Brevard Public Schools

Judge Refuses to End Probation for Former Cocoa Beach Teacher in Teen House Party Case

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By The Space Coast Rocket
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A Brevard County judge has denied a request to terminate probation early for former Teddy Roosevelt Elementary teacher Karly Anderson, who was convicted earlier this year on charges stemming from a house party involving roughly 100 teenagers at her principal’s home.

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Anderson was found guilty of resisting an officer and disorderly intoxication following the May incident, which drew widespread attention due to the involvement of school staff and minors. She was sentenced by Judge Kim Musselman to one year of probation. Her attorney, Ken Weaver, argued that Anderson had completed all requirements and should be released from the remainder of her sentence.

According to court records, Judge Ben Garagozlo rejected that request after reviewing the motion. The court had previously delayed the matter in September while waiting for a ruling on Anderson’s request to be refunded the $500 she was ordered to pay to the Children’s Advocacy Center.

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Weaver maintained that while minors were present at the party, Anderson’s charges did not involve direct wrongdoing toward any students. He told News 6 that his client had “done everything she’s supposed to do,” insisting her probation should have been terminated. When asked whether Anderson hoped to return to teaching, he said he did not know her plans but added that he did not believe she had been treated fairly during the case.

Anderson is also appealing her conviction.

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Meanwhile, the former Cocoa Beach Junior/Senior High School principal who hosted the party, Elizabeth Hill-Brodigan, is still awaiting trial on related charges.

The case continues to draw attention as questions remain about the handling of the party, the conduct of school employees, and the involvement of underage students. More updates will be provided as the case progresses.