There are two new mascots in town, and you’re going to hear them roar

Why are most mascots male-presenting? That’s a question that Principal Jim Hebeisen and Hopkins Transition Plus graduate and designer Mia Carter explored and eventually led to the creation of two new mascots, one male-presenting and one female-presenting. In this episode of Inside Hopkins, our guests tell the story of these beautiful lions and how they are connected to Hopkins’ commitment to inclusivity and Vision 2031. Funded by a Hopkins Education Foundation grant and thoughtfully crafted, Carter shares the inspiration, symbolism, and careful design choices that shaped these mascots and explains why she believes they will make a meaningful impact on the Hopkins school community.