I am excited to begin my 9th year as principal of Hillside Elementary and my 38th year as an educator.

I firmly believe that elementary schools should be the focal point of inclusive learning communities that create welcoming and nurturing environments where children are excited and motivated to learn. At Hillside, administrators, teachers, and support staff are committed to fostering personal relationships based on mutual respect and appreciation for diversity and blended cultures in which all stakeholders feel valued, seen, and heard.

Email Chris Mills  

Hello Hillside Hawks! I am thrilled to be back. There is going to be so much joy as we start this school. As Assistant Principal, I have the honor of supporting students, their families, and our staff as we come together to support student social, emotional, and academic growth. My driving purpose this year is to help our students, their families, and our staff know they are valued, loved, and a vital part of our school community. 

 I started my career in education as a special education TA (at Hillside!) in 2012 in Loudoun County.  The challenge of learning and growing as an educator and a person invigorates me.  My roles in LCPS included the opportunity to serve as a self-contained K-2 teacher for students with emotional disabilities, a cross-categorical teacher for grades K-5, an administrative intern for Park View High School’s Credit Recovery program, and a summer school principal for Arcola this past summer. These different experiences have instilled in me the importance of teamwork, patience, and celebrating even the smallest moments of success. There is so much we will accomplish together this year!

 "The most useful asset of a person is not a head full of knowledge, but a heart full of love, with ears open to listen, and hands willing to help."-unknown

My name is Kristy Luxton, and I am excited to return as the Academic Dean at Hillside.  I enjoy working with the students and families we serve at Hillside. I have spent the last 6+ years teaching first and third grade at Little River Elementary. I have been an educator for over 20 years.  I have taught in Connecticut and Virginia in K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th grade levels.  I served as an assistant principal in Loudoun County before taking time off to be home with my children.  I earned my bachelor's and master's degrees in Elementary Education at the University of Connecticut.  Additionally, I earned an Education Specialist degree from the University of Virginia in Administration and Supervision.  

Outside of school, you will likely find me at a football field, basketball court, or at the theater.  My twins are now high schoolers, and we keep very busy with sports and activities.  Our sweet dogs, Poppy and Butter, also keep us on our toes with their silly capers.

My goal is to do all I can to support our students and staff to reach their greatest potential.