Rashkis Elementary Pre-K/Head Start

10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: RASHKIS ELEMENTARY PRE-K/HEAD START Facility ID: 68000338 Consultant: CAROLINE SYKES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2026 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 3/11/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 11:35 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for applicable Child Care Requirements. The facility currently operates with a Five Star Child Care License that was issued on June 7, 2019. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on April 9, 2025. Upon arrival, I signed in at the school’s main office and then proceeded to the preschool classrooms where I was greeted by the staff. Children were observed engaging in outdoor play, transitioning inside, preparing for and eating lunch, and napping. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 1, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. During today’s visit, a full assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. The following violations were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Three of the children's files reviewed did not contain written documentation that receipt of the summary of NC Child Care Law was received. GS 110-102 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. The medication permission form for one medication in space 2 had expired and an updated form was not completed or medication sent home. .0803(12) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. One staff member's file was not available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. Three of the children's files reviewed did not contain parent's signed receipt of operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. None of the children's files reviewed contained information regarding the child's health care professional. .0802(c)(2) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. Three of the children's files reviewed did not contain signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy was received and explained at enrollment. .1804(c) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. Three children's files did not contain the parent's statement. .1804(b) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. Three children's files reviewed during the visit did not have a signed statement acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(b)(1-6) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A Corrective Action Letter must be drafted and sent to me by March 25, 2026. You can email the letter to me at caroline.sykes@dhhs.nc.gov The letter should include: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number If a compliance letter is not received to my office by 5:00 PM March 25, 2026, a return visit may be conducted to ensure the violations cited have been corrected or addressed. Additional violation may be documented if each violation has not been properly corrected or otherwise addressed. Please be aware that any information received during this monitoring visit and any violations cited may be included in any future administrative actions. Violations of child care requirements, particularly repeated violations, could result in a civil penalty and/or administrative action that could jeopardize the status of the license for the child care facility. You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: A violation was cited regarding one staff member ‘s file not being available for review. We discussed the importance of required onsite records for all staff to be available at all times for review. A violation was cited regarding a medication permission form expiring. We discussed the importance of ensuring medication forms are kept up to date so that current information is available if and when needed. Violations were cited regarding children’s files. The following documents must be included in the children’s files- A signed and dated statement by parents acknowledging receipt of Summary of the Child Care Laws and Rules Acknowledgement by parents of receipt and discussion of operational policies Signed and dated acknowledgement by parents of receipt of the discipline policy Signed and dated acknowledgment by parents of Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. The acknowledgement of receipt of these documents should be in each child’s file. A violation was cited regarding missing emergency medical care information including the responsible party’s choice of health care professional. It is important that this information be included in the child’s file in the event an emergency arises. RATED LICENSE INFORMATION: We discussed the QRIS Pathways to the Stars. The program will apply for Pathway 3 using their Head Start certification. I have received the application, staff and child ratio form and Request for Accreditation and Head Start Pathway form. I will submit the rated license packet for review. Once approved, your new license should arrive in the mail. RESOURCES: -The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format as well. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. -For other upcoming training opportunities please visit the Early Years website at: earlyyearsnc.org -Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. -For information on recalls regarding children’s products, food, medicine, and other products please visit www.recalls.gov . You can also sign up for e-mail alerts for recalled products at this site. If you have questions or concerns, please contact me at caroline.sykes@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 336-266-4938. 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: RASHKIS ELEMENTARY PRE-K/HEAD START Facility ID: 68000338 Consultant: CAROLINE SYKES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2026 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 3/11/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 11:35 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for applicable Child Care Requirements. The facility currently operates with a Five Star Child Care License that was issued on June 7, 2019. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on April 9, 2025. Upon arrival, I signed in at the school’s main office and then proceeded to the preschool classrooms where I was greeted by the staff. Children were observed engaging in outdoor play, transitioning inside, preparing for and eating lunch, and napping. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 1, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. During today’s visit, a full assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. The following violations were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Three of the children's files reviewed did not contain written documentation that receipt of the summary of NC Child Care Law was received. GS 110-102 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. The medication permission form for one medication in space 2 had expired and an updated form was not completed or medication sent home. .0803(12) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. One staff member's file was not available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. Three of the children's files reviewed did not contain parent's signed receipt of operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. None of the children's files reviewed contained information regarding the child's health care professional. .0802(c)(2) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. Three of the children's files reviewed did not contain signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy was received and explained at enrollment. .1804(c) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. Three children's files did not contain the parent's statement. .1804(b) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. Three children's files reviewed during the visit did not have a signed statement acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(b)(1-6) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A Corrective Action Letter must be drafted and sent to me by March 25, 2026. You can email the letter to me at caroline.sykes@dhhs.nc.gov The letter should include: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number If a compliance letter is not received to my office by 5:00 PM March 25, 2026, a return visit may be conducted to ensure the violations cited have been corrected or addressed. Additional violation may be documented if each violation has not been properly corrected or otherwise addressed. Please be aware that any information received during this monitoring visit and any violations cited may be included in any future administrative actions. Violations of child care requirements, particularly repeated violations, could result in a civil penalty and/or administrative action that could jeopardize the status of the license for the child care facility. You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: A violation was cited regarding one staff member ‘s file not being available for review. We discussed the importance of required onsite records for all staff to be available at all times for review. A violation was cited regarding a medication permission form expiring. We discussed the importance of ensuring medication forms are kept up to date so that current information is available if and when needed. Violations were cited regarding children’s files. The following documents must be included in the children’s files- A signed and dated statement by parents acknowledging receipt of Summary of the Child Care Laws and Rules Acknowledgement by parents of receipt and discussion of operational policies Signed and dated acknowledgement by parents of receipt of the discipline policy Signed and dated acknowledgment by parents of Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. The acknowledgement of receipt of these documents should be in each child’s file. A violation was cited regarding missing emergency medical care information including the responsible party’s choice of health care professional. It is important that this information be included in the child’s file in the event an emergency arises. RATED LICENSE INFORMATION: We discussed the QRIS Pathways to the Stars. The program will apply for Pathway 3 using their Head Start certification. I have received the application, staff and child ratio form and Request for Accreditation and Head Start Pathway form. I will submit the rated license packet for review. Once approved, your new license should arrive in the mail. RESOURCES: -The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format as well. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. -For other upcoming training opportunities please visit the Early Years website at: earlyyearsnc.org -Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. -For information on recalls regarding children’s products, food, medicine, and other products please visit www.recalls.gov . You can also sign up for e-mail alerts for recalled products at this site. If you have questions or concerns, please contact me at caroline.sykes@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 336-266-4938. 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 110-102 · Violation

Name of Operation: RASHKIS ELEMENTARY PRE-K/HEAD START Facility ID: 68000338 Consultant: CAROLINE SYKES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2026 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 3/11/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 11:35 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for applicable Child Care Requirements. The facility currently operates with a Five Star Child Care License that was issued on June 7, 2019. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on April 9, 2025. Upon arrival, I signed in at the school’s main office and then proceeded to the preschool classrooms where I was greeted by the staff. Children were observed engaging in outdoor play, transitioning inside, preparing for and eating lunch, and napping. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 1, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. During today’s visit, a full assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. The following violations were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Three of the children's files reviewed did not contain written documentation that receipt of the summary of NC Child Care Law was received. GS 110-102 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. The medication permission form for one medication in space 2 had expired and an updated form was not completed or medication sent home. .0803(12) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. One staff member's file was not available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. Three of the children's files reviewed did not contain parent's signed receipt of operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. None of the children's files reviewed contained information regarding the child's health care professional. .0802(c)(2) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. Three of the children's files reviewed did not contain signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy was received and explained at enrollment. .1804(c) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. Three children's files did not contain the parent's