With dedication, strategic vision, and a passion for student success, Mrs. Grimes has guided the CBA DECA chapter into a year of unprecedented achievement. As NC DECA District II Chairperson, she planned and executed the 2024 NC DECA District II Marketing Competitive Events Conference in the fall, leading her students to achieve numerous recognitions.
One of DECA’s core values is philanthropy, which CBA DECA fulfilled through various year-long projects such as donating to Hurricane Helene and partnering with The Indigo assisted living facility, earning them 8 first place winners and 5 second place winners at the NC DECA State Competition in February. A highlight of the competition was Mrs. Grimes receiving the Clifton B. Belcher Professional Division Award, naming her a NC DECA Marketing Teacher of the Year. Additionally, the chapter was awarded the North Carolina DECA Civic Awareness Award for their dedication to giving back to Western NC in their time of need.
CBA DECA will take 16 qualifiers to the DECA International Competition in Orlando, Florida in April to compete for an international award.
Most recently, Mrs. Grimes has been named the CBA CTE Teacher of the Year, and her exceptional leadership and dedication were further recognized when she advanced to compete against the district's finest, ultimately winning the District Level CTE Teacher of the Year award. Congratulations, Mrs. Grimes!