10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: WEE WISDOM PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 3255230 Consultant: TONI FULLER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2025 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 2/17/2025 Age: From 1 To 9 Total Minutes: 245 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Upon arrival the owner/director greeted me. The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. This center operates with a three-star license, which was issued on 12/2/19. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on 2/21/24. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The compliance history for this center for the previous eighteen-month timeframe was 85%. During today’s visit I monitored all indoor and outdoor licensed spaces. The owner/director stated that she was planning to install outdoor privacy fencing that would include two fenced-in spaces. OBSERVATIONS: I observed the children having circle time, completing teacher-directed activities, singing, eating lunch, and resting during naptime. Lunch today consisted of meatballs, tossed salad, oranges, bread, and milk. CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Five children’s records were reviewed today. STAFF RECORDS: Staff files were reviewed today, and yearly in-service training requirements were monitored. TRANSPORTATION: This center does not offer transportation requirements. INSPECTIONS: The last documented annual fire inspection was completed on 2/12/24. The last documented sanitation inspection was conducted on 2/9/25. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 2/4/25. The last documented lockdown drill was conducted on 1/2/25. The last documented playground inspection was completed on 2/4/25. The last documented water testing for Clean Water for NC Kids was completed on 9/26/23. The following violations were cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was conducted on 2/12/24. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The refrigerator thermometer registered 80 degrees. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 1021 Individual responsible for a group of children did not meet the preservice requirements for a lead teacher or teacher. The sole caregiver in classroom space #3 today and in classroom space #1 on the previous two visits, had not met the requirements for a teacher. 10A NCAC 09 .0710 (a-b) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. The new substitute teacher, who began employment today and was substituting today in classroom space #2/4, did not have Criminal Record Check clearance. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. The caregiver in classroom space #3 needed an additional 17 hours to meet his yearly in-service training hour requirement. .1103(a) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. The policy had not been reviewed with the new substitute who started today or with the teacher, who began employment on 2/5/25. .0608(d)(1-4) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. The substitute caregiver, who began employment today, did not have a medical assessment or negative TB test on file. The teacher, who began employment on 2/5/25, did not have a negative TB test on file. .0701(d) 9999 Upon arrival the direct exit from classroom space #3 was locked and deadbolted. The children in classroom space #3 today were age one. All violations must be corrected immediately. Please send me a signed Corrective Action letter by 3/3/25, stating how each violation has been corrected. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE was provided today in the following areas: CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK: I explained to the owner/director that the new substitute caregiver could not work at the center again until she had obtained Criminal Record Check clearance. FIRE INSPECTION: The owner/director stated that she would contact Durham Fire Inspections again. I stated that I would need a copy of the approved inspection report. ANNUAL EVALUATIONS: I reminded the owner/director that staff evaluations had last been completed in February 2024. REVIEW EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE: I reminded the owner/director that it was time to renew the plan with the staff. I recommended including the required annual review of the Emergency Medical Care Plan at the same time. RATED LICENSE: Please know that the “hold harmless” status for Rated License reassessment has been extended until the new QRIS guidelines are ready for implementation. IN-SERVICE TRAINING: The owner/director stated that the teacher in classroom space #3 would complete the 17 hours to regain compliance. I stated that the hours achieved for completing Education 119 would be used at the next Annual Compliance visit. STAFF REQUIREMENTS: During today’s visit I reviewed NC Child Care Rule 10NCAC 09.0714© and NC General Statute 110-91 (8) with the owner. I stated that requirements were based on the job/position that an individual was assuming each day, not on their title. The owner/director stated that the staff person had enrolled to begin Education 119 in March, and he would complete the course in May 2024. The owner/director stated that the delay had been based on difficulties obtaining a high school diploma from another date. During the visit we discussed options for compliance until the staff person completed the coursework. I reminded the owner/director that the staff person needed to register in the WORKS database. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: The director’s office was not licensed space. I requested that the spilt area on the office door and splintered door frame be repaired for added safety for the children. The door was the direct access from office space to child care space. CLEAN CLASSROOMS FOR CAROLINA KIDS: During today’s visit I observed that the owner/director had completed the training for the lead paint/asbestos clearance on 4/30/24. Since the owner/director stated that she had received feedback from the information she submitted, I requested that she reach out to the program for guidance at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina. AGENCY NEWS AND UPDATES: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ often. Click on the “What’s New” tab for new requirements and updates. 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

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10A NCAC 09 .0710 · Violation

