Superintendent
David E. Reilly is a seasoned educational leader with over 25 years of experience in public education, characterized by a deep commitment to student success, staff development, and collaborative leadership.
Mr. Reilly began his career as an English teacher at Woodside High School in the Sequoia Union High School District, where he taught grades ten through twelve and coordinated the school’s Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) self-study process. During his tenure, he earned recognition for his innovative teaching and was honored with several awards, including the Innovative Teaching Award (2001 and 2005) and the Seiko Outstanding Service Award (2005).
Following his years as a classroom teacher, Reilly served as an Administrative Vice Principal at Sequoia High School and later as Principal of Woodside High School, both Title I schools in Redwood City, CA. In these roles, he oversaw the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, strengthened academic supports for Title I students, and restructured the school’s special education program to promote inclusion and co-teaching models. He was also a presenter at the International Model Schools Conference, where he shared insights on instructional reform and leadership strategies.
In 2012, Mr. Reilly transitioned to district leadership as Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Student Services for the Sequoia Union High School District. There, he managed recruitment, hiring, and evaluation for a district of over 10,000 students, and helped design plans for a new Career and Technical Education (CTE) school.
In 2015, he joined the Elk Grove Unified School District as Associate Superintendent of Human Resources. Over the course of his tenure in EGUSD, he has retained the role of chief labor negotiator and, in addition to overseeing Human Resources, has also led the departments of Special Education and School Psychology in his current role as Associate Superintendent.
Throughout his decade of service at EGUSD, Reilly has fostered collaborative and transparent relationships with seven employee associations. His work has emphasized interest-based approaches, professional development, and collaborative decision making.
Reilly holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature with departmental honors from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), a single-subject credential in English from San Francisco State University, and a Master’s in Education, Administration, and Leadership from Notre Dame de Namur University, where he was recognized with the Outstanding Scholarship Award. He also completed the Stanford University Principal Fellows Program (2009–2012) and continues to serve as a presenter for the School Employers Association of California (SEAC).
David and his wife, Sandy, have raised two sons in Elk Grove—one a graduate of EGUSD who is now attending Southern Oregon University, and the other a current junior in high school. His personal and professional roots in the community reflect his enduring belief that strong schools are the heart of strong communities.
As Superintendent, Mr. Reilly is committed to continuing EGUSD’s tradition of excellence while fostering innovation, equity, and opportunity for all students. His leadership is guided by collaboration, compassion, and a steadfast belief in the transformative power of public education.
As Superintendent, Mr. Reilly is committed to continuing EGUSD’s tradition of excellence while fostering innovation, equity, and opportunity for all students. His leadership is guided by collaboration, compassion, and a steadfast belief in the transformative power of public education.
