10A NCAC 09 .1703 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/23/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 6/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Owner/Operator, Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Sandra Matthews, Floater/Assistant was present during the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present in the home during the visit. Upon arrival I observed five (5) children present. The children were observed preparing for circle time, by bathroom break and handwashing. After circle time, I observed the children having supervised outdoor play. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued January 24, 2024. The last annual compliance visit was conducted July 1, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed June 27, 2024 with zero (0) demerits. The facility's water was tested December 9, 2021; t The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan EPR was reviewed and compliance was met.; was updated January 15, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percent as of June 22, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on June 23, 2025, and Kids Cyclone Inc, was listed at current-active. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Family Child Care Homes Item Number Listing for were used to monitor today's visit. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Horne after the visit. The following program requirements were observed posted: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Daily Schedules, a current Activity Plan, Fire Drills/Shelter-in-Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and the Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The program uses an approved curriculum as required, Creative Curriculum. The facility followed the permit restrictions. Children’s files were selected and reviewed, and a violation was cited for a signatures on children's application, and a violation was cited for off-premised form; violation was cited for a child's medical report. Staff files were reviewed. Ms. Horne has completed some in-service training hours. The criminal qualifying letter was not current; a violation was cited for a background check not completed, and a violation was cited for an expired qualifying letter for Ms. C. Horne. The emergency information form was complete and up to date. A current health questionnaire was on file, and Ms. Horne is current with CPR/First Aid. Ms. Horne's family members have current criminal qualifying letters on file. Ms. Horne has a substitute provider, Ms. Sandra Matthews; a current Criminal Qualifying Letter was current and on file, and the CPR and First Aid was current. A violation was cited, because the facility's roster was incomplete in ABCMS. There are no children with medication, and there are no medications stored. The outdoor area and equipment were clean and in good repair. The facility does provide transportation for Field Trips only during the summer. The following was monitored: Child Safety Restraints and Seat Belts, Vehicle Safety Inspection and Liability Insurance, First Aid Kit in Vehicle, and Emergency Information on Children; compliance was met. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Child A.P. did not have a copy of a health assessment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 930 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance). Ms. C. Horne did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. Child Q.S., P.G., and child S.G. did not have permission to transport form; forms expired. .1723(5) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. The qualification letter expired March 19, 2025 for C. Horne. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The facility's roster was not completed in ABCMS. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1892 Application was not on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Child S.S. and P.G. application was not signed. .1721(a)(3) 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 July 7, 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 Reminder: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -Session Law 2024-34 Extension of Hold Harmless provisions: Star rated license reassessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed; Scales are voluntary. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, a criminal background check must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703 (n)(o)). -A valid qualification letter must be on file for review. Qualification letters are valid for five (5) years (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e);.1702(b)(1); G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d)). The violation for Owner/operator C. Horne must be corrected within the fifteen (15) days (July 8, 2025) and a copy of the qualification letter be mailed to the consultant with the required compliance letter. If the qualification is not on file, the employee cannot be at the facility any longer until they receive their qualification letter, and the facility will be placed on inactive status. -Ongoing training hours are due on or before July 1, 2025. You are required to complete at eight (8) hours annually. Ms. Matthews works six and half (6.5) hours per week and must complete fifteen (15) hours.. Operator must complete the required number of on-going training hours as specified in rule (G.S. 110-91(11) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1703(d)(1)). -A signed application must be on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Applications must be signed by the parent giving the operator authorization to seek emergency medical care (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(3)). -A copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), must be on file within thirty (30) days of enrollment (G.S. 110-91(1) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once; water was tested December 9, 2021. -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 .1721 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/23/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 6/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Owner/Operator, Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Sandra Matthews, Floater/Assistant was present during the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present in the home during the visit. Upon arrival I observed five (5) children present. The children were observed preparing for circle time, by bathroom break and handwashing. After circle time, I observed the children having supervised outdoor play. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued January 24, 2024. The last annual compliance visit was conducted July 1, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed June 27, 2024 with zero (0) demerits. The facility's water was tested December 9, 2021; t The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan EPR was reviewed and compliance was met.; was updated January 15, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percent as of June 22, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on June 23, 2025, and Kids Cyclone Inc, was listed at current-active. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Family Child Care Homes Item Number Listing for were used to monitor today's visit. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Horne after the visit. The following program requirements were observed posted: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Daily Schedules, a current Activity Plan, Fire Drills/Shelter-in-Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and the Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The program uses an approved curriculum as required, Creative Curriculum. The facility followed the permit restrictions. Children’s files were selected and reviewed, and a violation was cited for a signatures on children's application, and a violation was cited for off-premised form; violation was cited for a child's medical report. Staff files were reviewed. Ms. Horne has completed some in-service training hours. The criminal qualifying letter was not current; a violation was cited for a background check not completed, and a violation was cited for an expired qualifying letter for Ms. C. Horne. The emergency information form was complete and up to date. A current health questionnaire was on file, and Ms. Horne is current with CPR/First Aid. Ms. Horne's family members have current criminal qualifying letters on file. Ms. Horne has a substitute provider, Ms. Sandra Matthews; a current Criminal Qualifying Letter was current and on file, and the CPR and First Aid was current. A violation was cited, because the facility's roster was incomplete in ABCMS. There are no children with medication, and there are no medications stored. The outdoor area and equipment were clean and in good repair. The facility does provide transportation for Field Trips only during the summer. The following was monitored: Child Safety Restraints and Seat Belts, Vehicle Safety Inspection and Liability Insurance, First Aid Kit in Vehicle, and Emergency Information on Children; compliance was met. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Child A.P. did not have a copy of a health assessment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 930 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance). Ms. C. Horne did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. Child Q.S., P.G., and child S.G. did not have permission to transport form; forms expired. .1723(5) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. The qualification letter expired March 19, 2025 for C. Horne. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The facility's roster was not completed in ABCMS. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1892 Application was not on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Child S.S. and P.G. application was not signed. .1721(a)(3) 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 July 7, 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 Reminder: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -Session Law 2024-34 Extension of Hold Harmless provisions: Star rated license reassessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed; Scales are voluntary. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, a criminal background check must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703 (n)(o)). -A valid qualification letter must be on file for review. Qualification letters are valid for five (5) years (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e);.1702(b)(1); G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d)). The violation for Owner/operator C. Horne must be corrected within the fifteen (15) days (July 8, 2025) and a copy of the qualification letter be mailed to the consultant with the required compliance letter. If the qualification is not on file, the employee cannot be at the facility any longer until they receive their qualification letter, and the facility will be placed on inactive status. -Ongoing training hours are due on or before July 1, 2025. You are required to complete at eight (8) hours annually. Ms. Matthews works six and half (6.5) hours per week and must complete fifteen (15) hours.. Operator must complete the required number of on-going training hours as specified in rule (G.S. 110-91(11) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1703(d)(1)). -A signed application must be on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Applications must be signed by the parent giving the operator authorization to seek emergency medical care (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(3)). -A copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), must be on file within thirty (30) days of enrollment (G.S. 110-91(1) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once; water was tested December 9, 2021. -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: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/23/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 6/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Owner/Operator, Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Sandra Matthews, Floater/Assistant was present during the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present in the home during the visit. Upon arrival I observed five (5) children present. The children were observed preparing for circle time, by bathroom break and handwashing. After circle time, I observed the children having supervised outdoor play. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued January 24, 2024. The last annual compliance visit was conducted July 1, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed June 27, 2024 with zero (0) demerits. The facility's water was tested December 9, 2021; t The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan EPR was reviewed and compliance was met.; was updated January 15, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percent as of June 22, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on June 23, 2025, and Kids Cyclone Inc, was listed at current-active. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Family Child Care Homes Item Number Listing for were used to monitor today's visit. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Horne after the visit. The following program requirements were observed posted: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Daily Schedules, a current Activity Plan, Fire Drills/Shelter-in-Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and the Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The program uses an approved curriculum as required, Creative Curriculum. The facility followed the permit restrictions. Children’s files were selected and reviewed, and a violation was cited for a signatures on children's application, and a violation was cited for off-premised form; violation was cited for a child's medical report. Staff files were reviewed. Ms. Horne has completed some in-service training hours. The criminal qualifying letter was not current; a violation was cited for a background check not completed, and a violation was cited for an expired qualifying letter for Ms. C. Horne. The emergency information form was complete and up to date. A current health questionnaire was on file, and Ms. Horne is current with CPR/First Aid. Ms. Horne's family members have current criminal qualifying letters on file. Ms. Horne has a substitute provider, Ms. Sandra Matthews; a current Criminal Qualifying Letter was current and on file, and the CPR and First Aid was current. A violation was cited, because the facility's roster was incomplete in ABCMS. There are no children with medication, and there are no medications stored. The outdoor area and equipment were clean and in good repair. The facility does provide transportation for Field Trips only during the summer. The following was monitored: Child Safety Restraints and Seat Belts, Vehicle Safety Inspection and Liability Insurance, First Aid Kit in Vehicle, and Emergency Information on Children; compliance was met. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Child A.P. did not have a copy of a health assessment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 930 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance). Ms. C. Horne did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. Child Q.S., P.G., and child S.G. did not have permission to transport form; forms expired. .1723(5) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. The qualification letter expired March 19, 2025 for C. Horne. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The facility's roster was not completed in ABCMS. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1892 Application was not on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Child S.S. and P.G. application was not signed. .1721(a)(3) 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 July 7, 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 Reminder: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -Session Law 2024-34 Extension of Hold Harmless provisions: Star rated license reassessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed; Scales are voluntary. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, a criminal background check must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703 (n)(o)). -A valid qualification letter must be on file for review. Qualification letters are valid for five (5) years (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e);.1702(b)(1); G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d)). The violation for Owner/operator C. Horne must be corrected within the fifteen (15) days (July 8, 2025) and a copy of the qualification letter be mailed to the consultant with the required compliance letter. If the qualification is not on file, the employee cannot be at the facility any longer until they receive their qualification letter, and the facility will be placed on inactive status. -Ongoing training hours are due on or before July 1, 2025. You are required to complete at eight (8) hours annually. Ms. Matthews works six and half (6.5) hours per week and must complete fifteen (15) hours.. Operator must complete the required number of on-going training hours as specified in rule (G.S. 110-91(11) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1703(d)(1)). -A signed application must be on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Applications must be signed by the parent giving the operator authorization to seek emergency medical care (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(3)). -A copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), must be on file within thirty (30) days of enrollment (G.S. 110-91(1) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once; water was tested December 9, 2021. -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 .2703 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/23/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 6/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Owner/Operator, Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Sandra Matthews, Floater/Assistant was present during the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present in the home during the visit. Upon arrival I observed five (5) children present. The children were observed preparing for circle time, by bathroom break and handwashing. After circle time, I observed the children having supervised outdoor play. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued January 24, 2024. The last annual compliance visit was conducted July 1, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed June 27, 2024 with zero (0) demerits. The facility's water was tested December 9, 2021; t The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan EPR was reviewed and compliance was met.; was updated January 15, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percent as of June 22, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on June 23, 2025, and Kids Cyclone Inc, was listed at current-active. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Family Child Care Homes Item Number Listing for were used to monitor today's visit. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Horne after the visit. The following program requirements were observed posted: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Daily Schedules, a current Activity Plan, Fire Drills/Shelter-in-Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and the Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The program uses an approved curriculum as required, Creative Curriculum. The facility followed the permit restrictions. Children’s files were selected and reviewed, and a violation was cited for a signatures on children's application, and a violation was cited for off-premised form; violation was cited for a child's medical report. Staff files were reviewed. Ms. Horne has completed some in-service training hours. The criminal qualifying letter was not current; a violation was cited for a background check not completed, and a violation was cited for an expired qualifying letter for Ms. C. Horne. The emergency information form was complete and up to date. A current health questionnaire was on file, and Ms. Horne is current with CPR/First Aid. Ms. Horne's family members have current criminal qualifying letters on file. Ms. Horne has a substitute provider, Ms. Sandra Matthews; a current Criminal Qualifying Letter was current and on file, and the CPR and First Aid was current. A violation was cited, because the facility's roster was incomplete in ABCMS. There are no children with medication, and there are no medications stored. The outdoor area and equipment were clean and in good repair. The facility does provide transportation for Field Trips only during the summer. The following was monitored: Child Safety Restraints and Seat Belts, Vehicle Safety Inspection and Liability Insurance, First Aid Kit in Vehicle, and Emergency Information on Children; compliance was met. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Child A.P. did not have a copy of a health assessment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 930 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance). Ms. C. Horne did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. Child Q.S., P.G., and child S.G. did not have permission to transport form; forms expired. .1723(5) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. The qualification letter expired March 19, 2025 for C. Horne. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The facility's roster was not completed in ABCMS. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1892 Application was not on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Child S.S. and P.G. application was not signed. .1721(a)(3) 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 July 7, 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 Reminder: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -Session Law 2024-34 Extension of Hold Harmless provisions: Star rated license reassessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed; Scales are voluntary. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, a criminal background check must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703 (n)(o)). -A valid qualification letter must be on file for review. Qualification letters are valid for five (5) years (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e);.1702(b)(1); G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d)). The violation for Owner/operator C. Horne must be corrected within the fifteen (15) days (July 8, 2025) and a copy of the qualification letter be mailed to the consultant with the required compliance letter. If the qualification is not on file, the employee cannot be at the facility any longer until they receive their qualification letter, and the facility will be placed on inactive status. -Ongoing training hours are due on or before July 1, 2025. You are required to complete at eight (8) hours annually. Ms. Matthews works six and half (6.5) hours per week and must complete fifteen (15) hours.. Operator must complete the required number of on-going training hours as specified in rule (G.S. 110-91(11) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1703(d)(1)). -A signed application must be on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Applications must be signed by the parent giving the operator authorization to seek emergency medical care (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(3)). -A copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), must be on file within thirty (30) days of enrollment (G.S. 110-91(1) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once; water was tested December 9, 2021. -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 09.1721 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/23/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 6/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Owner/Operator, Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Sandra Matthews, Floater/Assistant was present during the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present in the home during the visit. Upon arrival I observed five (5) children present. The children were observed preparing for circle time, by bathroom break and handwashing. After circle time, I observed the children having supervised outdoor play. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued January 24, 2024. The last annual compliance visit was conducted July 1, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed June 27, 2024 with zero (0) demerits. The facility's water was tested December 9, 2021; t The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan EPR was reviewed and compliance was met.; was updated January 15, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percent as of June 22, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on June 23, 2025, and Kids Cyclone Inc, was listed at current-active. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Family Child Care Homes Item Number Listing for were used to monitor today's visit. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Horne after the visit. The following program requirements were observed posted: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Daily Schedules, a current Activity Plan, Fire Drills/Shelter-in-Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and the Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The program uses an approved curriculum as required, Creative Curriculum. The facility followed the permit restrictions. Children’s files were selected and reviewed, and a violation was cited for a signatures on children's application, and a violation was cited for off-premised form; violation was cited for a child's medical report. Staff files were reviewed. Ms. Horne has completed some in-service training hours. The criminal qualifying letter was not current; a violation was cited for a background check not completed, and a violation was cited for an expired qualifying letter for Ms. C. Horne. The emergency information form was complete and up to date. A current health questionnaire was on file, and Ms. Horne is current with CPR/First Aid. Ms. Horne's family members have current criminal qualifying letters on file. Ms. Horne has a substitute provider, Ms. Sandra Matthews; a current Criminal Qualifying Letter was current and on file, and the CPR and First Aid was current. A violation was cited, because the facility's roster was incomplete in ABCMS. There are no children with medication, and there are no medications stored. The outdoor area and equipment were clean and in good repair. The facility does provide transportation for Field Trips only during the summer. The following was monitored: Child Safety Restraints and Seat Belts, Vehicle Safety Inspection and Liability Insurance, First Aid Kit in Vehicle, and Emergency Information on Children; compliance was met. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Child A.P. did not have a copy of a health assessment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 930 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance). Ms. C. Horne did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. Child Q.S., P.G., and child S.G. did not have permission to transport form; forms expired. .1723(5) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. The qualification letter expired March 19, 2025 for C. Horne. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The facility's roster was not completed in ABCMS. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1892 Application was not on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Child S.S. and P.G. application was not signed. .1721(a)(3) 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 July 7, 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 Reminder: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -Session Law 2024-34 Extension of Hold Harmless provisions: Star rated license reassessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed; Scales are voluntary. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, a criminal background check must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703 (n)(o)). -A valid qualification letter must be on file for review. Qualification letters are valid for five (5) years (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e);.1702(b)(1); G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d)). The violation for Owner/operator C. Horne must be corrected within the fifteen (15) days (July 8, 2025) and a copy of the qualification letter be mailed to the consultant with the required compliance letter. If the qualification is not on file, the employee cannot be at the facility any longer until they receive their qualification letter, and the facility will be placed on inactive status. -Ongoing training hours are due on or before July 1, 2025. You are required to complete at eight (8) hours annually. Ms. Matthews works six and half (6.5) hours per week and must complete fifteen (15) hours.. Operator must complete the required number of on-going training hours as specified in rule (G.S. 110-91(11) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1703(d)(1)). -A signed application must be on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Applications must be signed by the parent giving the operator authorization to seek emergency medical care (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(3)). -A copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), must be on file within thirty (30) days of enrollment (G.S. 110-91(1) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once; water was tested December 9, 2021. -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: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/23/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 6/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Owner/Operator, Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Sandra Matthews, Floater/Assistant was present during the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present in the home during the visit. Upon arrival I observed five (5) children present. The children were observed preparing for circle time, by bathroom break and handwashing. After circle time, I observed the children having supervised outdoor play. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued January 24, 2024. The last annual compliance visit was conducted July 1, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed June 27, 2024 with zero (0) demerits. The facility's water was tested December 9, 2021; t The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan EPR was reviewed and compliance was met.; was updated January 15, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percent as of June 22, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on June 23, 2025, and Kids Cyclone Inc, was listed at current-active. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Family Child Care Homes Item Number Listing for were used to monitor today's visit. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Horne after the visit. The following program requirements were observed posted: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Daily Schedules, a current Activity Plan, Fire Drills/Shelter-in-Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and the Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The program uses an approved curriculum as required, Creative Curriculum. The facility followed the permit restrictions. Children’s files were selected and reviewed, and a violation was cited for a signatures on children's application, and a violation was cited for off-premised form; violation was cited for a child's medical report. Staff files were reviewed. Ms. Horne has completed some in-service training hours. The criminal qualifying letter was not current; a violation was cited for a background check not completed, and a violation was cited for an expired qualifying letter for Ms. C. Horne. The emergency information form was complete and up to date. A current health questionnaire was on file, and Ms. Horne is current with CPR/First Aid. Ms. Horne's family members have current criminal qualifying letters on file. Ms. Horne has a substitute provider, Ms. Sandra Matthews; a current Criminal Qualifying Letter was current and on file, and the CPR and First Aid was current. A violation was cited, because the facility's roster was incomplete in ABCMS. There are no children with medication, and there are no medications stored. The outdoor area and equipment were clean and in good repair. The facility does provide transportation for Field Trips only during the summer. The following was monitored: Child Safety Restraints and Seat Belts, Vehicle Safety Inspection and Liability Insurance, First Aid Kit in Vehicle, and Emergency Information on Children; compliance was met. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Child A.P. did not have a copy of a health assessment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 930 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance). Ms. C. Horne did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. Child Q.S., P.G., and child S.G. did not have permission to transport form; forms expired. .1723(5) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. The qualification letter expired March 19, 2025 for C. Horne. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The facility's roster was not completed in ABCMS. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1892 Application was not on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Child S.S. and P.G. application was not signed. .1721(a)(3) 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 July 7, 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 Reminder: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -Session Law 2024-34 Extension of Hold Harmless provisions: Star rated license reassessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed; Scales are voluntary. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, a criminal background check must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703 (n)(o)). -A valid qualification letter must be on file for review. Qualification letters are valid for five (5) years (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e);.1702(b)(1); G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d)). The violation for Owner/operator C. Horne must be corrected within the fifteen (15) days (July 8, 2025) and a copy of the qualification letter be mailed to the consultant with the required compliance letter. If the qualification is not on file, the employee cannot be at the facility any longer until they receive their qualification letter, and the facility will be placed on inactive status. -Ongoing training hours are due on or before July 1, 2025. You are required to complete at eight (8) hours annually. Ms. Matthews works six and half (6.5) hours per week and must complete fifteen (15) hours.. Operator must complete the required number of on-going training hours as specified in rule (G.S. 110-91(11) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1703(d)(1)). -A signed application must be on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Applications must be signed by the parent giving the operator authorization to seek emergency medical care (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(3)). -A copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), must be on file within thirty (30) days of enrollment (G.S. 110-91(1) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once; water was tested December 9, 2021. -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. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/23/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 6/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Owner/Operator, Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Sandra Matthews, Floater/Assistant was present during the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present in the home during the visit. Upon arrival I observed five (5) children present. The children were observed preparing for circle time, by bathroom break and handwashing. After circle time, I observed the children having supervised outdoor play. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued January 24, 2024. The last annual compliance visit was conducted July 1, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed June 27, 2024 with zero (0) demerits. The facility's water was tested December 9, 2021; t The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan EPR was reviewed and compliance was met.; was updated January 15, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percent as of June 22, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on June 23, 2025, and Kids Cyclone Inc, was listed at current-active. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Family Child Care Homes Item Number Listing for were used to monitor today's visit. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Horne after the visit. The following program requirements were observed posted: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Daily Schedules, a current Activity Plan, Fire Drills/Shelter-in-Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and the Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The program uses an approved curriculum as required, Creative Curriculum. The facility followed the permit restrictions. Children’s files were selected and reviewed, and a violation was cited for a signatures on children's application, and a violation was cited for off-premised form; violation was cited for a child's medical report. Staff files were reviewed. Ms. Horne has completed some in-service training hours. The criminal qualifying letter was not current; a violation was cited for a background check not completed, and a violation was cited for an expired qualifying letter for Ms. C. Horne. The emergency information form was complete and up to date. A current health questionnaire was on file, and Ms. Horne is current with CPR/First Aid. Ms. Horne's family members have current criminal qualifying letters on file. Ms. Horne has a substitute provider, Ms. Sandra Matthews; a current Criminal Qualifying Letter was current and on file, and the CPR and First Aid was current. A violation was cited, because the facility's roster was incomplete in ABCMS. There are no children with medication, and there are no medications stored. The outdoor area and equipment were clean and in good repair. The facility does provide transportation for Field Trips only during the summer. The following was monitored: Child Safety Restraints and Seat Belts, Vehicle Safety Inspection and Liability Insurance, First Aid Kit in Vehicle, and Emergency Information on Children; compliance was met. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Child A.P. did not have a copy of a health assessment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 930 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance). Ms. C. Horne did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. Child Q.S., P.G., and child S.G. did not have permission to transport form; forms expired. .1723(5) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. The qualification letter expired March 19, 2025 for C. Horne. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The facility's roster was not completed in ABCMS. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1892 Application was not on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Child S.S. and P.G. application was not signed. .1721(a)(3) 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 July 7, 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 Reminder: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -Session Law 2024-34 Extension of Hold Harmless provisions: Star rated license reassessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed; Scales are voluntary. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, a criminal background check must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703 (n)(o)). -A valid qualification letter must be on file for review. Qualification letters are valid for five (5) years (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e);.1702(b)(1); G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d)). The violation for Owner/operator C. Horne must be corrected within the fifteen (15) days (July 8, 2025) and a copy of the qualification letter be mailed to the consultant with the required compliance letter. If the qualification is not on file, the employee cannot be at the facility any longer until they receive their qualification letter, and the facility will be placed on inactive status. -Ongoing training hours are due on or before July 1, 2025. You are required to complete at eight (8) hours annually. Ms. Matthews works six and half (6.5) hours per week and must complete fifteen (15) hours.. Operator must complete the required number of on-going training hours as specified in rule (G.S. 110-91(11) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1703(d)(1)). -A signed application must be on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Applications must be signed by the parent giving the operator authorization to seek emergency medical care (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(3)). -A copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), must be on file within thirty (30) days of enrollment (G.S. 110-91(1) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once; water was tested December 9, 2021. -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

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/23/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 6/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Owner/Operator, Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Sandra Matthews, Floater/Assistant was present during the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present in the home during the visit. Upon arrival I observed five (5) children present. The children were observed preparing for circle time, by bathroom break and handwashing. After circle time, I observed the children having supervised outdoor play. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued January 24, 2024. The last annual compliance visit was conducted July 1, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed June 27, 2024 with zero (0) demerits. The facility's water was tested December 9, 2021; t The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan EPR was reviewed and compliance was met.; was updated January 15, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percent as of June 22, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on June 23, 2025, and Kids Cyclone Inc, was listed at current-active. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Family Child Care Homes Item Number Listing for were used to monitor today's visit. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Horne after the visit. The following program requirements were observed posted: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Daily Schedules, a current Activity Plan, Fire Drills/Shelter-in-Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and the Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The program uses an approved curriculum as required, Creative Curriculum. The facility followed the permit restrictions. Children’s files were selected and reviewed, and a violation was cited for a signatures on children's application, and a violation was cited for off-premised form; violation was cited for a child's medical report. Staff files were reviewed. Ms. Horne has completed some in-service training hours. The criminal qualifying letter was not current; a violation was cited for a background check not completed, and a violation was cited for an expired qualifying letter for Ms. C. Horne. The emergency information form was complete and up to date. A current health questionnaire was on file, and Ms. Horne is current with CPR/First Aid. Ms. Horne's family members have current criminal qualifying letters on file. Ms. Horne has a substitute provider, Ms. Sandra Matthews; a current Criminal Qualifying Letter was current and on file, and the CPR and First Aid was current. A violation was cited, because the facility's roster was incomplete in ABCMS. There are no children with medication, and there are no medications stored. The outdoor area and equipment were clean and in good repair. The facility does provide transportation for Field Trips only during the summer. The following was monitored: Child Safety Restraints and Seat Belts, Vehicle Safety Inspection and Liability Insurance, First Aid Kit in Vehicle, and Emergency Information on Children; compliance was met. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Child A.P. did not have a copy of a health assessment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 930 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance). Ms. C. Horne did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. Child Q.S., P.G., and child S.G. did not have permission to transport form; forms expired. .1723(5) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. The qualification letter expired March 19, 2025 for C. Horne. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The facility's roster was not completed in ABCMS. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1892 Application was not on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Child S.S. and P.G. application was not signed. .1721(a)(3) 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 July 7, 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 Reminder: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -Session Law 2024-34 Extension of Hold Harmless provisions: Star rated license reassessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed; Scales are voluntary. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, a criminal background check must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703 (n)(o)). -A valid qualification letter must be on file for review. Qualification letters are valid for five (5) years (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e);.1702(b)(1); G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d)). The violation for Owner/operator C. Horne must be corrected within the fifteen (15) days (July 8, 2025) and a copy of the qualification letter be mailed to the consultant with the required compliance letter. If the qualification is not on file, the employee cannot be at the facility any longer until they receive their qualification letter, and the facility will be placed on inactive status. -Ongoing training hours are due on or before July 1, 2025. You are required to complete at eight (8) hours annually. Ms. Matthews works six and half (6.5) hours per week and must complete fifteen (15) hours.. Operator must complete the required number of on-going training hours as specified in rule (G.S. 110-91(11) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1703(d)(1)). -A signed application must be on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Applications must be signed by the parent giving the operator authorization to seek emergency medical care (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(3)). -A copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), must be on file within thirty (30) days of enrollment (G.S. 110-91(1) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once; water was tested December 9, 2021. -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: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/23/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 6/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Owner/Operator, Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Sandra Matthews, Floater/Assistant was present during the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present in the home during the visit. Upon arrival I observed five (5) children present. The children were observed preparing for circle time, by bathroom break and handwashing. After circle time, I observed the children having supervised outdoor play. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued January 24, 2024. The last annual compliance visit was conducted July 1, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed June 27, 2024 with zero (0) demerits. The facility's water was tested December 9, 2021; t The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan EPR was reviewed and compliance was met.; was updated January 15, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percent as of June 22, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on June 23, 2025, and Kids Cyclone Inc, was listed at current-active. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist and the 2025 Family Child Care Homes Item Number Listing for were used to monitor today's visit. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Horne after the visit. The following program requirements were observed posted: First Aid Poster, Child Care License, No Smoking Sign, Summary of NC Law, Daily Schedules, a current Activity Plan, Fire Drills/Shelter-in-Place and/or Lockdown Drills, and the Emergency Medical Care Plan; compliance was met. The program uses an approved curriculum as required, Creative Curriculum. The facility followed the permit restrictions. Children’s files were selected and reviewed, and a violation was cited for a signatures on children's application, and a violation was cited for off-premised form; violation was cited for a child's medical report. Staff files were reviewed. Ms. Horne has completed some in-service training hours. The criminal qualifying letter was not current; a violation was cited for a background check not completed, and a violation was cited for an expired qualifying letter for Ms. C. Horne. The emergency information form was complete and up to date. A current health questionnaire was on file, and Ms. Horne is current with CPR/First Aid. Ms. Horne's family members have current criminal qualifying letters on file. Ms. Horne has a substitute provider, Ms. Sandra Matthews; a current Criminal Qualifying Letter was current and on file, and the CPR and First Aid was current. A violation was cited, because the facility's roster was incomplete in ABCMS. There are no children with medication, and there are no medications stored. The outdoor area and equipment were clean and in good repair. The facility does provide transportation for Field Trips only during the summer. The following was monitored: Child Safety Restraints and Seat Belts, Vehicle Safety Inspection and Liability Insurance, First Aid Kit in Vehicle, and Emergency Information on Children; compliance was met. Six (6) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Child A.P. did not have a copy of a health assessment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 930 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance). Ms. C. Horne did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. Child Q.S., P.G., and child S.G. did not have permission to transport form; forms expired. .1723(5) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. The qualification letter expired March 19, 2025 for C. Horne. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The facility's roster was not completed in ABCMS. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1892 Application was not on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Child S.S. and P.G. application was not signed. .1721(a)(3) 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 July 7, 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 Reminder: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -Session Law 2024-34 Extension of Hold Harmless provisions: Star rated license reassessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed; Scales are voluntary. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, a criminal background check must be completed (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703 (n)(o)). -A valid qualification letter must be on file for review. Qualification letters are valid for five (5) years (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2703(e);.1702(b)(1); G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d)). The violation for Owner/operator C. Horne must be corrected within the fifteen (15) days (July 8, 2025) and a copy of the qualification letter be mailed to the consultant with the required compliance letter. If the qualification is not on file, the employee cannot be at the facility any longer until they receive their qualification letter, and the facility will be placed on inactive status. -Ongoing training hours are due on or before July 1, 2025. You are required to complete at eight (8) hours annually. Ms. Matthews works six and half (6.5) hours per week and must complete fifteen (15) hours.. Operator must complete the required number of on-going training hours as specified in rule (G.S. 110-91(11) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1703(d)(1)). -A signed application must be on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Applications must be signed by the parent giving the operator authorization to seek emergency medical care (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(3)). -A copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), must be on file within thirty (30) days of enrollment (G.S. 110-91(1) & Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once; water was tested December 9, 2021. -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 .1719 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 1/31/2025 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 1/31/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 10:55 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home 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 the Owner/Operator Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present during the visit. The facility had a Four-Star License issued January 4, 2022, and an eighteen-month compliance history score of ninety-eight percent (98) prior to today’s visit. The Annual Compliance visit was completed on July 1, 2024. Upon arrival I observed four (4) children present. Ms. Horne was preparing for circle time, and I observed the children having circle time with Ms. Horne. They sang a welcome song, and I observed music and movement. After music and movement, Ms. Horne read a book to the children, "Rabbit's Snow Dance" by James and Joseph Bruchac and illustrated by Jeff Newman. I observed Ms. Horne and the children participate in a fire drill. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Family Child Care Home Checklist and the Master Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children was adequately supervised. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Horne spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratio was maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews (summer staff) is current with CPR. First Aid: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with First Aid. Special Training: Ms. Horne is continuing to complete ongoing training, and Ms. Matthews continues to complete ongoing training. CBC Qualification: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with CBC qualification (CBC); Ms. Horne's husband and son have a current CBC and qualification on file. ITS-SIDS: Ms. Horne does not have any infants enrolled; permit is one (1) to twelve (12) years-old. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: There are no children with medication. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did not observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, they were observed stored properly during the visit. Storage of Medication: There was no medication stored. General Safety: There was an outlet cover uncovered, and a violation was cited. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children present during the visit was observed in the licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill was complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) was up to date. The playground inspections were not complete and up to date; a violation was cited. License Posted: The license was observed posted. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed June 27, 2024, with a demerit score of zero (0). The Lead-Based Paint Assessment was completed May 3, 2024; no lead paint assessed. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan was last updated January 15, 2025. Two (2) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 716 Electrical outlets not in use were not covered. An electrical outlet was uncovered. 