About Us
Fire Recovery
STRONGEST TOGETHER
In the aftermath of the Palisades fires, the strength, generosity, and resilience of our Carlthorp community have made a meaningful difference. While initial relief efforts have transitioned into long-term recovery, our commitment to supporting affected students, alumni, and families remains steadfast.
In the aftermath of the Palisades fires, the strength, generosity, and resilience of our Carlthorp community have made a meaningful difference. While initial relief efforts have transitioned into long-term recovery, our commitment to supporting affected students, alumni, and families remains steadfast.
Whether you are navigating ongoing administrative details, seeking emotional support for your child, or looking for ways to support fellow community members, Carlthorp is here for you.
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On-Campus Support
We are dedicated to making school feel like a grounded, comforting, and fully supported environment for every student.- Fire Relief Boutique: Following the fires, uniforms, essential gear, and school supplies were made available to any family in need. If you have any questions, please contact Cyreeta Sharp, Director of Community Engagement and Belonging, at csharp@carlthorp.org.
- School Mementos and Yearbooks: We are happy to help replace lost yearbooks, certificates, and school awards whenever possible. Current families can submit a replacement request via the Fire Recovery page on the Parent Portal; Carlthorp alumni can reach out to Izzy King ’09 at iking@carlthorp.org.
- On-Campus Counseling: Throughout the school year, Social-Emotional Learning Specialist Sharon Lee is available to offer direct guidance and emotional support for students and families.
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Parenting and Processing
Navigating the long-term impacts of a natural disaster can present unexpected emotional challenges for children. The following curated resources offer practical guidance for K-6 parents:- Navigating Wildfires & Recovery with Children (Good Inside): Practical frameworks for discussing challenging events while fostering security
- Talking with Young Children (The Center for Connection): Strategies for validating fears, maintaining routines, and encouraging healthy conversations
- Helping Kids Process Difficult News (Common Sense Media): Tips for managing media exposure and age-appropriate discussions
For those interested in counseling, BrightLife Kids offers free coaching, 1:1 video sessions, and resources for California families with children ages 0-12. -
Administrative and Recovery Essentials
For families managing ongoing logistics, insurance details, or official documentation, these direct links can help streamline the recovery process:- Property Tax Relief: Information on reassessment and relief for damaged property via the LA County Assessor
- Financial and Tax Extensions: Disaster relief provisions and filing extension updates from the IRS
FOR CARLTHORP FAMILIES
To access additional information, please log in to the Carlthorp Parent Portal.
Have a question or an updated recovery resource to share? Contact Jeff Goodman, Director of Communications, at jgoodman@carlthorp.org.
To access additional information, please log in to the Carlthorp Parent Portal.
Have a question or an updated recovery resource to share? Contact Jeff Goodman, Director of Communications, at jgoodman@carlthorp.org.
Established in 1939, Carlthorp School is the oldest independent coeducational day school for grades K-6 located in Santa Monica, California.