Ten Fast Facts About Eric Temple, Overlake’s Interim Head of School

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Grew up in New York, lived in Massachusetts, and then moved to California in 1988 — never looking back.

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Failed retirement. After retiring from Lick-Wilmerding High School after 2021–22 school year, Temple joined Educators Collaborative, a full-service consulting firm for schools.

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Has been the Head of School for two California independent schools.

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Is an English teacher by trade, but currently is an Executive Coach, Search Consultant, and enjoys doing workshops on school culture, strategic thinking, DEIJB, and the future of independent schools.

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Currently lives with his husband, Garry, in Palm Springs. They’ve been married for 23 years.

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Is a strong believer in the transformative impact of experiential education.

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Doesn’t currently have any pets but he grew up riding horses and competed in the National Horse Shows, and then coached the Tufts University Equestrian Team to second place in the National Collegiate Finals.

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Hobbies include woodworking, gardening, and hiking. Recently developed a love for riding electric bikes all over the place.

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Is super excited about being with fifth through 12th grade students at Overlake. He loves our project-based learning and out outdoor education, the beautiful campus and warm community where connection is of vital importance. He’s also excited to live in the PNW for a year.

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Begins at Overlake right after the 4th of July.