Former DA Teacher Jeffrey Clayton Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Sexual Misconduct With Student – Action News Jax

Lina Portman3 weeks ago

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A former Duval County Public Schools teacher who pleaded guilty to sexual misconduct with a student was sentenced Friday to a total of 10 years in prison by Judge Tatiana Salvador.

Jeffrey Clayton was arrested in March last year. He was director of Douglas Anderson's vocal department for nearly 23 years.

Clayton pleaded guilty to four charges stemming from allegations of sexual misconduct with students. For the first two counts, Clayton was sentenced to 10 years in prison for each count, which will run concurrently. For the second two counts, Salvador sentenced Clayton to five years in prison for each count, which will run concurrently.

The attorney general's office said because the sentences were concurrent, Clayton was sentenced to a total of 10 years in prison.

Police say a parent dropped a student off at school for one-on-one singing lessons with Clayton to prepare for an upcoming performance. An arrest warrant says the teacher talked about his romantic and intoxicating feelings for the student. He also rubbed the student's thighs and leaned over to kiss her several times.

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The victim told a friend, which ultimately led to an investigation.

Since his arrest, 3 other DA teachers have been kicked out of class due to their behavior.

Read: Victim interview details alleged inappropriate touching by former Douglas Anderson teacher

Clayton's arrest and ongoing allegations of sexual misconduct at the school ultimately led Principal Tina Wilson to resign and was the main driving force behind the school board's decision to oust former superintendent Dr. Diana Greene .

Salvador said Clayton will also serve three years of probation after his prison term is completed.

Read: Duval School Board approves agreement to separate Diana Greene from district by 4-3 vote

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