Hi, I’m Mark — I’m a teacher, creator, and joyful builder of human-centered systems.

I’ve spent over a decade in the classroom helping kids grow their voices, discover their talents, and learn with creativity. Alongside teaching, I’ve been quietly building something beautiful — a business called My Pet Story, where people can turn photos of their dogs into printable art kits. It’s simple. It’s fun. And it’s powered by a blend of AI and artistic love.

But this project isn’t just about dogs or paper — it’s about developing creative skills that boost confidence. My Pet Story is my second business, but the obvious step in my bigger mission which is to create education systems that give students of all ages more freedom and more joy.

This GoFundMe campaign helps me move forward. It helps me make a difference in my career as an educator, build smart business-automations, and share the joy of art with the world — one dog at a time.

Whether you donate, share, or just smile when you see a Tracimal pup, I’m deeply grateful.

Thanks for believing in something real.

Thanks for being part of the story.