10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: BLADEN LAKES PRIMARY SCHOOL PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 09000085 Consultant: MIRIAM BYRD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/18/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 10/18/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:30 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 compliance with applicable childcare requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child care Centers was used today to note requirements that were monitored. The program operates with a 5-star rated license issued April 4, 20219, earning 7 points for education standards, 7 points for program standards, and one quality point for complying with a programmatic option. License restrictions include 1st shift, meets enhanced ratios and enhanced space and meets reduced ratios minus 1. Today’s visit was conducted with Ms. Joyce Spencer, Principal and NC Pre-K staff. The program currently has one NC Pre-K room on site. Staff/child ratios, group size, capacity, use of space, and supervision were observed. I observed children playing in various activity centers, teacher lead activities, and outdoor play. Developmentally age-appropriate materials were used. Positive and nurturing communication occurred as teachers interacted with children. A substitute teacher was present with Ms. Maltsby. The teacher assistant, Rose Burgess, arrived during the visit. A sanitation inspection was completed on September 24, 2023. A current inspection has not been completed at this time. A fire inspection was completed on September 9, 2024. During today's visit all staff files were reviewed. The staff and training worksheet was completed on site. During today’s visit, three children records were reviewed. The children’s records form was completed on site. Three violations of child care requirements were observed and documented. Due to printer difficulties, the computer-generated report was emailed to Ms. Spencer during today's visit, along with a request to print the visit summary. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The last sanitation inspection was completed on September 25, 2023. A current sanitation inspection has not been completed. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. A file for the substitute provider was not made available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. The substitute teacher did not have a valid qualification letter on file. The qualification letter expired May 15, 2024. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. You must submit a signed and dated compliance letter that states how each violation was corrected. The compliance letter must be received by November 1, 2024. You may email or mail the letter to: Miriam Byrd, Child Care Consultant, PO Box 1731, Clinton, NC 28329 Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110- 90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Child care licensing requirements were established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. I explained that you have access to the on-line version of the Child Care Rule Book, as well as a hard copy of the rules. I recommend that you visit the Division of Child Development's website (www.ncchildcare.nc.gov) on a regular basis to find out what's new in childcare. You could also find any needed Child Care forms by going on the web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. Reminders: 1. Ms. L. Gooden (substitute) must have a valid criminal background qualification letter on file by November 2, 2024. If a valid qualification letter is not received by 11-2-2024, Ms. Gooden can not return until a valid qualification letter has been received. 2. The following information must be on file for a Substitute: *Verification of Date of Birth *Date of employment *Valid Criminal Background Qualification Letter *Health questionnaire *Emergency Information *Verification of completion of CPR and First Aid certification- within 90 days of employment *Verification of completion of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training- within 90 days of employment *Completion of Shaken Baby Training- prior to providing care for children ages 0-5 years) *verification of review of EPR training *Verification of review of Annual Emergency Medical Care Plan *verification of operational and personnel policies have been reviewed 3. Make sure to keep a separate file for the Principal and Substitutes Clean Classrooms for US Kids- based on the information obtained from www.cleanwaterforUskids.org/carolina- you have not started the Lead in Water testing, and you have started enrollment for Lead Based Paint and Asbestos testing. * You must have this completed by January 1, 2025. Rated License: The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended and star rated license assessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Contact me at (910) 709-5985 or via email: Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov with any questions or concerns. You may also contact Janet Edwards, Licensing Supervisor, (910) 709-4160, janet.edwards@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

