What is DECA?

DECA is an organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the world. Students can pick an area of interest, practice their skills and compete in multi level competitions.

Check out more about DECA at LHS by the presentation linked HERE

DECA Dues

Membership dues are $16 per person. Due date for 2019-2020 School year is Tuesday, October 8th

Competition fees

District competition is $40 per person. Tuesday, November 12th

State competition is TBD per person. Deadline TBD

International competition is TBD per person. Deadline TBD.

Please note: LISD allocates funds to support DECA. However, the funds do not cover all of the competition expenses. Therefore, students should be prepared to fundraise or pay for the remaining balance.

Additional information about DECA and scholarship information can be found at the DECA website.

Competition dates:

District

Location: Irving Convention Center

Testing Date: December 11, 2019

Competition Date: January 14, 2020

State  

Location: Fort Worth

Testing Date: February 4-6, 2020

Competition Date: February 20-22, 2020

International

Location: Nashville, TN

Testing Date: At competition

Competition Date: April 29-  May 2. 2020

DECA Meeting Times

• When: Tuesday
• Time: 11:55-12:25
• Where: Room A303
• DECA competition practice will begin in the winter. Please check back for times.