If you were to ask Dan's teachers or peers during middle school, none would have predicted where he would be. The truth is, Dr. Dan Rodgers had many academic struggles during his early education. He credits his ability to overcome these struggles and thrive to the efforts and hard work of his parents, his teachers, and the entire public education community. This crystalized for Dan just how important it is to have strong voice in district leadership that speaks for all children in the community. It is from this background that Dan hopes to uplift every student in Portland.