Special school board meeting

Academics and safety and security are the reasons for a special meeting of Oconee school trustees — to be held next week in Walhalla.  Trustees are to talk about creating a phone-free environment in the classrooms, as well as school safety and security.  Safety and security are getting much attention the result of the school shootings early this month in Winder, Georgia. The school board meets 6 pm Monday, September 30 at district headquarters.