Giren was instructed to go with the other new students to be sorted into a house.
Of the houses there was Eagle, most of the Goody two shoes types were in this house, The Eagle house was known for their bravery and nobility, most school rivalries were between the Eagles and Wolves, the Wolves being cunning, loyal (to each other at least, but not so accepting of outsiders), and fierce, the Elephants were tough and wise, most of the teachers were Elephant house, the kind of people who rarely show off and use their skills for more practical means, you'll rarely see one in a fight, same for the friendly and social Dolphins, Dolphins are compassionate and trustworthy, more than likely to go into the Medical field, working with animals, or helping people in the occupational world outside of school.
Eventually though everyone was directed to the cafeteria where the headmaster was to give the opening speech.