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 St., Waunakee

  • 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 – Our program doors are nearest to the school garden on the left side of the school.
  • 2024-2025 Program Calendar 
Meet the Staff  
  • Program Supervisor  |  Kelsey Flood
  • Group Leaders  |  Olivia, Neveah, Denisse
  • 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  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 
  • Please call or text the site cell phone to let us know you have arrived. 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 the doors parallel to the garden. Parents should meet their child(ren) outside of the exit door. 
  • Please meet your child 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 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 
  • 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. 

Hello Prairie families!

While the days are a little shorter and chillier, we have been making the most of it at After School. We still get to spend a good part of our day outside as the children really enjoy this time to run around and play active games with their friends. Our favorites remain kickball and football, as well as tag games. While inside, the children discovered their love for our laminator. We have been making bookmarks, posters, and beautiful pieces of art. We would like to give a shutout to the children in grades 3 and 4 for earning their first reward. The group decided to celebrate with an ice cream sundae party.

This month, we will start getting in the holiday spirit and basing our projects around winter and giving. Some projects we are looking forward to are: grinch slime, coffee filter snowflakes, snowman launchers, and a holiday theme sensory bin. We are also excited to get started on community service projects. We will be making holiday cards for residents at Waunakee Valley Senior Living to hopefully put a little extra brightness in their day.

As we are in consistent cold temps, please remember to send your child with the appropriate winter gear. Feel free to reach out or refer to our weather chart with any questions.

We look forward to another great month!

-Kelsey

Get To Know Staff

What is the best thing you’ve crossed off your bucket list?

  • Kelsey: Parasailing in Gulf Shores 
  • Olivia: Skydiving
  • Nevaeh: Seeing some of my favorite musicians live 
  • Denisse: Visiting Colorado

What is your favorite holiday tradition? 

  • Kelsey: Getting together with family and seeing the excitement of my 3-year-old son
  • Olivia: Decorating our Christmas tree and house after Thanksgiving 
  • Nevaeh: Decorating the house for Christmas with my family after Thanksgiving
  • Denisse: Baking cookies with my cousins
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
  • Text the site phone when you arrive at Prairie and are ready for your child. If you don’t get a response within a couple minutes, feel free to text again or call.
  • If you’d like to contact me with concerns or questions, please feel free to email me at kflood@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 Prairie 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).

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 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.