2015-2016
STATE OFFICER CANDIDATE HANDBOOK
THOROUGH REVIEW OF THE ENTIRETY OF THIS HANDBOOK
IS COMPULSORY FOR SUCCESS AS AN OFFICER CANDIDATE
STATE ACTION TEAM
Join the DECA State Action Team
Congratulations on considering candidacy for the Oklahoma DECA State Action Team. This is an excellent opportunity to
develop your leadership skills and professionalism essential for a successful career. Please strongly consider running for
state office only if you are very organized, motivated, and eager to work as a team, show initiative and exhibit high moral
and ethical standards. Be ready to make DECA your first priority and be willing to present a favorable image on behalf of
our organization
Oklahoma DECA seeks qualified candidates for the State Officer Action Team. If you wish to improve on the in the areas
of social maturity, communication, initiative, integrity, enthusiasm, and teamwork, you may be state officer material!
Are Your Eligible to Run for Office?
To be eligible for office, you must be currently enrolled in a Marketing related class and be in good standing with the
Local, State and National DECA organization. Candidates must currently be a sophomore, junior, or senior DECA
member with a scholastic average of 2.5 or higher (on a 4.0 basis) for each previous three completed semesters of school
prior to the Oklahoma DECA Career Development Conference. School registrar or counselor must certify grades and
affix the school seal or registrar's stamp on the Nomination form. You are required to attend the International Career
Development Conference (ICDC) and CareerTech University (CTU).
Definition and Roles
Officers of the Oklahoma Association of DECA are collectively known as the “State Action Team” and will consist of the
following offices: President, and the Regional Vice-Presidents from each state region of Oklahoma DECA. Officers of
Oklahoma DECA shall be elected at each annual Oklahoma DECA Career Development Conference and shall continue in
office until the close of the next annual conference. Each of the Regional Vice-Presidents will be assigned a secondary
set of duties along with their Vice-President’s role to aid in the facilitation of meetings.
Responsibilities
State officers must comply with policies and procedures as established by Oklahoma DECA. Specifically, state
officers shall:
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Attend all meetings as scheduled.
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Provide guidance, leadership, and inspiration to all members.
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Represent the views of the membership, not those of the individual officer.
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Maintain correspondence with typed, proper style communications.
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Wear the organization's official blazer when representing DECA.
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Fulfill their responsibilities, but shall not let them interfere with continuing their education.
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Refrain from serving on state, district, or chapter nominating committees; endorsing potential
candidates; being involved in any sort of campaign activities; or serving as a voting delegate.
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Notify the state advisor or designee and the division of Business, Marketing, & Information
Technology Education immediately of circumstances that prevent carrying out an assignment.
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Be reimbursed for expenses incurred while performing approved services for the Association.
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Be available to represent the organization as requested and approved by the state advisor or
designee and the division of Business, Marketing & Information Technology Education.
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Abide by the State Action Team Code of Ethics as established by Oklahoma DECA.
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Duties
The elected officers shall perform the duties provided in this section and such other duties as are prescribed for
the office in these bylaws, by the Executive Council, or in the adopted parliamentary authority.
1. Duties of the President. The President shall:
1. preside at all business meetings;
2. preside over the State Action Team meetings;
3. appoint all committee chairmen and members with the approval of the State Action Team and
State Advisor for a period not to exceed his/her term of office and assist these committees in their
activities;
4. serve as an ex-officio, nonvoting member of all committees;
5. perform other duties of a presiding officer;
6. promote the general welfare of the Oklahoma DECA Association.
B. Duties of the Vice-Presidents. The Vice-Presidents shall:
1. serve in any capacity as directed by the President;
2. accept the responsibilities of the President as occasions may demand;
3. assist in compiling and publishing the State Association Annual Report;
4. serve as a liaison between local member and the State Action Team;
5. contact each assigned local chapter at least every other month;
6. serve in secondary officer capacity as assigned by the State Advisor;
7. promote the general welfare of the Oklahoma DECA Association.
C. Secondary Duties of the Vice-Presidents. The Vice-Presidents shall also serve in the following
capacities:
1. Secretary
a. keep an accurate record of all business and State Action Team meetings;
b. promptly submit one (1) printed copy of the minutes and any substantiating reports to the
President, State Action Team, and the State Advisor.
