Altruismo
House color: Black
“Altruismo” is Portuguese for “altruism — or, as this House likes to put it, “the givers.” Altruismo Sharks are known for their kindness, generosity, and purity of heart.
Heart
The heart sits at the top of the crest because the heart is where kindness, generosity, and purity are born.
Diamond & Shield
The diamond on the shield represents the importance of protecting others with unity and wisdom.
Griffin
With the head of an eagle and the courage of a lion, the griffin is one of the most powerful of all animals — known for both strength and grace, fierceness and nurturing.
Black
The color black represents prestige and an elite quality, just like our kids. We are a House filled with talent, and we like to win. Black is also the one color that contains all other colors — representing our goal of empowering all others.