2019 SCDC Registration Kit - MT DECA

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 10-12, 2019 FAIRMONT HOT SPRINGS RESORT

REGISTRATION KIT

REGISTRATION INFORMATION REGISTRATION student $70 per member volunteering $35 per chaperone working advisor $0 per member

To qualify for discounted chaperone rate, the chaperone must volunteer/be listed as an “on-call” competitive events judge. The Advisor registration rate applies to advisors who have paid annual DECA membership dues. Registration includes:

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Conference sessions Conference materials Conference t-shirt Monday breakfast & lunch DECA After Dark Activity

Deadline: January 9, 2019

*Registration fee is non-refundable.

ACCOMMODATIONS

$117.70 per night (single, double, triple, quad) Fairmont Hot Springs 1500 Fairmont Road Anaconda, MT 59711

Deadline: January 9, 2019

Rooms are subject to availability within our block. Once the room block is full, room rates may increase. Montana DECA will book, manage, and coordinate the entire room block.

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

Registration for this conference will take place online at mtdeca.com/state-conference.

All student attendees must be on a submitted and paid DECA Inc. roster to register. All conference and hotel registration will take place on the online registration platform.

For the online registration process, collect the following information from each attendee: • Name • T-Shirt Size • Competitive Event(s) CONFIRMATION: If you have not received a registration confirmation email from Montana DECA within two days after submitting your online registration, please call John Stiles at (406) 209-4490.

CHANGES & SUBSTITUTIONS: Make changes and substitutions using the online registration system until January 9th.

Changes and substitutions are not allowed after January 9, 2019.

PAYMENT PROCEDURE After completing online registration, please mail a check for all registration and housing to: Montana DECA PO BOX 3061 Bozeman, MT 59772 METHODS OF PAYMENT: Check, purchase order, or credit card are accepted. A 4% convenience fee will be assessed for any charged amount.

REFUND POLICY: No refunds will be granted.

CHAPERONES/ SPOUSES A minimum of one advisor for every ten student-delegates or portion of ten student-delegates is required for registration. It is the advisors responsibility to see that your chapter adheres to this ratio. This ratio will be strictly enforced by Montana DECA. Chaperones and spouses must pay the registration fee and be listed on the registration form.

All attending students must complete the following paperwork to attend the State Career Development Conference: • Conference Professionalism • Medical Release • Social Media Conduct • Attendance Permission Form

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM SUNDAY

FEBRUARY 10 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Registration 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

General Marketing Exam 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Advisor Briefing 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Preliminary Competitions 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Preliminary Competitions 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Chapter Time 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Opening Session 11:00 PM Curfew

MONDAY

FEBRUARY 11 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Breakfast Buffet 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

DECA Exhibit Hall Open 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM Preliminary Competitions 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Preliminary Competitions 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Lunch Buffet 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Preliminary Competitions 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Advisors Meeting 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Chapter Time 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Finalist Awards Session 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM

DECA After Dark 11:00 PM Curfew

TUESDAY

FEBRUARY 12 7:30 AM - 8:30AM

Alumni Breakfast 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Final Competitions 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Grand Awards &

Closing Session

JOHN STILES Montana DECA jstiles@mtdeca.com (406) 209-4490 www.mtdeca.com PO BOX 3061 Bozeman, MT 59772 502 South 19th Ave #108B Bozeman, MT 59715

IMPORTANT 2019 CHANGES/UPDATES 1. WRITTEN EVENTS: Written Events have several updates: ■ The Written Event Submission Deadline is now the same as the SCDC Conference Registration Deadline. We are now requiring that all projects be postmarked by January 9, 2019.

■ Written Events will be mailed in hard copy form to the MT DECA PO BOX. DECA Binders are not required. MT DECA will provide pre-paid and addressed USPS Flat Rate Shipping Boxes.

■ Written Events will be evaluated, and we will take the top (8) projects in each event to the state conference. Projects not finalizing in the top (8) will not compete in that event at the State Conference. Advisors will be notified prior to the conference on the top (8) projects.

