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Activate Your Chapter Early for Exclusive Competitive Event Resources

Aug 28, 2026

Maybe your Next Big Thing is your chapter's membership!

Submit at least 10 student members and one chapter advisor by September 30, 2026, and receive a digital download of never-before-released DECA Competitive Events role-plays and the 2026 Business Administration Core Association Exam for your chapter.

Purchasing DECA+ this year? If so, you’ll also receive a $40 discount in addition to the digital downloads.

High school chapter advisors must submit the membership roster by September 30, 2026, and pay dues by December 1, 2026. Once DECA Inc. receives payment, the chapter advisor will be sent a secure link to download the materials and a discount, if applicable.

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Charity Peaster

Membership Services Specialist

charity@deca.org

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