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Board honors Police Chief Joe Hoffman and hears Madison Elementary students on STEM Night
Summary
The board recognized Redondo Beach Police Chief Joe Hoffman for his years of service and heard presentations from Madison Elementary students and the PTA about hands‑on STEM Night activities and an upcoming demo day.
The board formally recognized Redondo Beach Police Department Chief Joe Hoffman, praising the department's partnership with schools and the role school resource officers play in student safety and community relationships. "Trust and safety" were highlighted by Hoffman as shared goals of the police department and the district.
Madison Elementary Principal Janine Hollow introduced students who described STEM Night activities—marshmallow towers, bracelet circuits and grip‑strength testing—and invited board members to a January demo day showcasing elementary‑level STEM work and Lehi robotics across district elementary schools. Student speakers Carly Mittsman, Liv Mittsman, Zane Kazi and Adele Flangold described hands‑on learning that, they said, made them feel like scientists and engineers.
Board members thanked Madison's staff and PTA for organizing the events, and the board and students took a recognition photo.
Next steps: The district will continue school site outreach and the superintendent noted upcoming safety trainings and new staff photos on district channels.
