Eaton Fire Updates
Please know that the La Salle College Preparatory community is here for all those impacted by these devastating fires. We continue to pray for all those suffering tragic loss and for our brave first responders battling these fires and serving our community. Together, we will get through this tragedy and support those in our community most in need. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us directly at firesupport@lasallehs.org. Thank you for your continued support of La Salle and one another.
Interim Update (January 15, 2025) - Thank you for the overwhelming support! As of this update, we are no longer accepting physical donations at this time.
You can still help by donating to our Lancer Support Fund which aids La Salle students and families directly impacted by the fires.
Email Updates
La Salle Return to Campus Plan - January 17, 2025
Dear La Salle Community,
Foremost, we’d like to extend our prayers to all members of our school community who have been impacted by the Eaton Canyon fire, as well as the other fires that have devastated the region over the last week. We continue to stand with you and our fellow Lancers in this time of immense need and uncertainty.
After an unbelievable week of kindness, care, and generosity from our community to help those in need through our Lancer Support Drive, Lancer Support Fund, and countless hours of volunteerism, we are happy to report that La Salle will reopen and begin our second semester on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
While we recognize that many members of our community have been impacted by fires, we are beginning the semester with our collective community’s well-being and care being top-of-mind. Our faculty, staff, and administration have been working collaboratively to ensure our reopening is thoughtful and mindful.
Below, we have outlined the proactive steps we have taken as we planned for our students’ return.
First Day Mental Health and Wellness Focus
Our administration team and department chairs have worked collaboratively to ensure our first day of the semester is uplifting, reflective, and welcoming for all students. Students will report to their mentor classes at the start of the day, followed by an all-school assembly and a full-day check-in rotation with each of their teachers. Following lunch, students will gather for a prayer service and then have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of engaging different activities, therapeutic stations (ex. therapy puppies, letters to God, meditative coloring). The complete schedule for the day and other reminders can be found below:
- Students are asked to bring a water bottle and pen and/or pencil. Students who need to wear a mask are encouraged to wear one. We will have them available at the front desk as well. School supplies and other items will not be needed this day.
- Goat yoga will also be available and we ask that students wishing to participate in this mindful activity to please bring their own yoga mats to school on Tuesday.
Academic Instruction
We will resume our regular academic instruction on Wednesday, January 22, with the previously calendared A4 schedule, the B5 schedule on Thursday, January 23, the A1 schedule on Friday, January 24, and so on, following the A/B rotation. Note that Thursday, January 23rd is also no longer an early dismissal day.
Textbooks and Continued Flexibility
Teachers are aware that students have lost books, notes, and other supplies and will be reimagining their lesson plans to meet the needs of the students. Please continue to fill out the Jotform Textbook Form for any textbooks that need to be replaced.
Calendar Changes For Instructional Days
To make up a number of in-person instructional days, the previously calendared online learning days scheduled for Monday, February 10th, and Friday, March 28th will revert back to being in-person instructional days. Our Catholic Schools Week activities and service happening the week of January 27th through January 31st will also be adjusted for additional instructional days.
Dress Code Adjustments
We are aware that students have lost their school uniforms because of the recent fires. In a show of solidarity and support, all students may wear their regular school uniform OR clothing that closely resembles the regular school uniform for the remainder of January and all of February. We will make an additional announcement in March on how we will address the dress code for the remainder of the school year.
Ongoing Mental Health and Counseling Resources
As we progress through the upcoming week and beyond, we recognize the different challenges our students will be facing in light of the trauma brought on by the wildfires across the region. Our Counseling Department will be proactively engaging with faculty and working closely with students who need extra support over the remainder of the school year.
In addition to our proactive counseling approach, we have partnered with Dr. Maria Austin, a Clinical Psychologist who has been working with children, youth and families since 2000 in youth development programs, schools, residential treatment and outpatient services, both in the public and private sectors. She has had roles from direct service, Clinical Director, consultant to trainer. Dr. Maria focused her research on contributors to adolescent thriving, organizational leadership and leadership development. Her focus on thriving is one that can be applied regardless of situation in life from trauma to self exploration and development. Additionally, her clinical expertise focuses on the impacts of trauma and supportive intervention through the healing process. This includes helping individuals, families and communities incorporate key skills and concepts that enhance protective factors that mitigate the impact of trauma at all stages of life.
Dr. Maria is a TBRI Practitioner and certified trainer in the MANDT system. MANDT is a relationally-based crisis intervention system that is designed to support people and assist organizations in developing a culture that supports the emotional, psychological and physical safety of everyone involved. TBRI is an evidence-based trauma intervention grounded in neuroscience, attachment theory and sensory processing, though the heartbeat of TBRI is connection.
Parent Workshop with Dr. Maria (Thursday, 1/23 at 7:00 PM): During the evening Thursday, January 23rd, Dr. Maria will be hosting an hour-long zoom workshop from 7:00 to 8:00 PM designed to support parents with navigating the impact of the recent wildfires. We will review ways for parents to help their children express their feelings of fear or anxiety, ways to support emotional regulation, develop understanding of expected atypical reactions teens may have in the short-run, and how to provide the balance of structure and support during this time. We will also discuss support for parents as they navigate this unprecedented event and the signs for knowing when to seek additional support. More information and a Zoom link will be shared next week ahead of the workshop.
Student Support Therapy Group (Thursday, 1/23): Students are welcome to participate in this support group as we discuss the impact of the wildfires, whether direct or due to someone close. We will incorporate a mindfulness practice and helpful tools for processing the experience in a safe space. This will be taking place in the school day during academic support in the Counseling Center.
Facilities Update
We have been in touch with Pasadena Water and Power. They have confirmed our water supply is not in the affected areas of the Eaton Fire. Please visit this Pasadena Water and Power link for additional information. Additionally, the entire campus has been power washed, debris has been removed, and all HVAC filters have been replaced. While masks are not mandated, there will be masks available at the front desk for any student who wishes to wear one.
Optional Return to Campus Parent Webinar
In addition to this email, we will be hosting an optional Zoom Webinar this Monday, January 20 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, to answer any reopening questions you may have. The meeting will be recorded for those unable to attend.
Click here to join our Return to Campus Plan Parent Webinar
Lastly, we’d like to take this opportunity to express our extreme thanks and appreciation to our entire Lancer community for your support, compassion and care over the last 10 days. Our community came out in an outstanding way to help those most in need.
Our Lancer Support Drive served as a major community resource for those in east Pasadena, Sierra Madre, Hastings Ranch, and Altadena. We collected thousands of pounds of essential goods, toiletries, food, and water and distributed these goods to hundreds of community members and other relief organizations throughout the week. We also provided hot meals from community restaurants and La Salle families to those in need and served as a designated World Central Kitchen meal distribution site, with a food truck present throughout the week serving meals to anyone who needed one.
