10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/1/2026 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 4/1/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with you, Yashika Park, Lead Teacher. The program operates two (2) classrooms (405 & 407) and one (1) playground within a DPI facility. Both classrooms and playground were monitored during this visit. During this visit children were observed actively engaging with their assigned teacher and participating in various free-choice centers, including fine motor activities, books, blocks, and dramatic play. Other routine activities such as eating lunch, playing outside, handwashing, and nap time were also monitored. Positive and developmentally appropriate interactions between staff and children, staff/child ratios, and supervision were monitored throughout the visit. Their five-star rated license was posted and in compliance with all restrictions noted on the license. For lunch the children were served chicken patty with a bun, green beans, sliced pears, and milk. The food is prepared in the school cafeteria and then brought to the classroom, or they also have the option to eat in the cafeteria. During today’s visit I monitored children eating in their classroom. I was not able to monitor staff files or children’s files because they were not available for review. During this visit, Wilma Monroe, Substitute, was present in classroom number 407. I checked ABCMS to verify that she had completed a criminal background check. According to ABCMS, she has never had a criminal background check completed by DCDEE. Because of this she was asked to leave the classroom immediately. I discussed with her that, in order to return to work in a classroom, she would need to have a qualifying letter on file. She stated that she understood. There were two (2) staff present in the classroom with a total of thirteen children, so they were able to maintain staff/child ratio when Ms. Monroe left the classroom. Overall enrollment and attendance information were collected. The attached Space Capacity and Enrollment Worksheet reflect this information, along with the names of staff present and actively caring for children during this visit. At the conclusion of the visit, the visit summary was reviewed with you, and you were provided with an opportunity to ask questions, seek clarification, and request technical assistance. You were also provided with an electronic copy of this visit summary to keep for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan posted in both classrooms were not current. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. This was not posted in space 105 for one child with a food allergy. .0901(g) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Screen time was not documented when children watch TV in the afternoon. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. There was a metal dump truck on the playground that was not in good repair. It had areas that were rusted and sharp edges. This was corrected during the visit when it was removed from the playground so children didn't have access to it. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted in both classrooms. .1003(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. All outlets were not covered on the power cord tower. This was corrected during the visit when all outlets were covered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspections were completed but they were not completed using the form provided by DCDEE. .0605(q) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. This was not completed prior to employment for W. Monroe. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Staff files were not available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1328 Children's records were not made available for review. Children's records were not available for review. G.S. 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. This was not on file for W. Monroe. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS Roster was not created to notify DCDEE of all staff who were hired within five business days. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) The nine (9) violations that were documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be submitted to me no later than April 15, 2026, clearly detailing how each violation has been corrected. You may email your compliance letter to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to submit your compliance letter by the stated deadline or failure to contact me regarding a revised timeline may result in a follow-up visit, and violations may be cited. If you are unable to meet the required deadline of April 15, 2026, you must contact me prior to that date with a proposed timeline for completing the required corrections. In some cases, this time frame may be extended. Important Notice: If your compliance letter states that corrections have been made and it is later determined they were not, this will be considered falsification of information, and an administrative action may be taken against your license. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today, your compliance history is 91%. Your compliance history was reviewed with you, and you were also given a copy to keep for your records. Rated License Assessment: Pathways to the Stars: The NC Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) QRIS is a systemic approach to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in child care. It encourages programs to engage in continuous quality improvement and families may use the star rating to make informed decisions when choosing a child care facility. During the visit you were provided with information about the three (3) QRIS Pathways. It was discussed with you that you should begin to review the different pathways and choose the best pathway for your facility. A new Pathways to the Stars Rules Roll Out module is now available in the DCDEE Moodle digital learning platform. To access the links in the application you can visit: the DCDEE website at: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov and click on the provider tab and then scroll down and click on the provider documents and forms and then click on the Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers. During the visit I also demonstrated how to access the QRIS information and the application located on the DCDEE website: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov. Questions about QRIS Modernization (Reform) may be sent to DCDEE_QRIS@dhhs.nc.gov. I will process your star rated license using the education information that is in WORKS at that time. So, it is imperative that all staff education information has been processed through WORKS. Failure to do so could impact your star rated license. Keep in mind that in order to be eligible for subsidy payments the facility must transition to a three to five star rated license. Technical Assistance: ABCMS Provider Portal As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814 6401 and someone will assist you. To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. We will grant your access within 2 business days. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of posting food allergies in all rooms where children eat to ensure that staff are aware of each child’s dietary restrictions and can help prevent accidental exposure. Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of ensuring that staff, program, and children’s files are available for review, current, and updated as needed, as this information is necessary to document compliance and ensure required records are readily accessible. You can visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.nc.gov for updated information, resources, and provider forms. Please contact me at (919)-819-9348 or, email leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov if you have any questions. You can also contact Janet Edwards, Licensing Supervisor at: janet.edwards@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/1/2026 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 4/1/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with you, Yashika Park, Lead Teacher. The program operates two (2) classrooms (405 & 407) and one (1) playground within a DPI facility. Both classrooms and playground were monitored during this visit. During this visit children were observed actively engaging with their assigned teacher and participating in various free-choice centers, including fine motor activities, books, blocks, and dramatic play. Other routine activities such as eating lunch, playing outside, handwashing, and nap time were also monitored. Positive and developmentally appropriate interactions between staff and children, staff/child ratios, and supervision were monitored throughout the visit. Their five-star rated license was posted and in compliance with all restrictions noted on the license. For lunch the children were served chicken patty with a bun, green beans, sliced pears, and milk. The food is prepared in the school cafeteria and then brought to the classroom, or they also have the option to eat in the cafeteria. During today’s visit I monitored children eating in their classroom. I was not able to monitor staff files or children’s files because they were not available for review. During this visit, Wilma Monroe, Substitute, was present in classroom number 407. I checked ABCMS to verify that she had completed a criminal background check. According to ABCMS, she has never had a criminal background check completed by DCDEE. Because of this she was asked to leave the classroom immediately. I discussed with her that, in order to return to work in a classroom, she would need to have a qualifying letter on file. She stated that she understood. There were two (2) staff present in the classroom with a total of thirteen children, so they were able to maintain staff/child ratio when Ms. Monroe left the classroom. Overall enrollment and attendance information were collected. The attached Space Capacity and Enrollment Worksheet reflect this information, along with the names of staff present and actively caring for children during this visit. At the conclusion of the visit, the visit summary was reviewed with you, and you were provided with an opportunity to ask questions, seek clarification, and request technical assistance. You were also provided with an electronic copy of this visit summary to keep for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan posted in both classrooms were not current. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. This was not posted in space 105 for one child with a food allergy. .0901(g) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Screen time was not documented when children watch TV in the afternoon. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. There was a metal dump truck on the playground that was not in good repair. It had areas that were rusted and sharp edges. This was corrected during the visit when it was removed from the playground so children didn't have access to it. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted in both classrooms. .1003(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. All outlets were not covered on the power cord tower. This was corrected during the visit when all outlets were covered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspections were completed but they were not completed using the form provided by DCDEE. .0605(q) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. This was not completed prior to employment for W. Monroe. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Staff files were not available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1328 Children's records were not made available for review. Children's records were not available for review. G.S. 