Robert Abrew Owner, Signature Linings. Robert, and his “wonderful” wife Diana, have lived in the Wailua Homesteads area for the past 10 years. He is active with the American Cancer Society, notably the Relay for Life.
Jessica Amas Jessica works at Gaylord’s at Kilohana and is the on-site manager of Luau Kalamaku. She is certified in Teaching English as a Foreign Language. She has resided on Kaua`i for 20 years and lives in Puhi. She loves outdoor activities and has previously volunteered at N.T.B.G.
Lisa Chun Physician, Owner of Kaua`i Osteopathic, Inc. She holds a Doctor of Osteopathy. She has lived here for over 6 years and resides in Puhi. Lisa participates in Kaua`i’s Health and Wellness Fair annually. She enjoys hiking, photography, studying history and different cultures.
Damian Baptiste Assistant Superintendent, Princeville Makai Golf Course. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in General Tropical Agriculture from the U of H. He is active in Kilauea’s Adopt A Park program and various North Shore clean-ups. He likes to hunt, fish and hike and is newly married.
Dan Momohara Chief Technology Officer, Head of Range Support Division at Pacific Missile Range Facility. Dan has degrees in both general and civil engineering and has lived on Kaua`i for many years. He is married and has three adult children. Dan has many interests, including playing golf, tennis and archery.
Dawn Cummings Supervisor, KIUC Call Center, Member Services. Dawn has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration from the U of H. She is a long time Kaua`i resident, living in Kapa`a. Dawn enjoys crabbing, swimming and cooking. She is married and has three children.
Vicki Gordon Science teacher at Waimea High School. She holds Bachelor degrees in Biology and Psychology from Virginia Tech. and will be graduating with her Master of Education from U of H in December 2008. Vicki is a Humane Society volunteer. She is happily married and lives in the Lawai area.
Eric Devlin Educator, Island School and Co-Youth Director at St. Michael’s Church. He earned his Bachelor and Master degrees from the University of Northern Colorado. Eric was born and raised on Oahu and has lived on Kaua`i for 5 years. He loves stand up paddle board and hiking.
Jennifer Ishikawa Manager, Case Management, Wilcox Hospital. Jennifer has her Associate and Bachelor degrees in Nursing. She is originally from Oahu but has lived on Kaua`i for 17 years. She resides in Lihu`e. She likes to spend time with her family and travel. Jennifer is married and has 5 children.
Melody James Manager for the Princeville Health Club and Spa. Melody is a certified aerobics instructor and has been recommended for a black belt in Tae Kwon Do. She has lived on Kaua`i for 28 years and resides in Haena. She enjoys sports including martial arts and surfing.
Edison Iloreta Kaua`i Marriott Resort, Kukui’s Restaurant Manager. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sales and Marketing from UH Manoa. He has lived in Kapaa for most of his life, recently moving to Lihue. Some of Eddie’s hobbies are fishing and golfing.
Kari Villabrille ResortQuest Kaua`i Beach at Makaiwa, Sales and Catering Coordinator. She is also a certified childcare provider and is enrolled at Kaua`i Community College. Kari keeps herself busy with Lihue Pop Warner, paddling, church ministries and her teenage son, Waile`a.
Monica Kawakami Educator, Department of Education. Teaches at Kapa`a Middle School. She holds Bachelor and Master degrees in Elementary Education from Chaminade University. Monica was raised on Kaua`i and resides in Kapa`a with her husband and two children. She enjoys hiking, yoga and sharing time with her family.
Ezra Kanoho Sergeant, Kaua`i Police Department. He is responsible for the training of our police force through the Administrative and Technical Bureau. Ezra has lived on Kaua`i for 30 years and lives with his wife Lynn on the eastside. He is very active with our local Special Olympics events.
