Two Bend HS students earn DECA honors

Two Bend Senior High School DECA chapter members earned the organization’s highest honors at DECA’s 67 th annual International Career Development Conference in Anaheim, Calif., April 24-27,.

Students receiving recognition at the international level were:

Name of Student

Event

Place/Honor

Hannah De Alicante

Hotel Lodging Management

Top 20 Finalist

Kira Smiley

Sports & Entertainment Promotion Plan

Top 10 Testing

During the school year, approximately 120,000 of DECA’s 200,000 student members take part in the organization’s competitive events program, allowing them to compete for local and regional titles. The competitions are designed to simulate real-life business scenarios and test students’ academic understanding and skills development. The top state and provincial winners put their talents to the test during the program’s final round of competition inAnaheim. The DECA International Career Development Conference was the pinnacle of competition where nearly 10,000 students vied for international honors. Nearly $500,000 in scholarships and awards were presented to students and teachers for their achievements.

The #DECAICDC opening session featured PostNet CEO and Undercover Boss guest star Steve Greenbaum. In addition to career-based competition, DECA members engaged in leadership academies and networking opportunities with over 60 internationally recognized businesses.

DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. DECA enhances the preparation for college and careers by providing co-curricular programs that integrate into classroom instruction, apply learning, connect to business and promote competition.

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