2. EVENT ALLOWANCE: Students may only participate in (3) Events, and a max of one event per time block.

3. BLOCK SCHEDULE: We have revised and updated the SCDC Block Schedule. We have moved Professional Selling Events to Monday, and have slightly adjusted the times of the blocks.

4. PROFESSIONAL SELLING EVENTS: The Professional Selling Events will now operate similar to a Series Event. Because these events do not require an advance submission, participants will be required to compete in a final round of competition on Tuesday.

5. AWARDS PRESENTATION: We have updated the awards and recognition process to allow for equality among event recognition, while also streamlining our presentation and awards sessions: ■ WRITTEN EVENTS: Top (8) Written Event Finalists will be recognized with white ribbon finalist medallions during the opening session Monday night.

During grand awards on Tuesday, all (8) Finalists will report to the stage, where trophies will be awarded for First and Second Place only.

■ SERIES, TEAM DECISION, PRINCIPLES, PROFESSIONAL SELLING: Top (8) Finalists in these events will be recognized during the award session Monday Night with a white ribbon medallion. All finalists will report to the stage during grand awards, where trophies will be awarded for First, Second, and Third Place only. Professional Selling will only recognize first and second place.

■ White Ribbon Medallions will signify a finalist placement among all competitive events. A Trophy will signify ICDC Qualification.

6. REGISTRATION FEES: This year, we are pleased to waive advisor registration, and offer 1/2 off chaperone registration. Attendees using the advisor rate will be assigned proctor work assignments as normal, and must be listed on an official DECA Inc. roster as a DECA Advisor. Chaperones will qualify for the reduced registration for signing up as a “reserve pool” judge, in the event a competitive event judge no-shows or cancels. Chaperones unwilling to be listed and assist will be charged the regular $70 registration rate.

7. GENERAL SESSIONS: We have scheduled the general sessions slightly later in the evening. This year, we will not delay the start of a session due to a chapters late arrival. Sessions will begin on time, as scheduled.

10. RESULTS: To protect the integrity of the awards sessions, finalist results will be made available to chapter advisors after the Monday night Achievement Awards Session. Grand Awards results will be made available at the conclusion of grand awards.

11. DECA FIT: DECA Fit has been canceled. The Montana Army Guard will be present with Virtual Reality Simulators and other activities that aim to better engage the students.

12. STATE OFFICERS: We have reformed the State Officer Application Process.

Due to the fact that State Officers are required to be of Junior or Senior status, we are asking that all applications be submitted in advance of the state conference. The application packet will include a cover letter, resume, and a letter of recommendation.

Candidates will then be interviewed in person at the State Conference by a panel of OPI Representatives, Corporate Partners, Montana DECA Staff, and Key Stakeholders. The interviews will be scheduled and timed. The committee will work with the State Director and State Officer Coordinator on the selection of the State Officer team.

The new State Officer team will be announced at the Grand Awards Session of the State Conference.

13. COMPETITIVE EVENT PREP: This year, in an effort to reduce leak of competitive scenarios leaving the prep room, we will laminate a single copy of the event that will remain at the prep table. For team decision making events, we will have copies for two participants.

Competitors will be provided ample blank paper, but will not receive a hard copy of the scenario to write on. We believe this will also reduce our printing cost, and also be mindful of our overall footprint.

14. MEALS: Montana DECA will provide Breakfast and Lunch on Monday. The Alumni Breakfast will remain for Tuesday Morning. Chapters will be responsible for dinner meals.

15. ANNOUNCER: We have contracted a professional announcer for the Awards Sessions.

This will help with the delivery/professional and production of the Awards Sessions.

16. EXAM: The Exam will be setup in classroom style instead of rounds.

Students will be released at the 30-Minute, 45-Minute, and 60-Minute mark to aid the reduction of disruption, while also encouraging ample time on the exam. The exam will be proctored by MT DECA Staff and Key Volunteers, where scantrons and ID numbers will be checked for accuracy. We will offer a make-up exam once on Monday Morning.