2. Treasurer
a. present to the association when directed about the financial standing of the organization.
3. Reporter
a. prepare and submit the organization’s news to all news media;
b. serve as the public relations liaison to other state associations and the national
organization;
c. compile local chapter activity news for the state newsletter.
4. Historian
a. document and submit all historical events such as conferences, meetings, etc. to the
state chapter;
b. compile local and state chapter activities for the state scrapbook.
5. Chaplain
a. charged with appropriate inspirational exercises for council meetings and state
association meetings;
b. be available for promoting the general welfare of chapter meetings.
6. Parliamentarian
a. advise the President and other association members on the orderly conduct of business
in accordance with the organization’s bylaws and the current edition of Robert’s Rules of
Order, Newly Revised;
b. responsible for the general conduct at all business and State Action Team meetings;
c. rule on rules of order, should the occasion arise, during business meetings.
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State Action Team
Important Dates for the 2015-2016 School Year
Below are dates of meetings and conferences that you are required to attend unless otherwise noted. If any of these
dates are changed, you will be notified in a reasonable amount of time. The meeting times and dates are tentative:
March 10, 2015
DECA Day at the Capitol
Oklahoma City
March 24-25, 2015
State Officer Orientation / Training
ODCTE-Stillwater
April 25-28,2015
International Career Development
Conference (ICDC)
Orlando, Florida
May 26-May 29, 2015
CareerTech University (CTU)
Tulakogee Conference Center
June 16, 2015
Conference Call Update
10:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Conference Call
July 14, 2015
Conference Call Update
10:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Conference Call
August 3-4, 2015
CareerTech Summer Conference
(1 day required)
Tulsa Convention Center | TulsaTech
September 1, 2015
Monthly Meeting/ FLC Preparation
9:30 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Alexander Conference Room
October 6, 2014
Monthly Meeting / FLC Preparation
9:30 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Alexander Conference Room
October 28, 2015
Fall Leadership Conference (FLC)
Embassy Suites – Norman
November 17, 2015
Monthly Meeting
9:30 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Alexander Conference Room
December 15, 2015
Monthly Meeting
9:30 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Alexander Conference Room
January 12, 2016
Monthly Meeting / Officer Screening
9:30 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
Alexander Conference Room
February 2016
CTSO Day at the Capitol
Oklahoma City
February 8-10, 2016
State Career Development Conference
Tulsa Marriott Southern Hills
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OKLAHOMA DECA STATE ACTION TEAM
NOMINATING PROCESSES
Step 1: Officer Application Packet Check List
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Nomination Form
Signed Commitment Form
Résumé and Short Biography (50 words or less)
Candidate Photo (no smaller than a wallet size photo)
Official Transcript
State Action Team Information Form
Permission to Ride/Drive Form
Medical Information Form
3 Letters of Reference*
*Note: For the 3 Letters of Reference – one must be from your local chapter advisor, and one from your principal. These
letters of reference should be mailed separately from your office packet. DO NOT INCLUDE THESE references IN YOUR
PACKET. They should be mailed separately by your local advisor. Oklahoma DECA will place in your packet as we
receive them. All reference letters are due in the office by the time the application is due.
Put all materials in to a envelope, paper clip all documents together (DO NOT STAPLE) and mail to the Oklahoma DECA
State Office by December 16, 2014 at 4:30PM. Application must be received in the office by 4:30PM or application will not
be considered. No additional pages or materials should be included in this packet.
Please send packet of information to:
Dustin Devers, State Advisor
Oklahoma DECA
1500 West Seventh Avenue
Stillwater, OK 74074
Application Review & Notification of Acceptance
1. Each candidate's application forms and materials will be carefully reviewed for accuracy and completeness.
Candidates who submit handwritten, incomplete, and/or late application forms and materials WILL BE
automatically eliminated from consideration as a candidate.
2. Applicants and applicant’s local advisor will be emailed confirming acceptance as a nominee for State Action
Team.
3. Each candidate and their local advisor are required to attend the Officer Candidate Screening on January
13th, 2015 at 9:00AM at the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education in Stillwater.
