Around the Southland: Sandburg robotics team advances, students at Bremen, Hillcrest and Oak Forest excell at state DECA, Rich Township singers lauded, and more.
Students at Oak Forest High School were among the state award winners at the recent DECA competition, in which students compete in such categories as business, hospitality, retailing and marketing. Students from Bremen High School in Midlothian, Hillcrest High School in Country Club Hills and Oak Forest High School brought home individual and chapter awards at the recent DECA state competition, which tests students skills in categories such as business, hospitality, retailing and marketing.
Oak Forest earned a philanthropy award and the highest award for community service, ethical and promotional involvement in the community. Based on their involvement throughout the school year, each member was invited to participate in the National Competition. Ashley Haston earned a five year service award as an advisor. DECA advisor Katie Gomez received a 10 year service award, and the Outstanding Advisor Award.
The regional robotics competition is an intense three-day event showcasing robots developed and operated by teams of high school students, according to a news release from the school. Working in tandem with the students are head coach David Brewczynski, coach and sponsor Rebecca Roti and volunteer mentor and alumni dad Mike Sommer.
The honor came with two sports tickets so Butler can see her favorite team play, along with a check to donate to her favorite local community charity.
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