Christopher Ford – Quality, culture and charism

In the article Fr. Christopher Ford investigates the theme of “culture of education” in Catholic schools, and shows how the charism of Don Bosco impacts teachers and students alike. 

Contents:

• Climate or Culture
• Intangible and Tangible Aspects of School Culture
• Religious Dimension and Catholic School Culture
• Challenges facing Catholic Schools
• Charism
• Experience of the Founder: Don Bosco
• Option for the Young, especially the Poorer Ones
• Founding Beliefs and Values Education
• “Presence”
• Conclusion

Reference time period: 1971 – 1994

Reference institution:
Institute of Salesian Studies