Meet Our Instructors

Marc Petz

Marc Petz is a seasoned educator who loves connecting students to an exciting and rewarding industry. After graduating from Kelloggsville High School, he spent 14 years working for a railroad company as a communications (IT) maintainer.

During that time, he completed his undergraduate degree at Ferris State University and a master's degree in business administration from Cornerstone University. While working at the railroad, Marc started teaching as an adjunct instructor at Ferris State in the Digital Animation and Game Design program and working on the side as a freelance digital artist/developer. 

Since joining KCTC in 2016, Marc has connected students to a variety of local and national opportunities, resulting in numerous awards and recognitions. In addition, many students have gone on to rewarding careers in the industry.

Thomas Moore

Hello! My name is Thomas Moore, and I’m one of the Digital Animation and Game Programming instructors here at KCTC. I’ve always had a deep passion for technology, problem-solving, and teaching. My journey started in the Army National Guard as a Network Administrator, where I learned how to manage and secure critical systems. Since then, I’ve built a career in computer programming, application administration, data analytics, and education, blending technical expertise with a strong desire to help students grow into confident, capable professionals. I’m here because I truly enjoy sharing the world of coding and game logic with the next generation of digital creators.

My industry experience spans banking, IT, and education. I’ve worked as a lead business analyst and application administrator at ChoiceOne Bank, a client systems administrator at CU*Answers, and an IT help desk technician for the Defense Logistics Agency through Peckham Inc. I also served as a network administrator in the Army National Guard, and I coach and mentor students as a VEX robotics coach with Grandville Robotics. I earned a bachelor’s degree in integrative studies from Ferris State University and an associate degree in general studies from Grand Rapids Community College. I also hold CompTIA A+, Project+, and Data+ certifications, along with a Certiport IT Specialist certification in software development.

Hank Kauffman

Hank started at Kent ISD in August 2026.