statement. .1804(b) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. Three children's files reviewed during the visit did not have a signed statement acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(b)(1-6) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A Corrective Action Letter must be drafted and sent to me by March 25, 2026. You can email the letter to me at caroline.sykes@dhhs.nc.gov The letter should include: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number If a compliance letter is not received to my office by 5:00 PM March 25, 2026, a return visit may be conducted to ensure the violations cited have been corrected or addressed. Additional violation may be documented if each violation has not been properly corrected or otherwise addressed. Please be aware that any information received during this monitoring visit and any violations cited may be included in any future administrative actions. Violations of child care requirements, particularly repeated violations, could result in a civil penalty and/or administrative action that could jeopardize the status of the license for the child care facility. You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: A violation was cited regarding one staff member ‘s file not being available for review. We discussed the importance of required onsite records for all staff to be available at all times for review. A violation was cited regarding a medication permission form expiring. We discussed the importance of ensuring medication forms are kept up to date so that current information is available if and when needed. Violations were cited regarding children’s files. The following documents must be included in the children’s files- A signed and dated statement by parents acknowledging receipt of Summary of the Child Care Laws and Rules Acknowledgement by parents of receipt and discussion of operational policies Signed and dated acknowledgement by parents of receipt of the discipline policy Signed and dated acknowledgment by parents of Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. The acknowledgement of receipt of these documents should be in each child’s file. A violation was cited regarding missing emergency medical care information including the responsible party’s choice of health care professional. It is important that this information be included in the child’s file in the event an emergency arises. RATED LICENSE INFORMATION: We discussed the QRIS Pathways to the Stars. The program will apply for Pathway 3 using their Head Start certification. I have received the application, staff and child ratio form and Request for Accreditation and Head Start Pathway form. I will submit the rated license packet for review. Once approved, your new license should arrive in the mail. RESOURCES: -The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format as well. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. -For other upcoming training opportunities please visit the Early Years website at: earlyyearsnc.org -Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. -For information on recalls regarding children’s products, food, medicine, and other products please visit www.recalls.gov . You can also sign up for e-mail alerts for recalled products at this site. If you have questions or concerns, please contact me at caroline.sykes@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 336-266-4938. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: RASHKIS ELEMENTARY PRE-K/HEAD START Facility ID: 68000338 Consultant: CAROLINE SYKES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/1/2025 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 10/1/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 60 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for applicable Child Care Requirements. The facility currently operates with a Five Star Child Care License that was issued on June 7, 2019. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on April 9, 2025. Upon arrival, I signed in at the school’s main office and then proceeded to the preschool classrooms where I was greeted by the staff. Children were observed engaging in indoor and outdoor play activities. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. The following violation was observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The bottom of the fence bordering the playground is not connected and is free hanging. There is a large hole under the right side of the playground gate. The disconnected fence and hole are safety concerns. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) The above violation must be corrected immediately. A Corrective Action Letter must be drafted and sent to me by October 15, 2025. You can email the letter to me at caroline.sykes@dhhs.nc.gov The letter should include: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number If a compliance letter is not received to my office by 5:00 PM October 15, 2025, a return visit may be conducted to ensure the violations cited have been corrected or addressed. Additional violation may be documented if each violation has not been properly corrected or otherwise addressed. Please be aware that any information received during this monitoring visit and any violations cited may be included in any future administrative actions. Violations of child care requirements, particularly repeated violations, could result in a civil penalty and/or administrative action that could jeopardize the status of the license for the child care facility. You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: A violation was cited regarding safety hazards on the outdoor learning environment. It is important that all spaces be kept free of hazards to ensure safety for all children while spaces are in use. RESOURCES: -The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. -For other upcoming training opportunities please visit the Early Years website at: earlyyearsnc.org -Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. -For information on recalls regarding children’s products, food, medicine, and other products please visit www.recalls.gov . You can also sign up for e-mail alerts for recalled products at this site. -Once QRIS is implemented, you will receive information from DCDEE regarding the new pathways for licensure and your timeframe for completing your license renewal. The NCRLAP website, https://ncrlap.org, has trainings geared towards the new FCCERS3, ITERS3 and ECERS3 assessment scales. These will introduce you to the updated assessment scale and provide tips for completing the new scale. If you have questions, please contact me at 336-266-4938 or by e-mail at caroline.sykes@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