Each February, students, educators and administrators raise awareness of career and technical education (CTE) by celebrating Career and Technical Education Month® . So how can you celebrate CTE Month and show support for DECA and your school’s program? These are the…
When advocating for DECA and CTE, during Career and Technical Education Month® you must always be prepared to provide accurate information and answer questions without hesitation Most likely, your interactions with community members, school administrators and policymakers will be brief and…
People are great at setting New Year’s resolutions, but not so great at following through with them. Regardless if it’s losing weight, getting straight A’s or winning DECA glass, the desire to achieve New Year’s resolutions remains, but the actions…
Happy Holidays, DECA! As we head into the new year, setting resolutions is a time-honored tradition. Something that is not common, however, is sticking to those resolutions! While it can be difficult to break a bad habit or start going…
“Every time we think we’ve measured our capacity to reach a challenge, we look up and we’re reminded that the capacity may well be limitless.” -President Bartlett, The West Wing. As we begin another year of executive officer applications, it…
The 2020-2021 DECA Executive Officer Candidate Packet is now available. As our primary student brand ambassadors, DECA executive officers represent more than 220,000 student members to a variety of key stakeholders, including fellow members, advisors, education administrators, business partners, public…
As the holidays approach, it is time to start thinking forward. With the conference season and many important deadlines approaching, let’s plan the best ways to spend your winter break. Here we go! 1. Prep for competition Without classes and…
After years of being a DECA member at the collegiate and high school levels, I finally found the perfect answer for those contemplating running for an International Executive Officer position. Do it. I remember my first year in DECA; looking…
Deciding to run for executive office was probably one of the best decisions I’ve made in my entire life. After having the opportunity to serve Washington DECA, I knew that there was so much more that I wanted to accomplish…
Fundraising is one of those parts of being an involved DECA member that can sometimes be tricky. I mean, do you have the confidence to walk up to complete strangers and ask them for money? This isn’t a public speaking…
Stress is something that all of us are faced with, particularly at the start of the school year. Between classes, work and extracurricular activities, even the most experienced in time management can feel overwhelmed and overworked. Take advantage of the…
Last spring, I watched as my chapter’s new officer team was announced and sworn in to be next year’s leaders. A feeling of pride rushed over me knowing that the chapter had just completed another successful year and was left…
Timberland High School DECA was excited to see their planning, new ideas, and hard work pay off at their latest DECA Social where they broke records in attendance and participation. Timberland DECA’s mission was to captivate its target audience and…
As we all know, DECA can take up a significant chunk of time each week. It is important to prioritize DECA, your academics and free time as you start the new school year. One of the best ways to stay…
Social media has become a pillar that connects individuals from all around the world. College students, such as myself, live busy lives. We go from school to work, from work to homework and then repeat the cycle every single day.…
DECA is more than your chapter. What does this mean? While it may seem simple, many people in the DECA world ignore it. They do this because it is easy to forget there are others. DECA is more than your…
Do you ever feel completely overwhelmed right before traveling If so, I can relate. Here’s a little bit about me: For years, I have struggled with not being able to properly prepare myself for traveling to DECA conferences, competitions and…
1. Take Risks You are capable of achieving your dreams. Definitely one of the best decisions of my life was taking the risk to run for local, association and executive officer positions. Through these positions, I have been able to…
"Whatever you do, do it well. Do it so well that when people see you do it, they will want to come back and see you do it again, and they will want to bring others and show them how…
As a DECA member, you clearly have a passion for the organization. Before jumping into your goals for the year, it’s important to start with that passion. Why is DECA important? What can DECA do for the students in your…
A NEW SCHOOL YEAR BRINGS A FRESH START. No matter your goals for the year, membership is the foundation of every DECA chapter. It’s important to plan ahead to reach potential new members and find innovative ways to engage your…
What are your chapter’s goals for this year? Is one goal to qualify every member for ICDC? Or maybe another is to host a few social events to keep your members involved throughout the year. Whatever your goals may be,…
It’s that time of the year again when members and advisors are heading back to school! Although it may not be the most exciting time of the year for everyone, there are several reasons to be energized for the year…
When beginning the Collegiate DECA year, there are probably some questions that begin to swirl in your head from “What conferences should my chapter attend?” to “How do we compete?” We’re proud to introduce the new Collegiate DECA Chapter Guide!…
When recruiting for new Collegiate DECA members, I encounter a lot of individuals who were DECA members in high school and were excited to see that Collegiate DECA existed on their campus. They would provide our chapter with their contact…
As the new school year begins, your chapter is going to need money to cover the expenses that come with running such an amazing program. Whether you’re trying to fund your conference registration fees or community service projects, these three…
School is almost back in session, and now is the perfect time to be thinking up recruitment strategies for the 2019-2020 school year! Follow these tips below for inspiration on attaining unprecedented levels of membership: Participate in an event hosted…
Now that DECA season is back in full swing, it’s time to pull out all the stops when it comes to recruiting and retaining members! Whether your members are new or returning, it’s important that as chapter officers, you exhibit…
Did you know that 1 in 5 teens have admitted that they have cyberbullied others?¹ And, 9 in 10 teens who have been cyberbullied also report being bullied offline?² Given the prevalence of cyberbullying in today’s society, DECA has teamed…
Ready. Set. Here We Go! The 2019-2020 DECA Membership Video is all about going faster, going bigger and going further. One of the key messages in the video is that DECA prepares the next generation to be academically prepared, community…
This year, DECA Chapters can join MDA’s annual Shamrocks campaign by selling MDA Shamrocks or participating in Green Day for MDA on March 15 or both!
Noticing this issue, the decision was made to have a “DECA Week” with the goal to raise awareness within our school. Here is the week broke down.
The survey effectively begins February 13 and will run for six weeks, ending March 27.
By starting with a simple event, your chapter can build unfaltering connections with community businesses, involve your peers, and raise money for causes that you are passionate about.
Roses are red, diamonds are blue, here's a DECA Valentine's Day card perfect for you!
