DPS ECE Newlon Elementary

2.223.A.2 · The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

In Room 120, observed 18 children in attendance, however, 17 children were signed in on the attendance verification. Correction: The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. **Corrected at time of visit, staff member signed the child in on both the parent signature page and the name-to-face attendance verification on 4/9/2026.** No response is required. Correct by 04/09/2026

Corrected by Apr 9, 2026

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2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

In the supply closet between Room 120 and 122, observed Dawn dish soap labeled "keep out of reach of children" on the sink, accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Keep all items labeled "keep out of reach of children" inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit, staff member moved the Dawn dish soap on 4/9/2026.** No response is required. Correct by 04/09/2026

Corrected by Apr 9, 2026

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2.120.C.1.a · The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following: For all individuals whose activities involve the care or supervision of children or who have unsupervised access to children, requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for children or allowing unsupervised access to children.

Reviewed 4 staff files and observed ECT Amilu's file (DOH 8/12/24) to be missing current documentation of TRAILS clearance letter. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Amilu has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for the staff listed above, with written response to the Specialist. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 10/3/24 Correct by 09/26/2024

Corrected by Sep 26, 2024

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2.120.I · Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and current fee to the Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.

Reviewed 4 staff files and observed staff Christina V's file to be missing current documentation of TRAILS clearance letter (expired 4/1/24). FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Christina has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for the staff listed above, with written response to the Specialist. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 10/3/24. Correct by 09/26/2024

Corrected by Sep 26, 2024

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