TITLE: Congratulating Earl Nottingham on his recognition as a Distinguished Alumnus of Temple ISD by the Temple Education Foundation.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Earl Nottingham on his recognition as a Distinguished Alumnus of Temple ISD by the Temple Education Foundation.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Earl Nottingham is being recognized as a Distinguished Alumnus of the Temple Independent School District at the annual awards dinner of the Temple Education Foundation on October 21, 2021; and WHEREAS, Each autumn, the TEF awards gala raises funds for student scholarships and innovative teaching grants; the event also offers an opportunity for the foundation to honor distinguished alumni who have gone on to successful careers; and WHEREAS, A 1972 graduate of Temple High School, Earl Nottingham is widely considered one of the preeminent photographers in Texas; he attended The Art Institute of Atlanta and earned a bachelor's degree in photography from East Texas State University, and after working as a successful freelancer, he became chief photographer for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in 1996; and WHEREAS, Over the course of his impressive 25-year career with TPWD, Mr. Nottingham journeyed to every corner of the Lone Star State, creating a vivid visual record of its sweeping landscapes, fascinating people, and many historical treasures; he retired from TPWD in 2021, and he continues to shoot professional assignments and teach photography workshops; he is also a popular public speaker; and WHEREAS, A proud son of Temple, Earl Nottingham has built upon the strong educational foundation he received in the community's schools to pursue an impressive and fulfilling career, and he is a worthy recipient of this prestigious award; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate Earl Nottingham on his recognition as a Distinguished Alumnus of the Temple Independent School District and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Nottingham as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Shine Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 98 was adopted by the House on October 14, 2021, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House