Triangle Academy Preschool

10A NCAC 09 .0606 · Violation

Name of Operation: TRIANGLE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003713 Consultant: KIMBERLY GIROUARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1025-292L Visit Date: 10/27/2025 Number Present: 65 Completed Date: 10/27/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 165 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this Unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of childcare requirements at Triangle Academy Preschool. The visit was conducted with you, Miss. Jessica Garcia, center director. Allegations were discussed with the facility owner, Ms. Danelle Morgan, during a phone call at the beginning of the visit and the facility director, Ms. Garcia. Two additional staff members were interviewed as well, the assistant teacher from the NC Pre-K classroom and Ms. Christina, facility co-director. Staff/child ratios, supervision, permit restrictions, and group size complied. Currently this center has eight (8) classrooms open which includes one NC Pre-K classrooms and two Wake Three classrooms, both of which were open and operating today. October 6, 2025, Child Care Licensing Consultant, Kimberly Girouard, received an email from the Triangle Academy Preschool owner, Ms. Danelle Morgan, regarding an allegation a parent had brought to her and her administrative team. Ms. Girouard recommended Ms. Morgan document the actions she and her administrative team followed through with when this information was brought to their attention and the action items put in place, all of which are outlined in the complaint report below and included adjusting the staffing schedule so the teacher identified in the report is not alone with the children when the child identified in the report is in attendance. Ms. Morgan shared the same information that was identified in the complaint received on October 21, 2025. The report contained allegations related to nurture/care and treatment of children. There were concerns that a staff member screamed and hit a child in their ear and pinched/slapped a child on the leg. The center took the following actions when notified of concerns by the parent: • The staff member in question was suspended (10/2/2025 – 10/6/2025), during the center’s internal investigation. Upon completing the internal investigation, the staff member returned to work as the program was unable to substantiate the allegations. • Wake County Smart Start was notified as this concern was in the NC Pre-K classroom. • Interviews were conducted with all staff in the classroom. Statements were provided by staff and shared during the visit today. • The center had a meeting with the parents/child. Documentation of this meeting was shared with me today. • The center was previously in the process of installing cameras before this report, cameras have been installed in classrooms and are available to few if parents request to do so. • The staff member will not be alone with the child referenced in the report. • Ongoing random classroom observations continue to be conducted by administrative staff. The reporter stated the parents wanted it to be very clear that they trust the school and its staff and appreciate how quickly and seriously the facility administrative team responded. The reporter stated the child has been happy at school recently, and the parents have noticed a difference since the new safety measures were put in place. The reporter stated the parents are grateful for the care the school has shown in their response to their concerns. During today’s visit Ms. Girouard walked throughout the childcare spaces and observed the teachers providing age-appropriate, safe and welcoming classroom environments. The staff were observed communicating appropriately with the children and engaged in the children’s activities. The children were observed actively engaged in art activities, playing outside and in the indoor playroom, participating in circle time activities and eating lunch. The teachers were observed involved in activities with the children, sitting on the floor with the children reading books to them and engaged in the block center and singing and dancing with them. The staff were observed talking to the children in an appropriate manner throughout the visit. Staff were observed moving around the indoor and outdoor space while interacting with children in an engaging and appropriate manner. Based on the observations made today, and documentation shared and discussions with staff, I was unable to determine that any incidents of inappropriate care of children had occurred, therefore the allegation related to nurture/care was unsubstantiated. During my walk through of the facility, while in the infant room, it was noted that a teacher in the room for infants was not recording the times she conducted the safe sleep checks. She recorded the time she placed the infant in the crib but did not record the time she conducted the additional sleep checks throughout the child’s nap time. Ms. Girouard reviewed the rules with the infant teacher and confirmed that she understood exactly how the safe sleep checks are required to be completed. One violation was cited; this violation is unrelated to the complaint investigation. Violation Number Comment Rule 871 Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy. The infant teacher is not recording the specific time she conducts each sleep check. 10A NCAC 09 .0606(a) *Today Ms. Girouard discussed the importance of safe sleep documentation and that it provides a clear picture of how the infant was monitored during its nap time and who conducted the safe sleep checks. *Today Ms. Girouard did observe the staff providing a physically safe environment for the children and an emotionally appropriate environment for the children. All of the staff were observed speaking to the children in an age-appropriate tone and maintaining a physically safe space for the children that met both their physical and emotional needs. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before November 10, 2025, Ms. Girouard must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violation cited today was corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Kimberly Girouard PO Box 1184 Wake Forest, NC 27588 Kimberly.Girouard@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Again, your Corrective Action Letter is due no later than November 10, 2025. Feel free to contact Ms. Girouard with any questions regarding today’s visit at Kimberly.girouard@dhhs.nc.gov or 919-602-2582. 