10A NCAC 09 .0102 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOVE A CHILD FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Facility ID: 96000603 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/11/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 6/11/2025 Age: From 5 To 8 Total Minutes: 80 Time In: 11:10 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during a Routine Unannounced visit. Currently, this family child care home operates with a Three (3) Star License, issued October 20, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point for limiting the number of infants enrolled to no more than two. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on August 14, 2024. Upon arrival, you, B. Dawson, the owner/operator, were observed sitting on the front porch talking with a visitor. When I arrived, you got up and walked inside. I knocked on the door three times before you allowed me to enter the home. The children were observed playing with a variety of items and were located in the room designated for care. Upon arrival, you were present and notified of the purpose of the visit. You accompanied me on a walkthrough of the home at the beginning of the visit. Two (2) children were present. HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS: When asked, you stated that you and your husband are the only household members. If there are changes in your household, please contact me immediately. The computer- generated Visit Summary was reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit, and a copy of the visit summary was left with you. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 89% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. You are listed as the sole proprietor on the child care license. Prior to changing the name and/or ownership (i.e., forming a corporation), please contact me to discuss procedures. Failure to notify a Division of Child Development representative may affect your child care license. The contact information that is on file with DCDEE was verified to be current. I used the Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 720 Adequate supervision was not provided for children in the Family Child Care Home. Upon arrival, Ms. Dawson was observed sitting on the front porch talking with a visitor. The two children present were observed playing in the room designated for care. .1711(a) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS Portal Training has not been completed, which satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 25, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. SUPERVISION: We reviewed that children must never be left alone. You were reminded that if you go outside, the children must go outside with you. Due to a supervision violation documented, a follow-up visit will be conducted. ABCMS: You stated you have been having problems with your internet due to rain and have not completed the training. We discussed the training and how to access it at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. We reviewed that I emailed the instructions on how to have staff connect their existing application to the program. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as substitutes/additional caregivers are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. START RATED LICENSE/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT RATING SYSTEM (QRIS) UPDATE: The Child Care Commission intends to adopt the rules cited as 10A NCAC 09 .3201-.3226 and amend the rules cited as 10A NCAC 09 .0102, .2902, .2905, .3002, .3009, and .3010. • Read the Proposed Amendments and Adoptions. • Read the Fiscal Impact Analysis approved by the Office of State Budget Management. This set of rules is proposed for adoption and amendment by the N.C. Child Care Commission in response to Session Laws 2023-40 and 2024-34 regarding the modernization of the state’s Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS). QRIS is based on a star-rating licensing system that applies to child care centers and family child care homes that meet all minimum child care requirements which include but are not limited to health and safety standards and those who voluntarily choose to meet higher standards. The proposed rules incorporate all the elements of QRIS required by legislation as well as additional changes necessary for administrative clarity. The rules preserve the integrity of the state’s existing QRIS while providing more options for child care facilities to demonstrate and meet quality standards. These options include adjustments to current requirements related to staff/child ratio and enrollment that will result in more availability for families, options for early childhood education professionals to meet education standards at all star levels, and a choice of three licensure pathways to earn a Star Rated License. This will enable operators to demonstrate quality care practices by meeting standards that best fit the needs of the families they serve and the early childhood education professionals they employ. ICYMI: Did You Take The New QRIS Survey? While the QRIS Modernization rules are not yet in effect, the Division must prepare now for the gradual transition to the new requirements. Resources, forms, and training will be provided to support the transition to the new pathways to earn your Two- through Five-Star Rated License. To assist us in that process we would love to hear from you! We’re asking providers, directors and administrators to please complete a brief survey so we’ll know how we can best prepare to serve you during this transition. Survey link: https://northchealth.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3rxLoX0PcJUR5Qy NORTH CAROLINA CHILD CARE HEALTH AND SAFETY RESOURCE CENTER: You'll find many helpful resources in the spring newsletter from the N.C. Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center, including: • Child Care Health Consultants (CCHCs) can provide the Child Abuse and Neglect Awareness and Prevention for Early Educators training to early educators to meet the "every 5 years thereafter" requirement for recognizing and reporting child abuse, child neglect, and child maltreatment health and safety training. New Training Available: Sickle Cell Disease in the child care setting - Participants will learn about Sickle Cell Disease in children as well as how to recognize and respond to an emergency. Go to healthchildcare.unc.edu for more information PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. The NC child care rules were last updated as of November 1, 2024. • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov • NC Child Care Health & Safety Resource Center www.healthychildcare.unc.edu. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .3201 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOVE A CHILD FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Facility ID: 96000603 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/11/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 6/11/2025 Age: From 5 To 8 Total Minutes: 80 Time In: 11:10 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during a Routine Unannounced visit. Currently, this family child care home operates with a Three (3) Star License, issued October 20, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point for limiting the number of infants enrolled to no more than two. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on August 14, 2024. Upon arrival, you, B. Dawson, the owner/operator, were observed sitting on the front porch talking with a visitor. When I arrived, you got up and walked inside. I knocked on the door three times before you allowed me to enter the home. The children were observed playing with a variety of items and were located in the room designated for care. Upon arrival, you were present and notified of the purpose of the visit. You accompanied me on a walkthrough of the home at the beginning of the visit. Two (2) children were present. HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS: When asked, you stated that you and your husband are the only household members. If there are changes in your household, please contact me immediately. The computer- generated Visit Summary was reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit, and a copy of the visit summary was left with you. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 89% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. You are listed as the sole proprietor on the child care license. Prior to changing the name and/or ownership (i.e., forming a corporation), please contact me to discuss procedures. Failure to notify a Division of Child Development representative may affect your child care license. The contact information that is on file with DCDEE was verified to be current. I used the Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 720 Adequate supervision was not provided for children in the Family Child Care Home. Upon arrival, Ms. Dawson was observed sitting on the front porch talking with a visitor. The two children present were observed playing in the room designated for care. .1711(a) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS Portal Training has not been completed, which satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 25, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. SUPERVISION: We reviewed that children must never be left alone. You were reminded that if you go outside, the children must go outside with you. Due to a supervision violation documented, a follow-up visit will be conducted. ABCMS: You stated you have been having problems with your internet due to rain and have not completed the training. We discussed the training and how to access it at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. We reviewed that I emailed the instructions on how to have staff connect their existing application to the program. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as substitutes/additional caregivers are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. START RATED LICENSE/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT RATING SYSTEM (QRIS) UPDATE: The Child Care Commission intends to adopt the rules cited as 10A NCAC 09 .3201-.3226 and amend the rules cited as 10A NCAC 09 .0102, .2902, .2905, .3002, .3009, and .3010. • Read the Proposed Amendments and Adoptions. • Read the Fiscal Impact Analysis approved by the Office of State Budget Management. This set of rules is proposed for adoption and amendment by the N.C. Child Care Commission in response to Session Laws 2023-40 and 2024-34 regarding the modernization of the state’s Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS). QRIS is based on a star-rating licensing system that applies to child care centers and family child care homes that meet all minimum child care requirements which include but are not limited to health and safety standards and those who voluntarily choose to meet higher standards. The proposed rules incorporate all the elements of QRIS required by legislation as well as additional changes necessary for administrative clarity. The rules preserve the integrity of the state’s existing QRIS while providing more options for child care facilities to demonstrate and meet quality standards. These options include adjustments to current requirements related to staff/child ratio and enrollment that will result in more availability for families, options for early childhood education professionals to meet education standards at all star levels, and a choice of three licensure pathways to earn a Star Rated License. This will enable operators to demonstrate quality care practices by meeting standards that best fit the needs of the families they serve and the early childhood education professionals they employ. ICYMI: Did You Take The New QRIS Survey? While the QRIS Modernization rules are not yet in effect, the Division must prepare now for the gradual transition to the new requirements. Resources, forms, and training will be provided to support the transition to the new pathways to earn your Two- through Five-Star Rated License. To assist us in that process we would love to hear from you! We’re asking providers, directors and administrators to please complete a brief survey so we’ll know how we can best prepare to serve you during this transition. Survey link: https://northchealth.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3rxLoX0PcJUR5Qy NORTH CAROLINA CHILD CARE HEALTH AND SAFETY RESOURCE CENTER: You'll find many helpful resources in the spring newsletter from the N.C. Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center, including: • Child Care Health Consultants (CCHCs) can provide the Child Abuse and Neglect Awareness and Prevention for Early Educators training to early educators to meet the "every 5 years thereafter" requirement for recognizing and reporting child abuse, child neglect, and child maltreatment health and safety training. New Training Available: Sickle Cell Disease in the child care setting - Participants will learn about Sickle Cell Disease in children as well as how to recognize and respond to an emergency. Go to healthchildcare.unc.edu for more information PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. The NC child care rules were last updated as of November 1, 2024. • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov • NC Child Care Health & Safety Resource Center www.healthychildcare.unc.edu. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOVE A CHILD FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Facility ID: 96000603 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/11/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 6/11/2025 Age: From 5 To 8 Total Minutes: 80 Time In: 11:10 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during a Routine Unannounced visit. Currently, this family child care home operates with a Three (3) Star License, issued October 20, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point for limiting the number of infants enrolled to no more than two. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on August 14, 2024. Upon arrival, you, B. Dawson, the owner/operator, were observed sitting on the front porch talking with a visitor. When I arrived, you got up and walked inside. I knocked on the door three times before you allowed me to enter the home. The children were observed playing with a variety of items and were located in the room designated for care. Upon arrival, you were present and notified of the purpose of the visit. You accompanied me on a walkthrough of the home at the beginning of the visit. Two (2) children were present. HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS: When asked, you stated that you and your husband are the only household members. If there are changes in your household, please contact me immediately. The computer- generated Visit Summary was reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit, and a copy of the visit summary was left with you. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 89% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. You are listed as the sole proprietor on the child care license. Prior to changing the name and/or ownership (i.e., forming a corporation), please contact me to discuss procedures. Failure to notify a Division of Child Development representative may affect your child care license. The contact information that is on file with DCDEE was verified to be current. I used the Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 720 Adequate supervision was not provided for children in the Family Child Care Home. Upon arrival, Ms. Dawson was observed sitting on the front porch talking with a visitor. The two children present were observed playing in the room designated for care. .1711(a) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS Portal Training has not been completed, which satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 25, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. SUPERVISION: We reviewed that children must never be left alone. You were reminded that if you go outside, the children must go outside with you. Due to a supervision violation documented, a follow-up visit will be conducted. ABCMS: You stated you have been having problems with your internet due to rain and have not completed the training. We discussed the training and how to access it at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. We reviewed that I emailed the instructions on how to have staff connect their existing application to the program. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as substitutes/additional caregivers are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. START RATED LICENSE/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT RATING SYSTEM (QRIS) UPDATE: The Child Care Commission intends to adopt the rules cited as 10A NCAC 09 .3201-.3226 and amend the rules cited as 10A NCAC 09 .0102, .2902, .2905, .3002, .3009, and .3010. • Read the Proposed Amendments and Adoptions. • Read the Fiscal Impact Analysis approved by the Office of State Budget Management. This set of rules is proposed for adoption and amendment by the N.C. Child Care Commission in response to Session Laws 2023-40 and 2024-34 regarding the modernization of the state’s Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS). QRIS is based on a star-rating licensing system that applies to child care centers and family child care homes that meet all minimum child care requirements which include but are not limited to health and safety standards and those who voluntarily choose to meet higher standards. The proposed rules incorporate all the elements of QRIS required by legislation as well as additional changes necessary for administrative clarity. The rules preserve the integrity of the state’s existing QRIS while providing more options for child care facilities to demonstrate and meet quality standards. These options include adjustments to current requirements related to staff/child ratio and enrollment that will result in more availability for families, options for early childhood education professionals to meet education standards at all star levels, and a choice of three licensure pathways to earn a Star Rated License. This will enable operators to demonstrate quality care practices by meeting standards that best fit the needs of the families they serve and the early childhood education professionals they employ. ICYMI: Did You Take The New QRIS Survey? While the QRIS Modernization rules are not yet in effect, the Division must prepare now for the gradual transition to the new requirements. Resources, forms, and training will be provided to support the transition to the new pathways to earn your Two- through Five-Star Rated License. To assist us in that process we would love to hear from you! We’re asking providers, directors and administrators to please complete a brief survey so we’ll know how we can best prepare to serve you during this transition. Survey link: https://northchealth.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3rxLoX0PcJUR5Qy NORTH CAROLINA CHILD CARE HEALTH AND SAFETY RESOURCE CENTER: You'll find many helpful resources in the spring newsletter from the N.C. Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center, including: • Child Care Health Consultants (CCHCs) can provide the Child Abuse and Neglect Awareness and Prevention for Early Educators training to early educators to meet the "every 5 years thereafter" requirement for recognizing and reporting child abuse, child neglect, and child maltreatment health and safety training. New Training Available: Sickle Cell Disease in the child care setting - Participants will learn about Sickle Cell Disease in children as well as how to recognize and respond to an emergency. Go to healthchildcare.unc.edu for more information PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. The NC child care rules were last updated as of November 1, 2024. • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov • NC Child Care Health & Safety Resource Center www.healthychildcare.unc.edu. 