My name is Christy Brown and this is my 6th year as Principal at Hilltop. I am a McHenry native and Hilltop, Parkland, and MCHS graduate.  I have moved back to McHenry where I live with my Maltipoo, Finn, and my partner, Michael.  I enjoy spending time with my nieces and nephews, traveling, reading, and hiking.  It has been a dream come true to return home and lead the Hilltop community!

I found my passion for education through a non-traditional path.  I have an undergraduate degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in Sociology and Human Services Management.  After college, I worked in social service and community mental health while earning a Master's Degree in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago.  I worked as a school social worker and enjoyed mentoring new staff, leading IEP meetings, solution-finding difficult situations, and working in the school setting where I was able to support many children and families.  I continued on to earn a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Aurora University.  I then transitioned to administration which I have been enjoying for the past 11 years of my 21 years in education.  It is my joy and honor to serve the teachers, families, and students at Hilltop!