10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/8/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 5/8/2025 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 12:15 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. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 14, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 27, 2025, with a “Superior” classification and two (2) demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted April 16, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care and night care; a violation was cited for the fire inspection report. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-two (92) percent as of May 7, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on May 8, 2025 and the facility is not listed, because the facility is private for profit. Upon arrival I observed a one (1) toddler present having independent play, and adequate supervision was provided. I observed circle time with shapes and colors. Breakfast was served before my arrival and consisted of oatmeal, apples, and milk; items listed on the menu. One (1) school-age child, and three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. Upon their arrival the children washed their hands, and the children were served breakfast. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with the children. I completed an indoor and outdoor walkthrough of the facility. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan, and the Safe Sleep Poster/Policy; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. A violation was cited for the mulch. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. 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 April 16, 2025 fire inspection report was not received within one (1) week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch is needed under outdoor play equipment. .0605(k)(1-4) 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 May 22, 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 was provided: -Adequate surfacing is required for play equipment; rake mulch often to sustain adequate surfacing, to prevent compaction (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Fire inspections must be conducted annually. 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)). -Ongoing training hours must be completed annually. Ms. Miller must submit one (1) training hour before May 14, 2025; provide copies of training certificates. (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b)). -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. -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. -Ms. McMillian stated that she has not completed the training in Moodle for ABCMS. -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. -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

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10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/8/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 5/8/2025 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 12:15 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. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 14, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 27, 2025, with a “Superior” classification and two (2) demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted April 16, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care and night care; a violation was cited for the fire inspection report. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-two (92) percent as of May 7, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on May 8, 2025 and the facility is not listed, because the facility is private for profit. Upon arrival I observed a one (1) toddler present having independent play, and adequate supervision was provided. I observed circle time with shapes and colors. Breakfast was served before my arrival and consisted of oatmeal, apples, and milk; items listed on the menu. One (1) school-age child, and three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. Upon their arrival the children washed their hands, and the children were served breakfast. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with the children. I completed an indoor and outdoor walkthrough of the facility. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan, and the Safe Sleep Poster/Policy; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. A violation was cited for the mulch. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. 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 April 16, 2025 fire inspection report was not received within one (1) week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch is needed under outdoor play equipment. .0605(k)(1-4) 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 May 22, 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 was provided: -Adequate surfacing is required for play equipment; rake mulch often to sustain adequate surfacing, to prevent compaction (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Fire inspections must be conducted annually. 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)). -Ongoing training hours must be completed annually. Ms. Miller must submit one (1) training hour before May 14, 2025; provide copies of training certificates. (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b)). -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. -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. -Ms. McMillian stated that she has not completed the training in Moodle for ABCMS. -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. -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: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/8/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 5/8/2025 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 12:15 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. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 14, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 27, 2025, with a “Superior” classification and two (2) demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted April 16, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care and night care; a violation was cited for the fire inspection report. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-two (92) percent as of May 7, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on May 8, 2025 and the facility is not listed, because the facility is private for profit. Upon arrival I observed a one (1) toddler present having independent play, and adequate supervision was provided. I observed circle time with shapes and colors. Breakfast was served before my arrival and consisted of oatmeal, apples, and milk; items listed on the menu. One (1) school-age child, and three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. Upon their arrival the children washed their hands, and the children were served breakfast. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with the children. I completed an indoor and outdoor walkthrough of the facility. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan, and the Safe Sleep Poster/Policy; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. A violation was cited for the mulch. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. 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 April 16, 2025 fire inspection report was not received within one (1) week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch is needed under outdoor play equipment. .0605(k)(1-4) 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 May 22, 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 was provided: -Adequate surfacing is required for play equipment; rake mulch often to sustain adequate surfacing, to prevent compaction (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Fire inspections must be conducted annually. 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)). -Ongoing training hours must be completed annually. Ms. Miller must submit one (1) training hour before May 14, 2025; provide copies of training certificates. (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b)). -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. -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. -Ms. McMillian stated that she has not completed the training in Moodle for ABCMS. -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. -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 .1103 · Violation

