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.  

Franklin Elementary  |  305 W. Lakeside St., Madison

  • After School Program Cell Phone  |  608-445-8028
  • After School Program Hours  |  Monday 1:10-5:45 p.m., Tuesday-Friday 2:30-5:45 p.m.
    • Please note: Program is not offered on mid-day release or no-school days  
  • After School Program Location  |  Gymnasium
    • Entrance to the program space is located at the front of the school near the main office (Door #2)
  • 2025-2026 Program Calendar
Meet the Staff  
  • Site Supervisor  |  Taylor Zimmerman
  • Group Leaders  |  Zaiyannah, Ryder
  • Program Manager  |  Adam Cabell

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 608-445-8028 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, gather belongings, and exit the program space through Door #2 unless picking directly up from the playground. Parents should meet their child(ren) outside the exit door. Please note all children must be marked as independent departure.
  • If your child(ren) has not exited the school 5 minutes after your text, please text again or 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 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 are you looking forward to this summer?

  • Taylor: Taking a trip to South Dakota to hike
  • Zai: Pool days
  • Ryder: Sunny weather

April Recap:

These past few months we have completed activities such as Play-Doh monsters, box creations, trivia, noodle necklaces, rock painting, paper tornados, scavenger hunts, maps, postcards, and more. In addition, we have been soaking up the sun and spending lots of time outdoors playing four square, football, basketball, soccer, swinging, and more.

May Happenings:

This May and June we look forward to winding down the rest of our school year with activities revolving around robots, cool down, outdoors, pets, and celebrations!

Thanks to all who attended our past few family nights! We will have one last family night in May, so be on the lookout for an upcoming email.

Family Engagement:

Project Spotlight: Noodle Necklaces and Creations

Materials:

  • Noodles of various shapes and colors
  • String or pipe cleaners

Instructions:

Have kids spark their creativity with noodle necklaces. They can work on fine motor skills while creating a beautiful gift, art piece, or accessory to wear. They can also create noodle people and animals using the noodles and pipe cleaners.

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, May 8
    • Monday, May 25
    • Wednesday, June 10 – Last day of After School
  • Thank you everyone for a wonderful school year! We hope you all have the best summer!
  • Summer 2026 registration is open. Learn more.
  • 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 tzimmerman@wisconsinyouthcompany.org 
  • Site cell phone number: 608-445-8028  
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 Franklin Elementary. Please feel free to reach out to Adam if you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding program. He 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: 608-445-8028  |  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: Adam Cabell  |  Please feel free to reach out to Adam if you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding program. He is available by email at: acabell@wisconsinyouthcompany.org.