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: TRIANGLE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003713 Consultant: KIMBERLY GIROUARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1025-292L Visit Date: 10/27/2025 Number Present: 65 Completed Date: 10/27/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 165 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this Unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of childcare requirements at Triangle Academy Preschool. The visit was conducted with you, Miss. Jessica Garcia, center director. Allegations were discussed with the facility owner, Ms. Danelle Morgan, during a phone call at the beginning of the visit and the facility director, Ms. Garcia. Two additional staff members were interviewed as well, the assistant teacher from the NC Pre-K classroom and Ms. Christina, facility co-director. Staff/child ratios, supervision, permit restrictions, and group size complied. Currently this center has eight (8) classrooms open which includes one NC Pre-K classrooms and two Wake Three classrooms, both of which were open and operating today. October 6, 2025, Child Care Licensing Consultant, Kimberly Girouard, received an email from the Triangle Academy Preschool owner, Ms. Danelle Morgan, regarding an allegation a parent had brought to her and her administrative team. Ms. Girouard recommended Ms. Morgan document the actions she and her administrative team followed through with when this information was brought to their attention and the action items put in place, all of which are outlined in the complaint report below and included adjusting the staffing schedule so the teacher identified in the report is not alone with the children when the child identified in the report is in attendance. Ms. Morgan shared the same information that was identified in the complaint received on October 21, 2025. The report contained allegations related to nurture/care and treatment of children. There were concerns that a staff member screamed and hit a child in their ear and pinched/slapped a child on the leg. The center took the following actions when notified of concerns by the parent: • The staff member in question was suspended (10/2/2025 – 10/6/2025), during the center’s internal investigation. Upon completing the internal investigation, the staff member returned to work as the program was unable to substantiate the allegations. • Wake County Smart Start was notified as this concern was in the NC Pre-K classroom. • Interviews were conducted with all staff in the classroom. Statements were provided by staff and shared during the visit today. • The center had a meeting with the parents/child. Documentation of this meeting was shared with me today. • The center was previously in the process of installing cameras before this report, cameras have been installed in classrooms and are available to few if parents request to do so. • The staff member will not be alone with the child referenced in the report. • Ongoing random classroom observations continue to be conducted by administrative staff. The reporter stated the parents wanted it to be very clear that they trust the school and its staff and appreciate how quickly and seriously the facility administrative team responded. The reporter stated the child has been happy at school recently, and the parents have noticed a difference since the new safety measures were put in place. The reporter stated the parents are grateful for the care the school has shown in their response to their concerns. During today’s visit Ms. Girouard walked throughout the childcare spaces and observed the teachers providing age-appropriate, safe and welcoming classroom environments. The staff were observed communicating appropriately with the children and engaged in the children’s activities. The children were observed actively engaged in art activities, playing outside and in the indoor playroom, participating in circle time activities and eating lunch. The teachers were observed involved in activities with the children, sitting on the floor with the children reading books to them and engaged in the block center and singing and dancing with them. The staff were observed talking to the children in an appropriate manner throughout the visit. Staff were observed moving around the indoor and outdoor space while interacting with children in an engaging and appropriate manner. Based on the observations made today, and documentation shared and discussions with staff, I was unable to determine that any incidents of inappropriate care of children had occurred, therefore the allegation related to nurture/care was unsubstantiated. During my walk through of the facility, while in the infant room, it was noted that a teacher in the room for infants was not recording the times she conducted the safe sleep checks. She recorded the time she placed the infant in the crib but did not record the time she conducted the additional sleep checks throughout the child’s nap time. Ms. Girouard reviewed the rules with the infant teacher and confirmed that she understood exactly how the safe sleep checks are required to be completed. One violation was cited; this violation is unrelated to the complaint investigation. Violation Number Comment Rule 871 Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy. The infant teacher is not recording the specific time she conducts each sleep check. 10A NCAC 09 .0606(a) *Today Ms. Girouard discussed the importance of safe sleep documentation and that it provides a clear picture of how the infant was monitored during its nap time and who conducted the safe sleep checks. *Today Ms. Girouard did observe the staff providing a physically safe environment for the children and an emotionally appropriate environment for the children. All of the staff were observed speaking to the children in an age-appropriate tone and maintaining a physically safe space for the children that met both their physical and emotional needs. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before November 10, 2025, Ms. Girouard must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violation cited today was corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Kimberly Girouard PO Box 1184 Wake Forest, NC 27588 Kimberly.Girouard@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Again, your Corrective Action Letter is due no later than November 10, 2025. Feel free to contact Ms. Girouard with any questions regarding today’s visit at Kimberly.girouard@dhhs.nc.gov or 919-602-2582. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: TRIANGLE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003713 Consultant: ANTIONETTE WILLIAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0925-152L Visit Date: 9/23/2025 Number Present: 34 Completed Date: 9/23/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 10:15 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this Unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of childcare requirements at this childcare center. My visit was conducted with you, Miss. Jessica, center director. Allegations were discussed with four staff members. Staff/child ratios, supervision, permit restrictions, and group size complied. The NC Pre-K and Wake Three children were not present due to a planned closure. Allegation regarding broken toys and equipment being used by children: Four staff members stated they do not have any concern regarding broken toys or broken equipment. One staff member explained that if there are items that need to be repaired, she will place them on a repair list and maintenance will come and repair the item. She additionally explained that maintenance comes on a regular basis, but she is unsure of maintenance schedule. Staff members also stated that if small items are broken or need repair in the classroom and the item is of no significance they will either throw the item away or remove the item for repair and replace it with another item. Today I walked throughout the childcare spaces and observed materials and equipment that were in good repair except two pieces of child sized sofa/chair furnishings. These items were documented on the most recent sanitation inspection completed on 9/5/2025. The climbing structures outdoors were in good repair. Based on my observations, sanitation report, and staff reports, this allegation is substantiated. Today you removed both items from the classrooms. This item was corrected during my visit. Allegations regarding someone who overheard a teacher yelling at kids: All staff interviewed stated they have not heard staff yelling or using inappropriate language with children. One staff member stated sometimes staff may elevate