There’s a new member on the Liberty Elementary School District Governing Board. Kellie Zimmerman, a longtime advocate for public education and active member of the Liberty community, was sworn in early to fill a vacant seat ahead of her four-year term set to begin in January.
“We are thrilled to welcome Kellie Zimmerman to the Liberty Governing Board,” said Bryan Parks, board president. “As a parent to four Liberty students, she brings valuable insight and dedication to the role. Her appointment allows us to resume full operation as a five-member board to close out the year.”
Zimmerman has been deeply involved in the Liberty community. Over the past decade, she has participated as a parent-teacher organization member, organized special education forums, and served as chair of the political action committee that helped pass the 2022 override. She also regularly attended school board meetings. A former junior high teacher and Northern Arizona University graduate, Zimmerman’s passion for education is rooted in her family’s legacy — her grandfather was a school principal, and her mother taught special education for 40 years.
“I am deeply grateful to the voters for their confidence in me,” Zimmerman said in a press release. “I look forward to representing our community and ensuring our district prioritizes students in every decision. Our students and teachers are the heartbeat of Liberty.”
Superintendent Cort Monroe praised Zimmerman’s early swearing-in, facilitated by outgoing Maricopa County School Superintendent Steve Watson. “Kellie’s dedication to this community is unmatched, and we’re excited to have her on the board,” he said.
Zimmerman’s first board meeting will take place Dec. 2 at the Jerry Rovey District Facility. The board will meet again Dec. 16 to close out the year. Newly elected board member Sarah Schmidt will join the board in January.
The Liberty Elementary School District serves more than 4,700 students across seven schools in Buckeye and Goodyear, offering programs tailored to students’ interests.