4. Applicants are not candidates until they have passed the officer application and screening process. See the
Officer Screening Section for more information on the process.
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Which Office May I Run For?
Potential candidates will be asked to indicate which office they seek on the Nomination Form. The Nominations
Committee will rank the candidates based on their interview, examination, nomination form, all letters of reference, and an
official transcript. It is recommended that the candidate provide evidence or demonstrate a skill required to be successful
in the officer position.
Step 2: Officer Screening
Each candidate will need to prepare accordingly for the Officer Candidate Screening:
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Additional Copy of Candidate Nomination Form
Preparation for State Officer Candidate Examination
Campaign Budget
Prepared 1-3 minute Campaign Speech (to be videotaped for www.okdeca.org)
Preparation for State Officer Candidate Interview
1. State Officer Candidate Examination, a written test will be taken the day of the interview. The exam will cover
such areas as Marketing Management, DECA knowledge, competitive events, leadership, and parliamentary
procedure. Material may be taken from any of the following:
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Marketing Fundamentals Curriculum
DECA Direct
Oklahoma DECA Online Newsletter
Oklahoma DECA Bylaws
DECA Officer Handbook
Oklahoma DECA Website
National DECA Website
Roberts Rules of Order, Newly Revised
2. Campaign Budget, applicants will need to supply a budget for their campaigning materials. This budget will be
submitted during the State Officer Candidate Interview to be placed on file in the applicant’s nomination folder.
3. Videotaped Campaign Speech, while at the screening, each candidate will be videotaped giving a 1-3 minute
campaign speech to be placed on the Oklahoma DECA website for chapters to view. The recording will only be
utilized if the candidate meets the minimum requirements to be placed on the voting ballot at Spring Leadership
Conference. (Candidates must come prepared with a speech.)
4. State Officer Candidate Interview, the Nomination Committee will interview all potential candidates. An evaluation
sheet is available which will help you prepare for the interview.
There will be a possible 300 points that candidates may receive; the breakdown is as follows:
Nomination Forms
Current State Officers’ Perceptions
Candidate Agreement
Letter from Principal
2 Letters from Core Teachers
Official School Transcript Fall 2013
Examination
Interview
TOTAL POINTS
20 pts
20 pts
10 pts
10 pts
20 pts
20 pts
100 pts
100 pts
300 pts
In order to be considered a qualified candidate, one must receive 210 points (or 70 percent) of the possible 300
points.
Qualified candidates and the respective chapter advisor will be notified within a day or two after the screening.
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Officer Positions
The officer positions available for 2015-2016 are President and six (6) Regional Vice Presidents. The President may run
as a candidate from any of the six regions. Or you may run for Vice President of the Region in which your school is
listed. Only those schools within the candidates region will vote for a Vice President to represent their Region.
Candidate must come from one of these schools listed below
Region 1 Vice President
Tri County Technology Center
Vinita High School
Broken Arrow High School
Jenks High School
Jenks High School
Tulsa Technology Center
Tulsa Booker T. Washington
Grove High School
Region 4 Vice President
Carrie Miller
Emily Colvin
Debra Coffey
Sue Lynn Glidden
Liz Wright
Arlynda Sexton
Ruthann Markham
Briana Thurman
Norman High School
Norman North High School
Moore High School
Moore Norman Technology Center
Southmoore High School
Westmoore High School
Region 2 Vice President
High Plains Technology Center
High Plains Technology Center
Clinton High School
Duncan High School
Cache High School
Mustang High School
Yukon High School
Region 5 Vice President
Forrest Rogers
Marsha Bowers
Sherre Shepherd
Lesa Hefner
Kim Hewett
Michael Rachlin
Dana Kennemer
Midwest City High School
OKC John Marshall High School
Putnam City High School
Putnam City West High School
Putnam City North High School
Putnam City North High School
MetroTech Academy
Region 3 Vice President
Bixby High School
Muskogee High School
Ada High School
Ada High School
Durant High School
Latta High School
Noble High School
Oklahoma School for the Blind
Kim Williams
Jamie Wilson
Belinda Jolly
Nancy Holt
Carla Stanley
Kim Hancock
Karen Green
Carrie Todd
Marilynn Vrooman
Brandy Redus
Tammy Graves
Marie Page
Vacant
Region 6 Vice President
Susan Krebsbach
Karen Wilson
Melissa Wright
Jayna Moore
Sandra Jones
Stacy Oakley
Dawn Owen
Susan Young Mock
Stillwater High School
Ponca City High School
Edmond Memorial High School
Edmond North High School
Edmond Santa Fe High School
Francis Tuttle Technology Center
Bill Rogers
Heather Monks
Kim Walters
Barbara Inselman
Christy Flanigan
Natalie Jordan
Step 3: Campaigning
Campaigning of any kind at the State CDC will not be allowed until the time designated by the State Advisor, at which time
candidates will be allowed to set up a campaign booth. No food or drinks are allowed. Cooking is not allowed, no
exceptions. Campaigning will not be allowed during the Opening General Assembly. It will be allowed in the Second
General Assembly but only during the candidate’s time allowed for his or her speech. Candidates are required to furnish
the state office with a resume. Candidates should post their resumes in their campaign booth area. All campaign booths
and campaign areas must be completely cleaned up by curfew on Tuesday night.