17. EXCEPTIONS: Advisors will be asked to submit in advance special needs for competitors.

A students IEP may be required for verification of exception(s). Exceptions that are not documented in advance may not be able to be accommodated.

18. DEADLINES: Deadlines will be adhered to. The published 2018-2019 deadlines are within the proportional timing of previous deadlines, with the exception of the change of written events. We remain cautious that earlier deadlines pose certain challenges to chapters, but aim to protect the deadlines required of us by the hotel and by our judges planning.

COMPETITIVE EVENT REGISTRATION WORKSHEET STUDENT NAME _________________________________

T-SHIRT SIZE ________________

EMAIL _________________________________________

PHONE _____________________

COMPETITORS MAY CHOOSE UP TO ONE EVENT PER TIME BLOCK, AND COMPETE IN UP TO THREE (3) EVENTS TOTAL *CHAPTER ADVISORS MAY BE MORE RESTRICTIVE* (MARKETING) (MANAGEMENT) (HOSPITALITY & TOURISM) (ENTREPRENEURSHIP) (FINANCE)

SUNDAY 1:00PM-3:00PM

MONDAY 8:30AM-10:30AM

BUSINESS OPERATIONS RESEARCH EVENTS (1-3 PERSON TEAM) BUSINESS SERVICES OPERATIONS * BOR BUYING & MERCHANDISING OPERATIONS * BMOR FINANCE OPERATIONS * FOR HOSPITALITY & TOURISM OPERATIONS * HTOR SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING OPERATIONS * SEOR

TEAM DECISION MAKING EVENTS (2 PERSON TEAM) HOSPITALITY SERVICES HTDM SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING STDM TRAVEL & TOURISM MARKETING TTDM

ENTREPRENEURSHIP EVENTS (1-3 PERSON TEAM) INNOVATION PLAN * START-UP BUSINESS PLAN * FRANCHISE BUSINESS PLAN * INDEPENDENT BUSINESS PLAN * BUSINESS GROWTH PLAN * INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PLAN *

EIP ESB EFB EIB EBG IBP

INDIVIDUAL SERIES AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES MARKETING BUSINESS SERVICES MARKETING FOOD MARKETING PROFESSIONAL SELLING EVENTS FINANCIAL CONSULTING HOSPITALITY & TOURISM PROFESSIONAL SELLING PROFESSIONAL SELLING

ASM BSM FMS FCE HTPS PSE

MONDAY 11:00AM-1:00PM SUNDAY 3:00PM-5:00PM

TEAM DECISION MAKING EVENTS (2 PERSON TEAM)

INTEGRATED MARKETING CAMPAIGN EVENTS (1-3 PERSON TEAM) IMCE INTEGRATED MARKETING CAMPAIGN - EVENT * IMCP INTEGRATED MARKETING CAMPAIGN - PRODUCT * IMCS INTEGRATED MARKETING CAMPAIGN - SERVICES * CHAPTER TEAM EVENTS COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT * CREATIVE MARKETING PROJECT * ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROMOTION PROJECT * FINANCIAL LITERACY PROMOTION PROJECT * LEARN & EARN PROJECT * PUBLIC RELATIONS PROJECT *

CSP CMP EPP FLPP LEP PRP

BTDM FTDM MTDM

INDIVIDUAL SERIES ACCOUNTING APPLICATIONS APPAREL & ACCESSORIES MARKETING BUSINESS FINANCE ENTREPRENEURSHIP HOTEL & LODGING MANAGEMENT QUICK SERVE RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT RETAIL MERCHANDISING

ACT AAM BFS ENT HLM QSRM RMS

MONDAY 1:30PM-3:30PM

PRINCIPLES EVENTS (FIRST YEAR COMPETITORS ONLY) PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION PRINCIPLES OF FINANCE PRINCIPLES OF HOSPITALITY & TOURISM PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING

