Carroll County Technical Center

THROWBACK THURSDAY – Today’s “Blast from the Past” images were featured in one of the local newspapers in the Fall of 1985. Both images highlighted the CCTC HOSA Officers from the AM and PM classes for the 1985-1986 school year.

AM OFFICERS (All Standing L to R): Regina Depriest (WCHS – President), Tracy Bynum (WCHS – Vice President), Kim Williams (HHS – Secretary), Genny Matlock (WCHS – Treasurer), Donna Green (WCHS – Reporter), Lisa Crocker (WCHS – Historian), Tammy Pritchard (WCHS – Sentinel), Karen Drinkard (WCHS – Parliamentarian), and Tammy Webb (WCHS – Chaplain).

PM OFFICERS (Standing L to R): Jenny Chapman (MHS – Reporter), Tammy King (HRBCHS – Historian), Tammy Chesser (MHS – Sentinel), Kristy Fields (MHS – Parliamentarian), Samantha Jamison (HRBCHS – Chaplain) Seated: Dee Clements (HRBCHS – President), Danielle Webb (HRBCHS – Vice President), Leigh Ann Smith (MHS – Secretary), and Rena Reaves (MHS – Treasurer)

CCTC extends its sincere gratitude to the businesses, healthcare providers, and government agencies that partnered with us to provide clinical internship opportunities for students across Carroll County.

This year’s placements included the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, Carroll County Juvenile Court, 24th Judicial District Attorney’s Office, Evans Clinic, City Drug, and TriStar Family Health Care.

These internships provide students with invaluable real-world experience, helping them develop professional skills, critical thinking, and career readiness while connecting classroom learning to future career pathways.

CCTC deeply appreciates the continued support and investment these organizations make in preparing the next generation of professionals and community leaders.

THROWBACK THURSDAY – Today’s “Blast from the Past” image was featured in the McKenzie Banner on Thursday, February 9, 1983. Carroll County Executive, Wesley Beal, Jr. signed a proclamation to celebrate “Vocational Education Week.”

CCTC Student Organization Club Presidents were highlighted as a part of this proclamation. PICTURED: (L to R) Theresa Horton (HOSA President), Jeff McKinney (VICA President), Kay Cole (HERO President), and Jodi Hart (OEA President). SEATED: Carroll County Executive, Wesley Beal, Jr.

CCTC Student Spotlight (Brent Pullen – Senior McKenzie HS) Brent was enrolled in Mrs. Ashley Smith’s CLINICAL INTERNSHIP course. Over the semester this student completed his field experience with the Huntingdon Fire Department and Hospital Wing 6 – Carroll County.

CCTC would like to express our gratitude to Hospital Wing 6and their Huntingdon Program Director Andy Rice for providing a work site for Brent. (Pilot – Jeff Bragg and Flight Medic – Patrick Burns) In addition, CCTC extends our gratitude to the Huntingdon Fire Department and Chief John Fordon for shaping this unique experience for Brent.

Shaping strong clinical internship experiences for high school students interested in becoming first responders is critical to preparing them for the demands of emergency service careers. Early exposure to real-world medical and emergency environments helps students develop leadership, quick decision-making skills, teamwork, and compassion under pressure.

These experiences provide valuable insight into the responsibilities of EMTs, paramedics, firefighters, and other emergency personnel while building confidence and professionalism. By offering mentorship, hands-on training, and meaningful patient-care experiences, clinical internships can inspire and equip students to serve their communities with courage, skill, and dedication.

CCTC’s Culinary Essentials students have engaged in an intensive and highly productive culmination of the academic year, dedicating the past several weeks to the completion of comprehensive capstone projects that synthesize both theoretical knowledge and applied culinary practice.

As previously emphasized, culinary mastery cannot be achieved through passive observation or textual study alone; rather, authentic comprehension emerges through experiential engagement in the culinary laboratory, where technique, precision, and critical thinking converge in practice. Under the guidance of Mrs. Michelle Crowell, these “Kitchen Lab” experiences have transformed abstract classroom instruction into sophisticated demonstrations of professional culinary competency. The students’ performance has been exemplary, yielding outcomes that have been as intellectually impressive as they have been highly compelling, with the hallways permeated by the rich aromas of their culinary creations.

