10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: DAVID COX ROAD ELEMENTARY ASEP Facility ID: 60000375 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/30/2024 Number Present: 22 Completed Date: 10/30/2024 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 04:30 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 all applicable child care rules and laws during an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by the Site Coordinator, Ms. Melody Edge, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The facility had a Five Star License issued February 14, 2020 and an eighteen-month compliance history of one-hundred (100) percent prior to today’s visit. The children arrived to the program today at Noon, due to a Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) early release day. Upon arrival, I observed two (2) groups of children completing their snack with two (2) Group Leaders. I observed the children eating the following snack: Pepperoni meal snack, carrots, juice, and 2% milk. After snack, I observed the children wash their hands and prepare for outdoor play. After outdoor play, the children and staff returned and washed their hands/bathroom break. The children participated in the following centers: Writing, Homework, Math, Art, Science and Social Studies, and Dramatic Play. The materials in the centers were in good repair. The children's files were reviewed today with the children's records form. The DPI forms were completed for the children's files. Each file was found to maintain all the required documents. Staff files were reviewed and met compliance. The staff files were reviewed using the staff and training worksheets and staff files. All required items were posted. Fire Drill logs and Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown drills were complete and up to date. Playground Inspections were reviewed, and the inspections were up to date. The outdoor play area was in good repair. An emergency medication was observed properly stored and the permission and medical and actions plan was current; children with allergies were posted. An outlet cover was not covered, and a violation was cited. -The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on September 17, 2024, with a Superior rating and three (3) demerits. -The last Fire Inspection was completed October 25, 2024; a previous fire inspection was completed on April 22, 2024. The After School Enrichment Program Emergency Preparedness and Response (Crisis Plan) was on file, and was reviewed by ASEP staff on August 22, 2024. One (1) violation was cited during today's visit; corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. An outlet cover was not covered near the sink. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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: -Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, located in space used by children must have safety outlets covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c). -Ms. Edge stated that mulch was added in the outdoor play area at the end of the 2023-2024 School Year. Continue to rake mulch often, and continue to make sure that adequate mulch is under heavy use areas, such as the sliding board. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 0605(k)(1-4). -Medication Permission to Administer Medication forms must be completed every six (6) months for chronic medications. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0803(6)(a-i). -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. -The 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. -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 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

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10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: DAVID COX ROAD ELEMENTARY ASEP Facility ID: 60000375 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/30/2024 Number Present: 22 Completed Date: 10/30/2024 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 04:30 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 all applicable child care rules and laws during an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by the Site Coordinator, Ms. Melody Edge, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The facility had a Five Star License issued February 14, 2020 and an eighteen-month compliance history of one-hundred (100) percent prior to today’s visit. The children arrived to the program today at Noon, due to a Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) early release day. Upon arrival, I observed two (2) groups of children completing their snack with two (2) Group Leaders. I observed the children eating the following snack: Pepperoni meal snack, carrots, juice, and 2% milk. After snack, I observed the children wash their hands and prepare for outdoor play. After outdoor play, the children and staff returned and washed their hands/bathroom break. The children participated in the following centers: Writing, Homework, Math, Art, Science and Social Studies, and Dramatic Play. The materials in the centers were in good repair. The children's files were reviewed today with the children's records form. The DPI forms were completed for the children's files. Each file was found to maintain all the required documents. Staff files were reviewed and met compliance. The staff files were reviewed using the staff and training worksheets and staff files. All required items were posted. Fire Drill logs and Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown drills were complete and up to date. Playground Inspections were reviewed, and the inspections were up to date. The outdoor play area was in good repair. An emergency medication was observed properly stored and the permission and medical and actions plan was current; children with allergies were posted. An outlet cover was not covered, and a violation was cited. -The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on September 17, 2024, with a Superior rating and three (3) demerits. -The last Fire Inspection was completed October 25, 2024; a previous fire inspection was completed on April 22, 2024. The After School Enrichment Program Emergency Preparedness and Response (Crisis Plan) was on file, and was reviewed by ASEP staff on August 22, 2024. One (1) violation was cited during today's visit; corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. An outlet cover was not covered near the sink. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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: -Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, located in space used by children must have safety outlets covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c). -Ms. Edge stated that mulch was added in the outdoor play area at the end of the 2023-2024 School Year. Continue to rake mulch often, and continue to make sure that adequate mulch is under heavy use areas, such as the sliding board. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 0605(k)(1-4). -Medication Permission to Administer Medication forms must be completed every six (6) months for chronic medications. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0803(6)(a-i). -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. -The 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. -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 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 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: DAVID COX ROAD ELEMENTARY ASEP Facility ID: 60000375 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/30/2024 Number Present: 22 Completed Date: 10/30/2024 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 04:30 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 all applicable child care rules and laws during an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by the Site Coordinator, Ms. Melody Edge, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The facility had a Five Star License issued February 14, 2020 and an eighteen-month compliance history of one-hundred (100) percent prior to today’s visit. The children arrived to the program today at Noon, due to a Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) early release day. Upon arrival, I observed two (2) groups of children completing their snack with two (2) Group Leaders. I observed the children eating the following snack: Pepperoni meal snack, carrots, juice, and 2% milk. After snack, I observed the children wash their hands and prepare for outdoor play. After outdoor play, the children and staff returned and washed their hands/bathroom break. The children participated in the following centers: Writing, Homework, Math, Art, Science and Social Studies, and Dramatic Play. The materials in the centers were in good repair. The children's files were reviewed today with the children's records form. The DPI forms were completed for the children's files. Each file was found to maintain all the required documents. Staff files were reviewed and met compliance. The staff files were reviewed using the staff and training worksheets and staff files. All required items were posted. Fire Drill logs and Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown drills were complete and up to date. Playground Inspections were reviewed, and the inspections were up to date. The outdoor play area was in good repair. An emergency medication was observed properly stored and the permission and medical and actions plan was current; children with allergies were posted. An outlet cover was not covered, and a violation was cited. -The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on September 17, 2024, with a Superior rating and three (3) demerits. -The last Fire Inspection was completed October 25, 2024; a previous fire inspection was completed on April 22, 2024. The After School Enrichment Program Emergency Preparedness and Response (Crisis Plan) was on file, and was reviewed by ASEP staff on August 22, 2024. One (1) violation was cited during today's visit; corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. An outlet cover was not covered near the sink. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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: -Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, located in space used by children must have safety outlets covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c). -Ms. Edge stated that mulch was added in the outdoor play area at the end of the 2023-2024 School Year. Continue to rake mulch often, and continue to make sure that adequate mulch is under heavy use areas, such as the sliding board. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 0605(k)(1-4). -Medication Permission to Administer Medication forms must be completed every six (6) months for chronic medications. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0803(6)(a-i). -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. -The 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. -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 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: DAVID COX ROAD ELEMENTARY ASEP Facility ID: 60000375 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/30/2024 Number Present: 22 Completed Date: 10/30/2024 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 04:30 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 all applicable child care rules and laws during an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by the Site Coordinator, Ms. Melody Edge, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The facility had a Five Star License issued February 14, 2020 and an eighteen-month compliance history of one-hundred (100) percent prior to today’s visit. The children arrived to the program today at Noon, due to a Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) early release day. Upon arrival, I observed two (2) groups of children completing their snack with two (2) Group Leaders. I observed the children eating the following snack: Pepperoni meal snack, carrots, juice, and 2% milk. After snack, I observed the children wash their hands and prepare for outdoor play. After outdoor play, the children and staff returned and washed their hands/bathroom break. The children participated in the following centers: Writing, Homework, Math, Art, Science and Social Studies, and Dramatic Play. The materials in the centers were in good repair. The children's files were reviewed today with the children's records form. The DPI forms were completed for the children's files. Each file was found to maintain all the required documents. Staff files were reviewed and met compliance. The staff files were reviewed using the staff and training worksheets and staff files. All required items were posted. Fire Drill logs and Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown drills were complete and up to date. Playground Inspections were reviewed, and the inspections were up to date. The outdoor play area was in good repair. An emergency medication was observed properly stored and the permission and medical and actions plan was current; children with allergies were posted. An outlet cover was not covered, and a violation was cited. -The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on September 17, 2024, with a Superior rating and three (3) demerits. -The last Fire Inspection was completed October 25, 2024; a previous fire inspection was completed on April 22, 2024. The After School Enrichment Program Emergency Preparedness and Response (Crisis Plan) was on file, and was reviewed by ASEP staff on August 22, 2024. One (1) violation was cited during today's visit; corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. An outlet cover was not covered near the sink. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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: -Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, located in space used by children must have safety outlets covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c). -Ms. Edge stated that mulch was added in the outdoor play area at the end of the 2023-2024 School Year. Continue to rake mulch often, and continue to make sure that adequate mulch is under heavy use areas, such as the sliding board. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 0605(k)(1-4). -Medication Permission to Administer Medication forms must be completed every six (6) months for chronic medications. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0803(6)(a-i). -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. -The 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. -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 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: DAVID COX ROAD ELEMENTARY ASEP Facility ID: 60000375 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/30/2024 Number Present: 22 Completed Date: 10/30/2024 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 04:30 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 all applicable child care rules and laws during an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by the Site Coordinator, Ms. Melody Edge, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The facility had a Five Star License issued February 14, 2020 and an eighteen-month compliance history of one-hundred (100) percent prior to today’s visit. The children arrived to the program today at Noon, due to a Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) early release day. Upon arrival, I observed two (2) groups of children completing their snack with two (2) Group Leaders. I observed the children eating the following snack: Pepperoni meal snack, carrots, juice, and 2% milk. After snack, I observed the children wash their hands and prepare for outdoor play. After outdoor play, the children and staff returned and washed their hands/bathroom break. The children participated in the following centers: Writing, Homework, Math, Art, Science and Social Studies, and Dramatic Play. The materials in the centers were in good repair. The children's files were reviewed today with the children's records form. The DPI forms were completed for the children's files. Each file was found to maintain all the required documents. Staff files were reviewed and met compliance. The staff files were reviewed using the staff and training worksheets and staff files. All required items were posted. Fire Drill logs and Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown drills were complete and up to date. Playground Inspections were reviewed, and the inspections were up to date. The outdoor play area was in good repair. An emergency medication was observed properly stored and the permission and medical and actions plan was current; children with allergies were posted. An outlet cover was not covered, and a violation was cited. -The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on September 17, 2024, with a Superior rating and three (3) demerits. -The last Fire Inspection was completed October 25, 2024; a previous fire inspection was completed on April 22, 2024. The After School Enrichment Program Emergency Preparedness and Response (Crisis Plan) was on file, and was reviewed by ASEP staff on August 22, 2024. One (1) violation was cited during today's visit; corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. An outlet cover was not covered near the sink. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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: -Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, located in space used by children must have safety outlets covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c). -Ms. Edge stated that mulch was added in the outdoor play area at the end of the 2023-2024 School Year. Continue to rake mulch often, and continue to make sure that adequate mulch is under heavy use areas, such as the sliding board. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 0605(k)(1-4). -Medication Permission to Administer Medication forms must be completed every six (6) months for chronic medications. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0803(6)(a-i). -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. -The 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. -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 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: DAVID COX ROAD ELEMENTARY ASEP Facility ID: 60000375 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/30/2024 Number Present: 22 Completed Date: 10/30/2024 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 04:30 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 all applicable child care rules and laws during an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by the Site Coordinator, Ms. Melody Edge, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The facility had a Five Star License issued February 14, 2020 and an eighteen-month compliance history of one-hundred (100) percent prior to today’s visit. The children arrived to the program today at Noon, due to a Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) early release day. Upon arrival, I observed two (2) groups of children completing their snack with two (2) Group Leaders. I observed the children eating the following snack: Pepperoni meal snack, carrots, juice, and 2% milk. After snack, I observed the children wash their hands and prepare for outdoor play. After outdoor play, the children and staff returned and washed their hands/bathroom break. The children participated in the following centers: Writing, Homework, Math, Art, Science and Social Studies, and Dramatic Play. The materials in the centers were in good repair. The children's files were reviewed today with the children's records form. The DPI forms were completed for the children's files. Each file was found to maintain all the required documents. Staff files were reviewed and met compliance. The staff files were reviewed using the staff and training worksheets and staff files. All required items were posted. Fire Drill logs and Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown drills were complete and up to date. Playground Inspections were reviewed, and the inspections were up to date. The outdoor play area was in good repair. An emergency medication was observed properly stored and the permission and medical and actions plan was current; children with allergies were posted. An outlet cover was not covered, and a violation was cited. -The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on September 17, 2024, with a Superior rating and three (3) demerits. -The last Fire Inspection was completed October 25, 2024; a previous fire inspection was completed on April 22, 2024. The After School Enrichment Program Emergency Preparedness and Response (Crisis Plan) was on file, and was reviewed by ASEP staff on August 22, 2024. One (1) violation was cited during today's visit; corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. An outlet cover was not covered near the sink. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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: -Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, located in space used by children must have safety outlets covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c). -Ms. Edge stated that mulch was added in the outdoor play area at the end of the 2023-2024 School Year. Continue to rake mulch often, and continue to make sure that adequate mulch is under heavy use areas, such as the sliding board. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 0605(k)(1-4). -Medication Permission to Administer Medication forms must be completed every six (6) months for chronic medications. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0803(6)(a-i). -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. -The 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. -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 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