Thank you for choosing Wisconsin Youth Company School Year Programs!  

Please note: Families are varied and the use of the word Parent(s) refers to the adult(s) who are responsible for the child(ren).  

Wisconsin Youth Company is proud to continue our relationship with the Waunakee Community School District to provide on-site after school programming. Please carefully review all tabs on this webpage prior to your first day of school.   

Arboretum Elementary School  |  1350 Arboretum Dr., Waunakee

  • After School Program Cell Phone  |  608-335-1423
  • After School Program Hours  |  Monday-Friday: 2:40-5:45 p.m.
  • After School Program Location  |  Cafeteria
    • Parents enter through Door #13 to pick up children from program. This door enters directly into cafeteria/program space. 
  • 2025-2026 Program Calendar
Meet the Staff  
  • Site Supervisor  | Sheemika Rutaro-Edegbe
  • Group Leaders  |  Kayla, Jordan
  • Program Manager  |  Billy Boos

All staff have education and/or experience related to working with children. They receive training prior to the start of the school year and are certified in first aid and CPR. All program staff receive additional training with updated health & wellness and cleaning & sanitation protocols.  

What to Bring  
  • Extra set of clothing, as needed 

Please do not send your child(ren) with any unnecessary items. Toys or other items from home will not be permitted. Wisconsin Youth Company is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged personal property, including clothing.  

Please note: Families are varied and the use of the word Parent(s) refers to the adult(s) who are responsible for the child(ren).

After School Pick–up 
  • Parents enter through Door #13 to pick up children from program. This door enters directly into cafeteria/program space.
  • Once you enter, please sign your children out of program. Please have a form of identification ready at pick-up.
  • If a different pre-authorized pick-up person is planning to pick-up from After School, please notify our administrative office or the site directly . 
Daily Activities  
  • Wisconsin Youth Company staff will create weekly lesson plans tiered to the children’s interests
  • Our program helps children discover new opportunities through our choice-based curriculum  
  • Within the daily activities, children will have a chance to participate in STEM, art projects, community building games, and other various hands–on activities to expand their developmental growth. Along with developing important life skills such as language, social and emotional skills.  
  • There will be time for daily outdoor recreation (weather permitted) where children will participate in group games and explore the playground. 
  • Children are also provided the opportunity to complete homework. 
Snack 
Extracurriculars
  • Signed paperwork is required for children to participate in an extracurricular activity during after school hours. If your child will be participating in an extracurricular, please contact our registration team at info@wisconsinyouthcompany.org to complete the required paperwork prior to the first day of the extracurricular activity. 

Get to Know Staff:

What was your favorite childhood game?

  • Mrs. Meeka: Duck Duck Goose and Heads-Up 7-Up
  • Ms. Kayla: Playing with my Barbies 
  • Ms. Jordan: Duck Duck Goose

January Recap:

We had a good time in January. We re-established our program expectations after the long break. We enjoyed getting outside even though it was a bit wet. We did some crafts with cotton balls, glue, and pipe cleaners. The kids created their own coloring sheets.

February Happenings:

This month we will:

  • Make musical instruments
  • Celebrate Black History
  • Make Valentine treats
  • Work toward earning our end-of-the month incentive

Family Engagement:

Some of the older kids from group 2 had a cool idea to open a print shop. They took ideas from the other students and drew them on white paper with black marker and there you have it, a print shop. This was very creative and inclusive.

Thanks to everyone who has been sending toilet paper and paper towel tubes. We had a blast making holiday creations with them! The kids are still finding creative ways to use them so keep them coming.

Join us for summer fun!

Do you have a child who will enter grade 6-9 in Fall 2026? If so, check out our Middle School U program! MSU is the perfect place for middle school students to explore new interests, learn new skills, and make new friends! 

Registration is available on a course-by-course basis with half-day and full-day options. See course options.

Reminders
  • No Program:
    • Friday, February 27
    • Friday, March 20
    • Monday, March 23-March 27
    • Friday, April 3
  • Summer 2026 registration is open. Learn more.
  • Report absences by calling or texting the Attendance Message Line at 608-276-9898
  • Please make sure children have appropriate clothing for outside time. See weather chart below.
  • If you’d like to contact me with concerns or questions, please feel free to email me at srutaro-edegbe@wisconsinyouthcompany.org
  • Site cell phone number: 608-335-1423
Weather Guidelines

This chart shows what children need to wear when programs go outside.

Photo Gallery

Program Manager

Billy Boos is the program manager for After School at Arboretum Elementary. Please feel free to reach out to Billy if you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding program. He is available by email at: bboos@wisconsinyouthcompany.org or by phone at 608-445-8019.

Please note: Families are varied and the use of the word Parent(s) refers to the adult(s) who are responsible for the child(ren).

Program Cell Phone Number: 608-335-1423  |  This number can be used to call or text Wisconsin Youth Company staff at your child(ren)’s location during program hours. Please note that staff are engaged with children during program hours and may not be able to answer. Please leave a message and they will get back to you.  

24-Hour Attendance Message Line:  608-276-9898  |  Please text or call the message line when your child(ren) will be absent from program. All absences must be reported. Please include your child(ren)’s name, program, and the date(s) of absence.  

Administrative Office: 608-276-9782 ext. 0  |  If you need immediate assistance, please contact our administrative office. Our administrative office can also assist you with your registration questions.  

Wisconsin Youth Company Email: info@wisconsinyouthcompany.org  |  To communicate with our administrative or registration team or if you have questions regarding your account please send us an email

Program Manager: Billy Boos  |  Please feel free to reach out to Billy if you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding program. He is available by email at: bboos@wisconsinyouthcompany.org.