CCTC’s Culinary Essentials Program of Study further distinguishes itself through its partnership with TCAT Henry–Carroll as a dual enrollment initiative, enabling students to earn postsecondary credit while simultaneously completing their high school education. Notably, CCTC is one of only three institutions in the state of Tennessee selected to offer this exceptional TCAT opportunity at the secondary education level, underscoring the program’s academic rigor, innovation, and statewide significance.

CCTC is proud to announce that the TVA EnergyRight Program has awarded the school a $10,000 School Uplift Grant. These grant funds will be used to strengthen and enhance all nine Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs of Study while also supporting important facility improvements.

A portion of the funding will be dedicated to upgraded exterior LED lighting to improve the safety and security of the campus during evening hours. The funds will support the SCOPE 1 project, which was selected through a vote by CCTC students enrolled during the spring semester. Approved items include exterior LED wall packs, plywood (42 sheets), a track torch, digital camera, freeze dryer, office chairs, microwave, CR-3D scanner, door handler, E-Z Flex Bench, forensic kits, police body cameras, and a “See T Sally – Trainer.”

CCTC would like to recognize and thank the students who played a key role in completing the grant requirements, as well as the faculty and staff for their dedication to the energy-saving initiatives implemented throughout the school year. Appreciation is also extended to the administration, including Principal Norval (CCTC Energy Champion) for overseeing the supervision and logistical requirements associated with the TVA program. Special recognition goes to Mrs. Hillary Clifft and her Social Media students, whose contributions were instrumental to this year’s efforts. CCTC also extends sincere thanks to the Carroll County Electric Department, including Ryan Drewry and his staff, and the West Tennessee Public Utility District, including Brent Dillahunty and his staff, for their continued support and partnership.

These grant funds provide direct access to essential classroom and shop supplies at no cost to the district, ensuring that students and teachers have the resources needed for hands-on learning, career skill development, and instructional success

Today, May 15th, on National Police Officer Day, we proudly recognize and celebrate the two dedicated law enforcement professionals who faithfully serve the Carroll County Technical Center. Their professionalism, courage, and unwavering commitment help create a safe and supportive environment for our students, staff, and community each and every day.

Deputy Nick Lowe of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department is recognized for his remarkable 25 years of service in law enforcement. His dedication to protecting and serving the community reflects a career built on integrity, professionalism, and commitment to others.

The CCTC also proudly honors Dr. John Tankersley, a retired D.E.A. Special Agent with more than 34 years of distinguished experience in the field of law enforcement. In addition to celebrating his outstanding career of service, we are grateful for his continued impact during his second career as the Criminal Justice Instructor at CCTC over the past four years. His leadership, knowledge, and mentorship continue to shape and inspire the next generation of criminal justice professionals.

Today, we extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation to both men for their sacrifice, service, and dedication. Their contributions to law enforcement and to the Carroll County Technical Center family are deeply valued and greatly appreciated.

“True law enforcement service is built on courage, integrity, sacrifice, and a steadfast commitment to protecting others—even when no one is watching.” “Behind every badge is a commitment to serve with honor, lead with courage, and protect with selfless dedication.”

THROWBACK THURSDAY – Today’s “Blast from the Past” image was featured in the Carroll County News Leader in the Fall of 1989. These CCTC students were the newly elected officers and members of Mrs. Johnny Beth Nolan’s afternoon HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) Club.

PICTURED: (Seated): Becky Luckett (President), Tammy Hearn (Vice-President), Angie Fenti (Secretary), Stacey Berry (Treasurer), Melissa Vermillion (Parliamentarian), Crystal Taylor (Sentinel). Members - Standing: Bobby Blackburn, Gwen Bradley, Sherry Horton, Elizabeth Bratton, and Brenda Melton.