Elections
Elections will be held at the Second General Assembly of the Oklahoma DECA Career Development Conference,
February 11, 2014.
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OKLAHOMA DECA STATE ACTION TEAM
CAMPAIGNING PROCESSES
The campaigning process should be a fun and rewarding experience. It is important that you plan your campaign
carefully. A well-planned and professionally run campaign will go a long way in assuring your success as a candidate.
PLEASE NOTE: BECAUSE OF THE SCREENING PROCESS, YOU WILL NOT KNOW EXACTLY WHAT OFFICE YOU
WILL RUN FOR UNTIL AFTER THE OFFICER INTERVIEWS. So do not order campaign materials imprinted with the
office until you know for sure that you are a qualified candidate for a specific office! The following guidelines may help you
in carrying out this important activity.
Preparation Prior to State CDC
Budget
Do not attempt to buy your office. The quality of your campaign should not be based on the amount of money spent.
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Get sponsors to help defray the cost of your campaign.
Use your funds as effectively as possible.
Contact Other Chapters
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Introductory Letter--You may want to send a letter of introduction to all chapters. This might include a photo,
resume, who you are, what office you are running for, your goals and objectives, etc.
Chapter Visits--You may also want to personally visit some of the chapters to let them get to know you.
Slogan
You need to come up with a theme or slogan that people will remember and the catchier, the better.
Campaign Materials
Allow plenty of time when ordering materials.
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Typical: Brochures or flyers, Buttons, Pencils Wrapped candy
Special: (These need prior approval from the State Advisor.) Audiovisual equipment (TV, DVD/Blu-Ray Player,
slide show, laptop computers)
Campaign materials will not be permitted to be displayed outside your designated campaign booth area.
Campaign materials are not allowed on any wall.
Campaign materials with sticky backs are not permitted.
Campaign materials out of the ordinary must have prior approval from the State Advisor.
All candidates will have one table to use as their campaign booth. All campaign materials must be displayed
within each candidate's designated area.
Easels--You will need to bring your own easels, as they will not be furnished.
Posters or banner--Limited by size of your campaign area.
Schedule--You may want to make a schedule for your campaign workers (chapter members) to work at your
booth.
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Campaign Booth
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A booth will be assigned to each candidate (depending on the facility, you may have to share the booth/table with
another candidate).
Each candidate’s résumé must be posted at the candidate’s booth.
You may not set up your campaign booth or begin campaigning before the time designated by the State Advisor.
All campaign booths and campaign areas must be completely cleaned up by curfew on the night designated at
the State CDC.
Cooking is not allowed. Pre-packaged food and bottled drinks including water are not allowed.
Any sound producing equipment should be kept at a volume that does not infringe on the campaigning of other
candidates.
State Officer Candidates will set up booths and meet regarding their campaign the evening prior to Opening
Session. Each candidate will have a 6’ table with tablecloth and two chairs. The candidate may bring one
standard size easel to be placed behind their table. *The campaign space cannot extend beyond the width of the
table provided.
State Officer Meeting
State Officer Candidates Meeting the night before conference starts. Booths cannot be set up until we are finished with
this meeting.
