Welcome to
Washington DECA!
Every school day, over 250 high school teachers in Washington wake up to teach 13,000 (and counting) DECA student members to aspire higher, become leaders, and prepare to thrive in the global economy.
Through active membership, students embrace four key DECA Values: Innovation, Teamwork, Competency, and Integrity. These values are practiced and lived out in over 50 business-based competitions, scholarships, conferences, campaigns, initiatives, school-based enterprises and recognition opportunities for students.
WASHINGTON DECA PREPARES
INNOVATIVE LEADERS AND ENTREPRENEURS
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to provide business and leadership opportunities to high school students to succeed in school, careers, and life.
OUR VISION
OUR VISION
Our vision is to prepare innovative leaders and entrepreneurs who make a positive social and global impact.
Start DECA
Start DECA
Bring DECA to your school!
Connect with our DECA Chapter Support Center and learn how easy it is to start building emerging leaders and entrepreneurs on your campus.
Join DECA
Join DECA
Start the DECA life today!
High school students, the sooner you join DECA the sooner your dreams become reality. Our State, Area, and Chapter Student Officers are ready to serve and show you the way.
Support DECA
Support DECA
Create the future with DECA!
The future of our economy and your workforce are in a dynamic DECA classroom near you. Become a DECA partner help create the future of Washington!
50+
Competitive Events
165+
School Chapters
285+
Teacher Advisors
15,000+
Student Members
DECA will prepare you for your future career.
Washington DECA’s Commitment
Washington DECA is committed to creating and maintaining a healthy and respectful environment for all of our student emerging leaders and entrepreneurs. Our philosophy is to ensure all members, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status are treated equally and respectfully. Any behavior in the form of discrimination, harassment, or bullying will not be tolerated. It is the responsibility of all members to uphold and contribute to this climate.