Hector High School
11601 SR 27
Hector, AR 72843

ryan.riley@hectorschools.net
(479) 284-3536

Mr. Ryan Riley began his career in education with the Pocahontas School District as an assistant band director in 2008. In 2012, he joined Smackover High School as Director of Bands and Choral Music. He later served as Band Director at Barton Junior High in El Dorado before taking the position of Director of Bands at Parkers Chapel School District, where he worked from 2014–2017. Mr. Riley has proudly served the Hector School District since 2017 and is honored to lead the dedicated faculty and staff at Hector High School, who remain committed to supporting and empowering the students of our community.

Mr. Riley earned his Bachelor's degree in Instrumental Music Education from Arkansas State University in Jonesboro. He later completed his Master’s degree in Educational Theory and Practice (2010) and his Specialist in Educational Leadership (2016), also from ASU. He recently received his District Level Administrator certification and continues to be active in professional organizations, including the Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators (AAEA), the Arkansas Association of Secondary School Principals (AASSP), the Arkansas Leadership Academy Master Principal Program, and the Arkansas Tech University Teacher Education Committee.

Mr. Riley’s educational philosophy is centered on preparing students for success beyond high school—whether in college, career, or the military. He believes that small schools can offer personalized and highly effective educational experiences that rival or exceed those of larger districts. As principal, he remains committed to working alongside teachers and staff to ensure every student receives a high-quality education.

Mr. Riley and his wife, Kristen, were recently married and are raising a blended family of five children: Jack, Maisyn, Dansley, Emilia, and Carter. Together, they enjoy being active members of the Hector community. Mr. Riley looks forward to a successful and impactful 2025–2026 school year.

As always... Go Wildcats!