RHS' DECA Dominates

On Friday, January 23, DECA advisors and business teachers, April Bragg and Vince Paparella, took 13 students to the Central Ohio DECA District 8 Competition held at Capital University. Nine area high schools attended in large numbers, making for a competitive and exciting event.

Students were given real-world business problems to solve. After a set preparation period, each student presented their solution to a panel of judges, demonstrating problem‑solving, professionalism, and business acumen.

We are proud to announce that 6 of our 13 students earned advancement to the State Competition. Congratulations to all 13 students for their hard work, excitement and willingness to try a new experience and to Ms. Bragg and Mr. Paparella for their guidance and support.

The following students placed in the top 3 and have qualified for states in February:

1st - Sports and Entertainment Marketing (team event) Riley A. and Lyric K.

1st -  Principles of Entrepreneurship Anzal O.

2nd - Principles of Hospitality Z'hyanna W.

3rd - Principles of Business Management and Administration Beverly W. 

3rd - Business Finance Series Lenijso M.

Others that competed were: Jada M., Arun A., Prabha P., Smiriti P., Jahra O., Everline N., and Aayush M.