The Lancer Support Fund continues to grow everyday and has already had an impact on current students and families in need. At least 50 students have lost their homes or have been displaced due to severe damage to their homes and will directly benefit from the generosity of our entire community during this time of devastation and loss.
Thank you for your continued support of La Salle, our community and those most in need. We are so grateful for you and all that make La Salle College Preparatory a special place to learn and grow. We look forward to seeing your children back on campus next week.
Eaton Fire Update #10 - January 16, 2025
La Salle Eaton Fire Response Daily Update - January 16, 2025
Dear La Salle Community - We hope and pray that you continue to remain safe and well during this trying time. As we progress through this difficult time together, we will be sending daily updates to our La Salle community via email to ensure you are informed about the latest information regarding our school operations and community well-being.
School Operations Update
La Salle will remain closed for instruction for the upcoming week through Friday, January 17th, with school operations resuming on Tuesday, January 21st.
Our Administration Team is preparing for students’ return to campus on Tuesday, January 21st, prioritizing the safety, well-being, and overall wellness of our students. Tomorrow, you will receive a comprehensive update and schedule regarding our return to campus on January 21st.
Lancer Support Drive Update
At this time, we are at full capacity and can only receive gift cards. Thank you for your support and generosity!
Tomorrow (Friday, January 17th) is the last day of our Lancer Support Drive. We continue to remain grateful for the community’s unwavering support. Please know that the drive is open to anyone in the local community who has been affected or impacted by any of the wildfires in the region. In the spirit of our mission, our doors remain open to anyone in need. Please share this link/PDF flyer with anyone you know who may benefit from our support drive.
Lancer Support Drive Hours and Location: Friday’s drive hours will be from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM for essentials and can be picked up in the Dining Hall. The drive will close early to ensure we can prepare the Dining Hall for our first day back on Tuesday. Please enter the Lower Parking Lot through the gates off Michillinda Ave.
Items Available For Pick-Up
Bedding and pillows - including pillowcases
Non-Perishable Snacks & Bottled Water
Toiletries - Toothbrush & Toothpaste, Shampoo & Conditioner, Body Wash, Deodorant, Hairbrush, Body lotion, Hand sanitizer, Facial tissues, Feminine Hygiene Products
N95 Masks
School Supplies - Backpacks, Pencil pouch, Notebooks, Pencil, Pens, Highlighters, Folders, Paper, Graphing calculators
Used school uniforms
Textbooks: Families who need their textbooks replaced due to the fires may complete this JotForm. La Salle will ensure that books are ordered for students as soon as possible.
Daily Hot Meals: Throughout the week, we will also have hot meals available in the Dining Hall for families and community members in need from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM daily. We are so appreciative of Sierra Madre Pizza Company, El Portal, Nothing Bundt Cake, Hummus Lab, World Central Kitchen, JJ’s Bakery, Wingstop, and parent/family volunteers for supporting our hot meals this week! If you or an organization are interested in supporting our daily hot meals for families in need, please reach out to firesupport@lasallehs.org or visit the Track-It Forward parent website.
School Counselors, Art Therapy, and Prayer Stations: From 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, our school counselors will be available for current students who need support throughout the week. The La Salle Art Department has also set up an art station for families to partake in. We will also have a prayer section in the Dining Hall for our community to gather in fellowship and prayer.
Student Fellowship and Service Opportunity: Due to the community’s overwhelming response, students who would like to engage in fellowship, service, and sharing a meal (courtesy of one of our food truck vendors) are welcome to do so during our Lancer Support Drive hours from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Please note that the campus is closed outside of these hours, and students will be asked to remain in the Dining Hall (for service), Atrium, or Amphitheater. We encourage students who are sensitive to air quality to wear a mask. We have masks available in the Dining Hall.
Uniform Pick-Up
School uniform items will be available for pickup in the Dining Hall from Monday, January 13, to Friday, January 17, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM to allow any families affected by the fire to pick up items at no charge.
As we recover from the Eaton Fire, we understand that acquiring uniforms and other items will take time. We will not be enforcing school uniform rules and ask for students to dress in clothing resembling school uniforms as closely as possible. School uniform rules will be enforced no earlier than March.
Senior Yearbook Ads Due Date Extension:
In light of recent events, we understand the added challenges students and families may be facing. With this in mind, we have arranged to extend the deadline for Senior Yearbook Ads. The new due date is Friday, January 24, 2025, providing you with additional time to purchase a Senior Ad for your student. If you require further assistance or need more time beyond this extension, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Mr. Mario Veliz ’20, Yearbook Moderator, at mveliz@lasallehs.org.
Community Support Efforts
Please consider supporting our Lancer Support Fund if you are able to do so. These funds will be distributed to current La Salle students and families who have lost their homes during this disaster. Donations to the Lancer Support Fund are tax deductible as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization gift to La Salle.
If you haven’t already done so and were either impacted by the fires or would like to provide assistance to those who have been, please complete our La Salle Fire Assistance Form.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us directly at firesupport@lasallehs.org. All updates will also be posted to a dedicated page on our website at http://lasallehs.org/eatonfire. Thank you for your continued support of La Salle and one another.
Local Resources and Support
211LA - Temporary AirBnB Housing for those displaced by the fires: https://211la.org/
LA County Fire Website - Latest information regarding evacuation areas, emergency text notifications, available shelters, and other resources: https://lacounty.gov/emergency/
Watch Duty Fire App - Real-time updates and notifications regarding evacuations and other important information: https://www.watchduty.org/
ABC7-LA Fire Resources Page - https://abc7.com/post/socal-wildfires-where-palisades-eaton-hurst-sunset-fire-victims-can-get-help/15780705/
Free Mental Health Services - List of free individual and family therapy services for anyone affected by the wildfires, offering both virtual and in-person options: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10wW92iihuOtqK-qNKiH1t1xUZyZTWjpnRsr680Q-VV4/edit?usp=sharing
- Uber and Lyft - are offering free rides to shelters and evacuation sites:
Lyft: Two free rides up to $25 each. Use code: CAFIRERELIEF25.
Uber: Two free rides up to $40 each. Use code: WILDFIRE25.
FEMA Disaster Response Resources: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4856
LA County Eaton Fire Damage Map: https://recovery.lacounty.gov/eaton-fire/
Eaton Fire Update #9 - January 15, 2025
La Salle Eaton Fire Response Daily Update - January 15, 2025
Dear La Salle Community - We hope and pray that you continue to remain safe and well during this trying time. As we progress through this difficult time together, we will be sending daily updates to our La Salle community via email to ensure you are informed about the latest information regarding our school operations and community well-being.
School Operations Update
La Salle will remain closed for instruction for the upcoming week through Friday, January 17th, with school operations resuming on Tuesday, January 21st.
