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216 Ledbetter Street, Cordova NC 28330 · License #77000073 · Center · Child Care Center
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GS 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/28/2026 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/28/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 12:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced annual compliance with rated license visit was to monitor compliance with all applicable childcare requirements. The facility currently operates with a 3-star license. The facility had an 89% compliance history prior to this visit. The facility is registered with the Secretary of State and prior to this visit the facility was showing as current/active on the SoS website. The last annual compliance was conducted on 5/5/25. There are thirty-seven (37) children enrolled in the facility and twenty-nine (29) were present today. The children were observed during outdoor free play, bathroom/handwashing routines, and eating lunch. The facility does participate in the child and adult food program. I monitored the menu; the applicable requirements of the food components were being met. The “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” was used as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. The staff and training worksheets were received via email from Cathy McGee, Owner/Administrator. The child care consultant made notations on the worksheets, added a new staff member to the worksheets. All changes made by the child care consultant to the staff and training worksheets were notated with initials. There is a total of six (6) staff employed. Since the last monitoring visit two (2) new staff were hired. The files of the new staff were monitored today along with the file of one (1) existing staff member. I monitored the staff files for the completion of the annual in-service hours and the required health and safety training. I monitored the regulatory system to verify current criminal record qualification letters for all staff. All staff have current CPR and First Aid training. Staff scheduled to work with infants has valid ITS-SIDS certification. Four (4) children's records were monitored today. Fire drills and shelter-in-place or lockdown drills have been completed as required. The last fire drill was documented as being conducted on 4/17/26. The last lockdown drill was documented as being conducted on 3/10/26. Monthly playground inspections have been completed as required. A superior sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/10/26. The last fire inspection was completed 4/22/26, the facility was found to be Satisfactory and approved for day-time care only. The following items were posted for easy reference: license, NC Summary of Child Care Law, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency medical care plan, emergency telephone numbers, daily classroom schedules, activity plans, Safe Sleep policy, First Aid poster, menu, applicable staff/child ratio charts, evacuation routes, infant feeding schedules, cot lists, tobacco free signage. Rated license: The Continuous Quality Improvement Plans for each staff with the exception of the new staff member who began work on 4/24/26, were reviewed today. The new staff member is in the progress of writing a professional development goal. The CQI plan for the facility was reviewed and discussed with C. McGee, Administrator, today. The facility is working to make progress on the family and community engagement requirements. The facility has staff that are in the process of enrolling in early childhood education coursework in efforts of furthering their education. C. McGee stated the facility is going to pursue the classroom and instructional quality pathway. Until the staff information and education worksheet is completed an evaluation of education can't be completed. There was two (2) violations of child care requirements were observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One (1) of four (4) children's records did not contain a medical record. The child enrolled at the facility on 11/4/25. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One (1) of four (4) children's records did not contain a medical record. The child enrolled at the facility on 11/4/25. GS110-91(1) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should list each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, the email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name, title and signature at the end of the email. I must receive the compliance letter by email or at the address below no later than May 12, 2026. Michell Kocan PO Box 2694 Rockingham NC 28380 michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Failure to maintain compliance with all requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education PO Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 910-610-7525 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
GS110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/28/2026 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/28/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 12:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced annual compliance with rated license visit was to monitor compliance with all applicable childcare requirements. The facility currently operates with a 3-star license. The facility had an 89% compliance history prior to this visit. The facility is registered with the Secretary of State and prior to this visit the facility was showing as current/active on the SoS website. The last annual compliance was conducted on 5/5/25. There are thirty-seven (37) children enrolled in the facility and twenty-nine (29) were present today. The children were observed during outdoor free play, bathroom/handwashing routines, and eating lunch. The facility does participate in the child and adult food program. I monitored the menu; the applicable requirements of the food components were being met. The “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” was used as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. The staff and training worksheets were received via email from Cathy McGee, Owner/Administrator. The child care consultant made notations on the worksheets, added a new staff member to the worksheets. All changes made by the child care consultant to the staff and training worksheets were notated with initials. There is a total of six (6) staff employed. Since the last monitoring visit two (2) new staff were hired. The files of the new staff were monitored today along with the file of one (1) existing staff member. I monitored the staff files for the completion of the annual in-service hours and the required health and safety training. I monitored the regulatory system to verify current criminal record qualification letters for all staff. All staff have current CPR and First Aid training. Staff scheduled to work with infants has valid ITS-SIDS certification. Four (4) children's records were monitored today. Fire drills and shelter-in-place or lockdown drills have been completed as required. The last fire drill was documented as being conducted on 4/17/26. The last lockdown drill was documented as being conducted on 3/10/26. Monthly playground inspections have been completed as required. A superior sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/10/26. The last fire inspection was completed 4/22/26, the facility was found to be Satisfactory and approved for day-time care only. The following items were posted for easy reference: license, NC Summary of Child Care Law, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency medical care plan, emergency telephone numbers, daily classroom schedules, activity plans, Safe Sleep policy, First Aid poster, menu, applicable staff/child ratio charts, evacuation routes, infant feeding schedules, cot lists, tobacco free signage. Rated license: The Continuous Quality Improvement Plans for each staff with the exception of the new staff member who began work on 4/24/26, were reviewed today. The new staff member is in the progress of writing a professional development goal. The CQI plan for the facility was reviewed and discussed with C. McGee, Administrator, today. The facility is working to make progress on the family and community engagement requirements. The facility has staff that are in the process of enrolling in early childhood education coursework in efforts of furthering their education. C. McGee stated the facility is going to pursue the classroom and instructional quality pathway. Until the staff information and education worksheet is completed an evaluation of education can't be completed. There was two (2) violations of child care requirements were observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One (1) of four (4) children's records did not contain a medical record. The child enrolled at the facility on 11/4/25. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One (1) of four (4) children's records did not contain a medical record. The child enrolled at the facility on 11/4/25. GS110-91(1) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should list each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, the email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name, title and signature at the end of the email. I must receive the compliance letter by email or at the address below no later than May 12, 2026. Michell Kocan PO Box 2694 Rockingham NC 28380 michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Failure to maintain compliance with all requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education PO Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 910-610-7525 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/28/2026 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/28/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 12:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced annual compliance with rated license visit was to monitor compliance with all applicable childcare requirements. The facility currently operates with a 3-star license. The facility had an 89% compliance history prior to this visit. The facility is registered with the Secretary of State and prior to this visit the facility was showing as current/active on the SoS website. The last annual compliance was conducted on 5/5/25. There are thirty-seven (37) children enrolled in the facility and twenty-nine (29) were present today. The children were observed during outdoor free play, bathroom/handwashing routines, and eating lunch. The facility does participate in the child and adult food program. I monitored the menu; the applicable requirements of the food components were being met. The “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” was used as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. The staff and training worksheets were received via email from Cathy McGee, Owner/Administrator. The child care consultant made notations on the worksheets, added a new staff member to the worksheets. All changes made by the child care consultant to the staff and training worksheets were notated with initials. There is a total of six (6) staff employed. Since the last monitoring visit two (2) new staff were hired. The files of the new staff were monitored today along with the file of one (1) existing staff member. I monitored the staff files for the completion of the annual in-service hours and the required health and safety training. I monitored the regulatory system to verify current criminal record qualification letters for all staff. All staff have current CPR and First Aid training. Staff scheduled to work with infants has valid ITS-SIDS certification. Four (4) children's records were monitored today. Fire drills and shelter-in-place or lockdown drills have been completed as required. The last fire drill was documented as being conducted on 4/17/26. The last lockdown drill was documented as being conducted on 3/10/26. Monthly playground inspections have been completed as required. A superior sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/10/26. The last fire inspection was completed 4/22/26, the facility was found to be Satisfactory and approved for day-time care only. The following items were posted for easy reference: license, NC Summary of Child Care Law, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency medical care plan, emergency telephone numbers, daily classroom schedules, activity plans, Safe Sleep policy, First Aid poster, menu, applicable staff/child ratio charts, evacuation routes, infant feeding schedules, cot lists, tobacco free signage. Rated license: The Continuous Quality Improvement Plans for each staff with the exception of the new staff member who began work on 4/24/26, were reviewed today. The new staff member is in the progress of writing a professional development goal. The CQI plan for the facility was reviewed and discussed with C. McGee, Administrator, today. The facility is working to make progress on the family and community engagement requirements. The facility has staff that are in the process of enrolling in early childhood education coursework in efforts of furthering their education. C. McGee stated the facility is going to pursue the classroom and instructional quality pathway. Until the staff information and education worksheet is completed an evaluation of education can't be completed. There was two (2) violations of child care requirements were observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One (1) of four (4) children's records did not contain a medical record. The child enrolled at the facility on 11/4/25. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One (1) of four (4) children's records did not contain a medical record. The child enrolled at the facility on 11/4/25. GS110-91(1) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should list each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, the email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name, title and signature at the end of the email. I must receive the compliance letter by email or at the address below no later than May 12, 2026. Michell Kocan PO Box 2694 Rockingham NC 28380 michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Failure to maintain compliance with all requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education PO Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 910-610-7525 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .2818 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0126-238L Visit Date: 1/30/2026 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 1/30/2026 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 75 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 10:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate a complaint allegation. There are concerns that: staff/child ratios are not being followed. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Cathy McGee, Owner/Administrator. I shared the reason for the visit with Mrs. McGee. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I observed supervision, staff/child ratio, adequate/approved space and permit restrictions. There were 30 children in attendance during the visit. Findings: I observed eleven (11) 3-4-year-old children in space #3 with two (2) teachers. In space #2 I observed ten (10) children 3-year-old children with one (1) teacher. In space #1b I observed five (5) 1-2 year-old children with one (1) teacher. I observed four (4) children aged 0-1 years old in space #1a with one (1) teacher. All spaces were in compliance with staff/child ratios during today’s visit. All staff were interviewed today regarding staff/child ratios. Three (3) staff including the administrator stated that the facility has been out of staff/child ratio in one (1) classroom. The administrator stated that on January 21, 2026, space #3 was out of ratio and space #2 was out of ratio. Twelve (12) 3-5 year old children were in attendance on January 21, 2026, in space #3 with one (1) teacher. The administrator stated that the parent of two (2) children was contacted via telephone to come pick the children up, the parent arrived shortly after the administrator made the phone call. In space #2, ten (10) 2-3 year old children were present on January 21, 2026, with one (1) teacher. The administrator contacted the parent of one (1) child present in space #2 to come pick their child up, the parent arrived shortly after to get the child. Attendance logs were reviewed during today’s visit. Based on interviews with staff and the administrator the allegation that staff/child ratios are not maintained at all times is confirmed. One (1) violation of childcare requirements was cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. During today's visit it was confirmed that on 1/21/26, space #3 and space #2 were not in compliance with staff/child ratios. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 The violation documented must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should list each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, the email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name, title and signature at the end of the email. I must receive the compliance letter by email or at the address below no later than February 13, 2026. Michell Kocan PO Box 2694 Rockingham NC 28380 michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Failure to maintain compliance with all requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education PO Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 910-610-7525 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0126-238L Visit Date: 1/30/2026 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 1/30/2026 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 75 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 10:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate a complaint allegation. There are concerns that: staff/child ratios are not being followed. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Cathy McGee, Owner/Administrator. I shared the reason for the visit with Mrs. McGee. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I observed supervision, staff/child ratio, adequate/approved space and permit restrictions. There were 30 children in attendance during the visit. Findings: I observed eleven (11) 3-4-year-old children in space #3 with two (2) teachers. In space #2 I observed ten (10) children 3-year-old children with one (1) teacher. In space #1b I observed five (5) 1-2 year-old children with one (1) teacher. I observed four (4) children aged 0-1 years old in space #1a with one (1) teacher. All spaces were in compliance with staff/child ratios during today’s visit. All staff were interviewed today regarding staff/child ratios. Three (3) staff including the administrator stated that the facility has been out of staff/child ratio in one (1) classroom. The administrator stated that on January 21, 2026, space #3 was out of ratio and space #2 was out of ratio. Twelve (12) 3-5 year old children were in attendance on January 21, 2026, in space #3 with one (1) teacher. The administrator stated that the parent of two (2) children was contacted via telephone to come pick the children up, the parent arrived shortly after the administrator made the phone call. In space #2, ten (10) 2-3 year old children were present on January 21, 2026, with one (1) teacher. The administrator contacted the parent of one (1) child present in space #2 to come pick their child up, the parent arrived shortly after to get the child. Attendance logs were reviewed during today’s visit. Based on interviews with staff and the administrator the allegation that staff/child ratios are not maintained at all times is confirmed. One (1) violation of childcare requirements was cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. During today's visit it was confirmed that on 1/21/26, space #3 and space #2 were not in compliance with staff/child ratios. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 The violation documented must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should list each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, the email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name, title and signature at the end of the email. I must receive the compliance letter by email or at the address below no later than February 13, 2026. Michell Kocan PO Box 2694 Rockingham NC 28380 michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Failure to maintain compliance with all requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education PO Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 910-610-7525 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/5/2025 Number Present: 32 Completed Date: 5/5/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor compliance with all applicable childcare requirements. The facility has a 3-star license with four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. The facility had an 82% compliance history prior to this visit. The last annual compliance was conducted on 5/10/24. There are thirty-two (32) children enrolled in the facility and thirty-two (32) were present today. The children were observed during outdoor free play, bathroom/handwashing routines, and eating lunch. The facility does participate in the child and adult food program. I monitored the menu; the applicable requirements of the food components were being met. The “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” was used as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. Prior to the visit I sent an email requesting the staff and training worksheets to Cathy McGee, Director. The worksheets were received prior to the visit. There is a total of six (6) staff employed. Since the last monitoring visit one (1) new staff was hired. I monitored the file of the new staff member during this visit. I monitored one (1) existing staff file. I monitored four (4) children's records. I monitored the staff files for the completion of the annual in-service hours and the required health and safety training. I monitored the regulatory system to verify current criminal record qualification letters for all staff. All staff have current CPR and First Aid training. Staff scheduled to work with infants has valid ITS-SIDS certification. Fire drills and shelter-in-place or lockdown drills have been completed as required. The last fire drill was conducted on 4/15/25. The last lockdown drill was conducted on 4/18/25. Monthly playground inspections have been completed as required. A superior sanitation inspection was conducted on 2/17/25. The last fire inspection was completed 4/22/25, the facility was found to be Satisfactory and approved for day-time care only. The following items were posted for easy reference: license, NC Summary of Child Care Law, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency medical care plan, emergency telephone numbers, daily classroom schedules, activity plans, Safe Sleep policy, First Aid poster, menu, applicable staff/child ratio charts, evacuation routes, infant feeding schedules, cot lists, tobacco free signage. There were two (2) violations of child care requirements observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. M. Hogan completed six (6) hours of the required ten (10) hours of on-going training. .1103(a) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. J. Alvarado hired 4/24/24 did not complete the health and safety training until 4/29/25 and 4/30/25. .1102(a) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should list each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, the email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name, title and signature at the end of the email. I must receive the compliance letter by email or at the address below no later than May 19, 2025. Michell Kocan PO Box 2694 Rockingham NC 28380 michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Failure to maintain compliance with all requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education PO Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 910-610-7525 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/11/2024 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 12/11/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 11:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with childcare requirements. Prior to this visit the facility had a compliance history of 85%. There were twenty (20) children present today. The children were observed engaged in free play, teacher-directed large group activities, and bathroom/handwashing routines. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 5/10/24. A superior sanitation inspection was completed on 11/25/24. A fire drill was last conducted on 12/5/24. A shelter-in-place drill was last conducted on 12/5/24. All indoor areas used by children were monitored today. Due to inclement weather the outdoor learning environments were not monitored. The following items were posted for easy reference: license, NC Summary of Child Care Law, safe arrival and departure procedures, daily schedules, First Aid posters, applicable ratio charts, emergency medical care plan, emergency telephone numbers SIDS policy, evacuation routes, tobacco policy, cot lists, and menus. The following items were monitored today: supervision, staff/child ratios, storage of hazardous products and medications, adequate/approved space, new staff files, program files, posted license and license restrictions. Three (3) new staff have been hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted. The staff file was monitored today. I monitored the current criminal record qualifications and specialized trainings for the staff using the staff and training worksheets that were completed for the last annual compliance visit. All staff did not have current CPR and First Aid training. The staff scheduled to work in the infant classroom have current ITS-SIDS certification. All staff except for new staff have completed the required health and safety training topics. I observed children in space #3 engaged in free play. The teachers were actively engaged with the children. All language and interactions were positive and nurturing. I observed children in space #1b engaged in free play, and bathroom/handwashing routines. The teacher was attentive to the needs of the children, and she was observed sitting on the carpet engaging in play with the children. There was four (4) violations of child care requirements observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. Desitin cream with an expiration date of 12/2023 was observed in space #2. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. G. Johnson's First Aid certification expired June 2024. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. G. Johnson's CPR certification expired June 2024. .1102(d) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. J. Alvarado hired 4/24/24 has not completed this required training. .1102(g) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should list each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, the email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name, title and signature at the end of the email. I must receive the compliance letter by email or at the address below no later than December 25, 2024. Michell Kocan PO Box 2694 Rockingham NC 28380 michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Your compliance history was 85% prior to this visit. Failure to maintain compliance with all requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. Technical Assistance: Staff members G. Johnson and L. Quinn can't care for infants until they have received their ITS-SIDS certification. Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training can be accessed via the following link: https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/online-trainings/ Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. Resources: *The North Carolina Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center is a great resource for information and free childcare publications/posters. The website is healthychildcare.unc.edu. You may contact me if you have questions or need assistance. I can be reached at 910-610-7525 or email michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education PO Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/11/2024 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 12/11/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 11:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with childcare requirements. Prior to this visit the facility had a compliance history of 85%. There were twenty (20) children present today. The children were observed engaged in free play, teacher-directed large group activities, and bathroom/handwashing routines. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 5/10/24. A superior sanitation inspection was completed on 11/25/24. A fire drill was last conducted on 12/5/24. A shelter-in-place drill was last conducted on 12/5/24. All indoor areas used by children were monitored today. Due to inclement weather the outdoor learning environments were not monitored. The following items were posted for easy reference: license, NC Summary of Child Care Law, safe arrival and departure procedures, daily schedules, First Aid posters, applicable ratio charts, emergency medical care plan, emergency telephone numbers SIDS policy, evacuation routes, tobacco policy, cot lists, and menus. The following items were monitored today: supervision, staff/child ratios, storage of hazardous products and medications, adequate/approved space, new staff files, program files, posted license and license restrictions. Three (3) new staff have been hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted. The staff file was monitored today. I monitored the current criminal record qualifications and specialized trainings for the staff using the staff and training worksheets that were completed for the last annual compliance visit. All staff did not have current CPR and First Aid training. The staff scheduled to work in the infant classroom have current ITS-SIDS certification. All staff except for new staff have completed the required health and safety training topics. I observed children in space #3 engaged in free play. The teachers were actively engaged with the children. All language and interactions were positive and nurturing. I observed children in space #1b engaged in free play, and bathroom/handwashing routines. The teacher was attentive to the needs of the children, and she was observed sitting on the carpet engaging in play with the children. There was four (4) violations of child care requirements observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. Desitin cream with an expiration date of 12/2023 was observed in space #2. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. G. Johnson's First Aid certification expired June 2024. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. G. Johnson's CPR certification expired June 2024. .1102(d) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. J. Alvarado hired 4/24/24 has not completed this required training. .1102(g) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should list each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, the email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name, title and signature at the end of the email. I must receive the compliance letter by email or at the address below no later than December 25, 2024. Michell Kocan PO Box 2694 Rockingham NC 28380 michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Your compliance history was 85% prior to this visit. Failure to maintain compliance with all requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. Technical Assistance: Staff members G. Johnson and L. Quinn can't care for infants until they have received their ITS-SIDS certification. Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training can be accessed via the following link: https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/online-trainings/ Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. Resources: *The North Carolina Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center is a great resource for information and free childcare publications/posters. The website is healthychildcare.unc.edu. You may contact me if you have questions or need assistance. I can be reached at 910-610-7525 or email michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education PO Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 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: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/10/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 5/10/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 193 Time In: 08:57 AM Time Out: 12:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor for compliance with all applicable childcare requirements. The facility has a 3-star license with four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. The facility had an 83% compliance history prior to this visit. The last annual compliance was conducted on 5/12/23. There are twenty-three (23) children enrolled in the facility and sixteen (16) were present today. The children were observed during indoor and outdoor free play, and diapering/ handwashing routines. The facility does participate in the child and adult food program. I monitored the menu; the applicable requirements of the food components were being met. The “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” was used as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. Prior to the visit I sent an email requesting the staff and training worksheets to Cathy McGee, Director. The worksheets were received prior to the visit. There is a total of four (4) staff employed. Since the last monitoring visit no new staff were hired. I monitored one (1) staff file. I monitored seven (7) children's records. I monitored the staff