of my comfort zone that I wanted to do and experience.”
Stephanie, Team Lead
2nd year Committee Member
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Spend time with family and friends; begin the credential program.
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I love taking pictures and capturing special moments. I hope to share some of my skills to my group members.”
Elizabeth
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Become an elementary school teacher.
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I enjoy being part of community events. I like that this event gives children from all across the Valley a chance to share their voice. I also love photography, and this was a creative way for me to get more involved and practice it.”
Kimberly
Major:
Pre-Health
Future Goals:
I would like to become a NICU nurse.
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I would like to capture very special moments for the children and families. I would also like to enjoy and give out postive energy to others around me.”
Valeria
Major:
Liberal Studies
Future Goals:
Earn an doctorate. I hope to be a principal at a school, travel, invest and grow!
Why did you want to lend your talents to the Peach Blossom Festival?
“I want to make friends and create a welcoming environment along using my organizational skills to keep everything going at scheduled times and smoothly.”
