Kairos Community College Caloundra

Our Year 10 Cert II in Volunteering Students are running a Bunnings Sausage Sizzle today at the Caloundra Bunnings!

Head down, say hello to our team, and grab a sausage and drink to show your support. As a fee-free school, every dollar raised helps us continue supporting our young people - from providing daily breakfast and lunch and running our free school buses to remove transport barriers, to delivering extracurricular programs and expanding our campuses.

Come grab lunch with us today and help make a difference!

Mark your calendars! Nurture Festival returns to the Mooloolaba Foreshore on Saturday, 5 September 2026, running from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Now in its fifth year, this free, family-friendly event brings young people aged 10 to 16 together for a day centred on youth mental wellness, creativity, and community connection. The lineup includes live music, beach obstacle courses, inspiring youth panel discussions, and hands-on community stalls right along the foreshore.

Secure your free tickets today through Humanitix or learn more at nurturefestival.com.au.

Can you support our students as a campus volunteer?

As Volunteering Australia's National Youth Volunteer Week comes to a close, we are shining a light right here on home ground across our campuses. While our students are out supporting the wider community, we also rely heavily on our amazing community of local supporters to help keep our own campus hubs thriving.

One of the most loved traditions across our Caloundra, Nambour, and Deception Bay campuses is our weekly tribal lunch program, where we come together over a warm meal to connect, share stories, and build a strong sense of belonging. Preparing and serving regular lunches for growing teenagers takes a lot of hands, and we are always looking for friendly community volunteers to help us cook, prep, or lend a hand on campus.

Whether you can spare a few hours to help cook a hearty meal, share a special skill, or support our campus events and breakfast clubs, your time makes a massive difference to our students' daily lives and wellbeing.

If you would like to get involved and support your local campus, please visit kairos.qld.edu.au or contact us on 07 5301 9394 today!

Huge congratulations to Year 11 student Matthew for his amazing performances in the 1500m and 5000m events in District Athletics yesterday! Matthew has qualified for Regionals for both events!

Can we work with you to build a stronger community together?

As Volunteering Australia's National Youth Volunteer Week continues, Kairos Community College thanks every local organisation, mentor, and business that has partnered with us this year. To keep this momentum going, we are looking for community groups across the Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay regions to host our Year 10 students for regular or project-based volunteering.

Welcoming our students gives your team reliable, hands-on help so you can accomplish more while strengthening our community. Because volunteering is a scheduled, weekly subject built into the school term, you get consistent support without extra administrative work. Our dedicated college staff also attend to ensure smooth collaboration every step of the way. Hosting young volunteers brings fresh energy to your workplace, helps you mentor the next generation, and supports your community goals. Our students are ready to assist with environmental care, farm work, events, retail operations, and administrative tasks.

Expand your capacity and invest in local youth today. Visit kairos.qld.edu.au or contact our friendly team on 07 5301 9394 to discuss student volunteers joining your team!

The 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games has officially come to an end, but not without the incredible support of Kairos Caloundra!

Our talented young artists helped kickstart the Commonwealth Games by creating portraits and messages of support for athletes.

These special messages travelled all the way to Glasgow, where they were shared with and presented to our Australian sporting stars. 🥰

What an incredible opportunity for our young people to encourage, inspire and celebrate our athletes from afar.

We were especially proud to cheer on many of our Australian gold medallists, including Louise Hoskins, the oldest-ever Commonwealth Games gold medallist, and track and field star Lachlan Kennedy. 🏅

A huge well done to all involved. Aussie! Aussie! Aussie! 💚💛

865 Hours of Real Impact: Spotlighting our campuses for National Youth Volunteer Week!

It is Volunteering Australia's National Youth Volunteer Week, and we are celebrating the incredible contribution of our young people. So far in 2026, 81 Year 10 students across Kairos Community College have contributed an impressive 865 hours of volunteer service to our local communities!

Here is how our campuses are making a difference:
💚 Kairos Caloundra | 25 Students • 238 Hours
From planning and running Kairos Community Thrift Shop events to supporting the End ED Nurture Community Garden, Containers for Change QLD and CAYAC Charity Shop & Care Centre clothing drives.

🩵 Kairos Nambour | 35 Students • 382 Hours
Engaging in hands-on farm work at End ED Nurture Community Garden, youth support initiatives with The Shack Community Centre, and individual local placements.

💜 Kairos Deception Bay | 21 Students • 244 Hours
Partnering with local organisations including Kingdom Makers Food Outlet, Mermaids By The Bay, and Salvos Stores to gain hands-on experience in retail operations, food relief, and community support across the Moreton Bay region.

We are so proud of the heart, initiative, and leadership shown by our 2026 Year 10 cohort during National Youth Volunteer Week and throughout the year!

Why Volunteering is part of the timetable at Kairos 💜

It is Volunteering Australia's National Youth Volunteer Week, and this year's theme, Your Year to Lead, captures exactly why active volunteering sits at the heart of our learning model.

At Kairos Community College, volunteering is integrated directly into our Year 10 curriculum as a timetabled subject through the Certificate II in Active Volunteering. Traditional classroom settings do not suit every learner, and shifting the focus from personal challenges to serving others can be transformative.

Through practical community work, our students:
💜 Develop core employability skills like communication, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving.
💜 Build genuine confidence by stepping outside their comfort zones and discovering their strengths.
💜 Connect with community mentors, breaking down social barriers and feeling valued.

When young people are trusted to lead, they rise to the occasion!