OC Schools Superintendent taking Medical Leave

Oconee County Schools Superintendent Dr. Mike Lucas is taking a medical leave from the district.  School Board of Trustees Chairman Andy Inabinet released this comment in a news release, “Dr. Lucas will be on medical leave beginning September 5.  Following heart valve replacement, he is expected to be on leave one to two months. The Board of Trustees announces that Assistant Superintendent Dr. Michael Thorsland will serve as acting superintendent in the absence of Dr. Lucas.  The Board wishes Dr. Lucas a speedy recovery and asks the public to keep him in your thoughts and prayers.”