10A NCAC .1719(a)(27) 923 Operator did not keep records of monthly fire drills, quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drills, incident reports, incident logs, accurate attendance, emergency numbers, emergency preparedness and response plan, field trip/transportation permission, pet vaccinations records and/or playground inspections monthly outdoor safety checks for a minimum of one year. Playground Safety Inspection was not completed for December 2024. .1721 (e)(7) 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 February 14, 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: -Electrical outlets not in use must be covered (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1719(a)(27)). -Playground inspections monthly outdoor safety checks must be completed monthly, and forms must be maintained for a minimum of one (1) year (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.1721(e)(7)). -Ms. Horne's qualification letter will expire March 19, 2025, and Ms. Matthews qualification letter will expire April 1, 2025. Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider/staff must complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance); G.S. 110-90.2 &.2703(n)&(o)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me 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 .1725 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 1/31/2025 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 1/31/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 10:55 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home 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 the Owner/Operator Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present during the visit. The facility had a Four-Star License issued January 4, 2022, and an eighteen-month compliance history score of ninety-eight percent (98) prior to today’s visit. The Annual Compliance visit was completed on July 1, 2024. Upon arrival I observed four (4) children present. Ms. Horne was preparing for circle time, and I observed the children having circle time with Ms. Horne. They sang a welcome song, and I observed music and movement. After music and movement, Ms. Horne read a book to the children, "Rabbit's Snow Dance" by James and Joseph Bruchac and illustrated by Jeff Newman. I observed Ms. Horne and the children participate in a fire drill. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Family Child Care Home Checklist and the Master Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children was adequately supervised. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Horne spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratio was maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews (summer staff) is current with CPR. First Aid: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with First Aid. Special Training: Ms. Horne is continuing to complete ongoing training, and Ms. Matthews continues to complete ongoing training. CBC Qualification: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with CBC qualification (CBC); Ms. Horne's husband and son have a current CBC and qualification on file. ITS-SIDS: Ms. Horne does not have any infants enrolled; permit is one (1) to twelve (12) years-old. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: There are no children with medication. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did not observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, they were observed stored properly during the visit. Storage of Medication: There was no medication stored. General Safety: There was an outlet cover uncovered, and a violation was cited. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children present during the visit was observed in the licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill was complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) was up to date. The playground inspections were not complete and up to date; a violation was cited. License Posted: The license was observed posted. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed June 27, 2024, with a demerit score of zero (0). The Lead-Based Paint Assessment was completed May 3, 2024; no lead paint assessed. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan was last updated January 15, 2025. Two (2) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 716 Electrical outlets not in use were not covered. An electrical outlet was uncovered. 10A NCAC .1719(a)(27) 923 Operator did not keep records of monthly fire drills, quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drills, incident reports, incident logs, accurate attendance, emergency numbers, emergency preparedness and response plan, field trip/transportation permission, pet vaccinations records and/or playground inspections monthly outdoor safety checks for a minimum of one year. Playground Safety Inspection was not completed for December 2024. .1721 (e)(7) 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 February 14, 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: -Electrical outlets not in use must be covered (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1719(a)(27)). -Playground inspections monthly outdoor safety checks must be completed monthly, and forms must be maintained for a minimum of one (1) year (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.1721(e)(7)). -Ms. Horne's qualification letter will expire March 19, 2025, and Ms. Matthews qualification letter will expire April 1, 2025. Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider/staff must complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance); G.S. 110-90.2 &.2703(n)&(o)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me 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 09.1721 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 1/31/2025 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 1/31/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 10:55 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home 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 the Owner/Operator Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present during the visit. The facility had a Four-Star License issued January 4, 2022, and an eighteen-month compliance history score of ninety-eight percent (98) prior to today’s visit. The Annual Compliance visit was completed on July 1, 2024. Upon arrival I observed four (4) children present. Ms. Horne was preparing for circle time, and I observed the children having circle time with Ms. Horne. They sang a welcome song, and I observed music and movement. After music and movement, Ms. Horne read a book to the children, "Rabbit's Snow Dance" by James and Joseph Bruchac and illustrated by Jeff Newman. I observed Ms. Horne and the children participate in a fire drill. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Family Child Care Home Checklist and the Master Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children was adequately supervised. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Horne spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratio was maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews (summer staff) is current with CPR. First Aid: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with First Aid. Special Training: Ms. Horne is continuing to complete ongoing training, and Ms. Matthews continues to complete ongoing training. CBC Qualification: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with CBC qualification (CBC); Ms. Horne's husband and son have a current CBC and qualification on file. ITS-SIDS: Ms. Horne does not have any infants enrolled; permit is one (1) to twelve (12) years-old. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: There are no children with medication. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did not observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, they were observed stored properly during the visit. Storage of Medication: There was no medication stored. General Safety: There was an outlet cover uncovered, and a violation was cited. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children present during the visit was observed in the licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill was complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) was up to date. The playground inspections were not complete and up to date; a violation was cited. License Posted: The license was observed posted. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed June 27, 2024, with a demerit score of zero (0). The Lead-Based Paint Assessment was completed May 3, 2024; no lead paint assessed. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan was last updated January 15, 2025. Two (2) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 716 Electrical outlets not in use were not covered. An electrical outlet was uncovered. 10A NCAC .1719(a)(27) 923 Operator did not keep records of monthly fire drills, quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drills, incident reports, incident logs, accurate attendance, emergency numbers, emergency preparedness and response plan, field trip/transportation permission, pet vaccinations records and/or playground inspections monthly outdoor safety checks for a minimum of one year. Playground Safety Inspection was not completed for December 2024. .1721 (e)(7) 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 February 14, 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: -Electrical outlets not in use must be covered (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1719(a)(27)). -Playground inspections monthly outdoor safety checks must be completed monthly, and forms must be maintained for a minimum of one (1) year (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.1721(e)(7)). -Ms. Horne's qualification letter will expire March 19, 2025, and Ms. Matthews qualification letter will expire April 1, 2025. Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider/staff must complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance); G.S. 110-90.2 &.2703(n)&(o)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me 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: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 1/31/2025 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 1/31/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 10:55 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home 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 the Owner/Operator Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present during the visit. The facility had a Four-Star License issued January 4, 2022, and an eighteen-month compliance history score of ninety-eight percent (98) prior to today’s visit. The Annual Compliance visit was completed on July 1, 2024. Upon arrival I observed four (4) children present. Ms. Horne was preparing for circle time, and I observed the children having circle time with Ms. Horne. They sang a welcome song, and I observed music and movement. After music and movement, Ms. Horne read a book to the children, "Rabbit's Snow Dance" by James and Joseph Bruchac and illustrated by Jeff Newman. I observed Ms. Horne and the children participate in a fire drill. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Family Child Care Home Checklist and the Master Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children was adequately supervised. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Horne spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratio was maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews (summer staff) is current with CPR. First Aid: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with First Aid. Special Training: Ms. Horne is continuing to complete ongoing training, and Ms. Matthews continues to complete ongoing training. CBC Qualification: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with CBC qualification (CBC); Ms. Horne's husband and son have a current CBC and qualification on file. ITS-SIDS: Ms. Horne does not have any infants enrolled; permit is one (1) to twelve (12) years-old. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: There are no children with medication. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did not observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, they were observed stored properly during the visit. Storage of Medication: There was no medication stored. General Safety: There was an outlet cover uncovered, and a violation was cited. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children present during the visit was observed in the licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill was complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) was up to date. The playground inspections were not complete and up to date; a violation was cited. License Posted: The license was observed posted. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed June 27, 2024, with a demerit score of zero (0). The Lead-Based Paint Assessment was completed May 3, 2024; no lead paint assessed. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan was last updated January 15, 2025. Two (2) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 716 Electrical outlets not in use were not covered. An electrical outlet was uncovered. 10A NCAC .1719(a)(27) 923 Operator did not keep records of monthly fire drills, quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drills, incident reports, incident logs, accurate attendance, emergency numbers, emergency preparedness and response plan, field trip/transportation permission, pet vaccinations records and/or playground inspections monthly outdoor safety checks for a minimum of one year. Playground Safety Inspection was not completed for December 2024. .1721 (e)(7) 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 February 14, 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: -Electrical outlets not in use must be covered (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1719(a)(27)). -Playground inspections monthly outdoor safety checks must be completed monthly, and forms must be maintained for a minimum of one (1) year (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.1721(e)(7)). -Ms. Horne's qualification letter will expire March 19, 2025, and Ms. Matthews qualification letter will expire April 1, 2025. Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider/staff must complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance); G.S. 110-90.2 &.2703(n)&(o)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me 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: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 1/31/2025 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 1/31/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 10:55 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home 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 the Owner/Operator Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present during the visit. The facility had a Four-Star License issued January 4, 2022, and an eighteen-month compliance history score of ninety-eight percent (98) prior to today’s visit. The Annual Compliance visit was completed on July 1, 2024. Upon arrival I observed four (4) children present. Ms. Horne was preparing for circle time, and I observed the children having circle time with Ms. Horne. They sang a welcome song, and I observed music and movement. After music and movement, Ms. Horne read a book to the children, "Rabbit's Snow Dance" by James and Joseph Bruchac and illustrated by Jeff Newman. I observed Ms. Horne and the children participate in a fire drill. The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Family Child Care Home Checklist and the Master Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children was adequately supervised. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Horne spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratio was maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews (summer staff) is current with CPR. First Aid: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with First Aid. Special Training: Ms. Horne is continuing to complete ongoing training, and Ms. Matthews continues to complete ongoing training. CBC Qualification: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with CBC qualification (CBC); Ms. Horne's husband and son have a current CBC and qualification on file. ITS-SIDS: Ms. Horne does not have any infants enrolled; permit is one (1) to twelve (12) years-old. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: There are no children with medication. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did not observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, they were observed stored properly during the visit. Storage of Medication: There was no medication stored. General Safety: There was an outlet cover uncovered, and a violation was cited. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children present during the visit was observed in the licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill was complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) was up to date. The playground inspections were not complete and up to date; a violation was cited. License Posted: The license was observed posted. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed June 27, 2024, with a demerit score of zero (0). The Lead-Based Paint Assessment was completed May 3, 2024; no lead paint assessed. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan was last updated January 15, 2025. Two (2) violations were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 716 Electrical outlets not in use were not covered. An electrical outlet was uncovered. 10A NCAC .1719(a)(27) 923 Operator did not keep records of monthly fire drills, quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drills, incident reports, incident logs, accurate attendance, emergency numbers, emergency preparedness and response plan, field trip/transportation permission, pet vaccinations records and/or playground inspections monthly outdoor safety checks for a minimum of one year. Playground Safety Inspection was not completed for December 2024. .1721 (e)(7) 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 February 14, 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: -Electrical outlets not in use must be covered (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1719(a)(27)). -Playground inspections monthly outdoor safety checks must be completed monthly, and forms must be maintained for a minimum of one (1) year (Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.1721(e)(7)). -Ms. Horne's qualification letter will expire March 19, 2025, and Ms. Matthews qualification letter will expire April 1, 2025. Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider/staff must complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance); G.S. 110-90.2 &.2703(n)&(o)). -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -The Carolina Water for Kids program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me 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 .1729 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 2/14/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 2/14/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 10:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home 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 the Owner/Operator Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present during the visit. The facility had a Four-Star License issued January 4, 2022, and an eighteen-month compliance history score of 96% prior to today’s visit. The Annual Compliance visit was completed on July 7, 2023. Upon arrival I observed five (5) children present. Ms. Horne was preparing for circle time, and I observed the children having circle time with Ms. Horne. They sang a welcome song, completed days of the week, and I observed music and movement. Ms. Horne read two (2) books, Love Bugs and Acts of Love and Kindness (Jennifer Barlett). The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Family Child Care Home Checklist and the Master Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children was adequately supervised. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Horne spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratio was maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews (summer staff) is current with CPR. First Aid: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with First Aid. Special Training: Ms. Horne is continuing to complete ongoing training, and Ms. Matthews continues to complete ongoing training. CBC Qualification: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with CBC qualification (CBC); Ms. Horne's husband and son has a current CBC and qualification on file. ITS-SIDS: Ms. Horne does not have any infants enrolled; permit is one (1) to twelve (12) years-old. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: Emergency medication was reviewed. One (1) violation cited for Permission to Administer form. Children with allergies were posted. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did not observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, they were observed stored properly during the visit. Storage of Medication: The medication was properly stored. General Safety: There were no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children present during the visit was observed in the licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill was complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) was up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. License Posted: The license was observed posted. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed June 7, 2023. One (1) violation was cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 1406 Authorization for up to 6 months to administer prescription or over-the-counter medication, when needed, for chronic medical conditions and for allergic reactions was not in writing and did not contain information required by rule 10 NCAC 09 .1720(c)(6)(A-I). The Permission to Administer was not completed every six (6) months; completed April 10, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .1720(b)(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 February 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. -House Bill 103: Effective July 11, 2022, individuals have five (5) years to renew their criminal record check instead of every three (3) years. -On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024, and requiring the North Carolina Child Care Commission to make recommendations for modernizing the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Permission to administer medication form must be completed every six (6) months. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1720 (b)(6)(A-I) Medication Requirements: A parent may give a caregiver standing authorization for up to six months to administer prescription or over-the-counter medication to a child, when needed, for chronic medical conditions such as asthma, and for allergic reactions. The authorization shall be in writing and shall contain: (A) the child's name; (B) the subject medical conditions or allergic reactions; (C) the names of the authorized over-the-counter medications; (D) the criteria for the administration of the medication; (E) the amount and frequency of the dosages; (F) the manner in which the medication shall be administered; (G) the signature of the parent; (H) the date the authorization was signed by the parent; and (I) the length of time the authorization is valid, if less than six months. -Ensure that substitute caregiver meets requirements. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1729.Additional Caregiver and Substitute Provider Qualifications. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed and signed, and a copy was 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 .1720 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 2/14/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 2/14/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 10:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home 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 the Owner/Operator Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present during the visit. The facility had a Four-Star License issued January 4, 2022, and an eighteen-month compliance history score of 96% prior to today’s visit. The Annual Compliance visit was completed on July 7, 2023. Upon arrival I observed five (5) children present. Ms. Horne was preparing for circle time, and I observed the children having circle time with Ms. Horne. They sang a welcome song, completed days of the week, and I observed music and movement. Ms. Horne read two (2) books, Love Bugs and Acts of Love and Kindness (Jennifer Barlett). The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Family Child Care Home Checklist and the Master Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children was adequately supervised. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Horne spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratio was maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews (summer staff) is current with CPR. First Aid: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with First Aid. Special Training: Ms. Horne is continuing to complete ongoing training, and Ms. Matthews continues to complete ongoing training. CBC Qualification: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with CBC qualification (CBC); Ms. Horne's husband and son has a current CBC and qualification on file. ITS-SIDS: Ms. Horne does not have any infants enrolled; permit is one (1) to twelve (12) years-old. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: Emergency medication was reviewed. One (1) violation cited for Permission to Administer form. Children with allergies were posted. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did not observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, they were observed stored properly during the visit. Storage of Medication: The medication was properly stored. General Safety: There were no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children present during the visit was observed in the licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill was complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) was up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. License Posted: The license was observed posted. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed June 7, 2023. One (1) violation was cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 1406 Authorization for up to 6 months to administer prescription or over-the-counter medication, when needed, for chronic medical conditions and for allergic reactions was not in writing and did not contain information required by rule 10 NCAC 09 .1720(c)(6)(A-I). The Permission to Administer was not completed every six (6) months; completed April 10, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .1720(b)(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 February 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. -House Bill 103: Effective July 11, 2022, individuals have five (5) years to renew their criminal record check instead of every three (3) years. -On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024, and requiring the North Carolina Child Care Commission to make recommendations for modernizing the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Permission to administer medication form must be completed every six (6) months. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1720 (b)(6)(A-I) Medication Requirements: A parent may give a caregiver standing authorization for up to six months to administer prescription or over-the-counter medication to a child, when needed, for chronic medical conditions such as asthma, and for allergic reactions. The authorization shall be in writing and shall contain: (A) the child's name; (B) the subject medical conditions or allergic reactions; (C) the names of the authorized over-the-counter medications; (D) the criteria for the administration of the medication; (E) the amount and frequency of the dosages; (F) the manner in which the medication shall be administered; (G) the signature of the parent; (H) the date the authorization was signed by the parent; and (I) the length of time the authorization is valid, if less than six months. -Ensure that substitute caregiver meets requirements. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1729.Additional Caregiver and Substitute Provider Qualifications. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed and signed, and a copy was 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: KIDS CYCLONE Facility ID: 60004146 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 2/14/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 2/14/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 10:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home 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 the Owner/Operator Ms. Cylathia Horne, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Horne's son was present during the visit. The facility had a Four-Star License issued January 4, 2022, and an eighteen-month compliance history score of 96% prior to today’s visit. The Annual Compliance visit was completed on July 7, 2023. Upon arrival I observed five (5) children present. Ms. Horne was preparing for circle time, and I observed the children having circle time with Ms. Horne. They sang a welcome song, completed days of the week, and I observed music and movement. Ms. Horne read two (2) books, Love Bugs and Acts of Love and Kindness (Jennifer Barlett). The following child care requirements were monitored and observed today using the Family Child Care Home Checklist and the Master Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing: Supervision: The children was adequately supervised. Nurturing tones were heard when Ms. Horne spoke with the children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratio was maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews (summer staff) is current with CPR. First Aid: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with First Aid. Special Training: Ms. Horne is continuing to complete ongoing training, and Ms. Matthews continues to complete ongoing training. CBC Qualification: Ms. Horne and Ms. Matthews is current with CBC qualification (CBC); Ms. Horne's husband and son has a current CBC and qualification on file. ITS-SIDS: Ms. Horne does not have any infants enrolled; permit is one (1) to twelve (12) years-old. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted. Administration of Medication: Emergency medication was reviewed. One (1) violation cited for Permission to Administer form. Children with allergies were posted. Storage of Hazardous Substances: I did not observe any hazardous substances that were accessible, they were observed stored properly during the visit. Storage of Medication: The medication was properly stored. General Safety: There were no safety concerns. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Adequate/Approved Space: The children present during the visit was observed in the licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed all information required to be posted and found meeting compliance. The monthly fire drill and emergency drill was complete and up to date, and the quarterly drill (shelter-in-place) was up to date. The playground inspections were complete and up to date. License Posted: The license was observed posted. Permit Restrictions: All permit restrictions were observed meeting compliance today. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed June 7, 2023. One (1) violation was cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 1406 Authorization for up to 6 months to administer prescription or over-the-counter medication, when needed, for chronic medical conditions and for allergic reactions was not in writing and did not contain information required by rule 10 NCAC 09 .1720(c)(6)(A-I). The Permission to Administer was not completed every six (6) months; completed April 10, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .1720(b)(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 February 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. -House Bill 103: Effective July 11, 2022, individuals have five (5) years to renew their criminal record check instead of every three (3) years. -On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024, and requiring the North Carolina Child Care Commission to make recommendations for modernizing the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Permission to administer medication form must be completed every six (6) months. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1720 (b)(6)(A-I) Medication Requirements: A parent may give a caregiver standing authorization for up to six months to administer prescription or over-the-counter medication to a child, when needed, for chronic medical conditions such as asthma, and for allergic reactions. The authorization shall be in writing and shall contain: (A) the child's name; (B) the subject medical conditions or allergic reactions; (C) the names of the authorized over-the-counter medications; (D) the criteria for the administration of the medication; (E) the amount and frequency of the dosages; (F) the manner in which the medication shall be administered; (G) the signature of the parent; (H) the date the authorization was signed by the parent; and (I) the length of time the authorization is valid, if less than six months. -Ensure that substitute caregiver meets requirements. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1729.Additional Caregiver and Substitute Provider Qualifications. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed and signed, and a copy was 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