Chapter Spotlight

As one of the oldest DECA chapters in Connecticut, Trumbull High School made a return to state competition in 2010 after a 10-year absence.  Their enthusiasm and energy showed.  First year advisor Todd Manuel brought ten students to the Aqua Turf last March hoping to introduce them to the DECA state conference experience.  They learned quickly as six students earned the right to attend ICDC in Louisville.  It didn't stop there.

The students enjoyed great success in Louisville as the first group of Trumbull students to participate in a national event of any kind in over 40 years.  Their ICDC experience was capped off with two students "making the stage" as event finalists.  Erica Ozolins earned a yellow ribbon for her Top 20 exam score in the Principles of Hospitality and Tourism event.  Kevin Meeson was named a Top 10 Overall Finalist in the Principles of Finance event.

While in Louisville, "Team Trumbull" also accomplished a feat that many would consider even more impressive than their competitive performances.  Collectively, they traded for each of the 54 delegation pins available - including the highly sought after Guam pin!  "The five students really got the complete DECA experience this year - from the Fall Conference all they way to Louisville.  I am very proud of this group, and very excited for the future of Trumbull DECA," said advisor Todd Manuel.