BUYING & MERCHANDISING FINANCIAL SERVICES MARKETING MANAGEMENT

PBM PFN PHT PMK

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THESE EVENTS REQUIRE AN ADVANCE WRITTEN SUBMISSION THE TOP (8) WRITTEN ENTRIES IN EACH EVENT WILL ADVANCE TO THE STATE CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE

TEAM DECISION MAKING EVENTS (2 PERSON TEAM) BUSINESS LAW & ETHICS BLTDM ENTREPRENEURSHIP ETDM INDIVIDUAL SERIES HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS RESTAURANT FOOD SERVICES MANAGEMENT SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING PERSONAL FINANCIAL LITERACY

MY EVENTS MY EVENTS ARE: 1 2 3

EVENT

PARTNER(S) IF APPLICABLE:

HRM MCS RFSM SEM PFL

COMPETITIVE EVENTS UPDATES The DECA Inc. Board of Directors approved the following changes to DECA’s Competitive Events Program effective 2018-2019.

1.

The Written Entry Presentation Guidelines will no longer include the list of allowable items. Participants in written events may bring any visual aids that adhere to the following guidelines. Only visual aids that can be easily hand carried to the presentation by the actual participant(s) will be permitted. The participants themselves must set up the visuals. Wheeled carts, moving straps or similar items may not be used to bring visuals into the area. Set up time is included in the total presentation time. Participants must furnish their own materials and equipment. No electrical power or internet connection will be supplied. Alternate power sources such as small generators are not allowed. Sound may be used, as long as the volume is kept at a conversational level.

2.

The Written Entry Checklist will be renamed to the Penalty Point Checklist, with a few modifications. The most notable is that written content no longer must be double-spaced, but all written events must be printed single-sided. As a result of deleting the double-spacing requirement, the maximum number of pages changes for all events. All current 30-page projects change to a maximum of 20 pages; all current 5- and 11-page projects change to a maximum of 10 pages.

3.

The Marketing Representative Events, comprised of Advertising Campaign, Fashion Merchandising Promotion Plan and Sports and Entertainment Marketing Promotion Plan, will be restructured into the Integrated Marketing Campaign Events. The Integrated Marketing Campaign Events will be comprised of three events/categories: product (IMCP), service (IMCS) and event (IMCE). Participants will create an integrated marketing campaign for a product, service or event of their choice. Participants in the three events will take the marketing career cluster exam.

4.

The evaluation forms for the Professional Selling and Consulting Events will see a few changes in wording for items 8, 11 and 13.

5.

DECA will pilot an online submission for one Chapter Team Event written entry at the International Career Development Conference no later than the 2020 ICDC.

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CONFERENCE PROFESSIONALISM CONFERENCE PROFESSIONALISM DRESS CODE Professional appearance is an important aspect of the overall DRESS CODE

Professional appearance is an important aspect preparation of DECA members for the business world.ofTothe that end, overallDECA preparation DECA for thefunctions business supports aof dress codemembers for its career-based that world. exemplifies To that end, DECAstandards supports dress code while for its the highest of aprofessionalism being career-based functionsbetween that expemplifies the highest non-discriminatory males and females. standards of professionalism while being DECA’s board of directors hasmales developed following official dress non-discriminatory between andthe females. standards for the International Career Development Conference.

The Montana Board of Directors Students,DECA advisors and chaperones must has followdeveloped the dress code. the following official dress standards for the State Career Competitors must wear an official DECA blazer during Development Conference.

Students, advisors andinteraction with the judges.

While official DECA blazers are not required during chaperones must follow the conference dress code. briefing and testing, professional business dress is required.

Professional dress should also be worndress to all conference Competitors must wear professional during sessions interaction with judges and and/or corporate partners. including workshops special meal functions such as luncheons.

Professional dress should also be worn to all conference Forincluding a more polished, professional it is recommended sessions workshops andappearance, special meal functions. that attendees wear appropriate hosiery/socks.