Our Administration Team is preparing for students’ return to campus on Tuesday, January 21st, prioritizing the safety, well-being, and overall wellness of our students. The schedule for January 21st and other details regarding the start of the semester will be shared with our school community by Friday, January 17th.
As we prepare for our return to campus, our faculty and staff will be participating in a professional development training session with Therapist Elizabeth Mead, CSW, EMDR, on campus this Thursday to help us guide conversations with students who have been exposed to trauma as a result of the wildfires.
Lancer Support Drive Update
At this time, we are at full capacity and can only receive gift cards. Thank you for your support and generosity!
To date, we are aware that over 130 alumni and current families have lost their homes to the wildfires, with even more displaced due to evacuation orders. We continue to remain grateful for the community’s unwavering support. Please know that the Lancer Support Drive is open to anyone in the local community who has been affected or impacted by any of the wildfires in the region. In the spirit of our mission, our doors remain open to anyone in need. Please share this link/PDF flyer with anyone you know who may benefit from our support drive.
Lancer Support Drive Hours and Location: Monday, January 13th to Friday, January 17th, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Essentials can be picked up in the Dining Hall. Please enter the Lower Parking Lot through the gates off Michillinda Ave.
Items Available For Pick-Up
Bedding and pillows- including pillowcases
Non-Perishable Snacks & Bottled Water
Toiletries - Toothbrush & Toothpaste, Shampoo & Conditioner, Body Wash, Deodorant, Hairbrush, Body lotion, Hand sanitizer, Facial tissues, Sanitary napkins, Feminine Hygiene Products, Small Face Cloth
Socks/Undergarments
N95 Masks
Portable chargers/Battery Packs
Flashlights
Gift Cards - Visa Gift Card, Gas Cards, Target, Home Depot, Walmart, Kohl’s, Marshalls and Ross, Grocery Stores
School Supplies - Backpacks, Pencil pouch, Notebooks, Pencil, Pens, Highlighters, Folders, Paper, Graphing calculators
Used school uniforms
Textbooks: Families who need their textbooks replaced due to the fires may complete this JotForm. La Salle will ensure that books are ordered for students as soon as possible.
Daily Hot Meals: Throughout the week, we will also have hot meals available in the Dining Hall for families and community members in need from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM daily. We are so appreciative of Sierra Madre Pizza Company, El Portal, Nothing Bundt Cake, Hummus Lab, World Central Kitchen, JJ’s Bakery, Wingstop, and parent/family volunteers for supporting our hot meals this week! If you or an organization are interested in supporting our daily hot meals for families in need, please reach out to firesupport@lasallehs.org or visit the Track-It Forward parent website.
School Counselors, Art Therapy, and Prayer Stations: From 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, our school counselors will be available for current students who need support throughout the week. The La Salle Art Department has also set up an art station for families to partake in. We will also have a prayer section in the Dining Hall for our community to gather in fellowship and prayer.
Student Fellowship and Service Opportunity: Due to the community’s overwhelming response, students who would like to engage in fellowship, service, and sharing a meal (courtesy of one of our food truck vendors) are welcome to do so during our Lancer Support Drive hours from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Please note that the campus is closed outside of these hours, and students will be asked to remain in the Dining Hall (for service), Atrium, or Amphitheater. We encourage students who are sensitive to air quality to wear a mask. We have masks available in the Dining Hall.
Therapy Puppies: On Thursday, January 16, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, there will be therapy puppies on campus in the Atrium for the community to play with and unwind. Students are welcome to campus to enjoy the therapy puppies.
Uniform Pick-Up
School uniform items will be available for pickup in the Dining Hall from Monday, January 13, to Friday, January 17, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM to allow any families affected by the fire to pick up items at no charge.
As we recover from the Eaton Fire, we understand that acquiring uniforms and other items will take time. We will not be enforcing school uniform rules and ask for students to dress in clothing resembling school uniforms as closely as possible. School uniform rules will be enforced no earlier than March.
Community Support Efforts
Please consider supporting our Lancer Support Fund if you are able to do so. These funds will be distributed to current La Salle students and families who have lost their homes during this disaster. Donations to the Lancer Support Fund are tax deductible as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization gift to La Salle.
If you haven’t already done so and were either impacted by the fires or would like to provide assistance to those who have been, please complete our La Salle Fire Assistance Form.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us directly at firesupport@lasallehs.org. All updates will also be posted to a dedicated page on our website at http://lasallehs.org/eatonfire. Thank you for your continued support of La Salle and one another.
Local Resources and Support
211LA - Temporary AirBnB Housing for those displaced by the fires: https://211la.org/
LA County Fire Website - Latest information regarding evacuation areas, emergency text notifications, available shelters, and other resources: https://lacounty.gov/emergency/
Watch Duty Fire App - Real-time updates and notifications regarding evacuations and other important information: https://www.watchduty.org/
ABC7-LA Fire Resources Page - https://abc7.com/post/socal-wildfires-where-palisades-eaton-hurst-sunset-fire-victims-can-get-help/15780705/
Free Mental Health Services - List of free individual and family therapy services for anyone affected by the wildfires, offering both virtual and in-person options: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10wW92iihuOtqK-qNKiH1t1xUZyZTWjpnRsr680Q-VV4/edit?usp=sharing
- Uber and Lyft - are offering free rides to shelters and evacuation sites:
Lyft: Two free rides up to $25 each. Use code: CAFIRERELIEF25.
Uber: Two free rides up to $40 each. Use code: WILDFIRE25.
FEMA Disaster Response Resources: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4856
LA County Eaton Fire Damage Map: https://recovery.lacounty.gov/eaton-fire/
Eaton Fire Update #8 - January 14, 2025
La Salle Eaton Fire Response Daily Update - January 14, 2025
Dear La Salle Community - We hope and pray that you continue to remain safe and well during this trying time. As we progress through this difficult time together, we will be sending daily updates to our La Salle community via email to ensure you are informed about the latest information regarding our school operations and community well-being.
Lancer Support Drive Update
To date, we are aware that over 130 alumni and current families have lost their homes to the wildfires, with even more displaced due to evacuation orders. We continue to remain grateful for the community’s unwavering support. Please know that the Lancer Support Drive is open to anyone in the local community who has been affected or impacted by any of the wildfires in the region. In the spirit of our mission, our doors remain open to anyone in need. Please share this link/PDF flyer with anyone you know who may benefit from our support drive.
Lancer Support Drive Hours and Location: Monday, January 13th to Friday, January 17th, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Essentials can be picked up in the Dining Hall. Please enter the Lower Parking Lot through the gates off Michillinda Ave.
Essential Goods Needed: As of today, January 14th, we ask for your continued support and donations of the below items for our Lancer Support Drive.
