Harker’s DECA officers traveled to Santa Cruz last week for their annual retreat. The group focused on developing leadership skills, bonding with each other and preparing for the upcoming school year. Activities included solving an escape room, cooking within the sub-teams of executives, operations, competitions and public relations in an Iron Chef-like competition, some bonfire and beach time, as well as various leadership development activities throughout the days and evenings. Overall, the trip allowed officers the opportunity to get to know each other, grow together as a team, and prepare for DECA Launch and upcoming competitions during the school year.