Nevaeh Green is a senior at Cullman High School and the featured twirler in the Cullman Bearcat Marching Band. She began her twirling career at 9 and fell in love with the sport. Now, she is the choreographer and instructor for Cullman High School’s upcoming majorettes. In addition to her leadership role, she has a deep love and connection with her church, Crosshaven. She has the opportunity to serve in the church’s nursery every month and has been leading the Vacation Bible School dance team since 2021. With all her experience, she now feels a call to pursue a career in education to one day serve the community that has enjoyed her performances so much.
Reflecting on her years at CHS, Friday night football games are some of her favorite memories. “Walking on the field every Friday night is a feeling like no other,” she shared. “The roar of the crowds, the glow of the lights, the sound of the Bearcat Marching Band and the feeling of a baton twirling through my hand — will always hold a special place in my heart.” Along with football games, homecoming weeks and the Senior Sunrise are some of her fondest times in high school, filled with excitement and friends. “HOCO week is filled with goofy costumes, laughter, games and fun. But looking back at pictures, I can’t help but see a student body that truly cherishes each moment,” she said. “Senior Sunrise, where we gathered on the football field at the end of homecoming week, was a reflection of everything I’ve experienced and the friends I’ve made at CHS.”
In addition to her time with the marching band, Green is a dedicated Future Teachers of America (FTA) club member. After being inspired by a day volunteering with the Cullman Primary School Extended Day Program, she began taking foundational education courses. She served as club treasurer her junior year before becoming the club’s president during her senior year. “I’ve had the opportunity to intern at East Elementary for the past two years, which opened my eyes even more to how much I love serving children and making a positive impact on their lives,” she said. She also had the privilege of being a member and the president of marketing/events for Bearcat Buddies, a club that pairs traditional students with special needs students, allowing them to interact and befriend students in a special needs environment.
Green has accomplished several things during her time at CHS, and her list is impressive. She was crowned Homecoming Queen and Prom Queen, and chosen as Miss Cullman High. She humbly credits her accomplishments to the love and support of all her peers. She was named the 2025 Distinguished Young Woman of Cullman County, competed in the Distinguished Young Women of Alabama program in Montgomery, earning a spot as a Top 5 talent finalist. She has performed in local state, and national competitions during her twirling career. In the summer of 2023, she won two national titles at the National Junior Olympics, and in 2024, placed in the Top 10 in two events at the National Baton Twirling Championships at Notre Dame.
Despite her accolades she remains humble, saying she draws strength and motivation from her relationship with Christ. “While I will forever be grateful for all these titles, none compare to my relationship with Christ. I wouldn’t be where I am today if it weren’t for His grace, mercy, love and, most of all, His goodness. He has shown me my worth in Him, He has shown me the calling He has for me and He has been my firm foundation when I thought I was going to fall. I am only where I am because of Him.”
Her high school journey was not without its challenges. During her sophomore year, her twirling coach Shirley BeShears passed away from cancer. “This was a very hard time in my life because I didn’t just lose a coach; I lost one of my best friends. She taught me everything I know about batons and helped me realize that I want to open my own baton and dance studio someday. The way she loved, cared for and pushed her students is what I want to do for future twirlers as well.” Without a full-time coach, she had to hold herself accountable and find her own motivation. She pushed herself to choreograph her own routines, refine her skills and stay persistent and driven. Above all, she needed to remain strong in her faith to get through hard times.
After graduation, Green plans to attend Mississippi State University or the University of Mississippi and become a collegiate featured twirler while majoring in elementary education. After receiving her bachelor’s degree, she plans to return home to Cullman and work at one of the local elementary schools while pursuing her master’s degree in elementary education. She would also like to open her own baton and dance studio, where she can teach and impact the lives of the children. “I hope to have the opportunity to work with girls of all ages, with different backgrounds and stories. My goal is to reach and positively impact as many students as possible. I want to be a light, a helping hand and a loving mentor to any future student I may have.”
As her time at Cullman High School comes to a close, Green has some advice for underclassmen and incoming freshmen. “Never give up,” she said. “No matter what life throws at you, keep going. Find what you’re passionate about, and don’t take these years for granted. They go by so much faster than you think. Live in the moment, see the positive in every situation and be thankful for the memories — because one day, you’ll be looking back with gratitude.”
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