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Conference Information

States is coming quick, and it's important to know the basics at DECA's California Career Development Conference (States CDC).

Registration Packet: Download
Due Date: Past due. Tentative Schedule: Download
Conference Fees: $349.00, checks payable to Monta Vista DECA. Financial aid is available; please contact Mr. Schmidt.

Judges and Chaperones: To make this event possible for safety reasons, chaperones are required. If your parent(s) would like to be chaperones, please return this form as soon as possible. Monta Vista DECA will cover transportation and lodging expenses for chaperones.

Rooming Assignments: Download Bus Assignment: Download

Location Information

Location: Irvine Marriott
Official Hotel Information
Location (Google Maps)

The Irvine Marriott will be the center of all DECA activities and competitive events at the States CDC. You will be responsible for showing up to all events on time, and meals will be on your own.

Restaurants within walking distance include:

  • Il Fornaio (across the street)
  • Dominoes Pizza
  • Prego
  • Taleo
  • Houston's
  • California Pizza Kitchen
  • Cheesecake Factory
  • PF Chang's
  • Sushi Bar (in hotel)
  • Elements 102 (in hotel)
  • Starbuck's Coffee (in hotel)

While there are other nearby restaurants, these are the closest to the hotel.

Monta Vista DECA Shopping Trips:

Fashion Island (Saturday, Mar 13 2010, 11:30am-2:30pm)
South Coast Plaza (Saturday, Mar 13 2010, 3:00pm-6:00pm)

Transportation

Departure Time: Our busses will leave the Senior Parking Lot at 6:45am SHARP on Thursday, March 11, 2010.
Return Time: Our busses will return to the Senior Parking Lot at around 6:00pm on Sunday, March 14, 2010.

Chaperones

All chaperones will be provided accomodations at the hotel free of charge. Chaperones are responsible for accompanying officer teams during room checks, assisting our advisors, and keeping track of students while at the conference.

If your parents are interested in chaperoning, please have them fill out this form and return as soon as possible.

Packing List

Girls:

  • Business Professional/Casual (refer to our "Dress for Success" presentation)
    • Blazer
    • Collared Shirt
    • Khakis
    • Black business shoes (high heels are not mandatory)
    • Nylons (important!)
  • Regular clothes (for free time, make sure they are appropriate)
  • Competitive events materials:
    • Written Events:
      • Extra copy of your written plan (in an official DECA folio)
      • Display board/laptop/other form of presentation
      • Charger for laptop (as applicable)
      • Extra materials for display board (in case it is damaged/lost in transit)
      • All other materials for your presentation
    • Roleplay Events:
      • Calculator (DECA requires a 4-function calculator, although sometimes they allow scientific calculators. If you elect to bring a scientific calculator, you should also bring a 4-function calculator as backup.)
        Note: Cell phones, iPods, and/or other electronic devices may not be used as a calculator!
      • Pencils (Tests are administered via Scantron)
      • Paper (for roleplays - they don't always provide paper)
  • Student ID (This is extremely important, as you will not be able to compete without it!)
  • Money - we suggest bringing a minimum of $100 for meals and/or shopping. Officers will not have any extra cash on hand.
  • Food/Snacks (as applicable): you may not have time for breakfast in the morning, depending on your event's time.
  • Cell phone/charger
  • Homework (we're from Monta Vista or Harker, both of which are famous for their academic prowess)
  • Stuff to do: video games, books, etc.
  • Swimsuit/sunblock (if you insist)


Boys:

  • Business Professional/Casual (refer to our "Dress for Success" presentation)
    • Blazer
    • Collared Shirt
    • Khakis
    • Black business shoes
    • Black socks
    • Belt
    • Tie
  • Regular clothes (for free time, make sure they are appropriate)
  • Competitive events materials:
    • Written Events:
      • Extra copy of your written plan (in an official DECA folio)
      • Display board/laptop/other form of presentation
      • Charger for laptop (as applicable)
      • Extra materials for display board (in case it is damaged/lost in transit)
      • All other materials for your presentation
    • Roleplay Events:
      • Calculator (DECA requires a 4-function calculator, although sometimes they allow scientific calculators. If you elect to bring a scientific calculator, you should also bring a 4-function calculator as backup.)
        Note: Cell phones, iPods, and/or other electronic devices may not be used as a calculator!
      • Pencils (Tests are administered via Scantron)
      • Paper (for roleplays - they don't always provide paper)
  • Student ID (This is extremely important, as you will not be able to compete without it!)
  • Money - we suggest bringing a minimum of $100 for meals and/or shopping. Officers will not have any extra cash on hand.
  • Food/Snacks (as applicable): you may not have time for breakfast in the morning, depending on your event's time.
  • Cell phone/charger
  • Homework (we're from Monta Vista or Harker, both of which are famous for their academic prowess)
  • Stuff to do: video games, books, etc.
  • Swimming trunks/sunblock (if you insist)

Last Reminders

Have fun at States, and good luck! Take this opportunity to meet other DECA members from around the state.

Attendance at the following general sessions is mandatory: Opening Session, Mini Awards Session, and Closing/Grand Awards Session.

Please be sure to show up at your event at least 15 minutes ahead of the scheduled time. Do not be late!

Keep in mind all the forms and contracts you have signed with the registration packets. We do operate by a zero tolerance policy and will not hesitate to send you home if necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there internet access?
Wireless and wired internet is available for $13.95/day (also includes unlimited local/long-distance phone calls).

Can I just leave the hotel whenever I want?
Please let an officer know if you will be heading out. It is also recommended to travel in groups.

Can I have a member of the opposite gender in our room?
No. Monta Vista DECA's travel policy does not allow members of the opposite gender in your room. No exceptions. Violations of this rule will result in being sent home immediately. Your parents will be responsible for arranging transportation to pick you up immediately. You will be told a different policy by California DECA, but remember to follow our policy!

Can I stay up as late as I want?
Yes, as long as you are inside your room by curfew. Monta Vista DECA will be conducting room checks every night, and guards will be outside in the corridors.

Having said that, as long as you are inside your room, you can stay up and play video games, watch TV, chat, etc.


Got more questions? Email an officer.