10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: Brevard Elementary Developmental Day Facility ID: 88000100 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/12/2023 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 10/12/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 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 during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Audrey Reneau, Director of Early Learning, after the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary electronically emailed to you. Today, Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher, was available to answer questions during the visit. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-three (93) percentage as of 10/11/23. The Secretary of State website was reviewed and the Non-Profit Corporation, The Brevard Elementary Organization of Parents and Teachers, has a current-active status as of 10/11/23. Permit type- Four Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions- Daytime care only; Meets reduced staff/child ratios. Developmental Day Certified; Meets enhanced space. This facility provides NC PREK. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/22. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/18/23. The last lockdown drill was practiced on 9/15/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 9/6/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 10/10/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/17/23 with six (6) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is COR and Teaching Strategies Gold. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. Upon arrival, I made my presence known to Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher. The children in space #1 were observed participating in a large group activity to choose which learning centers they wanted to choose. The children transitioned to free choice play in the classroom. They participated in dramatic play, manipulatives, blocks, and art. The children in space #3 were observed having free choice play on the playground. They were observed riding trikes, using chalk on the chalk board, running and socializing. Supervision was adequate. All staff/child interactions were positive and nurturing. Three (3) children’s files, were monitored for child care requirements. Two (2) newly hired staff and one (1) existing staff file was monitored for child care requirements. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. The program does not provide transportation. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in space #1. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified in compliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and both administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over five years experience. The program operates nine hours per day, Monday through Friday, ten months per 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: (1) quarterly parent education sessions, (2) parent/teacher conferences twice a year; (3) daily notes of progress provided to parents; (4) opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; (5) and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare 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. A selection of files was monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you were in the process of completing the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold, COR and Dial 4 instruments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/29/23. The classroom operates from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held two times per year. You stated that you use drop-off and pick-up conversations and monthly newsletters to communicate with parents. In addition, a communication source, DO JO, is used to provide any information about the child’s day. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current First Aid training. .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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR training. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not receive the required on-going training hours according to their education and experience. .1103(a) Technical assistance provided #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. #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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR and FA training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (c) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018, or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017, training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. At all times when children are in care at least one staff member present must have successfully completed First Aid training, as evidenced by a certificate or card from an approved training organization. First Aid training shall be renewed on or before expiration of the certification. "Successfully completed" is defined as demonstrating competency, as evaluated by the instructor. Verification of each required staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. (d) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course appropriate to the ages of children in care. At all times when children are in care one staff member present must have successfully completed CPR training. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018 or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017 training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. CPR training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification. Verification of each staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp #1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One (1) staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not complete the number of the required hours of on-going training per their education and experience. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/26/23. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: Challenging Behaviors Helpline: The Division has established a challenging behaviors helpline. If you would like resources for behavioral management, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. A printout of the challenging behavior helpline flyer was provided during today’s visit. Environmental Rating Assessment process. Bee Hive Learning Center at Brevard Elem School is in cohort 2. Your preparation year will be July 2024 to June 2025. Your assessment year will be July 2025 to June 2026. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828-556-3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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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10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: Brevard Elementary Developmental Day Facility ID: 88000100 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/12/2023 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 10/12/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 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 during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Audrey Reneau, Director of Early Learning, after the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary electronically emailed to you. Today, Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher, was available to answer questions during the visit. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-three (93) percentage as of 10/11/23. The Secretary of State website was reviewed and the Non-Profit Corporation, The Brevard Elementary Organization of Parents and Teachers, has a current-active status as of 10/11/23. Permit type- Four Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions- Daytime care only; Meets reduced staff/child ratios. Developmental Day Certified; Meets enhanced space. This facility provides NC PREK. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/22. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/18/23. The last lockdown drill was practiced on 9/15/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 9/6/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 10/10/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/17/23 with six (6) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is COR and Teaching Strategies Gold. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. Upon arrival, I made my presence known to Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher. The children in space #1 were observed participating in a large group activity to choose which learning centers they wanted to choose. The children transitioned to free choice play in the classroom. They participated in dramatic play, manipulatives, blocks, and art. The children in space #3 were observed having free choice play on the playground. They were observed riding trikes, using chalk on the chalk board, running and socializing. Supervision was adequate. All staff/child interactions were positive and nurturing. Three (3) children’s files, were monitored for child care requirements. Two (2) newly hired staff and one (1) existing staff file was monitored for child care requirements. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. The program does not provide transportation. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in space #1. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified in compliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and both administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over five years experience. The program operates nine hours per day, Monday through Friday, ten months per 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: (1) quarterly parent education sessions, (2) parent/teacher conferences twice a year; (3) daily notes of progress provided to parents; (4) opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; (5) and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare 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. A selection of files was monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you were in the process of completing the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold, COR and Dial 4 instruments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/29/23. The classroom operates from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held two times per year. You stated that you use drop-off and pick-up conversations and monthly newsletters to communicate with parents. In addition, a communication source, DO JO, is used to provide any information about the child’s day. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current First Aid training. .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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR training. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not receive the required on-going training hours according to their education and experience. .1103(a) Technical assistance provided #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. #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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR and FA training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (c) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018, or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017, training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. At all times when children are in care at least one staff member present must have successfully completed First Aid training, as evidenced by a certificate or card from an approved training organization. First Aid training shall be renewed on or before expiration of the certification. "Successfully completed" is defined as demonstrating competency, as evaluated by the instructor. Verification of each required staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. (d) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course appropriate to the ages of children in care. At all times when children are in care one staff member present must have successfully completed CPR training. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018 or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017 training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. CPR training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification. Verification of each staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp #1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One (1) staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not complete the number of the required hours of on-going training per their education and experience. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/26/23. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: Challenging Behaviors Helpline: The Division has established a challenging behaviors helpline. If you would like resources for behavioral management, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. A printout of the challenging behavior helpline flyer was provided during today’s visit. Environmental Rating Assessment process. Bee Hive Learning Center at Brevard Elem School is in cohort 2. Your preparation year will be July 2024 to June 2025. Your assessment year will be July 2025 to June 2026. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828-556-3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1703 · Violation

Name of Operation: Brevard Elementary Developmental Day Facility ID: 88000100 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/12/2023 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 10/12/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 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 during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Audrey Reneau, Director of Early Learning, after the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary electronically emailed to you. Today, Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher, was available to answer questions during the visit. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-three (93) percentage as of 10/11/23. The Secretary of State website was reviewed and the Non-Profit Corporation, The Brevard Elementary Organization of Parents and Teachers, has a current-active status as of 10/11/23. Permit type- Four Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions- Daytime care only; Meets reduced staff/child ratios. Developmental Day Certified; Meets enhanced space. This facility provides NC PREK. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/22. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/18/23. The last lockdown drill was practiced on 9/15/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 9/6/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 10/10/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/17/23 with six (6) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is COR and Teaching Strategies Gold. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. Upon arrival, I made my presence known to Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher. The children in space #1 were observed participating in a large group activity to choose which learning centers they wanted to choose. The children transitioned to free choice play in the classroom. They participated in dramatic play, manipulatives, blocks, and art. The children in space #3 were observed having free choice play on the playground. They were observed riding trikes, using chalk on the chalk board, running and socializing. Supervision was adequate. All staff/child interactions were positive and nurturing. Three (3) children’s files, were monitored for child care requirements. Two (2) newly hired staff and one (1) existing staff file was monitored for child care requirements. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. The program does not provide transportation. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in space #1. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified in compliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and both administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over five years experience. The program operates nine hours per day, Monday through Friday, ten months per 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: (1) quarterly parent education sessions, (2) parent/teacher conferences twice a year; (3) daily notes of progress provided to parents; (4) opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; (5) and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare 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. A selection of files was monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you were in the process of completing the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold, COR and Dial 4 instruments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/29/23. The classroom operates from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held two times per year. You stated that you use drop-off and pick-up conversations and monthly newsletters to communicate with parents. In addition, a communication source, DO JO, is used to provide any information about the child’s day. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current First Aid training. .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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR training. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not receive the required on-going training hours according to their education and experience. .1103(a) Technical assistance provided #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. #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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR and FA training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (c) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018, or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017, training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. At all times when children are in care at least one staff member present must have successfully completed First Aid training, as evidenced by a certificate or card from an approved training organization. First Aid training shall be renewed on or before expiration of the certification. "Successfully completed" is defined as demonstrating competency, as evaluated by the instructor. Verification of each required staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. (d) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course appropriate to the ages of children in care. At all times when children are in care one staff member present must have successfully completed CPR training. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018 or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017 training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. CPR training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification. Verification of each staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp #1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One (1) staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not complete the number of the required hours of on-going training per their education and experience. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/26/23. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: Challenging Behaviors Helpline: The Division has established a challenging behaviors helpline. If you would like resources for behavioral management, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. A printout of the challenging behavior helpline flyer was provided during today’s visit. Environmental Rating Assessment process. Bee Hive Learning Center at Brevard Elem School is in cohort 2. Your preparation year will be July 2024 to June 2025. Your assessment year will be July 2025 to June 2026. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828-556-3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .2830 · Violation

