Auntie Mammie'S Daycare

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/16/2026 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 4/16/2026 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 121 Time In: 09:59 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced follow-up visit was to follow-up to the violations cited on March 9, 2026. I was greeted by Owner/operator Ms. Agnes Remmie. There were no children present during the visit. The following violations were documented during the March 9, 2026 annual compliance/unannounced visit was monitored for compliance during this visit: -Item #106-Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection was not conducted by January 22, 2026; last conducted January 22, 2025. Item #106 was not confirmed corrected during the visit (REPEAT VIOLATION). -Item #805-Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The fire drills were not completed for November 2025 and for December 2025. Item #805 was confirmed corrected. The provider did not have drills documented on the log as complete. Drills conducted on January 6, 2026, and February 13, 2026 were not observed documented during the visit on March 9, 2026. Item #805 was confirmed corrected during the visit. Fire drills were observed conducted on January 6, 2026, February 13, 2026, and March 16, 2026. Item #1052-Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Ms. Remmie only had two (2) hours of the eight (8) hours required for ongoing training. Training of six (6) hours of ongoing training was not verified during the visit (REPEAT VIOLATION). Item #1811-Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-in-place was not conducted in January 2026; last conducted October 10, 2025. Item #1811 was confirmed corrected during the visit; the drill that was not documented on the log was documented as complete as of January 6, 2026. A drill was observed completed on the log on March 16, 2026. Item #1867-The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Surfacing (mulch is needed) under sliding board. Item #1867 was confirmed corrected during the visit; adequate mulch was observed in the outdoor play area. Item #9999-A violation was found for which there is no item number.15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL (a) Animals that are not contained in a cage or restrained on a leash, except those used in supervised activities or pet therapy programs, shall not be allowed in a child care center, including the outdoor learning environment. When animals are on the child care center premises, copies of each animal's vaccination records shall be available for review upon request during a sanitation inspection of the child care center. Any animals kept at the child care center as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from pests and pathogens that could adversely affect human health. Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept as pets on the child care center premises. Animals shall not be allowed in or kept at the entrances to food preparation areas. Animal cages shall be kept clean and animal waste materials shall be bagged, sealed, and immediately disposed of in the child care center's exterior garbage area in a covered container. Animals belonging to child care center owners, employees, volunteers, visitors, and children shall not be allowed in child care centers or on the premises unless the requirements set forth in this Paragraph are met. The operator did not have a copy of a current rabies vaccination on file for for the pet; no record was on file. Item #9999 was confirmed corrected; paperwork provided for vaccine valid for three (3) years to October 13, 2026. The following REPEAT VIOLATIONS were cited during the visit: -Item #106-Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. An approved fire inspection was not on file. -Item #1052-Ms. Remmie has not completed six (6) hours needed for ongoing training. Two (2) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. An approved fire inspection was not on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Ms. Remmie has not completed six (6) hours needed for ongoing training. .1103(a) -An Administrative Action may be issued for the fire inspection report. -Once violations have been corrected, you will be able to proceed with QRIS Pathway 2. I will have to verified that training was completed on the current approved curriculum (Creative), during the future rated license visit. 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 April 30, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -On April 1, 2026, the assigned Fire Inspector, T. Green, sent an email to Ms. Remmie stating that the invoice payment was past due; the invoice was attached to the email. Mr. Green stated that once payment is made the form will be sent to the state. Ms. Remmie stated that she paid the fire inspection fee that was due in order for the fire inspection report to be provided. Fire Inspection Reports must be mailed or emailed to child care consultant within in one (1) week of the inspection: • 10A NCAC 09 .0304 ON-GOING REQUIREMENTS FOR A LICENSE: (a). Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center’s previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the precious fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center’s annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. -Ongoing training hours must be completed annually. Ms. Remmie had two (2) hours to carry over from 2025, and six (6) hours of ongoing training are needed. Ongoing training hours are based on education and experience (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(a). Ms. Remmie stated that she has contacted Child Care Resources Inc., for training. -Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a)). -Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://www.ncrlap.org/, for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with QRIS tools. -Ms. Remmie was informed that her pet's current three (3) year Rabies Vaccine will expired on October 13, 2026. Pet vaccinations are required to be update to date and on file according to 15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL: (a) Animals that are not contained in a cage or restrained on a leash, except those used in supervised activities or pet therapy programs, shall not be allowed in a child care center, including the outdoor learning environment. When animals are on the child care center premises, copies of each animal's vaccination records shall be available for review upon request during a sanitation inspection of the child care center. Any animals kept at the child care center as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from pests and pathogens that could adversely affect human health. Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept as pets on the child care center premises. Animals shall not be allowed in or kept at the entrances to food preparation areas. Animal cages shall be kept clean and animal waste materials shall be bagged, sealed, and immediately disposed of in the child care center's exterior garbage area in a covered container. Animals belonging to child care center owners, employees, volunteers, visitors, and children shall not be allowed in child care centers or on the premises unless the requirements set forth in this Paragraph are met. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact Child Child Care Consultant Deanna Matthews at Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov, or 704-962-7854, or contact Lead Child Care Consultant Amy Italiano at Amy.Italiano@dhhs.nc.gov, or at 704-936-6065. 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 .1103 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/16/2026 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 4/16/2026 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 121 Time In: 09:59 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced follow-up visit was to follow-up to the violations cited on March 9, 2026. I was greeted by Owner/operator Ms. Agnes Remmie. There were no children present during the visit. The following violations were documented during the March 9, 2026 annual compliance/unannounced visit was monitored for compliance during this visit: -Item #106-Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection was not conducted by January 22, 2026; last conducted January 22, 2025. Item #106 was not confirmed corrected during the visit (REPEAT VIOLATION). -Item #805-Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The fire drills were not completed for November 2025 and for December 2025. Item #805 was confirmed corrected. The provider did not have drills documented on the log as complete. Drills conducted on January 6, 2026, and February 13, 2026 were not observed documented during the visit on March 9, 2026. Item #805 was confirmed corrected during the visit. Fire drills were observed conducted on January 6, 2026, February 13, 2026, and March 16, 2026. Item #1052-Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Ms. Remmie only had two (2) hours of the eight (8) hours required for ongoing training. Training of six (6) hours of ongoing training was not verified during the visit (REPEAT VIOLATION). Item #1811-Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-in-place was not conducted in January 2026; last conducted October 10, 2025. Item #1811 was confirmed corrected during the visit; the drill that was not documented on the log was documented as complete as of January 6, 2026. A drill was observed completed on the log on March 16, 2026. Item #1867-The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Surfacing (mulch is needed) under sliding board. Item #1867 was confirmed corrected during the visit; adequate mulch was observed in the outdoor play area. Item #9999-A violation was found for which there is no item number.15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL (a) Animals that are not contained in a cage or restrained on a leash, except those used in supervised activities or pet therapy programs, shall not be allowed in a child care center, including the outdoor learning environment. When animals are on the child care center premises, copies of each animal's vaccination records shall be available for review upon request during a sanitation inspection of the child care center. Any animals kept at the child care center as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from pests and pathogens that could adversely affect human health. Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept as pets on the child care center premises. Animals shall not be allowed in or kept at the entrances to food preparation areas. Animal cages shall be kept clean and animal waste materials shall be bagged, sealed, and immediately disposed of in the child care center's exterior garbage area in a covered container. Animals belonging to child care center owners, employees, volunteers, visitors, and children shall not be allowed in child care centers or on the premises unless the requirements set forth in this Paragraph are met. The operator did not have a copy of a current rabies vaccination on file for for the pet; no record was on file. Item #9999 was confirmed corrected; paperwork provided for vaccine valid for three (3) years to October 13, 2026. The following REPEAT VIOLATIONS were cited during the visit: -Item #106-Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. An approved fire inspection was not on file. -Item #1052-Ms. Remmie has not completed six (6) hours needed for ongoing training. Two (2) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. An approved fire inspection was not on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Ms. Remmie has not completed six (6) hours needed for ongoing training. .1103(a) -An Administrative Action may be issued for the fire inspection report. -Once violations have been corrected, you will be able to proceed with QRIS Pathway 2. I will have to verified that training was completed on the current approved curriculum (Creative), during the future rated license visit. 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 April 30, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -On April 1, 2026, the assigned Fire Inspector, T. Green, sent an email to Ms. Remmie stating that the invoice payment was past due; the invoice was attached to the email. Mr. Green stated that once payment is made the form will be sent to the state. Ms. Remmie stated that she paid the fire inspection fee that was due in order for the fire inspection report to be provided. Fire Inspection Reports must be mailed or emailed to child care consultant within in one (1) week of the inspection: • 10A NCAC 09 .0304 ON-GOING REQUIREMENTS FOR A LICENSE: (a). Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center’s previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the precious fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center’s annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. -Ongoing training hours must be completed annually. Ms. Remmie had two (2) hours to carry over from 2025, and six (6) hours of ongoing training are needed. Ongoing training hours are based on education and experience (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(a). Ms. Remmie stated that she has contacted Child Care Resources Inc., for training. -Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a)). -Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://www.ncrlap.org/, for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with QRIS tools. -Ms. Remmie was informed that her pet's current three (3) year Rabies Vaccine will expired on October 13, 2026. Pet vaccinations are required to be update to date and on file according to 15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL: (a) Animals that are not contained in a cage or restrained on a leash, except those used in supervised activities or pet therapy programs, shall not be allowed in a child care center, including the outdoor learning environment. When animals are on the child care center premises, copies of each animal's vaccination records shall be available for review upon request during a sanitation inspection of the child care center. Any animals kept at the child care center as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from pests and pathogens that could adversely affect human health. Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept as pets on the child care center premises. Animals shall not be allowed in or kept at the entrances to food preparation areas. Animal cages shall be kept clean and animal waste materials shall be bagged, sealed, and immediately disposed of in the child care center's exterior garbage area in a covered container. Animals belonging to child care center owners, employees, volunteers, visitors, and children shall not be allowed in child care centers or on the premises unless the requirements set forth in this Paragraph are met. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact Child Child Care Consultant Deanna Matthews at Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov, or 704-962-7854, or contact Lead Child Care Consultant Amy Italiano at Amy.Italiano@dhhs.nc.gov, or at 704-936-6065. 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 .1106 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/16/2026 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 4/16/2026 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 121 Time In: 09:59 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced follow-up visit was to follow-up to the violations cited on March 9, 2026. I was greeted by Owner/operator Ms. Agnes Remmie. There were no children present during the visit. The following violations were documented during the March 9, 2026 annual compliance/unannounced visit was monitored for compliance during this visit: -Item #106-Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection was not conducted by January 22, 2026; last conducted January 22, 2025. Item #106 was not confirmed corrected during the visit (REPEAT VIOLATION). -Item #805-Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The fire drills were not completed for November 2025 and for December 2025. Item #805 was confirmed corrected. The provider did not have drills documented on the log as complete. Drills conducted on January 6, 2026, and February 13, 2026 were not observed documented during the visit on March 9, 2026. Item #805 was confirmed corrected during the visit. Fire drills were observed conducted on January 6, 2026, February 13, 2026, and March 16, 2026. Item #1052-Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Ms. Remmie only had two (2) hours of the eight (8) hours required for ongoing training. Training of six (6) hours of ongoing training was not verified during the visit (REPEAT VIOLATION). Item #1811-Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-in-place was not conducted in January 2026; last conducted October 10, 2025. Item #1811 was confirmed corrected during the visit; the drill that was not documented on the log was documented as complete as of January 6, 2026. A drill was observed completed on the log on March 16, 2026. Item #1867-The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Surfacing (mulch is needed) under sliding board. Item #1867 was confirmed corrected during the visit; adequate mulch was observed in the outdoor play area. Item #9999-A violation was found for which there is no item number.15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL (a) Animals that are not contained in a cage or restrained on a leash, except those used in supervised activities or pet therapy programs, shall not be allowed in a child care center, including the outdoor learning environment. When animals are on the child care center premises, copies of each animal's vaccination records shall be available for review upon request during a sanitation inspection of the child care center. Any animals kept at the child care center as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from pests and pathogens that could adversely affect human health. Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept as pets on the child care center premises. Animals shall not be allowed in or kept at the entrances to food preparation areas. Animal cages shall be kept clean and animal waste materials shall be bagged, sealed, and immediately disposed of in the child care center's exterior garbage area in a covered container. Animals belonging to child care center owners, employees, volunteers, visitors, and children shall not be allowed in child care centers or on the premises unless the requirements set forth in this Paragraph are met. The operator did not have a copy of a current rabies vaccination on file for for the pet; no record was on file. Item #9999 was confirmed corrected; paperwork provided for vaccine valid for three (3) years to October 13, 2026. The following REPEAT VIOLATIONS were cited during the visit: -Item #106-Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. An approved fire inspection was not on file. -Item #1052-Ms. Remmie has not completed six (6) hours needed for ongoing training. Two (2) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. An approved fire inspection was not on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Ms. Remmie has not completed six (6) hours needed for ongoing training. .1103(a) -An Administrative Action may be issued for the fire inspection report. -Once violations have been corrected, you will be able to proceed with QRIS Pathway 2. I will have to verified that training was completed on the current approved curriculum (Creative), during the future rated license visit. 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 April 30, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -On April 1, 2026, the assigned Fire Inspector, T. Green, sent an email to Ms. Remmie stating that the invoice payment was past due; the invoice was attached to the email. Mr. Green stated that once payment is made the form will be sent to the state. Ms. Remmie stated that she paid the fire inspection fee that was due in order for the fire inspection report to be provided. Fire Inspection Reports must be mailed or emailed to child care consultant within in one (1) week of the inspection: • 10A NCAC 09 .0304 ON-GOING REQUIREMENTS FOR A LICENSE: (a). Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center’s previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the precious fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center’s annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. -Ongoing training hours must be completed annually. Ms. Remmie had two (2) hours to carry over from 2025, and six (6) hours of ongoing training are needed. Ongoing training hours are based on education and experience (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(a). Ms. Remmie stated that she has contacted Child Care Resources Inc., for training. -Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a)). -Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://www.ncrlap.org/, for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with QRIS tools. -Ms. Remmie was informed that her pet's current three (3) year Rabies Vaccine will expired on October 13, 2026. Pet vaccinations are required to be update to date and on file according to 15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL: (a) Animals that are not contained in a cage or restrained on a leash, except those used in supervised activities or pet therapy programs, shall not be allowed in a child care center, including the outdoor learning environment. When animals are on the child care center premises, copies of each animal's vaccination records shall be available for review upon request during a sanitation inspection of the child care center. Any animals kept at the child care center as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from pests and pathogens that could adversely affect human health. Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept as pets on the child care center premises. Animals shall not be allowed in or kept at the entrances to food preparation areas. Animal cages shall be kept clean and animal waste materials shall be bagged, sealed, and immediately disposed of in the child care center's exterior garbage area in a covered container. Animals belonging to child care center owners, employees, volunteers, visitors, and children shall not be allowed in child care centers or on the premises unless the requirements set forth in this Paragraph are met. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact Child Child Care Consultant Deanna Matthews at Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov, or 704-962-7854, or contact Lead Child Care Consultant Amy Italiano at Amy.Italiano@dhhs.nc.gov, or at 704-936-6065. 