In a shocking incident that has rocked the community of Cocoa Beach, Florida, an elementary school principal was taken into custody following a house party attended by over 100 children where alcohol was reportedly consumed. Elizabeth Hill-Brodigan, the 47-year-old principal of Roosevelt Elementary School, faced arrest on January 19 after police responded to reports of a large gathering at her residence. Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered numerous minors dressed in matching t-shirts, many of whom were drinking alcoholic beverages from coolers inside the home.

The situation escalated when emergency services had to intervene due to a child experiencing severe intoxication outside the principal's property. Brevard County Fire Rescue personnel were called to assist the young individual who was in critical condition. Another minor was apprehended nearby for driving under the influence. Compounding the issue, Karly Anderson, an intoxicated teacher from Roosevelt Elementary, approached officers at the scene, admitting her presence at the event. Both Hill-Brodigan and Anderson were subsequently arrested and charged with felony child neglect and misdemeanor charges related to contributing to the delinquency of minors. Additionally, Hill-Brodigan faces a charge for holding an open house party.

Brevard Public Schools promptly placed both educators on administrative leave as they await the outcome of the ongoing police investigation. The district expressed deep concern over the allegations, emphasizing their unwavering commitment to student safety. Despite Hill-Brodigan’s long-standing dedication to education—having served Brevard County for 23 years and earning recognition as Teacher of the Year—the incident underscores the importance of responsible leadership and the protection of vulnerable youth. This case serves as a stark reminder of the trust placed in educators and the grave consequences of breaching that trust.