Hardin County Schools

Darrell Stricklin has been honored as the Tennessee Director of Career and Technical Education – West Tennessee Trailblazer Award recipient, a prestigious recognition awarded to CTE directors with six or more years of experience who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership at the county, state, and national levels. Under Stricklin's visionary guidance and unwavering advocacy, Hardin County has experienced significant growth in Work-Based Learning participation, providing students with invaluable real-world experience and meaningful career pathways. His transformative leadership continues to elevate Career and Technical Education throughout the district and beyond, making a lasting impact on student success and workforce development. Congratulations to Mr. Darrell Stricklin on this well-deserved recognition of excellence!