Donation Items Needed and Items Available For Pick-Up
Bedding and pillows- including pillowcases
Non-Perishable Snacks & Bottled Water
Toiletries - Toothbrush & Toothpaste, Shampoo & Conditioner, Body Wash, Deodorant, Hairbrush, Body lotion, Hand sanitizer, Facial tissues, Sanitary napkins, Feminine Hygiene Products, Small Face Cloth
Socks/Undergarments
N95 Masks
Portable chargers/Battery Packs
Flashlights
Gift Cards - Visa Gift Card, Gas Cards, Target, Home Depot, Walmart, Kohl’s, Marshalls and Ross, Grocery Stores
School Supplies - Backpacks, Pencil pouch, Notebooks, Pencil, Pens, Highlighters, Folders, Paper, Graphing calculators
Used school uniforms
Textbooks: Families who need their textbooks replaced due to the fires may complete this JotForm. La Salle will ensure that books are ordered for students as soon as possible.
Daily Hot Meals: Throughout the week, we will also have hot meals available in the Dining Hall for families and community members in need from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM daily. We are so appreciative of Sierra Madre Pizza Company, El Portal, Nothing Bundt Cake, Hummus Lab, World Central Kitchen, JJ’s Bakery, Wingstop, and parent/family volunteers for supporting our hot meals this week! If you or an organization are interested in supporting our daily hot meals for families in need, please reach out to firesupport@lasallehs.org or visit the Track-It Forward parent website.
School Counselors, Art Therapy, and Prayer Stations: From 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, our school counselors will be available for current students who need support throughout the week. The La Salle Art Department has also set up an art station for families to partake in. We will also have a prayer section in the Dining Hall for our community to gather in fellowship and prayer.
Student Fellowship and Service Opportunity: Due to the community’s overwhelming response, students who would like to engage in fellowship, service, and sharing a meal (courtesy of one of our food truck vendors) are welcome to do so during our Lancer Support Drive hours from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Please note that the campus is closed outside of these hours, and students will be asked to remain in the Dining Hall (for service), Atrium, or Amphitheater. We encourage students who are sensitive to air quality to wear a mask. We have masks available in the Dining Hall.
Therapy Puppies: On Thursday, January 16, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, there will be therapy puppies on campus in the atrium for the community to play with and unwind.
Uniform Pick-Up
School uniform items will be available for pickup in the Dining Hall from Monday, January 13, to Friday, January 17, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM to allow any families affected by the fire to pick up items at no charge.
As we recover from the Eaton Fire, we understand that acquiring uniforms and other items will take time. We will not be enforcing school uniform rules and ask for students to dress in clothing resembling school uniforms as closely as possible. School uniform rules will be enforced no earlier than March.
School Operations Update
La Salle will remain closed for instruction for the upcoming week through Friday, January 17th, with school operations resuming on Tuesday, January 21st, at the earliest.
Our Administration Team is actively preparing for our return to school next week and will be providing additional details later this week. Our main goal is the safety and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff.
Athletic Updates: We hope this message finds you and your family safe and well. In light of the recent Eaton Canyon Fire, our community has faced significant challenges, including compromised air quality due to lingering smoke and pollutants. As we prioritize the health and safety of our students, particularly those participating in outdoor sports venues, we want to inform you of the measures we are implementing for the week of 1/13. Please click here for a full update from the Athletic Department.
Admissions Updates: In response to the ongoing situation, we have made adjustments to our admissions application process. An emailed message regarding these updates was sent to all prospective families yesterday.
Local Service Opportunities
The devastation caused by the Eaton Fire has strained local community groups and organizations working around the clock to support those who have lost homes or have been displaced due to evacuation orders. With La Salle’s campus serving as a hub for our Lancer Support Drive this week and in the spirit of our mission and Catholic Schools Week happening later this month, we’d like to encourage members of our school community (who are able to do so) to volunteer and serve local groups and non-profit organizations in need of support:
Community Support Efforts
Please consider supporting our Lancer Support Fund if you are able to do so. These funds will be distributed to current La Salle students and families who have lost their homes during this disaster. Donations to the Lancer Support Fund are tax deductible as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization gift to La Salle.
If you haven’t already done so and were either impacted by the fires or would like to provide assistance to those who have been, please complete our La Salle Fire Assistance Form.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us directly at firesupport@lasallehs.org. All updates will also be posted to a dedicated page on our website at http://lasallehs.org/eatonfire. Thank you for your continued support of La Salle and one another.
Local Resources and Support
211LA - Temporary AirBnB Housing for those displaced by the fires: https://211la.org/
LA County Fire Website - Latest information regarding evacuation areas, emergency text notifications, available shelters, and other resources: https://lacounty.gov/emergency/
Watch Duty Fire App - Real-time updates and notifications regarding evacuations and other important information: https://www.watchduty.org/
ABC7-LA Fire Resources Page - https://abc7.com/post/socal-wildfires-where-palisades-eaton-hurst-sunset-fire-victims-can-get-help/15780705/
Free Mental Health Services - List of free individual and family therapy services for anyone affected by the wildfires, offering both virtual and in-person options: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10wW92iihuOtqK-qNKiH1t1xUZyZTWjpnRsr680Q-VV4/edit?usp=sharing
- Uber and Lyft - are offering free rides to shelters and evacuation sites:
Lyft: Two free rides up to $25 each. Use code: CAFIRERELIEF25.
Uber: Two free rides up to $40 each. Use code: WILDFIRE25.
FEMA Disaster Response Resources: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4856
LA County Eaton Fire Damage Map: https://recovery.lacounty.gov/eaton-fire/
Eaton Fire Update #7 - January 13, 2025
La Salle Eaton Fire Response Daily Update - January 13, 2025
Dear La Salle Community - We hope and pray that you continue to remain safe and well during this trying time. As we progress through this difficult time together, we will be sending daily updates to our La Salle community via email to ensure you are informed about the latest information regarding our school operations and community well-being.
Lancer Support Drive Update
To date, we are aware that over 100 alumni and current families have lost their homes to the wildfires, with even more displaced due to evacuation orders. Today, we held our first donation and essentials pickup through our Lancer Support Drive, and the response was overwhelming! We continue to remain grateful for the community’s unwavering support. Please know that the Lancer Support Drive is open to anyone in the local community who has been affected or impacted by any of the wildfires in the region. In the spirit of our mission, our doors remain open to anyone in need. Please share this link/PDF flyer with anyone you know who may benefit from our support drive.
Lancer Support Drive Hours and Location: Monday, January 13th to Friday, January 17th, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Essentials can be picked up in the Dining Hall. Please enter the Lower Parking Lot through the gates off Michillinda Ave.
Our faculty and staff will operate the Lancer Support Drive. We do not require external volunteers at this time and ask that community members who would like to support our efforts, please join the local service opportunities detailed below.
Textbooks: Families who need their textbooks replaced due to the fires may complete this JotForm. La Salle will ensure that books are ordered for students as soon as possible.
