Precious Memories Preschool

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: LORI RIERSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/12/2026 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 1/12/2026 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Today an unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted. A checklist was used to note the childcare requirements monitored today, and a copy was left with you. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 1/30/25. Currently this program operates with a five (5) Star License, issued 6/3/19. The facility earned five (5) points in staff education, seven (7) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point for programmatic options met. The center director, Dawn Greene, arrived during the visit and assisted me today. I conducted an unassisted walk-through of the center. The last sanitation inspection was completed 10/22/25 with a ‘Superior’ classification and 14 demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/31/25. A re-inspection was completed 2/25/25. Children were observed playing in activity areas, playing outside, eating lunch, resting, and routine care activities. The center uses two large passenger vans (Ford CAM 5089 and Chevy KEC 9514) to transport children. Both were on site and monitored today. A full assessment of applicable childcare rules was conducted today. The following violation(s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection was completed 1/31/25. The previous inspection was completed 12/6/23. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Staff member M. Cruz was short ten hours and K. Daniel was short three hours. Copies of the training certificates must accompany the corrective action letter. .1103(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. The photographs of three children transported were not included with the emergency information. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. The file for one child did not contain immunization records. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. The trainings for A. Vargas were due by 9/3/25 and completed 10/7/25. .1102(a) You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Each violation cited was discussed with Ms. Greene. The violation(s) documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received on or before 1/26/26. The letter must include the following: *Facility Name and ID number *List of each violation number *How each violation was corrected All items must be included, or the corrective action letter will be returned for corrections. CONSULTATION Today we discussed the Pathways to Stars and completed the pathway decision form. You indicted you are leaning towards Pathway 2. A staff meeting is planned for 1/22/26 to discuss with staff and to make a decision. The NCRLAP website, https://ncrlap.org, has trainings geared towards the new ECERS3 assessment scale. These will introduce you to the updated assessment scale and provide tips for completing the new scale. You may reach out to NCRLAP to conduct a practice assessment. There may be a period of time you must wait to complete the actual assessment. You will need to inquire about this. We discussed the annual review of the center’s Emergency Preparedness Plan. The website is https://rmp.nc.gov. You may contact Amia Eaton at 919-814-6365 if you have difficulties accessing your plan. After you make any updates, save and republish the plan. Print page one for your records. We discussed the requirements for screen time today. Children may watch TV when planned for a developmental goal. The time allowed is 30 minutes per day maximum and each child’s daily time must be recorded on a screen time log. A fire inspection must be completed within 364 days of the previous inspection. It is best practice to contact your fire inspector at least thirty days prior to the expiration date to ensure you are scheduled. An inspection is scheduled for 1/20/26. A copy must be emailed to me within seven days. All medications listed on a medical action plan must be located in the child’s classroom. Over-the-counter medications must be stored in a locked box and stored with the emergency medication which is unlocked. The over-the-counter medication can be unlocked when accompanied by a letter from the doctor stating the medication if for emergency purposes. The location of the medication must be clearly labeled in the classroom. Each medication must have a separate medication administration log and permission form. A copy of the action plan and a medication administration permission form for each medication must accompany the medication. It is best practice to attach a photo of the child to the action plan. Copies of the action plan must also be included in the transportation notebook. Action plans signed by a parent are valid or six months and valid for twelve months when signed by a doctor. We discussed the use of tires on the playground. Holes must be drilled in the sides of the tires to allow rainwater to drain. Staff must be sure to check the inside of the tires daily for spiders, snakes, and wasps. Ms. Greene and I completed a walk-through of the outdoor environment. We discussed supervising children on the lower playground. Ms. Greene stated children only play in the wooded area when two teachers are present to provide supervision in that area. We discussed monitoring daily for debris and snakes or other vermin. There are rubber mats under the swings and in the fall zone area. I will inquire if these are allowed for use the fall zone area and will provide follow-up. The Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training for H. Thompson is due by 2/17/26. Due to connectivity issues, I could not view a copy of the childcare rules pertaining to immunizations for school-age children. I will follow-up and let you know if they are required. An additional violation may be added if they are required in the child's file. Documents and forms for DCDEE licensure can be found at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms. AGENCY NEWS AND UPDATES: Please refer to the Division of Child Development and Early Education website, http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov for additional information regarding: *’What’s New’ tab * QRIS Updates If you have and questions or concerns, please call me at 336-816-4826, or email lori.rierson@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 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: LORI RIERSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/12/2026 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 1/12/2026 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Today an unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted. A checklist was used to note the childcare requirements monitored today, and a copy was left with you. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 1/30/25. Currently this program operates with a five (5) Star License, issued 6/3/19. The facility earned five (5) points in staff education, seven (7) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point for programmatic options met. The center director, Dawn Greene, arrived during the visit and assisted me today. I conducted an unassisted walk-through of the center. The last sanitation inspection was completed 10/22/25 with a ‘Superior’ classification and 14 demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/31/25. A re-inspection was completed 2/25/25. Children were observed playing in activity areas, playing outside, eating lunch, resting, and routine care activities. The center uses two large passenger vans (Ford CAM 5089 and Chevy KEC 9514) to transport children. Both were on site and monitored today. A full assessment of applicable childcare rules was conducted today. The following violation(s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection was completed 1/31/25. The previous inspection was completed 12/6/23. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Staff member M. Cruz was short ten hours and K. Daniel was short three hours. Copies of the training certificates must accompany the corrective action letter. .1103(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. The photographs of three children transported were not included with the emergency information. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. The file for one child did not contain immunization records. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. The trainings for A. Vargas were due by 9/3/25 and completed 10/7/25. .1102(a) You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Each violation cited was discussed with Ms. Greene. The violation(s) documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received on or before 1/26/26. The letter must include the following: *Facility Name and ID number *List of each violation number *How each violation was corrected All items must be included, or the corrective action letter will be returned for corrections. CONSULTATION Today we discussed the Pathways to Stars and completed the pathway decision form. You indicted you are leaning towards Pathway 2. A staff meeting is planned for 1/22/26 to discuss with staff and to make a decision. The NCRLAP website, https://ncrlap.org, has trainings geared towards the new ECERS3 assessment scale. These will introduce you to the updated assessment scale and provide tips for completing the new scale. You may reach out to NCRLAP to conduct a practice assessment. There may be a period of time you must wait to complete the actual assessment. You will need to inquire about this. We discussed the annual review of the center’s Emergency Preparedness Plan. The website is https://rmp.nc.gov. You may contact Amia Eaton at 919-814-6365 if you have difficulties accessing your plan. After you make any updates, save and republish the plan. Print page one for your records. We discussed the requirements for screen time today. Children may watch TV when planned for a developmental goal. The time allowed is 30 minutes per day maximum and each child’s daily time must be recorded on a screen time log. A fire inspection must be completed within 364 days of the previous inspection. It is best practice to contact your fire inspector at least thirty days prior to the expiration date to ensure you are scheduled. An inspection is scheduled for 1/20/26. A copy must be emailed to me within seven days. All medications listed on a medical action plan must be located in the child’s classroom. Over-the-counter medications must be stored in a locked box and stored with the emergency medication which is unlocked. The over-the-counter medication can be unlocked when accompanied by a letter from the doctor stating the medication if for emergency purposes. The location of the medication must be clearly labeled in the classroom. Each medication must have a separate medication administration log and permission form. A copy of the action plan and a medication administration permission form for each medication must accompany the medication. It is best practice to attach a photo of the child to the action plan. Copies of the action plan must also be included in the transportation notebook. Action plans signed by a parent are valid or six months and valid for twelve months when signed by a doctor. We discussed the use of tires on the playground. Holes must be drilled in the sides of the tires to allow rainwater to drain. Staff must be sure to check the inside of the tires daily for spiders, snakes, and wasps. Ms. Greene and I completed a walk-through of the outdoor environment. We discussed supervising children on the lower playground. Ms. Greene stated children only play in the wooded area when two teachers are present to provide supervision in that area. We discussed monitoring daily for debris and snakes or other vermin. There are rubber mats under the swings and in the fall zone area. I will inquire if these are allowed for use the fall zone area and will provide follow-up. The Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training for H. Thompson is due by 2/17/26. Due to connectivity issues, I could not view a copy of the childcare rules pertaining to immunizations for school-age children. I will follow-up and let you know if they are required. An additional violation may be added if they are required in the child's file. Documents and forms for DCDEE licensure can be found at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms. AGENCY NEWS AND UPDATES: Please refer to the Division of Child Development and Early Education website, http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov for additional information regarding: *’What’s New’ tab * QRIS Updates If you have and questions or concerns, please call me at 336-816-4826, or email lori.rierson@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 .1003 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: LORI RIERSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/12/2026 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 1/12/2026 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Today an unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted. A checklist was used to note the childcare requirements monitored today, and a copy was left with you. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 1/30/25. Currently this program operates with a five (5) Star License, issued 6/3/19. The facility earned five (5) points in staff education, seven (7) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point for programmatic options met. The center director, Dawn Greene, arrived during the visit and assisted me today. I conducted an unassisted walk-through of the center. The last sanitation inspection was completed 10/22/25 with a ‘Superior’ classification and 14 demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/31/25. A re-inspection was completed 2/25/25. Children were observed playing in activity areas, playing outside, eating lunch, resting, and routine care activities. The center uses two large passenger vans (Ford CAM 5089 and Chevy KEC 9514) to transport children. Both were on site and monitored today. A full assessment of applicable childcare rules was conducted today. The following violation(s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection was completed 1/31/25. The previous inspection was completed 12/6/23. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Staff member M. Cruz was short ten hours and K. Daniel was short three hours. Copies of the training certificates must accompany the corrective action letter. .1103(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. The photographs of three children transported were not included with the emergency information. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. The file for one child did not contain immunization records. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. The trainings for A. Vargas were due by 9/3/25 and completed 10/7/25. .1102(a) You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Each violation cited was discussed with Ms. Greene. The violation(s) documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received on or before 1/26/26. The letter must include the following: *Facility Name and ID number *List of each violation number *How each violation was corrected All items must be included, or the corrective action letter will be returned for corrections. CONSULTATION Today we discussed the Pathways to Stars and completed the pathway decision form. You indicted you are leaning towards Pathway 2. A staff meeting is planned for 1/22/26 to discuss with staff and to make a decision. The NCRLAP website, https://ncrlap.org, has trainings geared towards the new ECERS3 assessment scale. These will introduce you to the updated assessment scale and provide tips for completing the new scale. You may reach out to NCRLAP to conduct a practice assessment. There may be a period of time you must wait to complete the actual assessment. You will need to inquire about this. We discussed the annual review of the center’s Emergency Preparedness Plan. The website is https://rmp.nc.gov. You may contact Amia Eaton at 919-814-6365 if you have difficulties accessing your plan. After you make any updates, save and republish the plan. Print page one for your records. We discussed the requirements for screen time today. Children may watch TV when planned for a developmental goal. The time allowed is 30 minutes per day maximum and each child’s daily time must be recorded on a screen time log. A fire inspection must be completed within 364 days of the previous inspection. It is best practice to contact your fire inspector at least thirty days prior to the expiration date to ensure you are scheduled. An inspection is scheduled for 1/20/26. A copy must be emailed to me within seven days. All medications listed on a medical action plan must be located in the child’s classroom. Over-the-counter medications must be stored in a locked box and stored with the emergency medication which is unlocked. The over-the-counter medication can be unlocked when accompanied by a letter from the doctor stating the medication if for emergency purposes. The location of the medication must be clearly labeled in the classroom. Each medication must have a separate medication administration log and permission form. A copy of the action plan and a medication administration permission form for each medication must accompany the medication. It is best practice to attach a photo of the child to the action plan. Copies of the action plan must also be included in the transportation notebook. Action plans signed by a parent are valid or six months and valid for twelve months when signed by a doctor. We discussed the use of tires on the playground. Holes must be drilled in the sides of the tires to allow rainwater to drain. Staff must be sure to check the inside of the tires daily for spiders, snakes, and wasps. Ms. Greene and I completed a walk-through of the outdoor environment. We discussed supervising children on the lower playground. Ms. Greene stated children only play in the wooded area when two teachers are present to provide supervision in that area. We discussed monitoring daily for debris and snakes or other vermin. There are rubber mats under the swings and in the fall zone area. I will inquire if these are allowed for use the fall zone area and will provide follow-up. The Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training for H. Thompson is due by 2/17/26. Due to connectivity issues, I could not view a copy of the childcare rules pertaining to immunizations for school-age children. I will follow-up and let you know if they are required. An additional violation may be added if they are required in the child's file. Documents and forms for DCDEE licensure can be found at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms. AGENCY NEWS AND UPDATES: Please refer to the Division of Child Development and Early Education website, http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov for additional information regarding: *’What’s New’ tab * QRIS Updates If you have and questions or concerns, please call me at 336-816-4826, or email lori.rierson@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 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/30/2025 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 1/30/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 80 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:50 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 for child care requirements applicable to a child care center during an unannounced annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the Administrator, Dawn Greene, she assisted me during today’s visit. I completed a walk-through of the classroom spaces, enrollment was documented, and observations were made. The children were observed participating in free play outside and eating lunch. Lunch which consisted of grilled cheese, lima beans, peaches, chicken noodle soup and milk. The last annual compliance visit was conducted February 13, 2024. The center is operating five star license that was issued June 3, 2019. The license was earned with 7 points in program standards, 5 points in education and 1 quality point. Permit restrictions were in compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted November 25, 2024 the center received a Approved rating. Fire drills and playground inspections were monitored. The last fire inspection was conducted December 6, 2023. One new staff file and five children’s files were monitored. Transportation was monitored during today’s visit. Your compliance history is 83%, this may change following today’s visit. During today’s visit, a full assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was documented December 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Staff and the Director did not have current health questionnaires on file. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Staff and the Director did not have current emergency information on file. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One new teacher did not have a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) The above violations must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than February 14, 2025 stating how each item was corrected and a plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation and your plan to keep each item in compliance. My email address is mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov. If I do not receive your letter by February 14, 2025 and/or if you do not address all violations, a return visit to your program will be made to monitor for compliance of violations and to obtain your compliance letter. Additional violations may be documented if the violations have not been corrected or addressed. You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. Technical Assistance A. Vargas does not have a criminal record background check, she cannot work until she has received a qualification letter. Staff did not have updated emergency information or health questionnaires, it may be a good practice to put a day during the year and have all staff update this items every year on the same day. Your last fire inspection was December 2023, during today’s visit you called to request an inspection, in the future, calling to request an inspection at least 60 days before it expires may help. Making a note on an electric calendar may help as well. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 336-580-5417. You can also reach my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or 336-580-2527 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: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/30/2025 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 1/30/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 80 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:50 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 for child care requirements applicable to a child care center during an unannounced annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the Administrator, Dawn Greene, she assisted me during today’s visit. I completed a walk-through of the classroom spaces, enrollment was documented, and observations were made. The children were observed participating in free play outside and eating lunch. Lunch which consisted of grilled cheese, lima beans, peaches, chicken noodle soup and milk. The last annual compliance visit was conducted February 13, 2024. The center is operating five star license that was issued June 3, 2019. The license was earned with 7 points in program standards, 5 points in education and 1 quality point. Permit restrictions were in compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted November 25, 2024 the center received a Approved rating. Fire drills and playground inspections were monitored. The last fire inspection was conducted December 6, 2023. One new staff file and five children’s files were monitored. Transportation was monitored during today’s visit. Your compliance history is 83%, this may change following today’s visit. During today’s visit, a full assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was documented December 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Staff and the Director did not have current health questionnaires on file. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Staff and the Director did not have current emergency information on file. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One new teacher did not have a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) The above violations must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than February 14, 2025 stating how each item was corrected and a plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation and your plan to keep each item in compliance. My email address is mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov. If I do not receive your letter by February 14, 2025 and/or if you do not address all violations, a return visit to your program will be made to monitor for compliance of violations and to obtain your compliance letter. Additional violations may be documented if the violations have not been corrected or addressed. You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. Technical Assistance A. Vargas does not have a criminal record background check, she cannot work until she has received a qualification letter. Staff did not have updated emergency information or health questionnaires, it may be a good practice to put a day during the year and have all staff update this items every year on the same day. Your last fire inspection was December 2023, during today’s visit you called to request an inspection, in the future, calling to request an inspection at least 60 days before it expires may help. Making a note on an electric calendar may help as well. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 336-580-5417. You can also reach my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or 336-580-2527 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 .0102 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/20/2024 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 9/20/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up Lic Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for applicable child care requirements during an Administrative Action Follow Up visit. The facility currently operates with a Five Star License that was issued on June 3, 2019 . The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 13, 2024. Marcia Humphrey, Lead Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The Director, Dawn Greene, was present and assisted us during the visit. Children were observed participating in free play outside on their designated playgrounds, the teachers were observed moving about the playground interacting and supervising the children. One group of children was observed participating in free play in their classroom, the teachers were observed interacting in a positive manner with the children. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 5, 2024 with a “Superior” classification. One new staff file was monitored. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable child care requirements was conducted, including supervision, child staff ration and permit re4strictions. I observed the following violations. Violation Number Comment Rule 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. There was asthma and seizure medications that had no prescription label. .0803(2)(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. There was asthma and seizure medications that had no parental authorizations on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last playground inspection was conducted in June 2024. .0605(q) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One new staff did not have emergency information on file. .0701(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One staff hired 9/3/2024, did not received the required orientation in the first two weeks. .1101(a)(b) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. No lock down drills were documented on the emergency drill log. .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. One new staff did not have acknowledgment of review of the shaken baby policy on file. .0608(d)(1-4) The violation(s) must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than October 10, 2024 stating how each item was corrected and how you plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. Please e-mail the letter to me at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. The center was issued a written warning August 29, 2024. The Director has scheduled the required supervision training for October 11, 2024. The Director has submitted policies as required by her corrective action plan, the Director will review the policies after completing the supervision training on October 11, 2024. Technical assistance The Director stated the wooden outdoor area will not be used until the area is cleaned up from the rainstorms recently had in the area. Lock down drills are required every three months. 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (u) A "shelter in place drill" or "lockdown drill" as defined in 10A NCAC 09 .0102 shall be conducted at least every three months and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(8). Have the parent of the school age child with medication complete a parental authorization forms and get medication prescription labels for the medications. The seizure medication expires at the end of September 2024. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . If you have questions or concerns, I can be reached at 336-580-5417 or at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You can also reach my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or 336-580-2527 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 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/20/2024 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 9/20/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up Lic Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for applicable child care requirements during an Administrative Action Follow Up visit. The facility currently operates with a Five Star License that was issued on June 3, 2019 . The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 13, 2024. Marcia Humphrey, Lead Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The Director, Dawn Greene, was present and assisted us during the visit. Children were observed participating in free play outside on their designated playgrounds, the teachers were observed moving about the playground interacting and supervising the children. One group of children was observed participating in free play in their classroom, the teachers were observed interacting in a positive manner with the children. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 5, 2024 with a “Superior” classification. One new staff file was monitored. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable child care requirements was conducted, including supervision, child staff ration and permit re4strictions. I observed the following violations. Violation Number Comment Rule 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. There was asthma and seizure medications that had no prescription label. .0803(2)(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. There was asthma and seizure medications that had no parental authorizations on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last playground inspection was conducted in June 2024. .0605(q) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One new staff did not have emergency information on file. .0701(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One staff hired 9/3/2024, did not received the required orientation in the first two weeks. .1101(a)(b) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. No lock down drills were documented on the emergency drill log. .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. One new staff did not have acknowledgment of review of the shaken baby policy on file. .0608(d)(1-4) The violation(s) must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than October 10, 2024 stating how each item was corrected and how you plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. Please e-mail the letter to me at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. The center was issued a written warning August 29, 2024. The Director has scheduled the required supervision training for October 11, 2024. The Director has submitted policies as required by her corrective action plan, the Director will review the policies after completing the supervision training on October 11, 2024. Technical assistance The Director stated the wooden outdoor area will not be used until the area is cleaned up from the rainstorms recently had in the area. Lock down drills are required every three months. 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (u) A "shelter in place drill" or "lockdown drill" as defined in 10A NCAC 09 .0102 shall be conducted at least every three months and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(8). Have the parent of the school age child with medication complete a parental authorization forms and get medication prescription labels for the medications. The seizure medication expires at the end of September 2024. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . If you have questions or concerns, I can be reached at 336-580-5417 or at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You can also reach my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or 336-580-2527 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 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/20/2024 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 9/20/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up Lic Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for applicable child care requirements during an Administrative Action Follow Up visit. The facility currently operates with a Five Star License that was issued on June 3, 2019 . The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 13, 2024. Marcia Humphrey, Lead Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The Director, Dawn Greene, was present and assisted us during the visit. Children were observed participating in free play outside on their designated playgrounds, the teachers were observed moving about the playground interacting and supervising the children. One group of children was observed participating in free play in their classroom, the teachers were observed interacting in a positive manner with the children. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 5, 2024 with a “Superior” classification. One new staff file was monitored. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable child care requirements was conducted, including supervision, child staff ration and permit re4strictions. I observed the following violations. Violation Number Comment Rule 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. There was asthma and seizure medications that had no prescription label. .0803(2)(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. There was asthma and seizure medications that had no parental authorizations on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last playground inspection was conducted in June 2024. .0605(q) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One new staff did not have emergency information on file. .0701(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One staff hired 9/3/2024, did not received the required orientation in the first two weeks. .1101(a)(b) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. No lock down drills were documented on the emergency drill log. .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. One new staff did not have acknowledgment of review of the shaken baby policy on file. .0608(d)(1-4) The violation(s) must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than October 10, 2024 stating how each item was corrected and how you plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. Please e-mail the letter to me at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. The center was issued a written warning August 29, 2024. The Director has scheduled the required supervision training for October 11, 2024. The Director has submitted policies as required by her corrective action plan, the Director will review the policies after completing the supervision training on October 11, 2024. Technical assistance The Director stated the wooden outdoor area will not be used until the area is cleaned up from the rainstorms recently had in the area. Lock down drills are required every three months. 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (u) A "shelter in place drill" or "lockdown drill" as defined in 10A NCAC 09 .0102 shall be conducted at least every three months and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(8). Have the parent of the school age child with medication complete a parental authorization forms and get medication prescription labels for the medications. The seizure medication expires at the end of September 2024. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . If you have questions or concerns, I can be reached at 336-580-5417 or at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You can also reach my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or 336-580-2527 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 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/20/2024 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 9/20/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up Lic Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for applicable child care requirements during an Administrative Action Follow Up visit. The facility currently operates with a Five Star License that was issued on June 3, 2019 . The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 13, 2024. Marcia Humphrey, Lead Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The Director, Dawn Greene, was present and assisted us during the visit. Children were observed participating in free play outside on their designated playgrounds, the teachers were observed moving about the playground interacting and supervising the children. One group of children was observed participating in free play in their classroom, the teachers were observed interacting in a positive manner with the children. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 5, 2024 with a “Superior” classification. One new staff file was monitored. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable child care requirements was conducted, including supervision, child staff ration and permit re4strictions. I observed the following violations. Violation Number Comment Rule 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. There was asthma and seizure medications that had no prescription label. .0803(2)(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. There was asthma and seizure medications that had no parental authorizations on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last playground inspection was conducted in June 2024. .0605(q) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One new staff did not have emergency information on file. .0701(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One staff hired 9/3/2024, did not received the required orientation in the first two weeks. .1101(a)(b) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. No lock down drills were documented on the emergency drill log. .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. One new staff did not have acknowledgment of review of the shaken baby policy on file. .0608(d)(1-4) The violation(s) must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than October 10, 2024 stating how each item was corrected and how you plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. Please e-mail the letter to me at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. The center was issued a written warning August 29, 2024. The Director has scheduled the required supervision training for October 11, 2024. The Director has submitted policies as required by her corrective action plan, the Director will review the policies after completing the supervision training on October 11, 2024. Technical assistance The Director stated the wooden outdoor area will not be used until the area is cleaned up from the rainstorms recently had in the area. Lock down drills are required every three months. 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (u) A "shelter in place drill" or "lockdown drill" as defined in 10A NCAC 09 .0102 shall be conducted at least every three months and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(8). Have the parent of the school age child with medication complete a parental authorization forms and get medication prescription labels for the medications. The seizure medication expires at the end of September 2024. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . If you have questions or concerns, I can be reached at 336-580-5417 or at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You can also reach my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or 336-580-2527 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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/16/2024 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 7/16/2024 Age: From 2 To 12 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor child care requirements during an unannounced complaint follow-up visit. An unannounced follow up visit was conducted on June 25, 2024 and violations were cited regarding supervision and safe environment. A corrective action letter was received on July 11, 2024. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the teachers, they assisted me during today’s visit. The Director was not present. I observed the school age children participating in free play outdoors on their designated playground. I observed a group of two and three year olds participating in free play outdoors on their designated playground. I observed a group of children ages three to five participating in free play in their classroom and having a group time story. During today’s visit the following were monitored, staff child ratio, supervision, and safe environment. Staff child ratio and supervision were found in compliance. The following violation was documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. There was a large long tree vine hanging down that children to swing, if a child were to fall they could be injured. There was an area of the ground that dropped down creating a large ditch where children could get stuck in and be unable to climb out. This is a repeat violation from 6/25/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) The violation(s) must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than August 2, 2024 stating how each item was corrected and how you plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. Please e-mail the letter to me at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . I did a walk through of the wooded area on the playground for school age children. No children were observed in this area during today’s visit, the teacher stated the children were not playing in the wooded area because there was only one teacher with them today. I observed a deep ditch that was discussed with the Director during the last visit, there were no changes made to the ditch since the last visit. In the corrective action letter received on July 11, 2024, the Director stated she would inquire about having someone put logs in the ditch to allow the children to be able to climb out of the ditch. There was also a vine hanging in the wooded area for children to swing on. This vine has no surfacing under it to prevent injury if a child should fall while swinging. In the corrective action letter received on July 11, 2024, the Director stated she was still deciding what to do about the hanging swinging vine. She stated she did not want to cut it because the children enjoyed swinging on it. Technical Assistance Based on my observation of the wooded area, more clearing needs to be done to allow adequate supervision. I would recommend focusing on the outer areas of the wooded area. Greenery can grow fast during the summer, so maintenance of the wooded area on a regular basis is required if the area will be used by the children. Until the Director decides what to do about the hanging vine used for swinging, children should not be allowed to swing on it. In addition the ditch needs to be filled in or altered to allow children to be able to climb out of it, especially the preschool age children. The ditch should be off limits to the children until changes have been made to it. Once you have made these items safe for the children contact me to schedule a visit to monitor for safety. RESOURCES For information about current rule changes, visit the Division’s website at and look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. From the Moodle home screen go to “My Courses”; click on “Intro to Child Care Rules”; scroll down to “Child Care Rule Changes Effective February 2021” and then click on the module. If you complete the module, you will receive On-going Training credit. The Health and Safety Trainings are now being offered on the DCDEE Moodle format as well. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 336-580-5417. You can also reach my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or336-580-2527 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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0624-008L Visit Date: 6/25/2024 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 6/25/2024 Age: From 2 To 12 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 10:35 AM Time Out: 12:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor child care requirements during an unannounced complaint follow-up visit. A complaint visit was conducted on June 14, 2024 and violations were cited regarding supervision and safe environment. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the teachers, they assisted me during today’s visit. The Director was not present at the time of my arrival, she later arrived towards the end of the visit. I observed the school age children participating in free play in the classroom. I observed a group of two and three year olds participating in free play in their classroom. I observed a group of children ages three to five outside, playing freely on the playground for school age children. There is a wooden area with trails located at the back of the playground, the children were playing in this area. A corrective action letter was received on June 21, 2024, however it was an old corrective action letter from an annual compliance visit that was conducted on February 13, 2024. The letter was due by June 21, 2024. Once the Director arrived she emailed the correct letter and printed a copy for me to review. During today’s visit the following were monitored, staff child ratio, supervision, and safe environment. The following violations were documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Several children were observed running through the wooded area on the playground and although the teacher was centrally located in the wooded area, all the children could not be seen. There was a back corner area where a child was standing, his red shorts could be seen however the teacher was unable to see what the child was doing. This is a repeat violation from 6/14/24. .1801(a)(1-5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. There are several wooden vines spreading across the ground that are potential tripping hazards. There was a large long tree vine hanging down that children were observed swinging on, this could be a potential hazard if the children fall while swinging..There was an area of the ground that dropped down creating a large ditch and a child got in that area and was unable to get out without teacher assistance. This is a repeat violation from 6/14/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) The violation(s) must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than July 11, 2024 stating how each item was corrected and how you plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. Please e-mail the letter to me at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. The kiwi bush that is located on the playground for preschool age children was trimmed down to allow better supervision. Some parts of the wooded area have been trimmed down, however there are still several wooden vines spreading across the ground that are potential tripping hazards. There were two teachers with 12 children ages 3 to 5 years of age. One of the teachers was positioned at the front area of the playground and the other teacher was in the wooded area. I observed a large area that dropped down like a ditch and a child got in the ditch and was unable to get out without teacher assistance. Several children were running through the trails wooded area and although the teacher was centrally located in the wooded area, all the children could not be seen. There was a back corner area where a child was standing, his red shorts could be seen however what the child was doing could not be seen because he was standing behind a tree. There was a large long tree vine hanging down that children were observed swinging on, this could be a potential hazard if the children fall while swinging. Technical Assistance I spoke with the Director about the wooded area, we discussed how the area was great for the children to explore nature however it needed to be safe. We discussed cutting down more of the greenery and bushy areas to allow better supervision of the children. Some type of surfacing must be added if the children will be using the tree vine to swing. We discussed filling in the ditch with dirt or adding wooden steps to allow children to climb in and out on their own, while allowing the area to remain a natural part of the environment. I recommended walking the trails again and cutting any large vines running across the ground to prevent tripping hazards. Children can enhance many skills from playing and exploring in a natural learning environment, including environment awareness, sensory development, risk assessment, cognitive and physical development. Contact me for more technical assistance with this area if needed to make the area as safe as it can be for the children. If you have questions or concerns, I can be reached at 336-580-5417 or at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You can also reach my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or 336-580-2527 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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0624-008L Visit Date: 6/14/2024 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 6/14/2024 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 10:25 AM Time Out: 01:05 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to investigate a report alleging violations of child care requirements regarding supervision, a safe outdoor environment and sanitation and health. The facility currently operates with a Five Star License that was issued on June 3, 2019. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 13, 2024. Kaye Adkins, Child Care Supervisor, assisted me on today’s visit. The Director, Dawn Green, was present and assisted us during the visit. I informed her the reason for our visit. The children were observed participating in free play indoors and outdoors. The school age children were on a field tip to a local park. Allegation 1 : There is concern regarding supervision Findings: During today’s visit, we monitored the playgrounds for each age group. There is a lot of greenery, plants and trees through the playgrounds. There was a group of preschool age children observed in the wooded area in the back of the school age playground. As we walked through the entrance to the school-age playground, we observed two children two to three years of age standing by the entrance. We observed other children walking up towards the fence as we walked down towards the wooded area. The teacher was coming out of the wooded area and was observed calling for children to come out of the wooded area. The wooded area has several trails, tall trees and tall greenery throughout it. The teacher could not see the children standing at the entrance of the playground nor could she see the two children that were in the wooded area. The allegations concerning supervision is substantiated based on the information obtained during today’s visit. Allegation 2 : There is concern regarding a safe outdoor environment. We walked through the wooded area in the back of the school age outdoor play area. The area had several