GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: UNIVERSITY MEADOWS A.S.E.P. Facility ID: 60000175 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/2/2025 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 10/2/2025 Age: From 4 To 10 Total Minutes: 131 Time In: 10:14 AM Time Out: 12:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor the facility for all applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. The facility was currently operating with a Four Star Rated License issued on August 1, 2018. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 90% prior to today’s visit. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted on the parent board inside the cafeteria. The following was monitored using the April 2025 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, posted license, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. A. Blackstock, Associate, in the cafeteria. Today was a teacher workday for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and children were in care all day. Ms. Blackstock stated Ms. S. Samuel, Site Coordinator, was in the gym with the children. I walked to the gym and met Ms. Samuel and explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Samuel was present with thirteen (13) children ages 4 – 10 years old. Children were observed preparing to enter the cafeteria for center activities. Ms. Samuel stated the program operated three (3) groups. Children were combined into one (1) group today due to the number of children present. I monitored the gym and cafeteria. I observed an unlocked door leading to a storage room in the gym. There was a bottle of sanitizer stored on a cart accessible to children. I moved the sanitizer out of reach of children. I observed eight (8) activity centers available for children to use. Materials were observed in good repair. Ms. Samuel stated children brought lunch from home on teacher workdays and the program provided breakfast and supper. The posted menu indicated what would be served for supper, however breakfast was not listed. Ms. Samuel stated children were served cereal and milk. I looked up the menu on the school’s website and there was nothing listed for today as it was a Teacher Workday. I explained to Ms. Samuel that all food served to children should be posted for parents to view. I recommend talking to the nutrition specialist for the school about getting a menu for days when school is out but out of school care was provided. All meals and/or snacks should be documented. I reviewed the DPI forms for staff and children. All staff were listed, each had a current CBC qualification letter, and First Aid/CPR training. A current activity plan was posted. Adequate supervision was observed and staff/child ratio met compliance. Children washed hands prior to eating lunch. Ms. Samuel was engaged with children as they washed hands and prepared for lunch. It was reported no medications were required. Attendance was documented as required. Fire drills were conducted as required. Two (2) violations were cited and corrected during the visit therefore no corrective action was required. 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. A bottle of sanitizer was stored on a cart accessible to children inside an unlocked closet in the gym. .2820(b) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. Attendance was not documented as children arrived to the program. GS 110-91(9) Technical Assistance/General Comments: Beginning In October, child care consultants will begin discussing the new rules in Section .3200; Standards for Two through Five Star Rated Licenses during licensing visits. Consultants will review the pathway options, identify facility needs, answer questions, and work with the facility operator to establish an individualized timeline for transition to a new rated license within 12 months based on the pathway chosen. - A new Pathways to the Stars Rules Roll Out module is now available in the DCDEE Moodle digital learning platform. - Food should never be used to reward children’s behavior or withheld from children to discourage certain behaviors. - A walk through of the gym and storage rooms that cannot be locked should be conducted prior to children using the space to ensure all hazardous materials are inaccessible to children. - Attendance should be taken as children arrive/depart from the program. The attendance sheets should be kept with staff to ensue all children are accounted for throughout the day. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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: UNIVERSITY MEADOWS A.S.E.P. Facility ID: 60000175 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/22/2025 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 5/22/2025 Age: From 5 To 12 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 02:45 PM Time Out: 04:45 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The facility was currently operating with a Four Star Rated License issued on August 1, 2018, and earned 5 points in the staff education component, 4 points in the program component meeting enhanced ratios, and 1 quality point for staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 84% prior to today’s visit. The April 2025 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted on the parent board inside the gym. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 9/12/24. The annual compliance month was changed as the program does not operate during the summer and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) begin operation again the last week of August. Upon arrival I walked to the cafeteria and was greeted by Ms. J. Sanders, Associate. I introduced myself and she stated Ms. S. Samuel, Site Coordinator, was in her office. Ms. Sanders met me in the cafeteria. Children had not arrived at after school. Ms. Samuel accompanied me to her office where I monitored program, child, and staff files. Ms. Samuel stated they currently operated one (1) group. After arriving at after school children played outdoors while elementary children dismissed from the cafeteria. Once car riders were dismissed ASEP arrived to the cafeteria to have snack. Children washed hands upon entering the cafeteria from outdoors. Ms. Samuel washed and sanitized tables. Ms. Sanders finished setting up centers while children ate snack. Five (5) activity areas were set up for children. Materials were in good repair. Staff were engaged with children and facilitated conflict resolution. Snack reflected what was listed on the menu. I monitored two (2) staff files. Each began employment in August 2024. Each employee had current CPR/First Aid training and current CBC background qualifications. Both were listed on the DPI staff form. Each had Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment training and both had completed health and safety trainings. The outdoor learning environment was monitored and met requirements. All children were listed on the DPI form and attendance was documented as required. The parent board was monitored. One (1) child had a diagnosed chronic condition. The medication was onsite and the medical action plan and medication authorization were completed with child information and treatment plans. The parent signature and date signed were missing. Ms. Samuel stated she would get the forms signed at pick up. Monthly fire drills were completed and documented as required. Shelter-in-place and/or lockdown drills were completed every three (3) months. Outdoor learning environment inspections were completed as required. The last sanitation inspection was completed 3/26/25 and received a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on 5/22/24. The program was operated by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education. Two (2) violations were cited today. Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. The medication authorization for a child with a chronic condition was not signed and dated. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. The completed action plan for a child with a chronic condition was not signed and dated by the parent or health care provider. .0801(b) Corrective Action: Violations must be corrected immediately. The child care provider is expected to maintain all applicable child care requirements at all times. The provider will send me a compliance letter that includes the violation item number and an explanation of how each of today’s violations were corrected. Corrections must be received by me on or before Thursday, June 5, 2025 to the email address listed below. 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 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. Technical Assistance/General Comments: The annual compliance month was change on the facility input form in Regulatory to reflect May. The email address was also changed to reflect Ms. Samuel’s address. Star Rated License Reassessment Update: SB 425 extended hold harmless until the new Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is revised and implemented. Facilities are not required to proceed with the rated license assessment at this time unless they voluntarily choose to proceed. Information regarding the QRIS modernization plan can be found on the DCDEE website under the “What’s New” tab. Current “Frequently Asked Questions” can be found at the bottom of the information page. - Emergency medication for allergies and chronic conditions should follow children throughout the day. When outside the bag with medication should be carried and stay with the teachers. When inside the medication should be stored above 5 feet inaccessible to children and should not be stored behind lock and key. - I recommend highlighting signature lines and date lines on forms to be collected from parents to ensure required information is obtained. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with any questions at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: UNIVERSITY MEADOWS A.S.E.P. Facility ID: 60000175 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/12/2024 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 9/12/2024 Age: From 4 To 11 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 03:15 PM Time Out: 05:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor all applicable child care rules and laws during an annual compliance visit. The facility had a Four Star License issued August 1, 2018, and an eighteen-month compliance history of 93% prior to today’s visit. The license and NC child care law summary were prominently posted. The March 2024 Master Center Item Number Listing was used to monitor as well as the May 2023 Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Centers. Upon arrival I signed in at the main office and waited for Ms. Sharnelle Samuel, Site Coordinator. I introduced myself to Ms. Samuel and she accompanied me to the gym and ASEP office. Ms. Samuel began her role as Site Coordinator 8/19/24. Children were observed playing in the gym. Ms. Samuel stated once car riders were dismissed ASEP students would wash hands and go to the cafeteria for snack. I observed a box of Benadryl in the ASEP office. Ms. Samuel stated a parent brought the medication for a child who had an allergy. She stated the child’s EPI pen was stored in the nurses office. She stated she sent the medical action plan and medication permission form home with the parent and it had not been returned. She stated she would send another set