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.   

Heritage Elementary School  |  6271 Woodland Dr., Waunakee

  • After School Program Cell Phone  |  608-445-9051   
  • After School Program Hours  |  Monday-Friday 2:40-5:45 p.m.
  • After School Program Location  |  Cafeteria – The entrance to the cafeteria is located in the Southwest corner of the school at Door 13.
  • 2024-2025 Program Calendar 
Meet the Staff  
  • Site Supervisor  |  Chris Warga
  • Group Leaders  |  Louise & Robert
  • 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 
  • Program is located in the first-grade cafeteria on the Southwest corner of the school. Please park at the student drop-off area and enter through Door 13 to pick up your student(s).
  • Once you enter, please sign your child 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 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. 

We didn’t get a chance to address the incredible showing at our Fun-Filled Family Fall Festival, otherwise known as Family Night. The kids enjoyed showing parents some of the activities we do weekly. Rock Painting and Scratch Art were big hits. While the kids enjoyed making paper airplanes and learned a little about the principles of flight, that activity was, in my opinion, a little overwhelming given the festivities. It did require a little more concentration than what we were able to provide that evening. We would love to hear from families about some of your favorite activities we might be able to include in the program.

We have since added Legos to our construction activities and it is quite a hit. Children made a Turkey for Family night and it was remarkable! We have done beading, rainbow looms (rubber band bracelets), and Perler beads. We will start using the gym during inclement weather. Since we are starting our physical activity time earlier, we are not bringing backpacks with us and ask that you escort your child(ren) to the program space to gather their things. They are welcome to grab a snack if they choose.

The kids started earning tickets for various reasons: setting an example, doing the right thing, being kind to others, cleaning up without being asked, etc. They can use the tickets earned to “buy” something from the student store that is operated by some of the children in grade 4 including slime, Hot Wheels, stickers, and similar things. We hope to add some books to the store as well as educational items.

We are hoping to explore holiday traditions whether it’s food, family trips, or fun things families do over the break. I hear Wisconsin has some fine Weihnachtsmarkts (Christmas markets) that are worthy of a visit. We’d love to hear if any families have interesting traditions they’d like to share.  

It’s encouraging to see so many parents spend time with the kids at pickup. The children enjoy sharing some of the progress they have made on projects.  

Summer Registration Update

We are excited to announce a change in registration for Summer 2025. Families who are currently enrolled in Wisconsin Youth Company After School programs for the 2024-2025 School Year will have priority enrollment. You will have the opportunity to register for Summer Day Camp, Wander Wisconsin, and Theater Immersion camp programs before registration opens to the general public. Registration for Middle School U will open in March. Additional information will be sent to families via email. For more details, visit the registration page.

Reminders
  • No After School:
    • Monday, December 23-Wednesday, January 1
    • Monday, January 20
    • Monday, January 27
  • Report absences by calling or texting the Attendance Message Line at 608-276-9898
  • Please ensure your child has appropriate clothing for the weather. Please see the weather chart below.
  • If you’d like to contact me with concerns or questions, please feel free to email me at cwarga@wisconsinyouthcompany.org 
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 Heritage 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: 608-445-9051  |  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.