High School
Four Square is a Christian community that meets on Mondays and Wednesdays for two 12 week terms in Byron Center, MI. It is a drop-off program and parents are not required to volunteer. We welcome and encourage your student to join us for high school chapel at 8:45am.
We offer a wide variety of 60 and 90 minute a la carte graded classes to choose from between 8:30am-2pm. Four Square has a robust high school community and many students take multiple classes over the course of one or two days. There are volunteer opportunities or a study/social hall option for students with a break between classes.
Four Square High School is inspired by Charlotte Mason’s educational philosophy. She held students in the highest esteem and emphasized the value of living literature, hands-on learning, nature study, good habits, and the strong faith of a student.
We have several special high school events throughout the year including:
- Barn Dance, Bonfire & Hayride
- Spring Formal Banquet
- High School Play
- College & Career Fair
- Formal High School Graduation Ceremony
"Thought breeds thought; children familiar with great thoughts take as naturally to thinking for themselves as the well-nourished body takes to growing; and we must bear in mind that growth, physical, intellectual, moral, spiritual, is the sole end of education."
Charlotte Mason
Enrichment
2025-2026
monday Enrichment
The enrollment rate of $250/class includes 24 weeks of 1 hour classes. The enrollment rate of $350/class includes 24 weeks of 1.5 hour classes.
8-9am
Worship Arts
taught by Angela Amerine
$250
Students will be part of a worship team. In addition to worshipping together, they will have opportunities throughout the year to lead chapel for the Four Square community. All instruments and singers welcome.
8:30-10am
Spanish 1
taught by Suzanne Erdmann
$350
Spanish 1 is taught with a conversational approach. The focus of the class is grammar, vocabulary, and relevant cultural study.
9-10am
Health & Nutrition
taught by Mary Voogt
$250
Students will learn basic health principles. They will also learn homesteading and life skills such as how to prepare fermented foods, gardening, canning and preserving foods, raising animals well, natural remedies, and more! Taught by a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Homesteader.
Israel: God’s Chosen People
taught by Dawn Wierenga
$250
God reveals His faithfulness through the story of Israel. Students will trace Israel’s timeline from Abraham through the significance of the modern State of Israel. Includes Bible study discussion and Biblical feast experiences.
Economics & Personal Finance
taught by Josh Greer
$250
Semester 1: Students will read Dave Ramsey’s Complete Guide to Money while exploring all
aspects of personal finance, including hands-on activities to learn budgeting and saving.
Semester 2: Students will read What Happened to Penny Candy to gain a Christian worldview on
economics, including a study of both micro- and macro-economics. Hands-on activities will help illustrate principles such as supply-and-demand, inflation, and international trade.
10-11am
Apologetics
taught by Dawn Wierenga
$250
Students will learn about and discuss apologetics. They will read the Bible, The Case for Christ, by Lee Strobel, and Mere Christianity, by C.S. Lewis to gain confidence in defending their faith.
Fitness
taught by Chriss Pruim
$250
This fitness class will increase strength, improve stamina, and target cardio training.
Introduction to Graphic Design
taught by Lisa Delnay
$250
Learn the basics of graphic design from a professional. Students will need a laptop and Canva Pro. Each class will include instruction, Q&A, and active design time. Students will create their own digital design portfolio.
Constitution & American Government
taught by Josh Greer
$250
Students will learn and discuss the importance of the Constitution in the formation of American Government and how it is still relevant today. Preparing students to be knowledgable, engaged citizens.
ASL 2
taught by Leisa Gustafson
$250
*Prerequisite: ASL I or equivalent. Students will build on their knowledge of ASL and increase their understanding of hearing losses, Deaf culture, and occupations for interpreters for the Deaf. Students will be adept at translating Bible stories by year’s end.
Enrichment
taught by Brandi Van Houten
$250
Students will engage with great poetry, art, composers, hymns, and explore God’s creation through nature study. Weekly class activities will vary between things such as picture study, discussion, outdoor adventures (hiking, foraging, etc), nature journaling and more. Students will be inspired to engage with the natural world around them and to live a full life. “We all have need to be trained to see, and to have our eyes opened before we can take in the joy that is meant for us in this beautiful life.” -Charlotte Mason
11-Noon
Geography & Current Events
taught by Dawn Wierenga
$250
What’s going on in the world? Students will research and discuss specific current events, including learning about the geography of the location. Class concludes with prayer. Example: Research and discuss conflict between Russia and Ukraine, draw a map of the region, pray for the people of Russia and Ukraine.