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Your attendance is required.
Held the evening before Opening Ceremony.
Explanation of rules and regulations for candidates.
Campaign Session (Second General Assembly)
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Held evening of the Opening session.
Each candidate will have an opportunity to deliver a speech.
Candidates for president will have three minutes for their presentations; all other candidates will have two
minutes.
Once the session begins, campaigning will be allowed only during your speech. Campaign materials may be
handed out during this time only.
Chapter advisors must attend and sit with their students at the Second General Assembly. Failure to do so
could result in the disqualification of their students as winners in their respective events.
Voting Session
Only voting delegates will be allowed in the room during the voting session. All other students, advisors and guests must
leave the voting session. If voting delegates do not arrive in time for roll call before the voting session, they will not be
allowed in the room and chapters not seated in the designated area during roll call or prior to the session; that chapter will
forfeit their votes.
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SIGNIFICANT NOTES
Required Monetary Deposit
A monetary deposit of $200 shall be provided by each officer to assist in payments for officer materials such as business
cards, official dress, polo shirts, etc. If the term of office is completed, this monetary deposit will be returned to the officer
at the end of State Leadership Conference. This deposit must be received on or before on the first day of Officer Training
in March. Make POs and checks payable to Oklahoma DECA.
Candidate, check with local advisor to answer the following question.
Once the candidate has been accepted to run for the State Action Team, the candidate’s school may need an invoice
before a PO is created to cover the monetary deposit.
Yes, school requires invoice
No, school does not require invoice
Please provide the address to e-mail or physically mail the invoice to.
E-Mail Address:
Physical Mailing Address:
Addressee (if other than advisor):
Address:
City:
State: Oklahoma
Zip Code:
Questions or Need More Information
Contact:
Mr. Dustin Devers, State DECA Advisor
Oklahoma DECA
1500 West Seventh Avenue
Stillwater, OK 74074-4364
Phone: (405) 743-5117
E-Mail: dustin.devers@careertech.ok.gov
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DECA STATE ACTION TEAM
NOMINATION FORM
Please Type All Information
Which officer position, are you running for:
Please choose one.
What Region are you from:
Please choose one.
If elected as regional vice president, you will be expected to fulfill one of the following secondary duties. Which do you fell
most suited for?
Secretary
Treasurer
Reporter
Historian
Chaplain
Parliamentarian
CANDIDATE INFORMATION
Name of Candidate
Phone Number
Complete Mailing Address
Email Address
Name of
Parent/
Guardian
Phone Number
(Please check one)
Complete Mailing Address
Hometown Newspaper
Newspapers Complete Mailing Address
Applicant’s Grade Level Please choose one.
Grade Point Average:
SCHOOL INFORMATION
Name of School
Phone Number
Complete Mailing Address
Local Advisor’s Name
Cell Phone Number
Local Advisor’s Email Address
Evidence of leadership ability in school, civic, or other organizations:
Name of Organization
From – To
Office Held
The above candidate is a member in good standing of his/her local chapter of DECA. To the best of my knowledge, all information submitted
on, with, or attached to this nomination form is factual and exists as presented. The candidate is enrolled in a state-approved vocational
marketing related program.
Chapter Advisor
If elected, I will attend ALL State Action Team Meetings, Leadership Conferences, and other dates specified by the List of Required Dates,
adhere to the Code of Ethics, actively serve in office to the best of my ability, and abide by the Constitution and policies of OKLAHOMA DECA.
Officer Candidate
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DECA STATE ACTION TEAM
COMMITMENT FORM
Desire and willingness to work are major qualities a state officer must possess. Please be sure you have the desire to do
your part and are willing to devote your time and efforts for a full year of service to DECA if elected. Please read the
commitment form carefully. It is important to realize you are agreeing with all of the commitments. The candidate,
advisor, and administrator are required to sign this form with the understanding that a state officer may be removed from
office if the state officer does not satisfactorily follow the standards listed below.
The State Officer shall:
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Commit the entire year to the DECA State Action team activities and treat all organization activities as a priority.
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Be committed to the Marketing Programs as a part of the career and technology education system in Oklahoma.
