An Arizona school board member is under scrutiny after allegedly making a Nazi salute during a heated meeting. Kimberly Fisher, a member of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board, faces pressure to resign after the incident involving board President Paul Carver Jr.
During a meeting on May 26, Fisher reportedly raised her arm and said, “Heil, heil,” amid a tense discussion with Carver over scheduling a community study session regarding district boundaries. Fisher opposed holding the session in the afternoon, arguing it would limit community attendance.
“The whole point of having a study session with our community is that we can get their input and they can hear our discussions,” Fisher said during the meeting.
Carver decided to adjourn the meeting, citing concerns about discussing topics not on the agenda, which could violate Arizona’s Open Meeting Law. He later explained his action in a Facebook video, emphasizing his adherence to state rules.
Fisher made the controversial gesture after the adjournment. Carver emphasized in his post that such gestures are inappropriate in any setting, regardless of context.
The district condemned Fisher’s actions, stating they do not align with its mission or values. The Deer Valley Educators Association also called for her resignation, labeling her conduct unacceptable for a public servant.
“Any leader who uses a Nazi salute during a School Board meeting is unfit for public service. There is no justification for this behavior,” association president Kelley Fisher remarked.
Following the meeting, Fisher defended her remarks on Facebook, describing Carver’s leadership as dictatorial. She urged voters to consider this in future elections.
Carver addressed community concerns in another video, clarifying that Arizona law restricts school boards from disciplining elected members. He characterized Fisher’s behavior as unacceptable and repetitive.
The Deer Valley Unified School District serves over 33,000 students in communities like north Phoenix, Glendale, and Peoria. The incident has sparked significant reaction within the community, with ongoing discussions about the board’s ability to take disciplinary action.
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