their voice because the children in the classroom are so loud and they want to make sure they are heard over the children in the classroom. She explained it is not yelling it's just making sure that she is able to be heard. Today I observed interactions between staff and children during group time activities free play and outdoor play. Staff and children talked to each other, and I did not observe any yelling or elevated voices. Staff talked with children about their activities and children interacted and answered questions regarding what they were discussing. Interactions included discussions about outside weather, what songs to sing, singing songs, a book being read, and children's activities during free play and outdoor time. Staff were observed moving around the indoor and outdoor space while interacting with children. Based on my observations today and staff reports there was not enough information to confirm this allegation. This allegation is unsubstantiated. Allegations regarding sanitation: Staff interviewed today explained that they follow a cleaning schedule. One staff member explained she is making sure that her classroom is constantly clean due to the age of the small children. Another staff member discussed their cleaning practices in detail including cleaning tables, bathrooms, hand washing, and other items. None of the staff members had concerns regarding sanitation throughout the childcare spaces. Today I observed the toys in the classrooms and items were organized in their spaces, on shelves, or in drawers and closet spaces. It appeared that some classrooms had new carpets. I observed staff members cleaning after children were finishing eating snack. I reviewed the most recent sanitation inspection completed on 9/5/25 and discussed the items with you. You explained that maintenance fixed all sinks that needed to be repaired. Furnishings in the room for infants were also clean. Based on my observations, staff reports, and corrections to items listed in the sanitation report there was not enough information to confirm this allegation. This allegation is unsubstantiated. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. A child sized arm chair and a sofa had multiple holes that exposed the inside cushion. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) Today we discussed that exposed foam inside of furnishings may contain harmful chemicals and may break down and become irritant to children. In two classrooms, a child sized sofa and arm chair had holes on the arm rest, back of the chair, and lower area that exposed the inside foam cushion. You removed the items until they are repaired. Feel free to contact me with any questions regarding today’s visit at antionette.williams@dhhs.nc.gov or 919-819-9383. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: TRIANGLE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003713 Consultant: KIMBERLY GIROUARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/22/2025 Number Present: 42 Completed Date: 7/22/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 04:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. A full assessment of child care requirements was conducted. Your program currently operates with a Five-star license and is approved to care for children 0-12 years of age. Today’s visit was conducted with the facility owner Ms. Danelle Morgan and the facility director, Ms. Jessica Garcia. Ms. Garcia accompanied me throughout my walkthrough of the facility today. I monitored five classrooms in use for compliance with staff/child ratios, supervision, capacity, group size and staff interaction/discipline. Two playgrounds were also monitored today. The facility was monitored for health and safety requirements both indoors and outdoors. I observed the children playing outside and engaged in center and circle time. Today, I observed the staff moving about the outdoor environment and classrooms. The staff were observed actively engaged in the children’s activities and providing appropriate supervision. Program requirements were monitored today. All inspections and drills were current. Children and staff records were monitored, and the information was documented on the children’s records form and staff and training worksheets. The facility was licensed on October 26, 2020. Three violations were cited today and must be corrected immediately. Violation Number Comment Rule 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One child file was missing the required Child Medical Report. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. Both playgrounds are in need of mulch. .0605(m)(1-4) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member has been at this facility for more than one year but did not complete all of the required Health & Safety trainings. There are two trainings that still need to be completed. .1102(a) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: *Playground Safety – It is the responsibility of the facility to provide a safe inside and outside environment for the children at all times. During today’s visit I observed insufficient ground cover under the permanent play structures on each playground. This needs to be addressed and corrected immediately. As playground inspections are completed and areas of concern are noted, when items are needing immediate attention, I recommend submitting the required work orders right away so a safe environment is maintained. *Medical Exams - A medical exam is required to be on file within 30 days of enrollment and must have been completed within one year of the date of enrollment. This ensures you have all of the information you need to provide appropriate care for each child and how to proceed with medical attention if the need arises. *Staff files: Record keeping is one of the most time-consuming tasks associated with administering a child care program. It is an important part of licensure. Review staff files often to ensure the program is maintaining accurate licensing records. Organization and completeness of records is important to ensure easy access to information in emergency situations. We discussed making sure that you develop a record keeping system for staff and children’s records that promotes organization and efficiency. Administrative staff must allow time to review all necessary documentation prior to employment of staff to ensure accuracy. Health & Safety Training: a. Complete training in 11 topic areas (not all may apply to your center) b. Document on Health & Safety Training Record (available on DCDEE website) c. After 1st year, complete training in each topic area at least every five years, except for CPR/First Aid (every 2 years) and Safe Sleep Training (every 3 years) *I talked to the toddler room staff and the administrative team about the importance of reminding parents to not leave diapers in the plastic sleeve if they store them in cabinet of the diaper changing table. *RATED LICENSE The facility administrative team is in the process of deciding which Pathway they are going to want to take to renew their childcare license which will be due in October 2026. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for updated information regarding this process. RESOURCES / INFORMATION *Attendance – Currently the facility staff have three places to maintain attendance, a handwritten monthly and daily attendance form and an electronic attendance on the ipad. All areas were found to be in compliance today. It is very important for staff to maintain accurate attendance throughout the day, so they are aware of how many children are present in the event of an emergency and who they need to account for. *I discussed the importance of paying close attention to the temperature to confirm it is safe to take the children outside and for how long they should stay outside. Remember the importance of making sure there is water available for all children and staff and the staff encourage play under shaded areas during the hot summer months. I observed Weather Watch Charts posted throughout the facility today and the staff utilizing them to plan their outdoor play time for the children in their classes. I also suggested the use of a Heat Gun to confirm the temperature on each piece of equipment is safe for the children to use. *ABCMS- As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The administrative team at Triangle Academy Preschool are in the process of setting their portal so the rest of the staff can link themselves to the facility.. *The NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center is a valuable resource where you can find skills-based training and technical assistance from your Child Care Health Consultant on specific medications or health conditions, as well as the new poster on Stand-Up Changing Procedures. Sign up for their quarterly newsletter and find updated resources at www.healthychildcare.unc.edu or 800-367-2229, choose option 1, then 2. *The Healthy Social Behaviors (HSB) Project supports teachers to promote healthy social-emotional development and reduce the expulsion rate among young children in licensed child care centers across North Carolina. Specialists are available with early childhood education backgrounds who are passionate about empowering teachers to develop learning environments and teaching practices that promote prosocial skills in young children. A flier with the challenging behaviors hotline information was provided today. *Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website for child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before August 5, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violation cited today was corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Kimberly Girouard PO Box 1184 Wake Forest, NC 27588 Kimberly.Girouard@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Again, your Corrective Action Letter is due to me no later than August 5, 2025. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact me at 919-602-2582 or Kimberly.Girouard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time throughout today’s visit. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: TRIANGLE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003713 Consultant: KIMBERLY GIROUARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/22/2025 Number Present: 42 Completed Date: 7/22/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 04:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. A full assessment of child care requirements was conducted. Your program currently operates with a Five-star license and is approved to care for children 0-12 years of age. Today’s visit was conducted with the facility owner Ms. Danelle Morgan and the facility director, Ms. Jessica Garcia. Ms. Garcia accompanied me throughout my walkthrough of the facility today. I monitored five classrooms in use for compliance with staff/child ratios, supervision, capacity, group size and staff interaction/discipline. Two playgrounds were also monitored today. The facility was monitored for health and safety requirements both indoors and outdoors. I observed the children playing outside and engaged in center and circle time. Today, I observed the staff moving about the outdoor environment and classrooms. The staff were observed actively engaged in the children’s activities and providing appropriate supervision. Program requirements were monitored today. All inspections and drills were current. Children and staff records were monitored, and the information was documented on the children’s records form and staff and training worksheets. The facility was licensed on October 26, 2020. Three violations were cited today and must be corrected immediately. Violation Number Comment Rule 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One child file was missing the required Child Medical Report. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. Both playgrounds are in need of mulch. .0605(m)(1-4) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member has been at this facility for more than one year but did not complete all of the required Health & Safety trainings. There are two trainings that still need to be completed. .1102(a) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: *Playground Safety – It is the responsibility of the facility to provide a safe inside and outside environment for the children at all times. During today’s visit I observed insufficient ground cover under the permanent play structures on each playground. This needs to be addressed and corrected immediately. As playground inspections are completed and areas of concern are noted, when items are needing immediate attention, I recommend submitting the required work orders right away so a safe environment is maintained. *Medical Exams - A medical exam is required to be on file within 30 days of enrollment and must have been completed within one year of the date of enrollment. This ensures you have all of the information you need to provide appropriate care for each child and how to proceed with medical attention if the need arises. *Staff files: Record keeping is one of the most time-consuming tasks associated with administering a child care program. It is an important part of licensure. Review staff files often to ensure the program is maintaining accurate licensing records. Organization and completeness of records is important to ensure easy access to information in emergency situations. We discussed making sure that you develop a record keeping system for staff and children’s records that promotes organization and efficiency. Administrative staff must allow time to review all necessary documentation prior to employment of staff to ensure accuracy. Health & Safety Training: a. Complete training in 11 topic areas (not all may apply to your center) b. Document on Health & Safety Training Record (available on DCDEE website) c. After 1st year, complete training in each topic area at least every five years, except for CPR/First Aid (every 2 years) and Safe Sleep Training (every 3 years) *I talked to the toddler room staff and the administrative team about the importance of reminding parents to not leave diapers in the plastic sleeve if they store them in cabinet of the diaper changing table. *RATED LICENSE The facility administrative team is in the process of deciding which Pathway they are going to want to take to renew their childcare license which will be due in October 2026. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for updated information regarding this process. RESOURCES / INFORMATION *Attendance – Currently the facility staff have three places to maintain attendance, a handwritten monthly and daily attendance form and an electronic attendance on the ipad. All areas were found to be in compliance today. It is very important for staff to maintain accurate attendance throughout the day, so they are aware of how many children are present in the event of an emergency and who they need to account for. *I discussed the importance of paying close attention to the temperature to confirm it is safe to take the children outside and for how long they should stay outside. Remember the importance of making sure there is water available for all children and staff and the staff encourage play under shaded areas during the hot summer months. I observed Weather Watch Charts posted throughout the facility today and the staff utilizing them to plan their outdoor play time for the children in their classes. I also suggested the use of a Heat Gun to confirm the temperature on each piece of equipment is safe for the children to use. *ABCMS- As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The administrative team at Triangle Academy Preschool are in the process of setting their portal so the rest of the staff can link themselves to the facility.. *The NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center is a valuable resource where you can find skills-based training and technical assistance from your Child Care Health Consultant on specific medications or health conditions, as well as the new poster on Stand-Up Changing Procedures. Sign up for their quarterly newsletter and find updated resources at www.healthychildcare.unc.edu or 800-367-2229, choose option 1, then 2. *The Healthy Social Behaviors (HSB) Project supports teachers to promote healthy social-emotional development and reduce the expulsion rate among young children in licensed child care centers across North Carolina. Specialists are available with early childhood education backgrounds who are passionate about empowering teachers to develop learning environments and teaching practices that promote prosocial skills in young children. A flier with the challenging behaviors hotline information was provided today. *Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website for child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before August 5, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violation cited today was corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Kimberly Girouard PO Box 1184 Wake Forest, NC 27588 Kimberly.Girouard@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Again, your Corrective Action Letter is due to me no later than August 5, 2025. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact me at 919-602-2582 or Kimberly.Girouard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time throughout today’s visit. 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: TRIANGLE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003713 Consultant: KIMBERLY GIROUARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/22/2025 Number Present: 42 Completed Date: 7/22/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 04:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. A full assessment of child care requirements was conducted. Your program currently operates with a Five-star license and is approved to care for children 0-12 years of age. Today’s visit was conducted with the facility owner Ms. Danelle Morgan and the facility director, Ms. Jessica Garcia. Ms. Garcia accompanied me throughout my walkthrough of the facility today. I monitored five classrooms in use for compliance with staff/child ratios, supervision, capacity, group size and staff interaction/discipline. Two playgrounds were also monitored today. The facility was monitored for health and safety requirements both indoors and outdoors. I observed the children playing outside and engaged in center and circle time. Today, I observed the staff moving about the outdoor environment and classrooms. The staff were observed actively engaged in the children’s activities and providing appropriate supervision. Program requirements were monitored today. All inspections and drills were current. Children and staff records were monitored, and the information was documented on the children’s records form and staff and training worksheets. The facility was licensed on October 26, 2020. Three violations were cited today and must be corrected immediately. Violation Number Comment Rule 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One child file was missing the required Child Medical Report. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. Both playgrounds are in need of mulch. .0605(m)(1-4) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member has been at this facility for more than one year but did not complete all of the required Health & Safety trainings. There are two trainings that still need to be completed. .1102(a) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: *Playground Safety – It is the responsibility of the facility to provide a safe inside and outside environment for the children at all times. During today’s visit I observed insufficient ground cover under the permanent play structures on each playground. This needs to be addressed and corrected immediately. As playground inspections are completed and areas of concern are noted, when items are needing immediate attention, I recommend submitting the required work orders right away so a safe environment is maintained. *Medical Exams - A medical exam is required to be on file within 30 days of enrollment and must have been completed within one year of the date of enrollment. This ensures you have all of the information you need to provide appropriate care for each child and how to proceed with medical attention if the need arises. *Staff files: Record keeping is one of the most time-consuming tasks associated with administering a child care program. It is an important part of licensure. Review staff files often to ensure the program is maintaining accurate licensing records. Organization and completeness of records is important to ensure easy access to information in emergency situations. We discussed making sure that you develop a record keeping system for staff and children’s records that promotes organization and efficiency. Administrative staff must allow time to review all necessary documentation prior to employment of staff to ensure accuracy. Health & Safety Training: a. Complete training in 11 topic areas (not all may apply to your center) b. Document on Health & Safety Training Record (available on DCDEE website) c. After 1st year, complete training in each topic area at least every five years, except for CPR/First Aid (every 2 years) and Safe Sleep Training (every 3 years) *I talked to the toddler room staff and the administrative team about the importance of reminding parents to not leave diapers in the plastic sleeve if they store them in cabinet of the diaper changing table. *RATED LICENSE The facility administrative team is in the process of deciding which Pathway they are going to want to take to renew their childcare license which will be due in October 2026. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for updated information regarding this process. RESOURCES / INFORMATION *Attendance – Currently the facility staff have three places to maintain attendance, a handwritten monthly and daily attendance form and an electronic attendance on the ipad. All areas were found to be in compliance today. It is very important for staff to maintain accurate attendance throughout the day, so they are aware of how many children are present in the event of an emergency and who they need to account for. *I discussed the importance of paying close attention to the temperature to confirm it is safe to take the children outside and for how long they should stay outside. Remember the importance of making sure there is water available for all children and staff and the staff encourage play under shaded areas during the hot summer months. I observed Weather Watch Charts posted throughout the facility today and the staff utilizing them to plan their outdoor play time for the children in their classes. I also suggested the use of a Heat Gun to confirm the temperature on each piece of equipment is safe for the children to use. *ABCMS- As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The administrative team at Triangle Academy Preschool are in the process of setting their portal so the rest of the staff can link themselves to the facility.. *The NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center is a valuable resource where you can find skills-based training and technical assistance from your Child Care Health Consultant on specific medications or health conditions, as well as the new poster on Stand-Up Changing Procedures. Sign up for their quarterly newsletter and find updated resources at www.healthychildcare.unc.edu or 800-367-2229, choose option 1, then 2. *The Healthy Social Behaviors (HSB) Project supports teachers to promote healthy social-emotional development and reduce the expulsion rate among young children in licensed child care centers across North Carolina. Specialists are available with early childhood education backgrounds who are passionate about empowering teachers to develop learning environments and teaching practices that promote prosocial skills in young children. A flier with the challenging behaviors hotline information was provided today. *Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website for child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before August 5, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violation cited today was corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Kimberly Girouard PO Box 1184 Wake Forest, NC 27588 Kimberly.Girouard@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Again, your Corrective Action Letter is due to me no later than August 5, 2025. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact me at 919-602-2582 or Kimberly.Girouard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time throughout today’s visit. 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 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: TRIANGLE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003713 Consultant: KIMBERLY GIROUARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/3/2025 Number Present: 46 Completed Date: 4/3/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 11:30 AM Time Out: 03:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during a Routine Unannounced visit. Triangle Academy Preschool operates with a Five (5) Star Child Care License issued on October 23, 2023. Director, Jessica Garcia and Assistant Director, Christina Harrell were present at the facility today and accompanied me throughout my visit. INSPECTIONS I reviewed required inspections including fire drills, emergency drills, fire and sanitation inspections and playground inspections. All reports were found to be in compliance. CORPORATION STATUS Your current corporation status is listed as “Current-Active” on the North Carolina Secretary of State Website. MONITORING During today’s visit, a partial assessment was conducted, monitoring all space occupied by the children. Staff qualifications were discussed and reviewed. Six new staff files were reviewed today. All spaces were monitored for supervision, staff/child ratios, staff/child interactions, materials, equipment and required postings. OBSERVATIONS I completed a walk-through of the facility. At the time of the visit, there were a total of 46 children present between the ages of 0yrs-5yrs. The children were observed eating lunch, engaged in indoor activities, and going down for nap. The staff were observed engaged in the children’s activities while providing appropriate supervision. During today’s visit the director informed me they currently do not have any school age children enrolled and are not using the facility bus. Two violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 895 Infants under the age of 12 months were not placed on their backs for sleeping unless the center had obtained the appropriate written waiver. One staff member was found to be documenting that she was placing infants on their side when going down for nap and there was no Written Waiver on file approving this. .0606(a)(1)(A-B) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One new employee had a medical report on file that was two years old and was not completed within one year of employment as required. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE *During today’s visit I observed safe sleep documentation that was not being completed correctly. I discussed with the infant staff the importance of always documenting that infants are placed on their back when being placed in their crib for nap time, unless there is a Written Waiver on file, signed by the child’s parent/legal guardian. This includes if the infant rolls onto their tummy or side when being placed down for nap. By documenting tummy or side when the infant is being placed in the crib for the first time, the care giver is stating they purposefully placed the infant on their tummy or side when placing them in the crib for nap time. Sleep checks should tell a clear story of how the infant was initially placed in the crib when going down for nap and the time the infant went down for nap, each position the infant was observed in during each sleep check conducted by the infant room staff, and when the infant woke up. I suggested that if an infant does not nap on any given day, that the infant room staff document on their safe sleep chart, NO NAP, on that specific day or if an infant is absent on any given day that the staff record absent on the day. *Staff medical information: New hires are required to provide a physical form completed by a licensed medical professional (i.e. doctor, P.A., nurse, etc). The physical must be completed within one year of the employees’ start date. Federal law also requires that an employer keeps all medical information confidential and in separate medical files. Any staff medical statements, any proof of tuberculosis test or screening, and any completed health questionnaires must be included in a staff member's medical file, which must be maintained separately from that staff member's individual personnel file. The most current health forms can be accessed on the DCDEE website by clicking on the following link: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms. REMINDERS *Staff files: Record keeping is one of the most time-consuming tasks associated with administering a childcare program. It is an important part of licensure. Review staff files often to ensure the program maintains accurate licensing records. Organization and completeness of records is important to ensure easy access to information in emergency situations. We discussed making sure that you develop a record keeping system for staff and children’s records that promotes organization and efficiency. Administrative staff must allow time to review all necessary documentation prior to employment of staff to ensure accuracy. As an administrator, it is your responsibility to review all employment documentation and verify that the required documents are received within the specified time frame. Using a checklist to check and date receipt of documents will help you track employment documents. A staff file checklist is available on the DCDEE website under the Provider tab and provider documents link. It is recommended that you have this check list at the front of every staff members personnel file to confirm all required documents are present in the file in the timeframe required. *Medical Action Plans - The maintenance of these plans and the ability to implement such plans for the treatment of reactions