Ashley Swengler Nomination Letter

4/13/19

To whom it may concern:

I am honored to be writing a letter of support for Michelle Owens for the Cadets Hall of Fame Class of 2019.

Michelle was personally my instructor from 2005-2008 at the Cadets color guard. My moments on the field with Michelle were some of the highlights of my career with The Cadets. Michelle was a fiercely dedicated educator. She always took the time after practice to work with those that were struggling and was always on the field running with us, counting and cleaning away! Michelle was also a mentor, she was someone you really wanted to emulate. Her positive attitude and radiant smile were contagious. Even when it was a million degrees, raining, or crazy wind, she could always cheer us up and keep us motivated. She could sense when we were down and always gave the best pep talks and turn our moods right around. Michelle was also an amazing friend to everyone she taught. She would walk to meals with us and check in to see how the day was going. She would cheer us on in our victories and be a shoulder to cry on if we needed one. Michelle was a person that made The Cadets feel like family.

Michelle is deeply missed by many in The Cadets and marching arts communities. I hope we can honor her through naming Michelle Owens a Cadets Hall of Fame Class of 2019. She is truly deserving and would be an excellent addition.

FHNSAB,

Ashley Swengler

(Pittman)

CBCCG 05-12