What is DECA?
DECA is a competitive club - there are several ways for students to compete; online testing, in person role plays, team decision making events and business/manual plan events. These events range from regional to national competitions that are local and overnight fieldtrips.
The technical, DECA, or Distributive Education Clubs of America, is a non-profit organization that prepares students for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. DECA is an international academic club that offers programs for high school and college students. DECA's mission is to develop leadership, career readiness, and business skills. DECA offers a variety of activities and experiences, including:
Competitive events: DECA has more than 60 competitive events for high school students and more than 25 for college students.
School-based enterprises: Students can gain hands-on experience in a learning laboratory.
Educational conferences: Students can attend events and conferences to learn about business, culture, and lifestyle in other cities.
Industry partnerships: DECA partners with industries to give students real-world experience.
DECA's programs are authorized by the United States Congress, the United States Department of Education, and state, district, and international departments of education.
Upcoming Dates:
Tuesday, September 16th - Monthly DECA Morning Meeting
Wednesday, October 1st - Six Flags Fall Rally
Thursday, October 2nd - Fall Leadership Payment DUE (Officers Only)
Tuesday, October 21st - Monthly DECA Morning Meeting
Friday, October 24th - Regions Permission Slip AND Payment Due
November 12th - 14th - DECA Competition Online Testing
Tuesday, November 18th - Monthly DECA Morning Meeting
Friday, November 21st - State Rough Draft Manuals DUE to Mrs. Harden
Thursday, December 4th - DECA Regions Competition
Wednesday, December 16th - Monthly DECA Morning Meeting
Friday, December 19th - FINAL State Manuals DUE to Mrs. Harden
Friday, December 19th - State Permission Slips and Payments DUE in School Pay
Thursday, February 26th - Saturday, February 28th - State Conference Competition