Life & Career Prep
taught by Josh Greer
$250
Learn the basics to prepare for adult life and responsibilities. Lessons will include creating a resume, preparing for a job interview, changing a tire, checking oil on a car, comparison shopping, leadership, citizenship, community service, etiquette, and more! *This class is aimed at preparing 16+ for adulthood.
Communication Arts
taught by Brandi Van Houten
$250
Students will learn about the value of communication in relationships and life. A variety of engaging class experiences will include: improv games, job interview skills, writing speeches, research & debate, conflict resolution, presentations, and more.
11-12:30
Theater
taught by Rebecca Maloley
$400
Students will go through the theater process including auditioning for a role, memorizing lines and participating in a spring performance. The Four Square Theater Company has additional opportunities for students to apprentice in stage makeup and costume design. *We ask parents to volunteer. Contact us for more info.
Handyman
taught by David Gruber
$350
Students will learn a wide range of skills with corresponding hands-on learning experiences. Taught by a retired builder. Examples of lessons include HVAC, basic plumbing, small engine, etc. This class meets from 11-12:15pm.
*Four Square is also offering Woodshop & Electric on Wednesdays from 12:30-2pm. Click HERE for more information.
ASL 1
taught by Leisa Gustafson
$350
Students will gain an understanding of ASL, its vocabulary, grammar, Christian heritage, physiology, and culture. Students will be required to give their personal testimony in ASL by year’s end.
12:30-2pm
Art Studio
taught by TBD
$350
Students will engage with a variety of medium including illustration, clay, acrylic, watercolor, drawing, and handicrafts. Includes an artist study per term.
Carpentry
taught by David Gruber
$350
Students will learn carpentry basics, help build the set for the play, and build a small project such as a chair or table. Students will have an opportunity to serve on the stage crew for the spring play.
*Four Square is also offering Woodshop & Electric on Wednesdays from 12:30-2pm. Click HERE for more information.
Spanish 2
taught by Suzanne Erdmann
$350
*Prerequisite: Spanish 1 or equivalent. Students will build on their knowledge of Spanish taught with a conversational approach. The focus of the class is grammar, vocabulary, and relevant cultural study.
Home Economics
taught by Kristen Cnossen
$350
Students will learn a wide range of skills with corresponding hands-on learning experiences. Examples of lessons include cooking, baking, hand-sewing, knitting, cake-decorating, quilting, and more!
Christian Intro to Psychology
taught by Laura Marsman
$350
This course will introduce students to an overview of the many concepts involved in psychology from a Christian perspective. This is a course that not only gives students life preparation skills and self-awareness, but also an awe of God’s creation of the human brain and mind.
*Prerequisite: Students must have completed Biology.
Supply List
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Apologetics
Bible
The Case for Christ, by Lee Strobel
Mere Christianity, by C.S. Lewis
Art Studio
Pencil
Pink Pearl Eraser
Scissors
Glue Stick
Regular Black Sharpie
Fine Tip Sharpie
Basic Colored Pencil Set
Basic Watercolor Set
Basic Oil Pastel Set
Basic Drawing Pencils 6B or 8B and 2H or 4H
Ruler
ASL 1
A Basic Course in American Sign Language student text by Paden, O’Rourke, Humphries
2-3 inch binder
4 tabbed dividers
28 dividers numbered 1–28
ASL 2
A Basic Course in American Sign Language student text, by Paden, O’Rourke, Humphries
Intermediate Conversational Sign Language, by Willard Madson
Deaf Heritage: A Student Text and Workbook, by Jack R. Gannon
A 2- to 3-inch binder
4-5 tabbed dividers
Carpentry
Pencil
Paper
Safety Glasses
Tape Measure
Half-Inch Chisel
Constitution and American Government
The Summer of 1787, by David O. Stewart
Economics and Personal Finance
The Complete Guide to Money, by Dave Ramsey
Whatever Happened to Penny Candy, by Richard Maybury (7th Edition ISBN: 9780942617641)
Enrichment
Fitness
Beach Towel or Floor Mat
5-10 lb dumbbell set (personal preference)
Geography & Current Events
Bible
Watercolor Paper
Thin Sharpie
Basic Watercolor Paints
Handyman
Pencil
Paper
Safety Glasses
Tape Measure
Half-Inch Chisel
Health & Nutrition
6 Wide Mouth Pint Mason Jars
6 Mason Jar Lids and Bands
Basic Notebook
Home Economics
Notebook and Pen
Size 7 Knitting Needles
Cotton Yarn in Color of Choice
3-4 Yards Assorted 100% Cotton Fabrics (*wait to buy until directions are given in class)
Tupperware Container (*for bringing home food leftovers second semester only)
Introduction to Graphic Design
Graphic Design for Everyone, by Cath Cadwell
Laptop with Windows or Mac OS (installed)
Digital Camera or Phone Camera
Drawing Notepad
Colored Pencils
Pencil and Eraser
Contact instructor with questions: Ldelnay@gmail.com
Israel: God’s Chosen People
Bible
An Overview of Why Israel Matters, by Lee Cummings
The Book of Centuries
The Student Bible Atlas, by Tim Dowley
Life & Career Prep
Notebook
Spanish 1 and Spanish 2
Binder and Tab Dividers
High School Enrichment Calendar 2025-2026
Classes
Barn Dance, Hayride & Bonfire September 26 @6pm
High School Play April 17 @6pm
College & Career Fair April 27 @10-11:30am
High School Formal May 1 @5pm
High School Graduation Ceremony May 8 @7pm
Academic
2025-2026
9am-2pm
$275-$400/class
Wednesday Academic
The enrollment rate of $275/class includes 24 weeks of 1 hour classes. The enrollment rate of $400/class for Anatomy & Physiology, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, and Physics includes 26 weeks of 1.5 hour lab classes.
