Cherryville Elementary Pre-Kindergarten

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 36000457 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/3/2026 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 3/3/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 126 Time In: 08:09 AM Time Out: 10:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten; and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .2900 regarding certified developmental day programs. You, Maggie Beam, Lead Teacher, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued November 13, 2024. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, and meets enhanced ratios minus one, and certified developmental day. Your facility uses Frog Street curriculum. A walk-through of the facility was completed today and all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, breakfast, group time, and free play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 8, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on September 11, 2025. The last fire drill was conducted on February 27, 2026. The last emergency drill was conducted on December 4, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on February 27, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 12, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility has not completed lead-based paint and asbestos testing. Two (2) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff file and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. In Space #1, nine (9) children were not signed out on February 20, 2026. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 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 #1, four (4) outlets on a surge protector which was on the floor under the smart board and plugged into an outlet on the wall, were not covered with safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff member, Maggie Beam, employed on October 27, 2025, in the licensed NC Pre-Kindergarten Program, did not obtain a criminal background check qualifying letter until November 7, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 17, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. 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, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. 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. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 92%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Keep daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center. This can be completed by parents, teachers, or both. I suggested you sign children in an out of the facility immediately after arriving or departing to ensure documentation is complete. 2. All electrical outlets and power strips not in use must be kept covered with outlet covers at all times unless located behind furniture that cannot be moved by a child. I suggested that you conduct a daily safety check prior to children arriving each day to include ensuring all electrical outlets are covered. I also suggested you scan outlets throughout the day to ensure they remain covered. Additionally, I suggested you keep extra outlet covers in each classroom to ensure outlets and power strips are kept covered at all times when not in use. 3. All staff members must complete the process for a criminal background check and have a valid qualifying letter on file prior to employment. Staff should not be permitted to begin work or training at the facility until a criminal background check has been completed and a valid qualifying letter is on file. I suggested you review this information with the Principal and the NC Pre-Kindergarten Office to ensure a qualifying letter is obtained prior to their first day of employment in a licensed program. Consultation: We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environment rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to the NC Pre-K office with Gaston County Schools to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. 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 child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 36000457 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/3/2026 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 3/3/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 126 Time In: 08:09 AM Time Out: 10:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten; and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .2900 regarding certified developmental day programs. You, Maggie Beam, Lead Teacher, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued November 13, 2024. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, and meets enhanced ratios minus one, and certified developmental day. Your facility uses Frog Street curriculum. A walk-through of the facility was completed today and all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, breakfast, group time, and free play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 8, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on September 11, 2025. The last fire drill was conducted on February 27, 2026. The last emergency drill was conducted on December 4, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on February 27, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 12, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility has not completed lead-based paint and asbestos testing. Two (2) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff file and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. In Space #1, nine (9) children were not signed out on February 20, 2026. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 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 #1, four (4) outlets on a surge protector which was on the floor under the smart board and plugged into an outlet on the wall, were not covered with safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff member, Maggie Beam, employed on October 27, 2025, in the licensed NC Pre-Kindergarten Program, did not obtain a criminal background check qualifying letter until November 7, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 17, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. 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, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. 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. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 92%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Keep daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center. This can be completed by parents, teachers, or both. I suggested you sign children in an out of the facility immediately after arriving or departing to ensure documentation is complete. 2. All electrical outlets and power strips not in use must be kept covered with outlet covers at all times unless located behind furniture that cannot be moved by a child. I suggested that you conduct a daily safety check prior to children arriving each day to include ensuring all electrical outlets are covered. I also suggested you scan outlets throughout the day to ensure they remain covered. Additionally, I suggested you keep extra outlet covers in each classroom to ensure outlets and power strips are kept covered at all times when not in use. 3. All staff members must complete the process for a criminal background check and have a valid qualifying letter on file prior to employment. Staff should not be permitted to begin work or training at the facility until a criminal background check has been completed and a valid qualifying letter is on file. I suggested you review this information with the Principal and the NC Pre-Kindergarten Office to ensure a qualifying letter is obtained prior to their first day of employment in a licensed program. Consultation: We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environment rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to the NC Pre-K office with Gaston County Schools to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. 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 child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov 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 .3009 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 36000457 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/3/2026 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 3/3/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 126 Time In: 08:09 AM Time Out: 10:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten; and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .2900 regarding certified developmental day programs. You, Maggie Beam, Lead Teacher, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued November 13, 2024. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, and meets enhanced ratios minus one, and certified developmental day. Your facility uses Frog Street curriculum. A walk-through of the facility was completed today and all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, breakfast, group time, and free play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 8, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on September 11, 2025. The last fire drill was conducted on February 27, 2026. The last emergency drill was conducted on December 4, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on February 27, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 12, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility has not completed lead-based paint and asbestos testing. Two (2) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff file and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. In Space #1, nine (9) children were not signed out on February 20, 2026. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 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 #1, four (4) outlets on a surge protector which was on the floor under the smart board and plugged into an outlet on the wall, were not covered with safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff member, Maggie Beam, employed on October 27, 2025, in the licensed NC Pre-Kindergarten Program, did not obtain a criminal background check qualifying letter until November 7, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 17, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. 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, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. 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. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 92%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Keep daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center. This can be completed by parents, teachers, or both. I suggested you sign children in an out of the facility immediately after arriving or departing to ensure documentation is complete. 2. All electrical outlets and power strips not in use must be kept covered with outlet covers at all times unless located behind furniture that cannot be moved by a child. I suggested that you conduct a daily safety check prior to children arriving each day to include ensuring all electrical outlets are covered. I also suggested you scan outlets throughout the day to ensure they remain covered. Additionally, I suggested you keep extra outlet covers in each classroom to ensure outlets and power strips are kept covered at all times when not in use. 3. All staff members must complete the process for a criminal background check and have a valid qualifying letter on file prior to employment. Staff should not be permitted to begin work or training at the facility until a criminal background check has been completed and a valid qualifying letter is on file. I suggested you review this information with the Principal and the NC Pre-Kindergarten Office to ensure a qualifying letter is obtained prior to their first day of employment in a licensed program. Consultation: We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environment rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to the NC Pre-K office with Gaston County Schools to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. 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 child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 36000457 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/3/2026 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 3/3/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 126 Time In: 08:09 AM Time Out: 10:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten; and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .2900 regarding certified developmental day programs. You, Maggie Beam, Lead Teacher, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued November 13, 2024. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, and meets enhanced ratios minus one, and certified developmental day. Your facility uses Frog Street curriculum. A walk-through of the facility was completed today and all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, breakfast, group time, and free play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 8, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on September 11, 2025. The last fire drill was conducted on February 27, 2026. The last emergency drill was conducted on December 4, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on February 27, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 12, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility has not completed lead-based paint and asbestos testing. Two (2) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff file and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. In Space #1, nine (9) children were not signed out on February 20, 2026. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 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 #1, four (4) outlets on a surge protector which was on the floor under the smart board and plugged into an outlet on the wall, were not covered with safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff member, Maggie Beam, employed on October 27, 2025, in the licensed NC Pre-Kindergarten Program, did not obtain a criminal background check qualifying letter until November 7, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 17, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. 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, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. 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. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 92%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Keep daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center. This can be completed by parents, teachers, or both. I suggested you sign children in an out of the facility immediately after arriving or departing to ensure documentation is complete. 2. All electrical outlets and power strips not in use must be kept covered with outlet covers at all times unless located behind furniture that cannot be moved by a child. I suggested that you conduct a daily safety check prior to children arriving each day to include ensuring all electrical outlets are covered. I also suggested you scan outlets throughout the day to ensure they remain covered. Additionally, I suggested you keep extra outlet covers in each classroom to ensure outlets and power strips are kept covered at all times when not in use. 3. All staff members must complete the process for a criminal background check and have a valid qualifying letter on file prior to employment. Staff should not be permitted to begin work or training at the facility until a criminal background check has been completed and a valid qualifying letter is on file. I suggested you review this information with the Principal and the NC Pre-Kindergarten Office to ensure a qualifying letter is obtained prior to their first day of employment in a licensed program. Consultation: We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environment rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to the NC Pre-K office with Gaston County Schools to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. 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 child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 36000457 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/7/2025 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 10/7/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 66 Time In: 08:09 AM Time Out: 09:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. You, Annie Dellinger, Pre-K Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued November 13, 2024. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, meets enhanced ratios minus one, and certified developmental day. The Secretary of State website was checked on October 10, 2025, and Gaston County Schools was not listed. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 8, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on September 11, 2025. The most recent fire drill was conducted on September 29, 2025, the most recent emergency drill was conducted on October 3, 2025, and the most recent playground inspection was conducted on September 26, 2025. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing on March 12, 2024. Lead water levels were above 10 parts per billion and mitigation was completed. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility has not completed lead-based paint or asbestos testing. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, breakfast, and free play during the visit. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training, and Criminal Background Checks. One (1) new staff member was hired since the last visit. The following violation was observed/documented during the 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. One (1) aerosol can of Glade Odor Fighting Soft Mist Clean Linen Air Freshener, with multiple warnings, was in a basket above the handwashing sink in the restroom located in the classroom, used by children enrolled in Space #1, accessible to children. .2820(b) You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 95%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. All hazardous items with multiple warnings and items in aerosol containers must be kept in locked storage. Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” with no other warnings may be stored five (5) feet off the ground. I suggested you check the classroom thoroughly each morning, prior to children arriving, to ensure all items are stored properly. I also suggested you review this information with all staff members assigned to the licensed program to ensure they can understand which items need to be locked based on warning labels. You removed the air freshener from the restroom and placed it in a locked cabinet during the visit. Consultation We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environmental rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to Deirdre Sykes, your technical assistant with the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties, to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. Your facility is due to complete environmental rating scales by April 2027. I provided you with a copy of the North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development Book during the visit. As a reminder, all substitute providers who substitute in the licensed program for more than ten (10) days in a calendar year must complete all health and safety trainings. 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/ . 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 child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov 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 .1802 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 36000457 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0925-094L Visit Date: 9/10/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 9/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 110 Time In: 08:10 AM Time Out: 10:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Self Report Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to investigate a self-report received on September 9, 2025, alleging violations of child care requirements. The allegations were regarding developmentally appropriate activities and discipline. You, Caroline Black, Principal, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued November 13, 2024. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, meets enhanced ratios minus one, and certified developmental day. The Secretary of State website was checked on September 10, 2025, and your business, Gaston County Schools, was not listed. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. I conducted a walkthrough of the facility and observation in Space #1 during today’s visit. I verified compliance with staff/child ratios, supervision, adequate/approved space, license posted, and permit restrictions during today’s visit. I observed children participating in routines and free play during the visit. The allegations were discussed with you and one (1) additional staff member during today’s visit. You and the additional staff member interviewed had an opportunity to ask questions, state perceptions of the situation and provide pertinent information in response to the allegation. You and staff interviewed stated that on September 5, 2025, the lead teacher assigned to Space #1, handled a child roughly while the children enrolled in Space #1 were outside on the playground. You stated that on September 5, 2025, you received a report that the Lead Teacher assigned to Space #1 pushed a child to the ground. You stated that at that time, you reviewed camera footage and noted that at 11:27 on September 5, 2025, the Lead Teacher assigned to Space #1 pulled a child off the stationary climber on the playground by one arm, bent down to the child’s level and began yelling at the child. You stated that the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pushes the child to the ground into a laying position, stands over the child and continues to yell at the child. You stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pulled the child up by their arms to stand the child up. You stated you called the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 to your office after reviewing the camera footage and that the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 confirmed they had to “lay a child out” so that they “knew how it felt”. You stated that at that time, you sent the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 home and contacted Gaston County Schools Human Resources to report the incident. You stated the staff member has not been permitted to return to the facility since September 5, 2025. One (1) additional staff interviewed stated they observed the child fall off the stationary climber, which caused the child to step on the stomach of another child accidentally, who was laying on the ground under the stationary climber. One (1) additional staff interviewed stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pulled the child off the stationary climber by one (1) arm and began yelling at the child. One (1) additional staff interviewed stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then took the child by the arms and pushed the child to the ground into a laying position. One (1) additional staff interviewed stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then stood over the child and continued to yell at the child as the child was crying. One (1) additional staff member interviewed stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pulled the child up by grabbing both of the child’s hands and pulling the child to their feet. I reviewed camera footage for September 5, 2025. At 11:27am, I observed the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 quickly approach a child who was on the stationary climber on the playground. I observed the lead teacher from Space #1 pull the child off the stationary climber by one (1) arm and begin yelling at the child. I then observed the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 take the child by the arms and push the child to the ground into a laying position. I observed the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then stand over the child and continue to yell at the child as the child was laying on the ground. I observed the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pull the child up by grabbing both of the child’s hands and pulling the child to their feet. Based on staff interviews and camera footage review, the allegation regarding discipline was substantiated. Based on staff interviews and camera footage review, the allegation regarding developmentally appropriate activities was substantiated. The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 325 Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children. On September 5, 2025, at 11:27am, the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 grabbed a child by one arm, pulled the child off the stationary climber, bent down, yelled at the child, pushed the child to the ground into a laying position, hovered over the child and continued to yell at the child, and pulled the child up to their feet by both arms. .1802 904 A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking. On September 5, 2025, at 11:27am, the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 grabbed a child by one arm, pulled the child off the stationary climber, bent down, yelled at the child, pushed the child to the ground into a laying position, hovered over the child and continued to yell at the child, and pulled the child up to their feet by both arms in response to the child falling onto another child. .1803(a)(1) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 24, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when each violation was corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. 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, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. 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. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 98%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. We reviewed Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1802 STAFF/CHILD INTERACTIONS: Staff shall interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and participating in activities with the children. For example, staff shall: (1) make eye contact when speaking to a child; (2) engage children in conversation to share experiences, ideas, and opinions; (3) help children develop problem-solving skills; and (4) facilitate learning by providing positive reinforcement, encouraging efforts, and recognizing accomplishments. Positive language must be used when speaking to children and children should not be spoken to in harsh tones. I suggested you review rule .1802 with all staff members during the hiring process and annually thereafter to ensure children are spoken to in an appropriate manner and fell welcome and comfortable at all times while at the facility. 