Who We Are, and What We Do!

Embarking on the Great Expedition!

In 2006, a new organization was added to the Clayton High club list. August 25, 2006 marked the first day of the Clayton High DECA chapter's Expedition.  

Accomplishments 2006-2007

Completing Mission Possible: Experience the Difference

Beginning only its second year, CHS DECA rose to new heights with 54 members. At District 3 MCEC this chapter took the competition out at the knees. At NC CDC this chapter took everybody by surprise wiping out the competition. 

 Accomplishments 2007-2008  

• 54 Members
• November Chapter of the Month
• Second Annual National DECA Week Spirit Week
• Chapter Member Elected NC DECA State President: Brady Hedglin
• Fundraisers: Pixie Sticks, Skittles and Sour Patch Straws, Painted Acrylics, Hot Doughnuts
• 28 MCEC Participants
• $2000 Grant Winners Participated in Project Ignition "Don't Repeat the Past"
• 28 NCCDC Participants 21 reaching proficiency
• 7 State Finalists
• Gold Chapter of Distinction
• 3 ICDC Participants

Rocking on: Never a One Hit Wonder!

2008-2009 Looks to be a promising year for the young chapter. Please continue supporting our organization as we complete or next year as a chapter!

 Accomplishments 2008-2009 

• 62 Members
• National DECA Week Spirit Week / DECA Diamond Promotion Activity
• Hosted a meeting with Cornucopia Vice President, Tripp Bartholomew
• Attended State Leadership Local Officer Training
• Attended Southern Region Leadership Conference in Nashville, TN
• Fundraisers: Rock On, Game On, Video Game Tournament and Candy Sales
• 54 MCEC Participants
• 4 ICDC Participants
• Started Project Ignition Club for all students at Clayton interested in driver safety education and promotion
• Community Service Projects: House of Hope goods donations

Let the Derby Begin! 

During the 2009-2010 school year, our DECA chapter continues to strive for success. We reached new heights in the number of students participating at the district competition. Students worked hard on marketing papers in advanced marketing courses and will submit them at the state competition.  

Accomplishments 2009-2010     

• 60 Members  
• Fundraisers: Clayton Tobaggons, Krispy Kreme Donuts, Smithfield Chicken and BBQ Night, Venaro's Night
• 54 MCEC Participants
• 34 CDC Participants
• 6 State Finalists
• 4 ICDC Participants
• Community Service Projects: Nickelby Project- donating coloring books and crayons to children with cancer 

To Infinity and Beyond!

During the 2010-2011 school year, CHS's DECA membership hit a peak at 74 members. Our club reached new heights and success at competition with the highest number of students attending the ICDC.

Accomplishments 2010-2011   

• 74 Members
• Fundraisers: Krispy Kreme Donuts, Zaxby's Teacher Lunches
• 63 MCEC Participants
• 34 CDC Participants
• 8 State Finalists
• 7 ICDC Participants
• Community Service Projects: House of Hope

Wanted...Only the Best...Stake Your Claim to the Wild, Wild, West

During the 2011-2012 school year, CHS's DECA has put a focus on creating civic awareness within our organization. We successfully implemented 2 service projects. The club has continued to take part in state events and remains active in local activities at the school level.

Accomplishments 2011-2012   

• 54 Members
• Fundraisers: Krispy Kreme Donuts, Zaxby's Teacher Lunches
• 43 MCEC Participants
• 27 CDC Participants
• 3 State Finalists
• 3 ICDC Participants
• Community Service Projects: Dancing Butterfly Foundation, MDA Shamrocks