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.

County attorney resigns in protest

Clayton County's attorney has resigned over the embattled school board's choice of a temporary superintendent. Glenn Brock resigned Thursday, after accusing the school board of what he called "deceptive and unethical behavior." The board voted 5-1 Wednesday night to hire John Thompson, who state and accreditation officials have said is not qualified. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools gave Clayton County until September 1st to meet nine mandates or lose accreditation.

Embattled county makes controversial hire

An embattled Georgia school system that faces losing its accreditation has named a temporary superintendent. Clayton County's school board approved John Thompson last night. Thompson initially asked Clayton for a $275,000 salary and up to 2 million dollars for a consultant team, along with 24-hour security and 24-hour access to a car and driver. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools has given the district nine mandates to meet by September 1st or lose accreditation.