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Dr. Patrick Allison
Principal
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Dr. Allison has served in Catholic schools for over seven years and has held multiple leadership roles at the high school level including:
  • English and Humanities Department Chair
  • Head Track Coach
  • Director of Marketing and Admissions
  • AP Capstone Coordinator
He completed his undergraduate work in Philosophy at Saint Mary's College of California before completing a Single Subject Credential in English and an M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership from California Lutheran University. This year, he completed his Ed.D. in Educational Leadership for Social Justice at Loyola Marymount University. His research explored the support networks for students with disabilities within the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Dr. Allison also served as an officer in the California Army National Guard, where he led both small and large teams on missions ranging from homefront wildfire fighting to overseas deployments. He is blessed with a loving wife, who is also an educator, and two young sons that make his world. Dr. Allison is thrilled to be able to live out his vocation with the All Souls family!
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Mrs. Laura Canzano
Director of Finance
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​Mrs. Canzano comes to All Souls School with more than 20 years of experience as office manager, bookkeeper, and consultant to various parish schools and churches in the Los Angeles Archdiocese. She believes in the mission of educating children in the Catholic School environment. She has a degree in Accounting from Cal Poly Pomona and previously worked many years in both public and private industry.
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Ms. Jessica Ceja
Business Manager
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Ms. Ceja was born and raised in East Los Angeles, her formative years in this dynamic neighborhood instilled in her a profound appreciation for her roots and a deep connection to her community. Currently, she is continuing her education at Pasadena City College, where she is actively pursuing her academic goals. Her belief in the transformative power of faith and education makes her a perfect fit for our community, where we aim to nurture our students’ minds and spirits.
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Ms. Brandyn Cardenaz
Office Manager 

Mr. Cardenaz was born in Hollywood and raised in Alhambra. He is a first generation college graduate and earned his BA in Psychology from California State University Northridge. He is an inspiration to students and enjoys helping them learn. With his own desire to bring a positive learning atmosphere to his students, his goal is to give them the resources and motivation to grow into confident and independent scholars. He is excited about the future of All Souls and to work alongside a beautiful community
Mrs. Lydia Vizcarra
Attendance & Health Assistant

​Mrs. Vizcarra was raised in Highland Park attending Saint Ignatius Elementary School and San Gabriel Mission High School. She worked in the banking industry for 20 years until the birth of her first son.  Mrs. Vizcarra has two children attending All Souls WLCS! She is involved in the Family Guild here in our community and is currently the Co-Chair for the decorating committee.  She enjoys scrapbooking, travel and is an avid Wonder Woman fan. 
  • B.A., Business Administration, California State University Los Angeles
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The Panther
Mascot
Jersey # 1
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​The lovable Panther is the pride and joy of All Souls WLCS. Panther has been around for over 100 yrs since the opening of the school in 1921. Panther enjoys giving out high fives, waving to the students, posing for photographs and showing up to special All Souls events. Panther's high energy and fun attitude pumps the students up for all occasions.  
  • B.A., Business of Mascotting 
  • M.A., Mascot Administration 
  • P.h.D., The Art of Mascotting