Humane Education
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About Humane Education
The Education Department at HAWS is rooted in the vision of its founding members, who believed that building a humane community starts with humane education and strengthening the human-animal bond. Each year, the department reaches over 11,000 future leaders through engaging, character-driven youth programs that teach empathy, kindness, and compassion for all living things. Through camps, school visits, and community outreach, we teach responsible pet ownership and animal welfare, helping to shape a more compassionate and informed future for both people and animals.
Summer Camps
Summer campers enjoy hands-on activities, fun lessons, games, and time with shelter animals while discovering how animals help people and how we can help them in return. Each day is filled with connection, creativity, and plenty of memorable moments.
School Year Camps
Looking for a fun place for your child to spend some of their winter or spring break? Have them come spend a day or more at one of our locations in Waukesha or Delafield.
After-School Clubs
After-School Clubs combine volunteer activities, animal care, and crafts to teach kids empathy and responsibility through hands-on learning.
Family Programs
Family Programs at the Schallock Center for Animals offer interactive, educational experiences that bring people of all ages closer to animals while promoting compassion and responsible care.
Birthday Parties
Celebrate your child’s birthday with a fun, animal-filled party at our main shelter or the Schallock Center for Animals, featuring hands-on activities and opportunities to interact with our animals.
In-School Programs
Our in-school programs partner with schools and teachers to bring hands-on animal education into the classroom, teaching students to be humane, compassionate, and responsible while strengthening the human-animal bond.
School Field Trips
Our school field trips at the Schallock Center for Animals provide teachers and students opportunities to learn about caring for animals and help around the property, inspiring compassion and encouraging lasting connections.
Scouts & Tours
Scouts and tours at our main shelter and Schallock Center provide interactive, educational visits that inspire compassion and teach responsible animal care.