Volunteers play a vital role in Queensland’s Catholic schools

17 January 2022

From the tuckshop to the reading group to the school board, volunteers play a vital role in Queensland’s Catholic schools.

Karl McKenzie has been involved in his local Catholic school community for many years and in a variety of ways. His contribution was recognised in 2021 with a Spirit of Catholic Education Award.

Karl is currently the Chair of the Ryan Catholic College Indigenous Education Advisory Committee. Karl supports the spirituality of the College from Indigenous and Catholic perspectives. He plays a role in the wider Church context and participates actively in the Ministerial Region of the Good Shepherd Worshipping Community and lives the Gospel values of compassion and respect for all.

Karl fosters leadership in both Advisory Committee members but has played a role in ensuring the student voice sits around the table and their voice is heard. Karl works closely with the College Indigenous Education Team and plays a leading role in the Boys Yarning Circle.

Find out more about Karl and his involvement with Catholic education in the video here.

If you would like to find a Catholic school in Queensland near you, visit the QCEC school directory here.