Overview
- The district confirmed a photo showing Cienega High School math staff in white “Problem Solved” shirts with red stains was posted to its Facebook page.
- Leaders said the shirts were part of a math-themed costume, apologized for the concern caused, and stated the shirts will not be worn again.
- Both the original photo and the district’s apology were later removed from the Facebook page without an explanation for the deletions.
- Turning Point USA spokesperson Andrew Kolvet and some parents alleged the shirts mocked Charlie Kirk’s September killing, citing stains on the left side, a claim the district rejects.
- Arizona Rep. Rachel Keshel called for the staff to be fired as the district urged people to stop targeting employees online, and local reporting noted similar shirts were sold prior to 2025.