are essential. It is important to remember that a medical action plan must be attached to the child’s application for enrollment, completed by the child's parent or a health care professional and must be updated on an annual basis. Permission to administer emergency medications must be updated every 6 months by the parent. I suggested to the director and assistant director that they review the names of all enrolled children who have emergency medications at every staff meeting to provide a constant reminder to everyone in the building. RATED LICENSE UPDATE The Third editions of the ECERS & ITERS, are now being used for official assessments; these scales all have a spiral binding on the top. More information about these versions is posted on the NCRLAP and DCDEE websites. I recommend you begin becoming familiar with the new measures so you can properly prepare for future assessments. I recommended the administrative team reach out to Wake County Smart Start or Early Years (formerly Child Care Services) prepare for the upcoming Rated License process. RESOURCES *The NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center is a valuable resource where you can find skills-based training and technical assistance from your Child Care Health Consultant on specific medications or health conditions, as well as the new poster on Stand-Up Changing Procedures. Sign up for their quarterly newsletter and find updated resources at www.healthychildcare.unc.edu or 800-367-2229, choose option 1, then 2. *The Healthy Social Behaviors (HSB) Project supports teachers to promote healthy social-emotional development and reduce the expulsion rate among young children in licensed childcare centers across North Carolina. Specialists are available with early childhood education backgrounds who are passionate about empowering teachers to develop learning environments and teaching practices that promote prosocial skills in young children. A flier with the challenging behaviors hotline information was provided today. *Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website for childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Please submit a corrective action letter for the violation cited during today's visit. While the Division allows you time to explain how you have corrected violations when they are documented, it is expected that you will correct all violations immediately. Your corrective action letter must include the following: Name of your program, Id number of your program, Date of Letter, Violation(s) number(s), and How and When each violation was corrected. Your letter is due no later than April 17, 2025, and should be emailed to Kimberly Girouard at Kimberly.Girouard@dhhs.nc.gov. CONTACT INFORMATION Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact me by phone at 919-602-2582 or email at Kimberly.Girouard@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: TRIANGLE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003713 Consultant: KIMBERLY GIROUARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1224-242L Visit Date: 1/3/2025 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 1/3/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 345 Time In: 11:15 AM Time Out: 05:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this visit was to investigate allegations of non-compliance with the NC Child Care Requirements. A report was received by the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) on December 18,2024 regarding concerns related to inadequate supervision, infant feeding schedules not being followed, sanitation and health in the infant classroom and children’s records. I, Kimberly Girouard, received the report on December 18, 2024. This was an anonymous report with no contact phone number or email address provided to discuss additional information. I arrived at the facility at 11:15 am on the morning of January 3, 2025, and was greeted by the facility director, Ms. Garcia and the facility assistant director, Ms. Harrell. I informed the administrative team of the reason for my visit and began my walkthrough of the facility. Both Ms. Garcia and Ms. Harrell accompanied me throughout my visit today. Allegation #1 A concern related to supervision was emailed in the complaint report received by the Division of Child Development and Early Education on December 18, 2024. There is a concern regarding inadequate supervision at this facility, Triangle Academy Preschool. In the complaint report received on December 18, 2024, the anonymous reporter stated two children were observed unattended in the front office. The reporter did not state the date this was observed. The facility does not have video cameras in the building. When I asked staff if anyone had observed any children unattended in the front office or anywhere in the facility, I was told “no”. Throughout my walkthrough of the facility today I observed staff engaged in the children’s activities, eating lunch with the children, and moving about the classrooms. No children were observed unsupervised today. Supervision was found to be in compliance throughout my visit today. Based on my discussions with the facility staff, and my observations during today’s visit, the allegation regarding inadequate supervision was found to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. Allegation #2 A concern related to infant feeding schedules not being followed was emailed in the complaint report received by the Division of Child Development and Early Education on December 18, 2024. During my walkthrough of the Infant classroom, I observed Infant Feeding Schedules up to date and posted in the classroom. I interviewed the lead teacher, Ms. Siddiqui and she walked me through the protocol she follows to keep the parents of the infants enrolled in her class up to date on what their children eat while in her care. I also observed the lead teacher, Ms. Siddiqui following the feeding schedules for the infants present during today’s visit. I conducted spot checks of the High Mama app. the facility staff use to communicate with parents throughout the day and I observed notes uploaded to each infant’s High Mamma app that included what time each infant ate on a given day, what they ate and the amount they ate. Based on my discussions with the facility staff, my observations in the classroom and documentation sent to parents through the High Mama app., the allegation regarding infant feeding schedules not being followed was found to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. Allegation #3 A concern related to sanitation and health in the infant classroom was emailed in the complaint report received by the Division of Child Development and Early Education on December 18, 2024. The reporter that initiated this complaint stated a concern regarding cleaning and sanitizing of the infant room. The reporter stated one infant caught pink eye within two days of being in care at the facility. When interviewing the Director, Ms. Garcia and the Assistant Director, Ms. Harrell, they informed me the normal infant teacher had been off for the month of December and that they were filling in for her during her absence. Both Ms. Garcia and Ms. Harrell stated they did have to send one infant home, that had just started for possible pinkeye and the child’s parent called to inform Ms. Garcia that the child did have pink eye. This specific child has not returned and the parent’s of this child sent an email to the facility director informing her that they would be disenrolling and called and spoke to the assistant director, Ms. Harrell that they would be disenrolling their child. One