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"The House of Givers"
"The House of Givers"
Originating from the Amazon, the name Altruismo, meaning "Givers", was given to a powerful group of Brazilians. Members of House Altruismo look out for not only themselves but others as well. Students in the House of Givers are smart, driven, and take pride in showing leadership.
Language: Portuguese
Heritage: Brazil
Symbolic Animal: The Snake
Sister House: Sollevare
First House Leader: Leah Jacobson
Crest Meanings
Crest Meanings
The Heart
The heart sits at the top of the crest because the heart is where kindness, generosity, and purity are born.
Diamond and Shield
The diamond on the shield, in the center of the crest, represents the importance of protecting others with unity and wisdom.
Giver
Altruismo is Portuguese for “altruism” or “the givers” - and that is what we are known for being.
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.
Hand Signal
The Quivering Snake
Altruismo House Cheer
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