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 .1001 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOVE A CHILD FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Facility ID: 96000603 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 8/14/2024 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 8/14/2024 Age: From 4 To 6 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an Annual Compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The Operator’s Statement of Responsibility, and Verification of Required Information forms were received during the visit. Currently, this family child care home operates with a Three (3) Star License, issued October 20, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point for limiting the number of infants enrolled to no more than two. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on August 17, 2023. The fire drills, lockdown/shelter-in-place drills, and outdoor inspections were completed as required. The owner/operator, B. Dawson was present during today's visit. The program has maintained an 18-month compliance score of 93%. A copy of the compliance history was left with you. You were observed providing care to two (2) children ages four to six years of age. The children were observed participating in free play in activity centers, reading books, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. The interactions observed were nurturing and supportive. You are listed as the sole proprietor on the child care license. Prior to changing the name and/or ownership (i.e. forming a corporation), please contact me to discuss procedures. Failure to notify a Division of Child Development representative may affect your child care license. The contact information that is on file with DCDEE was verified to be current. A copy of this computer- generated Visit Summary was reviewed and left with you at the conclusion of the visit. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Family Child Care Homes and the Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. Arrival and departure times were not consistently documented. Two children that were present today did not have arrival times documented. Two children did not have departure times documented on 8/13/2024. .1721(e)(6) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. The children being transported did not have written permission to be transported by the operator. .1723(5) 1103 For each child being transported, the operator or other transportation provider did not have identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .1721(a )(3) in the vehicle whenever children were transported. Photographs of children that are being transported were not available. .1723(13) 1409 Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care. In the outdoor environment; nails were protruding from a plastic border and sharp briers were accessible to children. Toys had standing water. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 (a) 1962 Activity plans did not include activities intended to stimulate the developmental domains, in accordance with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Activity plans were not available for review. 10A NCAC 09 .1718(a)(8)(A)(i-iv) 1996 Vehicle used for transportation did not have a first aid kit. Both vehicles used for transportation did not have a first aid kit inside the vehicle. .1723(11) 1997 Vehicle used for transportation did not have a fire extinguisher. Both vehicles used for transportation did not have a fire extinguisher inside the vehicles. .1723(11) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by August 28, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. TRANSPORTATION SAFETY: Transporting children is a high-risk activity. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 970 children have died of heatstroke over the last 25 years because they were left or became trapped in a hot car. As explained by the NHTSA, heatstroke begins when the body’s core temperature rises to approximately 104 degrees; a core body temperature of about 107 degrees is deadly. A child’s body temperature rises three to five times faster than an adult’s body temperature, and when a child is left in a hot car, their temperature can rise to deadly levels in minutes. Did you know that in just 10 minutes a car can heat up by 20 degrees and become deadly? Such heatstroke incidents are 100% preventable when child care transportation rules are followed! In North Carolina, child care transportation requirements are established in both the North Carolina General Statutes (N.C.G.S.) and the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s (DCDEE) Child Care Rules. N.C.G.S. § 110-91(13) and Child Care Rules .1003(g) and .1723(12) explicitly states: “Children shall not be left in a vehicle unattended by an adult.” To review all transportation rules for child care centers and family child care homes, refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1001 - .1004 and Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1723. In addition to what is found in the child care rules, here are some additional transportation/safety recommendations: • Do a physical check of the entire vehicle after all of the children have exited to be absolutely certain that no child has fallen asleep or has been left behind. • Take attendance at regular intervals, including at each transition point, checking children by both name and face. • Have additional staff members while transporting children to assist with supervision and safe arrival/departure. • Have a transportation policy and procedures to ensure your expectations and requirements are being met • If a child does not arrive by their scheduled time, contact the parents as a courtesy to check on the child. • Notify parents they are not allowed to leave children in vehicles alone while on your premises There are multiple excellent child transportation safety resources available. For example: Visit Buckle Up NC to find the vehicle restraint appropriate for each child's age or weight. Kids and Cars is committed to “preventing injuries and death to children in or around motor vehicles.” All child care facilities must practice safe transportation and are encouraged to partner with parents to do the same. We encourage you to share these resources with all with parents PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .1718 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOVE A CHILD FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Facility ID: 96000603 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 8/14/2024 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 8/14/2024 Age: From 4 To 6 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an Annual Compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The Operator’s Statement of Responsibility, and Verification of Required Information forms were received during the visit. Currently, this family child care home operates with a Three (3) Star License, issued October 20, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point for limiting the number of infants enrolled to no more than two. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on August 17, 2023. The fire drills, lockdown/shelter-in-place drills, and outdoor inspections were completed as required. The owner/operator, B. Dawson was present during today's visit. The program has maintained an 18-month compliance score of 93%. A copy of the compliance history was left with you. You were observed providing care to two (2) children ages four to six years of age. The children were observed participating in free play in activity centers, reading books, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. The interactions observed were nurturing and supportive. You are listed as the sole proprietor on the child care license. Prior to changing the name and/or ownership (i.e. forming a corporation), please contact me to discuss procedures. Failure to notify a Division of Child Development representative may affect your child care license. The contact information that is on file with DCDEE was verified to be current. A copy of this computer- generated Visit Summary was reviewed and left with you at the conclusion of the visit. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Family Child Care Homes and the Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. Arrival and departure times were not consistently documented. Two children that were present today did not have arrival times documented. Two children did not have departure times documented on 8/13/2024. .1721(e)(6) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. The children being transported did not have written permission to be transported by the operator. .1723(5) 1103 For each child being transported, the operator or other transportation provider did not have identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .1721(a )(3) in the vehicle whenever children were transported. Photographs of children that are being transported were not available. .1723(13) 1409 Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care. In the outdoor environment; nails were protruding from a plastic border and sharp briers were accessible to children. Toys had standing water. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 (a) 1962 Activity plans did not include activities intended to stimulate the developmental domains, in accordance with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Activity plans were not available for review. 10A NCAC 09 .1718(a)(8)(A)(i-iv) 1996 Vehicle used for transportation did not have a first aid kit. Both vehicles used for transportation did not have a first aid kit inside the vehicle. .1723(11) 1997 Vehicle used for transportation did not have a fire extinguisher. Both vehicles used for transportation did not have a fire extinguisher inside the vehicles. .1723(11) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by August 28, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. TRANSPORTATION SAFETY: Transporting children is a high-risk activity. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 970 children have died of heatstroke over the last 25 years because they were left or became trapped in a hot car. As explained by the NHTSA, heatstroke begins when the body’s core temperature rises to approximately 104 degrees; a core body temperature of about 107 degrees is deadly. A child’s body temperature rises three to five times faster than an adult’s body temperature, and when a child is left in a hot car, their temperature can rise to deadly levels in minutes. Did you know that in just 10 minutes a car can heat up by 20 degrees and become deadly? Such heatstroke incidents are 100% preventable when child care transportation rules are followed! In North Carolina, child care transportation requirements are established in both the North Carolina General Statutes (N.C.G.S.) and the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s (DCDEE) Child Care Rules. N.C.G.S. § 110-91(13) and Child Care Rules .1003(g) and .1723(12) explicitly states: “Children shall not be left in a vehicle unattended by an adult.” To review all transportation rules for child care centers and family child care homes, refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1001 - .1004 and Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1723. In addition to what is found in the child care rules, here are some additional transportation/safety recommendations: • Do a physical check of the entire vehicle after all of the children have exited to be absolutely certain that no child has fallen asleep or has been left behind. • Take attendance at regular intervals, including at each transition point, checking children by both name and face. • Have additional staff members while transporting children to assist with supervision and safe arrival/departure. • Have a transportation policy and procedures to ensure your expectations and requirements are being met • If a child does not arrive by their scheduled time, contact the parents as a courtesy to check on the child. • Notify parents they are not allowed to leave children in vehicles alone while on your premises There are multiple excellent child transportation safety resources available. For example: Visit Buckle Up NC to find the vehicle restraint appropriate for each child's age or weight. Kids and Cars is committed to “preventing injuries and death to children in or around motor vehicles.” All child care facilities must practice safe transportation and are encouraged to partner with parents to do the same. We encourage you to share these resources with all with parents PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1719 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOVE A CHILD FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Facility ID: 96000603 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 8/14/2024 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 8/14/2024 Age: From 4 To 6 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an Annual Compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The Operator’s Statement of Responsibility, and Verification of Required Information forms were received during the visit. Currently, this family child care home operates with a Three (3) Star License, issued October 20, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point for limiting the number of infants enrolled to no more than two. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on August 17, 2023. The fire drills, lockdown/shelter-in-place drills, and outdoor inspections were completed as required. The owner/operator, B. Dawson was present during today's visit. The program has maintained an 18-month compliance score of 93%. A copy of the compliance history was left with you. You were observed providing care to two (2) children ages four to six years of age. The children were observed participating in free play in activity centers, reading books, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. The interactions observed were nurturing and supportive. You are listed as the sole proprietor on the child care license. Prior to changing the name and/or ownership (i.e. forming a corporation), please contact me to discuss procedures. Failure to notify a Division of Child Development representative may affect your child care license. The contact information that is on file with DCDEE was verified to be current. A copy of this computer- generated Visit Summary was reviewed and left with you at the conclusion of the visit. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Family Child Care Homes and the Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. Arrival and departure times were not consistently documented. Two children that were present today did not have arrival times documented. Two children did not have departure times documented on 8/13/2024. .1721(e)(6) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. The children being transported did not have written permission to be transported by the operator. .1723(5) 1103 For each child being transported, the operator or other transportation provider did not have identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .1721(a )(3) in the vehicle whenever children were transported. Photographs of children that are being transported were not available. .1723(13) 1409 Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care. In the outdoor environment; nails were protruding from a plastic border and sharp briers were accessible to children. Toys had standing water. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 (a) 1962 Activity plans did not include activities intended to stimulate the developmental domains, in accordance with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Activity plans were not available for review. 10A NCAC 09 .1718(a)(8)(A)(i-iv) 1996 Vehicle used for transportation did not have a first aid kit. Both vehicles used for transportation did not have a first aid kit inside the vehicle. .1723(11) 1997 Vehicle used for transportation did not have a fire extinguisher. Both vehicles used for transportation did not have a fire extinguisher inside the vehicles. .1723(11) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by August 28, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. TRANSPORTATION SAFETY: Transporting children is a high-risk activity. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 970 children have died of heatstroke over the last 25 years because they were left or became trapped in a hot car. As explained by the NHTSA, heatstroke begins when the body’s core temperature rises to approximately 104 degrees; a core body temperature of about 107 degrees is deadly. A child’s body temperature rises three to five times faster than an adult’s body temperature, and when a child is left in a hot car, their temperature can rise to deadly levels in minutes. Did you know that in just 10 minutes a car can heat up by 20 degrees and become deadly? Such heatstroke incidents are 100% preventable when child care transportation rules are followed! In North Carolina, child care transportation requirements are established in both the North Carolina General Statutes (N.C.G.S.) and the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s (DCDEE) Child Care Rules. N.C.G.S. § 110-91(13) and Child Care Rules .1003(g) and .1723(12) explicitly states: “Children shall not be left in a vehicle unattended by an adult.” To review all transportation rules for child care centers and family child care homes, refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1001 - .1004 and Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1723. In addition to what is found in the child care rules, here are some additional transportation/safety recommendations: • Do a physical check of the entire vehicle after all of the children have exited to be absolutely certain that no child has fallen asleep or has been left behind. • Take attendance at regular intervals, including at each transition point, checking children by both name and face. • Have additional staff members while transporting children to assist with supervision and safe arrival/departure. • Have a transportation policy and procedures to ensure your expectations and requirements are being met • If a child does not arrive by their scheduled time, contact the parents as a courtesy to check on the child. • Notify parents they are not allowed to leave children in vehicles alone while on your premises There are multiple excellent child transportation safety resources available. For example: Visit Buckle Up NC to find the vehicle restraint appropriate for each child's age or weight. Kids and Cars is committed to “preventing injuries and death to children in or around motor vehicles.” All child care facilities must practice safe transportation and are encouraged to partner with parents to do the same. We encourage you to share these resources with all with parents PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1723 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOVE A CHILD FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Facility ID: 96000603 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 8/14/2024 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 8/14/2024 Age: From 4 To 6 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an Annual Compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The Operator’s Statement of Responsibility, and Verification of Required Information forms were received during the visit. Currently, this family child care home operates with a Three (3) Star License, issued October 20, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point for limiting the number of infants enrolled to no more than two. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on August 17, 2023. The fire drills, lockdown/shelter-in-place drills, and outdoor inspections were completed as required. The owner/operator, B. Dawson was present during today's visit. The program has maintained an 18-month compliance score of 93%. A copy of the compliance history was left with you. You were observed providing care to two (2) children ages four to six years of age. The children were observed participating in free play in activity centers, reading books, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. The interactions observed were nurturing and supportive. You are listed as the sole proprietor on the child care license. Prior to changing the name and/or ownership (i.e. forming a corporation), please contact me to discuss procedures. Failure to notify a Division of Child Development representative may affect your child care license. The contact information that is on file with DCDEE was verified to be current. A copy of this computer- generated Visit Summary was reviewed and left with you at the conclusion of the visit. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Family Child Care Homes and the Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. Arrival and departure times were not consistently documented. Two children that were present today did not have arrival times documented. Two children did not have departure times documented on 8/13/2024. .1721(e)(6) 1101 Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child. The children being transported did not have written permission to be transported by the operator. .1723(5) 1103 For each child being transported, the operator or other transportation provider did not have identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .1721(a )(3) in the vehicle whenever children were transported. Photographs of children that are being transported were not available. .1723(13) 1409 Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care. In the outdoor environment; nails were protruding from a plastic border and sharp briers were accessible to children. Toys had standing water. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 (a) 1962 Activity plans did not include activities intended to stimulate the developmental domains, in accordance with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Activity plans were not available for review. 10A NCAC 09 .1718(a)(8)(A)(i-iv) 1996 Vehicle used for transportation did not have a first aid kit. Both vehicles used for transportation did not have a first aid kit inside the vehicle. .1723(11) 1997 Vehicle used for transportation did not have a fire extinguisher. Both vehicles used for transportation did not have a fire extinguisher inside the vehicles. .1723(11) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by August 28, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. TRANSPORTATION SAFETY: Transporting children is a high-risk activity. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 970 children have died of heatstroke over the last 25 years because they were left or became trapped in a hot car. As explained by the NHTSA, heatstroke begins when the body’s core temperature rises to approximately 104 degrees; a core body temperature of about 107 degrees is deadly. A child’s body temperature rises three to five times faster than an adult’s body temperature, and when a child is left in a hot car, their temperature can rise to deadly levels in minutes. Did you know that in just 10 minutes a car can heat up by 20 degrees and become deadly? Such heatstroke incidents are 100% preventable when child care transportation rules are followed! In North Carolina, child care transportation requirements are established in both the North Carolina General Statutes (N.C.G.S.) and the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s (DCDEE) Child Care Rules. N.C.G.S. § 110-91(13) and Child Care Rules .1003(g) and .1723(12) explicitly states: “Children shall not be left in a vehicle unattended by an adult.” To review all transportation rules for child care centers and family child care homes, refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1001 - .1004 and Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1723. In addition to what is found in the child care rules, here are some additional transportation/safety recommendations: • Do a physical check of the entire vehicle after all of the children have exited to be absolutely certain that no child has fallen asleep or has been left behind. • Take attendance at regular intervals, including at each transition point, checking children by both name and face. • Have additional staff members while transporting children to assist with supervision and safe arrival/departure. • Have a transportation policy and procedures to ensure your expectations and requirements are being met • If a child does not arrive by their scheduled time, contact the parents as a courtesy to check on the child. • Notify parents they are not allowed to leave children in vehicles alone while on your premises There are multiple excellent child transportation safety resources available. For example: Visit Buckle Up NC to find the vehicle restraint appropriate for each child's age or weight. Kids and Cars is committed to “preventing injuries and death to children in or around motor vehicles.” All child care facilities must practice safe transportation and are encouraged to partner with parents to do the same. We encourage you to share these resources with all with parents PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1719 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOVE A CHILD FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Facility ID: 96000603 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/1/2024 Number Present: 1 Completed Date: 5/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 1 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 11:20 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable childcare requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. Currently, this family child care home operates with a Three (3) Star License, issued October 20, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point for limiting the number of infants enrolled to no more than two. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on August 17, 2023. Betty Dawson, the Operator of this family childcare home was present and assisted with the visit. Lillian Hinnant, additional caregiver, was also present. One infant was present during the visit. Upon arrival, Ms. Dawson was on the phone. In the room designated for child care, I observed the infant sitting in a highchair watching television. Ms. Hinnant, the additional caregiver, was talking on a personal cell phone. Ms. Hinnant ended her call and removed the infant from the highchair and cut off the television when I entered the room. When I asked for the sleep checks for the infant enrolled, Ms. Hinnant was not able to locate the sleep checks; however, later in the visit, Ms. Hinnant provided me sleep checks for some days in the month of April and February. The dates were missing from the documentation. All fire drills, lockdown / shelter-in-place drills, and outdoor inspections were completed as required. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 96% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. You are listed as the sole proprietor on the child care license. Prior to changing the name and/or ownership (i.e. forming a corporation), please contact me to discuss procedures. Failure to notify a Division of Child Development representative may affect your child care license. The contact information that is on file with DCDEE was verified to be current. I used the Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing (DCD 0375) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Due to technical issues, a one-page visit summary was provided to you. I reviewed the summary, including all violations, at the conclusion of the visit. I reminded you that additional violations may be warranted. The computer-generated visit summary will be emailed to you. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 543 Screen time was not prohibited for children under the age of three. The operator did not offer alternative activities for children under the age of three years. Upon entering the room designated for child care, an infant was observed sitting in a highchair watching television. .1718(c) 918 Prior to employment, a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Prior to employment, substitute driver, Rita Weeks did not complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2; .2703(a) 919 Accurate records were not maintained for all staff and children. A file for substitute driver, Rita Weeks was not available for review. G.S. 110-91(9) 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. Documentation showing daily attendance, arrival, and departure times were not available for review. .1721(e)(6) 929 Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan. The activity plan posted was a repeat activity plan from the previous visit. The plan did not provide developmentally appropriate activities for the infants and toddlers that are enrolled. G.S.110-91(12) & .1718(a)(6) 1409 Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care. There were nails sticking up from the wooden border that enclosed rubber mulch, causing a puncturing hazard. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 (a) 1820 The temperature in a room where infants aged 12 months or younger where sleeping exceeded 75 degrees. The temperature on the thermostat in the house was registered at 78 degrees. There was no thermometer in the room designated for the care of children. .1724(a)(6) 1821 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of 30 days. Documentation for the visual sleep checks on the infant enrolled were not available for review. The documentation that was provided did not have accurate dates or were missing dates. .1724(a)(8)&(f) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review for substitute driver, Rita Weeks. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 2032 The signed statement regarding receipt of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy did not contain the required information. A signed statement regarding the receipt of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy was not available. The policy was in the child's file; however, the parent did not sign the policy acknowledging the policy was received. .1726(b)(1-6) COMPLIANCE EXPECTATIONS, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE and CONSULTATION: Violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by May 3, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by your regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK/QUALIFYING LETTER: Ms. Dawson stated that Rita Weeks is the substitute van driver for her program. She stated that she does not always provide transportation; however, Ms. Dawson stated that Ms. Weeks drove for her last week. Ms. Weeks has not completed the required criminal background check and therefore, she does not have a qualifying letter on file for review. As a reminder, all substitutes, additional caregivers, and anyone 16 years of age and older must have a qualifying letter available for review. I reviewed with you that Ms. Weeks is not able to be a substitute for you until she receives a criminal background check and a qualification letter. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: While monitoring the outdoor environment, I observed nails protruding from the wooden border that encloses the rubber mulch and a swing set. The nails could cause a puncture hazard. Ensure all nails are beaten down flush with the wood. SAFE SLEEP CHECKS/ROOM TEMPERATURE: The sleep checks were not completed for the enrolled infant. When I arrived, Ms. Hinnant provided me one sleep chart for the month of February; however, there were no dates on the documentation. After I had been there for approximately an hour, Ms. Hinnant brought me an additional sleep chart that was not dated. This is a repeat violation from your Annual Compliance visit completed on August 17, 2023. Ensure sleep checks are completed on all enrolled infants. Repeat violations could result in an Administrative Action. Ensure the temperature of the room designated for child care for infant age children does not exceed 75 degrees. The temperature today was 78 degrees. I recommend that you place a wall thermometer in this room to ensure the requirement is being met. ACTIVITY PLANS: Ensure activity plans are available for all enrolled children. Activity plans must have developmentally appropriate activities for all ages enrolled. SCREEN TIME: Ensure children under the age of three (3) do not receive screen time. ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE TIMES: Arrival and departure times must be documented as the children arrive and depart from your home. Documentation was not available today to review for all enrolled children. SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME POLICY: A parent’s signature is required to verify the required policy has been received. SUBSTITUTE FILE: A substitute driver, Rita Weeks did not have a file at the home. As a reminder, all substitutes and additional caregivers must have a file with all the required documents. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: STAR-RATED LICENSE/THREE MONTH SELF-STUDY-SELF ASSESSMENT: We reviewed that you are in Co-hort 2. This means that your prep year for reassessment begins July 1, 2024, and ends June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year will begin July 1, 2025, and will end June 30, 2026. We discussed that you will be required to complete the 3-month self-assessment / self-study during this timeframe. I recommend you contact the Partnership for children of Wayne County to provide technical assistance with this self-study. LEAD IN WATER/PAINT/ASBESTOS TESTING: We reviewed that you completed your lead in water test on February 21, 2023; therefore, there is no further action needed for this. We reviewed that you have completed the survey and are waiting for the review of your survey for the lead in paint/asbestos. RESOURCES: PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOVE A CHILD FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Facility ID: 96000603 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/1/2024 Number Present: 1 Completed Date: 5/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 1 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 11:20 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable childcare requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. Currently, this family child care home operates with a Three (3) Star License, issued October 20, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point for limiting the number of infants enrolled to no more than two. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on August 17, 2023. Betty Dawson, the Operator of this family childcare home was present and assisted with the visit. Lillian Hinnant, additional caregiver, was also present. One infant was present during the visit. Upon arrival, Ms. Dawson was on the phone. In the room designated for child care, I observed the infant sitting in a highchair watching television. Ms. Hinnant, the additional caregiver, was talking on a personal cell phone. Ms. Hinnant ended her call and removed the infant from the highchair and cut off the television when I entered the room. When I asked for the sleep checks for the infant enrolled, Ms. Hinnant was not able to locate the sleep checks; however, later in the visit, Ms. Hinnant provided me sleep checks for some days in the month of April and February. The dates were missing from the documentation. All fire drills, lockdown / shelter-in-place drills, and outdoor inspections were completed as required. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 96% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. You are listed as the sole proprietor on the child care license. Prior to changing the name and/or ownership (i.e. forming a corporation), please contact me to discuss procedures. Failure to notify a Division of Child Development representative may affect your child care license. The contact information that is on file with DCDEE was verified to be current. I used the Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing (DCD 0375) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Due to technical issues, a one-page visit summary was provided to you. I reviewed the summary, including all violations, at the conclusion of the visit. I reminded you that additional violations may be warranted. The computer-generated visit summary will be emailed to you. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 543 Screen time was not prohibited for children under the age of three. The operator did not offer alternative activities for children under the age of three years. Upon entering the room designated for child care, an infant was observed sitting in a highchair watching television. .1718(c) 918 Prior to employment, a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Prior to employment, substitute driver, Rita Weeks did not complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2; .2703(a) 919 Accurate records were not maintained for all staff and children. A file for substitute driver, Rita Weeks was not available for review. G.S. 110-91(9) 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. Documentation showing daily attendance, arrival, and departure times were not available for review. .1721(e)(6) 929 Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan. The activity plan posted was a repeat activity plan from the previous visit. The plan did not provide developmentally appropriate activities for the infants and toddlers that are enrolled. G.S.110-91(12) & .1718(a)(6) 1409 Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care. There were nails sticking up from the wooden border that enclosed rubber mulch, causing a puncturing hazard. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 (a) 1820 The temperature in a room where infants aged 12 months or younger where sleeping exceeded 75 degrees. The temperature on the thermostat in the house was registered at 78 degrees. There was no thermometer in the room designated for the care of children. .1724(a)(6) 1821 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of 30 days. Documentation for the visual sleep checks on the infant enrolled were not available for review. The documentation that was provided did not have accurate dates or were missing dates. .1724(a)(8)&(f) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review for substitute driver, Rita Weeks. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 2032 The signed statement regarding receipt of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy did not contain the required information. A signed statement regarding the receipt of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy was not available. The policy was in the child's file; however, the parent did not sign the policy acknowledging the policy was received. .1726(b)(1-6) COMPLIANCE EXPECTATIONS, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE and CONSULTATION: Violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by May 3, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by your regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK/QUALIFYING LETTER: Ms. Dawson stated that Rita Weeks is the substitute van driver for her program. She stated that she does not always provide transportation; however, Ms. Dawson stated that Ms. Weeks drove for her last week. Ms. Weeks has not completed the required criminal background check and therefore, she does not have a qualifying letter on file for review. As a reminder, all substitutes, additional caregivers, and anyone 16 years of age and older must have a qualifying letter available for review. I reviewed with you that Ms. Weeks is not able to be a substitute for you until she receives a criminal background check and a qualification letter. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: While monitoring the outdoor environment, I observed nails protruding from the wooden border that encloses the rubber mulch and a swing set. The nails could cause a puncture hazard. Ensure all nails are beaten down flush with the wood. SAFE SLEEP CHECKS/ROOM TEMPERATURE: The sleep checks were not completed for the enrolled infant. When I arrived, Ms. Hinnant provided me one sleep chart for the month of February; however, there were no dates on the documentation. After I had been there for approximately an hour, Ms. Hinnant brought me an additional sleep chart that was not dated. This is a repeat violation from your Annual Compliance visit completed on August 17, 2023. Ensure sleep checks are completed on all enrolled infants. Repeat violations could result in an Administrative Action. Ensure the temperature of the room designated for child care for infant age children does not exceed 75 degrees. The temperature today was 78 degrees. I recommend that you place a wall thermometer in this room to ensure the requirement is being met. ACTIVITY PLANS: Ensure activity plans are available for all enrolled children. Activity plans must have developmentally appropriate activities for all ages enrolled. SCREEN TIME: Ensure children under the age of three (3) do not receive screen time. ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE TIMES: Arrival and departure times must be documented as the children arrive and depart from your home. Documentation was not available today to review for all enrolled children. SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME POLICY: A parent’s signature is required to verify the required policy has been received. SUBSTITUTE FILE: A substitute driver, Rita Weeks did not have a file at the home. As a reminder, all substitutes and additional caregivers must have a file with all the required documents. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: STAR-RATED LICENSE/THREE MONTH SELF-STUDY-SELF ASSESSMENT: We reviewed that you are in Co-hort 2. This means that your prep year for reassessment begins July 1, 2024, and ends June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year will begin July 1, 2025, and will end June 30, 2026. We discussed that you will be required to complete the 3-month self-assessment / self-study during this timeframe. I recommend you contact the Partnership for children of Wayne County to provide technical assistance with this self-study. LEAD IN WATER/PAINT/ASBESTOS TESTING: We reviewed that you completed your lead in water test on February 21, 2023; therefore, there is no further action needed for this. We reviewed that you have completed the survey and are waiting for the review of your survey for the lead in paint/asbestos. RESOURCES: PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOVE A CHILD FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Facility ID: 96000603 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/1/2024 Number Present: 1 Completed Date: 5/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 1 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 11:20 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable childcare requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. Currently, this family child care home operates with a Three (3) Star License, issued October 20, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point for limiting the number of infants enrolled to no more than two. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on August 17, 2023. Betty Dawson, the Operator of this family childcare home was present and assisted with the visit. Lillian Hinnant, additional caregiver, was also present. One infant was present during the visit. Upon arrival, Ms. Dawson was on the phone. In the room designated for child care, I observed the infant sitting in a highchair watching television. Ms. Hinnant, the additional caregiver, was talking on a personal cell phone. Ms. Hinnant ended her call and removed the infant from the highchair and cut off the television when I entered the room. When I asked for the sleep checks for the infant enrolled, Ms. Hinnant was not able to locate the sleep checks; however, later in the visit, Ms. Hinnant provided me sleep checks for some days in the month of April and February. The dates were missing from the documentation. All fire drills, lockdown / shelter-in-place drills, and outdoor inspections were completed as required. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 96% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. You are listed as the sole proprietor on the child care license. Prior to changing the name and/or ownership (i.e. forming a corporation), please contact me to discuss procedures. Failure to notify a Division of Child Development representative may affect your child care license. The contact information that is on file with DCDEE was verified to be current. I used the Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing (DCD 0375) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Due to technical issues, a one-page visit summary was provided to you. I reviewed the summary, including all violations, at the conclusion of the visit. I reminded you that additional violations may be warranted. The computer-generated visit summary will be emailed to you. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 543 Screen time was not prohibited for children under the age of three. The operator did not offer alternative activities for children under the age of three years. Upon entering the room designated for child care, an infant was observed sitting in a highchair watching television. .1718(c) 918 Prior to employment, a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Prior to employment, substitute driver, Rita Weeks did not complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2; .2703(a) 919 Accurate records were not maintained for all staff and children. A file for substitute driver, Rita Weeks was not available for review. G.S. 110-91(9) 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. Documentation showing daily attendance, arrival, and departure times were not available for review. .1721(e)(6) 929 Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan. The activity plan posted was a repeat activity plan from the previous visit. The plan did not provide developmentally appropriate activities for the infants and toddlers that are enrolled. G.S.110-91(12) & .1718(a)(6) 1409 Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care. There were nails sticking up from the wooden border that enclosed rubber mulch, causing a puncturing hazard. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 (a) 1820 The temperature in a room where infants aged 12 months or younger where sleeping exceeded 75 degrees. The temperature on the thermostat in the house was registered at 78 degrees. There was no thermometer in the room designated for the care of children. .1724(a)(6) 1821 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of 30 days. Documentation for the visual sleep checks on the infant enrolled were not available for review. The documentation that was provided did not have accurate dates or were missing dates. .1724(a)(8)&(f) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review for substitute driver, Rita Weeks. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 2032 The signed statement regarding receipt of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy did not contain the required information. A signed statement regarding the receipt of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy was not available. The policy was in the child's file; however, the parent did not sign the policy acknowledging the policy was received. .1726(b)(1-6) COMPLIANCE EXPECTATIONS, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE and CONSULTATION: Violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by May 3, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by your regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK/QUALIFYING LETTER: Ms. Dawson stated that Rita Weeks is the substitute van driver for her program. She stated that she does not always provide transportation; however, Ms. Dawson stated that Ms. Weeks drove for her last week. Ms. Weeks has not completed the required criminal background check and therefore, she does not have a qualifying letter on file for review. As a reminder, all substitutes, additional caregivers, and anyone 16 years of age and older must have a qualifying letter available for review. I reviewed with you that Ms. Weeks is not able to be a substitute for you until she receives a criminal background check and a qualification letter. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: While monitoring the outdoor environment, I observed nails protruding from the wooden border that encloses the rubber mulch and a swing set. The nails could cause a puncture hazard. Ensure all nails are beaten down flush with the wood. SAFE SLEEP CHECKS/ROOM TEMPERATURE: The sleep checks were not completed for the enrolled infant. When I arrived, Ms. Hinnant provided me one sleep chart for the month of February; however, there were no dates on the documentation. After I had been there for approximately an hour, Ms. Hinnant brought me an additional sleep chart that was not dated. This is a repeat violation from your Annual Compliance visit completed on August 17, 2023. Ensure sleep checks are completed on all enrolled infants. Repeat violations could result in an Administrative Action. Ensure the temperature of the room designated for child care for infant age children does not exceed 75 degrees. The temperature today was 78 degrees. I recommend that you place a wall thermometer in this room to ensure the requirement is being met. ACTIVITY PLANS: Ensure activity plans are available for all enrolled children. Activity plans must have developmentally appropriate activities for all ages enrolled. SCREEN TIME: Ensure children under the age of three (3) do not receive screen time. ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE TIMES: Arrival and departure times must be documented as the children arrive and depart from your home. Documentation was not available today to review for all enrolled children. SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME POLICY: A parent’s signature is required to verify the required policy has been received. SUBSTITUTE FILE: A substitute driver, Rita Weeks did not have a file at the home. As a reminder, all substitutes and additional caregivers must have a file with all the required documents. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: STAR-RATED LICENSE/THREE MONTH SELF-STUDY-SELF ASSESSMENT: We reviewed that you are in Co-hort 2. This means that your prep year for reassessment begins July 1, 2024, and ends June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year will begin July 1, 2025, and will end June 30, 2026. We discussed that you will be required to complete the 3-month self-assessment / self-study during this timeframe. I recommend you contact the Partnership for children of Wayne County to provide technical assistance with this self-study. LEAD IN WATER/PAINT/ASBESTOS TESTING: We reviewed that you completed your lead in water test on February 21, 2023; therefore, there is no further action needed for this. We reviewed that you have completed the survey and are waiting for the review of your survey for the lead in paint/asbestos. RESOURCES: PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S.110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOVE A CHILD FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Facility ID: 96000603 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/1/2024 Number Present: 1 Completed Date: 5/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 1 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 11:20 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable childcare requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. Currently, this family child care home operates with a Three (3) Star License, issued October 20, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point for limiting the number of infants enrolled to no more than two. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on August 17, 2023. Betty Dawson, the Operator of this family childcare home was present and assisted with the visit. Lillian Hinnant, additional caregiver, was also present. One infant was present during the visit. Upon arrival, Ms. Dawson was on the phone. In the room designated for child care, I observed the infant sitting in a highchair watching television. Ms. Hinnant, the additional caregiver, was talking on a personal cell phone. Ms. Hinnant ended her call and removed the infant from the highchair and cut off the television when I entered the room. When I asked for the sleep checks for the infant enrolled, Ms. Hinnant was not able to locate the sleep checks; however, later in the visit, Ms. Hinnant provided me sleep checks for some days in the month of April and February. The dates were missing from the documentation. All fire drills, lockdown / shelter-in-place drills, and outdoor inspections were completed as required. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 96% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. You are listed as the sole proprietor on the child care license. Prior to changing the name and/or ownership (i.e. forming a corporation), please contact me to discuss procedures. Failure to notify a Division of Child Development representative may affect your child care license. The contact information that is on file with DCDEE was verified to be current. I used the Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing (DCD 0375) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Due to technical issues, a one-page visit summary was provided to you. I reviewed the summary, including all violations, at the conclusion of the visit. I reminded you that additional violations may be warranted. The computer-generated visit summary will be emailed to you. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 543 Screen time was not prohibited for children under the age of three. The operator did not offer alternative activities for children under the age of three years. Upon entering the room designated for child care, an infant was observed sitting in a highchair watching television. .1718(c) 918 Prior to employment, a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Prior to employment, substitute driver, Rita Weeks did not complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2; .2703(a) 919 Accurate records were not maintained for all staff and children. A file for substitute driver, Rita Weeks was not available for review. G.S. 110-91(9) 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. Documentation showing daily attendance, arrival, and departure times were not available for review. .1721(e)(6) 929 Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan. The activity plan posted was a repeat activity plan from the previous visit. The plan did not provide developmentally appropriate activities for the infants and toddlers that are enrolled. G.S.110-91(12) & .1718(a)(6) 1409 Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care. There were nails sticking up from the wooden border that enclosed rubber mulch, causing a puncturing hazard. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 (a) 1820 The temperature in a room where infants aged 12 months or younger where sleeping exceeded 75 degrees. The temperature on the thermostat in the house was registered at 78 degrees. There was no thermometer in the room designated for the care of children. .1724(a)(6) 1821 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of 30 days. Documentation for the visual sleep checks on the infant enrolled were not available for review. The documentation that was provided did not have accurate dates or were missing dates. .1724(a)(8)&(f) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review for substitute driver, Rita Weeks. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 2032 The signed statement regarding receipt of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy did not contain the required information. A signed statement regarding the receipt of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy was not available. The policy was in the child's file; however, the parent did not sign the policy acknowledging the policy was received. .1726(b)(1-6) COMPLIANCE EXPECTATIONS, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE and CONSULTATION: Violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by May 3, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by your regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK/QUALIFYING LETTER: Ms. Dawson stated that Rita Weeks is the substitute van driver for her program. She stated that she does not always provide transportation; however, Ms. Dawson stated that Ms. Weeks drove for her last week. Ms. Weeks has not completed the required criminal background check and therefore, she does not have a qualifying letter on file for review. As a reminder, all substitutes, additional caregivers, and anyone 16 years of age and older must have a qualifying letter available for review. I reviewed with you that Ms. Weeks is not able to be a substitute for you until she receives a criminal background check and a qualification letter. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: While monitoring the outdoor environment, I observed nails protruding from the wooden border that encloses the rubber mulch and a swing set. The nails could cause a puncture hazard. Ensure all nails are beaten down flush with the wood. SAFE SLEEP CHECKS/ROOM TEMPERATURE: The sleep checks were not completed for the enrolled infant. When I arrived, Ms. Hinnant provided me one sleep chart for the month of February; however, there were no dates on the documentation. After I had been there for approximately an hour, Ms. Hinnant brought me an additional sleep chart that was not dated. This is a repeat violation from your Annual Compliance visit completed on August 17, 2023. Ensure sleep checks are completed on all enrolled infants. Repeat violations could result in an Administrative Action. Ensure the temperature of the room designated for child care for infant age children does not exceed 75 degrees. The temperature today was 78 degrees. I recommend that you place a wall thermometer in this room to ensure the requirement is being met. ACTIVITY PLANS: Ensure activity plans are available for all enrolled children. Activity plans must have developmentally appropriate activities for all ages enrolled. SCREEN TIME: Ensure children under the age of three (3) do not receive screen time. ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE TIMES: Arrival and departure times must be documented as the children arrive and depart from your home. Documentation was not available today to review for all enrolled children. SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME POLICY: A parent’s signature is required to verify the required policy has been received. SUBSTITUTE FILE: A substitute driver, Rita Weeks did not have a file at the home. As a reminder, all substitutes and additional caregivers must have a file with all the required documents. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: STAR-RATED LICENSE/THREE MONTH SELF-STUDY-SELF ASSESSMENT: We reviewed that you are in Co-hort 2. This means that your prep year for reassessment begins July 1, 2024, and ends June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year will begin July 1, 2025, and will end June 30, 2026. We discussed that you will be required to complete the 3-month self-assessment / self-study during this timeframe. I recommend you contact the Partnership for children of Wayne County to provide technical assistance with this self-study. LEAD IN WATER/PAINT/ASBESTOS TESTING: We reviewed that you completed your lead in water test on February 21, 2023; therefore, there is no further action needed for this. We reviewed that you have completed the survey and are waiting for the review of your survey for the lead in paint/asbestos. RESOURCES: PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times