Name of Operation: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/8/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 5/8/2025 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 12:15 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. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 14, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 27, 2025, with a “Superior” classification and two (2) demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted April 16, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care and night care; a violation was cited for the fire inspection report. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-two (92) percent as of May 7, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on May 8, 2025 and the facility is not listed, because the facility is private for profit. Upon arrival I observed a one (1) toddler present having independent play, and adequate supervision was provided. I observed circle time with shapes and colors. Breakfast was served before my arrival and consisted of oatmeal, apples, and milk; items listed on the menu. One (1) school-age child, and three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. Upon their arrival the children washed their hands, and the children were served breakfast. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with the children. I completed an indoor and outdoor walkthrough of the facility. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan, and the Safe Sleep Poster/Policy; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. A violation was cited for the mulch. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. 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 April 16, 2025 fire inspection report was not received within one (1) week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch is needed under outdoor play equipment. .0605(k)(1-4) 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 May 22, 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 was provided: -Adequate surfacing is required for play equipment; rake mulch often to sustain adequate surfacing, to prevent compaction (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Fire inspections must be conducted annually. 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)). -Ongoing training hours must be completed annually. Ms. Miller must submit one (1) training hour before May 14, 2025; provide copies of training certificates. (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b)). -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. -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. -Ms. McMillian stated that she has not completed the training in Moodle for ABCMS. -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. -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: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/8/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 5/8/2025 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 12:15 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. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 14, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 27, 2025, with a “Superior” classification and two (2) demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted April 16, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care and night care; a violation was cited for the fire inspection report. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-two (92) percent as of May 7, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on May 8, 2025 and the facility is not listed, because the facility is private for profit. Upon arrival I observed a one (1) toddler present having independent play, and adequate supervision was provided. I observed circle time with shapes and colors. Breakfast was served before my arrival and consisted of oatmeal, apples, and milk; items listed on the menu. One (1) school-age child, and three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. Upon their arrival the children washed their hands, and the children were served breakfast. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with the children. I completed an indoor and outdoor walkthrough of the facility. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan, and the Safe Sleep Poster/Policy; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. A violation was cited for the mulch. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. 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 April 16, 2025 fire inspection report was not received within one (1) week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch is needed under outdoor play equipment. .0605(k)(1-4) 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 May 22, 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 was provided: -Adequate surfacing is required for play equipment; rake mulch often to sustain adequate surfacing, to prevent compaction (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Fire inspections must be conducted annually. 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)). -Ongoing training hours must be completed annually. Ms. Miller must submit one (1) training hour before May 14, 2025; provide copies of training certificates. (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b)). -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. -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. -Ms. McMillian stated that she has not completed the training in Moodle for ABCMS. -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. -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: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/8/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 5/8/2025 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 12:15 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. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 14, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 27, 2025, with a “Superior” classification and two (2) demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted April 16, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care and night care; a violation was cited for the fire inspection report. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-two (92) percent as of May 7, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on May 8, 2025 and the facility is not listed, because the facility is private for profit. Upon arrival I observed a one (1) toddler present having independent play, and adequate supervision was provided. I observed circle time with shapes and colors. Breakfast was served before my arrival and consisted of oatmeal, apples, and milk; items listed on the menu. One (1) school-age child, and three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. Upon their arrival the children washed their hands, and the children were served breakfast. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with the children. I completed an indoor and outdoor walkthrough of the facility. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan, and the Safe Sleep Poster/Policy; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. A violation was cited for the mulch. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. 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 April 16, 2025 fire inspection report was not received within one (1) week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch is needed under outdoor play equipment. .0605(k)(1-4) 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 May 22, 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 was provided: -Adequate surfacing is required for play equipment; rake mulch often to sustain adequate surfacing, to prevent compaction (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Fire inspections must be conducted annually. 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)). -Ongoing training hours must be completed annually. Ms. Miller must submit one (1) training hour before May 14, 2025; provide copies of training certificates. (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b)). -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. -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. -Ms. McMillian stated that she has not completed the training in Moodle for ABCMS. -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. -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: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/8/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 5/8/2025 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 12:15 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. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 14, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed January 27, 2025, with a “Superior” classification and two (2) demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted April 16, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care and night care; a violation was cited for the fire inspection report. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-two (92) percent as of May 7, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on May 8, 2025 and the facility is not listed, because the facility is private for profit. Upon arrival I observed a one (1) toddler present having independent play, and adequate supervision was provided. I observed circle time with shapes and colors. Breakfast was served before my arrival and consisted of oatmeal, apples, and milk; items listed on the menu. One (1) school-age child, and three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. Upon their arrival the children washed their hands, and the children were served breakfast. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with the children. I completed an indoor and outdoor walkthrough of the facility. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan, and the Safe Sleep Poster/Policy; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. A violation was cited for the mulch. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. 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 April 16, 2025 fire inspection report was not received within one (1) week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch is needed under outdoor play equipment. .0605(k)(1-4) 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 May 22, 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 was provided: -Adequate surfacing is required for play equipment; rake mulch often to sustain adequate surfacing, to prevent compaction (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(k)(1-4)). -Fire inspections must be conducted annually. 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)). -Ongoing training hours must be completed annually. Ms. Miller must submit one (1) training hour before May 14, 2025; provide copies of training certificates. (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b)). -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. -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. -Ms. McMillian stated that she has not completed the training in Moodle for ABCMS. -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. -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: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 5/14/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 381 Time In: 09:29 AM Time Out: 03:50 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 Director, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 23, 2023. The Sanitation Inspection was conducted December 28, 2023 with a "Superior" rating. The last fire inspection was conducted July 23, 2023 and your facility was approved for day time and night care. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated January 22, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-four (94) percent as of May 13, 2024. A walkthrough of the center was completed. Upon arrival I observed one (1) toddler present, and the toddler was observed having supervised independent play. Three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. When the children arrived, I observed the children washing their hands. After handwashing, all the children were served breakfast: oatmeal, tangerines, and milk. A violation was cited for substituted items that were not recorded on the menu. After breakfast, the children washed their hands and had circle time. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. A violation was cited for an outlet cover. 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. A violation was cited for the on-going training logs. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. There were hazards in the play area, and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for broken play equipment. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. Seven (7) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu when breakfast was served. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The steps to the sliding board structure were not in good repair; a step was broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. There were window treatment rods (hazards), wood, window screen frames, and standing water in the outdoor play area. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. The outlet cover in the bathroom was uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. There was no incident log available for review. .0802(g)(1-6) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Ongoing training documentation was not on file for both staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. The administration of medication with standards for parent consent training was incomplete. .1103(b) 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 May 28, 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. -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. -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. 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 or covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0604(c). Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a). -Food substitutions must be recorded on the menu. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0901(b). -The Incident Log must be maintained and available for review. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g) (1-6) -All equipment and furnishings must be in good repair, including outdoor play equipment. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(b);G.S. 110-91(6). -The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, must be clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards. Refer to Sanitation Rule 15A NCAC 18 .2832(a). -Health and safety training topics must be included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b). -Ms. McMillian inquired about requirements for Substitute Child Care Providers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701 Health Standards for Child Care Providers, Substitute Providers, Volunteers, and Uncompensated Providers. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, 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 .0901 · Violation

Name of Operation: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 5/14/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 381 Time In: 09:29 AM Time Out: 03:50 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 Director, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 23, 2023. The Sanitation Inspection was conducted December 28, 2023 with a "Superior" rating. The last fire inspection was conducted July 23, 2023 and your facility was approved for day time and night care. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated January 22, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-four (94) percent as of May 13, 2024. A walkthrough of the center was completed. Upon arrival I observed one (1) toddler present, and the toddler was observed having supervised independent play. Three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. When the children arrived, I observed the children washing their hands. After handwashing, all the children were served breakfast: oatmeal, tangerines, and milk. A violation was cited for substituted items that were not recorded on the menu. After breakfast, the children washed their hands and had circle time. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. A violation was cited for an outlet cover. 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. A violation was cited for the on-going training logs. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. There were hazards in the play area, and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for broken play equipment. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. Seven (7) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu when breakfast was served. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The steps to the sliding board structure were not in good repair; a step was broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. There were window treatment rods (hazards), wood, window screen frames, and standing water in the outdoor play area. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. The outlet cover in the bathroom was uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. There was no incident log available for review. .0802(g)(1-6) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Ongoing training documentation was not on file for both staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. The administration of medication with standards for parent consent training was incomplete. .1103(b) 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 May 28, 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. -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. -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. 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 or covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0604(c). Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a). -Food substitutions must be recorded on the menu. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0901(b). -The Incident Log must be maintained and available for review. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g) (1-6) -All equipment and furnishings must be in good repair, including outdoor play equipment. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(b);G.S. 110-91(6). -The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, must be clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards. Refer to Sanitation Rule 15A NCAC 18 .2832(a). -Health and safety training topics must be included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b). -Ms. McMillian inquired about requirements for Substitute Child Care Providers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701 Health Standards for Child Care Providers, Substitute Providers, Volunteers, and Uncompensated Providers. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, 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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 5/14/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 381 Time In: 09:29 AM Time Out: 03:50 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 Director, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 23, 2023. The Sanitation Inspection was conducted December 28, 2023 with a "Superior" rating. The last fire inspection was conducted July 23, 2023 and your facility was approved for day time and night care. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated January 22, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-four (94) percent as of May 13, 2024. A walkthrough of the center was completed. Upon arrival I observed one (1) toddler present, and the toddler was observed having supervised independent play. Three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. When the children arrived, I observed the children washing their hands. After handwashing, all the children were served breakfast: oatmeal, tangerines, and milk. A violation was cited for substituted items that were not recorded on the menu. After breakfast, the children washed their hands and had circle time. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. A violation was cited for an outlet cover. 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. A violation was cited for the on-going training logs. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. There were hazards in the play area, and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for broken play equipment. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. Seven (7) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu when breakfast was served. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The steps to the sliding board structure were not in good repair; a step was broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. There were window treatment rods (hazards), wood, window screen frames, and standing water in the outdoor play area. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. The outlet cover in the bathroom was uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. There was no incident log available for review. .0802(g)(1-6) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Ongoing training documentation was not on file for both staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. The administration of medication with standards for parent consent training was incomplete. .1103(b) 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 May 28, 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. -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. -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. 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 or covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0604(c). Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a). -Food substitutions must be recorded on the menu. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0901(b). -The Incident Log must be maintained and available for review. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g) (1-6) -All equipment and furnishings must be in good repair, including outdoor play equipment. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(b);G.S. 110-91(6). -The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, must be clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards. Refer to Sanitation Rule 15A NCAC 18 .2832(a). -Health and safety training topics must be included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b). -Ms. McMillian inquired about requirements for Substitute Child Care Providers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701 Health Standards for Child Care Providers, Substitute Providers, Volunteers, and Uncompensated Providers. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, 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: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 5/14/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 381 Time In: 09:29 AM Time Out: 03:50 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 Director, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 23, 2023. The Sanitation Inspection was conducted December 28, 2023 with a "Superior" rating. The last fire inspection was conducted July 23, 2023 and your facility was approved for day time and night care. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated January 22, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-four (94) percent as of May 13, 2024. A walkthrough of the center was completed. Upon arrival I observed one (1) toddler present, and the toddler was observed having supervised independent play. Three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. When the children arrived, I observed the children washing their hands. After handwashing, all the children were served breakfast: oatmeal, tangerines, and milk. A violation was cited for substituted items that were not recorded on the menu. After breakfast, the children washed their hands and had circle time. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. A violation was cited for an outlet cover. 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. A violation was cited for the on-going training logs. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. There were hazards in the play area, and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for broken play equipment. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. Seven (7) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu when breakfast was served. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The steps to the sliding board structure were not in good repair; a step was broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. There were window treatment rods (hazards), wood, window screen frames, and standing water in the outdoor play area. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. The outlet cover in the bathroom was uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. There was no incident log available for review. .0802(g)(1-6) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Ongoing training documentation was not on file for both staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. The administration of medication with standards for parent consent training was incomplete. .1103(b) 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 May 28, 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. -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. -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. 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 or covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0604(c). Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a). -Food substitutions must be recorded on the menu. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0901(b). -The Incident Log must be maintained and available for review. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g) (1-6) -All equipment and furnishings must be in good repair, including outdoor play equipment. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(b);G.S. 110-91(6). -The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, must be clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards. Refer to Sanitation Rule 15A NCAC 18 .2832(a). -Health and safety training topics must be included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b). -Ms. McMillian inquired about requirements for Substitute Child Care Providers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701 Health Standards for Child Care Providers, Substitute Providers, Volunteers, and Uncompensated Providers. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, 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: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 5/14/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 381 Time In: 09:29 AM Time Out: 03:50 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 Director, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 23, 2023. The Sanitation Inspection was conducted December 28, 2023 with a "Superior" rating. The last fire inspection was conducted July 23, 2023 and your facility was approved for day time and night care. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated January 22, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-four (94) percent as of May 13, 2024. A walkthrough of the center was completed. Upon arrival I observed one (1) toddler present, and the toddler was observed having supervised independent play. Three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. When the children arrived, I observed the children washing their hands. After handwashing, all the children were served breakfast: oatmeal, tangerines, and milk. A violation was cited for substituted items that were not recorded on the menu. After breakfast, the children washed their hands and had circle time. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. A violation was cited for an outlet cover. 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. A violation was cited for the on-going training logs. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. There were hazards in the play area, and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for broken play equipment. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. Seven (7) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu when breakfast was served. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The steps to the sliding board structure were not in good repair; a step was broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. There were window treatment rods (hazards), wood, window screen frames, and standing water in the outdoor play area. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. The outlet cover in the bathroom was uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. There was no incident log available for review. .0802(g)(1-6) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Ongoing training documentation was not on file for both staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. The administration of medication with standards for parent consent training was incomplete. .1103(b) 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 May 28, 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. -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. -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. 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 or covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0604(c). Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a). -Food substitutions must be recorded on the menu. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0901(b). -The Incident Log must be maintained and available for review. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g) (1-6) -All equipment and furnishings must be in good repair, including outdoor play equipment. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(b);G.S. 110-91(6). -The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, must be clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards. Refer to Sanitation Rule 15A NCAC 18 .2832(a). -Health and safety training topics must be included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b). -Ms. McMillian inquired about requirements for Substitute Child Care Providers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701 Health Standards for Child Care Providers, Substitute Providers, Volunteers, and Uncompensated Providers. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, 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 .1103 · Violation

Name of Operation: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 5/14/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 381 Time In: 09:29 AM Time Out: 03:50 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 Director, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 23, 2023. The Sanitation Inspection was conducted December 28, 2023 with a "Superior" rating. The last fire inspection was conducted July 23, 2023 and your facility was approved for day time and night care. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated January 22, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-four (94) percent as of May 13, 2024. A walkthrough of the center was completed. Upon arrival I observed one (1) toddler present, and the toddler was observed having supervised independent play. Three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. When the children arrived, I observed the children washing their hands. After handwashing, all the children were served breakfast: oatmeal, tangerines, and milk. A violation was cited for substituted items that were not recorded on the menu. After breakfast, the children washed their hands and had circle time. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. A violation was cited for an outlet cover. 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. A violation was cited for the on-going training logs. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. There were hazards in the play area, and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for broken play equipment. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. Seven (7) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu when breakfast was served. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The steps to the sliding board structure were not in good repair; a step was broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. There were window treatment rods (hazards), wood, window screen frames, and standing water in the outdoor play area. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. The outlet cover in the bathroom was uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. There was no incident log available for review. .0802(g)(1-6) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Ongoing training documentation was not on file for both staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. The administration of medication with standards for parent consent training was incomplete. .1103(b) 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 May 28, 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. -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. -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. 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 or covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0604(c). Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a). -Food substitutions must be recorded on the menu. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0901(b). -The Incident Log must be maintained and available for review. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g) (1-6) -All equipment and furnishings must be in good repair, including outdoor play equipment. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(b);G.S. 110-91(6). -The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, must be clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards. Refer to Sanitation Rule 15A NCAC 18 .2832(a). -Health and safety training topics must be included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b). -Ms. McMillian inquired about requirements for Substitute Child Care Providers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701 Health Standards for Child Care Providers, Substitute Providers, Volunteers, and Uncompensated Providers. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, 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 .1106 · Violation

Name of Operation: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 5/14/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 381 Time In: 09:29 AM Time Out: 03:50 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 Director, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 23, 2023. The Sanitation Inspection was conducted December 28, 2023 with a "Superior" rating. The last fire inspection was conducted July 23, 2023 and your facility was approved for day time and night care. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated January 22, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-four (94) percent as of May 13, 2024. A walkthrough of the center was completed. Upon arrival I observed one (1) toddler present, and the toddler was observed having supervised independent play. Three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. When the children arrived, I observed the children washing their hands. After handwashing, all the children were served breakfast: oatmeal, tangerines, and milk. A violation was cited for substituted items that were not recorded on the menu. After breakfast, the children washed their hands and had circle time. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. A violation was cited for an outlet cover. 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. A violation was cited for the on-going training logs. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. There were hazards in the play area, and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for broken play equipment. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. Seven (7) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu when breakfast was served. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The steps to the sliding board structure were not in good repair; a step was broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. There were window treatment rods (hazards), wood, window screen frames, and standing water in the outdoor play area. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. The outlet cover in the bathroom was uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. There was no incident log available for review. .0802(g)(1-6) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Ongoing training documentation was not on file for both staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. The administration of medication with standards for parent consent training was incomplete. .1103(b) 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 May 28, 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. -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. -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. 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 or covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0604(c). Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a). -Food substitutions must be recorded on the menu. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0901(b). -The Incident Log must be maintained and available for review. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g) (1-6) -All equipment and furnishings must be in good repair, including outdoor play equipment. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(b);G.S. 110-91(6). -The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, must be clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards. Refer to Sanitation Rule 15A NCAC 18 .2832(a). -Health and safety training topics must be included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b). -Ms. McMillian inquired about requirements for Substitute Child Care Providers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701 Health Standards for Child Care Providers, Substitute Providers, Volunteers, and Uncompensated Providers. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, 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. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 5/14/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 381 Time In: 09:29 AM Time Out: 03:50 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 Director, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 23, 2023. The Sanitation Inspection was conducted December 28, 2023 with a "Superior" rating. The last fire inspection was conducted July 23, 2023 and your facility was approved for day time and night care. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated January 22, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-four (94) percent as of May 13, 2024. A walkthrough of the center was completed. Upon arrival I observed one (1) toddler present, and the toddler was observed having supervised independent play. Three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. When the children arrived, I observed the children washing their hands. After handwashing, all the children were served breakfast: oatmeal, tangerines, and milk. A violation was cited for substituted items that were not recorded on the menu. After breakfast, the children washed their hands and had circle time. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. A violation was cited for an outlet cover. 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. A violation was cited for the on-going training logs. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. There were hazards in the play area, and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for broken play equipment. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. Seven (7) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu when breakfast was served. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The steps to the sliding board structure were not in good repair; a step was broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. There were window treatment rods (hazards), wood, window screen frames, and standing water in the outdoor play area. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. The outlet cover in the bathroom was uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. There was no incident log available for review. .0802(g)(1-6) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Ongoing training documentation was not on file for both staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. The administration of medication with standards for parent consent training was incomplete. .1103(b) 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 May 28, 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. -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. -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. 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 or covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0604(c). Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a). -Food substitutions must be recorded on the menu. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0901(b). -The Incident Log must be maintained and available for review. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g) (1-6) -All equipment and furnishings must be in good repair, including outdoor play equipment. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(b);G.S. 110-91(6). -The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, must be clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards. Refer to Sanitation Rule 15A NCAC 18 .2832(a). -Health and safety training topics must be included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b). -Ms. McMillian inquired about requirements for Substitute Child Care Providers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701 Health Standards for Child Care Providers, Substitute Providers, Volunteers, and Uncompensated Providers. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, 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: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 5/14/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 381 Time In: 09:29 AM Time Out: 03:50 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 Director, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018. The last annual compliance visit was conducted May 23, 2023. The Sanitation Inspection was conducted December 28, 2023 with a "Superior" rating. The last fire inspection was conducted July 23, 2023 and your facility was approved for day time and night care. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPR) was reviewed; the plan was updated January 22, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-four (94) percent as of May 13, 2024. A walkthrough of the center was completed. Upon arrival I observed one (1) toddler present, and the toddler was observed having supervised independent play. Three (3) preschool age children arrived during the visit. When the children arrived, I observed the children washing their hands. After handwashing, all the children were served breakfast: oatmeal, tangerines, and milk. A violation was cited for substituted items that were not recorded on the menu. After breakfast, the children washed their hands and had circle time. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. A violation was cited for an outlet cover. 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: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Menu, Fire Drills/Shelter in Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The center uses an approved Curriculum, The Funshine Express. Ten (10) percent of children’s files were monitored; compliance was met. Staff files were reviewed. Criminal Qualifying Letters, Medical Statement, Health Questionnaire/Emergency Information, Annual On-going Service Training Hours, and Special Trainings. A violation was cited for the on-going training logs. There are no children with medication and there are no children with allergies. Hazardous items were observed stored properly. The outdoor play area was observed. There were hazards in the play area, and a violation was cited. A violation was cited for broken play equipment. Transportation is not provided, and the center has a vehicle in case of an emergency. The center has a Safe Pick-up and Delivery Statement. Seven (7) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu when breakfast was served. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The steps to the sliding board structure were not in good repair; a step was broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. There were window treatment rods (hazards), wood, window screen frames, and standing water in the outdoor play area. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. The outlet cover in the bathroom was uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. There was no incident log available for review. .0802(g)(1-6) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Ongoing training documentation was not on file for both staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. The administration of medication with standards for parent consent training was incomplete. .1103(b) 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 May 28, 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. -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. -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. 