WHEN APPEARING BEFORE JUDGES

AN OFFICIAL DECAsuit BLAZER IS REQUIRED FEMALES: Business or blazer with dress TO blouse RECEIVE RECOGNITION OR AN AWARD ON STAGE. and dress skirt or dress slacks or business dress; dress shoes.

WHEN APPEARING JUDGES MALES: Business suitBEFORE or sport coat with dress FEMALES: slacks, Official DECA blazer with dress skirt or dress slacks and a collared dress shirt and necktie; dress blouse or official with a dress; dress shoes dress shoes; dressblazer socks.

The following not allowed: athletic shoes, MALES: are Official DECA blazerdenim, with dress slacks, collared dress shirt and shorts, necktie; dress shoes and dress socks sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats.

BUSINESS ATTIRE DECACASUAL GENERAL SESSIONS, MEAL FUNCTIONS

suit or blouse blazer withor dress blouse and dress skirt or CasualFEMALES: slacks (e.g.Business Dockers), shirt, socks, casual dressand slacksathletic or businessshoes dress; dress shoes. Jeans, t-shirts areshoes not included in business attire.suit or sport coat with dress slacks, collared dress MALES:casualBusiness

CON FERENCE PROF ESSI ONALISM

shirt and necktie; dress shoes and dress socks

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CASUAL ATTIRE Neat casual clothing is acceptable during free time andAND EVENT BRIEFING, MANUAL REGISTRATION select Montana DECA tours/activities, or as otherwise TESTING, LEADERSHIP ACADEMIES/INSTITUTES authorized by the Chapter Advisor or Montana DECA FEMALES: Dress blouse or dress sweater with dress skirt or dress slacks Staff. Casual attire(blazer is not acceptable in front of judges, optional) or business dress; dress shoes corporate partners, or event staff. Casual attire is not perCollared shirt and necktie with dress slacks (blazer mittedMALES: in competition ofdress judging areas. optional); dress shoes and dress socks

UNACCEPTABLE ATTIRE DECA BUSINESS CASUAL The following are unacceptable during any Montana

Casual slacks (e.g., Dockers), or shirt,clothing, socks and casual shoes.

DECA •activities: skin-tight or blouse revealing athletic • Jeans, t-shirts and(unless athletic shoes are not included business casual clothing, swim-wear swimming), andinclothing with attire. printing that is suggestive, obscene, or promotes illegal activities.

UNACCEPTABLE DURING DECA ACTIVITIES

• Skin-tight or revealing clothing • Midriff-baring When judging adherence to the dress code, Montana DECAclothing asks • Swimwear • Athletic clothing that advisors, teachers and chaperones use observation as the • Leggings or graphic designed hosiery/tights tool for assessing compliance.

Montana DECA does not support or condone touching of students or their clothing aspromotes a meansillegal of • the Clothing with printing that is suggestive, obscene or determining whether or not a student is following the dress code substances guidelines.

When judging adherence to the dress code, DECA asks that advisors, teachers and chaperones use observation as the tool for assessing compliance. DECA does not support or condone the touching of students or their clothing as a means of determining whether or not a student is following the dress code guidelines.

__________________________ Student Signature

CODE OF CONDUCT The BoardOF of Directors for DECA Inc. requires each delegate CODE CONDUCT

The Montana DECA Board of Development Directors requires each attending the International Career Conference to read delegate attending the State Career Development and complete the ATTENDANCE PERMISSION FORM and return to Conference to read, agree to, and comply withcompletion the the CHARTERED ASSOCIATION DECA advisor as partial following standards: of attendance requirements.

1.

The term “delegate” shall mean any DECA member, including advisors, attending conferences (high school, collegiate, alumni, professional).

2.

There shall be no defacing of public property. Any damage to any property or furnishing in the hotel rooms or building must be paid for by the individual or chapter responsible.

3.

Delegates must wear identification badges at all times.

4.

Delegates shall refrain from using inappropriate or profane language at all times.

5.

Delegates shall refrain from written, verbal, physical or electronic activities that may lead to harassment, hazing, bullying or damaging property.

6.

