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WBHS DECA BOARD 2025 SUMMER UPDATE

May 28th, 2025

WBHS DECA BOARD2025 SUMMER UPDATEMay 28th, 2025

Welcome, WBHS DECA Board!

As we kick off the new academic year, we extend a warm welcome to our dedicated West Bloomfield High School DECA Board! Your leadership is the driving force behind our chapter's success, guiding over 250 members in their journey to become future business leaders.

This year promises exciting opportunities for growth, competition, and community impact. Your commitment to fostering excellence, organizing events, and inspiring your peers is invaluable. We look forward to a productive and rewarding year as we work together to uphold DECA's legacy and achieve new heights. Let's make this year our best yet!

End of the year WB DECA Board Meeting 5/28

Thursday, May 28th go to Zalla's room right at the beginning of advisory. Wear your GREEN WBHS DECA t-shirt. We will be taking promotional photos. We recognize a few won't be able to make it. :(

DECA Board Photos from 5/29

WB Board Contact Information WB Board Contact Information

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  • 2025-2026 DECA Board Remind 101: Text 81010 with @2025decab
  • DECA Board member contact information: Add to your phone/create a group chat.

Calendars Calendars

  • WBHS 2025-2026 Calendar - TBD
  • 2025-2026 DECA Inc Calendar
  • Board Volunteer Sign-up (Sign-up Genius)- TBA August - You will be required to sign-up for a minimum of 2 events each card marking. Slots will be posted in July.

2025-2026 DECA Conferences 2025-2026 DECA Conferences

2025-2026 DECA Conferences

  • District 6 Conference - TBA
  • State Conference-March 5-7, 2026
  • ICDC-April 24-29, 2026- Atlanta, Georgia

Fall Class Essentials Fall Class Essentials

Get a jump on the new school year with these tips:

  • Business Class: Make sure you're signed up for a FULL year of a business class for 2025-2026.
  • Social Media & LinkedIn: Polish your online presence! Update your social media bios with your board position and a professional image. Connect with past and current WB DECA members and advisors, plus other DECA chapters. Also, create a professional LinkedIn account if you haven't already. This is great for networking, job opportunities, and college connections.
  • Resume & Common App: Start building your resume, highlighting your DECA experiences (use correct award and conference names!). Don't forget to add your DECA accomplishments to your Common App.
  • Show Your Spirit: Design a board t-shirt or sweatshirt and share it with the board! Check out Brody's or Perfect Trading Company. These are organized and paid for by the board itself.
  • Lead the Way: Organize a summer get-together for the board and share your fun with advisors!
  • Prep for Competition: As you visit local businesses, think about written projects. See this year's topics and practice Virtual Business – Round 1 is the easiest way to qualify!
  • Scholarships: Start exploring DECA Inc. scholarships.

Take our chapter to the next level! Take our chapter to the next level!

  • Hone Leadership Skills (Presidents/Vice Presidents/Leadership Committee): Develop essential skills like public speaking and effective communication. Check out the DECA Emerging Leader Series and the free Lead4Change Student Leadership Program.
  • Grow Membership: Find new ways to increase our chapter's size! The larger the chapter, the more students who can qualify! Get ideas from the DECA Chapter Campaign Guidebook (Promotional Campaign) and Teach DECA - Cool Ideas.
  • Plan Community Service & Project Management Written Projects: Organize impactful events with help from the DECA Chapter Campaign Guidebook (Community Service Campaign) and Teach DECA - Cool Ideas.
  • Brainstorm Fundraising (Finance and Hospitality Committee): Discover creative ways to raise funds for our chapter to decrease student conference expenses. Read "Summer Fundraising with Your DECA Chapter" on DECA Direct Online and explore Texas DECA - Chapter Activities Sample.
  • Master Social Media (Presidents, Vice Presidents and Marketing Committee): Implement effective social media strategies using tips from Teach DECA - Cool Ideas.
  • Join WBHS DECA 2025-2026 Join WBHS DECA 2025-2026

    1. Review the 2025-2026 Promotional Slides
    2. Choose Your Event
    3. 2025-2026 DECA Sign-up Google Form
    4. Pay $40 DECA Dues here
    5. Review here if your event was approved
    6. Follow DECA: @wbdeca and/or on Facebook - West Bloomfield High School DECA
    7. Join the 2025-2026 WB DECA Canvas page: https://westbloomfieldsd.instructure.com/enroll/W9EXHL
    8. Join the 2025-2026 DECA Remind 101: here

    2025-2026 WB DECA Prep Materials 2025-2026 WB DECA Prep Materials

    ALL:

    • DECA + username and password - announced in October 2025 (changes each year)
    • 2025-2026 DECA Guide- TBA

    Written Projects:

    • 2025-2026 DECA Written Project Topics
    • Link to written project templates and resources-Operation research events templates are not yet updated

    Role Plays:

    • Test Preparation:
    • www.decaplus.org Exam Resources deca.org Michigan DECA Practice Portal
    • Role Play Presentation Prep: Role Play Samples Performance Indicators Sample Role-Play Videos WBHS DECA Role Play Database www.decaplus.org

    Virtual Business Prep: Virtual Business Prep - new codes for fall 2025 TBA

    Julie Zalla
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    West Bloomfield High School DECA is a dynamic student organization dedicated to preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. As an integral part of DECA Inc., our chapter provides students with unparalleled opportunities to develop essential business skills, foster leadership qualities, and gain real-world experience.


    Through a diverse range of activities, including competitive events, community service initiatives, and engaging chapter projects, WBHS DECA empowers members to apply classroom learning in practical scenarios. Our students regularly achieve success at district, state, and international competitions, showcasing their expertise and innovative thinking.


    Beyond competition, WBHS DECA emphasizes networking, mentorship, and career exploration. We strive to create a supportive environment where students can collaborate, grow, and build connections that will benefit them throughout their academic and professional journeys. Join us to discover your potential and become part of a legacy of excellence!

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