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 or covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0604(c). Documentation of staff's on-going training must be on file and must be current. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a). -Food substitutions must be recorded on the menu. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0901(b). -The Incident Log must be maintained and available for review. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(g) (1-6) -All equipment and furnishings must be in good repair, including outdoor play equipment. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(b);G.S. 110-91(6). -The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, must be clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards. Refer to Sanitation Rule 15A NCAC 18 .2832(a). -Health and safety training topics must be included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b). -Ms. McMillian inquired about requirements for Substitute Child Care Providers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701 Health Standards for Child Care Providers, Substitute Providers, Volunteers, and Uncompensated Providers. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, 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 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/19/2023 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 12/19/2023 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 132 Time In: 09:03 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a Routine Unannounced visit. I was greeted by Owner/operator, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The facility had a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018, and has an eighteen-month compliance history score of 95% prior to today’s visit. The Annual Compliance visit was completed on May 23, 2023. I observed Ms. McMillian with two (2) toddler children having supervised independent play. The television was on and a violation was cited. Two (2) additional children and a caregiver, Ms. Crystal Miller, arrived during the visit. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Center Checklist and the Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The staff/child ratio was maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff have current CPR. (Ms. McMillian and Ms. Miller) First Aid: Staff have current First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing in-service training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Checks (CBCs). No one else resides in the center after hours, besides Ms. McMillan. ITS-SIDS: There are no infants enrolled at this time. The Infant Safe Sleep Policy was not posted and a violation was cited. The Infant Feeding Plan was complete for the one (1) year-old child enrolled. Staff are current with ITS-SIDS training. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are currently administered. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: All hazardous materials were stored properly. Storage of Medication: There are no children's 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 present during the visit were observed in the licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted. The monthly fire drill was incomplete, and a violation was cited. The quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were up to date. The playground inspections are current. License Posted: The license was observed posted. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed March 30, 2023 with a "Superior" rating and four (4) demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on July 23, 2023; inspection approved. Three (3) violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. The television was on a local new station in the child care room. .0510(f) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The fire drill was incomplete (date/time) for October 2023. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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 infant safe sleep policy was not posted. .0606(b) 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 January 3, 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. -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. -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. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Screen time is not allowed for children under three (3) years old. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0510 (f) Caregiving Activities For Preschool-age children.: (f) Screen time, including television, video games, and computer usage, shall be prohibited for children under three years of age. -Fire drills are required to be completed monthly, and the fire drill records are to be maintained. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t) Safety Requirements for Child Care Centers: (t) Fire drills shall be practiced monthly and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(5). -The Safe Sleep Policy should be posted where it can be viewed by parents and caregivers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0606(b) Safe Sleep Practices: (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. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, and emailed 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 .0510 · Violation

Name of Operation: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/19/2023 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 12/19/2023 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 132 Time In: 09:03 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a Routine Unannounced visit. I was greeted by Owner/operator, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The facility had a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018, and has an eighteen-month compliance history score of 95% prior to today’s visit. The Annual Compliance visit was completed on May 23, 2023. I observed Ms. McMillian with two (2) toddler children having supervised independent play. The television was on and a violation was cited. Two (2) additional children and a caregiver, Ms. Crystal Miller, arrived during the visit. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Center Checklist and the Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The staff/child ratio was maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff have current CPR. (Ms. McMillian and Ms. Miller) First Aid: Staff have current First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing in-service training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Checks (CBCs). No one else resides in the center after hours, besides Ms. McMillan. ITS-SIDS: There are no infants enrolled at this time. The Infant Safe Sleep Policy was not posted and a violation was cited. The Infant Feeding Plan was complete for the one (1) year-old child enrolled. Staff are current with ITS-SIDS training. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are currently administered. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: All hazardous materials were stored properly. Storage of Medication: There are no children's 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 present during the visit were observed in the licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted. The monthly fire drill was incomplete, and a violation was cited. The quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were up to date. The playground inspections are current. License Posted: The license was observed posted. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed March 30, 2023 with a "Superior" rating and four (4) demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on July 23, 2023; inspection approved. Three (3) violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. The television was on a local new station in the child care room. .0510(f) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The fire drill was incomplete (date/time) for October 2023. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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 infant safe sleep policy was not posted. .0606(b) 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 January 3, 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. -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. -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. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Screen time is not allowed for children under three (3) years old. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0510 (f) Caregiving Activities For Preschool-age children.: (f) Screen time, including television, video games, and computer usage, shall be prohibited for children under three years of age. -Fire drills are required to be completed monthly, and the fire drill records are to be maintained. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t) Safety Requirements for Child Care Centers: (t) Fire drills shall be practiced monthly and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(5). -The Safe Sleep Policy should be posted where it can be viewed by parents and caregivers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0606(b) Safe Sleep Practices: (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. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, and emailed 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: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/19/2023 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 12/19/2023 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 132 Time In: 09:03 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a Routine Unannounced visit. I was greeted by Owner/operator, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The facility had a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018, and has an eighteen-month compliance history score of 95% prior to today’s visit. The Annual Compliance visit was completed on May 23, 2023. I observed Ms. McMillian with two (2) toddler children having supervised independent play. The television was on and a violation was cited. Two (2) additional children and a caregiver, Ms. Crystal Miller, arrived during the visit. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Center Checklist and the Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The staff/child ratio was maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff have current CPR. (Ms. McMillian and Ms. Miller) First Aid: Staff have current First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing in-service training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Checks (CBCs). No one else resides in the center after hours, besides Ms. McMillan. ITS-SIDS: There are no infants enrolled at this time. The Infant Safe Sleep Policy was not posted and a violation was cited. The Infant Feeding Plan was complete for the one (1) year-old child enrolled. Staff are current with ITS-SIDS training. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are currently administered. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: All hazardous materials were stored properly. Storage of Medication: There are no children's 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 present during the visit were observed in the licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted. The monthly fire drill was incomplete, and a violation was cited. The quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were up to date. The playground inspections are current. License Posted: The license was observed posted. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed March 30, 2023 with a "Superior" rating and four (4) demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on July 23, 2023; inspection approved. Three (3) violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. The television was on a local new station in the child care room. .0510(f) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The fire drill was incomplete (date/time) for October 2023. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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 infant safe sleep policy was not posted. .0606(b) 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 January 3, 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. -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. -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. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Screen time is not allowed for children under three (3) years old. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0510 (f) Caregiving Activities For Preschool-age children.: (f) Screen time, including television, video games, and computer usage, shall be prohibited for children under three years of age. -Fire drills are required to be completed monthly, and the fire drill records are to be maintained. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t) Safety Requirements for Child Care Centers: (t) Fire drills shall be practiced monthly and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(5). -The Safe Sleep Policy should be posted where it can be viewed by parents and caregivers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0606(b) Safe Sleep Practices: (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. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, and emailed 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: KAMINA MCMILLIANDBA KAMINA'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTER Facility ID: 60000696 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/19/2023 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 12/19/2023 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 132 Time In: 09:03 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a Routine Unannounced visit. I was greeted by Owner/operator, Ms. Kamina McMillian, and I explained the purpose of the visit. The facility had a Four-Star License issued August 1, 2018, and has an eighteen-month compliance history score of 95% prior to today’s visit. The Annual Compliance visit was completed on May 23, 2023. I observed Ms. McMillian with two (2) toddler children having supervised independent play. The television was on and a violation was cited. Two (2) additional children and a caregiver, Ms. Crystal Miller, arrived during the visit. There are no children currently enrolled on third shift. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Center Checklist and the Master Child Care Center Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children were adequately supervised. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The staff/child ratio was maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Staff have current CPR. (Ms. McMillian and Ms. Miller) First Aid: Staff have current First Aid. Special Training: Staff are continuing to complete ongoing in-service training. CBC Qualification: Staff are current with Criminal Background Checks (CBCs). No one else resides in the center after hours, besides Ms. McMillan. ITS-SIDS: There are no infants enrolled at this time. The Infant Safe Sleep Policy was not posted and a violation was cited. The Infant Feeding Plan was complete for the one (1) year-old child enrolled. Staff are current with ITS-SIDS training. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: No medications are currently administered. There are no children with allergies. Storage of Hazardous Substances: All hazardous materials were stored properly. Storage of Medication: There are no children's 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 present during the visit were observed in the licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted. The monthly fire drill was incomplete, and a violation was cited. The quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) were up to date. The playground inspections are current. License Posted: The license was observed posted. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed March 30, 2023 with a "Superior" rating and four (4) demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on July 23, 2023; inspection approved. Three (3) violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. The television was on a local new station in the child care room. .0510(f) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The fire drill was incomplete (date/time) for October 2023. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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 infant safe sleep policy was not posted. .0606(b) 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 January 3, 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. -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. -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. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Screen time is not allowed for children under three (3) years old. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0510 (f) Caregiving Activities For Preschool-age children.: (f) Screen time, including television, video games, and computer usage, shall be prohibited for children under three years of age. -Fire drills are required to be completed monthly, and the fire drill records are to be maintained. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t) Safety Requirements for Child Care Centers: (t) Fire drills shall be practiced monthly and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(5). -The Safe Sleep Policy should be posted where it can be viewed by parents and caregivers. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC .0606(b) Safe Sleep Practices: (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. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed, and emailed 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