of forms home today. I explained the Benadryl was required to be stored behind lock and key. I also recommended requesting completed forms from the school nurse. I observed the parent board located in the cafeteria. Ms. Samuel stated the program used the gym, cafeteria and playgrounds. All required information was posted on the parent board. The menu was current and reflected what was served today. I observed two (2) group leaders eating Jimmy Johns while children ate snack. I explained to Ms. Samuel that staff should model healthy eating habits and fast food should not be eaten in front of children. The playgrounds were monitored today. The mulch underneath climbing equipment was below six (6) inches. I recommended raking mulch under climbing structures from areas that were not fall zones. I observed the slide on the playground behind the mobile units cracked. Ms. Samuel stated she placed a work order for the repair. We walked to two (2) additional playgrounds. Both required more mulch underneath fall zones. I observed the equipment was suitable for children between the ages of 5 and 12 years old. The program served Pre-K children who are under five (5) years of age. I explained until all children were five (5) the playgrounds could not be used by Group 1. DPI forms were completed for staff, children, and transportation. One (1) group leader needs CPR/First Aid training by 11/21/24. Both group leaders need BSAC training by 11/21/24. Attendance was documented as required. Staff information was monitored and met requirements. Materials were observed in good repair. Staff were engaged with children and positive guidance and interactions were observed. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/27/24 and received a superior rating. The last fire inspection was conducted on 5/22/24. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. A slide on the playground behind the mobile units was cracked at the bottom of the slide. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. A box of Benadryl was observed in the ASEP office and was not stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Medication authorization was not completed for a child's Benadryl. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. Two (2) group leaders were observed eating Jimmy Johns in front of children as snack was served. .0901(i) 1834 Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services. A child with a reported allergy did not have a completed medical action plan onsite for review. .0801(b) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The mulch underneath fall zones was observed less than 6 inches. .0605(k)(1-4) Corrective Action Violations must be corrected immediately. The child care provider is expected to maintain all applicable child care requirements at all times. The provider will send me a compliance letter that includes the violation item number and an explanation of how each of today’s violations were corrected. Corrections must be received by me on or before Thursday, September 26, 2024 to the email address listed below or the provider may mail corrections to me at P.O. Box 1967, Huntersville, NC 28078 understanding the letter of compliance should be delivered not submitted by the due date. 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 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. Another visit will be made in the near future to confirm compliance with staff/child ratio. Technical Assistance: Star Rated License Reassessment Update: SB 425 extended hold harmless until the new Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is revised and implemented. Facilities are not required to proceed with the rated license assessment at this time unless they voluntarily choose to proceed. – QRIS update: Get ready for the 3s 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 edition. Information regarding the transition can be found by visiting https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://ncrlap.org/. for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. - Ensure DPI forms are kept current. Add and delete children as changes occur. Substitutes should be current on staff DPI forms as well. - Departure times should be documented in real time as children leave each day. Make sure attendance notebooks are always available for parents to sign children out each day. - The fillable staff and training worksheet and staff orientation forms were emailed today. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with any questions at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: UNIVERSITY MEADOWS A.S.E.P. Facility ID: 60000175 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/12/2024 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 9/12/2024 Age: From 4 To 11 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 03:15 PM Time Out: 05:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor all applicable child care rules and laws during an annual compliance visit. The facility had a Four Star License issued August 1, 2018, and an eighteen-month compliance history of 93% prior to today’s visit. The license and NC child care law summary were prominently posted. The March 2024 Master Center Item Number Listing was used to monitor as well as the May 2023 Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Centers. Upon arrival I signed in at the main office and waited for Ms. Sharnelle Samuel, Site Coordinator. I introduced myself to Ms. Samuel and she accompanied me to the gym and ASEP office. Ms. Samuel began her role as Site Coordinator 8/19/24. Children were observed playing in the gym. Ms. Samuel stated once car riders were dismissed ASEP students would wash hands and go to the cafeteria for