The use of any harassment against anyone on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation or disability is prohibited.

7.

Delegates shall respect the rights and safety of other hotel guests.

8.

Delegates shall not possess alcoholic beverages, narcotics or weapons in any form at any time under any circumstances.

9.

Delegates shall refrain from gambling—playing cards, dice or games of chance for money or other things of value.

10.

Use of tobacco products and electronic cigarettes by delegates is prohibited at all DECA functions.

11.

Delegates must adhere to the dress code at all times.

12.

Delegates must not dress or behave in a manner than can be interpreted as sexually explicit.

13.

Students shall keep their adult advisors informed of their activities and whereabouts at all times.

14.

No delegate shall leave the hotel (except for authorized events) unless permission has been received from chapter and chartered association advisors.

15.

Delegates should be prompt and prepared for all activities.

16.

Delegates should be financially prepared for all activities.

17.

Delegates are required to attend all sessions and activities assigned including workshops, competitive events, committee meetings, etc., for which they are registered unless engaged in some specific assignment scheduled at the same time.

18.

Delegates will spend nights at their assigned hotel and in their assigned room. No guests allowed during curfew hours. Delegates will be quiet at curfew.

19.

Curfew will be enforced. Curfew means the delegate will be in his/ her assigned room.

20.

Chartered associations will be responsible for delegates’ conduct.

21.

Tasteful casual wear will be accepted during specific social functions as designated during orientation.

22.

Delegates ignoring or violating any of the above rules will subject their entire delegation to being unseated and their candidates or competitive events participants to being disqualified. Individual delegates may be sent home immediately at their own expense.

_____________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature

_________ Date

MEDICAL RELEASE & ink.

HISTORY Please PRINT and use BLACK

State Career Development Conference Emergency Medical Authorization 2016-2017

PART I The purpose of this form is to authorize the provision of emergency treatment for chapter members in the unlikely event that they become ill or injured while traveling with their advisor. It is imperative the following information be furnished so that the member will be cared for properly in the event of an emergency.

The authorization does not cover major surgery unless the medical opinions of two licensed physicians or dentists, concurring in the necessity for such surgery, are obtained prior to the performance of such surgery.

I ___________________________ of ______________________________________________________________ (Parent Name) (Address)(City)(State, Zip) hereby give my consent for: (1) the administration of any emergency treatment deemed necessary by a licensed physician or dentist, (2) the transfer to any hospital reasonably accessible, and (3) consent to release the medical information provided. ____________________________________________ Date ________ / _______ /_________ (Member Signature) (Month) (Day) (Year) ____________________________________________ Date ________ / ______ /_________ (Parent/Guardian Signature) (Month) (Day) (Year) The following information is needed by any hospital or practitioner not having access to the member’s medical history: Does the member have:

ANY ITEMS MARKED “YES” SHOULD BE EXPLAINED BELOW

Any food allergies a. FOOD b. MEDICATION c. OTHER (Insect, etc..)

YES _________ NO ________ YES _________ NO ________ YES _________ NO ________

Any health problems or physical disabilities

YES _________ NO ________

Any respiratory problems

YES _________ NO ________

Any diabetes

YES _________ NO ________

Any epilepsy

YES _________ NO ________

Any chronic disease

YES _________ NO ________

Any emotional or physical problems

YES _________ NO ________

Any medication being taken at present

YES _________ NO ________

Any Glasses: YES/NO

Contact Lenses: YES/NO

Hearing Devices: YES/NO

Date of Last Tetanus Booster: ________ / _______ / ________ (Month) (Day) (Year) Does member have all required immunization shots? _______YES ______NO

