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 Madison Metropolitan School District to provide on-site after school programming. Please carefully review all tabs on this webpage prior to your first day of school.   

Crestwood Elementary School  |  5930 Old Sauk Rd., Madison

  • After School Program Cell Phone  |  608-445-8026   
  • After School Program Hours  | Monday 2-5:45 p.m., Tuesday-Friday: 3:20-5:45 p.m.
    • Please note: program will not be offered on mid-day release and no school days. 
  • 2024-2025 Program Calendar 
  • After School Program Location  |  Old Gym – The entrance to the gym is located at the main entrance doors (Door #1) on the south side of the building.
Meet the Staff  
  • Program Supervisor  |  Adam Cabell
  • Group Leader  |  Catie
  • Lead Program Manager  | Stephany Aimeé

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 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 text or call the program phone, 608-445-8026, upon arriving to program. Staff will have Parent 1 and 2 phone numbers programmed into their cell phone. To verify the phone numbers listed on your account please contact info@wisconsinyouthcompany.org. Staff will have children clean up and gather belongings. Parents should enter through Door#1 after being let in by staff, unless picking up directly from the playground. 
  • If your child(ren) has not exited the school five minutes after your text, please call the program phone. 
  • 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 your child(ren) to 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. 

I can’t believe we are in May and so close to the end of the school year! It astounds me how quickly the school year always passes; it never fails. It only goes to show how quickly our children grow and develop, and how much we need to cherish the little moments with them. I can’t wait to hear all about the exciting summer plans-in-the-making from all the children.

Last month, After School kids enjoyed a mix of active, creative and hands-on learning activities during After School programming as well as our Spring Bash Family Night. We hope you had as much fun as we did.

Paula led a variety of science club activities with us with Alka-Seltzer rockets with film canisters being the most popular and most rewarding experience with the kids. Please see below for materials and instructions:

Materials:

  • Film canisters
  • Alka-Seltzer tablets
  • Water
  • Safety goggles

Instructions:

  1. Turn the rocket upside down and pour water into the container. The amount of water you use will determine the launch height, so only fill the container about 1/4 to 1/3 full.
  2. Drop 1/2 of an Alka-Seltzer tablet into the water and quickly put on the lid. Make sure the lid snaps completely onto the container.
  3. Set the rocket on a flat surface such as a sidewalk or driveway, and step quickly away from it.
  4. Wait a few seconds, and watch it go flying into the air!

This month we’re looking forward to enjoying as much outside time as we can, as well as continued positive community building within the program. We really want to finish this school year strong and send the children off to summer feeling content and fulfilled!

Get To Know Staff

Staff’s favorite foods:

  • Catie loves sandwiches with her primary preferences being grilled cheese and Fluffernutters (peanut butter and marshmallow fluff)
  • Perla enjoys Chinese and Indian cuisine with some of her favorite meals including butter chicken, tandoori chicken, and egg foo young
  • Adam loves Japanese cuisine, Katsudon, Tonkotsu ramen with Gyoza and many more
Reminders
  • No After School:
  • Report absences by calling or texting the Attendance Message Line at 608-276-9898
  • If you’d like to contact me with concerns or questions, please feel free to email me at acabell@wisconsinyouthcompany.org 
  • If possible, please send your child(ren) to program with a labeled water bottle
  • During pick-up, if you are unsure whether we will be indoors or outdoors, please park in the lot that is located near the back door of the gym (this is not the parking lot adjacent to the playground). This lot is accessible to the playground (walk around the corner of the building to the playground) and main entrance. Please also feel free to text or call the program cell phone number at 608-445-8026.
Weather Guidelines

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

Photo Gallery

Program Manager

Adam Cabell is the program manager for After School at Crestwood Elementary. Please feel free to reach out to Adam if you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding program. She is available by email at: acabell@wisconsinyouthcompany.org or by phone at 608-577-5740.

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).

Site Cell Phone Number: 608-445-8026  |  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.

Lead Program Manager: Stephany Aimeé | Please feel free to reach out to Stephany if you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding program. She is available by email at: saimee@wisconsinyouthcompany.org.