State Career Development Conference (SCDC)

The pinnacle of Oregon DECA is the State Career Development Conference. Nearly 1,000 students from all over Oregon come to compete for an opportunity to advance to the International Career Development Conference. Aside from competition, this three-day conference includes many networking opportunities, leadership sessions, and a chance to create lasting friendships among chapter members.

Date

February 22-24, 2026

Registration Deadline

Early Bird Registration
Deadline & Rate Announced Following May Board of Trustees Meeting

Regular Registration
Deadline & Rate Announced Following May Board of Trustees Meeting

Location

Holiday Inn
Columbia Riverfront | 909 North Hayden Island DR | Portland, OR


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Registration Information

Documents for the 2026 SCDC (will be linked as available)

  • SCDC 2026 – Registration Guide
  • Conference Agenda
  • SCDC 2026 Competitive Events by Day
  • Conference Policy & Procedures
  • State Conference Information
  • Online Registration Portal
  • Membership Portal
  • SCDC Form A1 – Hotel Information
  • SCDC Form A2 – Rooming List Template
  • SCDC Form B – Advisor Statement of Assurance
  • SCDC Form C – Student Release
  • SCDC Form D – Written Event Directions (Advisors)
  • SCDC Form D – Written Event Directions (Students)
  • Statement of Assurance (students)
  • SCDC Form E – Service Request

Mobile Site & Onsite Resources (linked as available)

  • SCDC Mobile Site
  • Member Experience Guide
  • Workshop Schedule
  • Awards Overview

Recognition Forms (linked as available)

  • Award of Merit Nomination Form 2026
  • Honorary Life Member Nomination Form 2026
  • Oregon DECA Chapter of the Year 2026
  • Outstanding Alumni Award Nomination Form 2026
  • Outstanding Service Award Nomination Form 2026

Conference Judging

Looking for information on how to serve as a judge at SCDC?  Please visit our judging page for more information.

Learn About Judging

Future Dates & Locations

New dates and location coming soon!