Geary USD 475 Superintendent of Schools Dr. Corbin Witt will be out for awhile due to pending back surgery.

Dr. Beth Hudson, Associate Superintendent confirmed that Witt will have to miss some work time. “Dr. Witt is at home now waiting pending surgery. They haven’t got a date scheduled yet, but he’s hoping to get something on the calendar right away.”

Hudson noted Witt has missed some work time recently due to the back problem. “Just this week he’s been out all week. Here and there he’s been out but we decided this week he needs to stay at home. ” Hudson said Witt anticipates a 4-to-6 weeks recovery period after surgery before returning to work.

Hudson and Director of Business Operations Bill Clark will jointly oversee management of the school district operations.