9-10AM
American Literature
taught by Ivanna Parker
$275
Literature discussion of The King’s Fifth, by Scott O’Dell, Huckleberry Finn, by Mark Twain, Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott, and The Old Man and the Sea, by Ernest Hemingway. Includes corresponding poet study and recitation.
British Literature
taught by Suzanne Erdmann
$275
Literature discussion of Much Ado About Nothing, by William Shakespeare, Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austen, Oliver Twist, by Charles Dickens, and The Screwtape Letters, by C.S. Lewis. Includes corresponding poet study and recitation.
Modern World Literature (10th-12th)
taught by Lacy Erismann
$275
Literature discussion of Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes, Things Fall Apart, by Chinua Achebe, Night, by Elie Wiesel, and short stories from around the world. Includes a corresponding poet study and recitation.
Classic Literature (10th-12th)
taught by Josh Greer
$275
Literature discussion of The Odyssey: The Adventures of Ulysses, by Homer, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, by William Shakespeare, Beowulf, translated by Seamus Heaney, Plutarch’s Lives, and 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, by Jules Verne. Includes corresponding poet study and recitation.
9-10:30am
Auto Shop
taught by David Gruber
$400
Students will have instruction and hands-on automotive experience in the areas of diagnosing and troubleshooting, learning to change bulbs, oil changes, brake jobs, and general maintenance.
10-11am
American History
taught by Matt Troast
$275
An overview and discussion of American History from the explorers through the mid-twentieth century.
Modern World History
taught by Dawn Wierenga
$275
An overview and discussion of Modern World History from the Renaissance through today.
Exploring World History: Part 2, by Ray Notgrass
Creative Writing
taught by Josh Greer
$275
Students will join a community of creative writers to learn and practice both fiction and non-fiction narrative writing, as well as study creative techniques used by well-known writers.
Writing Composition (10th-12th)
taught by Lacy Erismann
$275
Students will complete varied compositions including essays, analytical writing (Pilgrim’s Progress), a cover letter, a business plan, collaborative writing, creative writing, and research writing.
Prerequisite: Grammar & Composition or equivalent
11-Noon
Grammar & Composition
taught by Suzanne Erdmann
$275
Students will have comprehensive grammar lessons and weekly written narration assignments.
Research Writing (10th-12th)
taught by Josh Greer
$275
Students will study research papers and learn proper formatting to apply to their own research writing.
Prerequisite: Grammar & Composition or equivalent
Ancient World History
taught by TBD
$275
An overview and discussion of Ancient World History from Creation through the Middle Ages.
Exploring World History: Part 1, by Ray Notgrass
New Testament History
taught by Pastor Aaron Meares
$275
A chronological survey of the New Testament in its broader historical and cultural context. Students will gain a working knowledge and timeline of the significant persons, places, events, and institutions of the New Testament and their relationship with the persons, places, events, and institutions of ancient Greco-Roman history.
11AM-12:30PM
Physics (10th-12th)
taught by Kristen Cnossen
Lunch 12-12:30pm
12:30-2pm
Anatomy & Physiology
taught by Cristi Lin
$400
Wonders of the Human Body 1, by Dr. Tommy Mitchell
Wonders of the Human Body 2, by Dr. Tommy Mitchell
Biology
taught by Laura Marsman
$400
Discovering Design with Biology, by Dr. Jay L. Wile
Chemistry (10th-12th)
taught by Kristen Cnossen
Woodshop & Electric
taught by David Gruber
$350
Introduction to residential electric, basic plumbing, heating & cooling, and blueprint reading. Introduction to woodshop including tools, cabinetry, joints, assembly, etc. Students will learn skills and build projects.