Name of Operation: WEE WISDOM PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 3255230 Consultant: TONI FULLER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2025 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 2/17/2025 Age: From 1 To 9 Total Minutes: 245 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Upon arrival the owner/director greeted me. The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. This center operates with a three-star license, which was issued on 12/2/19. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on 2/21/24. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The compliance history for this center for the previous eighteen-month timeframe was 85%. During today’s visit I monitored all indoor and outdoor licensed spaces. The owner/director stated that she was planning to install outdoor privacy fencing that would include two fenced-in spaces. OBSERVATIONS: I observed the children having circle time, completing teacher-directed activities, singing, eating lunch, and resting during naptime. Lunch today consisted of meatballs, tossed salad, oranges, bread, and milk. CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Five children’s records were reviewed today. STAFF RECORDS: Staff files were reviewed today, and yearly in-service training requirements were monitored. TRANSPORTATION: This center does not offer transportation requirements. INSPECTIONS: The last documented annual fire inspection was completed on 2/12/24. The last documented sanitation inspection was conducted on 2/9/25. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 2/4/25. The last documented lockdown drill was conducted on 1/2/25. The last documented playground inspection was completed on 2/4/25. The last documented water testing for Clean Water for NC Kids was completed on 9/26/23. The following violations were cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was conducted on 2/12/24. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The refrigerator thermometer registered 80 degrees. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 1021 Individual responsible for a group of children did not meet the preservice requirements for a lead teacher or teacher. The sole caregiver in classroom space #3 today and in classroom space #1 on the previous two visits, had not met the requirements for a teacher. 10A NCAC 09 .0710 (a-b) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. The new substitute teacher, who began employment today and was substituting today in classroom space #2/4, did not have Criminal Record Check clearance. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. The caregiver in classroom space #3 needed an additional 17 hours to meet his yearly in-service training hour requirement. .1103(a) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. The policy had not been reviewed with the new substitute who started today or with the teacher, who began employment on 2/5/25. .0608(d)(1-4) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. The substitute caregiver, who began employment today, did not have a medical assessment or negative TB test on file. The teacher, who began employment on 2/5/25, did not have a negative TB test on file. .0701(d) 9999 Upon arrival the direct exit from classroom space #3 was locked and deadbolted. The children in classroom space #3 today were age one. All violations must be corrected immediately. Please send me a signed Corrective Action letter by 3/3/25, stating how each violation has been corrected. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE was provided today in the following areas: CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK: I explained to the owner/director that the new substitute caregiver could not work at the center again until she had obtained Criminal Record Check clearance. FIRE INSPECTION: The owner/director stated that she would contact Durham Fire Inspections again. I stated that I would need a copy of the approved inspection report. ANNUAL EVALUATIONS: I reminded the owner/director that staff evaluations had last been completed in February 2024. REVIEW EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE: I reminded the owner/director that it was time to renew the plan with the staff. I recommended including the required annual review of the Emergency Medical Care Plan at the same time. RATED LICENSE: Please know that the “hold harmless” status for Rated License reassessment has been extended until the new QRIS guidelines are ready for implementation. IN-SERVICE TRAINING: The owner/director stated that the teacher in classroom space #3 would complete the 17 hours to regain compliance. I stated that the hours achieved for completing Education 119 would be used at the next Annual Compliance visit. STAFF REQUIREMENTS: During today’s visit I reviewed NC Child Care Rule 10NCAC 09.0714© and NC General Statute 110-91 (8) with the owner. I stated that requirements were based on the job/position that an individual was assuming each day, not on their title. The owner/director stated that the staff person had enrolled to begin Education 119 in March, and he would complete the course in May 2024. The owner/director stated that the delay had been based on difficulties obtaining a high school diploma from another date. During the visit we discussed options for compliance until the staff person completed the coursework. I reminded the owner/director that the staff person needed to register in the WORKS database. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: The director’s office was not licensed space. I requested that the spilt area on the office door and splintered door frame be repaired for added safety for the children. The door was the direct access from office space to child care space. CLEAN CLASSROOMS FOR CAROLINA KIDS: During today’s visit I observed that the owner/director had completed the training for the lead paint/asbestos clearance on 4/30/24. Since the owner/director stated that she had received feedback from the information she submitted, I requested that she reach out to the program for guidance at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina. AGENCY NEWS AND UPDATES: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ often. Click on the “What’s New” tab for new requirements and updates. 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