SOCIAL MEDIA CONDUCT & POLICY Social media allows for nearly limitless conversation worldwide – often in real time. We hope that Montana DECA personnel will participate in social media and enjoy its benefits, and we also expect everyone who participates in online commentary to understand and follow these simple but important guidelines. Keep in mind that our overall goal is simple: to participate online in a respectful, relevant manner that protects our reputation and of course follows the letter and spirit of the law. One way you can help to ensure this goal is to avoid being an official Montana DECA spokesperson. We have a specially trained DECA Communications and Public Relations staff who are the only authorized people to speak on Montana DECA’s behalf in online and print conversations. DECA members, including elected officials and staff that choose to participate in conversation where Montana DECA is mentioned or implied will need to adhere to the following guidelines, accurately identify themselves and their role within the organization, and the fact that the things they post are their individual opinion. These guidelines are designed to help you and Montana DECA achieve a more concise, clear, professional image. If one creates or contributes to blogs, wikis, social networks, virtual worlds, or any other kind of Social Media – Twitter, Yelp, Wikipedia, MySpace, Facebook along with thousands more in this realm where Montana DECA is mentioned or implied, here are some guiding principles for all to keep in mind and follow: THINK BEFORE POSTING: No use of social media publication may include confidential Montana DECA material, employment documents, or information that may deem detrimental to our business partners, investors, employees, or stakeholders.

IDENTIFY YOURSELF: Remembering that you are a member of Montana DECA is very important.

Whether you are an elected official, classified staff member, or student/employee director, your message can directly affect our initiatives and movements. When posting related to Montana DECA or its members you must identify yourself with the proper title and identify that it is your personal/individual opinion. Any specific comments related to a statement from Montana DECA must be made through our trained Public Relations and Communications staff.

REMEMBER YOUR WORK RESPONSIBILITIES: Do not let social media interfere with your ability to work with the student body or serve the Montana DECA organization.

DON’T MISLEAD OTHERS: Never represent yourself or Montana DECA in a misleading manner. You are solely responsible for the content you post or interact with online. Tell the truth, and don’t reference co-workers, fellow members, business partners, or other stakeholders without their expressed permission.

MEANINGFUL & RESPECTFUL COMMENTS: Stick to your experience level. Avoid harsh, misleading remarks on topics which you are not educated on. Remember your comments can directly affect and impact the professional image of all Stakeholders within Montana DECA. LEGAL MATTERS: Never comment on anything related to legal matters. Montana DECA has highly trained legal representation and staff to comment on legal matters dealing with Montana DECA action(s) and policy. All comments made on a legal note should be done after careful consultation with Montana DECA Legal Council and Montana DECA Public Relations and Communications Staff.

BE SMART: Take a moment to review your information prior to publishing. Remember that this information is stored and will be around indefinitely. Make sure you are publishing only what you mean.

Mean what you say and say what you mean. As Montana DECA elected officials, personnel, staff, and stakeholders, we strive very hard every day to uphold our professional image and unique culture. It is our values that direct the positive movement forward. With strong and enhanced internet communications we will continue to live up to the integrity, dedication, and enthusiasm that our stakeholders expect.

______________________________ Student Signature

_______________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature

_________________ Date

ATTENDANCE PERMISSION FORM ATTENDANCE

This is to certify that ________________________________ has my permission to attend the Montana DECA State Career Development Conference February 11-13, 2018 at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. I also do hereby on behalf of him/her absorb and release the school officials, the DECA Chapter Advisor(s), as well as Montana DECA Staff, Agents and Volunteers from any claims for personal injuries or illness which might be sustained while he/she is en route to and from or during the Montana DECA sponsored activity.

EMERGENCY

Any medical exceptions or modifications to the Montana DECA Medical Release form/code must be documented in the conference headquarters prior to the beginning of the conference. This is the responsibility of the local chapter advisor.