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. This was not on file for W. Monroe. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS Roster was not created to notify DCDEE of all staff who were hired within five business days. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) The nine (9) violations that were documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be submitted to me no later than April 15, 2026, clearly detailing how each violation has been corrected. You may email your compliance letter to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to submit your compliance letter by the stated deadline or failure to contact me regarding a revised timeline may result in a follow-up visit, and violations may be cited. If you are unable to meet the required deadline of April 15, 2026, you must contact me prior to that date with a proposed timeline for completing the required corrections. In some cases, this time frame may be extended. Important Notice: If your compliance letter states that corrections have been made and it is later determined they were not, this will be considered falsification of information, and an administrative action may be taken against your license. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today, your compliance history is 91%. Your compliance history was reviewed with you, and you were also given a copy to keep for your records. Rated License Assessment: Pathways to the Stars: The NC Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) QRIS is a systemic approach to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in child care. It encourages programs to engage in continuous quality improvement and families may use the star rating to make informed decisions when choosing a child care facility. During the visit you were provided with information about the three (3) QRIS Pathways. It was discussed with you that you should begin to review the different pathways and choose the best pathway for your facility. A new Pathways to the Stars Rules Roll Out module is now available in the DCDEE Moodle digital learning platform. To access the links in the application you can visit: the DCDEE website at: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov and click on the provider tab and then scroll down and click on the provider documents and forms and then click on the Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers. During the visit I also demonstrated how to access the QRIS information and the application located on the DCDEE website: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov. Questions about QRIS Modernization (Reform) may be sent to DCDEE_QRIS@dhhs.nc.gov. I will process your star rated license using the education information that is in WORKS at that time. So, it is imperative that all staff education information has been processed through WORKS. Failure to do so could impact your star rated license. Keep in mind that in order to be eligible for subsidy payments the facility must transition to a three to five star rated license. Technical Assistance: ABCMS Provider Portal As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814 6401 and someone will assist you. To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. We will grant your access within 2 business days. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of posting food allergies in all rooms where children eat to ensure that staff are aware of each child’s dietary restrictions and can help prevent accidental exposure. Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of ensuring that staff, program, and children’s files are available for review, current, and updated as needed, as this information is necessary to document compliance and ensure required records are readily accessible. You can visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.nc.gov for updated information, resources, and provider forms. Please contact me at (919)-819-9348 or, email leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov if you have any questions. You can also contact Janet Edwards, Licensing Supervisor at: janet.edwards@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/1/2026 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 4/1/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with you, Yashika Park, Lead Teacher. The program operates two (2) classrooms (405 & 407) and one (1) playground within a DPI facility. Both classrooms and playground were monitored during this visit. During this visit children were observed actively engaging with their assigned teacher and participating in various free-choice centers, including fine motor activities, books, blocks, and dramatic play. Other routine activities such as eating lunch, playing outside, handwashing, and nap time were also monitored. Positive and developmentally appropriate interactions between staff and children, staff/child ratios, and supervision were monitored throughout the visit. Their five-star rated license was posted and in compliance with all restrictions noted on the license. For lunch the children were served chicken patty with a bun, green beans, sliced pears, and milk. The food is prepared in the school cafeteria and then brought to the classroom, or they also have the option to eat in the cafeteria. During today’s visit I monitored children eating in their classroom. I was not able to monitor staff files or children’s files because they were not available for review. During this visit, Wilma Monroe, Substitute, was present in classroom number 407. I checked ABCMS to verify that she had completed a criminal background check. According to ABCMS, she has never had a criminal background check completed by DCDEE. Because of this she was asked to leave the classroom immediately. I discussed with her that, in order to return to work in a classroom, she would need to have a qualifying letter on file. She stated that she understood. There were two (2) staff present in the classroom with a total of thirteen children, so they were able to maintain staff/child ratio when Ms. Monroe left the classroom. Overall enrollment and attendance information were collected. The attached Space Capacity and Enrollment Worksheet reflect this information, along with the names of staff present and actively caring for children during this visit. At the conclusion of the visit, the visit summary was reviewed with you, and you were provided with an opportunity to ask questions, seek clarification, and request technical assistance. You were also provided with an electronic copy of this visit summary to keep for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan posted in both classrooms were not current. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. This was not posted in space 105 for one child with a food allergy. .0901(g) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Screen time was not documented when children watch TV in the afternoon. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. There was a metal dump truck on the playground that was not in good repair. It had areas that were rusted and sharp edges. This was corrected during the visit when it was removed from the playground so children didn't have access to it. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted in both classrooms. .1003(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. All outlets were not covered on the power cord tower. This was corrected during the visit when all outlets were covered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspections were completed but they were not completed using the form provided by DCDEE. .0605(q) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. This was not completed prior to employment for W. Monroe. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Staff files were not available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1328 Children's records were not made available for review. Children's records were not available for review. G.S. 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. This was not on file for W. Monroe. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS Roster was not created to notify DCDEE of all staff who were hired within five business days. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) The nine (9) violations that were documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be submitted to me no later than April 15, 2026, clearly detailing how each violation has been corrected. You may email your compliance letter to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to submit your compliance letter by the stated deadline or failure to contact me regarding a revised timeline may result in a follow-up visit, and violations may be cited. If you are unable to meet the required deadline of April 15, 2026, you must contact me prior to that date with a proposed timeline for completing the required corrections. In some cases, this time frame may be extended. Important Notice: If your compliance letter states that corrections have been made and it is later determined they were not, this will be considered falsification of information, and an administrative action may be taken against your license. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today, your compliance history is 91%. Your compliance history was reviewed with you, and you were also given a copy to keep for your records. Rated License Assessment: Pathways to the Stars: The NC Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) QRIS is a systemic approach to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in child care. It encourages programs to engage in continuous quality improvement and families may use the star rating to make informed decisions when choosing a child care facility. During the visit you were provided with information about the three (3) QRIS Pathways. It was discussed with you that you should begin to review the different pathways and choose the best pathway for your facility. A new Pathways to the Stars Rules Roll Out module is now available in the DCDEE Moodle digital learning platform. To access the links in the application you can visit: the DCDEE website at: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov and click on the provider tab and then scroll down and click on the provider documents and forms and then click on the Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers. During the visit I also demonstrated how to access the QRIS information and the application located on the DCDEE website: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov. Questions about QRIS Modernization (Reform) may be sent to DCDEE_QRIS@dhhs.nc.gov. I will process your star rated license using the education information that is in WORKS at that time. So, it is imperative that all staff education information has been processed through WORKS. Failure to do so could impact your star rated license. Keep in mind that in order to be eligible for subsidy payments the facility must transition to a three to five star rated license. Technical Assistance: ABCMS Provider Portal As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814 6401 and someone will assist you. To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. We will grant your access within 2 business days. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of posting food allergies in all rooms where children eat to ensure that staff are aware of each child’s dietary restrictions and can help prevent accidental exposure. Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of ensuring that staff, program, and children’s files are available for review, current, and updated as needed, as this information is necessary to document compliance and ensure required records are readily accessible. You can visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.nc.gov for updated information, resources, and provider forms. Please contact me at (919)-819-9348 or, email leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov if you have any questions. You can also contact Janet Edwards, Licensing Supervisor at: janet.edwards@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/1/2026 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 4/1/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with you, Yashika Park, Lead Teacher. The program operates two (2) classrooms (405 & 407) and one (1) playground within a DPI facility. Both classrooms and playground were monitored during this visit. During this visit children were observed actively engaging with their assigned teacher and participating in various free-choice centers, including fine motor activities, books, blocks, and dramatic play. Other routine activities such as eating lunch, playing outside, handwashing, and nap time were also monitored. Positive and developmentally appropriate interactions between staff and children, staff/child ratios, and supervision were monitored throughout the visit. Their five-star rated license was posted and in compliance with all restrictions noted on the license. For lunch the children were served chicken patty with a bun, green beans, sliced pears, and milk. The food is prepared in the school cafeteria and then brought to the classroom, or they also have the option to eat in the cafeteria. During today’s visit I monitored children eating in their classroom. I was not able to monitor staff files or children’s files because they were not available for review. During this visit, Wilma Monroe, Substitute, was present in classroom number 407. I checked ABCMS to verify that she had completed a criminal background check. According to ABCMS, she has never had a criminal background check completed by DCDEE. Because of this she was asked to leave the classroom immediately. I discussed with her that, in order to return to work in a classroom, she would need to have a qualifying letter on file. She stated that she understood. There were two (2) staff present in the classroom with a total of thirteen children, so they were able to maintain staff/child ratio when Ms. Monroe left the classroom. Overall enrollment and attendance information were collected. The attached Space Capacity and Enrollment Worksheet reflect this information, along with the names of staff present and actively caring for children during this visit. At the conclusion of the visit, the visit summary was reviewed with you, and you were provided with an opportunity to ask questions, seek clarification, and request technical assistance. You were also provided with an electronic copy of this visit summary to keep for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan posted in both classrooms were not current. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. This was not posted in space 105 for one child with a food allergy. .0901(g) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Screen time was not documented when children watch TV in the afternoon. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. There was a metal dump truck on the playground that was not in good repair. It had areas that were rusted and sharp edges. This was corrected during the visit when it was removed from the playground so children didn't have access to it. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted in both classrooms. .1003(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. All outlets were not covered on the power cord tower. This was corrected during the visit when all outlets were covered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspections were completed but they were not completed using the form provided by DCDEE. .0605(q) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. This was not completed prior to employment for W. Monroe. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Staff files were not available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1328 Children's records were not made available for review. Children's records were not available for review. G.S. 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. This was not on file for W. Monroe. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS Roster was not created to notify DCDEE of all staff who were hired within five business days. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) The nine (9) violations that were documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be submitted to me no later than April 15, 2026, clearly detailing how each violation has been corrected. You may email your compliance letter to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to submit your compliance letter by the stated deadline or failure to contact me regarding a revised timeline may result in a follow-up visit, and violations may be cited. If you are unable to meet the required deadline of April 15, 2026, you must contact me prior to that date with a proposed timeline for completing the required corrections. In some cases, this time frame may be extended. Important Notice: If your compliance letter states that corrections have been made and it is later determined they were not, this will be considered falsification of information, and an administrative action may be taken against your license. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today, your compliance history is 91%. Your compliance history was reviewed with you, and you were also given a copy to keep for your records. Rated License Assessment: Pathways to the Stars: The NC Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) QRIS is a systemic approach to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in child care. It encourages programs to engage in continuous quality improvement and families may use the star rating to make informed decisions when choosing a child care facility. During the visit you were provided with information about the three (3) QRIS Pathways. It was discussed with you that you should begin to review the different pathways and choose the best pathway for your facility. A new Pathways to the Stars Rules Roll Out module is now available in the DCDEE Moodle digital learning platform. To access the links in the application you can visit: the DCDEE website at: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov and click on the provider tab and then scroll down and click on the provider documents and forms and then click on the Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers. During the visit I also demonstrated how to access the QRIS information and the application located on the DCDEE website: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov. Questions about QRIS Modernization (Reform) may be sent to DCDEE_QRIS@dhhs.nc.gov. I will process your star rated license using the education information that is in WORKS at that time. So, it is imperative that all staff education information has been processed through WORKS. Failure to do so could impact your star rated license. Keep in mind that in order to be eligible for subsidy payments the facility must transition to a three to five star rated license. Technical Assistance: ABCMS Provider Portal As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814 6401 and someone will assist you. To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. We will grant your access within 2 business days. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of posting food allergies in all rooms where children eat to ensure that staff are aware of each child’s dietary restrictions and can help prevent accidental exposure. Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of ensuring that staff, program, and children’s files are available for review, current, and updated as needed, as this information is necessary to document compliance and ensure required records are readily accessible. You can visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.nc.gov for updated information, resources, and provider forms. Please contact me at (919)-819-9348 or, email leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov if you have any questions. You can also contact Janet Edwards, Licensing Supervisor at: janet.edwards@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/1/2026 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 4/1/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with you, Yashika Park, Lead Teacher. The program operates two (2) classrooms (405 & 407) and one (1) playground within a DPI facility. Both classrooms and playground were monitored during this visit. During this visit children were observed actively engaging with their assigned teacher and participating in various free-choice centers, including fine motor activities, books, blocks, and dramatic play. Other routine activities such as eating lunch, playing outside, handwashing, and nap time were also monitored. Positive and developmentally appropriate interactions between staff and children, staff/child ratios, and supervision were monitored throughout the visit. Their five-star rated license was posted and in compliance with all restrictions noted on the license. For lunch the children were served chicken patty with a bun, green beans, sliced pears, and milk. The food is prepared in the school cafeteria and then brought to the classroom, or they also have the option to eat in the cafeteria. During today’s visit I monitored children eating in their classroom. I was not able to monitor staff files or children’s files because they were not available for review. During this visit, Wilma Monroe, Substitute, was present in classroom number 407. I checked ABCMS to verify that she had completed a criminal background check. According to ABCMS, she has never had a criminal background check completed by DCDEE. Because of this she was asked to leave the classroom immediately. I discussed with her that, in order to return to work in a classroom, she would need to have a qualifying letter on file. She stated that she understood. There were two (2) staff present in the classroom with a total of thirteen children, so they were able to maintain staff/child ratio when Ms. Monroe left the classroom. Overall enrollment and attendance information were collected. The attached Space Capacity and Enrollment Worksheet reflect this information, along with the names of staff present and actively caring for children during this visit. At the conclusion of the visit, the visit summary was reviewed with you, and you were provided with an opportunity to ask questions, seek clarification, and request technical assistance. You were also provided with an electronic copy of this visit summary to keep for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan posted in both classrooms were not current. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. This was not posted in space 105 for one child with a food allergy. .0901(g) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Screen time was not documented when children watch TV in the afternoon. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. There was a metal dump truck on the playground that was not in good repair. It had areas that were rusted and sharp edges. This was corrected during the visit when it was removed from the playground so children didn't have access to it. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted in both classrooms. .1003(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. All outlets were not covered on the power cord tower. This was corrected during the visit when all outlets were covered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspections were completed but they were not completed using the form provided by DCDEE. .0605(q) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. This was not completed prior to employment for W. Monroe. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Staff files were not available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1328 Children's records were not made available for review. Children's records were not available for review. G.S. 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. This was not on file for W. Monroe. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS Roster was not created to notify DCDEE of all staff who were hired within five business days. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) The nine (9) violations that were documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be submitted to me no later than April 15, 2026, clearly detailing how each violation has been corrected. You may email your compliance letter to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to submit your compliance letter by the stated deadline or failure to contact me regarding a revised timeline may result in a follow-up visit, and violations may be cited. If you are unable to meet the required deadline of April 15, 2026, you must contact me prior to that date with a proposed timeline for completing the required corrections. In some cases, this time frame may be extended. Important Notice: If your compliance letter states that corrections have been made and it is later determined they were not, this will be considered falsification of information, and an administrative action may be taken against your license. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today, your compliance history is 91%. Your compliance history was reviewed with you, and you were also given a copy to keep for your records. Rated License Assessment: Pathways to the Stars: The NC Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) QRIS is a systemic approach to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in child care. It encourages programs to engage in continuous quality improvement and families may use the star rating to make informed decisions when choosing a child care facility. During the visit you were provided with information about the three (3) QRIS Pathways. It was discussed with you that you should begin to review the different pathways and choose the best pathway for your facility. A new Pathways to the Stars Rules Roll Out module is now available in the DCDEE Moodle digital learning platform. To access the links in the application you can visit: the DCDEE website at: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov and click on the provider tab and then scroll down and click on the provider documents and forms and then click on the Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers. During the visit I also demonstrated how to access the QRIS information and the application located on the DCDEE website: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov. Questions about QRIS Modernization (Reform) may be sent to DCDEE_QRIS@dhhs.nc.gov. I will process your star rated license using the education information that is in WORKS at that time. So, it is imperative that all staff education information has been processed through WORKS. Failure to do so could impact your star rated license. Keep in mind that in order to be eligible for subsidy payments the facility must transition to a three to five star rated license. Technical Assistance: ABCMS Provider Portal As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814 6401 and someone will assist you. To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. We will grant your access within 2 business days. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of posting food allergies in all rooms where children eat to ensure that staff are aware of each child’s dietary restrictions and can help prevent accidental exposure. Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of ensuring that staff, program, and children’s files are available for review, current, and updated as needed, as this information is necessary to document compliance and ensure required records are readily accessible. You can visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.nc.gov for updated information, resources, and provider forms. Please contact me at (919)-819-9348 or, email leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov if you have any questions. You can also contact Janet Edwards, Licensing Supervisor at: janet.edwards@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .2902 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: DEBORAH DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/10/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/10/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in spaces # 1 and #2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. Your program currently operates with a five star license, issued October 5, 2023, earning 7 points in the education component, 7 points in the program standards component ,meeting enhanced ratios and space and 1 quality point for meeting the programmatic option. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four and five star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 23, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed March 28, 2025 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted May 1, 2024 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Each indoor and outdoor space was monitored. The children were observed completing a group activity, toileting, preparing for and eating lunch and playing outside. Lunch consisted of ravioli, pears, corn, bread and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, C. Swearingen, N. Lloyd and teachers, T. McLean, D. Archetti, L. McKeithan, S. Gilmore. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the DIAL-4 screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: October, February and May of the school year. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in spaces # 1 and 2 and 3 for auxiliary services and napping. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified incompliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over ten years experience. I confirmed oversight and supervision for caregivers assigned to serve children ages birth to three years is provided by B-K licensed teachers. The program operates 7 hours a day 10 months a year. Children’s individual plans for care and developmentally appropriate activity plans are followed, and opportunities for inclusion with children who are typically developing are offered. I confirmed this facility provides the following five family involvement activities: quarterly parent education sessions, parent/teacher conferences twice a year; daily notes of progress provided to parents; opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The first day of school was 8-26-2024. The classroom operates from 7:30-2:30. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that you use the Class DoJo app to communicate with parents. In addition, a daily report is sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The environment rating scale score received on February 2017 and the score was 5.45. Four violations were observed today and discussed with Mrs. Swearingen. Violation Number Comment Rule 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. Surfacing around the stationary piece and at the end of the slide and steps was not at least six inches of mulch. .0605(j) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The seat and wheel cover on a tricycle were torn and cracked. It was removed from the playground during the visit. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last recorded fire drill was December 19, 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last documented lockdown drill was September 10, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. Due to spring break next week, the facility has until May 1, 2025 to submit the compliance letter. On or before May 1, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Debbie Davis, Child Care Consultant, 300 Sunset Drive, Robbins, NC 27325. If you email the compliance letter to me at Deborah.w.davis@dhhs.nc.gov, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID# 12345678 Technical Assistance- The information below is regarding a previous conversation concerning class size. Previously the maximum class size was 15. 10A NCAC 09 .3009 STAFF-TO-CHILD RATIO AND CLASS SIZE The classroom shall not exceed a maximum staff-to-child ratio of one to nine with a maximum class size of 18 children, with at least one teacher and one teacher assistant per classroom. A classroom of nine children or less shall have at least one teacher. At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was printed, reviewed and a copy given to you. Contact me at (910) 709-4222 or by e mail if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .3009 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: DEBORAH DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/10/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/10/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in spaces # 1 and #2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. Your program currently operates with a five star license, issued October 5, 2023, earning 7 points in the education component, 7 points in the program standards component ,meeting enhanced ratios and space and 1 quality point for meeting the programmatic option. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four and five star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 23, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed March 28, 2025 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted May 1, 2024 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Each indoor and outdoor space was monitored. The children were observed completing a group activity, toileting, preparing for and eating lunch and playing outside. Lunch consisted of ravioli, pears, corn, bread and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, C. Swearingen, N. Lloyd and teachers, T. McLean, D. Archetti, L. McKeithan, S. Gilmore. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the DIAL-4 screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: October, February and May of the school year. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in spaces # 1 and 2 and 3 for auxiliary services and napping. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified incompliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over ten years experience. I confirmed oversight and supervision for caregivers assigned to serve children ages birth to three years is provided by B-K licensed teachers. The program operates 7 hours a day 10 months a year. Children’s individual plans for care and developmentally appropriate activity plans are followed, and opportunities for inclusion with children who are typically developing are offered. I confirmed this facility provides the following five family involvement activities: quarterly parent education sessions, parent/teacher conferences twice a year; daily notes of progress provided to parents; opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The first day of school was 8-26-2024. The classroom operates from 7:30-2:30. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that you use the Class DoJo app to communicate with parents. In addition, a daily report is sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The environment rating scale score received on February 2017 and the score was 5.45. Four violations were observed today and discussed with Mrs. Swearingen. Violation Number Comment Rule 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. Surfacing around the stationary piece and at the end of the slide and steps was not at least six inches of mulch. .0605(j) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The seat and wheel cover on a tricycle were torn and cracked. It was removed from the playground during the visit. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last recorded fire drill was December 19, 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last documented lockdown drill was September 10, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. Due to spring break next week, the facility has until May 1, 2025 to submit the compliance letter. On or before May 1, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Debbie Davis, Child Care Consultant, 300 Sunset Drive, Robbins, NC 27325. If you email the compliance letter to me at Deborah.w.davis@dhhs.nc.gov, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID# 12345678 Technical Assistance- The information below is regarding a previous conversation concerning class size. Previously the maximum class size was 15. 10A NCAC 09 .3009 STAFF-TO-CHILD RATIO AND CLASS SIZE The classroom shall not exceed a maximum staff-to-child ratio of one to nine with a maximum class size of 18 children, with at least one teacher and one teacher assistant per classroom. A classroom of nine children or less shall have at least one teacher. At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was printed, reviewed and a copy given to you. Contact me at (910) 709-4222 or by e mail if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: DEBORAH DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/10/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/10/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in spaces # 1 and #2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. Your program currently operates with a five star license, issued October 5, 2023, earning 7 points in the education component, 7 points in the program standards component ,meeting enhanced ratios and space and 1 quality point for meeting the programmatic option. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four and five star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 23, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed March 28, 2025 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted May 1, 2024 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Each indoor and outdoor space was monitored. The children were observed completing a group activity, toileting, preparing for and eating lunch and playing outside. Lunch consisted of ravioli, pears, corn, bread and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, C. Swearingen, N. Lloyd and teachers, T. McLean, D. Archetti, L. McKeithan, S. Gilmore. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the DIAL-4 screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: October, February and May of the school year. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in spaces # 1 and 2 and 3 for auxiliary services and napping. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified incompliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over ten years experience. I confirmed oversight and supervision for caregivers assigned to serve children ages birth to three years is provided by B-K licensed teachers. The program operates 7 hours a day 10 months a year. Children’s individual plans for care and developmentally appropriate activity plans are followed, and opportunities for inclusion with children who are typically developing are offered. I confirmed this facility provides the following five family involvement activities: quarterly parent education sessions, parent/teacher conferences twice a year; daily notes of progress provided to parents; opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The first day of school was 8-26-2024. The classroom operates from 7:30-2:30. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that you use the Class DoJo app to communicate with parents. In addition, a daily report is sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The environment rating scale score received on February 2017 and the score was 5.45. Four violations were observed today and discussed with Mrs. Swearingen. Violation Number Comment Rule 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. Surfacing around the stationary piece and at the end of the slide and steps was not at least six inches of mulch. .0605(j) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The seat and wheel cover on a tricycle were torn and cracked. It was removed from the playground during the visit. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last recorded fire drill was December 19, 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last documented lockdown drill was September 10, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. Due to spring break next week, the facility has until May 1, 2025 to submit the compliance letter. On or before May 1, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Debbie Davis, Child Care Consultant, 300 Sunset Drive, Robbins, NC 27325. If you email the compliance letter to me at Deborah.w.davis@dhhs.nc.gov, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID# 12345678 Technical Assistance- The information below is regarding a previous conversation concerning class size. Previously the maximum class size was 15. 10A NCAC 09 .3009 STAFF-TO-CHILD RATIO AND CLASS SIZE The classroom shall not exceed a maximum staff-to-child ratio of one to nine with a maximum class size of 18 children, with at least one teacher and one teacher assistant per classroom. A classroom of nine children or less shall have at least one teacher. At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was printed, reviewed and a copy given to you. Contact me at (910) 709-4222 or by e mail if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: DEBORAH DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/10/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/10/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in spaces # 1 and #2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. Your program currently operates with a five star license, issued October 5, 2023, earning 7 points in the education component, 7 points in the program standards component ,meeting enhanced ratios and space and 1 quality point for meeting the programmatic option. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four and five star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 23, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed March 28, 2025 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted May 1, 2024 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Each indoor and outdoor space was monitored. The children were observed completing a group activity, toileting, preparing for and eating lunch and playing outside. Lunch consisted of ravioli, pears, corn, bread and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, C. Swearingen, N. Lloyd and teachers, T. McLean, D. Archetti, L. McKeithan, S. Gilmore. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the DIAL-4 screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: October, February and May of the school year. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in spaces # 1 and 2 and 3 for auxiliary services and napping. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified incompliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over ten years experience. I confirmed oversight and supervision for caregivers assigned to serve children ages birth to three years is provided by B-K licensed teachers. The program operates 7 hours a day 10 months a year. Children’s individual plans for care and developmentally appropriate activity plans are followed, and opportunities for inclusion with children who are typically developing are offered. I confirmed this facility provides the following five family involvement activities: quarterly parent education sessions, parent/teacher conferences twice a year; daily notes of progress provided to parents; opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The first day of school was 8-26-2024. The classroom operates from 7:30-2:30. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that you use the Class DoJo app to communicate with parents. In addition, a daily report is sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The environment rating scale score received on February 2017 and the score was 5.45. Four violations were observed today and discussed with Mrs. Swearingen. Violation Number Comment Rule 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. Surfacing around the stationary piece and at the end of the slide and steps was not at least six inches of mulch. .0605(j) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The seat and wheel cover on a tricycle were torn and cracked. It was removed from the playground during the visit. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last recorded fire drill was December 19, 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last documented lockdown drill was September 10, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. Due to spring break next week, the facility has until May 1, 2025 to submit the compliance letter. On or before May 1, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Debbie Davis, Child Care Consultant, 300 Sunset Drive, Robbins, NC 27325. If you email the compliance letter to me at Deborah.w.davis@dhhs.nc.gov, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID# 12345678 Technical Assistance- The information below is regarding a previous conversation concerning class size. Previously the maximum class size was 15. 10A NCAC 09 .3009 STAFF-TO-CHILD RATIO AND CLASS SIZE The classroom shall not exceed a maximum staff-to-child ratio of one to nine with a maximum class size of 18 children, with at least one teacher and one teacher assistant per classroom. A classroom of nine children or less shall have at least one teacher. At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was printed, reviewed and a copy given to you. Contact me at (910) 709-4222 or by e mail if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: DEBORAH DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/22/2024 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 10/22/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 65 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Ms. Lloyd and Ms. Swearingen, Lead Teachers, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a five star license issued September 27, 2023. Restrictions are first shift, ages three to five years of age, meets enhanced space and enhanced ratios minus one, certified developmental day, capacity of 36. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety one percent as of October 22, 2024. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. Supervision and staff interaction were appropriate for the children in care. Children were observed eating lunch, toileting, having group time and playing outside. Lunch consisted of beef bites or chicken fried rice, broccoli or carrots, mixed fruit, biscuit, milk. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. There was one violation documented today. It was corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A bottle of Windex and a bottle of Clorox spray were sitting in an unlocked closet in classroom #2. The closet was locked during the visit making the products inaccessible to children. .2820(b) Technical Assistance- Staff had questions concerning what forms were missing from the online site that MCS now stores this information on. They are having parents complete the actual form and are keeping the information on site for monitoring. These items are- Hospital preference Discipline policy Summary of the NC Child Care Law Smoking and Tobacco Attestation Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Dr. Shipman is working with MCS IT team to have documentation of receipt of these items included on the online site. Reminders- The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended and star rated license assessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ Contact me at (910) 709-4222 or by e mail at Deborah.w.davis@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .1106 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: DEBORAH DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2024 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 4/23/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in spaces # 1 and #2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. Your program currently operates with a five star license, issued September 22, 2023 earning 7 points in the education component, 7 points in the program standards component ,meeting enhanced ratios and space and 1 quality point for meeting the programmatic option. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four and five star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 27, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed February 12, 2024 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted January 10, 2024 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Each indoor and outdoor space was monitored. The children were observed having free play in centers, toileting and preparing for lunch and playing outside. Lunch consisted of pizza or chicken fajita, green beans, peaches and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, C. Swearingen, N. LLoyd, teachers L. McKeithan, D. Archetti, T. McLean. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the DIAL-4 screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: October, February and May of the school year. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in spaces # 1 and 2. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified incompliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and administrator have a Level III NCECAC with over ten years experience. I confirmed oversight and supervision for caregivers assigned to serve children ages birth to three years is provided by B-K licensed teachers. The program operates 7 hours a day 10 months a year. Children’s individual plans for care and developmentally appropriate activity plans are followed, and opportunities for inclusion with children who are typically developing are offered. I confirmed this facility provides the following five family involvement activities: quarterly parent education sessions, parent/teacher conferences twice a year; daily notes of progress provided to parents; opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The first day of school was 8-28-2023. The classroom operates from 7:30-2:30. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that you use the Class DoJo app to communicate with parents. In addition, a daily report is sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The environment rating scale score received on March 2019 and the score was 5.95. Nine violations were observed today. Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last recorded fire drill occurred on February 29, 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. No staff had documentation of current First Aid on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. No staff had documentation of current CPR on file. .1102(d) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current . No staff had on going training documentation on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Four staff did not have the qualification letters on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. No drills had been documented for the school year. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. New staff did not have a signed statement on file. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. New staff did not have documentation of completion of this training on file. .1102(g) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One staff person had not completed the training within five years of the original training. .1103(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 7, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Debbie Davis, 300 Sunset Drive, Robbins, NC 27325 or by e mail to Deborah.w.davis@dhhs.ncgov. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. Technical Assistance- We discussed the upcoming rated license renewal process. I suggested they contact Moore County Partners for Children and Families for a mock assessment. Your facility is due for a rated license renewal and is in Cohort 2. This means you have from July 1, 2024 until June 30, 2025 to prepare. This means submitting official transcripts, if not already verified, and having mock ECERS-R assessments completed. For mock assessments, you can contact the Moore County Partners for Children and Families at (910) 949-4045. The actual assessment year will be July 1, 2025 until June 30, 2026. This timeframe will be when the actual ECERS-R assessments are completed and all education is completed and verified. However, if you feel your facility is ready BEFORE the assessment year, we can proceed to renew the rated license. We also discussed the water lead testing. I reminded Ms. Swearingen and Ms. Lloyd testing must be completed every three years. 1. Sign Up – Pre-enrollment webinars are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina to see available dates and times for the next month. Choose only one webinar and plan to attend from your computer or phone using the Zoom app. The webinar will cover: a) lead and asbestos background, b) Program overview, c) Participation, d) Preparing for enrollment, d) The PIN to enroll, and f) A live questions or comments session. 2. Enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina using the PIN and complete the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. 3. Evaluate Hazards – The program will ship your facility a water sample kit and may coordinate an on-site visit by a professional to assess for lead-based paint and asbestos hazards, if needed. 4. Receive Results – Receive your results, recommendations, and water mitigation support, if needed. 5. Request Reimbursement – If you choose to conduct lead-based paint or asbestos mitigation, you can request reimbursement from NC DHHS. 6. Communicate – Throughout the process, you can use our communication toolkit to communicate to your center’s community about the program. At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was printed, reviewed and a copy given to you. Contact me at (910) 709-4222 or by e mail if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .2902 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: DEBORAH DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2024 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 4/23/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in spaces # 1 and #2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. Your program currently operates with a five star license, issued September 22, 2023 earning 7 points in the education component, 7 points in the program standards component ,meeting enhanced ratios and space and 1 quality point for meeting the programmatic option. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four and five star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 27, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed February 12, 2024 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted January 10, 2024 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Each indoor and outdoor space was monitored. The children were observed having free play in centers, toileting and preparing for lunch and playing outside. Lunch consisted of pizza or chicken fajita, green beans, peaches and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, C. Swearingen, N. LLoyd, teachers L. McKeithan, D. Archetti, T. McLean. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the DIAL-4 screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: October, February and May of the school year. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in spaces # 1 and 2. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified incompliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and administrator have a Level III NCECAC with over ten years experience. I confirmed oversight and supervision for caregivers assigned to serve children ages birth to three years is provided by B-K licensed teachers. The program operates 7 hours a day 10 months a year. Children’s individual plans for care and developmentally appropriate activity plans are followed, and opportunities for inclusion with children who are typically developing are offered. I confirmed this facility provides the following five family involvement activities: quarterly parent education sessions, parent/teacher conferences twice a year; daily notes of progress provided to parents; opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The first day of school was 8-28-2023. The classroom operates from 7:30-2:30. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that you use the Class DoJo app to communicate with parents. In addition, a daily report is sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The environment rating scale score received on March 2019 and the score was 5.95. Nine violations were observed today. Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last recorded fire drill occurred on February 29, 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. No staff had documentation of current First Aid on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. No staff had documentation of current CPR on file. .1102(d) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current . No staff had on going training documentation on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Four staff did not have the qualification letters on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. No drills had been documented for the school year. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. New staff did not have a signed statement on file. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. New staff did not have documentation of completion of this training on file. .1102(g) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One staff person had not completed the training within five years of the original training. .1103(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 7, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Debbie Davis, 300 Sunset Drive, Robbins, NC 27325 or by e mail to Deborah.w.davis@dhhs.ncgov. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. Technical Assistance- We discussed the upcoming rated license renewal process. I suggested they contact Moore County Partners for Children and Families for a mock assessment. Your facility is due for a rated license renewal and is in Cohort 2. This means you have from July 1, 2024 until June 30, 2025 to prepare. This means submitting official transcripts, if not already verified, and having mock ECERS-R assessments completed. For mock assessments, you can contact the Moore County Partners for Children and Families at (910) 949-4045. The actual assessment year will be July 1, 2025 until June 30, 2026. This timeframe will be when the actual ECERS-R assessments are completed and all education is completed and verified. However, if you feel your facility is ready BEFORE the assessment year, we can proceed to renew the rated license. We also discussed the water lead testing. I reminded Ms. Swearingen and Ms. Lloyd testing must be completed every three years. 1. Sign Up – Pre-enrollment webinars are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina to see available dates and times for the next month. Choose only one webinar and plan to attend from your computer or phone using the Zoom app. The webinar will cover: a) lead and asbestos background, b) Program overview, c) Participation, d) Preparing for enrollment, d) The PIN to enroll, and f) A live questions or comments session. 2. Enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina using the PIN and complete the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. 3. Evaluate Hazards – The program will ship your facility a water sample kit and may coordinate an on-site visit by a professional to assess for lead-based paint and asbestos hazards, if needed. 4. Receive Results – Receive your results, recommendations, and water mitigation support, if needed. 5. Request Reimbursement – If you choose to conduct lead-based paint or asbestos mitigation, you can request reimbursement from NC DHHS. 6. Communicate – Throughout the process, you can use our communication toolkit to communicate to your center’s community about the program. At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was printed, reviewed and a copy given to you. Contact me at (910) 709-4222 or by e mail if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .3009 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: DEBORAH DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2024 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 4/23/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in spaces # 1 and #2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. Your program currently operates with a five star license, issued September 22, 2023 earning 7 points in the education component, 7 points in the program standards component ,meeting enhanced ratios and space and 1 quality point for meeting the programmatic option. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four and five star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 27, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed February 12, 2024 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted January 10, 2024 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Each indoor and outdoor space was monitored. The children were observed having free play in centers, toileting and preparing for lunch and playing outside. Lunch consisted of pizza or chicken fajita, green beans, peaches and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, C. Swearingen, N. LLoyd, teachers L. McKeithan, D. Archetti, T. McLean. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the DIAL-4 screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: October, February and May of the school year. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in spaces # 1 and 2. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified incompliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and administrator have a Level III NCECAC with over ten years experience. I confirmed oversight and supervision for caregivers assigned to serve children ages birth to three years is provided by B-K licensed teachers. The program operates 7 hours a day 10 months a year. Children’s individual plans for care and developmentally appropriate activity plans are followed, and opportunities for inclusion with children who are typically developing are offered. I confirmed this facility provides the following five family involvement activities: quarterly parent education sessions, parent/teacher conferences twice a year; daily notes of progress provided to parents; opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The first day of school was 8-28-2023. The classroom operates from 7:30-2:30. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that you use the Class DoJo app to communicate with parents. In addition, a daily report is sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The environment rating scale score received on March 2019 and the score was 5.95. Nine violations were observed today. Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last recorded fire drill occurred on February 29, 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. No staff had documentation of current First Aid on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. No staff had documentation of current CPR on file. .1102(d) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current . No staff had on going training documentation on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Four staff did not have the qualification letters on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. No drills had been documented for the school year. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. New staff did not have a signed statement on file. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. New staff did not have documentation of completion of this training on file. .1102(g) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One staff person had not completed the training within five years of the original training. .1103(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 7, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Debbie Davis, 300 Sunset Drive, Robbins, NC 27325 or by e mail to Deborah.w.davis@dhhs.ncgov. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. Technical Assistance- We discussed the upcoming rated license renewal process. I suggested they contact Moore County Partners for Children and Families for a mock assessment. Your facility is due for a rated license renewal and is in Cohort 2. This means you have from July 1, 2024 until June 30, 2025 to prepare. This means submitting official transcripts, if not already verified, and having mock ECERS-R assessments completed. For mock assessments, you can contact the Moore County Partners for Children and Families at (910) 949-4045. The actual assessment year will be July 1, 2025 until June 30, 2026. This timeframe will be when the actual ECERS-R assessments are completed and all education is completed and verified. However, if you feel your facility is ready BEFORE the assessment year, we can proceed to renew the rated license. We also discussed the water lead testing. I reminded Ms. Swearingen and Ms. Lloyd testing must be completed every three years. 1. Sign Up – Pre-enrollment webinars are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina to see available dates and times for the next month. Choose only one webinar and plan to attend from your computer or phone using the Zoom app. The webinar will cover: a) lead and asbestos background, b) Program overview, c) Participation, d) Preparing for enrollment, d) The PIN to enroll, and f) A live questions or comments session. 2. Enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina using the PIN and complete the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. 3. Evaluate Hazards – The program will ship your facility a water sample kit and may coordinate an on-site visit by a professional to assess for lead-based paint and asbestos hazards, if needed. 4. Receive Results – Receive your results, recommendations, and water mitigation support, if needed. 5. Request Reimbursement – If you choose to conduct lead-based paint or asbestos mitigation, you can request reimbursement from NC DHHS. 6. Communicate – Throughout the process, you can use our communication toolkit to communicate to your center’s community about the program. At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was printed, reviewed and a copy given to you. Contact me at (910) 709-4222 or by e mail if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: DEBORAH DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2024 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 4/23/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in spaces # 1 and #2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. Your program currently operates with a five star license, issued September 22, 2023 earning 7 points in the education component, 7 points in the program standards component ,meeting enhanced ratios and space and 1 quality point for meeting the programmatic option. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four and five star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 27, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed February 12, 2024 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted January 10, 2024 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Each indoor and outdoor space was monitored. The children were observed having free play in centers, toileting and preparing for lunch and playing outside. Lunch consisted of pizza or chicken fajita, green beans, peaches and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, C. Swearingen, N. LLoyd, teachers L. McKeithan, D. Archetti, T. McLean. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the DIAL-4 screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: October, February and May of the school year. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in spaces # 1 and 2. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified incompliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and administrator have a Level III NCECAC with over ten years experience. I confirmed oversight and supervision for caregivers assigned to serve children ages birth to three years is provided by B-K licensed teachers. The program operates 7 hours a day 10 months a year. Children’s individual plans for care and developmentally appropriate activity plans are followed, and opportunities for inclusion with children who are typically developing are offered. I confirmed this facility provides the following five family involvement activities: quarterly parent education sessions, parent/teacher conferences twice a year; daily notes of progress provided to parents; opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The first day of school was 8-28-2023. The classroom operates from 7:30-2:30. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that you use the Class DoJo app to communicate with parents. In addition, a daily report is sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The environment rating scale score received on March 2019 and the score was 5.95. Nine violations were observed today. Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last recorded fire drill occurred on February 29, 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. No staff had documentation of current First Aid on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. No staff had documentation of current CPR on file. .1102(d) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current . No staff had on going training documentation on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Four staff did not have the qualification letters on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. No drills had been documented for the school year. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. New staff did not have a signed statement on file. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. New staff did not have documentation of completion of this training on file. .1102(g) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One staff person had not completed the training within five years of the original training. .1103(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 7, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Debbie Davis, 300 Sunset Drive, Robbins, NC 27325 or by e mail to Deborah.w.davis@dhhs.ncgov. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. Technical Assistance- We discussed the upcoming rated license renewal process. I suggested they contact Moore County Partners for Children and Families for a mock assessment. Your facility is due for a rated license renewal and is in Cohort 2. This means you have from July 1, 2024 until June 30, 2025 to prepare. This means submitting official transcripts, if not already verified, and having mock ECERS-R assessments completed. For mock assessments, you can contact the Moore County Partners for Children and Families at (910) 949-4045. The actual assessment year will be July 1, 2025 until June 30, 2026. This timeframe will be when the actual ECERS-R assessments are completed and all education is completed and verified. However, if you feel your facility is ready BEFORE the assessment year, we can proceed to renew the rated license. We also discussed the water lead testing. I reminded Ms. Swearingen and Ms. Lloyd testing must be completed every three years. 