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.
Program Resources
- 2024-2025 Program Calendar
- 2024-2025 Snack Information
- Guide to Regulated Child Care
- Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers
Community Resources
- Comprehensive Community Resources Madison and Dane County Public Health Community Resource List (Food, Mental Health, Immigration, Housing, etc.)
- City of Madison Community Resource List (Rental Assistance, Domestic Abuse Prevention, Jobs, etc.)
Mental Health Resources
- NAMI Dane County Mental Health Resource Guide – Services and Phone Numbers
- NAMI Resources for Parents
- NAMI Resources for Children, Youth, and Young Adults
LGBTQ+ Resources
Wisconsin Youth Company Resources
- Elver Park Neighborhood Center | food pantry, computer lab, social work services
- Program Tuition Assistance & Scholarships
Family Events
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.