trails, the area was overgrown with plants, trees and general greenery that prohibited adequate supervision. The were vines on the ground throughout the area and large tree roots that were coming out of the ground that are potential tripping hazards. There were areas of the ground covered with greenery which made it difficult to see harmful insects, small animals, and snakes that could in those areas. The wooded area also had several tires throughout the area that could hold water and vermin. We discussed the different types of plants and trees on the playgrounds with the Director. She stated that she had recently removed poison ivy from the area. There were tomato plants that were accessible to the children. Findings: The allegations regarding safe outdoor environment is substantiated based on the information observed during today’s visit. Allegation 3 : There is concern regarding sanitation and health. We did not observe noncompliance regarding sanitation and health during today’s visit. Findings: The allegations regarding sanitation and health is unsubstantiated based on the information obtained during today’s visit. Ratios were observed in compliance. The following violations were documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. The teacher was unable to see and hear the children in her care on the playground due to the overgrown wooded area on the playground. .1801(a)(1-5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. There were several tripping hazards and potential injury from outdoor animals and insects due to overgrown greenery areas. There were tomato plans and poison ivy accessible to the children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) The above violations must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than June 21, 2024 stating how each item was corrected and a plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. My email address is mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov. If I do not receive your letter by June 21, 2024 and/or if you do not address all violations, a return visit to your program will be made to monitor for compliance of violations and to obtain your compliance letter. Additional violations may be documented if the situation has not been corrected or addressed. You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. Consultation The Director inquired about increasing her capacity. We discussed the space capacities for each classroom and I informed the Director to send a letter requesting the increase. The center had a previous capacity of 90 and was decreased to 50 in 2019. During today’s visit the Director emailed me a letter requesting and increase in her capacity. Technical Assistance We discussed with the Director that the undergrowth and general greenery in the wooded area should be cut and maintained on a regular basis to prevent the area from becoming overgrown. Limbs and vines that run across the ground should be monitored to prevent tripping hazards. We spoke with the Director about making the tomato plant inaccessible to the children. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 336-580-5417. You can also reach my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or336-580-2527 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 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/13/2024 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 2/13/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 115 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor for child care requirements applicable to a child care center. Dawn Green, Director, was present and assisted me during today’s visit. I completed a walk-through of the facility, attendance was documented, and observations were made. The children were observed participating in free play and interacting with the teachers. The last annual compliance visit was conducted February 20, 2023. The center is operating under a Five Star License that was issued June 3, 2019. The last sanitation inspection was conducted November 28, 2023 the center received an Approved rating. The last fire inspection was conducted December 6, 2023. Fire drills, transportation and playground inspections were monitored. During today’s visit, a full assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. One child had an Epi Pen in a locked cabinet that did not have a parental authorization on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One staff did not have a completed and signed orientation on file. .1101(a) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. Two staff did not have current health questionnaires on file. .0701(d) The above violation must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than February 25, 2024 stating how each item was corrected and a plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. My email address is mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov. If I do not receive your letter by February 25, 2024 and/or if you do not address all violations, a return visit to your program will be made to monitor for compliance of violations and to obtain your compliance letter. Additional violations may be documented if the situation has not been corrected or addressed. You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. Consultation Medication should not be accepted until there is a current parental authorization on file. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 336-580-5417. 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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS MEMORIES PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 76000002 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/28/2023 Number Present: 23 Completed Date: 7/28/2023 Age: From 2 To 12 Total Minutes: 60 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 10:50 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 for applicable Child Care Requirements. The facility currently operates with a Five Star License that was issued on June 3, 2019. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 2, 2023. The Assistant Director was present and assisted me during the visit. Children were observed participating in free play outside on their designated playgrounds. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 8, 2023 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted November 30, 2022. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I observed the following violations. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the outdoor playground for the preschool aged children, there were two boards under the slide with long nails sticking out. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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. There was a can of OFF bug repellent onto of a cabinet. .2820(b) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. No shelter in place or lockdown drill has been done for the year of 2023. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) The violation(s) must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than August 11, 2023 stating how each item was corrected and how you plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. Please e-mail the letter to me at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. Consultation RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are now being offered on the DCDEE Moodle format as well. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. If you have questions or concerns, I can be reached at 336-580-5417 or at mona.ndiaye@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