North Shore NewsThe North Shore Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 21st anniversary of the Haleiwa Christmas Parade this year! The Haleiwa Christmas Parade is a tradition held near and dear to many North Shore residents and brings the community together to celebrate the holiday season.
This year, the Grand Marshal for the Parade is Ian Cablay, band director at Waialua High and Intermediate School (WHIS). Cablay and the WHIS Band are long-time participants in the Parade and are a key factor in making it extra special for us all.
In the 15 years Mr. Cablay has been with WHIS, he has built the school’s band from 15 members to the largest program on campus with more than 150 students. Mr. Cablay’s knowledge of music, his teaching techniques and his love and enthusiasm for his students have made him one of the most loved and respected teachers at WHIS.
Mr. Cablay graduated from the University of Hawaii in 2009 and joined Waialua High School. Mr. Cablay’s major instrument is the tuba. He has been the principal tuba player with the UH Wind Ensemble and the UH Symphony Orchestra. He is also a part time member of the Royal Hawaiian Band.
On top of keeping up with the daily tasks of teaching his students music, Mr. Cablay is very involved in raising funds for the program and hosts events to stimulate interest in band and creates lasting memories for his students.
The North Shore Chamber and the North Shore Community thank Mr. Cablay for all his hard work and dedication towards our students and their futures.