On This Day | Standards for Teaching on the Rise
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After Jan. 1, 1908, no third grade certificates will be issued and persons wishing to teach in North Dakota after that time will be required to hold at least a second grade certificate. There will only be the two classes of certificates, first and second, and shows the standard of efficiency in the schools of this state is gradually increasing. However, while the requirements to teach have greatly increased, the salaries paid the instructors has not increased in many years and at present there is a shortage of over 400 teachers in the state. This is caused by the good wages that are being paid in other occupations and a teacher will not teach school when he can secure a great deal more doing something else and work all the year round.
— October 24, 1907 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
We were a growing place of opportunity at this moment, and it was a luxury we could afford — raising the standards of professional preparation without raising the wage. Today, we find ourselves in a different environment — one marked by lowering licensure requirements in the hopes of making it easier to enter the profession.
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Learning & Listening
Civil Discourse in Contentious Times CommunityEvents
Friday, October 24th
Join us for an insightful keynote address by Jack Russel Weinstein at the 73rd annual International Peace Garden Conference, focusing on civil discourse in today’s contentious times. The event takes place on Friday, October 24th at 1:30 pm at Hartnett Hall, Minot State University, and is open to the public. #CivilDiscourse #PeaceConference #SavorMinot
In Theaters
The Wizard of Oz @MinotHighTheater
Thursday, October 30th — Saturday, November 1st
Experience the magic of “The Wizard of Oz” live on stage with the MHS Playmakers at Minot High School from October 30th to November 1st. Enjoy a family-friendly evening filled with beloved musical tunes and enchanting performances. #TheaterMagic #FamilyFun #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Peyton Lily @BlueRider
Saturday, November 1st
Catch Peyton Lily live at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Saturday, November 1st, as she returns with her award-winning country tunes and classic covers. Enjoy cold beer, free popcorn, and no cover charge for a night of unforgettable music! #LiveMusic #PeytonLily #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Danny Savage – One Man Band @BlueRider
Friday, October 24th
Get ready for an unforgettable night with Danny Savage, the one-man band, at Blue Rider on Friday, October 24th! Enjoy live music, cold beer, and stiff drinks with no cover charge. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Live Music!
That1Dude @BlueRider
Friday, October 31st
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Seasonal Sales & Celebrations
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Saturday, October 25th
Join the South Prairie Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 25th, for a spooky trunk-or-treat and a daring haunted maze adventure, all while supporting the South Prairie PTO. Don’t miss out on the fun, coffee, and hot chocolate in South Minot! #HalloweenFun #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
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2025 Pride of Dakota Showcase CommunityEvents
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Celebrate North Dakota’s finest at the 2025 Pride of Dakota Showcase in Minot on October 24th and 25th! Discover and support local entrepreneurs with products made right here in North Dakota. #PrideOfDakota #ShopLocal #SavorMinot
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