Sitting at the very top of Altruismo's crest, this organ represents the origin point where kindness, generosity, and purity are born.
The Heart
Derived from Spanish, this single word is both the name and core cultural value of Amistad.
Friendship
Tracing its ancestral heritage directly to South Africa, this language serves as the official house language of Isibindi.
Zulu
Leader of Altruismo
Chrissy
Anchoring the center of Isibindi's crest, this pride-living predator is revered around the world for its strength and dedication to family.
The Lion
Isibindi embraces a culture akin to a pride of African lions, where this group concept means everything.
Family
Reflecting its heritage origin in Mexico, this European language is spoken as the official house language of Amistad.
Spanish
Leader of Isibindi
Green
On Rêveur's crest, this celestial symbol represents new beginnings and brings out the spirit of the wolf when it appears.
Crescent Moon
Reflecting their intense academic drive and involvement, Altruismo historically holds the record for producing the most of these top-ranked graduates per class.
Valedictorians
Altruismo traces its official foundation and house language back to these two South American and European nations.
Brazil and Portugal
Known for his legendary enthusiasm and classroom rules, this co-founder of the Ron Clark Academy helped establish the house system to build community among all students.
Ron Clark
Located at the center of Altruismo's shield, this gem symbolizes the importance of protecting others with unity and wisdom.
Diamond
Rêveur’s forward-facing knight's helmet inspires members to chase their dreams and let this happen on their path.
letting nothing stand in your way
In addition to forming a diamond, members of Altruismo use this motion-based gesture as part of their official house hand signal.
Quivering Snake
Leader of Amistad
Jillayne
This mythical creature on Rêveur’s crest possesses magical powers of healing, beauty, and freedom, sitting alongside the knight’s helmet.
The Unicorn
Whether empowering others through selfless giving in Altruismo or helping quiet students speak volumes in Isibindi, both houses share a core cultural goal of transforming incoming members into these.
Leaders
Known for its wild abandon and unyielding freedom, this predatory animal serves as the foundational symbolic animal of Rêveur.
The Wolf
Leader of Reveur
Shauna