snack. I observed a box of Benadryl in the ASEP office. Ms. Samuel stated a parent brought the medication for a child who had an allergy. She stated the child’s EPI pen was stored in the nurses office. She stated she sent the medical action plan and medication permission form home with the parent and it had not been returned. She stated she would send another set of forms home today. I explained the Benadryl was required to be stored behind lock and key. I also recommended requesting completed forms from the school nurse. I observed the parent board located in the cafeteria. Ms. Samuel stated the program used the gym, cafeteria and playgrounds. All required information was posted on the parent board. The menu was current and reflected what was served today. I observed two (2) group leaders eating Jimmy Johns while children ate snack. I explained to Ms. Samuel that staff should model healthy eating habits and fast food should not be eaten in front of children. The playgrounds were monitored today. The mulch underneath climbing equipment was below six (6) inches. I recommended raking mulch under climbing structures from areas that were not fall zones. I observed the slide on the playground behind the mobile units cracked. Ms. Samuel stated she placed a work order for the repair. We walked to two (2) additional playgrounds. Both required more mulch underneath fall zones. I observed the equipment was suitable for children between the ages of 5 and 12 years old. The program served Pre-K children who are under five (5) years of age. I explained until all children were five (5) the playgrounds could not be used by Group 1. DPI forms were completed for staff, children, and transportation. One (1) group leader needs CPR/First Aid training by 11/21/24. Both group leaders need BSAC training by 11/21/24. Attendance was documented as required. Staff information was monitored and met requirements. Materials were observed in good repair. Staff were engaged with children and positive guidance and interactions were observed. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/27/24 and received a superior rating. The last fire inspection was conducted on 5/22/24. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. A slide on the playground behind the mobile units was cracked at the bottom of the slide. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. A box of Benadryl was observed in the ASEP office and was not stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Medication authorization was not completed for a child's Benadryl. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. Two (2) group leaders were observed eating Jimmy Johns in front of children as snack was served. .0901(i) 1834 Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services. A child with a reported allergy did not have a completed medical action plan onsite for review. .0801(b) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The mulch underneath fall zones was observed less than 6 inches. .0605(k)(1-4) Corrective Action Violations must be corrected immediately. The child care provider is expected to maintain all applicable child care requirements at all times. The provider will send me a compliance letter that includes the violation item number and an explanation of how each of today’s violations were corrected. Corrections must be received by me on or before Thursday, September 26, 2024 to the email address listed below or the provider may mail corrections to me at P.O. Box 1967, Huntersville, NC 28078 understanding the letter of compliance should be delivered not submitted by the due date. 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 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. Another visit will be made in the near future to confirm compliance with staff/child ratio. Technical Assistance: Star Rated License Reassessment Update: SB 425 extended hold harmless until the new Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is revised and implemented. Facilities are not required to proceed with the rated license assessment at this time unless they voluntarily choose to proceed. – QRIS update: Get ready for the 3s 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 edition. Information regarding the transition can be found by visiting https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://ncrlap.org/. for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. - Ensure DPI forms are kept current. Add and delete children as changes occur. Substitutes should be current on staff DPI forms as well. - Departure times should be documented in real time as children leave each day. Make sure attendance notebooks are always available for parents to sign children out each day. - The fillable staff and training worksheet and staff orientation forms were emailed today. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with any questions at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: UNIVERSITY MEADOWS A.S.E.P. Facility ID: 60000175 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2024 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/30/2024 Age: From 4 To 11 Total Minutes: 127 Time In: 03:13 PM Time Out: 05:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility currently operated with a Four Star Rated License issued August 1, 2018 and earned 5 points in the staff education component, 4 points in the program component meeting enhanced ratio requirements, and 1 point in the quality component for having a staff benefits package, and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 94% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the August 2023 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, posted license, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. E. Kudawoo, group leader, and she stated Ms. R. Efrid, site coordinator, was on her way inside. I met Ms. Efrid at the door and explained the purpose of the visit. She stated a lot of her children were in tutoring or other after school specials on Tuesdays. She stated due to tutoring both after school groups met in the art classroom for snack and then went to the cafeteria. The art room was a previously approved space. I observed outlets without safety plugs. Ms. Efrid and I discussed conducting a compliance walk through prior to children arriving to the space for snack. Snack consisted of cheese bread wraps, honey grahams, 100% apple juice and milk was provided as well. The posted CMS menu stated carrots instead of honey grahams. The menu was not changed prior to children eating. After snack children washed hands and arrived to the cafeteria where centers were set up and children participated in free choice activities. It was reported that no medication was required. I monitored the parent board and observed all required information posted. The last sanitation inspection was 3/27/24 and received a superior rating. Ms. Efrid stated she was conducting a fire drill for April this afternoon. The last lockdown drill was conducted 12/20/23. A lockdown or shelter in place drill should have been conducted March 2024. I reminded Ms. Efrid lockdown or shelter in place drills were required every three (3) months. She stated she would conduct a lockdown or shelter in place drill after the fire drill today. Both staff had current CPR and First Aid certification and current CBC qualifications. Lesson plans were current. I observed the group leader for Group 1 leave her group and walk out of the cafeteria. There were seventeen (17) children present and three (3) of the children were four (4) years of age. Staff/child ratio was cited today. Another visit will be conducted in the near future to verify compliance with staff/child ratio. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. Snack consisted of cheese bread wraps, honey grahams, 100% apple juice and milk was provided as well. The posted CMS menu stated carrots instead of honey grahams. The menu was not changed prior to children eating. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(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. Five (5) electrical outlets in the art room were observed without safety plugs in place. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. I observed the group leader for Group 1 leave her group and walk out of the cafeteria. There were seventeen (17) children present and three (3) of the children were four (4) years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last lockdown drill was conducted 12/20/23. A lockdown or shelter in place drill should have been conducted March 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Corrective Action: 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 Tuesday, May 14, 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 may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - When operating two (2) groups in the same space each group leader must think of their group as a classroom. Staff may not leave the shared space when the ratio for one (1) teacher may not be adhered to. The ratio for groups with four (4) year olds is 1:13. - I reviewed staff/child ratio requirements with Ms. Kudawoo during the visit. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. A follow-up visit will be made in the near future to verify compliance with staff/child ratio. 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 .0901 · Violation

Name of Operation: UNIVERSITY MEADOWS A.S.E.P. Facility ID: 60000175 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2024 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/30/2024 Age: From 4 To 11 Total Minutes: 127 Time In: 03:13 PM Time Out: 05:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility currently operated with a Four Star Rated License issued August 1, 2018 and earned 5 points in the staff education component, 4 points in the program component meeting enhanced ratio requirements, and 1 point in the quality component for having a staff benefits package, and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 94% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the August 2023 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, posted license, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. E. Kudawoo, group leader, and she stated Ms. R. Efrid, site coordinator, was on her way inside. I met Ms. Efrid at the door and explained the purpose of the visit. She stated a lot of her children were in tutoring or other after school specials on Tuesdays. She stated due to tutoring both after school groups met in the art classroom for snack and then went to the cafeteria. The art room was a previously approved space. I observed outlets without safety plugs. Ms. Efrid and I discussed conducting a compliance walk through prior to children arriving to the space for snack. Snack consisted of cheese bread wraps, honey grahams, 100% apple juice and milk was provided as well. The posted CMS menu stated carrots instead of honey grahams. The menu was not changed prior to children eating. After snack children washed hands and arrived to the cafeteria where centers were set up and children participated in free choice activities. It was reported that no medication was required. I monitored the parent board and observed all required information posted. The last sanitation inspection was 3/27/24 and received a superior rating. Ms. Efrid stated she was conducting a fire drill for April this afternoon. The last lockdown drill was conducted 12/20/23. A lockdown or shelter in place drill should have been conducted March 2024. I reminded Ms. Efrid lockdown or shelter in place drills were required every three (3) months. She stated she would conduct a lockdown or shelter in place drill after the fire drill today. Both staff had current CPR and First Aid certification and current CBC qualifications. Lesson plans were current. I observed the group leader for Group 1 leave her group and walk out of the cafeteria. There were seventeen (17) children present and three (3) of the children were four (4) years of age. Staff/child ratio was cited today. Another visit will be conducted in the near future to verify compliance with staff/child ratio. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. Snack consisted of cheese bread wraps, honey grahams, 100% apple juice and milk was provided as well. The posted CMS menu stated carrots instead of honey grahams. The menu was not changed prior to children eating. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(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. Five (5) electrical outlets in the art room were observed without safety plugs in place. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. I observed the group leader for Group 1 leave her group and walk out of the cafeteria. There were seventeen (17) children present and three (3) of the children were four (4) years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last lockdown drill was conducted 12/20/23. A lockdown or shelter in place drill should have been conducted March 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Corrective Action: 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 Tuesday, May 14, 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 may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - When operating two (2) groups in the same space each group leader must think of their group as a classroom. Staff may not leave the shared space when the ratio for one (1) teacher may not be adhered to. The ratio for groups with four (4) year olds is 1:13. - I reviewed staff/child ratio requirements with Ms. Kudawoo during the visit. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. A follow-up visit will be made in the near future to verify compliance with staff/child ratio. 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 .2818 · Violation

Name of Operation: UNIVERSITY MEADOWS A.S.E.P. Facility ID: 60000175 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2024 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/30/2024 Age: From 4 To 11 Total Minutes: 127 Time In: 03:13 PM Time Out: 05:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility currently operated with a Four Star Rated License issued August 1, 2018 and earned 5 points in the staff education component, 4 points in the program component meeting enhanced ratio requirements, and 1 point in the quality component for having a staff benefits package, and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 94% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the August 2023 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, posted license, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. E. Kudawoo, group leader, and she stated Ms. R. Efrid, site coordinator, was on her way inside. I met Ms. Efrid at the door and explained the purpose of the visit. She stated a lot of her children were in tutoring or other after school specials on Tuesdays. She stated due to tutoring both after school groups met in the art classroom for snack and then went to the cafeteria. The art room was a previously approved space. I observed outlets without safety plugs. Ms. Efrid and I discussed conducting a compliance walk through prior to children arriving to the space for snack. Snack consisted of cheese bread wraps, honey grahams, 100% apple juice and milk was provided as well. The posted CMS menu stated carrots instead of honey grahams. The menu was not changed prior to children eating. After snack children washed hands and arrived to the cafeteria where centers were set up and children participated in free choice activities. It was reported that no medication was required. I monitored the parent board and observed all required information posted. The last sanitation inspection was 3/27/24 and received a superior rating. Ms. Efrid stated she was conducting a fire drill for April this afternoon. The last lockdown drill was conducted 12/20/23. A lockdown or shelter in place drill should have been conducted March 2024. I reminded Ms. Efrid lockdown or shelter in place drills were required every three (3) months. She stated she would conduct a lockdown or shelter in place drill after the fire drill today. Both staff had current CPR and First Aid certification and current CBC qualifications. Lesson plans were current. I observed the group leader for Group 1 leave her group and walk out of the cafeteria. There were seventeen (17) children present and three (3) of the children were four (4) years of age. Staff/child ratio was cited today. Another visit will be conducted in the near future to verify compliance with staff/child ratio. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. Snack consisted of cheese bread wraps, honey grahams, 100% apple juice and milk was provided as well. The posted CMS menu stated carrots instead of honey grahams. The menu was not changed prior to children eating. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(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. Five (5) electrical outlets in the art room were observed without safety plugs in place. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. I observed the group leader for Group 1 leave her group and walk out of the cafeteria. There were seventeen (17) children present and three (3) of the children were four (4) years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last lockdown drill was conducted 12/20/23. A lockdown or shelter in place drill should have been conducted March 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Corrective Action: 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 Tuesday, May 14, 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 may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - When operating two (2) groups in the same space each group leader must think of their group as a classroom. Staff may not leave the shared space when the ratio for one (1) teacher may not be adhered to. The ratio for groups with four (4) year olds is 1:13. - I reviewed staff/child ratio requirements with Ms. Kudawoo during the visit. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. A follow-up visit will be made in the near future to verify compliance with staff/child ratio. 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: UNIVERSITY MEADOWS A.S.E.P. Facility ID: 60000175 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2024 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/30/2024 Age: From 4 To 11 Total Minutes: 127 Time In: 03:13 PM Time Out: 05:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility currently operated with a Four Star Rated License issued August 1, 2018 and earned 5 points in the staff education component, 4 points in the program component meeting enhanced ratio requirements, and 1 point in the quality component for having a staff benefits package, and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 94% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the August 2023 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, posted license, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. E. Kudawoo, group leader, and she stated Ms. R. Efrid, site coordinator, was on her way inside. I met Ms. Efrid at the door and explained the purpose of the visit. She stated a lot of her children were in tutoring or other after school specials on Tuesdays. She stated due to tutoring both after school groups met in the art classroom for snack and then went to the cafeteria. The art room was a previously approved space. I observed outlets without safety plugs. Ms. Efrid and I discussed conducting a compliance walk through prior to children arriving to the space for snack. Snack consisted of cheese bread wraps, honey grahams, 100% apple juice and milk was provided as well. The posted CMS menu stated carrots instead of honey grahams. The menu was not changed prior to children eating. After snack children washed hands and arrived to the cafeteria where centers were set up and children participated in free choice activities. It was reported that no medication was required. I monitored the parent board and observed all required information posted. The last sanitation inspection was 3/27/24 and received a superior rating. Ms. Efrid stated she was conducting a fire drill for April this afternoon. The last lockdown drill was conducted 12/20/23. A lockdown or shelter in place drill should have been conducted March 2024. I reminded Ms. Efrid lockdown or shelter in place drills were required every three (3) months. She stated she would conduct a lockdown or shelter in place drill after the fire drill today. Both staff had current CPR and First Aid certification and current CBC qualifications. Lesson plans were current. I observed the group leader for Group 1 leave her group and walk out of the cafeteria. There were seventeen (17) children present and three (3) of the children were four (4) years of age. Staff/child ratio was cited today. Another visit will be conducted in the near future to verify compliance with staff/child ratio. Violation Number Comment Rule 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. Snack consisted of cheese bread wraps, honey grahams, 100% apple juice and milk was provided as well. The posted CMS menu stated carrots instead of honey grahams. The menu was not changed prior to children eating. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(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. Five (5) electrical outlets in the art room were observed without safety plugs in place. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. I observed the group leader for Group 1 leave her group and walk out of the cafeteria. There were seventeen (17) children present and three (3) of the children were four (4) years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last lockdown drill was conducted 12/20/23. A lockdown or shelter in place drill should have been conducted March 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Corrective Action: 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 Tuesday, May 14, 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 may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - When operating two (2) groups in the same space each group leader must think of their group as a classroom. Staff may not leave the shared space when the ratio for one (1) teacher may not be adhered to. The ratio for groups with four (4) year olds is 1:13. - I reviewed staff/child ratio requirements with Ms. Kudawoo during the visit. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. A follow-up visit will be made in the near future to verify compliance with staff/child ratio. 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 .2818 · Violation

