The Lauderdale County school board will meet in a special session today at 4 p.m. at the central office.

Board members are expected to address a situation from last week involving Lauderdale County High School teacher/head football coach Bob Grisham.

Grisham, who teaches psychology and driver’s education, was taped reportedly by a student in his class as he ranted against first lady Michelle Obama and gays. The 1 minute, 24 second-long audio tape went public late Monday and for a period of time was posted on the social website YouTube.

Grisham said he was in a debate type situation and misspoke.

Since the incident went public, a ground-swell of support for Grisham, particularly from within the Rogersville community, has come about through petitions and social sites as well as those calling for his firing.

Lisa Singleton-Rickman can be reached at 256-740-5735 or lisa.singleton-rickman@TimesDaily.com.