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Be willing to schedule my time to minimize conflict at home, work, and school to enable me to maximize my
participation in the DECA State Action Team.
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A monetary $200 deposit is required upon being elected at the State Career Development Conference. This deposit
helps to assist in payments for officer materials such as business cards, official dress, polo shirts, etc. If elected it
will be refunded to you at the end of your term providing the fact that you have fulfilled your obligations for the entire
year as a state officer.
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Behave in a courteous and respectful manner to your state advisor, your school advisor and your officer team,
refraining from language and actions that might bring discredit upon the association.
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In communication via email, text messaging, telephone or any social networking sites, you must behave in a
courteous and respectful manner to your state advisor, your school advisor and your officer team. You must refrain
from language and actions that might bring discredit upon the association. You will be verbally warned the 1 st time;
2nd time you are reprimanded you will be written up for the infraction; 3 rd time you will be dismissed from your office.
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Participate fully in all appropriate activities, conferences, workshops, business meetings, state action team
meetings, etc. for which you have responsibility. Absences from these activities will not be accepted and you will
result in the forfeiture of your office.
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Maintain frequent communication with all members of the state action team and advisors. Every memo or
communication (email, blog, Facebook, Twitter, etc.) you plan to distribute to the membership and their advisors
must be approved by your state advisor before distribution.
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Agree to maintain proper dress and good grooming so I will project a desirable image of the marketing student
organization at all times. I am responsible for the care of my clothing and realize that wrinkled clothing or worn out
hems are not acceptable at any time.
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Be willing to take and follow instructions as directed by your advisor and team members even though they may not
be in agreement with your desires.
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Serve as a member of the team and always maintain a cooperative attitude. Keep in mind that even if the majority
of your team votes and approves a decision or an action you personally don’t agree with, you will accept the
decision the team has made and follow through with the decision in a positive manner.
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Work in harmony with fellow officers, and not knowingly engage in conversations detrimental to other members,
officers, advisors, or other partners. Work without complaining about being tired, sleepy or overworked, etc
especially in public or around other DECA Members. In conference settings you will be dead tired but you must
project a positive attitude. Others are watching and listening.
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Treat all members of the student organization equally and without discrimination.
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Avoid places and actions that in any way could raise questions as to my moral character or conduct.
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Forego alcohol, tobacco, and illegal substances.
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Understand that I will be staying with the officer team during conferences and activities, and will be financially
responsible for any damages to property or furnishings in hotel rooms, private accommodations, and/or buildings I
am assigned.
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While staying with the officer team during conferences, meetings or other DECA activities, I agree to respect the
curfew that is set by the state advisor. Failing to abide by this rule results in immediate suspension of my office. If
found in the rooms of the opposite sex, this rule too results in immediate suspension. NO EXCEPTIONS.
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Strive through preparation and practice to develop into an effective public speaker and workshop presenter.
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Write all letters, thank-you notes, reports, and other correspondence regularly and on time.
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Not violate any state or federal laws.
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Conduct myself in a manner commanding respect without any display of superiority.
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Be willing to ask for and accept constructive criticism and evaluation of my total performance.
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Periodically evaluate my personality and attitudes and make efforts to improve.
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Communicate any circumstances that prevent carrying out pre-determined plans at assigned Conference to
appropriate conference personnel and your advisor. Do not try to handle a situation alone; that is what your advisor
is there for.
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Maintain at least a 2.5 grade point average during the term of office.
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Knowing that 5 people can serve as an Oklahoma voting delegate if attending the International Career Development
Conference, the entire team will be attending the voting session and the caucus sessions without complaint.
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Allow access to the state advisor and state state action team to any social networking site that a DECA Officer
participates in (such as Facebook, Twitter, Google+, etc.). I understand that these sites will be monitored and I will
remove any material that I am asked to.
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ATTENDANCE: State Officers are expected to attend all planned activities, no excuses. The Fall Leadership
Conference, the State Career Development Conference, CTSO Day at the Capitol, DECA Day at the Capitol, DECA
Officer Workshop 2 days, the International DECA Career Development Conference and CareerTech University
attendance is required. It is not an option. A State Officer will be dismissed if they fail to participate in these
activities.