more child from the infant classroom was also diagnosed with pink eye soon after the first diagnosis and has remained out of care over the holiday break. During my walkthrough of the infant room today, I found the room to be clean and in order. I observed infant beds sanitized, a bucket for mouthed toys to be sanitized before being used by children, the floors were clean, and toys were organized. I also observed a cleaning list of items that are required to be competed each day and the infant teacher, Ms. Siddiqui, stated she does complete the list at the end of each day. Based on my discussions with the infant room teacher, Ms. Siddiqui, and my observations of the infant classroom, the allegation regarding the infant room not being a healthy, sanitized environment for the infants to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. Allegation #4 A concern related to children’s records was emailed in the complaint report received by the Division of Child Development and Early Education on December 18, 2024. The reporter stated in her complaint report to DCDEE that immunization records were not requested for the reporter’s child. Based on the allegation that the reporter was never requested to submit the child’s immunization records a file review was conducted today for all of the infants enrolled. One infant was present for three days and this infant’s parent had 30 days to provide immunization documentation to the facility. The second infant has been enrolled for five (5) months and the file was not available for review during today’s visit. Based on my discussions with the administrative team and my observations of the files of the enrolled infants, the allegation regarding children’s records was found to be SUBSTANTIATED. The following violation was cited during today's visit and must be corrected immediately. Violation Number Comment Rule 1328 Children's records were not made available for review. During today's visit one child in the infant classroom did not have a file available for review. G.S. 110-91(9) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Technical assistance was provided to the director, Ms. Garcia and the assistant director, Ms. Harrell discussing the importance of all required documentation being available at all times for review. The Child File checklist found on the DCDEE website shows all required documents and the timeframe they are required to be on file. In order to maintain compliance moving forward I recommended the facility administrative team use the Child File checklist and confirm every child currently enrolled has this checklist at the front of their file and each document required is checked to confirm each file is complete. Record keeping is one of the most time-consuming tasks associated with administering a child care program. It is an important part of licensure. Review children’s files often to ensure the program is maintaining accurate licensing records. Organization and completeness of records is important to ensure easy access to information in emergency situations. We discussed making sure that you develop a record keeping system for children’s records that promotes organization and efficiency. Administrative staff must allow time to review all necessary documentation prior to enrollment to ensure accuracy and complete files for all children enrolled. Please submit a corrective action letter for the above violations. While the Division allows you time to explain how you have corrected violations when they are documented, it is expected that you correct all violations immediately. Your corrective action letter must include the following: Name of your program, Id number of your program, Date of Letter, Violation(s) number(s), and How and When each violation was corrected. Your letter is due no later than January 17, 2025, and should be emailed to Kimberly Girouard at Kimberly.Girouard@dhhs.nc.gov. CONTACT INFORMATION Should you have any questions, please contact me by phone at 919-602-2582 or email at Kimberly.Girouard@dhhs.nc.gov. You can also contact my supervisor Michele Remington at by email at Michele.Remington@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: TRIANGLE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003713 Consultant: SCOTT MOORE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/6/2023 Number Present: 55 Completed Date: 9/6/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 115 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 10:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements during your Annual Compliance visit. Applicable childcare requirements and the inspection was discussed with Administrator, Tawanna Beasley and Administrator/Owner J Morgan. Currently this facility operates with a 1 star license effective 4/26/21. During inspection NCRLAP was assessing a room of the facility for rated license. The governing body for the operation was observed to be active on the Secretary of State website under SoS# 2013953. During the visit I monitored the indoor and outdoor spaces used for child care. I observed children during routine activities. I observed whole group activities and free play activities. Children were observed playing outside during outdoor play with adequate supervision. Age appropriate materials and equipment was accessible to all children. The facility was monitored for compliance using the annual compliance monitoring checklist. I also monitored, permit restrictions, posting requirements, training requirements, use of approved space, program records, and nutrition. 5 children's records were reviewed and staff records were reviewed along with the staff and training worksheet. The last fire inspection was completed 9/20/22. The last fire drill was completed on 8/11/23. The last shelter-in-place drill was completed 7/17/23. The operation's EPR plan was last updated 4/5/23. Diaper creams and suntan lotions were observed to have permissions in all rooms. 2 diaper creams were observed to have expired permissions. Sleep checks were observed to be completed and documented appropriately. No emergency medication was observed throughout the operation. Transportation is not offered. I observed 1 violation during this inspection. Violation Number Comment Rule 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. Two diaper cream authorizations were observed to have expired. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed by September 18, 2023 stating that all violations have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to scott.moore@dhhs.nc.gov or mailed to: Scott Moore 5 Seawell Ct Durham, NC 27703 If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by September 18, 2023 you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today's visit may negatively impact your compliance score. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE At the Administrator's request the weather watch information sheet was emailed during inspection due to outside temperature concerns this afternoon. Your fire inspection is due soon. Please reach out to the Fire Marshall to ensure the inspection is completed timely. It's good practice to have caregivers check their diaper cream and suntan lotion permission forms monthly to ensure the permission to administer is current and any unused items are sent home timely. All background checks are now valid for 5 years as of July 2022. Please amend your current letters on file by adding 2 years to the letter's listed expiration date. If you have any questions or concerns I can be reached at scott.moore@dhhs.nc.gov or 984-389-7839. 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