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Don Bosco Kalvisolai Organises Leadership Retreat for Salesian School Heads

26 October 2026

Education School,

News reported by: SAVARINATHAN John Britto [INM]

Don Bosco Kalvisolai organised a two-day leadership retreat for Headmasters and Principals of Don Bosco schools across Tamil Nadu at Joe Beach Resorts. The retreat focused on leadership development, self-awareness and personal growth.

The retreat featured interactive, activity-based sessions designed to strengthen leadership competencies, encourage reflective practice, and equip school leaders to address evolving challenges in educational administration.

Fr. John Alexander, Vice-Provincial of the Salesian Province of Chennai, led a session on self-awareness, guiding participants through reflective exercises to help them understand their leadership styles, recognise their strengths and identify areas for personal development.

Fr. Maria Arokiam Kanaga, former Regional Superior of South Asia, addressed the themes of a culture of reason and vocational animation. He highlighted reasoned decision-making and the importance of fostering a supportive educational environment that promotes the holistic development of students and staff.

Mrs Maalathi of Auuro Educational Services conducted an engaging workshop on developing a growth mindset. The session equipped participants with practical strategies to cultivate resilience, embrace challenges and foster positive professional and personal development.

The activity-based format encouraged active participation, peer learning and collaboration among the school leaders. The retreat provided a platform to share experiences, reflect on leadership practices, and explore ways to strengthen the quality of Salesian education in Tamil Nadu, reinforcing the value of continuous leadership development.