Daily Hot Meals: Throughout the week, we will also have hot meals available in the Dining Hall for families and community members in need from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM daily. We are so appreciative of Sierra Madre Pizza Company, El Portal, Nothing Bundt Cake, Hummus Lab, World Central Kitchen, and parent/family volunteers for supporting our hot meals this week! If you or an organization are interested in supporting our daily hot meals for families in need, please reach out to firesupport@lasallehs.org or visit the Track-It Forward parent website.
School Counselors, Art Therapy, and Prayer Stations: From 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, our school counselors will be available for current students who need support throughout the week. The La Salle Art Department has also set up an art station for families to partake in. We will also have a prayer section in the Dining Hall for our community to gather in fellowship and prayer.
Student Fellowship Opportunity: Due to the community’s overwhelming response, students who would like to engage in fellowship and share a meal, courtesy of one of our food truck vendors, with one another are welcome to do so during our Lancer Support Drive hours from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Please note that the campus is closed outside of these hours and students will be asked to remain in the Dining Hall, Atrium or Amphitheater. We encourage students who are sensitive to air quality to wear a mask. We have masks available in the Dining Hall.
Therapy Puppies: On Thursday, January 16, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, there will be therapy puppies on campus in the atrium for the community to play with and unwind.
Essential Goods Needed: As of today, January 13th, our hearts are filled to see the community stop by to get what they need. While we were at maximum capacity earlier today, we received an influx of families stopping by toward the end of the day, and we are no longer at capacity. We ask for your continued support and donations of the below items for our Lancer Support Drive.
Donation Items Needed and Items Available For Pick-Up
- Bedding and pillows- including pillowcases
- Non-Perishable Snacks & Bottled Water
- Toiletries - Toothbrush & Toothpaste, Shampoo & Conditioner, Body Wash, Deodorant, Hairbrush, Body lotion, Hand sanitizer, Facial tissues, Sanitary napkins, Feminine Hygiene Products, Small Face Cloth
- Socks/Undergarments
- N95 Masks
- Portable chargers/Battery Packs
- Flashlights
- Gift Cards - Visa Gift Card, Gas Cards, Target, Home Depot, Walmart, Kohl’s, Marshalls and Ross, Grocery Stores
- School Supplies - Backpacks, Pencil pouch, Notebooks, Pencil, Pens, Highlighters, Folders, Paper, Graphing calculators
- Used school uniforms
Uniform Pick-Up
School uniform items will be available for pickup in the Dining Hall from Monday, January 13, to Friday, January 17, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM to allow any families affected by the fire to pick up items at no charge.
As we recover from the Eaton Fire, we understand that acquiring uniforms and other items will take time. We will not be enforcing school uniform rules and ask for students to dress in clothing resembling school uniforms as closely as possible. School uniform rules will be enforced no earlier than March.
School Operations Update
La Salle will remain closed for instruction for the upcoming week through Friday, January 17th, with school operations resuming on Tuesday, January 21st, at the earliest.
Our Administration Team is actively preparing for our return to school next week and will be providing additional details later this week. Our main goal is the safety and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff.
Athletic Updates: We hope this message finds you and your family safe and well. In light of the recent Eaton Canyon Fire, our community has faced significant challenges, including compromised air quality due to lingering smoke and pollutants. As we prioritize the health and safety of our students, particularly those participating in outdoor sports venues, we want to inform you of the measures we are implementing for the week of 1/13. Please click here for a full update from the Athletic Department.
Local Service Opportunities
The devastation caused by the Eaton Fire has strained local community groups and organizations working around the clock to support those who have lost homes or have been displaced due to evacuation orders. With La Salle’s campus serving as a hub for our Lancer Support Drive this week and in the spirit of our mission and Catholic Schools Week happening later this month, we’d like to encourage members of our school community (who are able to do so) to volunteer and serve local groups and non-profit organizations in need of support:
Community Support Efforts
Please consider supporting our Lancer Support Fund if you are able to do so. These funds will be distributed to current La Salle students and families who have lost their homes during this disaster. Donations to the Lancer Support Fund are tax deductible as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization gift to La Salle.
If you haven’t already done so and were either impacted by the fires or would like to provide assistance to those who have been, please complete our La Salle Fire Assistance Form.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us directly at firesupport@lasallehs.org. All updates will also be posted to a dedicated page on our website at http://lasallehs.org/eatonfire. Thank you for your continued support of La Salle and one another.
Local Resources and Support
- 211LA - Temporary AirBnB Housing for those displaced by the fires: https://211la.org/
- LA County Fire Website - Latest information regarding evacuation areas, emergency text notifications, available shelters, and other resources: https://lacounty.gov/emergency/
- Watch Duty Fire App - Real-time updates and notifications regarding evacuations and other important information: https://www.watchduty.org/
- ABC7-LA Fire Resources Page - https://abc7.com/post/socal-wildfires-where-palisades-eaton-hurst-sunset-fire-victims-can-get-help/15780705/
- Free Mental Health Services - List of free individual and family therapy services for anyone affected by the wildfires, offering both virtual and in-person options: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10wW92iihuOtqK-qNKiH1t1xUZyZTWjpnRsr680Q-VV4/edit?usp=sharing
- Uber and Lyft - are offering free rides to shelters and evacuation sites:
- Lyft: Two free rides up to $25 each. Use code: CAFIRERELIEF25.
- Uber: Two free rides up to $40 each. Use code: WILDFIRE25.
- FEMA Disaster Response Resources: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4856
Eaton Fire Update #6 - January 12, 2025
Dear La Salle Community,
We hope and pray that you continue to remain safe and well during this trying time. As we progress through this difficult time together, we will be sending daily updates to our La Salle community via email to ensure you are informed about the latest information regarding our school operations and community well-being.
Lancer Support Drive Update
On behalf of our entire school community, we’d like to express my thanks and appreciation for the unbelievable outpouring of support we received today for our Lancer Support Drive! Hundreds of individuals and families stopped by to lend their support and donate essential items to families who have lost their homes or have been displaced due to the Eaton fire. It has been so heartwarming to see the love and compassion demonstrated and shared today!
Monday, January 13th to Friday, January 17th: Throughout the upcoming week, the Dining Hall and Lower Parking Lot will be open from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM daily for donation pick-up and drop-off for families. Please enter the Lower Parking Lot through the gates off Michillinda Ave. Any members of the community (La Salle families, alumni, friends, and neighbors) who have lost their homes or have been displaced by any of the Los Angeles fires are welcome to campus to pick up essentials that have been graciously donated by our community.
Our faculty and staff will operate the Lancer Support Drive. We do not require external volunteers at this time and ask that community members who would like to support our efforts, please join the local service opportunities detailed below.
Note that for families in need of textbooks and other school-related items, we will be sharing a request form later in the week to ensure all students have the items needed to return to learning.
