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ASCEND DECA at Oregon Charter Academy is a Career and Technical student run organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management.

📣 ASCEND DECA Newsletter – New Issue Coming in May!We’re excited to share that our next newsletter will feature highligh...
04/22/2026

📣 ASCEND DECA Newsletter – New Issue Coming in May!

We’re excited to share that our next newsletter will feature highlights from the DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC), where our students are representing Oregon on the international stage!

We’ll also be sharing details about our upcoming:
🎉 Schoolwide Spirit Night at Dave & Buster’s
🗓 June 4 | 5:00–7:00 PM

Plus, we’ll include information on member recruitment and officer elections for the upcoming year, great opportunities for students looking to get involved and grow as leaders.

Take a look at our previous newsletters here: https://sites.google.com/oregoncharter.org/ascend-deca/newsletter

Thank you for continuing to support our students and programs!

🎉 We are proud to share some exciting news from ASCEND DECA! 🎉ASCEND DECA has been recognized by DECA Inc. as Oregon’s o...
04/20/2026

🎉 We are proud to share some exciting news from ASCEND DECA! 🎉

ASCEND DECA has been recognized by DECA Inc. as Oregon’s only statewide winner of the 2026 Advocacy Campaign Award 🏆

This recognition highlights the impact of a student-led, month-long advocacy campaign focused on elevating Career & Technical Education (CTE) across our school, community, and state.

Throughout the campaign, our students demonstrated incredible leadership by:

• Writing impact letters and engaging directly with policymakers
• Providing public testimony to advocate for CTE
• Presenting to our school board on student pathways and opportunities
• Hosting career pathway panels with industry professionals
• Organizing a “What is DECA?” community information night
• Leading workshops, student challenges, and real-world small business consulting projects

These efforts were intentionally designed to amplify student voice, strengthen community connections, and increase awareness of the value of CTE programs.

This award is especially meaningful because it reflects the collective support of our entire ORCA community. The involvement and encouragement of our superintendent, school board, and administration made these opportunities possible and helped empower our students to lead with purpose.

We are incredibly proud of our students for the initiative, professionalism, and passion they brought to this work. They are truly making an impact—both locally and across the state of Oregon.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.decadirect.org/articles/decas-2026-advocacy-campaign-winners-announced

👏 Congratulations, ASCEND DECA!

🏀 ASCEND DECA Students Attend Sports Business Day with the Portland Trail BlazersASCEND DECA members recently participat...
04/16/2026

🏀 ASCEND DECA Students Attend Sports Business Day with the Portland Trail Blazers

ASCEND DECA members recently participated in Sports Business Day, hosted by the Portland Trail Blazers. This event provided students with a unique opportunity to learn from industry experts, gain valuable behind-the-scenes insight into the sports business world, and explore potential career pathways.

Students engaged in real-world learning experiences that brought business concepts to life, reinforcing the connection between education and career readiness. The day concluded with students attending an NBA game, making for a memorable and impactful experience.

We are proud to offer our students opportunities that inspire, educate, and prepare them for future success.

🏆 ASCEND DECA at Oregon SCDC 🏆What an incredible experience for our students at the **Oregon DECA State Career Developme...
04/02/2026

🏆 ASCEND DECA at Oregon SCDC 🏆

What an incredible experience for our students at the **Oregon DECA State Career Development Conference (SCDC)**! 💼🚀

Our team—Lux, Sarah, Luis, and Julie—represented ASCEND DECA across multiple competitive events, showcasing their hard work, creativity, and leadership.

🔥 **Project Management + DECA Garage Highlights:**
✨ *Strengths in Action* (Career Development Project)
✨ *Dress Coded* (Career Development Project)
✨ *Art for Wellbeing* (Community Awareness Project)
✨ *Embernest* – an innovative DECA Garage concept tackling cold clothes in your drawers (think Shark Tank!)

🏅 **Top Finishes:**
🥉 5th Place – *Art for Wellbeing* (Lux, Sarah, Julie)
🥉 5th Place – *Strengths in Action* (Lux, Luis)
🏅 7th Place – *Dress Coded* (Julie, Sarah)
🏅 8th Place – Principles of Business Management & Administration (Sarah)

🌟 **Standout Achievement:**
Sarah was the **top scorer on the Emerging Leader Exam** out of 1,300+ participants! 👏

💡 Beyond competition, our students:
✔️ Built confidence in public speaking
✔️ Strengthened leadership and business skills
✔️ Networked with DECA chapters across Oregon
✔️ Participated in workshops and real-world learning experiences

🌎 **What’s Next?**
ASCEND DECA is headed to **ICDC in Atlanta this April**! ✈️ Stay tuned as we prepare to compete on the international stage.