I authorize the chapter advisor or Montana DECA personnel the secure the services of a physician or hospital, and to incur the expenses for necessary services in the event of an accident or illness, and I will provide necessary payment for these costs: WALK-IN CLINICS Express Care 435 S. Crystal Street, #200 Butte, MT 59701 406.496.3670

HOSPITALS Anaconda Hospital 401 W. Pennsylvania St Anaconda, MT 59711 406.563.8500

DRUG STORES CVS Pharmacy 1275 Harrison Avenue Butte, MT 59701 406.723.9408

Focused Medical Care 300 W. Mercury Street Butte, MT 59701 406.494.3768

St James Healthcare 400 South Clark St Butte, MT 59701 406.723.2500

Walgreens 2611 Harrison Avenue Butte, MT 59701 406.782.5471

We have read and agree to abide by the delegate conduct practices and procedures and dress code. We also agree that the school officials, the DECA Chapter Advisor(s), and Montana DECA Staff have the right to send the student home from the State Career Development Conference at our expense, provided he/she has violated the delegate conduct practices and procedures and/or his/her conduct had become a detriment. We also authorize Montana DECA to publish press releases and media publications which could include my students name, photo, and/or voice. ________________________________ Student Signature

__________________________________ Parent Signature

________________________________ Chapter Advisor Signature

__________________________________ School Official Signature

________________________________ Insurance Company Name

____________________ Policy Number

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

JUL AUG OCT DEC JAN MAR

25-26

Emerging Leader Summit ∙ Fairmont Hot Springs Resort

26

Annual Business Meeting ∙ Fairmont Hot Springs Resort

23

Piper Jaffray Taking Stock with Teens Fall Survey Begins

7-11

Chartered Association Management Conference ∙ Orlando, FL

SEP

4

Stock Market Game Begins

26

Piper Jaffray Taking Stock with Teens Fall Survey Ends

1

State Conference Registration Site Open ∙ mtdeca.com

5-8

3

Chapter Campaigns Due ∙ Community Service Campaign ∙ Global Entrepreneurship Week Campaign ∙ Membership Campaign ∙ Promotional Campaign

8

Virtual Business Challenge Round #2 Begins

9

1

Advocacy Campaigns Due ICDC Registration & Housing Due to Google Sheets

18-19

5-8

New York Experience 2 ∙ New York City, NY

State Conference Deadlines ∙ SCDC Housing Due ∙ SCDC Registration Due ∙ Written Projects Postmark Deadline ∙ Special Award Nominations Due

23

14

11

14

NOV

18

29

1

Virtual Business Challenge Round #2 Ends

MBA Research Conclave ∙ Kansas City, MO

Montana ACTE Conference ∙ Billings, MT

Virtual Business Challenge Round #1 Begins

DECA MONTH National Honorary Life & Outstanding Service Award Nominations Due ∙ deca.org

Stock Market Game Ends

School-Based Enterprise Certification Documentation Due

Student Scholarship Application Due Online

22

DECA Idea Challenge Global Winners Announced

2018-2019

■ STATE CONFERENCE DEADLINE ■ ICDC CONFERENCE DEADLINE

2

30

9

31

Virtual Business Challenge Round #1 Ends

DECA Idea Challenge Begins

12-18

Global Entrepreneurship Week

15

Initial Membership Deadline ∙ deca.org/membership

15-17

Western Region Leadership Conference ∙ Anaheim, CA

16-18

Innovations & Entrepreneurship Conference ∙ Baltimore, MD Ultimate DECA Power Trip ∙ Baltimore, MD

DECA Emerging Leader Honor Award Application Deadline

State Officer Applications Due ∙ mtdeca.com/leadership

FEB

CTE MONTH

1

State Conference Top 8 - Written Event Finalists Announced State Conference Program Released State Conference Student Schedules Published

10-12

State Career Development Conference ∙ Fairmont Hot Springs

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15

28-Dec. 1

25

DECA Idea Challenge Entries Due

New York Experience 1 ∙ New York City, NY

ACTE Career Tech VISION ∙ San Antonio, TX

Initial ICDC Bump-Ups Due to Google Sheets

Piper Jaffray Taking Stock with Teens Spring Survey Begins

4

Advisor Scholarship Application Postmark Deadline

ICDC Housing, Airfare, Registration Payment Due to Montana DECA

Piper Jaffray Taking Stock with Teens Spring Survey Ends

APR

27-30

DECA International Career Development Conference ∙ Orlando, FL