Earth Science
taught by TBD
$400
Discovering Design with Earth Science, by Dr. Jay L. Wile
Supply List
The supply list includes links to suggested literature and supplies. As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases at no extra expense to you. The HSB, Inc. is our recommended resource for new/used literature.
Anatomy & Physiology
Wonders of the Human Body Volume 1, by Dr. Tommy Mitchell
Wonders of the Human Body Volume 2, by Dr. Tommy Mitchell
Watercolor Journal
Travel Watercolor Set
3X5 Notecards (for vocabulary words)
Notecard Organizer (for vocabulary words)
Biology
Discovering Design with Biology, by Dr. Jay L. Wile
Lab Notebook (composition notebook used solely for lab experiments)
Lined notebook and folder (for taking notes and keeping assignments organized)
Black Pen, Pencil with Eraser
Chemistry
Discovering Design with Chemistry, by Dr. Jay Wile
Lab Notebook (composition notebook used solely for lab experiments)
Lined notebook and folder (for taking notes and keeping assignments organized)
Black Pen, Pencil with Eraser
Lab Goggles
Scientific Calculator (does not need to be graphing)
Earth Science
Discovering Design with Earth Science, by Dr. Jay L. Wile
Lab Notebook (composition notebook used solely for lab experiments)
Lined notebook and folder (for taking notes and keeping assignments organized)
Black Pen, Pencil with Eraser
Physics
Discovering Design with Physics, by Dr. Jay Wile
Lab Notebook (composition notebook used solely for lab experiments)
Lined notebook and folder (for taking notes and keeping assignments organized)
Black Pen, Pencil with Eraser
Scientific Calculator (does not need to be graphing)
American History
Land of Hope: Young Reader’s Edition (Volume 1), by Wilfred M. McClay
Land of Hope: Young Reader’s Edition (Volume 2), by Wilfred M. McClay
The Book of Centuries
No Promises in the Wind, by Irene Hunt
Rifles for Watie, by Harold Keith
Johnny Tremain, by Esther Forbes
Ancient World History
The Book of Centuries
Exploring World History: Part 1, by Ray Notgrass
Mansa Musa and the Empire of Mali, by P. James Oliver
Plutarch’s Lives for Boys and Girls, by W.H. Weston (Kindle is fine)
Crispin: The Cross of Lead, by Avi
Without Doors: Ruth
Modern World History
The Book of Centuries
Exploring World History: Part 2, by Ray Notgrass
The Second Mrs. Gioconda, by E.L. Konigsburg
The Endless Steppe: Growing Up in Siberia, by Esther Hautzig
Red Scarf Girl: A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution, by Ji-li Jiang
New Testament History
Writing Composition
Pilgrim’s Progress, by John Bunyan (Alan Vermilye edition)
Notebook
Creative Writing
Notebook
Grammar & Composition
The Art of Composition, Year 1, by Simply Charlotte Mason
Spelling Wisdom, Book Four, by Simply Charlotte Mason
Write Right!, by Jan Venolia
Commonplace Book (hardcover lined journal)
3-inch binder with 5 tabs
Research Writing
Notebook
American Literature
The Giver, by Lois Lowry
Huckleberry Finn, by Mark Twain (unabridged)
Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott (unabridged)
The Old Man and the Sea, by Ernest Hemingway (unabridged)
Commonplace Book (hardcover, lined notebook)
British Literature
Commonplace Book (hardcover, lined notebook)
Much Ado About Nothing, by William Shakespeare (unabridged)
Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austen (unabridged)
Oliver Twist, by Charles Dickens (unabridged)
The Screwtape Letters, by C.S. Lewis (unabridged)
A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens
3-inch binder with 5 tabs
Classic Literature
Beowulf, translated by Seamus Heaney
The Odyssey, by Homer (Robert Fagles translation)
Modern World Literature
Commonplace Book (hardcover, lined notebook)
Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes (translated by Walter Starkie)
Things Fall Apart, by Chinua Achebe
The Hiding Place, by Corrie ten Boom
Night, by Elie Wiesel
Auto Shop
Woodshop & Electric
Pencil
Paper
Safety Glasses
Tape Measure
HIGH SCHOOL Academic Calendar 2025-2026
Classes
Barn Dance, Hayride & Bonfire September 26@6
High School Play April 17 @6pm
College & Career Fair April 27 @10-11:30am
High School Formal May 1 @5pm
High School Graduation May 8 @7pm