National DECA Week Celebrated at Kamiakin High School - October 2009

Kamiakin’s DECA chapter celebrated National DECA week with lots of fun activities. The week started with the City of Kennewick recognizing DECA week with a formal proclamation. Each day had different activities: Monday’s activity was “find a DECA Diamond.” DECA Diamonds were strategically hidden around campus for students to look for and find for a reward. The winners were recognized with prizes and bragging rights.

Tuesday was the day for the annual DECA Week Dodgeball Tournament. Mrs. Clizbe’s Sports Marketing class were the winners in this very competitive activity. There was also a parent open house that evening to explain DECA and the opportunities that are available to the members. Wednesday challenged our members with a scavenger hunt at lunch time. This was competitive and creativity in the pictures was key. Thursday was the first meeting of the year. Eighty of the 170 members were present for pizza and information on upcoming activities. DECA members were also encouraged to participate in the blood drive at school. Friday was fun with the “pie-an-officer-in-the face” fundraiser.

The week capped with a Tri-City wide DECA fashion show called “Viva La Glam”. Students from DECA chapters in the area planned, promoted, implemented, and modeled in a fabulous fashion show held at Columbia Center Mall. Even our principal, Mr. Chelin was involved by strutting his stuff on the runway. All in all, this DECA week was filled with fun and rewarding activities for all members.

Kamiakin DECA Officers: Kristin Kontogianis-President, Randee Pemberton-Vice-President, Taran Patel-Secretary, Billy Sharma-Treasurer, Savanna Davies-Public Relations, Brandon En’Wezoh-Fundraising Coordinator, Laura Philllips-Competition Coordinator, Kevin Paulson- Delegate. We are proud to say that we have 168 members this year!