What's happening: Last week, 77 students from Ramsey High School participated in the annual state DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) conference held in Atlantic City. Twelve of those students will advance on to nationals in Anaheim!
DECA is a prominent organization that plays a significant role in preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management fields. The benefits for student participation are profound.
Entrepreneurship - Start-Up Business Plan
Finalist round: Avarey Arbus
Financial Services Team Decision Making
1st place ICDC qualifiers: Jaden Cohen & Gunther Deas
Hospitality and Tourism Operations Research
Finalist round: Andrew Ohnegian
Hospitality Services Management Team Decision Making
3rd place ICDC qualifiers: Chris Angus, Madeline Stitz
Hotel and Lodging Management
ICDC qualifier: Alicia Brownstein
Project Management Business Solutions Project
Finalist round: Matt Kymer, Katarina Chambers, Julianna Gallorini, Evelyn Lazaro, Madelyne McLaughlin, Katie Schreiber
ICDC qualifiers: Madeleine McLaughlin, Katie Schreiber
Project Management Business Solutions Project
1st place ICDC qualifiers: Madeline Stitz, Lindsey Bremer
Travel and Tourism Marketing Management Team Decision Making
Finalist round: Madigan Landel, Emily Fosdick
ICDC qualifiers: Alexandra Bruno, Lily McGuire, Jordan Titus, Caroline Mooney
What they’re saying:
“The Ramsey DECA chapter experienced a “Surge” at the DECA State Career Development Conference and secured top spots at the upcoming International Career Development Conference in Anaheim California, which will be held April 27-April 30th. This prestigious international competitive event gathers the top 10% of DECA students worldwide to compete for the coveted “DECA Glass.”
Thirteen of our students excelled in their role-play and paper presentation, advancing to ICDC. A special congratulations to Madelyne Stitz and Lindsey Bremer as well as Jaden Cohen and Gunther Deas who achieved 1st place in their respective competitive event and Chris Angus and Madelyne Stitz who achieved 3rd place in their competitive event. Countless hours invested in exam preparation and role-play practice have paid off for our members, and I couldn’t be more proud.
Moreover, Alicia Brownstein and Emerson Schoening each received $600 Northern Regional DECA Awards. -Ornella Incardona, DECA Advisor