This year in the Peak Pathways Program, Reese Combe ’26 has been going above and beyond, creating her own album. According to Northwood’s website, “The Peak Pathways Program at Northwood is a flagship academic offering that provides students with a transformative, year-long independent study experience. This customizable program empowers students to take ownership of their education by pursuing in-depth projects on topics they are passionate about, fostering personal growth, and preparing them for success in high school, college, and beyond.”
Reese Combe ’26 performing at the Winter Concert. Photo by Michael Aldridge.
For class, she is writing an album called “For the Record.” She is writing 5-6 original songs, and her favorite is her most recent, “Reminds Me of You”. One of her songs was even posted on Northwood’s YouTube during Giving Day. That song was called “Big Yellow House.”
Reese has always loved music since she was little, and she loves all kinds. The class helps her connect with music on an even deeper level. She loves music because “you can be so creative, and each song and genre is so unique.” In college, she plans to pursue a career in the music industry. After college, songwriting or performing are among her goals.
Reese Combe ’26 performing at the Spring Concert. Photo by Michael Aldridge.
Reese has also excelled at one of the main focuses of the Peak Pathways Program: creating real-world connections. Her favorite real-world connection so far is Caroline Jones, a member of the Zach Brown Band. “My Call with Caroline Jones was super insightful. She gave really great advice about taking advantage of the opportunities that you are given, especially at my age. And that her biggest regret was holding herself back because she was scared of sharing her music,” Reese said.
Her publishing plan is to perform a concert at Northwood, featuring all her original songs and playing some covers.