All State Action Team Meetings (officer meetings) are required. There will be NO excused absences. A list of
activities will be given to each officer at the beginning of their term. This list should be presented to school officials
for approval. If enrolled in a college or university it is very important that this same list of events be presented to
each of your assigned professors at the beginning of each semester to avoid conflicts.
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Officers will travel together and shall be housed together as a team or as otherwise directed by the State Advisor to
all local, state, and national meetings.
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The state officer candidate’s local school administration must be made aware of the State Officer Candidate's
interest in running for a State Officer position. Thus they are made aware of the student's activities and can be
supportive of their DECA State Officer and their Chapter Advisor while attending required meetings with their “high
school” student serving as a DECA State Officer.
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It is imperative that all candidates are on time for all appointments and meeting and that they take an intelligent and
willing part in all activities and commitments. In this regard, candidates must be willing to put business before
pleasure.
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State officer agrees to the use of their image and name by Oklahoma DECA for media/promotional purposes.
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I understand that if I am elected to a State Action Team position, I will be required to attend all activities on the list of
Important Dates in this packet, which includes Fall Leadership Conference, State Career Development Conference,
CareerTech University, State Action Team Meetings, and other officer activities as assigned. The signatures below
indicate:
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An understanding of the duties assigned to the state officer
Acceptance of the responsibility to support and assist the candidate in the performance of the duties of his/her
office
Ensure that, if elected, officers and advisors are able to attend all required events.
I understand that if I violate or ignore any of the above standards, the following consequences may occur:
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Being removed from the conference and/or activity by the DECA state advisor, state chair, local advisor, or
other staff and sent home at their own expense.
Have any honors or offices withdrawn.
Monetary Deposit not being returned as the term of office was not completed.
While serving in the role of a State Action Team member, I agree to abide by all of these commitments and statements.
Candidate’s Signature
Parent’s Signature
I understand the duties of a state DECA officer and I agree to support and assist the candidate in the performance of the
duties and assignments during the term of office
Advisor’s Signature
I understand the duties of a state DECA officer and I agree to support the candidate and advisor in the performance of
their duties and assignments during the candidate’s term of office.
High School Administrator’s Signature
Technology Center Administrator’s Signature
NOTE: If a secondary student attends a technology center, both the high school and the technology center administrator
must sign.
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STATE ACTION TEAM INFORMATION FORM
Each state officer must complete this form and submit it as a part of the State Action Team Application. This is the document that will be
used to order needed items such as: business cards, jacket, polo shirt, etc. Be sure to properly record all information.
OFFICER UNIFORM ORDER FORM
Gentlemen
Dress Jacket / Blazer Size:
Example: 34S, 40R, 42L
Dress Shirt Size:
Example: 14 ½ 32-33, 17 ½ 36-37
Dress Slacks Size:
Example: 32 x 32, 36 x 32
Length:
30
Select...
14.5
30
15
34
Neck:
16
16.5
15.5
32
32
Waist
36
38
34
S
36
38
17
40
Chest:
42
44
17.5
46
18
48
32-33
X
40
M
42
44
52
54
Sleeve Length:
34-35
36-37
Inseam
30
32
29
L
50
XL
34
2XL
T-Shirt Size:
Polo Shirt Size:
Ladies
Length:
Dress Jacket / Blazer Size:
Shell Size:
2
Select...
2
4
4
6
6
8
8
10
10
Size:
12
12
14
Cut:
Skirt Size:
Select...
S
14
16
16
18
18
20
20
22
22
2
4
6
8
10
Size:
12
14
16
18
20
22
0
1
3
5
7
9
11
13
15
17
19
M
L
XL
2XL
T-Shirt Size:
Polo Shirt Size:
BUSINESS CARDS / NAME TAG
Indicate how you would like the information to appear on your name tag, and business card once you are elected. The
address on the business card will be the school address provided in the application, please ensure the address listed on
your application is correct.
Please type your name as you would like it to appear on your name badge / business card:
Would you like a phone number printed on your business card?
If yes, what phone number would you like printed on your business card? (
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Yes
No
)
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PERMISSION TO DRIVE FORM
Full Name of Applicant / Candidate / State Action Team Member:
Please check one or more of the following:
I/We give permission for the above member of the DECA State Action Team to drive a
personal vehicle to any approved DECA activities such as meetings, conferences,
chapter visits, etc. throughout their term of office.
