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School committee approves DECA trip to Atlanta for 17 students; fundraising underway
Summary
The committee unanimously approved a DECA advisor's request to send 17 students to the international conference in Atlanta; the trip is estimated at about $23,000 overall and the advisor described fundraising channels and prior donations that covered costs for students previously.
DECA advisor Mrs. Richard described plans for a DECA international conference in Atlanta for 17 Coventry students who qualified through state competition. “Of these 17 who qualified…only seven competed last year,” the advisor said, noting participants range from grades 9–12 and some qualified by placing top two in Rhode Island.
The advisor said the trip cost is currently about $23,000 and staff have established a Zephy account approved by the finance department to accept donations and business sponsorships; she said a prior generous donation covered costs for students who went last year. Committee members pressed for details on student transportation and safety; the advisor said organizers will not use Uber and will opt for bus or arranged transit from the airport.
Committee members praised the revived program and its benefits. The committee voted to approve the DECA field trip to Georgia, 5–0.
What’s next: Mrs. Richard and school staff will continue fundraising and provide clearer logistics to committee members; the school will post fundraiser information on the Coventry High School Facebook page and consider adding a pop‑up or QR code for easier donations.
