From March 6th to March 8th, Farmingdale High School DECA students enthusiastically participated in the Annual New York State Career Conference. Farmingdale saw its most prominent student delegation this year, resulting in outstanding accomplishments. Accompanied by dedicated chaperones, the students had a fulfilling and educational experience.Fifty-one students participated in individual and team role-play competitions, attended leadership workshops, and networked with over 2,500 peers across New York State. Everyone was impressed by Farmigdale's dedication and professionalism.
Fourteen Dalers were honored with prestigious awards:
- Carajean Allen - Personal Financial Literacy Top 10 Exam, Top 10 Role Play, Top 10 Overall
- Buddy Barbuto - Accounting Applications Top 10 Role Play 1, Top 10 Role Play 2, Top 10 Overall
- Yusra Mir - Retail Merchandising Top 10 Role Play 1, Top 10 Role Play 2
- Alex Grandine - Marketing Communications Top 10 Role Play 1
- Marisa Karlsen - Quick Serve Restaurant Management Top 10 Role Play 1
- Riley Walsh - Apparel & Accessories Marketing Top 10 Role Play 1
- Aubrey Kelly - Human Resources Management Top 10 Role Play 2
- Sophia Weston - Restaurant & Food Services Management Top 10 Role Play 1
- David Aponte & Jelani Harris - Entrepreneurship Team Top 10 Role Play
- Matthias Brunswick & Jack Hothersall - Financial Services Team Top 10 Role Play
- Katherine Marcia Chacon & Jimena Onoro - Financial Services Team Top 10 Role Play