Mr. Gareth Uyeda

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A graduate of Leilehua High School, Mr. Uyeda attended the University of California, San Diego and obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Music. He then attended the University of Hawai'i at Manoa where he received his Professional Diploma. 

Mr. Uyeda has been teaching band at Waipahu Intermediate School since 2000. Prior, he taught at Pearl Harbor Elementary and Lana'i High and Elementary Schools. In 2009, Mr. Uyeda was the recipient of the Lex Brodie "Above and Beyond" Award for his efforts in education.

When he is not teaching, he enjoys spending time out on the water with his brother. They are both avid kayak fisherman and thrive to catch pelagic fish such as marlin, mahi mahi, ono, and ahi. He also enjoys playing tennis and spending time with his family.