Daily Hot Meals: Throughout the week, we will also have hot meals available in the Dining Hall for families and community members in need from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM daily. We are so appreciative of Sierra Madre Pizza Company, El Portal and parent/family volunteers for supporting our hot meals this week! If you or an organization are interested in supporting our daily hot meals for families in need, please reach out to firesupport@lasallehs.org or visit the Track-It Forward parent website.
School Counselors, Art Therapy, and Prayer Stations: From 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, our school counselors will be available for current students who need support throughout the week. The La Salle Art Department has also set up an art station for families to partake in. We will also have a prayer section in the Dining Hall for our community to gather in fellowship and prayer.
Essential Goods Needed: As of today, we are still welcoming donations throughout the week. Please note that we are limited in space, and only the items listed below can be accepted for our Lancer Support Drive.
Our current priority, based on the feedback received from families who have lost their homes, is gift cards, hot food donations, backpacks, portable chargers, batteries, and school supplies.
We ask that all items must be new, with the exception of used La Salle uniforms:
Bedding and pillows- including pillow cases
Non-Perishable Snacks & Bottled Water
- Toiletries
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Shampoo & conditioner
Body Wash
Deodorant
Hairbrush
Body lotion
Hand sanitizer
Facial tissues
Sanitary napkins
Feminine hygiene products
Small face cloth
Socks/Undergarments
N95 Masks
Portable chargers/Battery Packs
Flashlights
- Gift Cards - Suggested at $20 value per gift card
Visa Gift Card
Gas Cards
Target, Home Depot, Walmart, Kohl’s
Marshalls and Ross
Grocery Stores
- School Supplies
Backpacks
Pencil pouch
Notebooks
Pencils
Pens
Highlighters
Folders
Paper
Graphing calculators
Used school uniforms
Uniform Pick-Up
School uniform items will be available for pickup in the Dining Hall from Monday, January 13, to Friday, January 17, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM to allow any families affected by the fire to pick up items at no charge.
As we recover from the Eaton Fire, we understand that acquiring uniforms and other items will take time. We will not be enforcing school uniform rules and ask for students to dress in clothing resembling school uniforms as closely as possible. School uniform rules will be enforced no earlier than March.
School Operations Update
La Salle will remain closed for instruction for the upcoming week through Friday, January 17th, with school operations resuming on Tuesday, January 21st, at the earliest.
La Salle’s faculty and staff who are able to return to campus will be assisting with our Lancer Support Drive and preparing the campus for reopening on Tuesday, January 21st. Additional updates regarding La Salle’s campus reopening will be shared in the coming week.
Local Service Opportunities
The devastation caused by the Eaton Fire has strained local community groups and organizations working around the clock to support those who have lost homes or have been displaced due to evacuation orders. With La Salle’s campus serving as a hub for our Lancer Support Drive this week and in the spirit of our mission and Catholic Schools Week happening later this month, we’d like to encourage members of our school community (who are able to do so) to volunteer and serve local groups and non-profit organizations in need of support:
Community Support Efforts
Please consider supporting our Lancer Support Fund if you are able to do so. These funds will be distributed to current La Salle students and families who have lost their homes during this disaster. Donations to the Lancer Support Fund are tax deductible as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization gift to La Salle.
If you haven’t already done so and were either impacted by the fires or would like to provide assistance to those who have been, please complete our La Salle Fire Assistance Form.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us directly at firesupport@lasallehs.org. All updates will also be posted to a dedicated page on our website at http://lasallehs.org/eatonfire. Thank you for your continued support of La Salle and one another.
Local Resources and Support
211LA - Temporary AirBnB Housing for those displaced by the fires: https://211la.org/
LA County Fire Website - Latest information regarding evacuation areas, emergency text notifications, available shelters, and other resources: https://lacounty.gov/emergency/
Watch Duty Fire App - Real-time updates and notifications regarding evacuations and other important information: https://www.watchduty.org/
ABC7-LA Fire Resources Page - https://abc7.com/post/socal-wildfires-where-palisades-eaton-hurst-sunset-fire-victims-can-get-help/15780705/
Free Mental Health Services - List of free individual and family therapy services for anyone affected by the wildfires, offering both virtual and in-person options: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10wW92iihuOtqK-qNKiH1t1xUZyZTWjpnRsr680Q-VV4/edit?usp=sharing
- Uber and Lyft - are offering free rides to shelters and evacuation sites:
Lyft: Two free rides up to $25 each. Use code: CAFIRERELIEF25.
Uber: Two free rides up to $40 each. Use code: WILDFIRE25.
FEMA Disaster Response Resources: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4856
Eaton Fire Update #5 - January 11, 2025
Message from the President’s Office - January 11, 2025
Dear La Salle Community,
We hope and pray that you continue to remain safe and well during this trying time. As we progress through this difficult time together, we will be sending daily updates to our La Salle community via email to ensure you are informed about the latest information regarding our school operations and community well-being.
Lancer Support Drive Update
The Lancer Support Drive will serve as a central hub for supporting current La Salle families, La Salle alumni, and local neighbors who have lost their homes or have been displaced by the wildfires impacting our community.
Sunday, January 12th: On Sunday, January 12th, we will begin collecting essential goods for our Lancer Support Drive for families impacted by the fires from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Lower Parking Lot and Dining Hall.
Our faculty and staff will operate the Support Drive. We do not require external volunteers at this time and ask that community members who would like to support our efforts to please join the local service opportunities detailed below.
Here is a compiled list of items for families impacted by the fires. Please note that we are limited in space, and only the items listed below can be accepted for our Lancer Support Drive.
We ask that all items must be new, with the exception of used La Salle uniforms:
Bedding and pillows
Non-Perishable Snacks & Bottled Water
- Toiletries:
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Shampoo & conditioner
Body Wash
Deodorant
Hairbrush
Body lotion
Hand sanitizer
Facial tissues
Sanitary napkins
Feminine hygiene products
Small face cloth
Socks/Undergarments
N95 Masks
Portable chargers/Battery Packs
Flashlights
- Gift Cards - Suggested at $20 value per gift card:
Visa Gift Card
Gas Cards
Target, Home Depot, Walmart, Kohl’s
Marshalls and Ross
Grocery Stores
- School Supplies:
Backpacks
Pencil pouch
Notebooks
Pencils
Pens
Highlighters
Folders
Paper
Graphing calculators
Used school uniforms
Monday, January 13th to Friday, January 17th: Throughout the upcoming week, the Dining Hall and Lower Parking Lot will be open from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM daily for donation pick-up and drop-off for families.
Note that for families in need of textbooks and other school-related items, we will be sharing a request form later in the week to ensure all students have the items needed to return to learning.
Armory for Uniform Pick-Up
The armory will be open tomorrow, Sunday, January 12, to Friday, January 17, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm to allow any families affected by the fire to pick up uniform items at no charge.
