10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: ROSE OF SHARON DAY CARE CENTER Facility ID: 3259004 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/28/2025 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 8/28/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor child care requirements during your routine unannounced visit. Elizabeth Moore, Director, was out of the office today. The visit summary was reviewed with Ms. Moore by phone, and a copy was given to Ava Kaestner, floater at the conclusion of the visit. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Kaestner. We completed a general walk through of the indoor and outdoor environments. Children throughout the facility were participating in free choice activities, personal care routines, transitions, outdoor play and preparing for lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a Notice of Compliance re-issued August 24, 2020. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 12, 2025. *The sanitation inspection was completed on February 11, 2025, with a "Superior” classification. *The fire inspection was completed on February 4, 2025, and the facility is approved for day time care only. *The last documented fire drill was conducted on August 27, 2025. *The last documented shelter-in-place drill was conducted on August 18, 2025. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on August 12, 2025. During this visit, a partial assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted monitoring all classrooms. The monitoring included License and Permit Restrictions, Staff/Child Ratios, Supervision, CPR/First Aid coverage for the center, Special Training Requirements, Storage of Hazardous Items and Medication, Use of Approved Space, Criminal Background Checks, Program Records and Materials/Equipment for the Indoor Environment. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The rubber mats underneath the swings and at the base of the slides on the preschool playground were not recessed in the mulch causing a potential tripping hazard for the children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. The medication authorization for Tylenol was valid from August 15th-22nd. The child was given the medication on 8/25/25 per the medication log. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. The authorization for Tylenol expired on 8/22/25 and has not been returned to the parent. .0803(12) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Emergency information was not on file for a teacher who started employment on 6/17/25. .0701(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff completed an unapproved course for first aid. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff completed an unapproved course for CPR. .1102(d) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules any violations cited today must be corrected IMMEDIATELY. A letter of compliance must be sent to me by September 11, 2025. The letter must address each violation and explain how it has been corrected. Please send this to Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE *One staff completed CPR and First Aid training through New Life CPR. This organization is not approved by DCDEE. While distance learning (pre-recorded training) is not permitted for CPR or First Aid, a blended learning course (including face-to-face and virtual instruction) is permitted; so long as the course received is from an approved training organization and the student’s competency has been evaluated by the instructor. I left a list of the current approved organizations as of July 2025. *The rubber mats on the playground should be recessed in the mulch to prevent a tripping hazard for the children. *Once the course of treatment has been completed for the medication, remind your staff to send the medication home. Best practice would be to have two people oversee the medication process. This includes monitoring signed permission slips, medication and making sure the medications are returned to the parents. STAFF RECORDS I monitored three new staff files since the last annual compliance on 2/12/25 visit for criminal background qualifying letters, current CPR/First Aid, medical, TB test and other specialized training. CONSULTATION QRIS (Quality Rating Information System) Modernization I encourage you to visit the DCDEE website in preparation for the new QRIS requirements-Pathways to the Stars. We are going away from a point-based system allowing you to have three different pathways to achieve stars. You will find the following resources in the QRIS section. -Webinars -Frequently asked questions -Updated Program Assessment tool (Environment Rating Scales-ERS) As of February 1, 2025, new Environment Rating Scales will be used. The ITERS-3, and ECERS-3, also known as the "3s” will be used for all assessments. Access www.ncrlap.org to participate in webinar sessions that will focus on the changes. CPSC RECALLS The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled numerous items. You can find more information about each item by accessing www cpsc.gov. Please share with the parents in your program. REMINDERS The following requirements will come due soon; please plan to complete the items before the deadline. *The CPR and First Aid training will expire on 9/25/25 for S. O’Quinn and will expire on 10/8/25 for S. Morisco. *You must obtain a fire inspection by 2/4/26. As per Child Care Rule. 304(a) Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. If you have any questions or if I can be of any assistance, please feel free to contact me at (919) 819-9378 or email at Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: ROSE OF SHARON DAY CARE CENTER Facility ID: 3259004 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/28/2025 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 8/28/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor child care requirements during your routine unannounced visit. Elizabeth Moore, Director, was out of the office today. The visit summary was reviewed with Ms. Moore by phone, and a copy was given to Ava Kaestner, floater at the conclusion of the visit. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Kaestner. We completed a general walk through of the indoor and outdoor environments. Children throughout the facility were participating in free choice activities, personal care routines, transitions, outdoor play and preparing for lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a Notice of Compliance re-issued August 24, 2020. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 12, 2025. *The sanitation inspection was completed on February 11, 2025, with a "Superior” classification. *The fire inspection was completed on February 4, 2025, and the facility is approved for day time care only. *The last documented fire drill was conducted on August 27, 2025. *The last documented shelter-in-place drill was conducted on August 18, 2025. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on August 12, 2025. During this visit, a partial assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted monitoring all classrooms. The monitoring included License and Permit Restrictions, Staff/Child Ratios, Supervision, CPR/First Aid coverage for the center, Special Training Requirements, Storage of Hazardous Items and Medication, Use of Approved Space, Criminal Background Checks, Program Records and Materials/Equipment for the Indoor Environment. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The rubber mats underneath the swings and at the base of the slides on the preschool playground were not recessed in the mulch causing a potential tripping hazard for the children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. The medication authorization for Tylenol was valid from August 15th-22nd. The child was given the medication on 8/25/25 per the medication log. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. The authorization for Tylenol expired on 8/22/25 and has not been returned to the parent. .0803(12) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Emergency information was not on file for a teacher who started employment on 6/17/25. .0701(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff completed an unapproved course for first aid. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff completed an unapproved course for CPR. .1102(d) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules any violations cited today must be corrected IMMEDIATELY. A letter of compliance must be sent to me by September 11, 2025. The letter must address each violation and explain how it has been corrected. Please send this to Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE *One staff completed CPR and First Aid training through New Life CPR. This organization is not approved by DCDEE. While distance learning (pre-recorded training) is not permitted for CPR or First Aid, a blended learning course (including face-to-face and virtual instruction) is permitted; so long as the course received is from an approved training organization and the student’s competency has been evaluated by the instructor. I left a list of the current approved organizations as of July 2025. *The rubber mats on the playground should be recessed in the mulch to prevent a tripping hazard for the children. *Once the course of treatment has been completed for the medication, remind your staff to send the medication home. Best practice would be to have two people oversee the medication process. This includes monitoring signed permission slips, medication and making sure the medications are returned to the parents. STAFF RECORDS I monitored three new staff files since the last annual compliance on 2/12/25 visit for criminal background qualifying letters, current CPR/First Aid, medical, TB test and other specialized training. CONSULTATION QRIS (Quality Rating Information System) Modernization I encourage you to visit the DCDEE website in preparation for the new QRIS requirements-Pathways to the Stars. We are going away from a point-based system allowing you to have three different pathways to achieve stars. You will find the following resources in the QRIS section. -Webinars -Frequently asked questions -Updated Program Assessment tool (Environment Rating Scales-ERS) As of February 1, 2025, new Environment Rating Scales will be used. The ITERS-3, and ECERS-3, also known as the "3s” will be used for all assessments. Access www.ncrlap.org to participate in webinar sessions that will focus on the changes. CPSC RECALLS The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled numerous items. You can find more information about each item by accessing www cpsc.gov. Please share with the parents in your program. REMINDERS The following requirements will come due soon; please plan to complete the items before the deadline. *The CPR and First Aid training will expire on 9/25/25 for S. O’Quinn and will expire on 10/8/25 for S. Morisco. *You must obtain a fire inspection by 2/4/26. As per Child Care Rule. 304(a) Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. If you have any questions or if I can be of any assistance, please feel free to contact me at (919) 819-9378 or email at Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: ROSE OF SHARON DAY CARE CENTER Facility ID: 3259004 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/12/2025 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 2/12/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. Elizabeth Parker, Director, was present and assisted me during the visit. The visit summary was completed off-site due to technical difficulties and reviewed with Ms. Parker by phone. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Parker. I completed a general walk through of the indoor environment. The outdoor environment was not monitored due to the rain. The children were observed in center activities, completing art projects and eating lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a Notice of Compliance reissued August 11, 2020. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 26, 2024. *The fire inspection was completed on February 4, 2025, and the facility is approved for day time care only. *The sanitation inspection was completed on February 11, 2025, with a "Superior" classification. *The last fire drill was conducted on January 28, 2025. *The last playground inspection was completed on January 17, 2025. *The last lockdown drill was conducted on December 31, 2024. Prior to today's visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State's website and observed that the owner of this facility, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church is listed as current/active. During this visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space #2 the Blue lizard sunscreen and Burt's Bees lotion had as needed in the amount to be given section. A medication authorization form was not on file for the Burt's Bees ointment. In space #5 one medication authorization form for an epi-pen did not have the dosage to be given and one epi-pen expired on 12/24/24. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. In space #1 the medical action plan for albuterol expired on 4/19/24. In space #5 the medical action plan for the Epi-pen expired on 8/14/24. .0801(b) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter must be sent to me by February 26, 2025. The letter must address each violation and explain how it has been corrected. Please send this to Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, the Compliance History Score for the center was 96%. According to NC General Statute 110-90 (4)(d) all facilities must maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE MEDICATION AUTHORIZATION FORMS *You must have a medication authorization form signed by the child's parent as well as the medical action plan on file for chronic medical conditions. The medication authorization form for chronic medical conditions is valid for six months and the medical action plan is valid for one year. *When children bring multiple medications remember each medication must have a separate medication authorization form signed by the parent. Best practice would be to check all medication authorization forms throughout the year to ensure that they have not expired. ANNUAL COMPLIANCE RECORDS I reviewed six children's records, two new staff and three existing staff files. