Sarah Sonny is the DECA High School Division President for 2024-2025. A four-year DECA member from Texas, Sarah aims to shine a spotlight on members, chapters and associations to lead DECA to a brighter future. Sarah has served as the Texas DECA VP of Leadership Development and District 7 President, allowing her to gain large-scale leadership experience. In leading her Wakeland DECA chapter as a two-term chapter president and vice president, Sarah found her love for mentoring new members. Throughout her journey, Sarah has competed in Start-Up Business Plan and Innovation Plan, holding both first and fourth place ICDC titles. Beyond the blazer, Sarah attends Florida Gulf Coast University in a direct medical program with Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and has certifications as a CNA, CCMA and PCT. In her free time, Sarah enjoys traveling with her family, reading a new book, attending concerts and watching a Formula One Grand Prix.
Turning Tension into Teamwork: 5 Strategies for Conflict Resolution
Conflict resolution is a necessary transferable skill. Whether dealing with an argument on an officer team, among competition partners, or in a personal relationship, these five tips can help you positively resolve conflicts in the future.
Thanking Your Advisors
This DECA Month, we recognize all advisors' hard work and commitment. With November being the season of gratitude, DECA encourages you to show your advisors how thankful you are for them.
From Pumpkins to Candy Corn: A Look into Halloween Marketing
The “spooky season” has finally arrived with the start of October. Halloween is the perfect opportunity to learn about marketing trends and the consumerism surrounding a classic holiday.
4 Tips to Elevate Your Chapter Meetings
As the new school year begins, look at these easy-to-implement tips to take your chapter meetings to the next level. With engaging chapter meetings, you can build your chapter’s recruitment and member involvement on your chapter’s journey to Be the One.
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Be The One: High School Program of Leadership
The 2024-2025 High School Division Executive Officer Team is excited to introduce our Program of Leadership. We can’t wait to help members Be the One through advocacy, communications and leadership development.
Ahead of the Curve: Organizing Tips for Next School Year
With advanced course loads and immersive extracurriculars, time management and planning can be difficult in high school. Take a look at some tips to help you ensure next school year is your most organized yet!
2024 DECA Summer Bucket List
Summer is the perfect time to gain new experiences, take exciting opportunities and prepare for the 2024-2025 DECA year. Challenge yourself by checking off YOUR 2024 DECA Summer Bucket List!
