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 – The entrance to the cafeteria is located at the front of the school to the right of the main entrance.
  • 2024-2025 Program Calendar 
Meet the Staff  
  • Interim Site Supervisor  |  Billy Boos
  • Group Leaders  |  Ali, Heather

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 will enter through Door #13 to pick up their children from program. This door enters directly into cafeteria/program space. 
  • Once you enter, please sign your children out. 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 
  • An afternoon snack will be provided. 
  • All snacks served at program are nut-free. 
  • Milk will also be served. 
  • Please see the Wisconsin Youth Company Program Handbook for more details about 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. 

April was a game-changer of a month! It was great weather for the most part to be outside and run off energy as much as possible. We also had our spring family night which was once again well-attended. Thanks to all for your support in our program at Arboretum.

May will be a month of appreciation for those who helped our program be a success (custodial staff, office staff, whoever our children think is suitable to receive their thanks) as well as each other. Yes, bumps do occur throughout the year and that’s part of what growing up is about. We learn and grow from those tough moments, and we hope it turns out for the better.

Feel free to give a thank you to staff who have been with us to support program throughout the year! This includes Kayla, Ali, and Maggie!

Thank you,

Billy

Reminders
  • No After School:
    • Mondays, May 19 & 26
  • Report absences by calling or texting the Attendance Message Line at 608-276-9898

 

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.