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. REMINDERS The following requirements will come due in the near future; please make arrangements to complete the items before the deadline. *The qualification letter for A. Garrett will expire on 12/29/25. Remember your paperwork for the 3-year re-check can be submitted six months prior to the expiration of the qualification letter. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ROSE OF SHARON DAY CARE CENTER Facility ID: 3259004 Consultant: TONI FULLER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/21/2023 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 9/21/2023 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Upon arrival the staff greeted me. The director was not present at the center today. The purpose of today’s unannounced visit as to monitor applicable child care requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on 3/6/23. This center operates with a Notice of Compliance, as a GS110-106 church exempt facility for children ages 2 through 12. The compliance history for this center for the previous eighteen-month timeframe was 97%. Each classroom, the gymnasium/eating area, the outdoor environment, and the kitchen were monitored. I observed the children engaged in free play activities in the classrooms. I observed that four of the five staff present today were new. TRANSPORTATION: This center does not offer transportation services. INSPECTIONS: The last documented annual fire inspection was conducted on 1/19/23. The last documented sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/20/23. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 8/15/23. The last documented shelter-in-place drill was conducted on 6/13/23. Please remember to conduct another shelter-in-place drill before the end of this month. The director’s office was unlocked and open. The teacher in classroom space #1 stated that she was in charge when the director was absent. I stated that I needed to review some information in the new staff files. The teacher stated that she had not been shown or instructed by the director where the staff files were located or if she had permission to access the information. The following violations were cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. The food allergy for a chil enrolled in classroom space #6, but prsent today in classroom space #5, was not posted. During the visit the teachers in classroom space #5 posted the allergy in their classroom. .0901(g) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) All violations must be corrected immediately. Please send me a signed Corrective Action letter by 10/5/23, stating how each violation cited today has been corrected. I stated that I would make a return visit in the near future to review new staff files and verify updated CPR/First Aid training. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED TODAY ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS: FILE INFORMATION ACCESSIBILITY: I explained the importance of being permitted to access information on children and staff in case of an emergency. Today's visit was reviewed with the teacher in charge. CONTACT INFORMATION: Please contact me if I can be of any assistance to you. I can be reached at toni.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov or (919) 819-9366. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

GS110-106 · Violation

Name of Operation: ROSE OF SHARON DAY CARE CENTER Facility ID: 3259004 Consultant: TONI FULLER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/21/2023 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 9/21/2023 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Upon arrival the staff greeted me. The director was not present at the center today. The purpose of today’s unannounced visit as to monitor applicable child care requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on 3/6/23. This center operates with a Notice of Compliance, as a GS110-106 church exempt facility for children ages 2 through 12. The compliance history for this center for the previous eighteen-month timeframe was 97%. Each classroom, the gymnasium/eating area, the outdoor environment, and the kitchen were monitored. I observed the children engaged in free play activities in the classrooms. I observed that four of the five staff present today were new. TRANSPORTATION: This center does not offer transportation services. INSPECTIONS: The last documented annual fire inspection was conducted on 1/19/23. The last documented sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/20/23. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 8/15/23. The last documented shelter-in-place drill was conducted on 6/13/23. Please remember to conduct another shelter-in-place drill before the end of this month. The director’s office was unlocked and open. The teacher in classroom space #1 stated that she was in charge when the director was absent. I stated that I needed to review some information in the new staff files. The teacher stated that she had not been shown or instructed by the director where the staff files were located or if she had permission to access the information. The following violations were cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. The food allergy for a chil enrolled in classroom space #6, but prsent today in classroom space #5, was not posted. During the visit the teachers in classroom space #5 posted the allergy in their classroom. .0901(g) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) All violations must be corrected immediately. Please send me a signed Corrective Action letter by 10/5/23, stating how each violation cited today has been corrected. I stated that I would make a return visit in the near future to review new staff files and verify updated CPR/First Aid training. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED TODAY ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS: FILE INFORMATION ACCESSIBILITY: I explained the importance of being permitted to access information on children and staff in case of an emergency. Today's visit was reviewed with the teacher in charge. CONTACT INFORMATION: Please contact me if I can be of any assistance to you. I can be reached at toni.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov or (919) 819-9366. 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