files for the completion of the annual in-service hours and the required health and safety training. I monitored the regulatory system to verify current criminal record qualification letters for all staff. All staff have current CPR and First Aid training. Staff scheduled to work with infants has valid ITS-SIDS certification. Fire drills and shelter-in-place or lockdown drills have been completed as required. The last fire drill was conducted on 4/17/24. The last shelter-in-place drill was conducted on 3/26/24. Monthly playground inspections have been completed as required. A superior sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/19/24. The last fire inspection was completed 4/24/24, the facility was found to be Satisfactory and approved for day-time care only. The following items were posted for easy reference: license, NC Summary of Child Care Law, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency medical care plan, emergency telephone numbers, daily classroom schedules, activity plans, Safe Sleep policy, First Aid poster, menu, applicable staff/child ratio charts, evacuation routes, infant feeding schedules, cot lists, tobacco free signage. here were seven (7) violations of child care requirements observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. Mupriocin ointment not in the original labeled container was observed in space #2. .0803(2)(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A. McGee completed 7.5 hours of the required 10 hours of on-going training. .1103(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. The file for A. McGee did not contain a staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. During this visit it was monitored that a child enrolled on 5/1/21 had a medical report on file dated 8/19/21. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission During this visit it was monitored that a child enrolled on 2/21/24 did not have an immunization record on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. Two (2) of seven (7) children's records monitored did not contain a signed discipline policy. .1804(c) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. Two (2) of seven (7) children's records monitored did not contain a signed and dated statement regarding the discipline policy on file. .1804(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should list each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, the email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name, title and signature at the end of the email. I must receive the compliance letter by email or at the address below no later than May 24, 2024. Michell Kocan PO Box 2694 Rockingham NC 28380 michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Your compliance history was 83% prior to this visit. Failure to maintain compliance with all requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. Technical Assistance: *During today’s visit a blank copy of the Professional Development Plan for Child Care Center Employees was given to you, Cathy McGee. *Medical exams or health assessments for children must be on file for each child enrolled. This document is required to be on file before enrollment or within 30 days after admission. *Immunization records are required to be on file for all children before admission or within 30 days of admission. *Parents are to be given a copy of the facility’s discipline policy at enrollment. The policy must be explained to the parents and signed by the parents. The Discipline Policy signed by the parent must include the child’s name and date of enrollment. Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education PO Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 910-610-7525 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/10/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 5/10/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 193 Time In: 08:57 AM Time Out: 12:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor for compliance with all applicable childcare requirements. The facility has a 3-star license with four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. The facility had an 83% compliance history prior to this visit. The last annual compliance was conducted on 5/12/23. There are twenty-three (23) children enrolled in the facility and sixteen (16) were present today. The children were observed during indoor and outdoor free play, and diapering/ handwashing routines. The facility does participate in the child and adult food program. I monitored the menu; the applicable requirements of the food components were being met. The “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” was used as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. Prior to the visit I sent an email requesting the staff and training worksheets to Cathy McGee, Director. The worksheets were received prior to the visit. There is a total of four (4) staff employed. Since the last monitoring visit no new staff were hired. I monitored one (1) staff file. I monitored seven (7) children's records. I monitored the staff files for the completion of the annual in-service hours and the required health and safety training. I monitored the regulatory system to verify current criminal record qualification letters for all staff. All staff have current CPR and First Aid training. Staff scheduled to work with infants has valid ITS-SIDS certification. Fire drills and shelter-in-place or lockdown drills have been completed as required. The last fire drill was conducted on 4/17/24. The last shelter-in-place drill was conducted on 3/26/24. Monthly playground inspections have been completed as required. A superior sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/19/24. The last fire inspection was completed 4/24/24, the facility was found to be Satisfactory and approved for day-time care only. The following items were posted for easy reference: license, NC Summary of Child Care Law, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency medical care plan, emergency telephone numbers, daily classroom schedules, activity plans, Safe Sleep policy, First Aid poster, menu, applicable staff/child ratio charts, evacuation routes, infant feeding schedules, cot lists, tobacco free signage. here were seven (7) violations of child care requirements observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. Mupriocin ointment not in the original labeled container was observed in space #2. .0803(2)(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A. McGee completed 7.5 hours of the required 10 hours of on-going training. .1103(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. The file for A. McGee did not contain a staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. During this visit it was monitored that a child enrolled on 5/1/21 had a medical report on file dated 8/19/21. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission During this visit it was monitored that a child enrolled on 2/21/24 did not have an immunization record on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. Two (2) of seven (7) children's records monitored did not contain a signed discipline policy. .1804(c) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. Two (2) of seven (7) children's records monitored did not contain a signed and dated statement regarding the discipline policy on file. .1804(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should list each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, the email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name, title and signature at the end of the email. I must receive the compliance letter by email or at the address below no later than May 24, 2024. Michell Kocan PO Box 2694 Rockingham NC 28380 michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Your compliance history was 83% prior to this visit. Failure to maintain compliance with all requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. Technical Assistance: *During today’s visit a blank copy of the Professional Development Plan for Child Care Center Employees was given to you, Cathy McGee. *Medical exams or health assessments for children must be on file for each child enrolled. This document is required to be on file before enrollment or within 30 days after admission. *Immunization records are required to be on file for all children before admission or within 30 days of admission. *Parents are to be given a copy of the facility’s discipline policy at enrollment. The policy must be explained to the parents and signed by the parents. The Discipline Policy signed by the parent must include the child’s name and date of enrollment. Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education PO Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 910-610-7525 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
