10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: SKYERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 60002218 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/29/2025 Number Present: 39 Completed Date: 7/29/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 310 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 02:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. The center operates with a Four-Star license and an 18-month compliance history score of 88%, effective November 17, 2017. The Secretary of State website was checked and SKYERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC was current and active. The restrictions include: Daytime care only, Building #1 used for admin offices/storage only; Meets enhanced ratios; Meets enhanced space. Upon arrival, I was greeted by T. Skyers/Administrator. I discussed with Ms. Skyers the Annual Compliance Monitoring guidelines. We completed the walkthrough of the center together and Ms. Skyers assisted me with the visit. The following items were posted within the center/ classrooms: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/ departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Indoor Learning Environment: Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. Children were observed during indoor & outdoor free play and transitions. There were thirty-nine (39) children present today. There are forty-three (43) children enrolled in the center. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was monitored today and in compliance. Inspections: The outdoor inspections and fire drills were monitored. The last fire drill was conducted on 6/30/25. The centers last shelter in place/ lockdown drill was conducted on 6/5/25. The last monthly playground inspection was conducted on 6/5/25 The center last had a sanitation inspection on 6/25/25. The center received six (6) demerits and received a superior classification. The inspection was completed by the Mecklenburg County Health Department. The center last had a fire inspection on 4/25/25. Transportation: The center does not provide transportation. Nutrition: Meals met nutritional value during today’s visit. Files: Children records were monitored today and in compliance. Staff files were monitored today and in compliance. There were two (2) violations cited during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space #1, I observed a closet door unlocked. There were cleaning supplies/lysol stored in this closet/ accessible to children. .2820(b) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space #1, I observed Benadryl for a child with no medical authorization form. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 8/12/2025, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter or e-mail. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Please email me a signed copy of the letter to Lashawnda.Berry@dhhs.nc.gov Technical Assistance: 1.Inspections: After each sanitation and fire inspection you must send a copy of the report to you Child Care consultant within one week. *I encouraged the Administrator to stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. The provider was able to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at: Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28054 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: SKYERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 60002218 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/1/2024 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 8/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 420 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 04:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. The center operates with a Four-Star license and an 18-month compliance history score of 88%, effective November 17, 2017. The restrictions include: Daytime care only; Building #1 used for admin. offices/ storage only.; Meets enhanced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The Secretary of State website was checked and the status of SKYERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC was current and active. I was greeted by T. Skyers, Administrator. I discussed with Ms. Skyers the Annual Compliance Monitoring guidelines and she assisted me with the walk through of the center. The following items were posted within the center/ classrooms: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/ departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Indoor Learning Environment: Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. Children were observed engaged in multi-play opportunities and transitions. There were forty (40) children present today. There are forty-eight (48) children enrolled in the center. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was not monitored today due to inclement weather. I will monitor it at the next visit. Inspections: The outdoor inspections and fire drills were monitored. The last fire drill was conducted on 7/23/24. The centers last documented lockdown was conducted on 7/23/24. The last monthly playground inspection was conducted on 6/28/2024. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 5/24/2024. The center received 5 demerits and received superior classification. The center last had a fire inspection on 5/22/24. Transportation: The center does not provide transportation. Nutrition: Meals met nutritional value during today’s visit. Files: Children records were monitored today and in compliance. Staff files were monitored today and not in compliance. There were eight (8) violations cited during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In space #1,I observed peeling paint on the walls. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space #5, I observed cots that were not in good repair/ torn. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #3, I observed 2 electrical outlets not in use without safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space #4, I observed Up+Up diaper cream that expired 7/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One out nine staff members did not have an updated annual health questionnaire on file. (CR) .0701(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Six out of nine staff members did not complete the required number of on-going training hours. (BH, JS,TS,CR,GS,SL) .1103(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One out of nine staff members did not have documentation of completing an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan. (CR) 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One out of nine staff members did not have documentation of completing all of the topics for health and safety training. .1103(b) Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 8/15/2024, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter or e-mail. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Please email me a signed copy of the letter to Lashawnda.Berry@dhhs.nc.gov Technical Assistance: 1.Inspections: After each sanitation and fire inspection you must send a copy of the report to you Child Care consultant within one week. *I encouraged the Administrator to stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). The provider was able to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at: Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28054 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: SKYERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 60002218 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/1/2024 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 8/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 420 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 04:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. The center operates with a Four-Star license and an 18-month compliance history score of 88%, effective November 17, 2017. The restrictions include: Daytime care only; Building #1 used for admin. offices/ storage only.; Meets enhanced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The Secretary of State website was checked and the status of SKYERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC was current and active. I was greeted by T. Skyers, Administrator. I discussed with Ms. Skyers the Annual Compliance Monitoring guidelines and she assisted me with the walk through of the center. The following items were posted within the center/ classrooms: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/ departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Indoor Learning Environment: Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. Children were observed engaged in multi-play opportunities and transitions. There were forty (40) children present today. There are forty-eight (48) children enrolled in the center. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was not monitored today due to inclement weather. I will monitor it at the next visit. Inspections: The outdoor inspections and fire drills were monitored. The last fire drill was conducted on 7/23/24. The centers last documented lockdown was conducted on 7/23/24. The last monthly playground inspection was conducted on 6/28/2024. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 5/24/2024. The center received 5 demerits and received superior classification. The center last had a fire inspection on 5/22/24. Transportation: The center does not provide transportation. Nutrition: Meals met nutritional value during today’s visit. Files: Children records were monitored today and in compliance. Staff files were monitored today and not in compliance. There were eight (8) violations cited during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In space #1,I observed peeling paint on the walls. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space #5, I observed cots that were not in good repair/ torn. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #3, I observed 2 electrical outlets not in use without safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space #4, I observed Up+Up diaper cream that expired 7/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One out nine staff members did not have an updated annual health questionnaire on file. (CR) .0701(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Six out of nine staff members did not complete the required number of on-going training hours. (BH, JS,TS,CR,GS,SL) .1103(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One out of nine staff members did not have documentation of completing an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan. (CR) 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One out of nine staff members did not have documentation of completing all of the topics for health and safety training. .1103(b) Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 8/15/2024, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter or e-mail. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Please email me a signed copy of the letter to Lashawnda.Berry@dhhs.nc.gov Technical Assistance: 1.Inspections: After each sanitation and fire inspection you must send a copy of the report to you Child Care consultant within one week. *I encouraged the Administrator to stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). The provider was able to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at: Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28054 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 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: SKYERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 60002218 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/1/2024 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 8/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 420 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 04:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. The center operates with a Four-Star license and an 18-month compliance history score of 88%, effective November 17, 2017. The restrictions include: Daytime care only; Building #1 used for admin. offices/ storage only.; Meets enhanced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The Secretary of State website was checked and the status of SKYERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC was current and active. I was greeted by T. Skyers, Administrator. I discussed with Ms. Skyers the Annual Compliance Monitoring guidelines and she assisted me with the walk through of the center. The following items were posted within the center/ classrooms: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/ departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Indoor Learning Environment: Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. Children were observed engaged in multi-play opportunities and transitions. There were forty (40) children present today. There are forty-eight (48) children enrolled in the center. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was not monitored today due to inclement weather. I will monitor it at the next visit. Inspections: The outdoor inspections and fire drills were monitored. The last fire drill was conducted on 7/23/24. The centers last documented lockdown was conducted on 7/23/24. The last monthly playground inspection was conducted on 6/28/2024. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 5/24/2024. The center received 5 demerits and received superior classification. The center last had a fire inspection on 5/22/24. Transportation: The center does not provide transportation. Nutrition: Meals met nutritional value during today’s visit. Files: Children records were monitored today and in compliance. Staff files were monitored today and not in compliance. There were eight (8) violations cited during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In space #1,I observed peeling paint on the walls. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space #5, I observed cots that were not in good repair/ torn. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #3, I observed 2 electrical outlets not in use without safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space #4, I observed Up+Up diaper cream that expired 7/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One out nine staff members did not have an updated annual health questionnaire on file. (CR) .0701(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Six out of nine staff members did not complete the required number of on-going training hours. (BH, JS,TS,CR,GS,SL) .1103(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One out of nine staff members did not have documentation of completing an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan. (CR) 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One out of nine staff members did not have documentation of completing all of the topics for health and safety training. .1103(b) Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 8/15/2024, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter or e-mail. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Please email me a signed copy of the letter to Lashawnda.Berry@dhhs.nc.gov Technical Assistance: 1.Inspections: After each sanitation and fire inspection you must send a copy of the report to you Child Care consultant within one week. *I encouraged the Administrator to stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). The provider was able to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at: Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28054 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: SKYERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 60002218 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/1/2024 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 8/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 420 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 04:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. The center operates with a Four-Star license and an 18-month compliance history score of 88%, effective November 17, 2017. The restrictions include: Daytime care only; Building #1 used for admin. offices/ storage only.; Meets enhanced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The Secretary of State website was checked and the status of SKYERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC was current and active. I was greeted by T. Skyers, Administrator. I discussed with Ms. Skyers the Annual Compliance Monitoring guidelines and she assisted me with the walk through of the center. The following items were posted within the center/ classrooms: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/ departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Indoor Learning Environment: Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. Children were observed engaged in multi-play opportunities and transitions. There were forty (40) children present today. There are forty-eight (48) children enrolled in the center. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was not monitored today due to inclement weather. I will monitor it at the next visit. Inspections: The outdoor inspections and fire drills were monitored. The last fire drill was conducted on 7/23/24. The centers last documented lockdown was conducted on 7/23/24. The last monthly playground inspection was conducted on 6/28/2024. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 5/24/2024. The center received 5 demerits and received superior classification. The center last had a fire inspection on 5/22/24. Transportation: The center does not provide transportation. Nutrition: Meals met nutritional value during today’s visit. Files: Children records were monitored today and in compliance. Staff files were monitored today and not in compliance. There were eight (8) violations cited during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In space #1,I observed peeling paint on the walls. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space #5, I observed cots that were not in good repair/ torn. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #3, I observed 2 electrical outlets not in use without safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space #4, I observed Up+Up diaper cream that expired 7/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One out nine staff members did not have an updated annual health questionnaire on file. (CR) .0701(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Six out of nine staff members did not complete the required number of on-going training hours. (BH, JS,TS,CR,GS,SL) .1103(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One out of nine staff members did not have documentation of completing an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan. (CR) 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One out of nine staff members did not have documentation of completing all of the topics for health and safety training. .1103(b) Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 8/15/2024, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter or e-mail. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Please email me a signed copy of the letter to Lashawnda.Berry@dhhs.nc.gov Technical Assistance: 1.Inspections: After each sanitation and fire inspection you must send a copy of the report to you Child Care consultant within one week. *I encouraged the Administrator to stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). The provider was able to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at: Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28054 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 .1706 · Violation

Name of Operation: SKYERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 60002218 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/8/2024 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 2/8/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 130 Time In: 11:05 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with child care requirements. The center currently has a Four- Star rated license. The 18 month compliance history was 86%. The center's license and Summary of the Law was prominently posted. I was greeted by J. Skyers, Owner/Director. I informed Ms. Skyers the reason for my visit. Ms. Skyers assisted me with the walkthrough of the center. Permit information-the program operates with a Four- Star license, issued November 17, 2017. The center has four (4) points for education, six (6) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. License restriction include: Building #1 used for admin. offices/storage only; Meets enhanced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The program is still located at 7023 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC 28216. The phone number is 704-395-3481. The center had forty-one (41) children present, and forty-four (44) children enrolled. The following items were monitored: Supervision, S/C Ratio, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Storage of Medication, Adequate Approved Space, Program Records, License Posted and Permit Restrictions. The center has not hired any new staff member since their last visit. The center’s last fire drill was documented for 1/26/2024. The center’s last shelter-in-place was on 1/3/2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on 10/20/2023 with 3 demerits, receiving a superior rating. The center playground inspections were conducted and documented as required, the last playground inspection was conducted on 1/30/2024. There were (2) violations cited during todays visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. In space #2, I observed two bottles with the wrong date (2/7/2024). 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space #1, I observed a closet door unlocked where cleaning supplies, sanitizing wipes and an aerosol can was stored. .2820(b) Technical Assistance: 1. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 (7)- keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. Locked areas shall include those that are unlocked with a combination, electronic, or magnetic device, key, or equivalent locking device. These unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any product not listed in this Paragraph that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" without any other warnings shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. The product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. 2. 