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.

Leopold Elementary School  |  2602 Post Rd. 

  • After School Program Cell Phone  |  608-445-8032
  • After School Program Hours  |  Monday 12:55-5:45 p.m., Tuesday-Friday 2:27-5:45 p.m.
  • After School Program Location  |  Cafeteria – The entrance to the program is located at the doors near the playground on the north side of the building
  • 2022-2023 Program Schedule
Meet the Staff  
  • Site Supervisor  |  Asendra Brown
  • Group Leader  |  Kelsie Manor, Phoebe Lister
  • Program Manager  |  Amanda Gartzke  |  agartzke@wisconsinyouthcompany.org

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.  

Wellness Check  

We ask that families self-monitor and conduct their own wellness checks prior to school each day. If your child(ren) are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 during program hours, our trained staff will conduct a wellness check and request for immediate pick-up. For more information including best practices for fully vaccinated children, please review our COVID-19 addendum located in our program handbook. 

Face Coverings

In accordance with MMSD policy, face coverings are optional during After School. Face coverings will be available to those who need or choose to wear one.

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 may now enter through the back entrance to pick up your child(ren) from our program. The double doors enter directly into the cafeteria/program space.
  • Once you enter, please sign your child(ren) out and remain at the designated sign out table while we inform your child(ren) of your arrival and get them ready to go. 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 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 
  • All children must wash hands with soap and water before and after eating  
  • Snacks are individually wrapped and will be passed out by staff 
  • Milk will also be served 
  • Please see the Wisconsin Youth Company Program Handbook for more details about snack 
We are anticipating a wonderful program year at After School Leopold and look forward to serving your family. 

Hello After School families,

We have made it to the end of another school year! What a year it has been and how fast it has gone by. I’m happy to say we flew through it by having a blast!

This year was our first year back to “normal,” if you will. We went back to seeing whole faces and being able to do more than what we were used to. Our kids have experienced a handful of transitions and this year really showed me how resilient they are, and I could not be prouder. Through all the changes, they kept smiling, and showing up for me, as much as I them. The growth in all of us throughout this year is unmatched.

I truly appreciate the wonderful school family we have and all of the support from you all. I cannot thank you enough. It has been so rewarding establishing and growing relationships, and growing as a community together.

I hope you all have an amazing, FUN-filled summer! Be sure to take as many photos as you all see me take. I can’t wait to see them in the fall!

Here’s to another year in the books,
Ms. Asendra

Please feel free to reach out to me any time at abrown@wisconsinyouthcompany.org.

 

Lights on Leopold | Favorite Part of the Year:

Delonte – Taco ‘Bout Cinco de Mayo Party

Claire – Holiday Gift Unwrap

Kylan – Water Balloon Day

Arya – Family Night

Reminders
  • Please send your child(ren) to program with a water bottle.
  • Now that the weather is warmer and the sun is out longer, please park in the parking lot when you arrive. The blacktop is no longer available for vehicles. Thank you!
  • Last day of program is June 8. Please work with program staff to ensure any medications are returned home on your child’s last day of attendance.
  • Please take a few moments to fill out our annual parent survey. Your feedback is valued and will be used as we plan for the upcoming school year. Click here to access the survey.
  • As temperatures warm up, After School programs will spend more time outdoors. Please remember to send your children with the appropriate outerwear. Refer to the attire and weather chart to see what is required for all temperatures.
  • Please call the attendance message line at 608-276-9898 to report any absences.
  • COVID-19 vaccines are available for children age 6 months and up. Click for more information and to schedule an appointment for your child. (Español).
What's Happening

After School Leopold

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: 608-445-8032  |  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 call the message line when your child(ren) will be absent from program. All absences must be reported. Please leave a message regarding 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.