Javier A Sosa Nomination Letter

Javier Sosa

09 April 2019

Cadets Hall of Fame Nomination

Michelle Owens

Dear Selection Board

I am writing this letter in hopes of getting Michelle Owens inducted into the Cadets Hall of Fame. I had the honor with working with Michelle in the Crossmen Drum and Bugle Corp in 96 and 97, when the Crossmen were under the YEA umbrella. She was an amazing educator to not only the members of the corps but to the staff as well. She never let things get to her and always had to ability to listen with respect and without judgement. Michelle loved the activity and even more enjoyed the growth in members as well as her fellow staff members. I got to spend some more time with Michelle, when she came out to work with my HS in Reno NV. I just sat back and watched her do what she does best, which is inspire young performers. The smile and happiness my students had was a testament on Michelle’s approach on educating in the activity. She never changed, she was like that in the Cadets as well.

Michelle Owens will for always be an influence in my life and in others as well. Who better to deserve this prestigious award than Michelle Owens.

Sincerely,

Javier A Sosa (Cadets CG Alumni 92,93,94 and 95)