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Saturday, January 31, 2009

School Dance Numbers Scrutinized for Racy Content

Clayton County school administrators are cracking down on student performances after a high school dance team's provocative performance drew calls from angry parents.

Clayton County Superintendent John Thompson announced Thursday that all dance, cheerleading and band groups must have their routines approved in advance by an administrator.

The Jonesboro High School dance team was disbanded for the rest of the school year and their coach removed after a performance at a Jan. 13 basketball game where the eight girls wore tiny, tight shorts and danced on chairs.

A video of the girls made it on YouTube. The dance was screened in advance by an assistant principal, but administrators say she saw only a portion of it.

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