2. We reviewed Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1803 PROHIBITED DISCIPLINE IN CHILD CARE CENTERS: (a) No child shall be subjected to any form of corporal punishment by the owner, operator, director, or staff of any child care center. For purposes of this Rule, "staff" shall mean any regular or substitute caregiver, any volunteer, and any auxiliary personnel, including cooks, secretaries, janitors, maids, or vehicle drivers. The following shall apply at all child care centers: (1) no child shall be handled roughly in any way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking; (2) no child shall be placed in a locked room, closet, or box or be left alone in a room separated from staff; (3) no discipline shall be delegated to another child; (4) no food shall be withheld as punishment or given as a means of reward; (5) no child shall be disciplined for toileting accidents; (6) no child shall be disciplined for not sleeping during rest period; (7) no child shall be disciplined by assigning chores that require contact with or use of hazardous materials, such as cleaning bathrooms, floors, or emptying diaper pails; (8) physical activity, such as running laps and doing push-ups, shall not be withheld as punishment or required as punishment; (9) no child shall be yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened, or bullied; and (10) no child shall be restrained as a form of discipline unless the child's safety or the safety of others is at risk. For purposes of this Rule, "restraining" shall mean that a caregiver physically holds a child in a manner that restricts the child's movement, for a minimum amount of time necessary to ensure a safe environment. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Rule, no child shall be restrained through the use of heavy objects, including a caregiver's body, or any device such as straps, blankets, car seats, or cribs. I suggested you review your facility’s discipline policy with all staff during the hiring process and annually thereafter to ensure the policy is followed at all times. Consultation: 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 child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov 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 .1803 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 36000457 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0925-094L Visit Date: 9/10/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 9/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 110 Time In: 08:10 AM Time Out: 10:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Self Report Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to investigate a self-report received on September 9, 2025, alleging violations of child care requirements. The allegations were regarding developmentally appropriate activities and discipline. You, Caroline Black, Principal, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued November 13, 2024. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, meets enhanced ratios minus one, and certified developmental day. The Secretary of State website was checked on September 10, 2025, and your business, Gaston County Schools, was not listed. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. I conducted a walkthrough of the facility and observation in Space #1 during today’s visit. I verified compliance with staff/child ratios, supervision, adequate/approved space, license posted, and permit restrictions during today’s visit. I observed children participating in routines and free play during the visit. The allegations were discussed with you and one (1) additional staff member during today’s visit. You and the additional staff member interviewed had an opportunity to ask questions, state perceptions of the situation and provide pertinent information in response to the allegation. You and staff interviewed stated that on September 5, 2025, the lead teacher assigned to Space #1, handled a child roughly while the children enrolled in Space #1 were outside on the playground. You stated that on September 5, 2025, you received a report that the Lead Teacher assigned to Space #1 pushed a child to the ground. You stated that at that time, you reviewed camera footage and noted that at 11:27 on September 5, 2025, the Lead Teacher assigned to Space #1 pulled a child off the stationary climber on the playground by one arm, bent down to the child’s level and began yelling at the child. You stated that the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pushes the child to the ground into a laying position, stands over the child and continues to yell at the child. You stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pulled the child up by their arms to stand the child up. You stated you called the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 to your office after reviewing the camera footage and that the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 confirmed they had to “lay a child out” so that they “knew how it felt”. You stated that at that time, you sent the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 home and contacted Gaston County Schools Human Resources to report the incident. You stated the staff member has not been permitted to return to the facility since September 5, 2025. One (1) additional staff interviewed stated they observed the child fall off the stationary climber, which caused the child to step on the stomach of another child accidentally, who was laying on the ground under the stationary climber. One (1) additional staff interviewed stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pulled the child off the stationary climber by one (1) arm and began yelling at the child. One (1) additional staff interviewed stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then took the child by the arms and pushed the child to the ground into a laying position. One (1) additional staff interviewed stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then stood over the child and continued to yell at the child as the child was crying. One (1) additional staff member interviewed stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pulled the child up by grabbing both of the child’s hands and pulling the child to their feet. I reviewed camera footage for September 5, 2025. At 11:27am, I observed the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 quickly approach a child who was on the stationary climber on the playground. I observed the lead teacher from Space #1 pull the child off the stationary climber by one (1) arm and begin yelling at the child. I then observed the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 take the child by the arms and push the child to the ground into a laying position. I observed the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then stand over the child and continue to yell at the child as the child was laying on the ground. I observed the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pull the child up by grabbing both of the child’s hands and pulling the child to their feet. Based on staff interviews and camera footage review, the allegation regarding discipline was substantiated. Based on staff interviews and camera footage review, the allegation regarding developmentally appropriate activities was substantiated. The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 325 Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children. On September 5, 2025, at 11:27am, the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 grabbed a child by one arm, pulled the child off the stationary climber, bent down, yelled at the child, pushed the child to the ground into a laying position, hovered over the child and continued to yell at the child, and pulled the child up to their feet by both arms. .1802 904 A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking. On September 5, 2025, at 11:27am, the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 grabbed a child by one arm, pulled the child off the stationary climber, bent down, yelled at the child, pushed the child to the ground into a laying position, hovered over the child and continued to yell at the child, and pulled the child up to their feet by both arms in response to the child falling onto another child. .1803(a)(1) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 24, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when each violation was corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. 