The DECA Direct Online is released on Tuesdays and has great articles for both students and advisors. Use the Close Reading activity below to make the most of the articles and improve reading skills:
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Article Archive from the DECA Direct:
May 12, 2025 | Congratulations to the 2025-2026 Marriott Foundation Curriculum Grant Recipients
May 9, 2025 | Congratulations to the Top Teams in the 2025 Non-competitive Stock Market Game
May 7, 2025 | Previous ICDC Competitive Event Winners
May 6, 2025 | DECA Announces Competitive Event Topics and Updates for 2025-2026
May 1, 2025 | AICPA & CIMA On-demand Student Webinar is Now Available
May 1, 2025 | Your Post-ICDC Questions Answered
April 29, 2025 | Army ROTC Awards DECA Members with Scholarships
April 29, 2025 | Introducing the 2025-2026 DECA Executive Officer Team
April 29, 2025 | 2024-2025 IMPACT Program Winners Announced
April 29, 2025 | Congratulations to the 2025 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions
April 28, 2025 | DECA Honors Top Leaders, Advisors, Chapters and Associations in 2024-2025
April 28, 2025 | Congratulations to the 2025 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Finalists
April 26, 2025 | Announcing the 2024-2025 Top MDA Fundraising DECA Chapters and Associations
April 26, 2025 | DECA Celebrates the Top 10 Chapters in the World for 2024-2025
April 26, 2025 | DECA Celebrates National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support
April 26, 2025 | Meet DECA’s 2025-2026 Executive Officer Candidates
April 26, 2025 | Watch the DECA ICDC 2025 Grand Opening Session
April 26, 2025 | DECA Recognizes Donna McFadden with Honorary Life Membership
April 21, 2025 | Will You Accept the ICDC DECA Quest Challenge?
April 16, 2025 | DECA Announces New Engagement with Merrill
April 16, 2025 | DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 49th Semi-Annual Survey
April 15, 2025 | DECA ICDC: Know Before You Go
April 15, 2025 | Understanding Vehicle Financing
April 14, 2025 | DECA is Excited to Welcome 75+ Exhibitors to ICDC
April 14, 2025 | Maximizing Your Professional Conference Experience
April 14, 2025 | Download the 2025 DECA ICDC Program + Mobile App
April 8, 2025 | How to Bring Excitement to your Classroom this Financial Literacy Month
April 4, 2025 | Congratulations to DECA’s 2025 Emerging Leader Honor Award Recipients
April 2, 2025 | Congratulations to the 2025 Marriott Foundation ICDC Travel Scholarship Recipients
April 1, 2025 | DECA Doesn’t End After High School: Meet the Students Continuing Their Journeys
April 1, 2025 | Does DECA End After High School? How Collegiate DECA Prepares You for the Future
April 1, 2025 | A Guide to the Exhibit Hall at ICDC
April 1, 2025 | Reflecting on a Year of Leadership: Growth, Lessons & Gratitude
April 1, 2025 | BE THE ONE at DECA ICDC in Orlando
April 1, 2025 | Passing the Baton: Transitioning to a New Officer Team in DECA
March 28, 2025 | Introducing the DECA ICDC 2025 Keynote Speaker
March 25, 2025 | DECA Announces the 2025-2026 Membership Theme: Go The Extra
March 24, 2025 | Download the 2025 DECA ICDC Program
March 18, 2025 | Announcing the 2025 Invest Innovation in Action Challenge Winners
March 18, 2025 | DECA’s 2025 Advocacy Campaign Winners Announced
March 15, 2025 | What to Know About the Consumer in 2025
March 7, 2025 | Congratulations to the Top Teams in the 2025 MDA Disability is Diversity Challenge
March 5, 2025 | DECA ICDC: Things to Do in Orlando
March 5, 2025 | Announcing the 2025 NPCF Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge Winners
March 1, 2025 | From the Desk: Member Tips on Ways to Be the One
March 1, 2025 | Exploring the Emerging Leader Series Academies
March 1, 2025 | 5 Ways to Lead Ethically in the Age of AI
March 1, 2025 | DECA ICDC: Beyond Competition
March 1, 2025 | Making the Right Choice: Narrowing your College Options with Confidence
February 25, 2025 | Announcing the 2025 NAA Auction Marketing Campaign Challenge Winners
February 24, 2025 | Congratulations to the Adobe Food Truck Challenge 2024-2025 Winners
February 20, 2025 | Crucial Content: The Value of a Strong Social Media Presence
February 18, 2025 | Make a Muscle with MDA this March
February 18, 2025 | Advocacy Day with Washington DECA
February 15, 2025 | Establishing Local Partnerships with Men’s Wearhouse