Name of Operation: Brevard Elementary Developmental Day Facility ID: 88000100 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/12/2023 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 10/12/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 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 during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Audrey Reneau, Director of Early Learning, after the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary electronically emailed to you. Today, Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher, was available to answer questions during the visit. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-three (93) percentage as of 10/11/23. The Secretary of State website was reviewed and the Non-Profit Corporation, The Brevard Elementary Organization of Parents and Teachers, has a current-active status as of 10/11/23. Permit type- Four Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions- Daytime care only; Meets reduced staff/child ratios. Developmental Day Certified; Meets enhanced space. This facility provides NC PREK. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/22. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/18/23. The last lockdown drill was practiced on 9/15/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 9/6/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 10/10/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/17/23 with six (6) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is COR and Teaching Strategies Gold. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. Upon arrival, I made my presence known to Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher. The children in space #1 were observed participating in a large group activity to choose which learning centers they wanted to choose. The children transitioned to free choice play in the classroom. They participated in dramatic play, manipulatives, blocks, and art. The children in space #3 were observed having free choice play on the playground. They were observed riding trikes, using chalk on the chalk board, running and socializing. Supervision was adequate. All staff/child interactions were positive and nurturing. Three (3) children’s files, were monitored for child care requirements. Two (2) newly hired staff and one (1) existing staff file was monitored for child care requirements. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. The program does not provide transportation. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in space #1. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified in compliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and both administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over five years experience. The program operates nine hours per day, Monday through Friday, ten months per 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: (1) quarterly parent education sessions, (2) parent/teacher conferences twice a year; (3) daily notes of progress provided to parents; (4) opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; (5) and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare 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. A selection of files was monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you were in the process of completing the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold, COR and Dial 4 instruments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/29/23. The classroom operates from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held two times per year. You stated that you use drop-off and pick-up conversations and monthly newsletters to communicate with parents. In addition, a communication source, DO JO, is used to provide any information about the child’s day. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current First Aid training. .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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR training. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not receive the required on-going training hours according to their education and experience. .1103(a) Technical assistance provided #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. #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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR and FA training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (c) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018, or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017, training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. At all times when children are in care at least one staff member present must have successfully completed First Aid training, as evidenced by a certificate or card from an approved training organization. First Aid training shall be renewed on or before expiration of the certification. "Successfully completed" is defined as demonstrating competency, as evaluated by the instructor. Verification of each required staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. (d) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course appropriate to the ages of children in care. At all times when children are in care one staff member present must have successfully completed CPR training. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018 or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017 training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. CPR training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification. Verification of each staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp #1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One (1) staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not complete the number of the required hours of on-going training per their education and experience. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/26/23. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: Challenging Behaviors Helpline: The Division has established a challenging behaviors helpline. If you would like resources for behavioral management, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. A printout of the challenging behavior helpline flyer was provided during today’s visit. Environmental Rating Assessment process. Bee Hive Learning Center at Brevard Elem School is in cohort 2. Your preparation year will be July 2024 to June 2025. Your assessment year will be July 2025 to June 2026. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828-556-3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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: Brevard Elementary Developmental Day Facility ID: 88000100 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/12/2023 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 10/12/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 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 during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Audrey Reneau, Director of Early Learning, after the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary electronically emailed to you. Today, Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher, was available to answer questions during the visit. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-three (93) percentage as of 10/11/23. The Secretary of State website was reviewed and the Non-Profit Corporation, The Brevard Elementary Organization of Parents and Teachers, has a current-active status as of 10/11/23. Permit type- Four Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions- Daytime care only; Meets reduced staff/child ratios. Developmental Day Certified; Meets enhanced space. This facility provides NC PREK. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/22. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/18/23. The last lockdown drill was practiced on 9/15/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 9/6/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 10/10/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/17/23 with six (6) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is COR and Teaching Strategies Gold. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. Upon arrival, I made my presence known to Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher. The children in space #1 were observed participating in a large group activity to choose which learning centers they wanted to choose. The children transitioned to free choice play in the classroom. They participated in dramatic play, manipulatives, blocks, and art. The children in space #3 were observed having free choice play on the playground. They were observed riding trikes, using chalk on the chalk board, running and socializing. Supervision was adequate. All staff/child interactions were positive and nurturing. Three (3) children’s files, were monitored for child care requirements. Two (2) newly hired staff and one (1) existing staff file was monitored for child care requirements. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. The program does not provide transportation. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in space #1. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified in compliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and both administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over five years experience. The program operates nine hours per day, Monday through Friday, ten months per 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: (1) quarterly parent education sessions, (2) parent/teacher conferences twice a year; (3) daily notes of progress provided to parents; (4) opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; (5) and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare 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. A selection of files was monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you were in the process of completing the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold, COR and Dial 4 instruments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/29/23. The classroom operates from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held two times per year. You stated that you use drop-off and pick-up conversations and monthly newsletters to communicate with parents. In addition, a communication source, DO JO, is used to provide any information about the child’s day. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current First Aid training. .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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR training. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not receive the required on-going training hours according to their education and experience. .1103(a) Technical assistance provided #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. #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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR and FA training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (c) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018, or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017, training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. At all times when children are in care at least one staff member present must have successfully completed First Aid training, as evidenced by a certificate or card from an approved training organization. First Aid training shall be renewed on or before expiration of the certification. "Successfully completed" is defined as demonstrating competency, as evaluated by the instructor. Verification of each required staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. (d) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course appropriate to the ages of children in care. At all times when children are in care one staff member present must have successfully completed CPR training. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018 or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017 training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. CPR training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification. Verification of each staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp #1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One (1) staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not complete the number of the required hours of on-going training per their education and experience. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/26/23. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: Challenging Behaviors Helpline: The Division has established a challenging behaviors helpline. If you would like resources for behavioral management, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. A printout of the challenging behavior helpline flyer was provided during today’s visit. Environmental Rating Assessment process. Bee Hive Learning Center at Brevard Elem School is in cohort 2. Your preparation year will be July 2024 to June 2025. Your assessment year will be July 2025 to June 2026. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828-556-3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .3009 · Violation

Name of Operation: Brevard Elementary Developmental Day Facility ID: 88000100 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/12/2023 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 10/12/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 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 during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Audrey Reneau, Director of Early Learning, after the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary electronically emailed to you. Today, Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher, was available to answer questions during the visit. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-three (93) percentage as of 10/11/23. The Secretary of State website was reviewed and the Non-Profit Corporation, The Brevard Elementary Organization of Parents and Teachers, has a current-active status as of 10/11/23. Permit type- Four Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions- Daytime care only; Meets reduced staff/child ratios. Developmental Day Certified; Meets enhanced space. This facility provides NC PREK. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/22. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/18/23. The last lockdown drill was practiced on 9/15/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 9/6/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 10/10/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/17/23 with six (6) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is COR and Teaching Strategies Gold. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. Upon arrival, I made my presence known to Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher. The children in space #1 were observed participating in a large group activity to choose which learning centers they wanted to choose. The children transitioned to free choice play in the classroom. They participated in dramatic play, manipulatives, blocks, and art. The children in space #3 were observed having free choice play on the playground. They were observed riding trikes, using chalk on the chalk board, running and socializing. Supervision was adequate. All staff/child interactions were positive and nurturing. Three (3) children’s files, were monitored for child care requirements. Two (2) newly hired staff and one (1) existing staff file was monitored for child care requirements. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. The program does not provide transportation. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in space #1. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified in compliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and both administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over five years experience. The program operates nine hours per day, Monday through Friday, ten months per 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: (1) quarterly parent education sessions, (2) parent/teacher conferences twice a year; (3) daily notes of progress provided to parents; (4) opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; (5) and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare 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. A selection of files was monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you were in the process of completing the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold, COR and Dial 4 instruments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/29/23. The classroom operates from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held two times per year. You stated that you use drop-off and pick-up conversations and monthly newsletters to communicate with parents. In addition, a communication source, DO JO, is used to provide any information about the child’s day. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current First Aid training. .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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR training. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not receive the required on-going training hours according to their education and experience. .1103(a) Technical assistance provided #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. #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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR and FA training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (c) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018, or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017, training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. At all times when children are in care at least one staff member present must have successfully completed First Aid training, as evidenced by a certificate or card from an approved training organization. First Aid training shall be renewed on or before expiration of the certification. "Successfully completed" is defined as demonstrating competency, as evaluated by the instructor. Verification of each required staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. (d) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course appropriate to the ages of children in care. At all times when children are in care one staff member present must have successfully completed CPR training. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018 or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017 training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. CPR training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification. Verification of each staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp #1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One (1) staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not complete the number of the required hours of on-going training per their education and experience. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/26/23. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: Challenging Behaviors Helpline: The Division has established a challenging behaviors helpline. If you would like resources for behavioral management, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. A printout of the challenging behavior helpline flyer was provided during today’s visit. Environmental Rating Assessment process. Bee Hive Learning Center at Brevard Elem School is in cohort 2. Your preparation year will be July 2024 to June 2025. Your assessment year will be July 2025 to June 2026. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828-556-3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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: Brevard Elementary Developmental Day Facility ID: 88000100 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/12/2023 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 10/12/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 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 during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Audrey Reneau, Director of Early Learning, after the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary electronically emailed to you. Today, Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher, was available to answer questions during the visit. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-three (93) percentage as of 10/11/23. The Secretary of State website was reviewed and the Non-Profit Corporation, The Brevard Elementary Organization of Parents and Teachers, has a current-active status as of 10/11/23. Permit type- Four Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions- Daytime care only; Meets reduced staff/child ratios. Developmental Day Certified; Meets enhanced space. This facility provides NC PREK. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/22. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/18/23. The last lockdown drill was practiced on 9/15/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 9/6/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 10/10/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/17/23 with six (6) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is COR and Teaching Strategies Gold. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. Upon arrival, I made my presence known to Kelli Krueger, Lead Teacher. The children in space #1 were observed participating in a large group activity to choose which learning centers they wanted to choose. The children transitioned to free choice play in the classroom. They participated in dramatic play, manipulatives, blocks, and art. The children in space #3 were observed having free choice play on the playground. They were observed riding trikes, using chalk on the chalk board, running and socializing. Supervision was adequate. All staff/child interactions were positive and nurturing. Three (3) children’s files, were monitored for child care requirements. Two (2) newly hired staff and one (1) existing staff file was monitored for child care requirements. The staff and training worksheet was received prior to today’s visit and monitored for child care requirements. The program does not provide transportation. The developmental day requirements in section .2900 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in space #1. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified in compliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and both administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over five years experience. The program operates nine hours per day, Monday through Friday, ten months per 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: (1) quarterly parent education sessions, (2) parent/teacher conferences twice a year; (3) daily notes of progress provided to parents; (4) opportunities for parent volunteers to assist with special classroom activities, field trips and other learning experiences for children; (5) and provides parents with referral information about other community programs and resources serving young children. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare 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. A selection of files was monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you were in the process of completing the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold, COR and Dial 4 instruments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/29/23. The classroom operates from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held two times per year. You stated that you use drop-off and pick-up conversations and monthly newsletters to communicate with parents. In addition, a communication source, DO JO, is used to provide any information about the child’s day. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current First Aid training. .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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR training. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not receive the required on-going training hours according to their education and experience. .1103(a) Technical assistance provided #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. #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. Three (3) staff (A.E., P.S. and R.B.) do not have current CPR and FA training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (c) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018, or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017, training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. At all times when children are in care at least one staff member present must have successfully completed First Aid training, as evidenced by a certificate or card from an approved training organization. First Aid training shall be renewed on or before expiration of the certification. "Successfully completed" is defined as demonstrating competency, as evaluated by the instructor. Verification of each required staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. (d) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course appropriate to the ages of children in care. At all times when children are in care one staff member present must have successfully completed CPR training. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018 or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017 training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. CPR training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification. Verification of each staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp #1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One (1) staff, per the staff and training worksheet, did not complete the number of the required hours of on-going training per their education and experience. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/26/23. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: Challenging Behaviors Helpline: The Division has established a challenging behaviors helpline. If you would like resources for behavioral management, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. A printout of the challenging behavior helpline flyer was provided during today’s visit. Environmental Rating Assessment process. Bee Hive Learning Center at Brevard Elem School is in cohort 2. Your preparation year will be July 2024 to June 2025. Your assessment year will be July 2025 to June 2026. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828-556-3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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