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.   

Van Hise Elementary School  |  246 S. Segoe Rd., Madison

  • After School Program Cell Phone  |  608-445-8039
  • After School Program Hours  |  Monday 2-5:45 p.m., Tuesday-Friday 3:20-5:45 p.m.
    • Please note: program will not be offered on mid-day release and no school days. 
  • 2024-2025 Program Calendar
  • After School Program Location  |  Cafeteria – The entrance to the program is located at the main entrance near the school office (Door #6).
Meet the Staff  
  • Site Supervisor  |  Bee Xiong
  • Group Leader  |  Klaire
  • Program Manager  |  Sammy Krueger

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 
  • Parents will text or call the program phone 608-445-8039 upon arriving to program. 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 Door #6 unless picking up directly from the playground. Please note all children must be marked as independent departure. Parents should meet their child(ren) outside the exit door.
  • If your child(ren) has not exited the school five minutes after your text, please text again or call the program phone.
  • 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 Van Hise community,

I hope everyone enjoyed the November weather! As daylight saving time ended, we went outside earlier and ended the day inside. Since the gym is usually open to us, we’ve been utilizing that space to give children more time to be active. Besides the new schedule, some noteworthy projects we’ve done at program were s’mores pops and painting projects. 

The month of December will feel like a short month, but we’ll make the most out of it. If we get snow, we will finally be able to use our snow sleds. The kids always love it and it’s a great time. Project-wise, nothing beats doing holiday crafts and having cozy holiday snacks.

This month I would like to highlight the children in grade 2. This group always loves to do our projects. They’re the first ones into program and the first ones to look at what’s the project for the day. I always get a good mix of children who are interested in the projects, and sometimes they even encourage others to come try it out. I appreciate that they can be my “hype group” for daily projects.   

Get To Know Staff
  • Site Supervisor: Bee Xiong aka Mr. Bee
    • Fun fact: I am the 2nd youngest out of a family of 11
  • Group Leader: Ms. Klaire
    • Fun fact: Within her 1st semester of playing for women’s varsity golf at UW-Stout, she received the Newcomer of the Year award
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:
  • Report absences by calling or texting the Attendance Message Line at 608-276-9898
  • If you’d like to contact me with concerns or questions, please feel free to email me at bxiong@wisconsinyouthcompany.org
  • If your child brings a water bottle to After School, please make sure it is labeled
  • If your child participates in any extracurricular activities, please email info@wisconsinyouthcompany.org for the extracurricular forms to fill out prior to the start date of the extracurricular.
Weather Guidelines

This chart shows what children need to wear when programs go outside.

Photo Gallery

Program Manager

Sammy Krueger is the program manager for After School at Van Hise Elementary. Please feel free to reach out to Sammy if you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding program. She is available by email at: skrueger@wisconsinyouthcompany.org.

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: 608-445-8039  |  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: Sammy Krueger | Please feel free to reach out to Sammy if you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding program. She is available by email at: skrueger@wisconsinyouthcompany.org.