February 14, 2025 | Misconceptions: Human Resource Management
February 13, 2025 | Writing Does Wonders: How to Write an Effective CTE Advocacy Letter
February 13, 2025 | Spread the Love with DECA Valentines
February 13, 2025 | Announcing the 2024-2025 Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers
February 12, 2025 | Building a Legacy: How Weston DECA is Making an Impact
February 10, 2025 | Watch Now: The Ultimate DECA Power Trip 2025 Promo Video
February 10, 2025 | Apply Now for the 2025 DECA Hotel Challenge Curriculum Grants
February 10, 2025 | Congratulations to DECA’s 2025 Certified School-based Enterprises
February 10, 2025 |Share What’s Trending in the Spring 2025 Taking Stock with Teens Survey
February 3, 2025 | Participate in the Non-Competitive Stock Market Game Session
February 1, 2025 | Recognize Outstanding Seniors with DECA’s Emerging Leader Honor Award
February 1, 2025 | The Economics of the Super Bowl: A Winning Play for Business
February 1, 2025 | Juggling Books and Business: Thriving in School and DECA
February 1, 2025 | Beyond the Blazer: Inspiring CTE Success Stories
January 30, 2025 | You’ve Qualified for State CDC! But Now What?
January 29, 2025 | Mindset Matters: Strategies to Stay Resilient During Life’s Challenges
January 28, 2025 | Learn from the Pros at DECA’s Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference
January 24, 2025 | DECA and IBM SkillsBuild Partnership: Preparing Future-Ready Students
January 21, 2025 | Why Advocating for CTE and DECA Matters
January 21, 2025 | Congratulations to the Adobe Personal Branding Challenge 2024-2025 Winners
January 21, 2025 | Congratulations to the DECA Stock Market Game 2025 ICDC Qualifiers
January 20, 2025 |CTE Resources to Become a #CTEChampion
January 17, 2025 | DECA Alumni Spotlight: Gautam Ajjarapu
January 15, 2025 | Where to Attend? How to Make Your College Decision
January 14, 2025 | Helping Your DECA Members Avoid Penalty Points: A Guide for Advisors
January 14, 2025 | Congratulations to the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge 2024-2025 Winners
January 13, 2025 | Congratulations to the DECA at the Bell Challenge 2024-2025 Winners
January 10, 2025 | The Power of Marketing and Branding at Reedy High School
January 7, 2025 | DECA ICDC 2025 Attraction Ticket Options
January 7, 2025 | Announcing DECA’s 2024-2025 Chapter Campaign Winners
January 6, 2025 | Get Ready for Round 2 of the DECA Virtual Business Challenge
January 1, 2025 | Be The One at the 2025 Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference
January 1, 2025 | Foundational Skills for Competition
January 1, 2025 | Celebrating Career and Technical Education: Top Resources for CTE Month
January 1, 2025 | Your DECA Playbook: How to Build a Winning DECA Resume
January 1, 2025 | Top 3 Tips for Running for Association Office
December 19, 2024 | Announcing DECA’s 2025 Conference Lineup
December 19, 2025 | Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members
December 17, 2024 | Social Media Trends to Watch in 2025
December 16, 2024 | Add DECA to Your Winter Break
December 6, 2024 | FinanceU: Money Talks
December 3, 2024 | Zurn Elkay Sustainable Water Drinking Challenge 2024 Winners Announced
December 3, 2024 | Stukent Social Media Marketing Challenge 2024 Winners Announced
December 2, 2024 | Participate in the Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge
December 2, 2024 | Vote for Your Favorites in DECA’s Ethical Leadership Challenge
December 2, 2024 | SBE Chapter Certification Submission Site Is Open
December 1, 2024 | Connections First: A Hospitality Guide to Acing Interviews and Job Searches
December 1, 2024 | 5 Ways to Stay Productive During Finals Season
December 1, 2024 | Winter Break Reset
November 22, 2024 | Congratulations to the Members that Achieved SBE Individual Certification
November 22, 2024 | MDA’s Annual Holiday Pinup Cause Raiser
November 18, 2024 | Announcing the 2024-2025 Virtual Business Challenge Round 1 ICDC Qualifiers
November 8, 2024 | Be the Entrepreneur of Your Life
November 4, 2024 | Calling All Entrepreneurs: Celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week
November 4, 2024 | Scholarship Success: 6 Essential Strategies
November 1, 2024 | The Business Behind the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