P. B. Iyá Negra Lavezzari Entrepreneur, Life Coach, Chef and Substance Abuse Detoxification Coach. She has various degrees and certificates in the areas of nursing, welding, culinary arts and teaching language. Iyá Negra has lived on Kaua`i for 3 years, residing in Kekaha. She belongs to Toastmasters and has many interests that keep her busy.
M. Victor Cloutier Self-employed property manager and sales representative for Universolar Renewable Energy Solutions. He is also a substitute teacher at Kaua`i and Kapa`a High Schools. He holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Math from the University of Waterloo in Ontario. Victor has lived on Kaua`i for 14 years and resides in Kapa`a.
Milani Pimental Director of Annual Giving for National Tropical Botanical Garden. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Milani lives in Kalaheo and is active in AYSO and the Rotary Club of Poipu Beach. She also enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling and reading.
Sean Perkins Land Development Project Manager, Kukuiula Development Company (Hawaii) LLC. He holds two Bachelors degrees, one in Physics and one in Civil Engineering. Sean has lived on Kaua`i for over 2 years and resides in Koloa. He sits on the Advisory Board of the Salvation Army. Sean is married and has 2 children.
Shawn Shimabukuro Project Manager for Grove Farm. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Creighton University and is a Certified Public Accountant. Shawn was raised in Waimea, Kaua`i. She recently returned here after working on Oahu for 14 years. Shawn likes to spend her free time visiting with family and friends and to travel.
Erika Sy American Cancer Society Kaua`i Field Office Community Manager-Development. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development from UC-Davis. She has lived on Kaua`i for over 4 years and resides in Lihue. Erika participates in youth mentoring programs. Her interests include hiking, kayaking and surfing.
Elton Ushio County of Kaua`i Civil Defense Agency, Grant Coordinator. Bachelor’s of Business Administration from U of H-Manoa. Elton is a lifelong Kaua`i resident, living in Lihue. He is active with the Lihue Kendo Club, Hawaii Hunter Education Program, Kaua`i Hunting Association, and enjoys fishing and diving. He has 2 sons with wife, Dawn.
Mary Williamson American Cancer Society, Community Manager-Health Initiatives and Lead Staff. After receiving her BS and MA degrees, she continued to live and work on the mainland for the following 11 years. Fourteen years ago she and her husband returned home and now reside in Kalaheo.
2008 -2009 Pi`ina Hoku Youth Leadership Program
Natasha Abadilla
Waimea High School junior. Honor Roll student. Serves as the student body president and is a member of the Leo Club, National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society and the Spanish Club. Excelling in soccer, cross country, track & field and volleyball as an all star athlete.
Tatiana Alvarado
Kapa’a High School junior. Recipient of the national reflection of cultural arts award. Active participant and volunteer for the Red Cross and D.A.R.E programs as well as AYSO soccer, digital media productions, Kaua’i Jr. Lifeguard program and the Olympic Development Program.
Nicole Caballero
Waimea High School junior. Honor Roll Student. Member of the National Spanish Honor Society, Spanish Club, Health Occupations for Teens Club, and the Banyanihan Club.
Windy Check
Kapa’a High School junior. Recipient of the Ching Young Memorial Scholarship. Participant in the AYSO Soccer Org., a runner on the Kapa’a High track team and avid surfer. Enjoys English and Science as her favorite in-school subjects.
Alyssa Clark
Kapa’a High School junior. Honor Roll student. An avid swimmer she was 07-08 M.V.P. of the Kapa’a High girls swim team and a swimmer for Mokihana Aquatics. Active in Kapa’a High Key Club and youth ministry at St. Catherine’s Parish. Other interests include drawing, dancing, singing, and cooking.
Sherri Ann Cubangbang
Kaua’i High School junior. Received honorable mention in the Edie Aikau essay contest. Participates in bowling, cross country and tennis. Member of Kaua’i High Key Club, Leo Club and Nature Club. Other interests include working with youth, music, and television.