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, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. 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. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 98%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. We reviewed Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1802 STAFF/CHILD INTERACTIONS: Staff shall interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and participating in activities with the children. For example, staff shall: (1) make eye contact when speaking to a child; (2) engage children in conversation to share experiences, ideas, and opinions; (3) help children develop problem-solving skills; and (4) facilitate learning by providing positive reinforcement, encouraging efforts, and recognizing accomplishments. Positive language must be used when speaking to children and children should not be spoken to in harsh tones. I suggested you review rule .1802 with all staff members during the hiring process and annually thereafter to ensure children are spoken to in an appropriate manner and fell welcome and comfortable at all times while at the facility. 2. We reviewed Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1803 PROHIBITED DISCIPLINE IN CHILD CARE CENTERS: (a) No child shall be subjected to any form of corporal punishment by the owner, operator, director, or staff of any child care center. For purposes of this Rule, "staff" shall mean any regular or substitute caregiver, any volunteer, and any auxiliary personnel, including cooks, secretaries, janitors, maids, or vehicle drivers. The following shall apply at all child care centers: (1) no child shall be handled roughly in any way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking; (2) no child shall be placed in a locked room, closet, or box or be left alone in a room separated from staff; (3) no discipline shall be delegated to another child; (4) no food shall be withheld as punishment or given as a means of reward; (5) no child shall be disciplined for toileting accidents; (6) no child shall be disciplined for not sleeping during rest period; (7) no child shall be disciplined by assigning chores that require contact with or use of hazardous materials, such as cleaning bathrooms, floors, or emptying diaper pails; (8) physical activity, such as running laps and doing push-ups, shall not be withheld as punishment or required as punishment; (9) no child shall be yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened, or bullied; and (10) no child shall be restrained as a form of discipline unless the child's safety or the safety of others is at risk. For purposes of this Rule, "restraining" shall mean that a caregiver physically holds a child in a manner that restricts the child's movement, for a minimum amount of time necessary to ensure a safe environment. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Rule, no child shall be restrained through the use of heavy objects, including a caregiver's body, or any device such as straps, blankets, car seats, or cribs. I suggested you review your facility’s discipline policy with all staff during the hiring process and annually thereafter to ensure the policy is followed at all times. Consultation: 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 child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 36000457 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0925-094L Visit Date: 9/10/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 9/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 110 Time In: 08:10 AM Time Out: 10:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Self Report Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to investigate a self-report received on September 9, 2025, alleging violations of child care requirements. The allegations were regarding developmentally appropriate activities and discipline. You, Caroline Black, Principal, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued November 13, 2024. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, meets enhanced ratios minus one, and certified developmental day. The Secretary of State website was checked on September 10, 2025, and your business, Gaston County Schools, was not listed. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. I conducted a walkthrough of the facility and observation in Space #1 during today’s visit. I verified compliance with staff/child ratios, supervision, adequate/approved space, license posted, and permit restrictions during today’s visit. I observed children participating in routines and free play during the visit. The allegations were discussed with you and one (1) additional staff member during today’s visit. You and the additional staff member interviewed had an opportunity to ask questions, state perceptions of the situation and provide pertinent information in response to the allegation. You and staff interviewed stated that on September 5, 2025, the lead teacher assigned to Space #1, handled a child roughly while the children enrolled in Space #1 were outside on the playground. You stated that on September 5, 2025, you received a report that the Lead Teacher assigned to Space #1 pushed a child to the ground. You stated that at that time, you reviewed camera footage and noted that at 11:27 on September 5, 2025, the Lead Teacher assigned to Space #1 pulled a child off the stationary climber on the playground by one arm, bent down to the child’s level and began yelling at the child. You stated that the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pushes the child to the ground into a laying position, stands over the child and continues to yell at the child. You stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pulled the child up by their arms to stand the child up. You stated you called the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 to your office after reviewing the camera footage and that the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 confirmed they had to “lay a child out” so that they “knew how it felt”. You stated that at that time, you sent the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 home and contacted Gaston County Schools Human Resources to report the incident. You stated the staff member has not been permitted to return to the facility since September 5, 2025. One (1) additional staff interviewed stated they observed the child fall off the stationary climber, which caused the child to step on the stomach of another child accidentally, who was laying on the ground under the stationary climber. One (1) additional staff interviewed stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pulled the child off the stationary climber by one (1) arm and began yelling at the child. One (1) additional staff interviewed stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then took the child by the arms and pushed the child to the ground into a laying position. One (1) additional staff interviewed stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then stood over the child and continued to yell at the child as the child was crying. One (1) additional staff member interviewed stated the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pulled the child up by grabbing both of the child’s hands and pulling the child to their feet. I reviewed camera footage for September 5, 2025. At 11:27am, I observed the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 quickly approach a child who was on the stationary climber on the playground. I observed the lead teacher from Space #1 pull the child off the stationary climber by one (1) arm and begin yelling at the child. I then observed the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 take the child by the arms and push the child to the ground into a laying position. I observed the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then stand over the child and continue to yell at the child as the child was laying on the ground. I observed the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 then pull the child up by grabbing both of the child’s hands and pulling the child to their feet. Based on staff interviews and camera footage review, the allegation regarding discipline was substantiated. Based on staff interviews and camera footage review, the allegation regarding developmentally appropriate activities was substantiated. The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 325 Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children. On September 5, 2025, at 11:27am, the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 grabbed a child by one arm, pulled the child off the stationary climber, bent down, yelled at the child, pushed the child to the ground into a laying position, hovered over the child and continued to yell at the child, and pulled the child up to their feet by both arms. .1802 904 A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking. On September 5, 2025, at 11:27am, the lead teacher assigned to Space #1 grabbed a child by one arm, pulled the child off the stationary climber, bent down, yelled at the child, pushed the child to the ground into a laying position, hovered over the child and continued to yell at the child, and pulled the child up to their feet by both arms in response to the child falling onto another child. .1803(a)(1) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 24, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when each violation was corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. 