I/We give permission for the above mentioned member of the DECA State Action Team
to ride with another member of the DECA State Action Team, State Action Team
Coordinator, State Advisor, State ODCTE Staff, or another local advisor to any approved
DECA activities such as meetings, conferences, chapter visits, etc. throughout their term
of office.
Required Signatures:
___________________________________________
State Action Team Member
Date: __________________
___________________________________________
Parent/Guardian
Date: __________________
___________________________________________
Local Chapter Advisor
Date: __________________
___________________________________________
High School Administrator
Date: __________________
___________________________________________
Technology Center Administrator
Date: __________________
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MEDICAL INFORMATION WORKSHEET
Complete the following for record on file at the Oklahoma DECA office. During an officer term there are times that the students will be travelling with Oklahoma DECA in state approved
transportation. A copy of this medical form is required for students participating in Oklahoma DECA off-site activities.
Student Information
First:
Middle:
Last:
Date of Birth:
Gender:
Grade:
Male
Student’s Home Address:
City:
Home Phone:
Cell Phone:
(
)
-
(
Female
State:
Please select
Zip Code:
Age:
)
-
Parent / Guardian Contact Information
First:
Last:
Home Phone:
(
)
Cell Phone:
-
(
Parent / Guardian Home Address:
)
Work Phone:
-
(
)
Relationship:
-
Please select
City
State
Zip Code:
Parent / Guardian Work Address:
City
State
Zip Code:
E-Mail:
Preferred contact phone in case of emergency:
Parent / Guardian Place of Employment:
Alternate Contact Information
First:
Last:
Home Phone:
(
)
Cell Phone:
-
(
Alternate Contact Home Address:
)
Work Phone:
-
(
)
Relationship:
-
Please select
City
State
Zip Code:
Alternate Contact Work Address:
City
State
Zip Code:
E-Mail:
Preferred contact phone in case of emergency:
Alternate Contact Place of Employment:
Doctor’s Information
Student’s Physician
Office Phone:
(
Physician’s Office Address:
City
Student is covered by group or medical insurance:
Medical Insurance Information
Yes (if yes, complete the following.)
Name of Insured:
Insurance Company:
Group Number:
Policy Number:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
)
-
State
Zip Code:
No (if no, skip to next section.)
Medical Conditions Questionnaire
Current Medications
Completely describe any medical conditions that may recur or be a factor in your medical treatment.
If officer / candidate is currently taking any medications, please list below:
Allergy
Physical Handicap
Convulsions
Medicine Reactions
Blackouts
Disease of any kind
Heart or Lung issues
Other
Name(s) of Medication(s):
Written permission and medical information worksheet / waiver of liability must be completed and on file with Oklahoma DECA before a student/officer can participate in a function relating to
Oklahoma DECA. In the event of illness or injury I the undersigned do here by authorize the supervisor to complete/perform the following selected option:
1.
Should it be necessary I give permission for immediate medical treatment, and if a parent/guardian/alternate contact person cannot be reached, the signature below gives the
acting supervisor / personnel permission to seek medical service for above named officer/participant and gives permission to the physician to render medical treatment deemed
necessary and appropriate. You should understand that the Oklahoma DECA has no insurance covering such medical or hospital costs incurred; therefore, any cost incurred for
such treatment shall be the participant/officer or undersigned person’s sole responsibility.
2.
Should it be necessary for medical treatment; a parent, guardian, alternate contact person must be contacted first before seeking medical treatment.
3.
In the event of an emergency, I do NOT give permission for medical treatment.
By signing this form, you agree that your student/officer may participate in Oklahoma DECA related activities and excursions. You also agree to release the Oklahoma DECA, its elected officials,
employees, and volunteer supervisors from any and all damages, as the result of death and/or injuries of any kind you and your child might suffer as a result of participating in these
activities/excursions, except for those that result from gross negligence or wanton and willful misconduct. This agreement to release does not apply to any independent contractors.
Parent/Guardian’s Signature: ____________________________________________________________ Date: __________________________
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