Dan Rhode is an educator who makes a difference. During the summer of 2003 Dan created special education summer school to serve the special education students of Mineral Point. His dream was to keep kids reading so they wouldn't lose ground over the summer. This first summer school was for eight weeks. It not only kept kids involved during the summer but also focused on activities of daily living. For students with special needs this is a great way of staying involved and socializing. Dan Rhode makes a difference in his students’ lives because it is his passion to see these children have opportunities.