GS110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/10/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 5/10/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 193 Time In: 08:57 AM Time Out: 12:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor for compliance with all applicable childcare requirements. The facility has a 3-star license with four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. The facility had an 83% compliance history prior to this visit. The last annual compliance was conducted on 5/12/23. There are twenty-three (23) children enrolled in the facility and sixteen (16) were present today. The children were observed during indoor and outdoor free play, and diapering/ handwashing routines. The facility does participate in the child and adult food program. I monitored the menu; the applicable requirements of the food components were being met. The “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” was used as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. Prior to the visit I sent an email requesting the staff and training worksheets to Cathy McGee, Director. The worksheets were received prior to the visit. There is a total of four (4) staff employed. Since the last monitoring visit no new staff were hired. I monitored one (1) staff file. I monitored seven (7) children's records. I monitored the staff files for the completion of the annual in-service hours and the required health and safety training. I monitored the regulatory system to verify current criminal record qualification letters for all staff. All staff have current CPR and First Aid training. Staff scheduled to work with infants has valid ITS-SIDS certification. Fire drills and shelter-in-place or lockdown drills have been completed as required. The last fire drill was conducted on 4/17/24. The last shelter-in-place drill was conducted on 3/26/24. Monthly playground inspections have been completed as required. A superior sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/19/24. The last fire inspection was completed 4/24/24, the facility was found to be Satisfactory and approved for day-time care only. The following items were posted for easy reference: license, NC Summary of Child Care Law, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency medical care plan, emergency telephone numbers, daily classroom schedules, activity plans, Safe Sleep policy, First Aid poster, menu, applicable staff/child ratio charts, evacuation routes, infant feeding schedules, cot lists, tobacco free signage. here were seven (7) violations of child care requirements observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. Mupriocin ointment not in the original labeled container was observed in space #2. .0803(2)(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A. McGee completed 7.5 hours of the required 10 hours of on-going training. .1103(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. The file for A. McGee did not contain a staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. During this visit it was monitored that a child enrolled on 5/1/21 had a medical report on file dated 8/19/21. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission During this visit it was monitored that a child enrolled on 2/21/24 did not have an immunization record on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. Two (2) of seven (7) children's records monitored did not contain a signed discipline policy. .1804(c) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. Two (2) of seven (7) children's records monitored did not contain a signed and dated statement regarding the discipline policy on file. .1804(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should list each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, the email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name, title and signature at the end of the email. I must receive the compliance letter by email or at the address below no later than May 24, 2024. Michell Kocan PO Box 2694 Rockingham NC 28380 michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Your compliance history was 83% prior to this visit. Failure to maintain compliance with all requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. Technical Assistance: *During today’s visit a blank copy of the Professional Development Plan for Child Care Center Employees was given to you, Cathy McGee. *Medical exams or health assessments for children must be on file for each child enrolled. This document is required to be on file before enrollment or within 30 days after admission. *Immunization records are required to be on file for all children before admission or within 30 days of admission. *Parents are to be given a copy of the facility’s discipline policy at enrollment. The policy must be explained to the parents and signed by the parents. The Discipline Policy signed by the parent must include the child’s name and date of enrollment. Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education PO Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 910-610-7525 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/10/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 5/10/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 193 Time In: 08:57 AM Time Out: 12:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor for compliance with all applicable childcare requirements. The facility has a 3-star license with four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. The facility had an 83% compliance history prior to this visit. The last annual compliance was conducted on 5/12/23. There are twenty-three (23) children enrolled in the facility and sixteen (16) were present today. The children were observed during indoor and outdoor free play, and diapering/ handwashing routines. The facility does participate in the child and adult food program. I monitored the menu; the applicable requirements of the food components were being met. The “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” was used as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. Prior to the visit I sent an email requesting the staff and training worksheets to Cathy McGee, Director. The worksheets were received prior to the visit. There is a total of four (4) staff employed. Since the last monitoring visit no new staff were hired. I monitored one (1) staff file. I monitored seven (7) children's records. I monitored the staff files for the completion of the annual in-service hours and the required health and safety training. I monitored the regulatory system to verify current criminal record qualification letters for all staff. All staff have current CPR and First Aid training. Staff scheduled to work with infants has valid ITS-SIDS certification. Fire drills and shelter-in-place or lockdown drills have been completed as required. The last fire drill was conducted on 4/17/24. The last shelter-in-place drill was conducted on 3/26/24. Monthly playground inspections have been completed as required. A superior sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/19/24. The last fire inspection was completed 4/24/24, the facility was found to be Satisfactory and approved for day-time care only. The following items were posted for easy reference: license, NC Summary of Child Care Law, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency medical care plan, emergency telephone numbers, daily classroom schedules, activity plans, Safe Sleep policy, First Aid poster, menu, applicable staff/child ratio charts, evacuation routes, infant feeding schedules, cot lists, tobacco free signage. here were seven (7) violations of child care requirements observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. Mupriocin ointment not in the original labeled container was observed in space #2. .0803(2)(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A. McGee completed 7.5 hours of the required 10 hours of on-going training. .1103(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. The file for A. McGee did not contain a staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. During this visit it was monitored that a child enrolled on 5/1/21 had a medical report on file dated 8/19/21. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission During this visit it was monitored that a child enrolled on 2/21/24 did not have an immunization record on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. Two (2) of seven (7) children's records monitored did not contain a signed discipline policy. .1804(c) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. Two (2) of seven (7) children's records monitored did not contain a signed and dated statement regarding the discipline policy on file. .1804(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should list each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, the email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name, title and signature at the end of the email. I must receive the compliance letter by email or at the address below no later than May 24, 2024. Michell Kocan PO Box 2694 Rockingham NC 28380 michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Your compliance history was 83% prior to this visit. Failure to maintain compliance with all requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. Technical Assistance: *During today’s visit a blank copy of the Professional Development Plan for Child Care Center Employees was given to you, Cathy McGee. *Medical exams or health assessments for children must be on file for each child enrolled. This document is required to be on file before enrollment or within 30 days after admission. *Immunization records are required to be on file for all children before admission or within 30 days of admission. *Parents are to be given a copy of the facility’s discipline policy at enrollment. The policy must be explained to the parents and signed by the parents. The Discipline Policy signed by the parent must include the child’s name and date of enrollment. Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education PO Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 910-610-7525 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 .0713 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/29/2023 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 11/29/2023 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with child care requirements. Upon arrival I spoke with Madison Hogan, teacher and Ashley McGee, teacher, I explained the purpose of today's visit. The facility operates with a 3-star license and has a current compliance history of 86%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 5/12/23. Upon arrival it was observed that a child between 12 and 24 months of age was grouped with children three years of age and older in space #3. The child was immediately taken to space #1b. There were fifteen (15) children present during the visit. The children present in space #3 were observed engaging in free play in activity areas. The teachers were engaged with the children providing positive guidance and redirection when needed. All interactions and language observed were positive. In space #1b I observed the children present engaged in diapering/handwashing routines, and engaged in free-play in activity areas. The teachers were attentive to the needs of the children, and provided guidance when needed. All language and interactions were positive. All emergency drills were documented as required. All indoor areas used by children were monitored today. The following items were monitored today: supervision, staff/child ratios, storage of hazardous products, adequate/approved space, program files, posted license and license restrictions. There have been no new staff hired since the last monitoring visit. The staff and training worksheet from the last annual compliance visit was used to monitor for compliance of current CPR/First Aid certification, health and safety trainings, and current qualifying letters. All staff scheduled to work in the infant classroom did have current SIDS certification. The CPR/First Aid certification for one (1) staff member is expired. The following items were posted for easy reference: license, safe arrival and departure procedures, daily schedules, applicable staff/child ratio charts, emergency medical care plan, emergency telephone numbers, SIDS policy, evacuation routes, no tobacco usage signage. The following violations of child care requirements were observed during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 318 Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older. During the visit a child between 12 and 24 months of age was grouped with children 3 years of age or older in space #3. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 533 Breast milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. During the visit a bottle not labeled with a name or date was observed in space #1b. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. The First Aid certification for E. Whitley expired in July 2023. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. The CPR certification for E. Whitley expired in July 2023. .1102(d) The violations documented during the visit must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining in detail how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should include the facility name and facility ID number. List each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, that email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name and title at the end of the email. I must receive the letter by email or at the address below on or before 12/13/23. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during the visit may negatively affect this score. Failure to maintain compliance with our requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. I reviewed this information with Cathy McGee, Owner/Director, at the conclusion of the visit and you were given a chance to ask questions. Technical Assistance: *Ensure that all bottles and sippy cups are labeled with the child's name and current date. Resources: *The North Carolina Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center is a great resource for information and free child care publications/posters. The website is healthychildcare.unc.edu. *Help with Challenging Behaviors – Please connect your staff to these resources which can assist them in their classroom management skills: • Contact Heathy Social Behavioral specialists at https://www.childcarerrnc.org/special-projects/healthy-social-behaviors/ and participate in their initiative. • Helpline: Speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in your classroom. 1-888-600-1685 Option 1 Helpline: Submit your questions to a Behavior Support Advisor online- and receive a call or email in response to a Google Form that you complete at https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline Helpline: Chat on the “Talk to the Expert” online network, Social Emotional Connections, for early childhood educators at https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline. Having your staff become a part of this network will allow them to glean ideas and information that may assist them in providing a higher quality of care in their classroom….and its free! *Rated License: Today we discussed that the facility is in Cohort #1. The preparation year for the facility is July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024. The reassessment year for the facility is July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025. I recommend that you consider completing the following tasks and activities that will help prepare you for your reassessment year. If possible, we will align the reassessment with your annual compliance visit timeframe. • Have all staff update their WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS) • Determine whether you wish to have Environment Rating Scale (ERS) Assessments for [ITERS-R, ECERS-R, SACERS-U, conducted. • Request technical assistance with your child care consultant and local partners • Participate in local CCR&R related training/workshops • Reach out to your local Community College to discuss educational opportunities. • Review NCRLAP website ERS resources (www.NCRLAP.org). • Consider requesting an ERS assessment (free of charge) during the preparation year. Remember the scores can be used in a variety of ways. o ERS assessments can be requested during the preparation year and scores can be used as guidance to enhance program quality. o If desired, assessment scores can be used during the preparation year if the operator wants to move forward with a rated license reassessment. o Assessment scores can be saved to use during the reassessment year. o Facilities can request another ERS assessment (free of charge) in your reassessment year for any ERS assessment scoring less than a 5.0 The DCDEE website has changed and has a lot of useful information and resources to help you succeed in providing a safe and healthy environment for the children in your care. You are encouraged to utilize the website on a regular basis. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov I can be reached at 910-610-7525 or via email at michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: ROMPER ROOM Facility ID: 77000073 Consultant: MICHELL KOCAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/29/2023 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 11/29/2023 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with child care requirements. Upon arrival I spoke with Madison Hogan, teacher and Ashley McGee, teacher, I explained the purpose of today's visit. The facility operates with a 3-star license and has a current compliance history of 86%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 5/12/23. Upon arrival it was observed that a child between 12 and 24 months of age was grouped with children three years of age and older in space #3. The child was immediately taken to space #1b. There were fifteen (15) children present during the visit. The children present in space #3 were observed engaging in free play in activity areas. The teachers were engaged with the children providing positive guidance and redirection when needed. All interactions and language observed were positive. In space #1b I observed the children present engaged in diapering/handwashing routines, and engaged in free-play in activity areas. The teachers were attentive to the needs of the children, and provided guidance when needed. All language and interactions were positive. All emergency drills were documented as required. All indoor areas used by children were monitored today. The following items were monitored today: supervision, staff/child ratios, storage of hazardous products, adequate/approved space, program files, posted license and license restrictions. There have been no new staff hired since the last monitoring visit. The staff and training worksheet from the last annual compliance visit was used to monitor for compliance of current CPR/First Aid certification, health and safety trainings, and current qualifying letters. All staff scheduled to work in the infant classroom did have current SIDS certification. The CPR/First Aid certification for one (1) staff member is expired. The following items were posted for easy reference: license, safe arrival and departure procedures, daily schedules, applicable staff/child ratio charts, emergency medical care plan, emergency telephone numbers, SIDS policy, evacuation routes, no tobacco usage signage. The following violations of child care requirements were observed during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 318 Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older. During the visit a child between 12 and 24 months of age was grouped with children 3 years of age or older in space #3. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 533 Breast milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. During the visit a bottle not labeled with a name or date was observed in space #1b. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. The First Aid certification for E. Whitley expired in July 2023. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. The CPR certification for E. Whitley expired in July 2023. .1102(d) The violations documented during the visit must be corrected immediately. To verify correction of the violations you shall submit a signed letter to me explaining in detail how you have corrected the violations described above. The letter should include the facility name and facility ID number. List each item using the item number located to the left of the violation description. When submitting an email for corrections, that email must be sent from the email address of the person designated to submit corrections (example: director) and must include this person’s name and title at the end of the email. I must receive the letter by email or at the address below on or before 12/13/23. You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during the visit may negatively affect this score. Failure to maintain compliance with our requirements may result in administrative action against your license, which could include civil penalties. Repeated violations may significantly affect your compliance history. I reviewed this information with Cathy McGee, Owner/Director, at the conclusion of the visit and you were given a chance to ask questions. Technical Assistance: *Ensure that all bottles and sippy cups are labeled with the child's name and current date. Resources: *The North Carolina Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center is a great resource for information and free child care publications/posters. The website is healthychildcare.unc.edu. *Help with Challenging Behaviors – Please connect your staff to these resources which can assist them in their classroom management skills: • Contact Heathy Social Behavioral specialists at https://www.childcarerrnc.org/special-projects/healthy-social-behaviors/ and participate in their initiative. • Helpline: Speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in your classroom. 1-888-600-1685 Option 1 Helpline: Submit your questions to a Behavior Support Advisor online- and receive a call or email in response to a Google Form that you complete at https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline Helpline: Chat on the “Talk to the Expert” online network, Social Emotional Connections, for early childhood educators at https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline. Having your staff become a part of this network will allow them to glean ideas and information that may assist them in providing a higher quality of care in their classroom….and its free! *Rated License: Today we discussed that the facility is in Cohort #1. The preparation year for the facility is July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024. The reassessment year for the facility is July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025. I recommend that you consider completing the following tasks and activities that will help prepare you for your reassessment year. If possible, we will align the reassessment with your annual compliance visit timeframe. • Have all staff update their WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS) • Determine whether you wish to have Environment Rating Scale (ERS) Assessments for [ITERS-R, ECERS-R, SACERS-U, conducted. • Request technical assistance with your child care consultant and local partners • Participate in local CCR&R related training/workshops • Reach out to your local Community College to discuss educational opportunities. • Review NCRLAP website ERS resources (www.NCRLAP.org). • Consider requesting an ERS assessment (free of charge) during the preparation year. Remember the scores can be used in a variety of ways. o ERS assessments can be requested during the preparation year and scores can be used as guidance to enhance program quality. o If desired, assessment scores can be used during the preparation year if the operator wants to move forward with a rated license reassessment. o Assessment scores can be saved to use during the reassessment year. o Facilities can request another ERS assessment (free of charge) in your reassessment year for any ERS assessment scoring less than a 5.0 The DCDEE website has changed and has a lot of useful information and resources to help you succeed in providing a safe and healthy environment for the children in your care. You are encouraged to utilize the website on a regular basis. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov I can be reached at 910-610-7525 or via email at michell.kocan@dhhs.nc.gov Thank you for your assistance during the visit. Michell Kocan Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 2694 Rockingham, NC 28380 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
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Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
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Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
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Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.