John Temple (born May 11, 1976) is an American politician and educator serving as a member of the

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for the 52nd district. He assumed office on November 8, 2022.

Early life and education

Temple was born in

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in 1976 and moved with his family to

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in 1981. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in math education from Southeastern University and a Master of Science in education leadership from

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Career

Temple began his career as a math teacher at

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. He later became a school administrator, working as an assistant principal, principal, and director of professional learning and accountability for the

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. Temple was elected to the

in November 2022.

References

Living people 1976 births Florida Republicans Educators from Florida Southeastern University (Florida) alumni Nova Southeastern University alumni People from Wildwood, Florida People from Sumter County, Florida Republican Party members of the Florida House of Representatives American school administrators American school principals {{Florida House of Representatives