Welcome our new AP, Mr. Sanchez! 

Phillip Sanchez joins the Bellflower Unified School District as the new Assistant Principal of Washington Elementary School. He has over 25 years’ experience as an educator and instructional leader. He began his career as a special education aide and most recently he served as an English Language Arts Instructional Coach of an elementary school. Mr. Sanchez retired from the military as a Major with 27 years of service. He is an alumni of UC Irvine, UCLA, CSUDH and is a firm believer that all students can succeed and graduate from college. Mr. Sanchez is completing his final year in a doctorate in education program at CSULB. It is his mission to provide a safe learning environment for every student. Mr. Sanchez is excited to join Washington Elementary School and is looking forward to a productive year.