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: WEE WISDOM PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 3255230 Consultant: TONI FULLER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2025 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 2/17/2025 Age: From 1 To 9 Total Minutes: 245 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Upon arrival the owner/director greeted me. The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. This center operates with a three-star license, which was issued on 12/2/19. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on 2/21/24. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The compliance history for this center for the previous eighteen-month timeframe was 85%. During today’s visit I monitored all indoor and outdoor licensed spaces. The owner/director stated that she was planning to install outdoor privacy fencing that would include two fenced-in spaces. OBSERVATIONS: I observed the children having circle time, completing teacher-directed activities, singing, eating lunch, and resting during naptime. Lunch today consisted of meatballs, tossed salad, oranges, bread, and milk. CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Five children’s records were reviewed today. STAFF RECORDS: Staff files were reviewed today, and yearly in-service training requirements were monitored. TRANSPORTATION: This center does not offer transportation requirements. INSPECTIONS: The last documented annual fire inspection was completed on 2/12/24. The last documented sanitation inspection was conducted on 2/9/25. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 2/4/25. The last documented lockdown drill was conducted on 1/2/25. The last documented playground inspection was completed on 2/4/25. The last documented water testing for Clean Water for NC Kids was completed on 9/26/23. The following violations were cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was conducted on 2/12/24. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The refrigerator thermometer registered 80 degrees. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 1021 Individual responsible for a group of children did not meet the preservice requirements for a lead teacher or teacher. The sole caregiver in classroom space #3 today and in classroom space #1 on the previous two visits, had not met the requirements for a teacher. 10A NCAC 09 .0710 (a-b) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. The new substitute teacher, who began employment today and was substituting today in classroom space #2/4, did not have Criminal Record Check clearance. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. The caregiver in classroom space #3 needed an additional 17 hours to meet his yearly in-service training hour requirement. .1103(a) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. The policy had not been reviewed with the new substitute who started today or with the teacher, who began employment on 2/5/25. .0608(d)(1-4) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. The substitute caregiver, who began employment today, did not have a medical assessment or negative TB test on file. The teacher, who began employment on 2/5/25, did not have a negative TB test on file. .0701(d) 9999 Upon arrival the direct exit from classroom space #3 was locked and deadbolted. The children in classroom space #3 today were age one. All violations must be corrected immediately. Please send me a signed Corrective Action letter by 3/3/25, stating how each violation has been corrected. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE was provided today in the following areas: CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK: I explained to the owner/director that the new substitute caregiver could not work at the center again until she had obtained Criminal Record Check clearance. FIRE INSPECTION: The owner/director stated that she would contact Durham Fire Inspections again. I stated that I would need a copy of the approved inspection report. ANNUAL EVALUATIONS: I reminded the owner/director that staff evaluations had last been completed in February 2024. REVIEW EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE: I reminded the owner/director that it was time to renew the plan with the staff. I recommended including the required annual review of the Emergency Medical Care Plan at the same time. RATED LICENSE: Please know that the “hold harmless” status for Rated License reassessment has been extended until the new QRIS guidelines are ready for implementation. IN-SERVICE TRAINING: The owner/director stated that the teacher in classroom space #3 would complete the 17 hours to regain compliance. I stated that the hours achieved for completing Education 119 would be used at the next Annual Compliance visit. STAFF REQUIREMENTS: During today’s visit I reviewed NC Child Care Rule 10NCAC 09.0714© and NC General Statute 110-91 (8) with the owner. I stated that requirements were based on the job/position that an individual was assuming each day, not on their title. The owner/director stated that the staff person had enrolled to begin Education 119 in March, and he would complete the course in May 2024. The owner/director stated that the delay had been based on difficulties obtaining a high school diploma from another date. During the visit we discussed options for compliance until the staff person completed the coursework. I reminded the owner/director that the staff person needed to register in the WORKS database. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: The director’s office was not licensed space. I requested that the spilt area on the office door and splintered door frame be repaired for added safety for the children. The door was the direct access from office space to child care space. CLEAN CLASSROOMS FOR CAROLINA KIDS: During today’s visit I observed that the owner/director had completed the training for the lead paint/asbestos clearance on 4/30/24. Since the owner/director stated that she had received feedback from the information she submitted, I requested that she reach out to the program for guidance at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina. AGENCY NEWS AND UPDATES: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ often. Click on the “What’s New” tab for new requirements and updates. 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

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: WEE WISDOM PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 3255230 Consultant: TONI FULLER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/28/2024 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 8/28/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Upon arrival the owner/director greeted me. The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during a Routine Unannounced. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on 2/21/24. This center operates with a three-star license, which was issued on 12/2/19. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The compliance history for this center for the previous eighteen-month timeframe was 84%. All indoor and outdoor licensed space was monitored today. OBSERVATIONS: I observed the children engaged in free play activities, and the infants having tummy time. I observed the teacher reading and singing with the children. I later observed one class eating their lunch, which consisted of ham, corn, oranges, wheat bread, and milk. CHILDREN’S FILES: Children’s files were not reviewed today. STAFF FILES: The owner/director stated that no new staff had begun employment since the 2/21/24 Annual Compliance visit. TRANSPORTATION: This center does not offer transportation services. INSPECTIONS: The last documented annual fire inspection was completed on 2/12/24. The last documented sanitation inspection was conducted on 1/8/24. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 8/21/24. The last documented lockdown drill was conducted on 8/22/24. The last documented playground inspection was completed on 8/22/24. CLEAN WATER FOR NC KIDS: The center completed the process on 9/23/23. The following violations were cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The posted activity plans in classroom space #3 and #2/4 were not dated. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 9999 During today's visit the kitchen was unoccupied, unlocked, and accessible to children. NC Sanitation Rule 15A NCAC 15A .2808 (f) states that children should not have access to the kitchen. Since both violations were corrected during the visit, a Corrective Action letter was not requested today. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE was provided today in the following areas: CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK: I reminded the owner/director that the male caregiver needed to complete the Criminal Record Check requalification process by 10/11/24. CURRICULUM: The owner/director stated that she was in the process of changing the curriculum from Affordable Curriculum to Mother Goose. FENCED-IN SPACE: This center has two fenced-in spaces. One space has equipment, and one does not. I reminded the owner/director that both fenced-in spaces were needed to meet the Durham County zoning requirement of 100 square feet of fenced-in space for each child. Please monitor both spaces when completing your monthly playground inspection report. STAFF REQUIREMENTS: During today’s visit the floater/substitute was the sole caregiver in classroom space #1. Technical Assistance was provided today on the value of the floater/substitute completing NC Early Childhood Credentials (Education 119). CHILD CARE HEALTH CONSULTANT If you have any health-related questions please reach out to our new Child Care Health Consultant Ellie Morris. Her contact information is below. morrise@email.unc.edu, (919 )809-9645 RATED LICENSE: Please know that the “hold harmless” status for Rated License reassessment has been extended until the new QRIS guidelines are ready for implementation. AGENCY NEWS AND UPDATES: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ often. Click on the “What’s New” tab for new requirements and updates. AGENCY UPDATES: Child care facilities are now required to test for lead and asbestos hazards in their buildings. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program is designed to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure, while providing child care facilities with the support needed to meet all rule requirements. The program is free, and the first step is to watch the pre-enrollment webinar, which are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina. The owner/director stated that she had watched the video and submitted her information for asbestos clearance. 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

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10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: WEE WISDOM PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 3255230 Consultant: CORRINE FULP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/21/2024 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 2/21/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the Director, Deborah Steele. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS: The facility currently operates with a Three (3) star license that was issued December 2, 2019. The facility is licensed for 24 children on 1st shift only. The facility does not provide transportation. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 1/8/24. The last fire inspection was conducted on 2/12/24 The last outdoor play area inspection was conducted on 2/9/24. The last fire drill was conducted on 1/16/24. The last emergency drill [lock down/shelter-in-place] was conducted on 2/9/24. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 3/27/23. MONITORING: During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. A checklist was used to monitor the requirements. This program does not transport children; therefore, these requirements were not monitored. A general walkthrough of the facility indoor and outdoor spaces. The children were observed participating in group time activities, personal routine care, and outdoor play. The caregivers were interacting with the children, meeting their developmental needs. ANNUAL COMPLIANCE RECORDS Five (5) children’s records were viewed. The staff and training worksheet were received prior to the visit. The ongoing training requirements were monitored from March 2023- March 2024. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. The following violation (s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Onoe child's file did not have a signed statement . GS 110-102 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Activity plan was not posted in Space #2 and #3. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. Hand sanitizer was stored less than 5 feet from the floor in space #2. .0604(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. There was no safety plug in the outlet for space #2 and #3. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. All staff did not have an annual review statement on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. B.P. did not have a discipline statement on file. .1804(c) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One employee did not have a statement on file. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. D.S. did not have documentation on file for completing this training. .1102(g) While the Division allows you time to explain how you have corrected violations when violations are documented, it is expected that you correct all violations immediately. When you send your compliance to me, it is to verify that you have already corrected or addressed the violations from your visit summary. If I do not receive your letter by 3/6/24, and/or if you do not address all violations, a return visit will be made to your program to monitor compliance of violations and to obtain the compliance letter. Additional violations may be documented if the situation has not been corrected or addressed. The letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future. You may email your letter to corrine.fulp@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: Facility name, facility ID number, each item numbers, and date item was corrected. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The facility’s compliance history was 86% as of 2/16/24. According to NC General Statute 110-90(4)(d) all child care facilities must maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Any violations documented during visits to your program may have an impact on the total compliance history score and cause your score to drop below the mandated level. Should this occur, your center may be at risk of an Administrative Action that could change the status of your license. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: Health And Safety Training All staff members must complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Every five (5) years it will need to be renewed. You have an employee that has reached that five-year mark. The training can be found at www.preventchildabusenc.org.. All staff shall review the center's Emergency Medical Care Plan during orientation and annually. Documentation of the review shall be maintained in the employee file or in a file designated for it. It is best practice that trampolines, both full and mini size, not be used as part of the child care program. There have been several injuries on trampolines, and it is growing. Also, the need for supervision at all times makes it difficult to interact with the other children on the playground. Mr. Bailey has until the end of March to complete his yearly training. You can email his training to me before the end of March. CONSULTATION: RATED LICENSE TIMELINE: Your planning period will begin on 7/1/24 and your Assessment period starts 7/1/25. You can start planning now for the Environment Rating Scale. Make sure to update WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS). •Become familiar with the NC Child Care Law and Rules •Review previous assessment [ECERS-R] •Look for assessment related resources – ncrlap.org. NC’s Foundations for Early Learning and Development at DCDEE’s website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov •Complete self-assessment to become familiar with ERS. •Reach out to CCR&R or other Partnership for Children for help. Also, can visit www.ncrlap.org for updated training and videos. The NC Early Childhood Equivalency Exam is no longer an option for applicants until further notice. Here are other options to consider: · Enroll in EDU 119 at your local community college · Pursue the CDA option: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential · Other Pathways to the Profession (enroll in 4 year program) CURRENT UPDATES/DCDEE You may check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov and click on “What’s New” tab for all updates. ABCMS PORTAL [provider can check qualifying letters] To receive access, complete the training on DCDEE’s Moodle site. Complete the short video and test. A certificate will be issued when the session has been completed. Email the certificate along with your full name, position, and facility ID number to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov. CONTACT INFORMATION If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact at corrine.fulp@dhhs.nc.gov or(919) 606-2388. 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 .0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: WEE WISDOM PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 3255230 Consultant: CORRINE FULP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/21/2024 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 2/21/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the Director, Deborah Steele. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS: The facility currently operates with a Three (3) star license that was issued December 2, 2019. The facility is licensed for 24 children on 1st shift only. The facility does not provide transportation. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 1/8/24. The last fire inspection was conducted on 2/12/24 The last outdoor play area inspection was conducted on 2/9/24. The last fire drill was conducted on 1/16/24. The last emergency drill [lock down/shelter-in-place] was conducted on 2/9/24. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 3/27/23. MONITORING: During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. A checklist was used to monitor the requirements. This program does not transport children; therefore, these requirements were not monitored. A general walkthrough of the facility indoor and outdoor spaces. The children were observed participating in group time activities, personal routine care, and outdoor play. The caregivers were interacting with the children, meeting their developmental needs. ANNUAL COMPLIANCE RECORDS Five (5) children’s records were viewed. The staff and training worksheet were received prior to the visit. The ongoing training requirements were monitored from March 2023- March 2024. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. The following violation (s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Onoe child's file did not have a signed statement . GS 110-102 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Activity plan was not posted in Space #2 and #3. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. Hand sanitizer was stored less than 5 feet from the floor in space #2. .0604(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. There was no safety plug in the outlet for space #2 and #3. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. All staff did not have an annual review statement on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. B.P. did not have a discipline statement on file. .1804(c) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One employee did not have a statement on file. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. D.S. did not have documentation on file for completing this training. .1102(g) While the Division allows you time to explain how you have corrected violations when violations are documented, it is expected that you correct all violations immediately. When you send your compliance to me, it is to verify that you have already corrected or addressed the violations from your visit summary. If I do not receive your letter by 3/6/24, and/or if you do not address all violations, a return visit will be made to your program to monitor compliance of violations and to obtain the compliance letter. Additional violations may be documented if the situation has not been corrected or addressed. The letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future. You may email your letter to corrine.fulp@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: Facility name, facility ID number, each item numbers, and date item was corrected. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The facility’s compliance history was 86% as of 2/16/24. According to NC General Statute 110-90(4)(d) all child care facilities must maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Any violations documented during visits to your program may have an impact on the total compliance history score and cause your score to drop below the mandated level. Should this occur, your center may be at risk of an Administrative Action that could change the status of your license. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: Health And Safety Training All staff members must complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Every five (5) years it will need to be renewed. You have an employee that has reached that five-year mark. The training can be found at www.preventchildabusenc.org.. All staff shall review the center's Emergency Medical Care Plan during orientation and annually. Documentation of the review shall be maintained in the employee file or in a file designated for it. It is best practice that trampolines, both full and mini size, not be used as part of the child care program. There have been several injuries on trampolines, and it is growing. Also, the need for supervision at all times makes it difficult to interact with the other children on the playground. Mr. Bailey has until the end of March to complete his yearly training. You can email his training to me before the end of March. CONSULTATION: RATED LICENSE TIMELINE: Your planning period will begin on 7/1/24 and your Assessment period starts 7/1/25. You can start planning now for the Environment Rating Scale. Make sure to update WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS). •Become familiar with the NC Child Care Law and Rules •Review previous assessment [ECERS-R] •Look for assessment related resources – ncrlap.org. NC’s Foundations for Early Learning and Development at DCDEE’s website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov •Complete self-assessment to become familiar with ERS. •Reach out to CCR&R or other Partnership for Children for help. Also, can visit www.ncrlap.org for updated training and videos. The NC Early Childhood Equivalency Exam is no longer an option for applicants until further notice. Here are other options to consider: · Enroll in EDU 119 at your local community college · Pursue the CDA option: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential · Other Pathways to the Profession (enroll in 4 year program) CURRENT UPDATES/DCDEE You may check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov and click on “What’s New” tab for all updates. ABCMS PORTAL [provider can check qualifying letters] To receive access, complete the training on DCDEE’s Moodle site. Complete the short video and test. A certificate will be issued when the session has been completed. Email the certificate along with your full name, position, and facility ID number to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov. CONTACT INFORMATION If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact at corrine.fulp@dhhs.nc.gov or(919) 606-2388. 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

GS 110-102 · Violation

Name of Operation: WEE WISDOM PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 3255230 Consultant: CORRINE FULP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/21/2024 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 2/21/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the Director, Deborah Steele. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS: The facility currently operates with a Three (3) star license that was issued December 2, 2019. The facility is licensed for 24 children on 1st shift only. The facility does not provide transportation. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 1/8/24. The last fire inspection was conducted on 2/12/24 The last outdoor play area inspection was conducted on 2/9/24. The last fire drill was conducted on 1/16/24. The last emergency drill [lock down/shelter-in-place] was conducted on 2/9/24. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 3/27/23. MONITORING: During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. A checklist was used to monitor the requirements. This program does not transport children; therefore, these requirements were not monitored. A general walkthrough of the facility indoor and outdoor spaces. The children were observed participating in group time activities, personal routine care, and outdoor play. The caregivers were interacting with the children, meeting their developmental needs. ANNUAL COMPLIANCE RECORDS Five (5) children’s records were viewed. The staff and training worksheet were received prior to the visit. The ongoing training requirements were monitored from March 2023- March 2024. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. The following violation (s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Onoe child's file did not have a signed statement . GS 110-102 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Activity plan was not posted in Space #2 and #3. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. Hand sanitizer was stored less than 5 feet from the floor in space #2. .0604(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. There was no safety plug in the outlet for space #2 and #3. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. All staff did not have an annual review statement on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. B.P. did not have a discipline statement on file. .1804(c) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One employee did not have a statement on file. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. D.S. did not have documentation on file for completing this training. .1102(g) While the Division allows you time to explain how you have corrected violations when violations are documented, it is expected that you correct all violations immediately. When you send your compliance to me, it is to verify that you have already corrected or addressed the violations from your visit summary. If I do not receive your letter by 3/6/24, and/or if you do not address all violations, a return visit will be made to your program to monitor compliance of violations and to obtain the compliance letter. Additional violations may be documented if the situation has not been corrected or addressed. The letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future. You may email your letter to corrine.fulp@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: Facility name, facility ID number, each item numbers, and date item was corrected. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The facility’s compliance history was 86% as of 2/16/24. According to NC General Statute 110-90(4)(d) all child care facilities must maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Any violations documented during visits to your program may have an impact on the total compliance history score and cause your score to drop below the mandated level. Should this occur, your center may be at risk of an Administrative Action that could change the status of your license. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: Health And Safety Training All staff members must complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Every five (5) years it will need to be renewed. You have an employee that has reached that five-year mark. The training can be found at www.preventchildabusenc.org.. All staff shall review the center's Emergency Medical Care Plan during orientation and annually. Documentation of the review shall be maintained in the employee file or in a file designated for it. It is best practice that trampolines, both full and mini size, not be used as part of the child care program. There have been several injuries on trampolines, and it is growing. Also, the need for supervision at all times makes it difficult to interact with the other children on the playground. Mr. Bailey has until the end of March to complete his yearly training. You can email his training to me before the end of March. CONSULTATION: RATED LICENSE TIMELINE: Your planning period will begin on 7/1/24 and your Assessment period starts 7/1/25. You can start planning now for the Environment Rating Scale. Make sure to update WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS). •Become familiar with the NC Child Care Law and Rules •Review previous assessment [ECERS-R] •Look for assessment related resources – ncrlap.org. NC’s Foundations for Early Learning and Development at DCDEE’s website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov •Complete self-assessment to become familiar with ERS. •Reach out to CCR&R or other Partnership for Children for help. Also, can visit www.ncrlap.org for updated training and videos. The NC Early Childhood Equivalency Exam is no longer an option for applicants until further notice. Here are other options to consider: · Enroll in EDU 119 at your local community college · Pursue the CDA option: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential · Other Pathways to the Profession (enroll in 4 year program) CURRENT UPDATES/DCDEE You may check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov and click on “What’s New” tab for all updates. ABCMS PORTAL [provider can check qualifying letters] To receive access, complete the training on DCDEE’s Moodle site. Complete the short video and test. A certificate will be issued when the session has been completed. Email the certificate along with your full name, position, and facility ID number to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov. CONTACT INFORMATION If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact at corrine.fulp@dhhs.nc.gov or(919) 606-2388. 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

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: WEE WISDOM PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 3255230 Consultant: CORRINE FULP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/21/2024 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 2/21/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the Director, Deborah Steele. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS: The facility currently operates with a Three (3) star license that was issued December 2, 2019. The facility is licensed for 24 children on 1st shift only. The facility does not provide transportation. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 1/8/24. The last fire inspection was conducted on 2/12/24 The last outdoor play area inspection was conducted on 2/9/24. The last fire drill was conducted on 1/16/24. The last emergency drill [lock down/shelter-in-place] was conducted on 2/9/24. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 3/27/23. MONITORING: During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. A checklist was used to monitor the requirements. This program does not transport children; therefore, these requirements were not monitored. A general walkthrough of the facility indoor and outdoor spaces. The children were observed participating in group time activities, personal routine care, and outdoor play. The caregivers were interacting with the children, meeting their developmental needs. ANNUAL COMPLIANCE RECORDS Five (5) children’s records were viewed. The staff and training worksheet were received prior to the visit. The ongoing training requirements were monitored from March 2023- March 2024. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. The following violation (s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Onoe child's file did not have a signed statement . GS 110-102 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Activity plan was not posted in Space #2 and #3. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. Hand sanitizer was stored less than 5 feet from the floor in space #2. .0604(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. There was no safety plug in the outlet for space #2 and #3. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. All staff did not have an annual review statement on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. B.P. did not have a discipline statement on file. .1804(c) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One employee did not have a statement on file. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. D.S. did not have documentation on file for completing this training. .1102(g) While the Division allows you time to explain how you have corrected violations when violations are documented, it is expected that you correct all violations immediately. When you send your compliance to me, it is to verify that you have already corrected or addressed the violations from your visit summary. If I do not receive your letter by 3/6/24, and/or if you do not address all violations, a return visit will be made to your program to monitor compliance of violations and to obtain the compliance letter. Additional violations may be documented if the situation has not been corrected or addressed. The letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future. You may email your letter to corrine.fulp@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: Facility name, facility ID number, each item numbers, and date item was corrected. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The facility’s compliance history was 86% as of 2/16/24. According to NC General Statute 110-90(4)(d) all child care facilities must maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Any violations documented during visits to your program may have an impact on the total compliance history score and cause your score to drop below the mandated level. Should this occur, your center may be at risk of an Administrative Action that could change the status of your license. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: Health And Safety Training All staff members must complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Every five (5) years it will need to be renewed. You have an employee that has reached that five-year mark. The training can be found at www.preventchildabusenc.org.. All staff shall review the center's Emergency Medical Care Plan during orientation and annually. Documentation of the review shall be maintained in the employee file or in a file designated for it. It is best practice that trampolines, both full and mini size, not be used as part of the child care program. There have been several injuries on trampolines, and it is growing. Also, the need for supervision at all times makes it difficult to interact with the other children on the playground. Mr. Bailey has until the end of March to complete his yearly training. You can email his training to me before the end of March. CONSULTATION: RATED LICENSE TIMELINE: Your planning period will begin on 7/1/24 and your Assessment period starts 7/1/25. You can start planning now for the Environment Rating Scale. Make sure to update WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS). •Become familiar with the NC Child Care Law and Rules •Review previous assessment [ECERS-R] •Look for assessment related resources – ncrlap.org. NC’s Foundations for Early Learning and Development at DCDEE’s website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov •Complete self-assessment to become familiar with ERS. •Reach out to CCR&R or other Partnership for Children for help. Also, can visit www.ncrlap.org for updated training and videos. The NC Early Childhood Equivalency Exam is no longer an option for applicants until further notice. Here are other options to consider: · Enroll in EDU 119 at your local community college · Pursue the CDA option: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential · Other Pathways to the Profession (enroll in 4 year program) CURRENT UPDATES/DCDEE You may check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov and click on “What’s New” tab for all updates. ABCMS PORTAL [provider can check qualifying letters] To receive access, complete the training on DCDEE’s Moodle site. Complete the short video and test. A certificate will be issued when the session has been completed. Email the certificate along with your full name, position, and facility ID number to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov. CONTACT INFORMATION If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact at corrine.fulp@dhhs.nc.gov or(919) 606-2388. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0713 · Violation

Name of Operation: WEE WISDOM PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 3255230 Consultant: CORRINE FULP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/25/2023 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 9/25/2023 Age: From 2 To 8 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 02:30 PM Time Out: 04:00 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the Director, Deborah Steele. I conducted a walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor approved spaces. I observed children napping, routine care and eating snacks. There were 10 children, aged 1 years through eight years of age present today. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS: The facility currently operates with a Three (3) star license that was issued December 2, 2019. The facility is licensed for 24 children on 1st shift only. The facility does not provide transportation. ANNUAL INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted on February 22, 2023. The last fire inspection was conducted on February 27, 2023 The last outdoor play area inspection was conducted on 8/23/23. The last fire drill was conducted on 8/16/23. The last lock down was conducted on 3/27/23. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on March 27, 2023. A partial monitoring of applicable child care requirements was conducted on today’s visit. I did not assess transportation requirements because the program does not transport children. VIOLATIONS WERE OBSERVED AND CITED DURING TODAY’S VISIT. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. One employee was observed supervising children in three separate spaces. .1801(a)(1-5) 315 When combining age groups, the staff/child ratios for the youngest child in the group was not maintained for the entire group. One teacher was supervising 10 children; ages 1 through 8 years of age. .0713(a)(1) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last documented drill on conducted on 3/27/23. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Please submit a corrective action letter for the above violations. While the Division allows you time to explain how you have corrected violations when they are documented, it is expected that you correct all violations immediately. Your corrective action letter must include the following: Name of your program, Id number of your program, Date of Letter, Violation(s) number(s), and How and When each violation was corrected. Your letter is due by no later than 10/9/23 and should be emailed to: corrine.fulp@dhhs.nc.gov. COMMENTS SECTION COMPLIANCE HISTORY Your Compliance History prior to today’s visit was 94%; any violations documented during today’s visit may impact the center’s overall Compliance History Score and cause you to drop further below the required 75%. An updated Compliance History Score will be generated after today’s visit, and you will be informed of the results on the next visit to your center. If your Compliance History score remains below 75%, you will be at risk of an administrative action. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE The information below was shared with you to maintain quality within your program and to prevent future violations. STAFF/RATIO 10A NCAC 09 .0713 STAFF/CHILD RATIOS FOR CENTERS (a) The staff/child ratios and group sizes for single-age groups of children in centers shall be as follows: * (1) when combining age groups, the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group shall be maintained for the entire group. * (2) children Of all ages may be cared for together in groups for the first and last operating hour of the day, provided the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group is maintained. An employee returned from lunch thirty minutes into my visit allowing the facility to be incompliance. REMINDER: Your fire drill and playground inspection is due by the end of the month. RATED LICENSE Your planning period begins 7/1/24 and your Assessment period starts 7/1/25. Make sure to update WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS). PREPARATION YEAR IDEAS WHEN YOU ARE READY TO PLAN •Become familiar with the NC Child Care Law and Rules •Review previous assessment [ECERS-R] •Look for assessment related resources – ncrlap.org. NC’s Foundations for Early Learning and Development at DCDEE’s website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov •Complete self-assessment to become familiar with ERS. •Reach out to CCR&R or other Partnership for Children for help. Also, can visit www.ncrlap.org for updated trainings and videos. AGENCY NEWS AND UPDATES Visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.nc.gov often for updates. Look on the left-hand side under "What's New." CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions or need further assistance, I can be reached at (919)606-2388. All mail correspondence should be sent to 1781 Indian Camp Road, Clayton NC 27520. Email correspondence can be sent to corrine.fulp@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.