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!

Welcome to the 24-25 school year, Hilltop Families!

Here at Hilltop, we follow the three bees focusing on Beeing Safe, Beeing Responsible, and Beeing Respectful! Our goal is to create new relationships and connections with families, staff, and students to make every student a successful, lifelong learner. Partnering home and school is critical as it only enhances your child’s education. My goal is to connect with all families throughout your child’s educational journey here at Hilltop!!