Glenda Dawson DECA

🔷 ICDC QUALIFIERS 🔷

You haven’t heard the last of Dawson DECA! Out of 17 State Finalists recognized on stage during SCDC, 12 obtained the coveted DECA glass and will represent Texas at the International Career Development Conference in Atlanta this April. Stay tuned to keep up with Dawson’s flight to be the best of the best.

Next stop: Atlanta, GA 📍 April 25-28

     

🔷 STATE RECAP 🔷

Dawson DECA had a blast in Dallas this year for SCDC! Through all the laughs, food, friends, and competition, Dawson Eagles formed enduring memories. Aside from the aura evoked by tremendously long ribbons, our ICDC qualifiers, state finalists, and Texas DECA president represented Dawson in front of all of Texas. Keep on soaring!

See you in ATL ;)

     

🔷 SEE YOU AT STATE 🔷

Dawson DECA’s time to shine come! 108 competitors will represent our chapter presenting, testing, and winning in Dallas from February 19-21! Be sure to prepare to have fun with friends and make this year unforgettable. First stop: Dallas; Next stop: Atlanta!

       

🔷 DAWSON DECA TAKES ON D3CDC 🔷

Dawson DECA absolutely dominated the District 3 Career Development Conference! While celebrating the success of so many members, both new to DECA and seasoned veterans, Dawson DECA Training Officer and 2025 ICDC Top 20 Finalist Prithvi Raman was coronated as District 3’s new president, inheriting the legacy of Dawson’s Daniel Ren. With the continued growth in DECA at a local and national scale, Dawson DECA’s success attests to the hard work and commitment of its members. Dawson DECA extends a special thanks to the countless advisors, administrators, and students who made this conference GO THE EXTRA. Stay tuned for a list of State Conference qualifiers… 👀

Next stop: Dallas, TX📍February 19-21

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🔷 DECA TIPS (PART TWO) 🔷

With District Conference steadily approaching (January 15), Dawson DECA presents some more tried and trusted tips from top performers at State and ICDC.

As you prepare to excel at District, make sure to sign and return your District Conference permission slips to Mrs. Smith by January 5. Competitors must have a parent or guardian consent to participate.

Happy holidays and good luck, Eagles!

       

🔷 MOCK COMPETITION 🔷

Only one day left to RSVP for Dawson DECA’s mandatory mock competition! Check the story for a direct link.

         

🔷 DAWSON DECA WRAPPED 🔷

Hope you’ve enjoyed your Spotify, Apple Music, or even Discord wrapped – Dawson DECA decided to give you a little recap of what we’ve been up to as well. Be ready for written event deadlines December 7 and testing on December 9!

         

Dawson DECA hopes all our Eagles have had a refreshing Thanksgiving break! Make sure to keep your skills sharp by preparing for testing and submissions ahead of District. Feel free to shoot a message on SportsYou to officers if you have any questions. Good luck!

         

🔷 PEARLAND ESC TRUNK OR TREAT 🔷

In honor of spooky season, here’s a throwback to Dawson DECA students running a trunk or treat booth at the Pearland ISD Educational Support Center on October 24! In addition to distributing a splendid assortment of festive candies (and defying gravity), these students supported families of students with exceptionalities. Happy Halloween from Dawson DECA!

(Slide 3 is us dodging cluster tests we haven’t studied for… YET)

         

🔷 INDEPENDENCE PARK CLEAN-UP 🔷

Dawson DECA is partnering with Pearland, Clear Springs, Clear Brook, and Turner from 3:30 to 5 PM on Friday, October 17 to clean up Independence Park (3449 Pearland Pkwy)! This is an EXCELLENT way to earn service hours and 2 XP points (which are required in order to compete at District). Whether you want to help your community, meet DECA friends from local schools, or just dive into what the hecka DECA really is about, this event is an fantastic fit for you!