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!
Career and Technical Education Month®, or CTE Month®, is a public awareness campaign that takes place each February to celebrate the value of CTE and the achievements and accomplishments of CTE programs across the country.
DECA Direct Magazine, the Team Issue, features tips from top competitors, stories of successful DECA members and alumni, and a discussion guide for team effectiveness. Plus, find everything you need to be #ReadyForIt when #CTEMonth arrives in February.
When it comes to DECA, almost 99% of your teamwork comes from within your own chapter. Furthermore, teamwork within your DECA chapter makes your time in DECA more enjoyable as well. As a result, your chapter becomes your in-school family, which excites you and pushes you to work hard in DECA.
Learn more about DECA’s monthly call for all members. You’ll be able to collaborate on an international level, yet still bring back your newfound experience and ideas o your local chapter.
DECA member Rohan shares his experience and how DECA has better prepared him to be a leader in school and into the corporate world.
The holiday season can often be a time of chaos and stress. Preparation for extracurriculars such as DECA sometimes takes the backseat to baking cookies, giving gifts, or traveling to see family. Here are 12 ways to bring the holiday spirit to your DECA Chapter this December.
“A picture is worth a thousand words.” This saying has been around for many years. Now, living in a social networking world, this saying is truer than ever. Instagram is a platform of telling stories through pictures, so ask yourself, “What story am I telling others?”
Read the OneDECA Report from November 11, 2018. Join the next call on December 18, 2018.
The group of four Virginia DECA members had made their pitch for a business they started, Grow Greenly LLC, at the 2018 IncubatorEdu National Pitch Competition on July 18th in Chicago, Illinois. The winning teams were about to be announced, and the only thing left to do was to wait.