Sarah Faraola Kapa’a High School junior. Enjoys participating in school sports such as cross country, tennis, swimming, track and soccer. Participant in the Kaua’i Jr. Lifeguard program. Other interests include surfing, reading and cooking.
Jessica Gardien Waimea High School junior. Honor Roll Student. Graduate of the community All Star program. Active in Bionics, PEP, Year Book, Bible and Drama Club. Other interests include reading, swimming and writing.
Kahai Hosaka
Waimea High School junior. Honor Roll Student. Recognized on the Principal’s list. Participates in baseball and martial arts. Other interests include body boarding and automobiles.
Jason Iloreta Kapa’a High School junior. Member of Kapa’a High Student Council, Interact Club, and Key Club. Participates in basketball and volleyball. Enjoys playing and watching sports.
Chloe Kauakahi Junior at Olelo Christian Academy. Member of Bible Believers Baptist Church. Graduate of “About Face” program. Enjoys learning Spanish and Hawaiian languages. Other interests include going to the beach, and working with youth.
Kyle Lee Island School junior. Obtained a Cert of completion for the National Youth Leadership Forum on medicine in Washington D.C. Received creative writer in American literature award. Member of National Honor Society, Mock Trial, Jr. restoration project & yearbook staff. Enjoys playing all high school sports.
Sean Mamaclay
Kapa’a High School junior. Winner of the 2007 KJGA No Ka Oi award and the 2006 KJGA sports person of the year award. Active member of the HSJGA-Hawaii State Jr. Golf Assoc., KJGA-Kaua’i Jr. Golf Assoc. and Kaua’i Technical Institute for Jiu-jitsu. Enjoys body boarding and hanging with friends.
Levi Miyashiro Kaua’i High School junior. Honor Roll student. KIF Golf All Star. Active member of the HSJGA-Hawaii State Jr. Golf Assoc., KJGA-Kaua’i Jr. Golf Assoc., Kaua’i High golf team and Key Club. Plays the alto saxophone as a member of the Kaua’i High jazz band. Enjoys body boarding and snowboarding.
Lynsi Nakamura Kapa’a High School junior. Member of the Key Club. Manager of the Kapa’a High girls J/V & Varsity basketball teams. Assisted the Brown Bags To Stardom contest by updating website. Other interests include singing, reading, writing and traveling.
Seri Niimi-Burch Kapa’a High School junior. Born in Japan and moved here at 7 years old. Participates in varsity soccer, school cross country, and track and field. Member of the National Honor Society, Spanish club, HYSA scocer, and also on thr Principal’s list. Other interests include reading, running, and hanging with friends.
Savanna Sussman
Kaua’i High School junior. Enjoys surfing daily. Attends Kauai Christian Fellowship where she volunteers. Hopes to impact the community by influencing youth to keep the oceans and land on Kaua’i clean. Other interests include hanging out at the beach, running, biking, hiking, and being with family.
Junnel Udaundo Kaua’i High School junior. Member of the Nature Club, AVID, International Club, and the Jr. Restoration Project at the National Tropical Botanical Gardens. Other interests include playing sports, beings with family and friends, dancing, listening to music, building and fixing things.
Marvin Woods Kapa’a High School junior. Participant in Kapa’a High School JROTC program. Recognized as the best first year cadet. Active participant on the adventure team, swim team, rifle and drill teams. Other interests include hanging with friends and family.
Class of 2009
2008 -2009 Adult Leadership Program
2008 -2009 Pi`ina Hoku Youth Leadership Program
Waimea High School junior. Honor Roll student. Serves as the student body president and is a member of the Leo Club, National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society and the Spanish Club. Excelling in soccer, cross country, track & field and volleyball as an all star athlete.
Kapa’a High School junior. Recipient of the national reflection of cultural arts award. Active participant and volunteer for the Red Cross and D.A.R.E programs as well as AYSO soccer, digital media productions, Kaua’i Jr. Lifeguard program and the Olympic Development Program.