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, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. 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. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 98%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. We reviewed Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1802 STAFF/CHILD INTERACTIONS: Staff shall interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and participating in activities with the children. For example, staff shall: (1) make eye contact when speaking to a child; (2) engage children in conversation to share experiences, ideas, and opinions; (3) help children develop problem-solving skills; and (4) facilitate learning by providing positive reinforcement, encouraging efforts, and recognizing accomplishments. Positive language must be used when speaking to children and children should not be spoken to in harsh tones. I suggested you review rule .1802 with all staff members during the hiring process and annually thereafter to ensure children are spoken to in an appropriate manner and fell welcome and comfortable at all times while at the facility. 2. We reviewed Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1803 PROHIBITED DISCIPLINE IN CHILD CARE CENTERS: (a) No child shall be subjected to any form of corporal punishment by the owner, operator, director, or staff of any child care center. For purposes of this Rule, "staff" shall mean any regular or substitute caregiver, any volunteer, and any auxiliary personnel, including cooks, secretaries, janitors, maids, or vehicle drivers. The following shall apply at all child care centers: (1) no child shall be handled roughly in any way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking; (2) no child shall be placed in a locked room, closet, or box or be left alone in a room separated from staff; (3) no discipline shall be delegated to another child; (4) no food shall be withheld as punishment or given as a means of reward; (5) no child shall be disciplined for toileting accidents; (6) no child shall be disciplined for not sleeping during rest period; (7) no child shall be disciplined by assigning chores that require contact with or use of hazardous materials, such as cleaning bathrooms, floors, or emptying diaper pails; (8) physical activity, such as running laps and doing push-ups, shall not be withheld as punishment or required as punishment; (9) no child shall be yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened, or bullied; and (10) no child shall be restrained as a form of discipline unless the child's safety or the safety of others is at risk. For purposes of this Rule, "restraining" shall mean that a caregiver physically holds a child in a manner that restricts the child's movement, for a minimum amount of time necessary to ensure a safe environment. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Rule, no child shall be restrained through the use of heavy objects, including a caregiver's body, or any device such as straps, blankets, car seats, or cribs. I suggested you review your facility’s discipline policy with all staff during the hiring process and annually thereafter to ensure the policy is followed at all times. Consultation: 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 child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov 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 .2902 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 36000457 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/1/2025 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 4/1/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 137 Time In: 08:53 AM Time Out: 11:10 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten; and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .2900 regarding certified developmental day programs.. You, Becky Davis, Lead Teacher, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in space #1. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified in compliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and both administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over ten years’ experience. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued November 13, 2024. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, meets enhanced ratios minus one, and certified developmental day. The Secretary of State website was checked on April 1, 2025, and your business, Gaston County Schools, was not listed. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment during the visit. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, a lockdown drill, free play, group time, outdoor play, and snack during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on October 23, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with zero (0) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire drill was conducted on March 28, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on April 1, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on March 31, 2025. Two (2) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) substitute, present and caring for children in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program during the visit, did not complete an emergency information form. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) substitute, employed in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program on March 31, 2025, who was present, caring for children, and counted in staff/child ratio during the visit, did not complete the process of a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. One (1) substitute, employed in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program on March 31, 2025, who was present, caring for children, and counted in staff/child ration during the visit, did not complete the process of a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) substitute, employed in the NC Pre-Kindergarten program on March 31, 2025, who was present and caring for children four (4) and five (5) years of age in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program during the visit, did not review the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy prior to caring for children up to five (5) years old. .0608(d)(1-4) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 15, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. 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, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. 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. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 100%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers, must have an Emergency Information Form, including the name, address, and telephone number of the person to be contacted in case of an emergency, and the responsible party's choice of health care professional on file on or before the first day of work. The emergency information must be updated as changes occur and at least annually. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is completed and on file prior to the staff member’s first day of employment. I also suggested you create a substitute section in your licensing notebook to ensure all required information is on file for all substitute providers. The substitute provider present during the visit completed an emergency information form during the visit. You created a folder for substitute providers’ information and placed it in your licensing notebook during the visit. 2. All staff members employed in the licensed, NC Pre-Kindergarten Program, including all substitute providers, must complete the process for a criminal background check and have a valid qualifying letter on file prior to employment. I suggested in the future, that you ensure a substitute provider has a valid DCDEE qualifying letter prior to substituting in your classroom. I also suggested you review this requirement with the NC Pre-Kindergarten Office staff, as well as the Principal to ensure all staff members have a current qualifying letter prior to employment. During the visit, the Principal, who has a valid qualifying letter on file, entered the classroom and the substitute provider left. You stated the Principal will remain in the classroom for the rest of the day. You stated you will use a substitute with a valid qualifying letter in the future. 