All students wish to find a place of belonging, hope and support. Learn how DECA became that place for our High School Division President, and how it continues to be that place for thousands around the globe!
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Discussion Questions
- 1How has DECA increased your own confidence? Explain how your experiences in DECA led you to take on additional challenges in your academic and professional life?
- 2Take a moment to think about D’Andre’s daily question to himself: “Am I better than I was yesterday? What am I doing today to ensure a better tomorrow?” Explain your thoughts.
- 3How can the lessons from this DECA Talk impact your chapter as well as your own personal DECA experience?
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