Waimea High School junior. Honor Roll Student. Member of the National Spanish Honor Society, Spanish Club, Health Occupations for Teens Club, and the Banyanihan Club.
Kapa’a High School junior. Recipient of the Ching Young Memorial Scholarship. Participant in the AYSO Soccer Org., a runner on the Kapa’a High track team and avid surfer. Enjoys English and Science as her favorite in-school subjects.
Kapa’a High School junior. Honor Roll student. An avid swimmer she was 07-08 M.V.P. of the Kapa’a High girls swim team and a swimmer for Mokihana Aquatics. Active in Kapa’a High Key Club and youth ministry at St. Catherine’s Parish. Other interests include drawing, dancing, singing, and cooking.
Kaua’i High School junior. Received honorable mention in the Edie Aikau essay contest. Participates in bowling, cross country and tennis. Member of Kaua’i High Key Club, Leo Club and Nature Club. Other interests include working with youth, music, and television.
Kapa’a High School junior. Enjoys participating in school sports such as cross country, tennis, swimming, track and soccer. Participant in the Kaua’i Jr. Lifeguard program. Other interests include surfing, reading and cooking.
Waimea High School junior. Honor Roll Student. Graduate of the community All Star program. Active in Bionics, PEP, Year Book, Bible and Drama Club. Other interests include reading, swimming and writing.
Kapa’a High School junior. Member of Kapa’a High Student Council, Interact Club, and Key Club. Participates in basketball and volleyball. Enjoys playing and watching sports.
Junior at Olelo Christian Academy. Member of Bible Believers Baptist Church. Graduate of “About Face” program. Enjoys learning Spanish and Hawaiian languages. Other interests include going to the beach, and working with youth.
Island School junior. Obtained a Cert of completion for the National Youth Leadership Forum on medicine in Washington D.C. Received creative writer in American literature award. Member of National Honor Society, Mock Trial, Jr. restoration project & yearbook staff. Enjoys playing all high school sports.
Kapa’a High School junior. Winner of the 2007 KJGA No Ka Oi award and the 2006 KJGA sports person of the year award. Active member of the HSJGA-Hawaii State Jr. Golf Assoc., KJGA-Kaua’i Jr. Golf Assoc. and Kaua’i Technical Institute for Jiu-jitsu. Enjoys body boarding and hanging with friends.
Kaua’i High School junior. Honor Roll student. KIF Golf All Star. Active member of the HSJGA-Hawaii State Jr. Golf Assoc., KJGA-Kaua’i Jr. Golf Assoc., Kaua’i High golf team and Key Club. Plays the alto saxophone as a member of the Kaua’i High jazz band. Enjoys body boarding and snowboarding.
Kapa’a High School junior. Member of the Key Club. Manager of the Kapa’a High girls J/V & Varsity basketball teams. Assisted the Brown Bags To Stardom contest by updating website. Other interests include singing, reading, writing and traveling.
Kapa’a High School junior. Born in Japan and moved here at 7 years old. Participates in varsity soccer, school cross country, and track and field. Member of the National Honor Society, Spanish club, HYSA scocer, and also on thr Principal’s list. Other interests include reading, running, and hanging with friends.
Kaua’i High School junior. Enjoys surfing daily. Attends Kauai Christian Fellowship where she volunteers. Hopes to impact the community by influencing youth to keep the oceans and land on Kaua’i clean. Other interests include hanging out at the beach, running, biking, hiking, and being with family.
Kaua’i High School junior. Member of the Nature Club, AVID, International Club, and the Jr. Restoration Project at the National Tropical Botanical Gardens. Other interests include playing sports, beings with family and friends, dancing, listening to music, building and fixing things.
Kapa’a High School junior. Participant in Kapa’a High School JROTC program. Recognized as the best first year cadet. Active participant on the adventure team, swim team, rifle and drill teams. Other interests include hanging with friends and family.
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