Raising Strong Minds

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: RAISING STRONG MINDS Facility ID: 60003661 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/5/2026 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 5/5/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 02:15 PM Time Out: 04:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Rated License Assessment Announced/Unannounced: Announced The purpose of today’s routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with child care requirements. At arrival I knocked on the door and once opened, I greeted Mrs. Haskins, owner, and stated the purpose of my visit. I conducted a walk-through of the facility partially assisted. This facility currently only operates one out of the two approved shift and has a five (5) star license. During the visit Ms. Haskins and I discussed that she was ready to apply and have her environmental rating scales scheduled. Due to the readiness this visit was changed to a rated License visit and the scales will be ordered once you complete your three month self-assessment. The following centers were available today, blocks, fine motor, dramatic play, and library. Children were observed playing with blocks and several staff child interactions about materials in the class, counting, and circle time. Children participated in outdoor gross motor play as well. Ms. Haskins gave the children several words of encouragement and praise. I conducted a walk-through of the facility, and the following items were monitored: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR/first aid, IT-SIDS, CBC qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, safe arrival and departure, and all required posted documents. Rated License: Ms. Haskins last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on November 11, 2025. You currently have five stars in education. The Family and Community Engagement Standards Family Child Care Homes were identified, I will order your environmental rating scale as soon as you send me an email with your completed self-assessment. If you obtained a 4.0 or higher on your environmental rating scales you will maintain your five stars. I have received all other documents needed except the self-study. There were no violations observed during this visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1735 The daily schedule, activity plan, infant feeding plan, allergy posting, SIDS Sleep Chart/visual check were not maintained on file for a minimum of 30 days from the revision or replacement date. The allergy posting was not posted anywhere in the facility. .1721((f)(4)(A) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on t The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance he visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. QRIS-Modernization: Pathways to the Stars: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/ www.ncrlap.org to learn about the new environment rating scales 3rd edition, there are also free workshops on the site. The tutorials will assist you in completing the self study. Contact your local partnership for children to help assistance. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact me or Mrs. Ebony Duncan, supervisor at 704-594-0043 or via email at ebony.duncan@dhhs.nc.gov. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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: RAISING STRONG MINDS Facility ID: 60003661 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/26/2024 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 11/26/2024 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 175 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose operates of my unannounced annual compliance visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Haskins, owner/operator. I stated the purpose of my visit and proceeded with the monitoring visit. This facility currently with a five (5) star rated license effective 02-28- 2019. Children were observed actively engaged in activity centers, art, transitions from play to lunch. Ms. Haskins discussed letters, numbers, shapes, and colors during her circle time. Children participated in art/writing while they waited for lunch. Lunch consisted of turkey, pasta, green beans, oranges, bread, and milk. One child had lima beans as a meat substitute. After lunch children transitioned to toileting routines and nap time. INSPECTIONS: The last documented fire drill was conducted 11-1 -2024. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 11-14 -2024. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 11-1-2024. The last compliance history prior to this visit was 97%. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, transportation, safety, program, and management, children’s files, and staff files. The facility has been approved for transportation but currently she does not provide transportation. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Violation Number Comment Rule 816 Each child's hands were not washed before and after eating. Children washed hands but played with toys and art before the food was served. .1725(a)(7)(B) 908 Health questionnaire was not completed annually. The last documented HQ was completed on 1/2023. .1703(a)(1) The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. Required Response: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Rated License: You have an option not to be reassessed for environmental rating scales, if you choose this route you will decrease to four stars based on your current education. If you decide to be reassessed contact Child care resources inc. CCRI: www.childcareresourcesinc.org to assist with preparing you for the Family Child Care environmental rating scale assessment (FCCERS). NCRLAP.org has many resources that can prepare you for the FCCERS. Start working on your self-study, it should take you three months and I will need a copy when you submit your application. In 2025 you will be accessed with the new scale, FCCERS-3 Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/ You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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: RAISING STRONG MINDS Facility ID: 60003661 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/30/2023 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 11/30/2023 Age: From 2 To 3 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced annual compliance visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Haskins, owner/operator. I stated the purpose of my visit and proceeded the monitoring visit. This facility currently operates with a five (5) star rated license effective 02-28-2019 Children were actively engaged in activity centers and dancing to music. Ms. Haskins discussed letters, numbers, shapes, and colors during her circle time. Children participated in art/writing while they waited for lunch. Lunch consisted of spaghetti and meat sauce, corn, banana, bread, and milk. After lunch children transitioned to toileting routines and nap time. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. INSPECTIONS: The last documented fire drill was conducted 11-1 -2023. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 11-16 -2023. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 11-1-2023. The last compliance history prior to this visit was 96%. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, transportation, safety, program, and management, children’s files, and staff files. The facility has been approved for transportation but currently she does not provide transportation. Violation Number Comment Rule 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. there were plastic bags stored in a drawer near the changing table and thumb tacks were on the shelf near the book center. .1719(a)(18) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. Technical assistance: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. This order has ended, and you are in cohort 1 and this is your year to prepare. Rated License: You have an option not to be reassessed for environmental rating scales, if you chose this route you will decrease to four stars based on your current education. If you decide to be reassessed contact Child care resources inc. CCRI: www.childcareresourcesinc.org to assist with preparing you for the Family Child Care environmental rating scale assessment (FCCERS). NCRLAP.org has many resources that can prepare you for the FCCERS. Start working on your self study, it should take you three months and I will need a copy when you submit your application. I will send you an email with the application and study for you to have when you are ready. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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