Name of Operation: UNIVERSITY MEADOWS A.S.E.P. Facility ID: 60000175 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/20/2023 Number Present: 24 Completed Date: 9/20/2023 Age: From 4 To 11 Total Minutes: 130 Time In: 12:50 PM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor all applicable child care rules and laws during an annual compliance visit. The facility had a Four Star License issued August 1, 2018, and an eighteen-month compliance history of 96% prior to today’s visit. The license and NC child care law summary were prominently posted. The June 2022 Master Center Item Number Listing was used to monitor as well as the May 2023 Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Centers. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Robyn Efrid, Site Coordinator. I introduced myself and explained the purpose of my visit. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools had an early release day today. Children were separated into two (2) groups. One (1) group was playing on the concrete courtyard and another group was playing on one (1) of the three (3) playgrounds. ASEP children were outdoors playing waiting for car riders to be dismissed. I monitored the playgrounds when Ms. Efrid took children inside to the gym and cafeteria. The mulch under climbing structures was observed below six (6) inches. The equipment was observed in good repair and the fence around one (1) playground met requirements. Ms. Efrid stated she requested mulch in August 2023. Group 1 was observed in the gym after monitoring playgrounds. There were sixteen (16) children present with one (1) group leader including five (5) four year old children. Group 1 was out of ratio. Ms. Efrid stated an additional Group Leader was in the process of being hired. Children were observed lining up to use the restroom and participated in a large group activity when they arrived back in the gym. Group 2 was observed in the cafeteria. There were eight (8) children present with one (1) group leader including one (1) four year old child. The group leader was observed setting up centers and children participated in free choice play. There were twenty-29 children enrolled and twenty nine (29) children listed on the DPI verification form. Four (4) children’s paperwork was monitored and met requirements for parent signatures. Two (2) children had reported allergies. Ms. Efrid stated they did not require an EPI pen. One (1) child had a reported allergy to shellfish. I explained to Ms. Efrid that the once she received the CMS active shooter emergency bag to check the bag for a packet of Celox. The packet noted that it contained shellfish. Due to the child with the shellfish allergy the Celox should be taken out of the bag and stored behind lock and key. Attendance was documented as required. All required information was observed posted. Staff information was monitored and met requirements. Materials were observed plentiful and in good repair. Staff were engaged with children and positive guidance and interactions were observed. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/30/23 and received a superior rating. The last fire inspection was conducted on 10/20/22. Violation Number Comment Rule 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. Group 1 had sixteen (16) children including five (5) four year olds with one (1) Group Leader. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch underneath climbing structures on three (3) playgrounds measured below six (6) inches. .0605(k)(1-4) Corrective Action Violations must be corrected immediately. The child care provider is expected to maintain all applicable child care requirements at all times. The provider will send me a compliance letter that includes the violation item number and an explanation of how each of today’s violations were corrected. Corrections must be received by me on or before Wednesday, October 4, 2023 to the email address listed below or the provider may mail corrections to me at P.O. Box 1967, Huntersville, NC 28078 understanding the letter of compliance should be delivered not submitted by the due date. 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 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. Another visit will be made in the near future to confirm compliance with staff/child ratio. Technical Assistance: Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment: The hold harmless legislation was extended and signed into law on Monday June 12th, 2023. This legislation allows facilities to remain at their current star level without a reassessment until June 30, 2024, and when reassessed it reduces the education evaluation requirements for lead teachers from 75% to 50% until June of 2026. To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. While the first reassessment year will not begin until July 1, 2024, the preparation year for cohort one begins July 1, 2023. 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 The following was emailed to you today: - NCRLAP Preparation Year: Activities and Ideas for Cohorts 1, 2, & 3. - NCRLAP Quick Reference: RLA Process One Sheet Ms. Efrid stated she was considering requesting the ERS assessment during the preparation year. I explained it was voluntary to have the assessment completed this year. I recommended ensuring additional permanent staff were in place prior to requesting. Ms. Efrid stated she would contact me after talking to her PA if they voluntarily decided to request the ERS assessment during the preparation year. - Sanitation Rule Updates- Information regarding rule changes and clarifications can be found at https://ehs.dph.ncdhhs.gov/hhccehb/cehu/ccs/op-training.htm. Resources regarding the changes can be found at this site as well. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648 with questions or concerns. 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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