2026 CASE Conference

Richard Templeton
Supervisor of Student Services
Muscle Shoals City Schools


Dr. Richard Templeton is a Certified Instructional Leader recognized for his strategic, forward-thinking approach to complex special education issues. With 25 years of experience, he has served as a special education teacher, resource specialist, adjunct professor, and administrator of special education. A respected figure in the special education community, Dr. Templeton is widely known for his expertise in collecting, analyzing, and applying data to evaluate the appropriateness of FAPE offers. He specializes in using data-driven strategies to identify program strengths and weaknesses, address compliance and substantive issues, and guide the development of effective practices. Dr. Templeton has presented extensively at the state and national levels on topics related to special education leadership and evidence-based practices. He currently serves as President-Elect of the Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE) and previously chaired the CASE Product Review Committee.

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