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.   

Prairie Elementary School  |  700 N. Madison Street

  • After School Program Cell Phone  |  608-445-9057
  • After School Program Hours  |  Monday-Friday 2:40-5:45 p.m.
  • After School Program Location  |  Cafeteria – The entrance to the cafeteria is located on the south side of the building near the school garden
  • 2022-2023 Program Schedule
Meet the Staff  
  • Site Supervisor  |  Kelsey Flood
  • Group Leader  |  Sally Hodge, Olivia Braun
  • Program Manager  |  Billy Boos  |  bboos@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.  

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 will text or call the program phone 608-445-9057 upon arriving to program. We will have both Parent 1 and 2 phone numbers programmed into the site phone. Please confirm the most current cell phone numbers are listed in your Parent Portal. That will serve as our means of identifying Parents. Staff will have children clean up, gather belongings, sanitize hands, and exit the program space. 
  • Please meet your child(ren) outside door 22
  • 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 Prairie and look forward to serving your family.

Hi Prairie families,

Here we are at the end of another school year! This year flew by, but it sure was a good one!

This past month, we have really been enjoying the nice weather and sunshine. We are spending a big part of our After School day playing outside. We are still having fun with kickball, sidewalk chalk, and music.

We hope to bring our projects outdoors and enjoy each other’s company and creativity these last days of After School. We plan to do activities such as, the unpoppable bubble, garden seed balls, and windchimes.

Reminder: Check lost and found before the school year comes to an end.

I am hoping to see a lot of familiar faces this year at our Summer Day Camp!

Enjoy the rest of your school year and have a great summer!

Thanks,

Kelsey, Sally, and Olivia

Reminders
  • 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 Prairie

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: 608-445-9057 |  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.