Our Staff
Mr. Peycha
Miss Bradley
Miss Bradley
Zach Peycha is in his first year as Director of NorthWood High School Bands.
Zach is a recent graduate of Ball State University, earning his Bachelor of Music Education with a focus on Instrumental and General Music Education K-12. Throughout his collegiate career, Zach performed as
principal tubist with the Ball State Wind Ensemble and
Zach Peycha is in his first year as Director of NorthWood High School Bands.
Zach is a recent graduate of Ball State University, earning his Bachelor of Music Education with a focus on Instrumental and General Music Education K-12. Throughout his collegiate career, Zach performed as
principal tubist with the Ball State Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra at prestigious events including the American Bandmasters Association National Conference, College Band Directors National Association National Conference, and Indiana Music Educators Association State Conference.
In addition to his collegiate achievements, Zach has served on the brass staff of prominent Drum and Bugle Corps, including the Madison Scouts, Santa Clara Vanguard, and Elevate Winds, specializing in tuba instruction and music coordination. He has also contributed his expertise to several leading high school music programs across Central Indiana, supporting their success at major competitions such as ISSMA State Finals and Bands of America Grand National Championships.
Zach’s dedication to music education extends beyond performance; he currently teaches private tuba and euphonium lessons and performs regularly with the Elysian Brass Quintet in the Indianapolis area. His leadership, passion for music, and commitment to student growth make him an outstanding addition to the NorthWood community.
Zach Peycha is eager to begin his new role and looks forward to working with the talented students, staff, and community at NorthWood.
Miss Bradley
Miss Bradley
Miss Bradley
Faith Bradley is currently in her second year as the director of bands at NorthWood Middle School in Wakarusa, Indiana where she leads ensembles grades 6-8 with a focus on musical excellence and artistic growth. She also serves as assistant high school director of bands, with a focus on marching band. Faith is originally from Kokomo, Indi
Faith Bradley is currently in her second year as the director of bands at NorthWood Middle School in Wakarusa, Indiana where she leads ensembles grades 6-8 with a focus on musical excellence and artistic growth. She also serves as assistant high school director of bands, with a focus on marching band. Faith is originally from Kokomo, Indiana where she graduated from Western High School in 2020. She is a recent graduate and first-generation college graduate from Purdue University Fort Wayne in 2024 with degrees in music education and music performance where she served as Principal Trumpet in the top Wind Ensemble performing at prestigious conference such as the College Band Directors National Association National Conference, Indiana Music Educators Association State Conference, and at the International Trumpet Guild. She is an avid traveler with her most recent and favorite experience being the Mid Europe Music Festival in Schladming, Austria and playing trumpet there with the World Youth Wind Orchestra Project (WYWOP). Faith actively plays trumpet in community ensembles including Grace Wind Ensemble and Kokomo Park Band to keep learning and playing with professionals!
Stephanie
Miss Bradley
Stephanie
Stephanie Miller has been the Color Guard Director at NorthWood High School since 2019, where she has led color guard to 6 state finals appearances. She is a 2017 graduate of NorthWood, and a Red Regiment bass clarinet alum. She is a 2024 graduate from Full Sail University with a Bachelor of Science in Media Communications. Stephanie al
Stephanie Miller has been the Color Guard Director at NorthWood High School since 2019, where she has led color guard to 6 state finals appearances. She is a 2017 graduate of NorthWood, and a Red Regiment bass clarinet alum. She is a 2024 graduate from Full Sail University with a Bachelor of Science in Media Communications. Stephanie also has her Cooking Class Certification from Le Cordon Bleu in Italy.