💙 We are also launching fundraising efforts to support future competitors and continue growing opportunities for our students.

👏 Help us celebrate these outstanding student leaders!

✨ Meet the Leadership Team | Part 2 ✨We’re excited to introduce the rest of the incredible student leaders behind **ASCE...
04/02/2026

✨ Meet the Leadership Team | Part 2 ✨
We’re excited to introduce the rest of the incredible student leaders behind **ASCEND DECA**! 💼🚀

These leaders play a vital role in building our chapter’s culture, strengthening our impact, and supporting every member’s success.

💰 **Vice President of Finance**
Luis E.R.
Managing budgets, tracking fundraising efforts, and ensuring financial transparency, our VP of Finance keeps our chapter running strong and sustainable.

🌟 **Vice President of Leadership**
Julie T.
Focused on growth and development, our VP of Leadership empowers members to build confidence, discover their strengths, and step into leadership roles.

🎉 **Vice President of Hospitality**
Mckenzie B.
Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, our VP of Hospitality leads member engagement, events, and team culture—making ASCEND DECA a place where everyone belongs.

👏 Together, this leadership team is building something truly special—driven by purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

💬 Help us celebrate these outstanding student leaders in the comments!
🔁 Missed Part 1? Be sure to check it out!

✨ Meet the Leadership Team | Part 1 ✨ASCEND DECA is proud to introduce three of the student leaders driving our chapter ...
03/19/2026

✨ Meet the Leadership Team | Part 1 ✨
ASCEND DECA is proud to introduce three of the student leaders driving our chapter forward this year! 💼🚀

These leaders are setting the tone for innovation, collaboration, and impact across our school and beyond.

👑 Chapter President
Lux R.
Leading with vision and purpose, our President guides the chapter’s direction, supports team growth, and represents ASCEND DECA at the highest level.

🤝 Chapter Vice President
Sarah V.
Our VP ensures everything runs smoothly—supporting operations, collaboration, and helping bring our biggest ideas to life.

📣 Vice President of Marketing
Lily D.
From branding to outreach, our VP of Marketing tells our story—building awareness, engagement, and connection within our community.

🌟 Together, these leaders are already making an impact through competition, financial literacy initiatives, and student-driven projects.

💬 Drop a comment below to show your support!
👉 Stay tuned for Part 2 where we introduce the rest of our leadership team!

ASCEND DECA is hosting the event "Strengths In Action", check out the details below: 💡 Strengths in Action Seminar 💡Ever...
02/08/2026

ASCEND DECA is hosting the event "Strengths In Action", check out the details below:

💡 Strengths in Action Seminar 💡
Ever wonder how your strengths can actually help you stand out? This interactive 2-hour seminar will help you identify your personal strengths—and put them to work.

You’ll learn how to apply your strengths to:
✨ Resumes & applications
✨ Future education planning
✨ Jobs & career pathways
✨ Interviews & professional conversations

📅 Friday, February 20
⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
🎓 Open to all ORCA high school students
🤝 Facilitated by the DECA Team

Sign up in Field Trip Central: https://sites.google.com/oregoncharter.org/fieldtripcentral/home/regions/virtual-events/612-strength-in-action-seminar

Art for Well-Being is a student-led community awareness project celebrating self-care, creativity, and mental well-being...
02/08/2026

Art for Well-Being is a student-led community awareness project celebrating self-care, creativity, and mental well-being during National Self-Check Month. Middle and high school students are invited to share their unique perspectives through art by responding to the prompt:

“What does taking care of yourself look like to you?”

All art styles and formats are welcome, and entries are judged on thoughtfulness and message—not artistic skill.

🏆 Prizes awarded for top middle and high school submissions
🗓️ Selected artwork featured in a professionally printed calendar
✨ All participants help spread awareness and support a culture of well-being"

Competition Open February 3-16, 2026.
Submission Your Art Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWpAzOx3boDOh8irQFSJ7nIIoptBOUjC-yI5hfcMtvNKbECg/viewform

Art for Well-Being is a student-led community awareness project celebrating self-care, creativity, and mental well-being...
02/03/2026

Art for Well-Being is a student-led community awareness project celebrating self-care, creativity, and mental well-being during National Self-Check Month. Middle and high school students are invited to share their unique perspectives through art by responding to the prompt:

“What does taking care of yourself look like to you?”

All art styles and formats are welcome, and entries are judged on thoughtfulness and message—not artistic skill.

🏆 Prizes awarded for top middle and high school submissions
🗓️ Selected artwork featured in a professionally printed calendar
✨ All participants help spread awareness and support a culture of well-being

https://sites.google.com/oregoncharter.org/ascend-deca/events

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833 NW Santiam Boulevard
Mill City, OR
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