3. All staff members employed in the licensed, NC Pre-Kindergarten Program, including all substitute providers, must have a valid qualifying letter on file. I suggested you obtain a copy of each substitute provider’s qualifying letter and place in your licensing notebook to ensure a qualifying letter is on file and available for review at all times. 4. All staff members who care for children up to five (5) years of age must review the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy prior to the staff member caring for children. An acknowledgment of receipt and review must be on file. The acknowledgement of this review shall contain: (1) the individual’s name; (2) the date the center’s policy was given and explained to the individual; (3) the individual’s signature; and (4) the date the individual signed the acknowledgment. I suggested you create a substitute packet to ensure all required documentation is reviewed and on file for all substitute providers. You created a substitute folder and placed it in the licensing binder during the visit. The substitute reviewed the policy, signed the acknowledgement, and the signed acknowledgement was placed in the substitute folder during the visit. During the visit, the Principal, who has a valid qualifying letter on file, entered the classroom and the substitute provider left. You stated the Principal will remain in the classroom for the rest of the day. You stated you will use a substitute with a valid qualifying letter in the future. Consultation: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. 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 child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov 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 .3009 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 36000457 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/1/2025 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 4/1/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 137 Time In: 08:53 AM Time Out: 11:10 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten; and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .2900 regarding certified developmental day programs.. You, Becky Davis, Lead Teacher, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in space #1. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified in compliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and both administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over ten years’ experience. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued November 13, 2024. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, meets enhanced ratios minus one, and certified developmental day. The Secretary of State website was checked on April 1, 2025, and your business, Gaston County Schools, was not listed. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment during the visit. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, a lockdown drill, free play, group time, outdoor play, and snack during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on October 23, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with zero (0) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire drill was conducted on March 28, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on April 1, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on March 31, 2025. Two (2) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) substitute, present and caring for children in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program during the visit, did not complete an emergency information form. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) substitute, employed in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program on March 31, 2025, who was present, caring for children, and counted in staff/child ratio during the visit, did not complete the process of a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. One (1) substitute, employed in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program on March 31, 2025, who was present, caring for children, and counted in staff/child ration during the visit, did not complete the process of a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) substitute, employed in the NC Pre-Kindergarten program on March 31, 2025, who was present and caring for children four (4) and five (5) years of age in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program during the visit, did not review the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy prior to caring for children up to five (5) years old. .0608(d)(1-4) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 15, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. 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, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. 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. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 100%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers, must have an Emergency Information Form, including the name, address, and telephone number of the person to be contacted in case of an emergency, and the responsible party's choice of health care professional on file on or before the first day of work. The emergency information must be updated as changes occur and at least annually. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is completed and on file prior to the staff member’s first day of employment. I also suggested you create a substitute section in your licensing notebook to ensure all required information is on file for all substitute providers. The substitute provider present during the visit completed an emergency information form during the visit. You created a folder for substitute providers’ information and placed it in your licensing notebook during the visit. 2. All staff members employed in the licensed, NC Pre-Kindergarten Program, including all substitute providers, must complete the process for a criminal background check and have a valid qualifying letter on file prior to employment. I suggested in the future, that you ensure a substitute provider has a valid DCDEE qualifying letter prior to substituting in your classroom. I also suggested you review this requirement with the NC Pre-Kindergarten Office staff, as well as the Principal to ensure all staff members have a current qualifying letter prior to employment. During the visit, the Principal, who has a valid qualifying letter on file, entered the classroom and the substitute provider left. You stated the Principal will remain in the classroom for the rest of the day. You stated you will use a substitute with a valid qualifying letter in the future. 3. All staff members employed in the licensed, NC Pre-Kindergarten Program, including all substitute providers, must have a valid qualifying letter on file. I suggested you obtain a copy of each substitute provider’s qualifying letter and place in your licensing notebook to ensure a qualifying letter is on file and available for review at all times. 4. All staff members who care for children up to five (5) years of age must review the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy prior to the staff member caring for children. An acknowledgment of receipt and review must be on file. The acknowledgement of this review shall contain: (1) the individual’s name; (2) the date the center’s policy was given and explained to the individual; (3) the individual’s signature; and (4) the date the individual signed the acknowledgment. I suggested you create a substitute packet to ensure all required documentation is reviewed and on file for all substitute providers. You created a substitute folder and placed it in the licensing binder during the visit. The substitute reviewed the policy, signed the acknowledgement, and the signed acknowledgement was placed in the substitute folder during the visit. During the visit, the Principal, who has a valid qualifying letter on file, entered the classroom and the substitute provider left. You stated the Principal will remain in the classroom for the rest of the day. You stated you will use a substitute with a valid qualifying letter in the future. Consultation: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. 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 child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 36000457 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/1/2025 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 4/1/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 137 Time In: 08:53 AM Time Out: 11:10 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten; and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .2900 regarding certified developmental day programs.. You, Becky Davis, Lead Teacher, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. Children who receive developmental day services are currently cared for in space #1. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2902(f) were verified in compliance. Lead teachers assigned to each of these spaces have NC Birth-through-Kindergarten licenses and both administrators have a Level III NCECAC with over ten years’ experience. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued November 13, 2024. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, meets enhanced ratios minus one, and certified developmental day. The Secretary of State website was checked on April 1, 2025, and your business, Gaston County Schools, was not listed. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment during the visit. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, a lockdown drill, free play, group time, outdoor play, and snack during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on October 23, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with zero (0) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire drill was conducted on March 28, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on April 1, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on March 31, 2025. Two (2) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) substitute, present and caring for children in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program during the visit, did not complete an emergency information form. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) substitute, employed in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program on March 31, 2025, who was present, caring for children, and counted in staff/child ratio during the visit, did not complete the process of a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. One (1) substitute, employed in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program on March 31, 2025, who was present, caring for children, and counted in staff/child ration during the visit, did not complete the process of a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) substitute, employed in the NC Pre-Kindergarten program on March 31, 2025, who was present and caring for children four (4) and five (5) years of age in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program during the visit, did not review the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy prior to caring for children up to five (5) years old. .0608(d)(1-4) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 15, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. 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, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. 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. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 100%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers, must have an Emergency Information Form, including the name, address, and telephone number of the person to be contacted in case of an emergency, and the responsible party's choice of health care professional on file on or before the first day of work. The emergency information must be updated as changes occur and at least annually. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is completed and on file prior to the staff member’s first day of employment. I also suggested you create a substitute section in your licensing notebook to ensure all required information is on file for all substitute providers. The substitute provider present during the visit completed an emergency information form during the visit. You created a folder for substitute providers’ information and placed it in your licensing notebook during the visit. 2. All staff members employed in the licensed, NC Pre-Kindergarten Program, including all substitute providers, must complete the process for a criminal background check and have a valid qualifying letter on file prior to employment. I suggested in the future, that you ensure a substitute provider has a valid DCDEE qualifying letter prior to substituting in your classroom. I also suggested you review this requirement with the NC Pre-Kindergarten Office staff, as well as the Principal to ensure all staff members have a current qualifying letter prior to employment. During the visit, the Principal, who has a valid qualifying letter on file, entered the classroom and the substitute provider left. You stated the Principal will remain in the classroom for the rest of the day. You stated you will use a substitute with a valid qualifying letter in the future. 3. All staff members employed in the licensed, NC Pre-Kindergarten Program, including all substitute providers, must have a valid qualifying letter on file. I suggested you obtain a copy of each substitute provider’s qualifying letter and place in your licensing notebook to ensure a qualifying letter is on file and available for review at all times. 4. All staff members who care for children up to five (5) years of age must review the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy prior to the staff member caring for children. An acknowledgment of receipt and review must be on file. The acknowledgement of this review shall contain: (1) the individual’s name; (2) the date the center’s policy was given and explained to the individual; (3) the individual’s signature; and (4) the date the individual signed the acknowledgment. I suggested you create a substitute packet to ensure all required documentation is reviewed and on file for all substitute providers. You created a substitute folder and placed it in the licensing binder during the visit. The substitute reviewed the policy, signed the acknowledgement, and the signed acknowledgement was placed in the substitute folder during the visit. During the visit, the Principal, who has a valid qualifying letter on file, entered the classroom and the substitute provider left. You stated the Principal will remain in the classroom for the rest of the day. You stated you will use a substitute with a valid qualifying letter in the future. Consultation: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. 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 child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 36000457 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/29/2023 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 8/29/2023 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 83 Time In: 08:47 AM Time Out: 10:10 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements. You Annie Dellinger, Assistant Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The North Carolina Secretary of State’s website was viewed before the visit, and Gaston County Schools was not listed. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license effective April 9, 2018. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced space, meets enhanced ratio, meeting enhanced ratios minus one. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on January 11, 2023. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on June 1, 2023. The following violation was observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last playground inspection was conducted on March 31, 2023. .0605(q) The violation documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how the violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit and license ID number in the letter. I must receive your compliance statement by September 12, 2023. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 87%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. A monthly playground inspection must be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements at least once per month when the program is operating. A trained administrator or staff person must make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist is to be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and must be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. Continue to use the playground inspection checklist which may be found online at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/providers/credent.asp. I suggested you plan to conduct the playground inspections on the same day fire drills are conducted to ensure a month does not get skipped. After completion of the inspection and documentation on the checklist, immediately place the inspection checklist in your playground inspection notebook to ensure it is on file and available for review at all times. Consultation: Qualifying letters are now valid for five (5) years from the date of issue. Please begin the criminal background re-check at least two (2) months prior to the expiration of the current qualifying letter. 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. Beginning in July and 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 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 child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov 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