As we recover from the Eaton Fire, we understand that acquiring uniforms and other items will take time. We will not be enforcing school uniform rules and ask for students to dress in clothing resembling school uniforms as closely as possible. School uniform rules will be enforced no earlier than March.
School Operations Update
La Salle will remain closed for instruction for the upcoming week through Friday, January 17th, with school operations resuming on Tuesday, January 21st, at the earliest.
La Salle’s faculty and staff who are able to return to campus will be assisting with our Lancer Support Drive and preparing the campus for reopening on Tuesday, January 21st. Additional updates regarding La Salle’s campus reopening will be shared in the coming week.
Local Service Opportunities
The devastation caused by the Eaton Fire has strained local community groups and organizations working around the clock to support those who have lost homes or have been displaced due to evacuation orders. With La Salle’s campus serving as a hub for our Lancer Support Drive this week and in the spirit of our mission and Catholic Schools Week happening later this month, we’d like to encourage members of our school community (who are able to do so) to volunteer and serve local groups and non-profit organizations in need of support:
Community Support Efforts
As of today, we have raised over $15,000 for our Lancer Support Fund! These funds will be distributed to current La Salle students and families who have lost their homes during this disaster. Please consider supporting our Lancer Support Fund if you are able to do so. Donations to the Lancer Support Fund are tax deductible as a 501(c)3 charitable organization gift to La Salle.
If you haven’t already done so and were either impacted by the fires or would like to provide assistance to those who have been, please complete our La Salle Fire Assistance Form.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us directly at firesupport@lasallehs.org. All updates will also be posted to a dedicated page on our website at http://lasallehs.org/eatonfire. Thank you for your continued support of La Salle and one another.
Sincerely,
Perry Martin, M.Ed.
School President
Local Resources and Support
211LA - Temporary AirBnB Housing for those displaced by the fires: https://211la.org/
LA County Fire Website - Latest information regarding evacuation areas, emergency text notifications, available shelters, and other resources: https://lacounty.gov/emergency/
Watch Duty Fire App - Real-time updates and notifications regarding evacuations and other important information: https://www.watchduty.org/
ABC7-LA Fire Resources Page - https://abc7.com/post/socal-wildfires-where-palisades-eaton-hurst-sunset-fire-victims-can-get-help/15780705/
Free Mental Health Services - List of free individual and family therapy services for anyone affected by the wildfires, offering both virtual and in-person options: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10wW92iihuOtqK-qNKiH1t1xUZyZTWjpnRsr680Q-VV4/edit?usp=sharing
- Uber and Lyft - are offering free rides to shelters and evacuation sites:
- Lyft: Two free rides up to $25 each. Use code: CAFIRERELIEF25.
- Uber: Two free rides up to $40 each. Use code: WILDFIRE25.
Eaton Fire Update #4 - January 10, 2025
Message from the President’s Office - January 10, 2025
Dear La Salle Community,
We hope and pray that you continue to remain safe and well during this trying time. As we progress through this difficult time together, we will be sending daily updates to our La Salle community via email to ensure you are informed about the latest information regarding our school operations and community well-being.
School Operations Update
La Salle remains in a fire warning zone, with surrounding areas under a mandatory evacuation. The air quality surrounding the school is also at an unhealthy rating and is having direct adverse impacts on those outside and even inside the school building. In addition, many families are currently displaced due to mandatory evacuation orders, with even more residing in evacuation warning areas. High winds and adverse weather conditions are also forecasted next week.
Due to these conditions, La Salle will remain closed for the upcoming week through Friday, January 17th, with school operations resuming on Tuesday, January 21st, at the earliest.
Community Support Efforts
Thank you again to all those who have completed our La Salle Fire Assistance Form. Based on the responses to this form, we will be hosting a Lancer Support Drive to collect essential goods and supplies, such as toiletries, non-perishable food, bedding, and clothing for those impacted by the wildfires. We are planning to begin collection of these goods at the Dining Hall on Sunday, January 12th, with distribution and continuous collection happening throughout the week. More details regarding specific goods needed, daily drop-off and pick-up hours, and volunteer sign-up will be shared tomorrow. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support of fellow Lancers in need.
As of today, I am also glad to announce that we have raised over $7,000 for our Lancer Support Fund! These funds will be distributed to those who have lost their homes during this disaster. Please consider supporting our Lancer Support Fund if you are able to do so.
If you haven’t already done so and were either impacted by the fires or would like to provide assistance to those who have been, please complete our La Salle Fire Assistance Form.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us directly at firesupport@lasallehs.org. All updates will also be posted to a dedicated page on our website at http://lasallehs.org/eatonfire. Thank you for your continued support of La Salle and one another.
Sincerely,
Perry Martin, M.Ed.
School President
Local Resources and Support
211LA - Temporary AirBnB Housing for those displaced by the fires: https://211la.org/
LA County Fire Website - Latest information regarding evacuation areas, emergency text notifications, available shelters, and other resources: https://lacounty.gov/emergency/
Watch Duty Fire App - Real-time updates and notifications regarding evacuations and other important information: https://www.watchduty.org/
ABC7-LA Fire Resources Page: https://abc7.com/post/socal-wildfires-where-palisades-eaton-hurst-sunset-fire-victims-can-get-help/15780705/
Free Mental Health Services - List of free individual and family therapy services for anyone affected by the wildfires, offering both virtual and in-person options: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10wW92iihuOtqK-qNKiH1t1xUZyZTWjpnRsr680Q-VV4/edit?usp=sharing
Eaton Fire Update #3 - January 9, 2025
Message from the President’s Office - January 9, 2025
Dear La Salle Community,
We hope and pray that you continue to remain safe and well during this trying time. As we progress through this difficult time together, we will be sending daily updates to our La Salle community via email to ensure you are informed about the latest information regarding our school operations and community well-being.
Fire Impact on Lancer Families
Foremost, thank you to all those who completed our La Salle Fire Assistance Form as we worked to gather as much information as possible regarding the families who were directly impacted by the ongoing fires, as well as those who are able to support those in need. Unfortunately, we are very saddened to report that several La Salle families lost their homes due to the Eaton Fire, with many more displaced due to the current hazardous conditions and mandatory evacuations. Please know that we are praying for you and that the La Salle College Preparatory community stands ready to support you during this unimaginable time.
Our administration team is actively reaching out to those who offered their homes and matching them with families who need immediate shelter. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to those opening their homes and hearts to fellow Lancers in need. Our immediate priority is ensuring that those who need shelter and safety are provided with support first.
We have also established an official donation page that will help families impacted by the fires. If you are able, we invite you to make a gift to the Lancer Support Fund to help support those in need. Additionally, we are working on a uniform and textbook support program for those who lost their homes and belongings. Due to extremely hazardous conditions at and surrounding our campus, we are not able to host a donation drive at this time but would like to do so when it is safe to hold one in the future.
