On March 3-5, sixteen Timothy Christian High School students competed at the Illinois DECA State Career Development Conference in Rosemont. There were over 1200 students competing from across the state. DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) is a national organization that helps develop future business leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. The competitions consist of three components written, role-play, and virtual. All teams completed a 100 question test and two role-play scenarios. All Timothy competitors were awarded competency in their event, which means they received a 70% or higher in one or more areas.  

Timothy Christian High School DECA State Competitors

Clarissa Chen & Winston Chen (6th Place): Hospitality Services Management Team Decision Making Event

Mykaela Pettigrew & Jaida Lester (10th Place): Business Law & Ethics Management Team Decision Making Event

Reis Glover & Matthew Henning: Marketing Management Team Decision Making Event

Rachel Bergstrom & Kennedi Foster: Sports & Entertainment Marketing Team Decision Making Event

Ryan DeBoer & Josh Stob: Financial Services Team Decision Making Event

Daniella Ebeid & Lizette Williams: Travel & Tourism Team Decision Making Event

Elton Bajo: Retail Merchandising Individual Series Event

Charlie Schau: Sports & Entertainment Marketing Individual Series Event

Victory Adams: Entrepreneurship Individual Series Events

DECA meets weekly throughout the year and participates in leadership conferences, sports & entertainment marketing seminars, and competitive events. If you would like to learn more about DECA, visit www.deca.org and contact Mrs. Kendra Lee or David Barker, DECA Advisors.