1. Sign Up – Pre-enrollment webinars are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina to see available dates and times for the next month. Choose only one webinar and plan to attend from your computer or phone using the Zoom app. The webinar will cover: a) lead and asbestos background, b) Program overview, c) Participation, d) Preparing for enrollment, d) The PIN to enroll, and f) A live questions or comments session. 2. Enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina using the PIN and complete the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. 3. Evaluate Hazards – The program will ship your facility a water sample kit and may coordinate an on-site visit by a professional to assess for lead-based paint and asbestos hazards, if needed. 4. Receive Results – Receive your results, recommendations, and water mitigation support, if needed. 5. Request Reimbursement – If you choose to conduct lead-based paint or asbestos mitigation, you can request reimbursement from NC DHHS. 6. Communicate – Throughout the process, you can use our communication toolkit to communicate to your center’s community about the program. At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was printed, reviewed and a copy given to you. Contact me at (910) 709-4222 or by e mail if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: DEBORAH DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2024 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 4/23/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in spaces # 1 and #2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. Your program currently operates with a five star license, issued September 22, 2023 earning 7 points in the education component, 7 points in the program standards component ,meeting enhanced ratios and space and 1 quality point for meeting the programmatic option. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four and five star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 27, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed February 12, 2024 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted January 10, 2024 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Each indoor and outdoor space was monitored. The children were observed having free play in centers, toileting and preparing for lunch and playing outside. Lunch consisted of pizza or chicken fajita, green beans, peaches and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, C. Swearingen, N. LLoyd, teachers L. McKeithan, D. Archetti, T. McLean. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the DIAL-4 screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: October, February and May of the school year. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in spaces # 1 and 2. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified incompliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and administrator have a Level III NCECAC with over ten years experience. I confirmed oversight and supervision for caregivers assigned to serve children ages birth to three years is provided by B-K licensed teachers. The program operates 7 hours a day 10 months a year. Children’s individual plans for care and developmentally appropriate activity plans are followed, and opportunities for inclusion with children who are typically developing are offered. I confirmed this facility provides the following five family involvement activities: quarterly parent education sessions, parent/teacher conferences twice a year; daily notes of progress provided to parents; opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The first day of school was 8-28-2023. The classroom operates from 7:30-2:30. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that you use the Class DoJo app to communicate with parents. In addition, a daily report is sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The environment rating scale score received on March 2019 and the score was 5.95. Nine violations were observed today. Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last recorded fire drill occurred on February 29, 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. No staff had documentation of current First Aid on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. No staff had documentation of current CPR on file. .1102(d) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current . No staff had on going training documentation on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Four staff did not have the qualification letters on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. No drills had been documented for the school year. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. New staff did not have a signed statement on file. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. New staff did not have documentation of completion of this training on file. .1102(g) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One staff person had not completed the training within five years of the original training. .1103(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 7, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Debbie Davis, 300 Sunset Drive, Robbins, NC 27325 or by e mail to Deborah.w.davis@dhhs.ncgov. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. Technical Assistance- We discussed the upcoming rated license renewal process. I suggested they contact Moore County Partners for Children and Families for a mock assessment. Your facility is due for a rated license renewal and is in Cohort 2. This means you have from July 1, 2024 until June 30, 2025 to prepare. This means submitting official transcripts, if not already verified, and having mock ECERS-R assessments completed. For mock assessments, you can contact the Moore County Partners for Children and Families at (910) 949-4045. The actual assessment year will be July 1, 2025 until June 30, 2026. This timeframe will be when the actual ECERS-R assessments are completed and all education is completed and verified. However, if you feel your facility is ready BEFORE the assessment year, we can proceed to renew the rated license. We also discussed the water lead testing. I reminded Ms. Swearingen and Ms. Lloyd testing must be completed every three years. 1. Sign Up – Pre-enrollment webinars are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina to see available dates and times for the next month. Choose only one webinar and plan to attend from your computer or phone using the Zoom app. The webinar will cover: a) lead and asbestos background, b) Program overview, c) Participation, d) Preparing for enrollment, d) The PIN to enroll, and f) A live questions or comments session. 2. Enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina using the PIN and complete the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. 3. Evaluate Hazards – The program will ship your facility a water sample kit and may coordinate an on-site visit by a professional to assess for lead-based paint and asbestos hazards, if needed. 4. Receive Results – Receive your results, recommendations, and water mitigation support, if needed. 5. Request Reimbursement – If you choose to conduct lead-based paint or asbestos mitigation, you can request reimbursement from NC DHHS. 6. Communicate – Throughout the process, you can use our communication toolkit to communicate to your center’s community about the program. At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was printed, reviewed and a copy given to you. Contact me at (910) 709-4222 or by e mail if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: DEBORAH DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/30/2023 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 11/30/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 60 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Your program currently operates with a five star license, effective date August 22, 2023 due to capacity change. Restrictions are capacity of 36 children, ages 3 to 5, daytime care only, meets enhanced ratios minus one and space, certified developmental day. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety eight percent as of November 29, 2023. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. The children were observed toileting, preparing for and eating lunch and having story time. Lunch consisted of vegetable soup, toasted cheese sandwiches, bananas and milk. Supervision and staff interaction were adequate. There was one violation today and it was corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Several red and yellow cardboard blocks had holes and tears. These items were removed from the classroom during the visit. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. The violation documented today was corrected during the visit. No compliance letter is required. Technical Assistance- We discussed the rated license process today. I explained the facility is in Cohort 2. The preparation year is July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. The assessment year is July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. During the prep year staff can submit official transcripts as needed for verification. The facility can also have a mock assessment completed either through NCRLAP or Moore County Partners for Children and Families. However, the facility can go ahead and renew the rated license any time they are ready until June 30, 2025. Due to internet issues, a computer generated visit summary was completed. Contact me at Deborah.w.davis@dhhs.nc.gov or (910) 709-4222 for assistance. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 63000519 Consultant: DEBORAH DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/30/2023 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 11/30/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 60 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Your program currently operates with a five star license, effective date August 22, 2023 due to capacity change. Restrictions are capacity of 36 children, ages 3 to 5, daytime care only, meets enhanced ratios minus one and space, certified developmental day. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety eight percent as of November 29, 2023. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. The children were observed toileting, preparing for and eating lunch and having story time. Lunch consisted of vegetable soup, toasted cheese sandwiches, bananas and milk. Supervision and staff interaction were adequate. There was one violation today and it was corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Several red and yellow cardboard blocks had holes and tears. These items were removed from the classroom during the visit. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. The violation documented today was corrected during the visit. No compliance letter is required. Technical Assistance- We discussed the rated license process today. I explained the facility is in Cohort 2. The preparation year is July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. The assessment year is July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. During the prep year staff can submit official transcripts as needed for verification. The facility can also have a mock assessment completed either through NCRLAP or Moore County Partners for Children and Families. However, the facility can go ahead and renew the rated license any time they are ready until June 30, 2025. Due to internet issues, a computer generated visit summary was completed. Contact me at Deborah.w.davis@dhhs.nc.gov or (910) 709-4222 for assistance. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times