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: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/16/2026 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 4/16/2026 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 121 Time In: 09:59 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced follow-up visit was to follow-up to the violations cited on March 9, 2026. I was greeted by Owner/operator Ms. Agnes Remmie. There were no children present during the visit. The following violations were documented during the March 9, 2026 annual compliance/unannounced visit was monitored for compliance during this visit: -Item #106-Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection was not conducted by January 22, 2026; last conducted January 22, 2025. Item #106 was not confirmed corrected during the visit (REPEAT VIOLATION). -Item #805-Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The fire drills were not completed for November 2025 and for December 2025. Item #805 was confirmed corrected. The provider did not have drills documented on the log as complete. Drills conducted on January 6, 2026, and February 13, 2026 were not observed documented during the visit on March 9, 2026. Item #805 was confirmed corrected during the visit. Fire drills were observed conducted on January 6, 2026, February 13, 2026, and March 16, 2026. Item #1052-Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Ms. Remmie only had two (2) hours of the eight (8) hours required for ongoing training. Training of six (6) hours of ongoing training was not verified during the visit (REPEAT VIOLATION). Item #1811-Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-in-place was not conducted in January 2026; last conducted October 10, 2025. Item #1811 was confirmed corrected during the visit; the drill that was not documented on the log was documented as complete as of January 6, 2026. A drill was observed completed on the log on March 16, 2026. Item #1867-The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Surfacing (mulch is needed) under sliding board. Item #1867 was confirmed corrected during the visit; adequate mulch was observed in the outdoor play area. Item #9999-A violation was found for which there is no item number.15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL (a) Animals that are not contained in a cage or restrained on a leash, except those used in supervised activities or pet therapy programs, shall not be allowed in a child care center, including the outdoor learning environment. When animals are on the child care center premises, copies of each animal's vaccination records shall be available for review upon request during a sanitation inspection of the child care center. Any animals kept at the child care center as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from pests and pathogens that could adversely affect human health. Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept as pets on the child care center premises. Animals shall not be allowed in or kept at the entrances to food preparation areas. Animal cages shall be kept clean and animal waste materials shall be bagged, sealed, and immediately disposed of in the child care center's exterior garbage area in a covered container. Animals belonging to child care center owners, employees, volunteers, visitors, and children shall not be allowed in child care centers or on the premises unless the requirements set forth in this Paragraph are met. The operator did not have a copy of a current rabies vaccination on file for for the pet; no record was on file. Item #9999 was confirmed corrected; paperwork provided for vaccine valid for three (3) years to October 13, 2026. The following REPEAT VIOLATIONS were cited during the visit: -Item #106-Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. An approved fire inspection was not on file. -Item #1052-Ms. Remmie has not completed six (6) hours needed for ongoing training. Two (2) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. An approved fire inspection was not on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Ms. Remmie has not completed six (6) hours needed for ongoing training. .1103(a) -An Administrative Action may be issued for the fire inspection report. -Once violations have been corrected, you will be able to proceed with QRIS Pathway 2. I will have to verified that training was completed on the current approved curriculum (Creative), during the future rated license visit. 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 April 30, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -On April 1, 2026, the assigned Fire Inspector, T. Green, sent an email to Ms. Remmie stating that the invoice payment was past due; the invoice was attached to the email. Mr. Green stated that once payment is made the form will be sent to the state. Ms. Remmie stated that she paid the fire inspection fee that was due in order for the fire inspection report to be provided. Fire Inspection Reports must be mailed or emailed to child care consultant within in one (1) week of the inspection: • 10A NCAC 09 .0304 ON-GOING REQUIREMENTS FOR A LICENSE: (a). Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center’s previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the precious fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center’s annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. -Ongoing training hours must be completed annually. Ms. Remmie had two (2) hours to carry over from 2025, and six (6) hours of ongoing training are needed. Ongoing training hours are based on education and experience (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(a). Ms. Remmie stated that she has contacted Child Care Resources Inc., for training. -Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a)). -Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://www.ncrlap.org/, for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with QRIS tools. -Ms. Remmie was informed that her pet's current three (3) year Rabies Vaccine will expired on October 13, 2026. Pet vaccinations are required to be update to date and on file according to 15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL: (a) Animals that are not contained in a cage or restrained on a leash, except those used in supervised activities or pet therapy programs, shall not be allowed in a child care center, including the outdoor learning environment. When animals are on the child care center premises, copies of each animal's vaccination records shall be available for review upon request during a sanitation inspection of the child care center. Any animals kept at the child care center as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from pests and pathogens that could adversely affect human health. Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept as pets on the child care center premises. Animals shall not be allowed in or kept at the entrances to food preparation areas. Animal cages shall be kept clean and animal waste materials shall be bagged, sealed, and immediately disposed of in the child care center's exterior garbage area in a covered container. Animals belonging to child care center owners, employees, volunteers, visitors, and children shall not be allowed in child care centers or on the premises unless the requirements set forth in this Paragraph are met. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact Child Child Care Consultant Deanna Matthews at Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov, or 704-962-7854, or contact Lead Child Care Consultant Amy Italiano at Amy.Italiano@dhhs.nc.gov, or at 704-936-6065. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/9/2026 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/9/2026 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 65 Time In: 02:10 PM Time Out: 03:15 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. I was greeted by Owner/Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted March 11, 2025. The sanitation inspection was completed November 3, 2025, with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted January 22, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only; a violation was cited. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; compliance met. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of March 8, 2026. Upon arrival, I observed the children two (2) children present, and Ms. Remmie was preparing the children for outdoor play. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills. The fire drills were reviewed and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for the shelter-in-place/lockdown drills. The playground inspections were reviewed, and compliance was met. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored, and compliance was met. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. A violation was cited for surfacing. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection was not conducted by January 22, 2026; last conducted January 22, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The fire drills were not completed for November 2025 and for December 2025. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Ms. Remmie only had two (2) hours of the eight (8) hours required for ongoing training. .1103(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-in-place was not conducted in January 2026; last conducted October 10, 2025. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Surfacing (mulch is needed) under sliding board. .0605(k)(1-4) 9999 A violation was found for which there is no item number.15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL (a) Animals that are not contained in a cage or restrained on a leash, except those used in supervised activities or pet therapy programs, shall not be allowed in a child care center, including the outdoor learning environment. When animals are on the child care center premises, copies of each animal's vaccination records shall be available for review upon request during a sanitation inspection of the child care center. Any animals kept at the child care center as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from pests and pathogens that could adversely affect human health. Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept as pets on the child care center premises. Animals shall not be allowed in or kept at the entrances to food preparation areas. Animal cages shall be kept clean and animal waste materials shall be bagged, sealed, and immediately disposed of in the child care center's exterior garbage area in a covered container. Animals belonging to child care center owners, employees, volunteers, visitors, and children shall not be allowed in child care centers or on the premises unless the requirements set forth in this Paragraph are met. The operator did not have a copy of a current rabies vaccination on file for for the pet; no record was on file. Staff files were not monitored during the visit. A visit will be conducted within five (5) days. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: 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 Monday March 23, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Provide a copy of the fire inspection within one (1) weeks of receiving the first inspection. The fire inspection must be completed annually within twelve (12) months or previous inspection (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills must be practiced every three months and/or drill record must be complete. (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(u); .0302(d)(8)). =Fire drills must be practiced monthly and/or the drill record must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t); .0302(d)(5). -Application for Star Rate License was emailed to Ms. Remmie. Ms. Remmie is ready to move forward, and the application will be completed at the next visit. -Ensure that adequate surfacing is under the slide; rake mulch often. The depth of the loose surfacing must be based on critical height of the equipment (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, 704-962-7854, Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, 704-594-0147, Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/9/2026 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/9/2026 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 65 Time In: 02:10 PM Time Out: 03:15 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. I was greeted by Owner/Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted March 11, 2025. The sanitation inspection was completed November 3, 2025, with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted January 22, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only; a violation was cited. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; compliance met. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of March 8, 2026. Upon arrival, I observed the children two (2) children present, and Ms. Remmie was preparing the children for outdoor play. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills. The fire drills were reviewed and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for the shelter-in-place/lockdown drills. The playground inspections were reviewed, and compliance was met. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored, and compliance was met. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. A violation was cited for surfacing. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection was not conducted by January 22, 2026; last conducted January 22, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The fire drills were not completed for November 2025 and for December 2025. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Ms. Remmie only had two (2) hours of the eight (8) hours required for ongoing training. .1103(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-in-place was not conducted in January 2026; last conducted October 10, 2025. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Surfacing (mulch is needed) under sliding board. .0605(k)(1-4) 9999 A violation was found for which there is no item number.15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL (a) Animals that are not contained in a cage or restrained on a leash, except those used in supervised activities or pet therapy programs, shall not be allowed in a child care center, including the outdoor learning environment. When animals are on the child care center premises, copies of each animal's vaccination records shall be available for review upon request during a sanitation inspection of the child care center. Any animals kept at the child care center as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from pests and pathogens that could adversely affect human health. Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept as pets on the child care center premises. Animals shall not be allowed in or kept at the entrances to food preparation areas. Animal cages shall be kept clean and animal waste materials shall be bagged, sealed, and immediately disposed of in the child care center's exterior garbage area in a covered container. Animals belonging to child care center owners, employees, volunteers, visitors, and children shall not be allowed in child care centers or on the premises unless the requirements set forth in this Paragraph are met. The operator did not have a copy of a current rabies vaccination on file for for the pet; no record was on file. Staff files were not monitored during the visit. A visit will be conducted within five (5) days. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: 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 Monday March 23, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Provide a copy of the fire inspection within one (1) weeks of receiving the first inspection. The fire inspection must be completed annually within twelve (12) months or previous inspection (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills must be practiced every three months and/or drill record must be complete. (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(u); .0302(d)(8)). =Fire drills must be practiced monthly and/or the drill record must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t); .0302(d)(5). -Application for Star Rate License was emailed to Ms. Remmie. Ms. Remmie is ready to move forward, and the application will be completed at the next visit. -Ensure that adequate surfacing is under the slide; rake mulch often. The depth of the loose surfacing must be based on critical height of the equipment (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, 704-962-7854, Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, 704-594-0147, Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/9/2026 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/9/2026 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 65 Time In: 02:10 PM Time Out: 03:15 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. I was greeted by Owner/Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted March 11, 2025. The sanitation inspection was completed November 3, 2025, with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted January 22, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only; a violation was cited. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; compliance met. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of March 8, 2026. Upon arrival, I observed the children two (2) children present, and Ms. Remmie was preparing the children for outdoor play. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills. The fire drills were reviewed and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for the shelter-in-place/lockdown drills. The playground inspections were reviewed, and compliance was met. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored, and compliance was met. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. A violation was cited for surfacing. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection was not conducted by January 22, 2026; last conducted January 22, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The fire drills were not completed for November 2025 and for December 2025. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Ms. Remmie only had two (2) hours of the eight (8) hours required for ongoing training. .1103(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-in-place was not conducted in January 2026; last conducted October 10, 2025. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Surfacing (mulch is needed) under sliding board. .0605(k)(1-4) 9999 A violation was found for which there is no item number.15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL (a) Animals that are not contained in a cage or restrained on a leash, except those used in supervised activities or pet therapy programs, shall not be allowed in a child care center, including the outdoor learning environment. When animals are on the child care center premises, copies of each animal's vaccination records shall be available for review upon request during a sanitation inspection of the child care center. Any animals kept at the child care center as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from pests and pathogens that could adversely affect human health. Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept as pets on the child care center premises. Animals shall not be allowed in or kept at the entrances to food preparation areas. Animal cages shall be kept clean and animal waste materials shall be bagged, sealed, and immediately disposed of in the child care center's exterior garbage area in a covered container. Animals belonging to child care center owners, employees, volunteers, visitors, and children shall not be allowed in child care centers or on the premises unless the requirements set forth in this Paragraph are met. The operator did not have a copy of a current rabies vaccination on file for for the pet; no record was on file. Staff files were not monitored during the visit. A visit will be conducted within five (5) days. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: 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 Monday March 23, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Provide a copy of the fire inspection within one (1) weeks of receiving the first inspection. The fire inspection must be completed annually within twelve (12) months or previous inspection (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills must be practiced every three months and/or drill record must be complete. (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(u); .0302(d)(8)). =Fire drills must be practiced monthly and/or the drill record must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t); .0302(d)(5). -Application for Star Rate License was emailed to Ms. Remmie. Ms. Remmie is ready to move forward, and the application will be completed at the next visit. -Ensure that adequate surfacing is under the slide; rake mulch often. The depth of the loose surfacing must be based on critical height of the equipment (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, 704-962-7854, Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, 704-594-0147, Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/9/2026 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/9/2026 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 65 Time In: 02:10 PM Time Out: 03:15 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. I was greeted by Owner/Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted March 11, 2025. The sanitation inspection was completed November 3, 2025, with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted January 22, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only; a violation was cited. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; compliance met. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of March 8, 2026. Upon arrival, I observed the children two (2) children present, and Ms. Remmie was preparing the children for outdoor play. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills. The fire drills were reviewed and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for the shelter-in-place/lockdown drills. The playground inspections were reviewed, and compliance was met. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored, and compliance was met. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. A violation was cited for surfacing. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection was not conducted by January 22, 2026; last conducted January 22, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The fire drills were not completed for November 2025 and for December 2025. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Ms. Remmie only had two (2) hours of the eight (8) hours required for ongoing training. .1103(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-in-place was not conducted in January 2026; last conducted October 10, 2025. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Surfacing (mulch is needed) under sliding board. .0605(k)(1-4) 9999 A violation was found for which there is no item number.15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL (a) Animals that are not contained in a cage or restrained on a leash, except those used in supervised activities or pet therapy programs, shall not be allowed in a child care center, including the outdoor learning environment. When animals are on the child care center premises, copies of each animal's vaccination records shall be available for review upon request during a sanitation inspection of the child care center. Any animals kept at the child care center as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from pests and pathogens that could adversely affect human health. Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept as pets on the child care center premises. Animals shall not be allowed in or kept at the entrances to food preparation areas. Animal cages shall be kept clean and animal waste materials shall be bagged, sealed, and immediately disposed of in the child care center's exterior garbage area in a covered container. Animals belonging to child care center owners, employees, volunteers, visitors, and children shall not be allowed in child care centers or on the premises unless the requirements set forth in this Paragraph are met. The operator did not have a copy of a current rabies vaccination on file for for the pet; no record was on file. Staff files were not monitored during the visit. A visit will be conducted within five (5) days. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: 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 Monday March 23, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Provide a copy of the fire inspection within one (1) weeks of receiving the first inspection. The fire inspection must be completed annually within twelve (12) months or previous inspection (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills must be practiced every three months and/or drill record must be complete. (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(u); .0302(d)(8)). =Fire drills must be practiced monthly and/or the drill record must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t); .0302(d)(5). -Application for Star Rate License was emailed to Ms. Remmie. Ms. Remmie is ready to move forward, and the application will be completed at the next visit. -Ensure that adequate surfacing is under the slide; rake mulch often. The depth of the loose surfacing must be based on critical height of the equipment (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, 704-962-7854, Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, 704-594-0147, Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .2703 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/23/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 10/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during an routine/unannounced visit. I was greeted by the Owner/Operator Ms. Agnes Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the home. The facility currently holds a Three-Star License issued April 4, 2018, and had a compliance history score of ninety-three (93) percent prior today’s visit. The facility’s last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on March 11, 2025. Upon arrival there were three (3) children present. I observed the children having supervised independent play. After play, Circle Time was observed. There are no children enrolled on second shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Child Care Center Checklist and the 2025 Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Remmie spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff are current with CPR. First Aid: Staff are current with First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing training. ITS-SIDS: Staff are not current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for the IT-SIDS training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are administered in the facility at this time; no child(ren) with medications. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did not observe any hazardous substances that were accessible. Storage of Medication: There are no medications currently stored. General Safety: There are no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill were complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were complete and up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. License Posted: The license was observed posted on the information board. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on January 31, 2025, with a total demerit score of zero (0), and a "Superior" classification. The last fire inspection was completed on January 22, 2025. One (1) violation was cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. Staff G. Street ITS-SIDS expired October 12, 2025. .1102(f) Reminder: You have an open violation Item #1805; extension was provided to October 24, 2025. 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 6, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Ms. A. Remmie's qualification letter will expire on November 13, 2025. A Criminal Background Check (CBC) must be completed every five (5) years (G.S. 110-90.2(b); A valid qualification letter must be on file and available for review at the facility (G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e)). -The roster is still incomplete in ABCMS. Ms. A. Remmie and G. Remmie must be added to the roster. Currently, Ms. D. Remmie is listed on the roster. Ms. Remmie was informed to terminate D. Remmie from the roster, because she is not employed at the facility. A copy of the Resource Guide was emailed during the visit. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -On June 26th, the North Carolina Rules Review Commission (RRC) approved the QRIS Modernization rules adopted by the NC Child Care Commission during their April meeting. The Division of Child Development and Early Education is preparing a summary of the rules, an online training module for Moodle, and an implementation plan. The implementation plan will allow time for administrators/operators to learn and understand the different pathways and the changes within our system. -The DCDEE team looks forward to working with child care facilities across the state to transition to the new QRIS system, also known as Pathways to the Stars, located in Section .3200 of the Child Care Rules. The transition will begin soon with the following informational opportunities: • In August, we’ll provide a rule roll out module in the DCDEE e-learning Moodle platform and hosted webinars. • In September, child care consultants hosted in-person facility operator/administrator meetings within the counties served; provided additional guidance on the changes, the transition plan and timeline. • Beginning In October, child care consultants will discuss the new rules in Section .3200; Standards for Two through Five Star Rated Licenses during licensing visits. Consultants will review the pathway options, identify facility needs, answer questions, and work with the facility operator to establish an individualized timeline for transition to a new rated license within twelve (12) months based on the pathway chosen. -Child Care Consultants from Mecklenburg County hosted training sessions on QRIS in September 2025. Ms. Remmie stated that she attended a QRIS Session. The session provided valuable insights on QRIS, also known as Pathways to the Stars, and is designed to help you understand and prepare for the transition to the new QRIS system. -Get Ready for the 3’s / QRIS: Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://www.ncrlap.org/ for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Please review the information on the NCRLAP's website to become familiar with the new third edition. -An email was issued on July 31, 2025, regarding the Quality Every Day (QED) Program. Quality Every Day (QED) is a quality initiative at Child Care Resources Inc., funded by Smart Start of Mecklenburg County. They are recruiting for the QED Program this year for those that may be interested in coaching and training for teachers and directors. There are different tracks for participation (Licensing renewal, Program start-up, staff-child interactions and director support); and there are new opportunities this year like updated ERS-3 trainings, Leadership college coursework for administrators and Communities of Practice for both Child Care Directors and Family Child Care providers. They still have opportunities for college coursework and stipends for coursework completion. -Technical Assistance was provided on the QRIS Pathway to the Stars. Ms. Remmie stated that she would like to apply for a Four (4) Star Rate License through Pathway 2; forms (Pathway to the Stars) were completed during the visit. The following documents were reviewed and copies provided: -QRIS Pathway #2-Classroom and Instructional Quality for Child Care Centers and CLIAR -Four Star Education Standards -Community Engagement Standards -CQI -Review of Self-Study Forms (emailed during the visit) -QRIS Timeline reviewed: -October 2025-March 2026: Review of Resources and Materials -April 2025-September 2026-Submit rated license application and transition to a pathway, Application for 2-5 star rated license application -The following Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3205(e)(1-7)), Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway For Child Care Centers was discussed with Ms. Remmie: For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section. The child care center may choose to meet the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213, .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) The child care center shall implement a curriculum that has been approved by the Commission as defined in Rule .0102(11) of this Chapter for all ages served. A list of curricula that has been approved by the Commission is available at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License.Curriculum. (6) In curriculum planning, the child care center shall ensure modifications and adaptations are made to involve all children with special health and developmental needs. (7) The child care center shall conduct on-going formative assessments to gather information about each child's growth and skill development based on individual development and learning needs and maintain evidence of each child's on-going assessment. The child care center shall use a formative assessment(s) that has been approved by the Commission, available at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Curriculum. Evidence of formative assessments shall include documentation required or contemplated by the approved formative assessment and may also include: (A) anecdotal notes; (B) portfolio of child's work samples; (C) developmental screenings; or (D) photographs, audio, or video recordings with permission from the child's family. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, 704-962-7854, Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, 704-594-0147, Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .3205 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/23/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 10/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during an routine/unannounced visit. I was greeted by the Owner/Operator Ms. Agnes Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the home. The facility currently holds a Three-Star License issued April 4, 2018, and had a compliance history score of ninety-three (93) percent prior today’s visit. The facility’s last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on March 11, 2025. Upon arrival there were three (3) children present. I observed the children having supervised independent play. After play, Circle Time was observed. There are no children enrolled on second shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Child Care Center Checklist and the 2025 Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Remmie spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff are current with CPR. First Aid: Staff are current with First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing training. ITS-SIDS: Staff are not current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for the IT-SIDS training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are administered in the facility at this time; no child(ren) with medications. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did not observe any hazardous substances that were accessible. Storage of Medication: There are no medications currently stored. General Safety: There are no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill were complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were complete and up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. License Posted: The license was observed posted on the information board. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on January 31, 2025, with a total demerit score of zero (0), and a "Superior" classification. The last fire inspection was completed on January 22, 2025. One (1) violation was cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. Staff G. Street ITS-SIDS expired October 12, 2025. .1102(f) Reminder: You have an open violation Item #1805; extension was provided to October 24, 2025. 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 6, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Ms. A. Remmie's qualification letter will expire on November 13, 2025. A Criminal Background Check (CBC) must be completed every five (5) years (G.S. 110-90.2(b); A valid qualification letter must be on file and available for review at the facility (G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e)). -The roster is still incomplete in ABCMS. Ms. A. Remmie and G. Remmie must be added to the roster. Currently, Ms. D. Remmie is listed on the roster. Ms. Remmie was informed to terminate D. Remmie from the roster, because she is not employed at the facility. A copy of the Resource Guide was emailed during the visit. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -On June 26th, the North Carolina Rules Review Commission (RRC) approved the QRIS Modernization rules adopted by the NC Child Care Commission during their April meeting. The Division of Child Development and Early Education is preparing a summary of the rules, an online training module for Moodle, and an implementation plan. The implementation plan will allow time for administrators/operators to learn and understand the different pathways and the changes within our system. -The DCDEE team looks forward to working with child care facilities across the state to transition to the new QRIS system, also known as Pathways to the Stars, located in Section .3200 of the Child Care Rules. The transition will begin soon with the following informational opportunities: • In August, we’ll provide a rule roll out module in the DCDEE e-learning Moodle platform and hosted webinars. • In September, child care consultants hosted in-person facility operator/administrator meetings within the counties served; provided additional guidance on the changes, the transition plan and timeline. • Beginning In October, child care consultants will discuss the new rules in Section .3200; Standards for Two through Five Star Rated Licenses during licensing visits. Consultants will review the pathway options, identify facility needs, answer questions, and work with the facility operator to establish an individualized timeline for transition to a new rated license within twelve (12) months based on the pathway chosen. -Child Care Consultants from Mecklenburg County hosted training sessions on QRIS in September 2025. Ms. Remmie stated that she attended a QRIS Session. The session provided valuable insights on QRIS, also known as Pathways to the Stars, and is designed to help you understand and prepare for the transition to the new QRIS system. -Get Ready for the 3’s / QRIS: Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://www.ncrlap.org/ for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Please review the information on the NCRLAP's website to become familiar with the new third edition. -An email was issued on July 31, 2025, regarding the Quality Every Day (QED) Program. Quality Every Day (QED) is a quality initiative at Child Care Resources Inc., funded by Smart Start of Mecklenburg County. They are recruiting for the QED Program this year for those that may be interested in coaching and training for teachers and directors. There are different tracks for participation (Licensing renewal, Program start-up, staff-child interactions and director support); and there are new opportunities this year like updated ERS-3 trainings, Leadership college coursework for administrators and Communities of Practice for both Child Care Directors and Family Child Care providers. They still have opportunities for college coursework and stipends for coursework completion. -Technical Assistance was provided on the QRIS Pathway to the Stars. Ms. Remmie stated that she would like to apply for a Four (4) Star Rate License through Pathway 2; forms (Pathway to the Stars) were completed during the visit. The following documents were reviewed and copies provided: -QRIS Pathway #2-Classroom and Instructional Quality for Child Care Centers and CLIAR -Four Star Education Standards -Community Engagement Standards -CQI -Review of Self-Study Forms (emailed during the visit) -QRIS Timeline reviewed: -October 2025-March 2026: Review of Resources and Materials -April 2025-September 2026-Submit rated license application and transition to a pathway, Application for 2-5 star rated license application -The following Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3205(e)(1-7)), Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway For Child Care Centers was discussed with Ms. Remmie: For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section. The child care center may choose to meet the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213, .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) The child care center shall implement a curriculum that has been approved by the Commission as defined in Rule .0102(11) of this Chapter for all ages served. A list of curricula that has been approved by the Commission is available at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License.Curriculum. (6) In curriculum planning, the child care center shall ensure modifications and adaptations are made to involve all children with special health and developmental needs. (7) The child care center shall conduct on-going formative assessments to gather information about each child's growth and skill development based on individual development and learning needs and maintain evidence of each child's on-going assessment. The child care center shall use a formative assessment(s) that has been approved by the Commission, available at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Curriculum. Evidence of formative assessments shall include documentation required or contemplated by the approved formative assessment and may also include: (A) anecdotal notes; (B) portfolio of child's work samples; (C) developmental screenings; or (D) photographs, audio, or video recordings with permission from the child's family. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, 704-962-7854, Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, 704-594-0147, Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/23/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 10/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during an routine/unannounced visit. I was greeted by the Owner/Operator Ms. Agnes Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the home. The facility currently holds a Three-Star License issued April 4, 2018, and had a compliance history score of ninety-three (93) percent prior today’s visit. The facility’s last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on March 11, 2025. Upon arrival there were three (3) children present. I observed the children having supervised independent play. After play, Circle Time was observed. There are no children enrolled on second shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Child Care Center Checklist and the 2025 Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Remmie spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff are current with CPR. First Aid: Staff are current with First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing training. ITS-SIDS: Staff are not current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for the IT-SIDS training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are administered in the facility at this time; no child(ren) with medications. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did not observe any hazardous substances that were accessible. Storage of Medication: There are no medications currently stored. General Safety: There are no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill were complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were complete and up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. License Posted: The license was observed posted on the information board. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on January 31, 2025, with a total demerit score of zero (0), and a "Superior" classification. The last fire inspection was completed on January 22, 2025. One (1) violation was cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. Staff G. Street ITS-SIDS expired October 12, 2025. .1102(f) Reminder: You have an open violation Item #1805; extension was provided to October 24, 2025. 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 6, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Ms. A. Remmie's qualification letter will expire on November 13, 2025. A Criminal Background Check (CBC) must be completed every five (5) years (G.S. 110-90.2(b); A valid qualification letter must be on file and available for review at the facility (G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e)). -The roster is still incomplete in ABCMS. Ms. A. Remmie and G. Remmie must be added to the roster. Currently, Ms. D. Remmie is listed on the roster. Ms. Remmie was informed to terminate D. Remmie from the roster, because she is not employed at the facility. A copy of the Resource Guide was emailed during the visit. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -On June 26th, the North Carolina Rules Review Commission (RRC) approved the QRIS Modernization rules adopted by the NC Child Care Commission during their April meeting. The Division of Child Development and Early Education is preparing a summary of the rules, an online training module for Moodle, and an implementation plan. The implementation plan will allow time for administrators/operators to learn and understand the different pathways and the changes within our system. -The DCDEE team looks forward to working with child care facilities across the state to transition to the new QRIS system, also known as Pathways to the Stars, located in Section .3200 of the Child Care Rules. The transition will begin soon with the following informational opportunities: • In August, we’ll provide a rule roll out module in the DCDEE e-learning Moodle platform and hosted webinars. • In September, child care consultants hosted in-person facility operator/administrator meetings within the counties served; provided additional guidance on the changes, the transition plan and timeline. • Beginning In October, child care consultants will discuss the new rules in Section .3200; Standards for Two through Five Star Rated Licenses during licensing visits. Consultants will review the pathway options, identify facility needs, answer questions, and work with the facility operator to establish an individualized timeline for transition to a new rated license within twelve (12) months based on the pathway chosen. -Child Care Consultants from Mecklenburg County hosted training sessions on QRIS in September 2025. Ms. Remmie stated that she attended a QRIS Session. The session provided valuable insights on QRIS, also known as Pathways to the Stars, and is designed to help you understand and prepare for the transition to the new QRIS system. -Get Ready for the 3’s / QRIS: Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://www.ncrlap.org/ for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Please review the information on the NCRLAP's website to become familiar with the new third edition. -An email was issued on July 31, 2025, regarding the Quality Every Day (QED) Program. Quality Every Day (QED) is a quality initiative at Child Care Resources Inc., funded by Smart Start of Mecklenburg County. They are recruiting for the QED Program this year for those that may be interested in coaching and training for teachers and directors. There are different tracks for participation (Licensing renewal, Program start-up, staff-child interactions and director support); and there are new opportunities this year like updated ERS-3 trainings, Leadership college coursework for administrators and Communities of Practice for both Child Care Directors and Family Child Care providers. They still have opportunities for college coursework and stipends for coursework completion. -Technical Assistance was provided on the QRIS Pathway to the Stars. Ms. Remmie stated that she would like to apply for a Four (4) Star Rate License through Pathway 2; forms (Pathway to the Stars) were completed during the visit. The following documents were reviewed and copies provided: -QRIS Pathway #2-Classroom and Instructional Quality for Child Care Centers and CLIAR -Four Star Education Standards -Community Engagement Standards -CQI -Review of Self-Study Forms (emailed during the visit) -QRIS Timeline reviewed: -October 2025-March 2026: Review of Resources and Materials -April 2025-September 2026-Submit rated license application and transition to a pathway, Application for 2-5 star rated license application -The following Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3205(e)(1-7)), Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway For Child Care Centers was discussed with Ms. Remmie: For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section. The child care center may choose to meet the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213, .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) The child care center shall implement a curriculum that has been approved by the Commission as defined in Rule .0102(11) of this Chapter for all ages served. A list of curricula that has been approved by the Commission is available at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License.Curriculum. (6) In curriculum planning, the child care center shall ensure modifications and adaptations are made to involve all children with special health and developmental needs. (7) The child care center shall conduct on-going formative assessments to gather information about each child's growth and skill development based on individual development and learning needs and maintain evidence of each child's on-going assessment. The child care center shall use a formative assessment(s) that has been approved by the Commission, available at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Curriculum. Evidence of formative assessments shall include documentation required or contemplated by the approved formative assessment and may also include: (A) anecdotal notes; (B) portfolio of child's work samples; (C) developmental screenings; or (D) photographs, audio, or video recordings with permission from the child's family. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, 704-962-7854, Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, 704-594-0147, Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/23/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 10/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during an routine/unannounced visit. I was greeted by the Owner/Operator Ms. Agnes Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the home. The facility currently holds a Three-Star License issued April 4, 2018, and had a compliance history score of ninety-three (93) percent prior today’s visit. The facility’s last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on March 11, 2025. Upon arrival there were three (3) children present. I observed the children having supervised independent play. After play, Circle Time was observed. There are no children enrolled on second shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Child Care Center Checklist and the 2025 Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Remmie spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff are current with CPR. First Aid: Staff are current with First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing training. ITS-SIDS: Staff are not current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for the IT-SIDS training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are administered in the facility at this time; no child(ren) with medications. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did not observe any hazardous substances that were accessible. Storage of Medication: There are no medications currently stored. General Safety: There are no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill were complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were complete and up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. License Posted: The license was observed posted on the information board. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on January 31, 2025, with a total demerit score of zero (0), and a "Superior" classification. The last fire inspection was completed on January 22, 2025. One (1) violation was cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. Staff G. Street ITS-SIDS expired October 12, 2025. .1102(f) Reminder: You have an open violation Item #1805; extension was provided to October 24, 2025. 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 6, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Ms. A. Remmie's qualification letter will expire on November 13, 2025. A Criminal Background Check (CBC) must be completed every five (5) years (G.S. 110-90.2(b); A valid qualification letter must be on file and available for review at the facility (G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e)). -The roster is still incomplete in ABCMS. Ms. A. Remmie and G. Remmie must be added to the roster. Currently, Ms. D. Remmie is listed on the roster. Ms. Remmie was informed to terminate D. Remmie from the roster, because she is not employed at the facility. A copy of the Resource Guide was emailed during the visit. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -On June 26th, the North Carolina Rules Review Commission (RRC) approved the QRIS Modernization rules adopted by the NC Child Care Commission during their April meeting. The Division of Child Development and Early Education is preparing a summary of the rules, an online training module for Moodle, and an implementation plan. The implementation plan will allow time for administrators/operators to learn and understand the different pathways and the changes within our system. -The DCDEE team looks forward to working with child care facilities across the state to transition to the new QRIS system, also known as Pathways to the Stars, located in Section .3200 of the Child Care Rules. The transition will begin soon with the following informational opportunities: • In August, we’ll provide a rule roll out module in the DCDEE e-learning Moodle platform and hosted webinars. • In September, child care consultants hosted in-person facility operator/administrator meetings within the counties served; provided additional guidance on the changes, the transition plan and timeline. • Beginning In October, child care consultants will discuss the new rules in Section .3200; Standards for Two through Five Star Rated Licenses during licensing visits. Consultants will review the pathway options, identify facility needs, answer questions, and work with the facility operator to establish an individualized timeline for transition to a new rated license within twelve (12) months based on the pathway chosen. -Child Care Consultants from Mecklenburg County hosted training sessions on QRIS in September 2025. Ms. Remmie stated that she attended a QRIS Session. The session provided valuable insights on QRIS, also known as Pathways to the Stars, and is designed to help you understand and prepare for the transition to the new QRIS system. -Get Ready for the 3’s / QRIS: Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://www.ncrlap.org/ for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Please review the information on the NCRLAP's website to become familiar with the new third edition. -An email was issued on July 31, 2025, regarding the Quality Every Day (QED) Program. Quality Every Day (QED) is a quality initiative at Child Care Resources Inc., funded by Smart Start of Mecklenburg County. They are recruiting for the QED Program this year for those that may be interested in coaching and training for teachers and directors. There are different tracks for participation (Licensing renewal, Program start-up, staff-child interactions and director support); and there are new opportunities this year like updated ERS-3 trainings, Leadership college coursework for administrators and Communities of Practice for both Child Care Directors and Family Child Care providers. They still have opportunities for college coursework and stipends for coursework completion. -Technical Assistance was provided on the QRIS Pathway to the Stars. Ms. Remmie stated that she would like to apply for a Four (4) Star Rate License through Pathway 2; forms (Pathway to the Stars) were completed during the visit. The following documents were reviewed and copies provided: -QRIS Pathway #2-Classroom and Instructional Quality for Child Care Centers and CLIAR -Four Star Education Standards -Community Engagement Standards -CQI -Review of Self-Study Forms (emailed during the visit) -QRIS Timeline reviewed: -October 2025-March 2026: Review of Resources and Materials -April 2025-September 2026-Submit rated license application and transition to a pathway, Application for 2-5 star rated license application -The following Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3205(e)(1-7)), Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway For Child Care Centers was discussed with Ms. Remmie: For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section. The child care center may choose to meet the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213, .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) The child care center shall implement a curriculum that has been approved by the Commission as defined in Rule .0102(11) of this Chapter for all ages served. A list of curricula that has been approved by the Commission is available at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License.Curriculum. (6) In curriculum planning, the child care center shall ensure modifications and adaptations are made to involve all children with special health and developmental needs. (7) The child care center shall conduct on-going formative assessments to gather information about each child's growth and skill development based on individual development and learning needs and maintain evidence of each child's on-going assessment. The child care center shall use a formative assessment(s) that has been approved by the Commission, available at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Curriculum. Evidence of formative assessments shall include documentation required or contemplated by the approved formative assessment and may also include: (A) anecdotal notes; (B) portfolio of child's work samples; (C) developmental screenings; or (D) photographs, audio, or video recordings with permission from the child's family. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, 704-962-7854, Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, 704-594-0147, Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/9/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 6/9/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 175 Time In: 02:10 PM Time Out: 05:05 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during an routine/unannounced visit. I was greeted by the Owner/Operator Ms. Agnes Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Remmie's grandson arrived during the visit. Ms. Remmie's daugher, Ms. Dixon Remmie, arrived during the visit. The facility currently holds a Three-Star License issued April 4, 2018, and had a compliance history score of ninety (90) percent prior today’s visit. The facility’s last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on March 11, 2025. Upon arrival there were four (4) children present. Three (3) of the four (4) children were napping. The child that was awake complete an activity of their choice (block). There are no children enrolled on second shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Child Care Center Checklist and the 2025 Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Remmie spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff are current with CPR. First Aid: Staff are current with First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing training. ITS-SIDS: Staff are current with ITS-SIDS training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are administered in the facility at this time; no child(ren) with medications. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, and a violation was cited. Storage of Medication: There are no medications currently stored. General Safety: There are no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill were complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were complete and up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. License Posted: The license was observed posted on the information board. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on January 31, 2025, with a total demerit score of zero (0), and a "Superior" classification. The last fire inspection was completed on April 29, 2024; a violation was cited. The facility's roster was not completed in ABCMS and a violation was cited. Two (2) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was conducted April 29, 2024; fire inspection report needed. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The provider has not completed the training in ABCMS and the provider has not completed the roster in ABCMS. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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 Monday June 23, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails; email address last updated January 16, 2025 -Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Provide a copy of the fire inspection within one (1) weeks of receiving the first inspection. The fire inspection must be completed annually within twelve (12) months or previous inspection (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance and Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 and .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 (5) business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal Training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view/php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. • Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members were hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five (5) business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, 704-962-7854, Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, 704-594-0147, Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/9/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 6/9/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 175 Time In: 02:10 PM Time Out: 05:05 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during an routine/unannounced visit. I was greeted by the Owner/Operator Ms. Agnes Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Remmie's grandson arrived during the visit. Ms. Remmie's daugher, Ms. Dixon Remmie, arrived during the visit. The facility currently holds a Three-Star License issued April 4, 2018, and had a compliance history score of ninety (90) percent prior today’s visit. The facility’s last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on March 11, 2025. Upon arrival there were four (4) children present. Three (3) of the four (4) children were napping. The child that was awake complete an activity of their choice (block). There are no children enrolled on second shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Child Care Center Checklist and the 2025 Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Remmie spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff are current with CPR. First Aid: Staff are current with First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing training. ITS-SIDS: Staff are current with ITS-SIDS training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are administered in the facility at this time; no child(ren) with medications. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, and a violation was cited. Storage of Medication: There are no medications currently stored. General Safety: There are no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill were complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were complete and up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. License Posted: The license was observed posted on the information board. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on January 31, 2025, with a total demerit score of zero (0), and a "Superior" classification. The last fire inspection was completed on April 29, 2024; a violation was cited. The facility's roster was not completed in ABCMS and a violation was cited. Two (2) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was conducted April 29, 2024; fire inspection report needed. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The provider has not completed the training in ABCMS and the provider has not completed the roster in ABCMS. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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 Monday June 23, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails; email address last updated January 16, 2025 -Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Provide a copy of the fire inspection within one (1) weeks of receiving the first inspection. The fire inspection must be completed annually within twelve (12) months or previous inspection (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance and Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 and .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 (5) business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal Training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view/php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. • Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members were hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five (5) business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, 704-962-7854, Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, 704-594-0147, Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/9/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 6/9/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 175 Time In: 02:10 PM Time Out: 05:05 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during an routine/unannounced visit. I was greeted by the Owner/Operator Ms. Agnes Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Remmie's grandson arrived during the visit. Ms. Remmie's daugher, Ms. Dixon Remmie, arrived during the visit. The facility currently holds a Three-Star License issued April 4, 2018, and had a compliance history score of ninety (90) percent prior today’s visit. The facility’s last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on March 11, 2025. Upon arrival there were four (4) children present. Three (3) of the four (4) children were napping. The child that was awake complete an activity of their choice (block). There are no children enrolled on second shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Child Care Center Checklist and the 2025 Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Remmie spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff are current with CPR. First Aid: Staff are current with First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing training. ITS-SIDS: Staff are current with ITS-SIDS training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are administered in the facility at this time; no child(ren) with medications. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, and a violation was cited. Storage of Medication: There are no medications currently stored. General Safety: There are no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill were complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were complete and up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. License Posted: The license was observed posted on the information board. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on January 31, 2025, with a total demerit score of zero (0), and a "Superior" classification. The last fire inspection was completed on April 29, 2024; a violation was cited. The facility's roster was not completed in ABCMS and a violation was cited. Two (2) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was conducted April 29, 2024; fire inspection report needed. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The provider has not completed the training in ABCMS and the provider has not completed the roster in ABCMS. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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 Monday June 23, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails; email address last updated January 16, 2025 -Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Provide a copy of the fire inspection within one (1) weeks of receiving the first inspection. The fire inspection must be completed annually within twelve (12) months or previous inspection (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance and Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 and .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 (5) business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal Training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view/php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. • Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members were hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five (5) business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, 704-962-7854, Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, 704-594-0147, Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 . 0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/11/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 01:00 PM Time Out: 04:55 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Georgiana Street, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 15, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 31, 2025 with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted April 29, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; last updated April 24, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-seven (87) percent as of March 10, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on March 11, 2025 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. Upon arrival, I observed the children having nap time; there were two (2) children present. One (1) child was provided an activity (manipulatives) while the other child napped. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills; a violation was cited for the Incident Log. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation for Shaken Baby Syndrome Policy. Staff files were monitored. Ms. Remmie file was monitored and observed for Health Questionnaire, Emergency Information, First Aid and CPR, and a Criminal Qualifying Letter; Ms. Remmie, has completed ten (10) hours for in-service training hours, and Ms. Remmie is current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for Health Questionnaire forms. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. Three (3) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. An incident report that was completed on May 31, 2024 for child (A.R.) was not noted on the incident log. .0802(g)(1-6) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. There was not a current Health Questionnaire on file for (A.R.) and (G.S.). .0701(d) 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. Child (A.R.) 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; child (D.R.) did not have an enrollment date on the policy. .0608(b)(1-6) 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 March 25, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The operator must submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one (1) week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). The fire inspection is current that was completed April 2024. Send a copy of the new inspection report when it is received. -Incident logs must be completed and maintained as required. Document each Incident Report on the Incident Log (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g)1-6). -A children's file must have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy as well as the child's enrollment date (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608(b)(1- 6)). -Rake mulch in the play area to maintain height of surfacing (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Each staff member must have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(d)). -Substitute caregivers must have the following: Medical Report, TB Test, Emergency Information Form, Health Questionnaire, and Current Criminal Background Check (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 . 0701). Ms. Remmie met the qualifications for substitute. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. The water was initially tested on July 20, 2021; the samples were sent in on January 27, 2025; awaiting results. -NCID Password Rule to Change If you have a MYNCID or NCID account, you may have received an email this week announcing changes to the password rules. As part of ongoing efforts to protect state systems and data, the N.C. Department of Information Technology will be changing the minimum length of NCID passwords from eight to 14 characters. The change will affect state agency staff as well as external users like citizens, providers, and state and local county staff. There is no action you need to take on or before February 23rd. When you change your current password after Feb. 23, however, you will be required to create a new one that must: • Be a minimum of 14 characters. • Consist of at least one numeric character, at least one uppercase letter, at least one lowercase letter, and at least one special character such as #, &, * etc. • Passwords shall not contain number or character substitutes to create dictionary words (e.g., d33psl33p for deep sleep). Strong, unique passwords – along with practicing mindful cybersecurity practices – are key components to protecting your devices and personal information at home and at work. -The facility's email address noted in Regulatory was verified as correct; provider confirmed that she is receiving emails. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/11/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 01:00 PM Time Out: 04:55 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Georgiana Street, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 15, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 31, 2025 with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted April 29, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; last updated April 24, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-seven (87) percent as of March 10, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on March 11, 2025 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. Upon arrival, I observed the children having nap time; there were two (2) children present. One (1) child was provided an activity (manipulatives) while the other child napped. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills; a violation was cited for the Incident Log. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation for Shaken Baby Syndrome Policy. Staff files were monitored. Ms. Remmie file was monitored and observed for Health Questionnaire, Emergency Information, First Aid and CPR, and a Criminal Qualifying Letter; Ms. Remmie, has completed ten (10) hours for in-service training hours, and Ms. Remmie is current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for Health Questionnaire forms. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. Three (3) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. An incident report that was completed on May 31, 2024 for child (A.R.) was not noted on the incident log. .0802(g)(1-6) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. There was not a current Health Questionnaire on file for (A.R.) and (G.S.). .0701(d) 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. Child (A.R.) 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; child (D.R.) did not have an enrollment date on the policy. .0608(b)(1-6) 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 March 25, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The operator must submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one (1) week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). The fire inspection is current that was completed April 2024. Send a copy of the new inspection report when it is received. -Incident logs must be completed and maintained as required. Document each Incident Report on the Incident Log (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g)1-6). -A children's file must have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy as well as the child's enrollment date (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608(b)(1- 6)). -Rake mulch in the play area to maintain height of surfacing (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Each staff member must have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(d)). -Substitute caregivers must have the following: Medical Report, TB Test, Emergency Information Form, Health Questionnaire, and Current Criminal Background Check (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 . 0701). Ms. Remmie met the qualifications for substitute. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. The water was initially tested on July 20, 2021; the samples were sent in on January 27, 2025; awaiting results. -NCID Password Rule to Change If you have a MYNCID or NCID account, you may have received an email this week announcing changes to the password rules. As part of ongoing efforts to protect state systems and data, the N.C. Department of Information Technology will be changing the minimum length of NCID passwords from eight to 14 characters. The change will affect state agency staff as well as external users like citizens, providers, and state and local county staff. There is no action you need to take on or before February 23rd. When you change your current password after Feb. 23, however, you will be required to create a new one that must: • Be a minimum of 14 characters. • Consist of at least one numeric character, at least one uppercase letter, at least one lowercase letter, and at least one special character such as #, &, * etc. • Passwords shall not contain number or character substitutes to create dictionary words (e.g., d33psl33p for deep sleep). Strong, unique passwords – along with practicing mindful cybersecurity practices – are key components to protecting your devices and personal information at home and at work. -The facility's email address noted in Regulatory was verified as correct; provider confirmed that she is receiving emails. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/11/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 01:00 PM Time Out: 04:55 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Georgiana Street, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 15, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 31, 2025 with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted April 29, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; last updated April 24, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-seven (87) percent as of March 10, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on March 11, 2025 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. Upon arrival, I observed the children having nap time; there were two (2) children present. One (1) child was provided an activity (manipulatives) while the other child napped. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills; a violation was cited for the Incident Log. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation for Shaken Baby Syndrome Policy. Staff files were monitored. Ms. Remmie file was monitored and observed for Health Questionnaire, Emergency Information, First Aid and CPR, and a Criminal Qualifying Letter; Ms. Remmie, has completed ten (10) hours for in-service training hours, and Ms. Remmie is current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for Health Questionnaire forms. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. Three (3) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. An incident report that was completed on May 31, 2024 for child (A.R.) was not noted on the incident log. .0802(g)(1-6) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. There was not a current Health Questionnaire on file for (A.R.) and (G.S.). .0701(d) 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. Child (A.R.) 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; child (D.R.) did not have an enrollment date on the policy. .0608(b)(1-6) 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 March 25, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The operator must submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one (1) week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). The fire inspection is current that was completed April 2024. Send a copy of the new inspection report when it is received. -Incident logs must be completed and maintained as required. Document each Incident Report on the Incident Log (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g)1-6). -A children's file must have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy as well as the child's enrollment date (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608(b)(1- 6)). -Rake mulch in the play area to maintain height of surfacing (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Each staff member must have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(d)). -Substitute caregivers must have the following: Medical Report, TB Test, Emergency Information Form, Health Questionnaire, and Current Criminal Background Check (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 . 0701). Ms. Remmie met the qualifications for substitute. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. The water was initially tested on July 20, 2021; the samples were sent in on January 27, 2025; awaiting results. -NCID Password Rule to Change If you have a MYNCID or NCID account, you may have received an email this week announcing changes to the password rules. As part of ongoing efforts to protect state systems and data, the N.C. Department of Information Technology will be changing the minimum length of NCID passwords from eight to 14 characters. The change will affect state agency staff as well as external users like citizens, providers, and state and local county staff. There is no action you need to take on or before February 23rd. When you change your current password after Feb. 23, however, you will be required to create a new one that must: • Be a minimum of 14 characters. • Consist of at least one numeric character, at least one uppercase letter, at least one lowercase letter, and at least one special character such as #, &, * etc. • Passwords shall not contain number or character substitutes to create dictionary words (e.g., d33psl33p for deep sleep). Strong, unique passwords – along with practicing mindful cybersecurity practices – are key components to protecting your devices and personal information at home and at work. -The facility's email address noted in Regulatory was verified as correct; provider confirmed that she is receiving emails. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0608 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/11/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 01:00 PM Time Out: 04:55 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Georgiana Street, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 15, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 31, 2025 with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted April 29, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; last updated April 24, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-seven (87) percent as of March 10, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on March 11, 2025 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. Upon arrival, I observed the children having nap time; there were two (2) children present. One (1) child was provided an activity (manipulatives) while the other child napped. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills; a violation was cited for the Incident Log. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation for Shaken Baby Syndrome Policy. Staff files were monitored. Ms. Remmie file was monitored and observed for Health Questionnaire, Emergency Information, First Aid and CPR, and a Criminal Qualifying Letter; Ms. Remmie, has completed ten (10) hours for in-service training hours, and Ms. Remmie is current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for Health Questionnaire forms. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. Three (3) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. An incident report that was completed on May 31, 2024 for child (A.R.) was not noted on the incident log. .0802(g)(1-6) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. There was not a current Health Questionnaire on file for (A.R.) and (G.S.). .0701(d) 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. Child (A.R.) 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; child (D.R.) did not have an enrollment date on the policy. .0608(b)(1-6) 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 March 25, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The operator must submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one (1) week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). The fire inspection is current that was completed April 2024. Send a copy of the new inspection report when it is received. -Incident logs must be completed and maintained as required. Document each Incident Report on the Incident Log (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g)1-6). -A children's file must have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy as well as the child's enrollment date (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608(b)(1- 6)). -Rake mulch in the play area to maintain height of surfacing (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Each staff member must have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(d)). -Substitute caregivers must have the following: Medical Report, TB Test, Emergency Information Form, Health Questionnaire, and Current Criminal Background Check (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 . 0701). Ms. Remmie met the qualifications for substitute. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. The water was initially tested on July 20, 2021; the samples were sent in on January 27, 2025; awaiting results. -NCID Password Rule to Change If you have a MYNCID or NCID account, you may have received an email this week announcing changes to the password rules. As part of ongoing efforts to protect state systems and data, the N.C. Department of Information Technology will be changing the minimum length of NCID passwords from eight to 14 characters. The change will affect state agency staff as well as external users like citizens, providers, and state and local county staff. There is no action you need to take on or before February 23rd. When you change your current password after Feb. 23, however, you will be required to create a new one that must: • Be a minimum of 14 characters. • Consist of at least one numeric character, at least one uppercase letter, at least one lowercase letter, and at least one special character such as #, &, * etc. • Passwords shall not contain number or character substitutes to create dictionary words (e.g., d33psl33p for deep sleep). Strong, unique passwords – along with practicing mindful cybersecurity practices – are key components to protecting your devices and personal information at home and at work. -The facility's email address noted in Regulatory was verified as correct; provider confirmed that she is receiving emails. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/11/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 01:00 PM Time Out: 04:55 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Georgiana Street, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 15, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 31, 2025 with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted April 29, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; last updated April 24, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-seven (87) percent as of March 10, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on March 11, 2025 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. Upon arrival, I observed the children having nap time; there were two (2) children present. One (1) child was provided an activity (manipulatives) while the other child napped. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills; a violation was cited for the Incident Log. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation for Shaken Baby Syndrome Policy. Staff files were monitored. Ms. Remmie file was monitored and observed for Health Questionnaire, Emergency Information, First Aid and CPR, and a Criminal Qualifying Letter; Ms. Remmie, has completed ten (10) hours for in-service training hours, and Ms. Remmie is current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for Health Questionnaire forms. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. Three (3) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. An incident report that was completed on May 31, 2024 for child (A.R.) was not noted on the incident log. .0802(g)(1-6) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. There was not a current Health Questionnaire on file for (A.R.) and (G.S.). .0701(d) 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. Child (A.R.) 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; child (D.R.) did not have an enrollment date on the policy. .0608(b)(1-6) 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 March 25, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The operator must submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one (1) week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). The fire inspection is current that was completed April 2024. Send a copy of the new inspection report when it is received. -Incident logs must be completed and maintained as required. Document each Incident Report on the Incident Log (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g)1-6). -A children's file must have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy as well as the child's enrollment date (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608(b)(1- 6)). -Rake mulch in the play area to maintain height of surfacing (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Each staff member must have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(d)). -Substitute caregivers must have the following: Medical Report, TB Test, Emergency Information Form, Health Questionnaire, and Current Criminal Background Check (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 . 0701). Ms. Remmie met the qualifications for substitute. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. The water was initially tested on July 20, 2021; the samples were sent in on January 27, 2025; awaiting results. -NCID Password Rule to Change If you have a MYNCID or NCID account, you may have received an email this week announcing changes to the password rules. As part of ongoing efforts to protect state systems and data, the N.C. Department of Information Technology will be changing the minimum length of NCID passwords from eight to 14 characters. The change will affect state agency staff as well as external users like citizens, providers, and state and local county staff. There is no action you need to take on or before February 23rd. When you change your current password after Feb. 23, however, you will be required to create a new one that must: • Be a minimum of 14 characters. • Consist of at least one numeric character, at least one uppercase letter, at least one lowercase letter, and at least one special character such as #, &, * etc. • Passwords shall not contain number or character substitutes to create dictionary words (e.g., d33psl33p for deep sleep). Strong, unique passwords – along with practicing mindful cybersecurity practices – are key components to protecting your devices and personal information at home and at work. -The facility's email address noted in Regulatory was verified as correct; provider confirmed that she is receiving emails. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/11/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 01:00 PM Time Out: 04:55 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Georgiana Street, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 15, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 31, 2025 with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted April 29, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; last updated April 24, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-seven (87) percent as of March 10, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on March 11, 2025 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. Upon arrival, I observed the children having nap time; there were two (2) children present. One (1) child was provided an activity (manipulatives) while the other child napped. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills; a violation was cited for the Incident Log. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation for Shaken Baby Syndrome Policy. Staff files were monitored. Ms. Remmie file was monitored and observed for Health Questionnaire, Emergency Information, First Aid and CPR, and a Criminal Qualifying Letter; Ms. Remmie, has completed ten (10) hours for in-service training hours, and Ms. Remmie is current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for Health Questionnaire forms. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. Three (3) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. An incident report that was completed on May 31, 2024 for child (A.R.) was not noted on the incident log. .0802(g)(1-6) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. There was not a current Health Questionnaire on file for (A.R.) and (G.S.). .0701(d) 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. Child (A.R.) 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; child (D.R.) did not have an enrollment date on the policy. .0608(b)(1-6) 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 March 25, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The operator must submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one (1) week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). The fire inspection is current that was completed April 2024. Send a copy of the new inspection report when it is received. -Incident logs must be completed and maintained as required. Document each Incident Report on the Incident Log (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g)1-6). -A children's file must have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy as well as the child's enrollment date (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608(b)(1- 6)). -Rake mulch in the play area to maintain height of surfacing (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Each staff member must have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(d)). -Substitute caregivers must have the following: Medical Report, TB Test, Emergency Information Form, Health Questionnaire, and Current Criminal Background Check (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 . 0701). Ms. Remmie met the qualifications for substitute. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. The water was initially tested on July 20, 2021; the samples were sent in on January 27, 2025; awaiting results. -NCID Password Rule to Change If you have a MYNCID or NCID account, you may have received an email this week announcing changes to the password rules. As part of ongoing efforts to protect state systems and data, the N.C. Department of Information Technology will be changing the minimum length of NCID passwords from eight to 14 characters. The change will affect state agency staff as well as external users like citizens, providers, and state and local county staff. There is no action you need to take on or before February 23rd. When you change your current password after Feb. 23, however, you will be required to create a new one that must: • Be a minimum of 14 characters. • Consist of at least one numeric character, at least one uppercase letter, at least one lowercase letter, and at least one special character such as #, &, * etc. • Passwords shall not contain number or character substitutes to create dictionary words (e.g., d33psl33p for deep sleep). Strong, unique passwords – along with practicing mindful cybersecurity practices – are key components to protecting your devices and personal information at home and at work. -The facility's email address noted in Regulatory was verified as correct; provider confirmed that she is receiving emails. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1725 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/11/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 01:00 PM Time Out: 04:55 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Georgiana Street, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 15, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 31, 2025 with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted April 29, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; last updated April 24, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-seven (87) percent as of March 10, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on March 11, 2025 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. Upon arrival, I observed the children having nap time; there were two (2) children present. One (1) child was provided an activity (manipulatives) while the other child napped. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills; a violation was cited for the Incident Log. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation for Shaken Baby Syndrome Policy. Staff files were monitored. Ms. Remmie file was monitored and observed for Health Questionnaire, Emergency Information, First Aid and CPR, and a Criminal Qualifying Letter; Ms. Remmie, has completed ten (10) hours for in-service training hours, and Ms. Remmie is current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for Health Questionnaire forms. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. Three (3) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. An incident report that was completed on May 31, 2024 for child (A.R.) was not noted on the incident log. .0802(g)(1-6) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. There was not a current Health Questionnaire on file for (A.R.) and (G.S.). .0701(d) 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. Child (A.R.) 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; child (D.R.) did not have an enrollment date on the policy. .0608(b)(1-6) 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 March 25, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The operator must submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one (1) week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). The fire inspection is current that was completed April 2024. Send a copy of the new inspection report when it is received. -Incident logs must be completed and maintained as required. Document each Incident Report on the Incident Log (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g)1-6). -A children's file must have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy as well as the child's enrollment date (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608(b)(1- 6)). -Rake mulch in the play area to maintain height of surfacing (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Each staff member must have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(d)). -Substitute caregivers must have the following: Medical Report, TB Test, Emergency Information Form, Health Questionnaire, and Current Criminal Background Check (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 . 0701). Ms. Remmie met the qualifications for substitute. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. The water was initially tested on July 20, 2021; the samples were sent in on January 27, 2025; awaiting results. -NCID Password Rule to Change If you have a MYNCID or NCID account, you may have received an email this week announcing changes to the password rules. As part of ongoing efforts to protect state systems and data, the N.C. Department of Information Technology will be changing the minimum length of NCID passwords from eight to 14 characters. The change will affect state agency staff as well as external users like citizens, providers, and state and local county staff. There is no action you need to take on or before February 23rd. When you change your current password after Feb. 23, however, you will be required to create a new one that must: • Be a minimum of 14 characters. • Consist of at least one numeric character, at least one uppercase letter, at least one lowercase letter, and at least one special character such as #, &, * etc. • Passwords shall not contain number or character substitutes to create dictionary words (e.g., d33psl33p for deep sleep). Strong, unique passwords – along with practicing mindful cybersecurity practices – are key components to protecting your devices and personal information at home and at work. -The facility's email address noted in Regulatory was verified as correct; provider confirmed that she is receiving emails. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/11/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 01:00 PM Time Out: 04:55 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Georgiana Street, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 15, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 31, 2025 with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted April 29, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; last updated April 24, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-seven (87) percent as of March 10, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on March 11, 2025 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. Upon arrival, I observed the children having nap time; there were two (2) children present. One (1) child was provided an activity (manipulatives) while the other child napped. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills; a violation was cited for the Incident Log. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation for Shaken Baby Syndrome Policy. Staff files were monitored. Ms. Remmie file was monitored and observed for Health Questionnaire, Emergency Information, First Aid and CPR, and a Criminal Qualifying Letter; Ms. Remmie, has completed ten (10) hours for in-service training hours, and Ms. Remmie is current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for Health Questionnaire forms. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. Three (3) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. An incident report that was completed on May 31, 2024 for child (A.R.) was not noted on the incident log. .0802(g)(1-6) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. There was not a current Health Questionnaire on file for (A.R.) and (G.S.). .0701(d) 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. Child (A.R.) 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; child (D.R.) did not have an enrollment date on the policy. .0608(b)(1-6) 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 March 25, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The operator must submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one (1) week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). The fire inspection is current that was completed April 2024. Send a copy of the new inspection report when it is received. -Incident logs must be completed and maintained as required. Document each Incident Report on the Incident Log (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g)1-6). -A children's file must have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy as well as the child's enrollment date (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608(b)(1- 6)). -Rake mulch in the play area to maintain height of surfacing (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Each staff member must have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(d)). -Substitute caregivers must have the following: Medical Report, TB Test, Emergency Information Form, Health Questionnaire, and Current Criminal Background Check (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 . 0701). Ms. Remmie met the qualifications for substitute. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. The water was initially tested on July 20, 2021; the samples were sent in on January 27, 2025; awaiting results. -NCID Password Rule to Change If you have a MYNCID or NCID account, you may have received an email this week announcing changes to the password rules. As part of ongoing efforts to protect state systems and data, the N.C. Department of Information Technology will be changing the minimum length of NCID passwords from eight to 14 characters. The change will affect state agency staff as well as external users like citizens, providers, and state and local county staff. There is no action you need to take on or before February 23rd. When you change your current password after Feb. 23, however, you will be required to create a new one that must: • Be a minimum of 14 characters. • Consist of at least one numeric character, at least one uppercase letter, at least one lowercase letter, and at least one special character such as #, &, * etc. • Passwords shall not contain number or character substitutes to create dictionary words (e.g., d33psl33p for deep sleep). Strong, unique passwords – along with practicing mindful cybersecurity practices – are key components to protecting your devices and personal information at home and at work. -The facility's email address noted in Regulatory was verified as correct; provider confirmed that she is receiving emails. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 3/11/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 01:00 PM Time Out: 04:55 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Georgiana Street, and I explained the purpose of the visit. No one else was present in the center. Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued April 4, 2018 earning five (5) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 15, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 31, 2025 with a “Superior” classification with zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection on file was conducted April 29, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; last updated April 24, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-seven (87) percent as of March 10, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on March 11, 2025 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. Upon arrival, I observed the children having nap time; there were two (2) children present. One (1) child was provided an activity (manipulatives) while the other child napped. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Item Center Listing for Child Care Centers was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Menu, Incident Log, First Aid Poster, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills; a violation was cited for the Incident Log. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation for Shaken Baby Syndrome Policy. Staff files were monitored. Ms. Remmie file was monitored and observed for Health Questionnaire, Emergency Information, First Aid and CPR, and a Criminal Qualifying Letter; Ms. Remmie, has completed ten (10) hours for in-service training hours, and Ms. Remmie is current with ITS-SIDS training; a violation was cited for Health Questionnaire forms. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. Three (3) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. An incident report that was completed on May 31, 2024 for child (A.R.) was not noted on the incident log. .0802(g)(1-6) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. There was not a current Health Questionnaire on file for (A.R.) and (G.S.). .0701(d) 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. Child (A.R.) 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; child (D.R.) did not have an enrollment date on the policy. .0608(b)(1-6) 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 March 25, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The operator must submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one (1) week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a)). The fire inspection is current that was completed April 2024. Send a copy of the new inspection report when it is received. -Incident logs must be completed and maintained as required. Document each Incident Report on the Incident Log (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g)1-6). -A children's file must have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy as well as the child's enrollment date (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608(b)(1- 6)). -Rake mulch in the play area to maintain height of surfacing (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Each staff member must have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(d)). -Substitute caregivers must have the following: Medical Report, TB Test, Emergency Information Form, Health Questionnaire, and Current Criminal Background Check (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 . 0701). Ms. Remmie met the qualifications for substitute. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. The water was initially tested on July 20, 2021; the samples were sent in on January 27, 2025; awaiting results. -NCID Password Rule to Change If you have a MYNCID or NCID account, you may have received an email this week announcing changes to the password rules. As part of ongoing efforts to protect state systems and data, the N.C. Department of Information Technology will be changing the minimum length of NCID passwords from eight to 14 characters. The change will affect state agency staff as well as external users like citizens, providers, and state and local county staff. There is no action you need to take on or before February 23rd. When you change your current password after Feb. 23, however, you will be required to create a new one that must: • Be a minimum of 14 characters. • Consist of at least one numeric character, at least one uppercase letter, at least one lowercase letter, and at least one special character such as #, &, * etc. • Passwords shall not contain number or character substitutes to create dictionary words (e.g., d33psl33p for deep sleep). Strong, unique passwords – along with practicing mindful cybersecurity practices – are key components to protecting your devices and personal information at home and at work. -The facility's email address noted in Regulatory was verified as correct; provider confirmed that she is receiving emails. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/15/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 4/15/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 365 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 03:15 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Dixine Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie was present during the visit. The program currently operates as a Three-Star License Facility effective April 4, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 25, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed April 6, 2023 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted April 24, 2023 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated February 19, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of April 14, 2024. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on April 15, 2024 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. I completed a walkthrough of the center and the outdoor play area. I observed Ms. Remmie having supervised "tummy-time" with infant children in space 3. In space 1., I observed the children having supervised independent play. There are no children enrolled in second shift. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the Item Center Listing was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills. A violation was cited for Lockdown Drills, and a violation was cited for the Emergency Medical Care Plan. The First Aid Poster was not posted and a violation was cited. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation was cited. Staff files were monitored. There are no new staff. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. A violation was cited for outdoor hazards. Five (5) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. There was chipping paint on the outdoor play structure; wooden pallet near the entrance of the outdoor play area. .0601(c) 830 A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information. A First Aid information sheet was not posted. .0802(h) 832 There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan. The emergency medical care was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Off premises form for (A.A.D) was not valid for twelve (12) months; expired February 20, 2024. For (K.M.) the form expired January 3, 2024; Child (D.D.) did not have an Off Premise Form. .1005(b)(4) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-n-place was not practiced every three (3) months; practiced September 3, 2023, February 13, 2024, and March 14, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 29, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024, and requiring the North Carolina Child Care Commission to make recommendations for modernizing the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. -Your facility has been assigned to Cohort 1: Prep year 7/1/23-6/30/24, Reassessment year 7/1/24-6/30/25. Please refer to the link for additional information: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The Shelter-in-Place or lockdown drill must be practiced every three months. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(u) and .0303(d)(8). -The First Aid poster must be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(h). -The Emergency Medical Care Plan must be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0802(a). -Log all Incident Reports on the center Incident Log. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0802(g)(1-6). -Ms. Remmie stated that the landscaper is in the process of applying mulch under the play equipment; mulch was available and has not been applied due to recent rain. -The outdoor play area was not free of hazards. There was chipping paint on the outdoor play structure and a wooden pallet near the entrance of the outdoor play area. Make sure the outdoor play area is free of hazards. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0601(c). -The Off-Premise forms must be completed by each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve (12) months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis. Refer to Child Care Rule .1005(b)(4). Ms. Dixon Remmie stated that she will update Off Premise Forms in all children's forms. -Staff must complete required ongoing training annually. Ms. Dixine Remmie must complete eight (8) hours of ongoing training, and Mr. Willie Williams must complete eight (8) hours of ongoing training by April 25, 2024; provide copies of certificates by email. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. -Ms. Agnes Remmie was informed that emails are returned when emails are sent to the center's email address:auntiemammiesdaycare@gmail.com. Ms. Remmie confirmed the email as correct. -Ms. Agnes Remmie stated that she has already contacted her fire inspector for an inspection; last inspection was completed April 24, 2024. -Continue to review and update the EPR Plan annually. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/15/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 4/15/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 365 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 03:15 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Dixine Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie was present during the visit. The program currently operates as a Three-Star License Facility effective April 4, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 25, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed April 6, 2023 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted April 24, 2023 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated February 19, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of April 14, 2024. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on April 15, 2024 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. I completed a walkthrough of the center and the outdoor play area. I observed Ms. Remmie having supervised "tummy-time" with infant children in space 3. In space 1., I observed the children having supervised independent play. There are no children enrolled in second shift. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the Item Center Listing was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills. A violation was cited for Lockdown Drills, and a violation was cited for the Emergency Medical Care Plan. The First Aid Poster was not posted and a violation was cited. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation was cited. Staff files were monitored. There are no new staff. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. A violation was cited for outdoor hazards. Five (5) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. There was chipping paint on the outdoor play structure; wooden pallet near the entrance of the outdoor play area. .0601(c) 830 A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information. A First Aid information sheet was not posted. .0802(h) 832 There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan. The emergency medical care was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Off premises form for (A.A.D) was not valid for twelve (12) months; expired February 20, 2024. For (K.M.) the form expired January 3, 2024; Child (D.D.) did not have an Off Premise Form. .1005(b)(4) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-n-place was not practiced every three (3) months; practiced September 3, 2023, February 13, 2024, and March 14, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 29, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024, and requiring the North Carolina Child Care Commission to make recommendations for modernizing the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. -Your facility has been assigned to Cohort 1: Prep year 7/1/23-6/30/24, Reassessment year 7/1/24-6/30/25. Please refer to the link for additional information: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The Shelter-in-Place or lockdown drill must be practiced every three months. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(u) and .0303(d)(8). -The First Aid poster must be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(h). -The Emergency Medical Care Plan must be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0802(a). -Log all Incident Reports on the center Incident Log. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0802(g)(1-6). -Ms. Remmie stated that the landscaper is in the process of applying mulch under the play equipment; mulch was available and has not been applied due to recent rain. -The outdoor play area was not free of hazards. There was chipping paint on the outdoor play structure and a wooden pallet near the entrance of the outdoor play area. Make sure the outdoor play area is free of hazards. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0601(c). -The Off-Premise forms must be completed by each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve (12) months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis. Refer to Child Care Rule .1005(b)(4). Ms. Dixon Remmie stated that she will update Off Premise Forms in all children's forms. -Staff must complete required ongoing training annually. Ms. Dixine Remmie must complete eight (8) hours of ongoing training, and Mr. Willie Williams must complete eight (8) hours of ongoing training by April 25, 2024; provide copies of certificates by email. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. -Ms. Agnes Remmie was informed that emails are returned when emails are sent to the center's email address:auntiemammiesdaycare@gmail.com. Ms. Remmie confirmed the email as correct. -Ms. Agnes Remmie stated that she has already contacted her fire inspector for an inspection; last inspection was completed April 24, 2024. -Continue to review and update the EPR Plan annually. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/15/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 4/15/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 365 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 03:15 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Dixine Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie was present during the visit. The program currently operates as a Three-Star License Facility effective April 4, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 25, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed April 6, 2023 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted April 24, 2023 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated February 19, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of April 14, 2024. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on April 15, 2024 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. I completed a walkthrough of the center and the outdoor play area. I observed Ms. Remmie having supervised "tummy-time" with infant children in space 3. In space 1., I observed the children having supervised independent play. There are no children enrolled in second shift. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the Item Center Listing was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills. A violation was cited for Lockdown Drills, and a violation was cited for the Emergency Medical Care Plan. The First Aid Poster was not posted and a violation was cited. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation was cited. Staff files were monitored. There are no new staff. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. A violation was cited for outdoor hazards. Five (5) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. There was chipping paint on the outdoor play structure; wooden pallet near the entrance of the outdoor play area. .0601(c) 830 A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information. A First Aid information sheet was not posted. .0802(h) 832 There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan. The emergency medical care was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Off premises form for (A.A.D) was not valid for twelve (12) months; expired February 20, 2024. For (K.M.) the form expired January 3, 2024; Child (D.D.) did not have an Off Premise Form. .1005(b)(4) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-n-place was not practiced every three (3) months; practiced September 3, 2023, February 13, 2024, and March 14, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 29, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024, and requiring the North Carolina Child Care Commission to make recommendations for modernizing the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. -Your facility has been assigned to Cohort 1: Prep year 7/1/23-6/30/24, Reassessment year 7/1/24-6/30/25. Please refer to the link for additional information: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The Shelter-in-Place or lockdown drill must be practiced every three months. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(u) and .0303(d)(8). -The First Aid poster must be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(h). -The Emergency Medical Care Plan must be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0802(a). -Log all Incident Reports on the center Incident Log. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0802(g)(1-6). -Ms. Remmie stated that the landscaper is in the process of applying mulch under the play equipment; mulch was available and has not been applied due to recent rain. -The outdoor play area was not free of hazards. There was chipping paint on the outdoor play structure and a wooden pallet near the entrance of the outdoor play area. Make sure the outdoor play area is free of hazards. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0601(c). -The Off-Premise forms must be completed by each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve (12) months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis. Refer to Child Care Rule .1005(b)(4). Ms. Dixon Remmie stated that she will update Off Premise Forms in all children's forms. -Staff must complete required ongoing training annually. Ms. Dixine Remmie must complete eight (8) hours of ongoing training, and Mr. Willie Williams must complete eight (8) hours of ongoing training by April 25, 2024; provide copies of certificates by email. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. -Ms. Agnes Remmie was informed that emails are returned when emails are sent to the center's email address:auntiemammiesdaycare@gmail.com. Ms. Remmie confirmed the email as correct. -Ms. Agnes Remmie stated that she has already contacted her fire inspector for an inspection; last inspection was completed April 24, 2024. -Continue to review and update the EPR Plan annually. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1103 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/15/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 4/15/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 365 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 03:15 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Dixine Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie was present during the visit. The program currently operates as a Three-Star License Facility effective April 4, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 25, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed April 6, 2023 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted April 24, 2023 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated February 19, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of April 14, 2024. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on April 15, 2024 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. I completed a walkthrough of the center and the outdoor play area. I observed Ms. Remmie having supervised "tummy-time" with infant children in space 3. In space 1., I observed the children having supervised independent play. There are no children enrolled in second shift. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the Item Center Listing was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills. A violation was cited for Lockdown Drills, and a violation was cited for the Emergency Medical Care Plan. The First Aid Poster was not posted and a violation was cited. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation was cited. Staff files were monitored. There are no new staff. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. A violation was cited for outdoor hazards. Five (5) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. There was chipping paint on the outdoor play structure; wooden pallet near the entrance of the outdoor play area. .0601(c) 830 A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information. A First Aid information sheet was not posted. .0802(h) 832 There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan. The emergency medical care was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Off premises form for (A.A.D) was not valid for twelve (12) months; expired February 20, 2024. For (K.M.) the form expired January 3, 2024; Child (D.D.) did not have an Off Premise Form. .1005(b)(4) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-n-place was not practiced every three (3) months; practiced September 3, 2023, February 13, 2024, and March 14, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 29, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024, and requiring the North Carolina Child Care Commission to make recommendations for modernizing the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. -Your facility has been assigned to Cohort 1: Prep year 7/1/23-6/30/24, Reassessment year 7/1/24-6/30/25. Please refer to the link for additional information: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The Shelter-in-Place or lockdown drill must be practiced every three months. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(u) and .0303(d)(8). -The First Aid poster must be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(h). -The Emergency Medical Care Plan must be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0802(a). -Log all Incident Reports on the center Incident Log. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0802(g)(1-6). -Ms. Remmie stated that the landscaper is in the process of applying mulch under the play equipment; mulch was available and has not been applied due to recent rain. -The outdoor play area was not free of hazards. There was chipping paint on the outdoor play structure and a wooden pallet near the entrance of the outdoor play area. Make sure the outdoor play area is free of hazards. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0601(c). -The Off-Premise forms must be completed by each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve (12) months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis. Refer to Child Care Rule .1005(b)(4). Ms. Dixon Remmie stated that she will update Off Premise Forms in all children's forms. -Staff must complete required ongoing training annually. Ms. Dixine Remmie must complete eight (8) hours of ongoing training, and Mr. Willie Williams must complete eight (8) hours of ongoing training by April 25, 2024; provide copies of certificates by email. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. -Ms. Agnes Remmie was informed that emails are returned when emails are sent to the center's email address:auntiemammiesdaycare@gmail.com. Ms. Remmie confirmed the email as correct. -Ms. Agnes Remmie stated that she has already contacted her fire inspector for an inspection; last inspection was completed April 24, 2024. -Continue to review and update the EPR Plan annually. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/15/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 4/15/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 365 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 03:15 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. I was greeted by Teacher, Ms. Dixine Remmie, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie was present during the visit. The program currently operates as a Three-Star License Facility effective April 4, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted April 25, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed April 6, 2023 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted April 24, 2023 and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated February 19, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of April 14, 2024. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on April 15, 2024 and Auntie Mammie's Loving Care was listed as current-active. I completed a walkthrough of the center and the outdoor play area. I observed Ms. Remmie having supervised "tummy-time" with infant children in space 3. In space 1., I observed the children having supervised independent play. There are no children enrolled in second shift. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the Item Center Listing was used to monitor the visit. A copy of the Monitoring Checklist was provided after the visit. The following programs requirements were observed posted: Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Daily Schedules and Activity Plans, and Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills. A violation was cited for Lockdown Drills, and a violation was cited for the Emergency Medical Care Plan. The First Aid Poster was not posted and a violation was cited. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; a violation was cited. Staff files were monitored. There are no new staff. There are no children with emergency medication or medication(s); no children with allergies. The center does not provide transportation, and there is a vehicle in case of an emergency. The outdoor play area was monitored. A violation was cited for outdoor hazards. Five (5) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. There was chipping paint on the outdoor play structure; wooden pallet near the entrance of the outdoor play area. .0601(c) 830 A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information. A First Aid information sheet was not posted. .0802(h) 832 There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan. The emergency medical care was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Off premises form for (A.A.D) was not valid for twelve (12) months; expired February 20, 2024. For (K.M.) the form expired January 3, 2024; Child (D.D.) did not have an Off Premise Form. .1005(b)(4) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The shelter-n-place was not practiced every three (3) months; practiced September 3, 2023, February 13, 2024, and March 14, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 29, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024, and requiring the North Carolina Child Care Commission to make recommendations for modernizing the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. -Your facility has been assigned to Cohort 1: Prep year 7/1/23-6/30/24, Reassessment year 7/1/24-6/30/25. Please refer to the link for additional information: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -The Shelter-in-Place or lockdown drill must be practiced every three months. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(u) and .0303(d)(8). -The First Aid poster must be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(h). -The Emergency Medical Care Plan must be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0802(a). -Log all Incident Reports on the center Incident Log. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0802(g)(1-6). -Ms. Remmie stated that the landscaper is in the process of applying mulch under the play equipment; mulch was available and has not been applied due to recent rain. -The outdoor play area was not free of hazards. There was chipping paint on the outdoor play structure and a wooden pallet near the entrance of the outdoor play area. Make sure the outdoor play area is free of hazards. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0601(c). -The Off-Premise forms must be completed by each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve (12) months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis. Refer to Child Care Rule .1005(b)(4). Ms. Dixon Remmie stated that she will update Off Premise Forms in all children's forms. -Staff must complete required ongoing training annually. Ms. Dixine Remmie must complete eight (8) hours of ongoing training, and Mr. Willie Williams must complete eight (8) hours of ongoing training by April 25, 2024; provide copies of certificates by email. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. -Ms. Agnes Remmie was informed that emails are returned when emails are sent to the center's email address:auntiemammiesdaycare@gmail.com. Ms. Remmie confirmed the email as correct. -Ms. Agnes Remmie stated that she has already contacted her fire inspector for an inspection; last inspection was completed April 24, 2024. -Continue to review and update the EPR Plan annually. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/20/2023 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 10/20/2023 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 234 Time In: 09:01 AM Time Out: 12:55 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 applicable child care rules and laws during a Routine Unannounced visit. I was greeted by Teacher, Mr. Willie Williams and I explained the purpose of the visit. The Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie, was not present upon arrival, and Ms. Remmie arrived during the visit. The facility currently holds a Three-Star License issued April 4, 2018, and had a compliance history score of 94% prior today’s visit. The facility’s last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 25, 2023. Upon arrival, I observed children having supervised independent play. There were three (3) children present upon arrival, two (2) toddlers and one (1) preschool age child. I observed the children preparing to complete an art activity with Mr. Williams. There are no children enrolled on second shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Child Care Center Checklist and the Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when Mr. Williams spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff are current with CPR. First Aid: Staff are current with First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing training. ITS-SIDS: Staff are current with ITS-SIDS training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are administered in the facility at this time; no child(ren) with medications. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, and a violation was cited. Storage of Medication: There are no medications currently stored. General Safety: There are no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill were complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were complete and up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. Staff records were not made available during the visit, and a violation was cited. License Posted: The license was observed posted on the information board. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on April 6, 2023, with a total demerit score of two (2), and a "Superior" classification. The last fire inspection was completed on April 24, 2023, according to the Fire Permit listed, April 24, 2023 to May 1, 2024. Three (3) violations were cited during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A storage room was not locked and contained a bottle of Windex, a bottle of Peroxide, and two (2) gallons of paint. .2820(b) 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. The center's safe sleep policy was not posted. .0606(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Mr. Williams did not have access to all facility records, including staff records, while Ms. Remmie was away from the facility. G.S. 110-91( 9) 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 Monday November 3, 2023, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided during the visit: -Prior to today's visit the facility has a compliance history score of 94%. -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -House Bill 103: Effective July 11, 2022, individuals have five (5) years to renew their criminal record check instead of every three (3) years. -On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024, and requiring the North Carolina Child Care Commission to make recommendations for modernizing the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. -NCDHHS Children’s Environmental Health has conducted a series of virtual trainings on the recently re-adopted Child Care Sanitation Rules, effective July 1, 2023. -The North Carolina Child Care Commission and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education are collaborating to modernize NC’s child care quality rating and improvement system (QRIS), commonly known as the Star Rated License. We are developing a plan that will be reviewed by the legislature in Spring 2024. During the next few months, we are collecting information from parents, teachers, administrators, operators, and partners to consider in the plan. -You may also complete an online survey or write to DCDEE_QRIS@dhhs.nc.gov. -Your facility has been assigned to Cohort 1: Prep year 7/1/23-6/30/24, Reassessment year 7/1/24-6/30/25. Please refer to the link for additional information: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License. -For hazardous cleaning materials, refer to Child Care Rule 10 A NCAC 09 .1719(7): (7) Keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. Locked areas shall include those that are unlocked with a combination, electronic, or magnetic device, key, or equivalent locking device. These unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any product not listed in this Paragraph that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" without any other warnings shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. The product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor; -The Safe Sleep Pokicy is required to be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0606 (b) (b) The center shall post a copy of its safe sleep policy about infant safe sleep practices in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers are able to view daily. -For child care posters and resources, visit the North Carolina Health and Safety Resource Center: -https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/resources/posters/ -https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/resources/. -Staff records must be accessible. Refer to G.S. 110-91(9): (9) Records. – Each child care facility shall keep accurate records on each child receiving care in the child care facility and on each staff member or other person delegated responsibility for the care of children in accordance with a form furnished or approved by the Commission, and shall submit records as required by the Department. All records of any child care facility, except financial records, shall be available for review by the Secretary or by duly authorized representatives of the Department or a cooperating agency who shall be designated by the Secretary and shall be submitted as required by the Department. -Please note, Fire Inspection Reports must be mailed or emailed to child care consultant within in one week of the inspection. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 (a): (a) Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. -You may want to reach out to your fire inspector, four to six weeks before your inspection is due. -Ms. Remmie updated the facility's email address. -Ms. Remmie stated that she would like to provide care for infants in child care space 2; space has been previously approved for child care. The provider stated that she would let me know what she decides. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0606 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/20/2023 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 10/20/2023 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 234 Time In: 09:01 AM Time Out: 12:55 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 applicable child care rules and laws during a Routine Unannounced visit. I was greeted by Teacher, Mr. Willie Williams and I explained the purpose of the visit. The Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie, was not present upon arrival, and Ms. Remmie arrived during the visit. The facility currently holds a Three-Star License issued April 4, 2018, and had a compliance history score of 94% prior today’s visit. The facility’s last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 25, 2023. Upon arrival, I observed children having supervised independent play. There were three (3) children present upon arrival, two (2) toddlers and one (1) preschool age child. I observed the children preparing to complete an art activity with Mr. Williams. There are no children enrolled on second shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Child Care Center Checklist and the Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when Mr. Williams spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff are current with CPR. First Aid: Staff are current with First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing training. ITS-SIDS: Staff are current with ITS-SIDS training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are administered in the facility at this time; no child(ren) with medications. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, and a violation was cited. Storage of Medication: There are no medications currently stored. General Safety: There are no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill were complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were complete and up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. Staff records were not made available during the visit, and a violation was cited. License Posted: The license was observed posted on the information board. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on April 6, 2023, with a total demerit score of two (2), and a "Superior" classification. The last fire inspection was completed on April 24, 2023, according to the Fire Permit listed, April 24, 2023 to May 1, 2024. Three (3) violations were cited during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A storage room was not locked and contained a bottle of Windex, a bottle of Peroxide, and two (2) gallons of paint. .2820(b) 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. The center's safe sleep policy was not posted. .0606(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Mr. Williams did not have access to all facility records, including staff records, while Ms. Remmie was away from the facility. G.S. 110-91( 9) 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 Monday November 3, 2023, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided during the visit: -Prior to today's visit the facility has a compliance history score of 94%. -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -House Bill 103: Effective July 11, 2022, individuals have five (5) years to renew their criminal record check instead of every three (3) years. -On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024, and requiring the North Carolina Child Care Commission to make recommendations for modernizing the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. -NCDHHS Children’s Environmental Health has conducted a series of virtual trainings on the recently re-adopted Child Care Sanitation Rules, effective July 1, 2023. -The North Carolina Child Care Commission and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education are collaborating to modernize NC’s child care quality rating and improvement system (QRIS), commonly known as the Star Rated License. We are developing a plan that will be reviewed by the legislature in Spring 2024. During the next few months, we are collecting information from parents, teachers, administrators, operators, and partners to consider in the plan. -You may also complete an online survey or write to DCDEE_QRIS@dhhs.nc.gov. -Your facility has been assigned to Cohort 1: Prep year 7/1/23-6/30/24, Reassessment year 7/1/24-6/30/25. Please refer to the link for additional information: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License. -For hazardous cleaning materials, refer to Child Care Rule 10 A NCAC 09 .1719(7): (7) Keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. Locked areas shall include those that are unlocked with a combination, electronic, or magnetic device, key, or equivalent locking device. These unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any product not listed in this Paragraph that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" without any other warnings shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. The product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor; -The Safe Sleep Pokicy is required to be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0606 (b) (b) The center shall post a copy of its safe sleep policy about infant safe sleep practices in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers are able to view daily. -For child care posters and resources, visit the North Carolina Health and Safety Resource Center: -https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/resources/posters/ -https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/resources/. -Staff records must be accessible. Refer to G.S. 110-91(9): (9) Records. – Each child care facility shall keep accurate records on each child receiving care in the child care facility and on each staff member or other person delegated responsibility for the care of children in accordance with a form furnished or approved by the Commission, and shall submit records as required by the Department. All records of any child care facility, except financial records, shall be available for review by the Secretary or by duly authorized representatives of the Department or a cooperating agency who shall be designated by the Secretary and shall be submitted as required by the Department. -Please note, Fire Inspection Reports must be mailed or emailed to child care consultant within in one week of the inspection. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 (a): (a) Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. -You may want to reach out to your fire inspector, four to six weeks before your inspection is due. -Ms. Remmie updated the facility's email address. -Ms. Remmie stated that she would like to provide care for infants in child care space 2; space has been previously approved for child care. The provider stated that she would let me know what she decides. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/20/2023 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 10/20/2023 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 234 Time In: 09:01 AM Time Out: 12:55 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 applicable child care rules and laws during a Routine Unannounced visit. I was greeted by Teacher, Mr. Willie Williams and I explained the purpose of the visit. The Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie, was not present upon arrival, and Ms. Remmie arrived during the visit. The facility currently holds a Three-Star License issued April 4, 2018, and had a compliance history score of 94% prior today’s visit. The facility’s last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 25, 2023. Upon arrival, I observed children having supervised independent play. There were three (3) children present upon arrival, two (2) toddlers and one (1) preschool age child. I observed the children preparing to complete an art activity with Mr. Williams. There are no children enrolled on second shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Child Care Center Checklist and the Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when Mr. Williams spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff are current with CPR. First Aid: Staff are current with First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing training. ITS-SIDS: Staff are current with ITS-SIDS training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are administered in the facility at this time; no child(ren) with medications. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, and a violation was cited. Storage of Medication: There are no medications currently stored. General Safety: There are no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill were complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were complete and up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. Staff records were not made available during the visit, and a violation was cited. License Posted: The license was observed posted on the information board. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on April 6, 2023, with a total demerit score of two (2), and a "Superior" classification. The last fire inspection was completed on April 24, 2023, according to the Fire Permit listed, April 24, 2023 to May 1, 2024. Three (3) violations were cited during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A storage room was not locked and contained a bottle of Windex, a bottle of Peroxide, and two (2) gallons of paint. .2820(b) 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. The center's safe sleep policy was not posted. .0606(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Mr. Williams did not have access to all facility records, including staff records, while Ms. Remmie was away from the facility. G.S. 110-91( 9) 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 Monday November 3, 2023, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided during the visit: -Prior to today's visit the facility has a compliance history score of 94%. -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -House Bill 103: Effective July 11, 2022, individuals have five (5) years to renew their criminal record check instead of every three (3) years. -On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024, and requiring the North Carolina Child Care Commission to make recommendations for modernizing the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. -NCDHHS Children’s Environmental Health has conducted a series of virtual trainings on the recently re-adopted Child Care Sanitation Rules, effective July 1, 2023. -The North Carolina Child Care Commission and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education are collaborating to modernize NC’s child care quality rating and improvement system (QRIS), commonly known as the Star Rated License. We are developing a plan that will be reviewed by the legislature in Spring 2024. During the next few months, we are collecting information from parents, teachers, administrators, operators, and partners to consider in the plan. -You may also complete an online survey or write to DCDEE_QRIS@dhhs.nc.gov. -Your facility has been assigned to Cohort 1: Prep year 7/1/23-6/30/24, Reassessment year 7/1/24-6/30/25. Please refer to the link for additional information: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License. -For hazardous cleaning materials, refer to Child Care Rule 10 A NCAC 09 .1719(7): (7) Keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. Locked areas shall include those that are unlocked with a combination, electronic, or magnetic device, key, or equivalent locking device. These unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any product not listed in this Paragraph that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" without any other warnings shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. The product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor; -The Safe Sleep Pokicy is required to be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0606 (b) (b) The center shall post a copy of its safe sleep policy about infant safe sleep practices in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers are able to view daily. -For child care posters and resources, visit the North Carolina Health and Safety Resource Center: -https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/resources/posters/ -https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/resources/. -Staff records must be accessible. Refer to G.S. 110-91(9): (9) Records. – Each child care facility shall keep accurate records on each child receiving care in the child care facility and on each staff member or other person delegated responsibility for the care of children in accordance with a form furnished or approved by the Commission, and shall submit records as required by the Department. All records of any child care facility, except financial records, shall be available for review by the Secretary or by duly authorized representatives of the Department or a cooperating agency who shall be designated by the Secretary and shall be submitted as required by the Department. -Please note, Fire Inspection Reports must be mailed or emailed to child care consultant within in one week of the inspection. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 (a): (a) Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. -You may want to reach out to your fire inspector, four to six weeks before your inspection is due. -Ms. Remmie updated the facility's email address. -Ms. Remmie stated that she would like to provide care for infants in child care space 2; space has been previously approved for child care. The provider stated that she would let me know what she decides. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: AUNTIE MAMMIE'S DAYCARE Facility ID: 60000525 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/20/2023 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 10/20/2023 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 234 Time In: 09:01 AM Time Out: 12:55 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 applicable child care rules and laws during a Routine Unannounced visit. I was greeted by Teacher, Mr. Willie Williams and I explained the purpose of the visit. The Director, Ms. Agnes Remmie, was not present upon arrival, and Ms. Remmie arrived during the visit. The facility currently holds a Three-Star License issued April 4, 2018, and had a compliance history score of 94% prior today’s visit. The facility’s last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 25, 2023. Upon arrival, I observed children having supervised independent play. There were three (3) children present upon arrival, two (2) toddlers and one (1) preschool age child. I observed the children preparing to complete an art activity with Mr. Williams. There are no children enrolled on second shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Child Care Center Checklist and the Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when Mr. Williams spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff are current with CPR. First Aid: Staff are current with First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing training. ITS-SIDS: Staff are current with ITS-SIDS training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are administered in the facility at this time; no child(ren) with medications. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, and a violation was cited. Storage of Medication: There are no medications currently stored. General Safety: There are no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill were complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were complete and up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. Staff records were not made available during the visit, and a violation was cited. License Posted: The license was observed posted on the information board. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on April 6, 2023, with a total demerit score of two (2), and a "Superior" classification. The last fire inspection was completed on April 24, 2023, according to the Fire Permit listed, April 24, 2023 to May 1, 2024. Three (3) violations were cited during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A storage room was not locked and contained a bottle of Windex, a bottle of Peroxide, and two (2) gallons of paint. .2820(b) 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. The center's safe sleep policy was not posted. .0606(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Mr. Williams did not have access to all facility records, including staff records, while Ms. Remmie was away from the facility. G.S. 110-91( 9) 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 Monday November 3, 2023, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered 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: Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 756 Gastonia, NC 28053 Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided during the visit: -Prior to today's visit the facility has a compliance history score of 94%. -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -House Bill 103: Effective July 11, 2022, individuals have five (5) years to renew their criminal record check instead of every three (3) years. -On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024, and requiring the North Carolina Child Care Commission to make recommendations for modernizing the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. -NCDHHS Children’s Environmental Health has conducted a series of virtual trainings on the recently re-adopted Child Care Sanitation Rules, effective July 1, 2023. -The North Carolina Child Care Commission and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education are collaborating to modernize NC’s child care quality rating and improvement system (QRIS), commonly known as the Star Rated License. We are developing a plan that will be reviewed by the legislature in Spring 2024. During the next few months, we are collecting information from parents, teachers, administrators, operators, and partners to consider in the plan. -You may also complete an online survey or write to DCDEE_QRIS@dhhs.nc.gov. -Your facility has been assigned to Cohort 1: Prep year 7/1/23-6/30/24, Reassessment year 7/1/24-6/30/25. Please refer to the link for additional information: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License. -For hazardous cleaning materials, refer to Child Care Rule 10 A NCAC 09 .1719(7): (7) Keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. Locked areas shall include those that are unlocked with a combination, electronic, or magnetic device, key, or equivalent locking device. These unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any product not listed in this Paragraph that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" without any other warnings shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. The product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor; -The Safe Sleep Pokicy is required to be posted. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0606 (b) (b) The center shall post a copy of its safe sleep policy about infant safe sleep practices in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers are able to view daily. -For child care posters and resources, visit the North Carolina Health and Safety Resource Center: -https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/resources/posters/ -https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/resources/. -Staff records must be accessible. Refer to G.S. 110-91(9): (9) Records. – Each child care facility shall keep accurate records on each child receiving care in the child care facility and on each staff member or other person delegated responsibility for the care of children in accordance with a form furnished or approved by the Commission, and shall submit records as required by the Department. All records of any child care facility, except financial records, shall be available for review by the Secretary or by duly authorized representatives of the Department or a cooperating agency who shall be designated by the Secretary and shall be submitted as required by the Department. -Please note, Fire Inspection Reports must be mailed or emailed to child care consultant within in one week of the inspection. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 (a): (a) Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. -You may want to reach out to your fire inspector, four to six weeks before your inspection is due. -Ms. Remmie updated the facility's email address. -Ms. Remmie stated that she would like to provide care for infants in child care space 2; space has been previously approved for child care. The provider stated that she would let me know what she decides. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times