Who We Are

Born and raised in the Midwest, he and his six siblings received a classical home-school education, complete with Latin declensions. He attended New Saint Andrews College in Moscow, Idaho, receiving a B.A. in Classical Liberal Arts and Culture. There, he also met his best friend, confidant, and wife, Elise.

After a short stint in the dry cleaning world, he attended Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, completing post-baccalaureate studies in pedmedicine. They then moved out West to attend Western University COMP-NW (Oregon), where he graduated with his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine (DO). 

Josiah, Elise, and their four kids—Isabel, Jack, Sofia, and David—have been planting roots in Howell since 2023 while he completes his residency at the University of Michigan to be a Child Neurologist. 

Having received a classical education growing up, both he and his wife are excited to help lay the foundations of a Christ-honoring, heart-shaping, mind-building school for their children, Livingston County, and beyond. "To whom much is given, much is required." (Luke 12:48)

Born and raised in Southeast Michigan, Joe was married in 1977 (48 years!) to his high school sweetheart, Linda, and has three married children and 13 grandchildren. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Engineering from General Motors Institute in 1979 (now called Kettering University) and later earned a master’s degree in engineering from the University of Michigan in 1983. Joe worked for 42 years at General Motors, retiring as Engineering Manager in 2017. 

In 1988, He moved his family to Howell, and in 2003, he helped establish Christ Church of Livingston County. There, he served as a Deacon for 20 years and now serves as a Ruling Elder of the church. 

Joe’s maturity and wisdom in the Lord are apparent in his actions; he has a deep care for, and interest in, everyone he meets. Joe continually seeks ways to help Christian believers and their children see and appreciate the majesty, greatness, and complexity of God’s creation sustained in Christ (Col. 1:16-17).

Growing up in Alaska, Ethan was taught by his parents, through generational faithfulness, to love the Lord God and the beauty of His creation. He was homeschooled by his parents, graduating in 2014. In 2016, Ethan graduated with an associate's degree in applied sciences from Portland Community College. 

Ethan worked for Caterpillar repairing heavy equipment, marine propulsion and energy systems, as well as prime power applications across many communities and villages in Alaska. He continued to advance in his career as a diesel mechanic in Alaska until moving to Wayne, Michigan in 2019 to begin building a Christian borough with his friends and family. Here, he hopes to build a lasting culture of joy and thankfulness to the Lord for the "abundance of all things" (Deut. 28:47). 

Ethan brings much resolve to the mission of Tyndale Classical Academy. His passion for working with his hands allows him to see the fruit of his labor as he blesses those around him. He currently works as a general contractor in Metro Detroit for Paradise Restored LLC. 

Ethan was married in 2024 to his wife, Rachael. In 2025, God blessed them with their first daughter, Mary.

Aden was raised in Brighton and graduated from Brighton High School in 2014. Having developed a passion for Math and Science, he attended the University of Toledo where he received a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. There, he found competition in club sports such as tennis and table tennis, and relaxed by playing music with his friends. In class, he met his future wife, Kate – also a degreed Chemical Engineer. 

A lifelong resident of Livingston County, Aden is passionate about creating a school where students, including his own children, are inspired to love the Lord by exploring His creation, history, and character. He envisions a hometown school that facilitates joy in learning through mastery of the sciences and arts. Aden now works as a salesman and designer of Industrial HVAC systems for Radiant Energy Systems in Wixom. Aden also serves as a Deacon at Christ Church of Livingston County in Howell.

Aden and Kate live in Howell with their two boys, Theodore (3), and Callahan (2). They are expecting their third child, another boy, in December. With these arrows in his quiver (Psalm 127:4-5), Aden notes the responsibility of raising and educating his boys to be bold in faith, ready to tackle the spiritual battles of our day as men of the Word.

Isaac was born in 1983. Raised in the perfect San Diego weather, he became an avid sports enthusiast. As captain of his high school football team, he led an undefeated team that was ranked #1 in their state division. Following his senior season, he was inducted into the San Diego Football Hall of Fame. At 14 years old, he played baseball for the Encinitas Reds National Championship team and continued playing throughout high school. Following graduation, he was awarded the male "Eagle of the Year" by the Headmaster of Santa Fe Christian Schools.

Isaac attended Wheaton College, earning a degree in Business and Economics with a minor in Bible. He graduated in 2006. While at Wheaton, Isaac met Angie (who graduated with a degree in Elementary Education). The two were married during their senior year. 

Isaac and Angie have 6 children—Taylor (15), Caleb (13), Abigail (11), Noah (9), Madelyn (4), and Samuel (1)—whom they have homeschooled. The two oldest now attend Logos Online School based out of Moscow, Idaho. They have been fully committed to pursuing virtuous scholarship for their children, and love that Classical Christian education emphasizes the good, the true, and the beautiful in life.

Upon graduation, Isaac began his career with Toll Brothers Home Builder in Orange County, CA. In 2023, he was promoted to Michigan Division President. They now reside in Milford, MI. Isaac also serves as a Board Member for FCA Orange County as well as FCA Pacific Southwest, where he has served for 3 and 2 years, respectively.