Curt Hagness started his career by teaching in Tioga, N.D. for three years before serving in the Army Reserve. Arriving at Oak Grove in 1965, Curt taught numerous business and history classes. He was highly respected and admired by students, staff and administration. Tough, but fair, Curt had a way of pushing students to fulfill their potential. He served successfully as head coach for football, leading the undefeated 1982 team to Oak Grove’s first ever state football championship. Curt was honored for this accomplishment by being selected as the Class B State Coach of the Year. Curt was also an accomplished head coach in track with numerous athletes earning state champion status.