November 1, 2024 | We’re Better Together: Building a Community in Your Chapter
November 1, 2024 | Thanking Your Advisors
November 1, 2024 | Networking Like a Pro at Events
November 1, 2024 | Bouncing Back from Burnout
November 1, 2024 | Exploring Community Service with DECA’s Partners
October 30, 2024 | DECA Announces National Advisory Board Partnership with Stukent
October 24, 2024 | Create a Food Truck Concept with the Adobe Food Truck Challenge
October 24, 2024 | Develop Your Personal Brand with the Adobe Personal Branding Challenge
October 21, 2024 | DECA Announces a New Partnership with Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers
October 18, 2024 | Celebrate DECA Month this November
October 16, 2024 |The 2024-2025 DECA SBE Individual Certification Exam Is Now Available
October 16, 2024 | How to Use DECA Involvement to Strengthen Your Scholarship Applications
October 15, 2024 | Adobe + DECA Unlock Creative Career Pathways for Next-generation Talent
October 15, 2024 | Major Moves: Unlocking Your Ideal College Fit
October 15, 2024 | Navigating the College Application Process
October 9, 2024 | DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 48th Semi-Annual Survey
October 8, 2024 | Meet the #BeTheOne Social Media Team
October 7, 2024 |Your Guide to Charlotte During The Ultimate DECA Power Trip
October 6, 2024 | Staying Safe and Secure in the Cyber World
October 1, 2024 | October is National Principals Month
October 1, 2024 | Making the Most of DECA Month
October 1, 2024 | From Pumpkins to Candy Corn: A Look into Halloween Marketing
October 1, 2024 | Your Guide to Washington during WRLC
October 1, 2024 | 5 Tips for Conquering DECA’s Corporate Challenges
October 1, 2024 | A Recipe for Success: The Marketing Behind the Pumpkin Spice Latte
October 1, 2024 | Top Reasons to Attend Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship
September 25, 2024 | Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members
September 24, 2024 | Register Now for Round One of the DECA Virtual Business Challenge
September 20, 2024 | Boost Your Scholarship Chances with DECA
September 17, 2024 | Get Recognized with a DECA Inc. Scholarship
September 13, 2024 |2024-2025 District-Level Competitive Event Instructional Areas Announced
September 12, 2024 | Be the One to Advocate with DECA
September 12, 2024 | Celebrate SBE Week 2024
September 9, 2024 |Join the Western Region for WRLC in Bellevue
September 5, 2024 | Be The One with DECA’s Corporate Challenges
September 5, 2024 | Test Your Skills with the Stukent Social Media Marketing Challenge
September 5, 2024 | Dive into Policy with the IE University Policy Dilemma Simulation Challenge
September 2, 2024 | Create a PSA with DECA’s Ethical Leadership Challenge
September 2, 2024 | Create Your Own “DECA at the Bell” Episode with BusinessU
September 1, 2024 | How to Build Cross-functional Teams Across Tech, Digital and Marketing
September 1, 2024 | Tackling Imposter Syndrome
September 1, 2024 | How to Stand Out During College Application Season
September 1, 2024 | From Options to Opportunity: How to Pick Your Competitive Event
September 1, 2024 | 4 Tips to Elevate Your Chapter Meetings
September 1, 2024 | SBE Tips & Tricks for Success
August 30, 2024 | Join the #BeTheOne Social Media Team
August 27, 2024 | Activate Your Chapter Early for Exclusive Benefits
August 20, 2024 | Compete in the DECA Stock Market Game
August 16, 2024 | Be The One with Back-to-School Resources for Your Chapter
August 13, 2024 | DECA Is For All
August 13, 2024 |The New Wave of Marketing in Real Estate
August 13, 2024 | Watch Now: DECA’s 2024-2025 Membership Video
August 12, 2024 | Share What’s Trending in the Fall 2024 Taking Stock with Teens Survey
August 9, 2024 | Choosing Your Competitive Event
August 9, 2024 | Discover More About Puerto Rico DECA
August 8, 2024 | Leadership Lessons from DECA: Growing as a Student Leader
August 6, 2024 | The Business of the Olympics
August 2, 2024 | This Is How We Do DECA: Advisor Basic Training Series
August 2, 2024 | Be The One with 2024-2025 Chapter Campaigns
August 1, 2024 | 2024-2025 SBE Chapter Certification Guidelines Available Now
August 1, 2024 | Recruit, Retain, Repeat: Strategies for Maintaining Chapter Memberships
August 1, 2024 | Selling DECA to New Members
August 1, 2024 | Be The One: High School Program of Leadership