LIBERTY HILL, Texas — The Liberty Hill ISD Board of Trustees is pleased to name Joyce Milam as the new principal of Bill Burden Elementary. Mrs. Milam has been the assistant principal at the campus for the past four years. She will continue to work in tandem with Christina Gamez for a smooth transition into the new role. 

“It is an honor to serve Bill Burden Elementary as its next principal,” Principal Milam said. “I am committed to maintaining the strong foundation already in place while working collaboratively with our staff, students and families to continue moving the campus forward.”

Mrs. Milam grew up as a student in Liberty Hill ISD. She has since dedicated the past 23 years with Liberty Hill ISD as an elementary teacher, behavior interventionist, and assistant principal. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Tarleton State University and her Master of Education in Educational Administration from Lamar University. 

Throughout her career, she has built strong instructional foundations and relationships with her students and families. She has worked closely with teachers and administrators to support behavior planning, strengthen instructional practices, and enhance campus, operations and student support systems.

Liberty Hill ISD Interim Superintendent Travis Motal shared his enthusiasm about the new role. “Joyce has been part of the Liberty Hill community for generations and part of Bill Burden Elementary for more than 20 years,” he said. “Her deep roots, unwavering dedication, and commitment to building future ready graduates make her the right leader for this campus. I know our families will appreciate the continuity and care she brings to this role.”

Milam and her husband, Zack, live in Liberty Hill with their two children. Their son, Blaze, is a 2024 graduate of Liberty Hill High School and plays baseball at Galveston College. Their daughter is a junior at Liberty Hill High School and a member of the varsity girls’ basketball team. Their family also includes three dogs – Annie, Baylee, and Bentley – who keep life busy and fun. Outside of school, Milam enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and relaxing at the lake – their happy place.