If you haven’t already done so and were either impacted by the fires or would like to provide assistance to those who have been, please complete our La Salle Fire Assistance Form.
School Operations Update
La Salle is currently located in a fire warning zone, with surrounding areas under a mandatory evacuation. The air quality surrounding the school is also at an unhealthy rating and is having direct adverse impacts on those outside and even inside the school building.
Due to these conditions, all school and campus activities and instruction, including on and off-campus athletics, will continue to be suspended this week. As of today, due to the active ongoing fire threat, worsening environmental conditions, and significant community impact, La Salle will remain closed on Monday, January 13th. We will continue to assess the situation and remain in contact with local authorities as we work to determine if it is safe to open campus. We will provide you with daily updates to ensure you are informed of any changes to our plans.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us directly at firesupport@lasallehs.org. All updates will also be posted to a dedicated page on our website at http://lasallehs.org/eatonfire. Thank you for your continued support of La Salle and one another.
Sincerely,
Perry Martin, M.Ed.
School President
Local Resources and Support
211LA - Temporary AirBnB Housing for those displaced by the fires: https://211la.org/
LA County Fire Website - Latest information regarding evacuation areas, emergency text notifications, available shelters, and other resources: https://lacounty.gov/emergency/
Watch Duty Fire App - Real-time updates and notifications regarding evacuations and other important information: https://www.watchduty.org/
ABC7-LA Fire Resources Page: https://abc7.com/post/socal-wildfires-where-palisades-eaton-hurst-sunset-fire-victims-can-get-help/15780705/
Eaton Fire Update #2 - January 8, 2025
Message from the President’s Office - January 8, 2025
Dear La Salle Community,
Today, we continue to pray for all those impacted by the Eaton Canyon Fire and other wildfires raging across the region. As the sun rose this morning, we quickly recognized the devastation caused by these fires, especially in the areas immediately surrounding La Salle. While we are grateful that our campus remained safe and unharmed throughout the evening, the same cannot be said for many members of our community who suffered the tremendous loss of their homes overnight and into today. Please keep these families in your prayers as they navigate this unimaginable loss. Below, I’d like to share a few updates with you as we learn more about this ongoing situation. All updates will also be posted to a dedicated page on our website at http://lasallehs.org/eatonfire.
Community Assistance Form and School Operations
Please know that the safety and well-being of our entire school community is our top priority. As mentioned in our previous message, all school and campus activities, including on and off-campus athletics and our faculty/staff retreat on January 10th, have been suspended until further notice.
As of today, January 8th, we are planning to open the school on Monday, January 13th, for students who need to be dropped off due to parent/guardian work obligations. However, classes will be postponed till Tuesday, January 14th, at the earliest, pending safe air/environmental ratings. Please know that our school attendance policies will not be in effect and that families should only bring students to school if it is safe to do so and are able to. At this time, our highest priority is ensuring that our current families, faculty, staff, and the greater community are safe and can devote any resources necessary to secure their well-being and care for themselves, loved ones, and neighbors.
In the spirit of our school mission, we’d like to gather information regarding 1) those who have been directly impacted by the wildfires and 2) if you are able to provide assistance to those who have been directly impacted. If you were impacted by the fires or can provide assistance to those who are impacted, please complete the below form:
Click here to complete our La Salle Fire Assistance Form.
Local Resources and Support
Please know that there are resources available through local, county, and state authorities for those who have been impacted by the wildfires as well:
211LA - Temporary AirBnB Housing for those displaced by the fires: https://211la.org/
LA County Fire Website - Latest information regarding evacuation areas, emergency text notifications, available shelters, and other resources: https://lacounty.gov/emergency/
Watch Duty Fire App - Real-time updates and notifications regarding evacuations and other important information: https://www.watchduty.org/
Please know that the La Salle College Preparatory community is here for all those impacted by these devastating fires. We continue to pray for all those suffering tragic loss and for our brave first responders battling these fires and serving our community. Together, we will get through this tragedy and support those in our community most in need. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us directly at firesupport@lasallehs.org. Thank you for your continued support of La Salle and one another.
Sincerely,
Perry Martin, M.Ed.
School President
Eaton Fire Update #1 - January 7, 2025
Message from the President’s Office - January 7, 2025
Dear La Salle Community,
I hope this message finds you safe and well as we enter the New Year. As many of you may be aware, the Eaton Canyon Fire is in close proximity to the area surrounding La Salle College Preparatory. All school activities and programming have been suspended until further notice, and the campus is currently closed. Please know that we are closely monitoring this situation and will provide any school-related updates as they become available.
For those residing in the areas surrounding La Salle, we ask that you please continue to stay updated on any evacuation orders from local authorities. We also ask that you please keep those impacted by the fires, along with first responders, in your prayers.
Thank you for your continued support of La Salle and our school community.
Sincerely,
Perry Martin, M.Ed.
School President
Resources
La Salle Fire Assistance Form
If you and your family have been affected by the wildfires OR are able to assist those who have been affected, please click here to fill out the form.
Lancer Support Fund
In the spirit of our mission and founder, we have created the Lancer Support Fund to help support families in our community who have been severely impacted by the wildfires.
Thank you for your generosity and know that your gift makes a meaningful difference. Your belief in our mission inspires us to continue fostering a spirit of care and community.
Please click here to make a gift to the Lancer Support Fund.
Local Resources
Please know that there are resources available through local, county, and state authorities for those who have been impacted by the wildfires as well
211LA - Temporary AirBnB Housing for those displaced by the fires: https://211la.org/
LA County Fire Website - Latest information regarding evacuation areas, emergency text notifications, available shelters, and other resources: https://lacounty.gov/emergency/
Watch Duty Fire App - Real-time updates and notifications regarding evacuations and other important information: https://www.watchduty.org/
ABC7-LA Fire Resources Page - https://abc7.com/post/socal-wildfires-where-palisades-eaton-hurst-sunset-fire-victims-can-get-help/15780705/
Free Mental Health Services - List of free individual and family therapy services for anyone affected by the wildfires, offering both virtual and in-person options: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10wW92iihuOtqK-qNKiH1t1xUZyZTWjpnRsr680Q-VV4/edit?usp=sharing
- Uber and Lyft - are offering free rides to shelters and evacuation sites:
Lyft: Two free rides up to $25 each. Use code: CAFIRERELIEF25.
Uber: Two free rides up to $40 each. Use code: WILDFIRE25.
FEMA Disaster Response Resources: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4856
Local Service Opportunities
The devastation caused by the Eaton Fire has strained local community groups and organizations working around the clock to support those who have lost homes or have been displaced due to evacuation orders. With La Salle’s campus serving as a hub for our Lancer Support Drive this week and in the spirit of our mission and Catholic Schools Week happening later this month, we’d like to encourage members of our school community (who are able to do so) to volunteer and serve local groups and non-profit organizations in need of support:
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