Altruismo traces its origins to the rainforests of the Amazon, where a group of powerful Brazilians were given the name because of its Portuguese meaning: “the Givers.”
This special group is known for striking a balance between bold strength and altruistic giving—a team that understands true power comes not from looking out for oneself, but from empowering others. They care deeply about lifting others up, while also maintaining a fiercely competitive spirit and strong sense of pride. Historically, the House has been known for its smart, driven students, and Altruismo has produced more valedictorians per class than any other House to this day. Its members are highly involved in every club, committee, and activity a school has to offer.
As a result, Altruismo takes great pride in being a cultivator of real leadership and instills a powerful spirit within new members—encouraging them to grow into, and live up to, its enduring legacy.
Official Hand Signal
THE QUIVERING SNAKE & THE DIAMOND
Altruismo
House Facts
Symbolic Animal
The Snake
Language
Portuguese
Heritage
Brazil
First Student Leader
Tasleem Wilson
First Staff Leader
Kim Bearden
Sister House
Sollevare
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@houseofaltruismo
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, 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.
Black is also the one color that contains all other colors – representing our goal of empowering all others.
Altruismo's Original House Cheer
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ALTRUISMO CHEER A-L-T-R-U-I-S-M-O
Altruismo, do you know what that means?
We got our own house, we got our own sign - Work hard, give hard we the best house (x4) If you with us stand up!