10A NCAC 09 .1706 (l)- Breast milk, formula, and other bottled beverages sent from home shall be fully prepared, dated, and labeled with individual child names. All beverages shall be returned to the child's parent or discarded at the end of each day. Rated License: Your facility is in cohort one. Throughout the next few months I recommend you consider completing the following tasks and activities that will help prepare you for your reassessment year, which will be sometime between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025. If possible, we will align the reassessment with your annual compliance visit timeframe. •Have all staff update WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS) •Determine whether you wish to have Environment Rating Scale (ERS) Assessments [ITERS-R, ECERS-R, SACERS-U, FCCERS-R] conducted •Request technical assistance with your child care consultant and local partners •Participate in local CCR&R and NCPC quality related training/workshops (CCRR Information) •Reach out to your local Community College to discuss educational opportunities •Review NCRLAP website ERS resources (www.NCRLAP.org). To help review ERS requirements and think carefully about the current characteristics and practices in your program and classrooms, check out the Thinking More worksheets. A worksheet is available for each subscale of each rating scale. •Family child care home providers consider the FCCERS-R self-study process and timeline for completion since it must occur over a 3-month time period prior to your rated license reassessment •Consider requesting an ERS assessment (free of charge) during the preparation year. Remember the scores can be used in a variety of ways o ERS assessments can be requested during the preparation year and scores can be used as guidance to enhance program quality o If desired, assessment scores can be used during the preparation year if the operator wants to move forward with a rated license reassessment o Assessment scores can be saved to use during the reassessment year o Facilities can request another ERS assessment (free of charge) in your reassessment year for any ERS assessment scoring less than a 5.0 Violations were corrected during the visit, therefore no further action is required. The provider was able to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28055 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 .1719 · Violation

Name of Operation: SKYERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 60002218 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/8/2024 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 2/8/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 130 Time In: 11:05 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with child care requirements. The center currently has a Four- Star rated license. The 18 month compliance history was 86%. The center's license and Summary of the Law was prominently posted. I was greeted by J. Skyers, Owner/Director. I informed Ms. Skyers the reason for my visit. Ms. Skyers assisted me with the walkthrough of the center. Permit information-the program operates with a Four- Star license, issued November 17, 2017. The center has four (4) points for education, six (6) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. License restriction include: Building #1 used for admin. offices/storage only; Meets enhanced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The program is still located at 7023 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC 28216. The phone number is 704-395-3481. The center had forty-one (41) children present, and forty-four (44) children enrolled. The following items were monitored: Supervision, S/C Ratio, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Storage of Medication, Adequate Approved Space, Program Records, License Posted and Permit Restrictions. The center has not hired any new staff member since their last visit. The center’s last fire drill was documented for 1/26/2024. The center’s last shelter-in-place was on 1/3/2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on 10/20/2023 with 3 demerits, receiving a superior rating. The center playground inspections were conducted and documented as required, the last playground inspection was conducted on 1/30/2024. There were (2) violations cited during todays visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. In space #2, I observed two bottles with the wrong date (2/7/2024). 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space #1, I observed a closet door unlocked where cleaning supplies, sanitizing wipes and an aerosol can was stored. .2820(b) Technical Assistance: 1. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 (7)- keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. Locked areas shall include those that are unlocked with a combination, electronic, or magnetic device, key, or equivalent locking device. These unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any product not listed in this Paragraph that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" without any other warnings shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. The product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. 2. 10A NCAC 09 .1706 (l)- Breast milk, formula, and other bottled beverages sent from home shall be fully prepared, dated, and labeled with individual child names. All beverages shall be returned to the child's parent or discarded at the end of each day. Rated License: Your facility is in cohort one. Throughout the next few months I recommend you consider completing the following tasks and activities that will help prepare you for your reassessment year, which will be sometime between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025. If possible, we will align the reassessment with your annual compliance visit timeframe. •Have all staff update WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS) •Determine whether you wish to have Environment Rating Scale (ERS) Assessments [ITERS-R, ECERS-R, SACERS-U, FCCERS-R] conducted •Request technical assistance with your child care consultant and local partners •Participate in local CCR&R and NCPC quality related training/workshops (CCRR Information) •Reach out to your local Community College to discuss educational opportunities •Review NCRLAP website ERS resources (www.NCRLAP.org). To help review ERS requirements and think carefully about the current characteristics and practices in your program and classrooms, check out the Thinking More worksheets. A worksheet is available for each subscale of each rating scale. •Family child care home providers consider the FCCERS-R self-study process and timeline for completion since it must occur over a 3-month time period prior to your rated license reassessment •Consider requesting an ERS assessment (free of charge) during the preparation year. Remember the scores can be used in a variety of ways o ERS assessments can be requested during the preparation year and scores can be used as guidance to enhance program quality o If desired, assessment scores can be used during the preparation year if the operator wants to move forward with a rated license reassessment o Assessment scores can be saved to use during the reassessment year o Facilities can request another ERS assessment (free of charge) in your reassessment year for any ERS assessment scoring less than a 5.0 Violations were corrected during the visit, therefore no further action is required. The provider was able to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28055 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