Addresses the changing nature of Catholic schools, emphasizing, however, the core beliefs of Catholicism that have remained the same throughout. Focuses on the implementation by Catholic schools of three goals: enthusiasm, invitation, and witness of Catholicism. (YKH)

Reports that St. Francis Central Catholic School (West Virginia) has been building a full-time counseling program for the last eight years. Stresses the importance of academic, developmental, emotional, and moral guidance for all students, noting that success has more to do with emotional well-being than intelligence. (NB)

Describes a new program entitled Faith in the City created to strengthen and enhance every aspect of Catholic elementary education in Washington's center city, and to find ways to help the schools grow by working together. (YKH)