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G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: BLADEN LAKES PRIMARY SCHOOL PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 09000085 Consultant: MIRIAM BYRD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/18/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 10/18/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:30 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 compliance with applicable childcare requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child care Centers was used today to note requirements that were monitored. The program operates with a 5-star rated license issued April 4, 20219, earning 7 points for education standards, 7 points for program standards, and one quality point for complying with a programmatic option. License restrictions include 1st shift, meets enhanced ratios and enhanced space and meets reduced ratios minus 1. Today’s visit was conducted with Ms. Joyce Spencer, Principal and NC Pre-K staff. The program currently has one NC Pre-K room on site. Staff/child ratios, group size, capacity, use of space, and supervision were observed. I observed children playing in various activity centers, teacher lead activities, and outdoor play. Developmentally age-appropriate materials were used. Positive and nurturing communication occurred as teachers interacted with children. A substitute teacher was present with Ms. Maltsby. The teacher assistant, Rose Burgess, arrived during the visit. A sanitation inspection was completed on September 24, 2023. A current inspection has not been completed at this time. A fire inspection was completed on September 9, 2024. During today's visit all staff files were reviewed. The staff and training worksheet was completed on site. During today’s visit, three children records were reviewed. The children’s records form was completed on site. Three violations of child care requirements were observed and documented. Due to printer difficulties, the computer-generated report was emailed to Ms. Spencer during today's visit, along with a request to print the visit summary. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The last sanitation inspection was completed on September 25, 2023. A current sanitation inspection has not been completed. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. A file for the substitute provider was not made available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. The substitute teacher did not have a valid qualification letter on file. The qualification letter expired May 15, 2024. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. You must submit a signed and dated compliance letter that states how each violation was corrected. The compliance letter must be received by November 1, 2024. You may email or mail the letter to: Miriam Byrd, Child Care Consultant, PO Box 1731, Clinton, NC 28329 Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110- 90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Child care licensing requirements were established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. I explained that you have access to the on-line version of the Child Care Rule Book, as well as a hard copy of the rules. I recommend that you visit the Division of Child Development's website (www.ncchildcare.nc.gov) on a regular basis to find out what's new in childcare. You could also find any needed Child Care forms by going on the web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. Reminders: 1. Ms. L. Gooden (substitute) must have a valid criminal background qualification letter on file by November 2, 2024. If a valid qualification letter is not received by 11-2-2024, Ms. Gooden can not return until a valid qualification letter has been received. 2. The following information must be on file for a Substitute: *Verification of Date of Birth *Date of employment *Valid Criminal Background Qualification Letter *Health questionnaire *Emergency Information *Verification of completion of CPR and First Aid certification- within 90 days of employment *Verification of completion of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training- within 90 days of employment *Completion of Shaken Baby Training- prior to providing care for children ages 0-5 years) *verification of review of EPR training *Verification of review of Annual Emergency Medical Care Plan *verification of operational and personnel policies have been reviewed 3. Make sure to keep a separate file for the Principal and Substitutes Clean Classrooms for US Kids- based on the information obtained from www.cleanwaterforUskids.org/carolina- you have not started the Lead in Water testing, and you have started enrollment for Lead Based Paint and Asbestos testing. * You must have this completed by January 1, 2025. Rated License: The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended and star rated license assessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Contact me at (910) 709-5985 or via email: Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov with any questions or concerns. You may also contact Janet Edwards, Licensing Supervisor, (910) 709-4160, janet.edwards@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: BLADEN LAKES PRIMARY SCHOOL PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 09000085 Consultant: MIRIAM BYRD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/18/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 10/18/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:30 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 compliance with applicable childcare requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child care Centers was used today to note requirements that were monitored. The program operates with a 5-star rated license issued April 4, 20219, earning 7 points for education standards, 7 points for program standards, and one quality point for complying with a programmatic option. License restrictions include 1st shift, meets enhanced ratios and enhanced space and meets reduced ratios minus 1. Today’s visit was conducted with Ms. Joyce Spencer, Principal and NC Pre-K staff. The program currently has one NC Pre-K room on site. Staff/child ratios, group size, capacity, use of space, and supervision were observed. I observed children playing in various activity centers, teacher lead activities, and outdoor play. Developmentally age-appropriate materials were used. Positive and nurturing communication occurred as teachers interacted with children. A substitute teacher was present with Ms. Maltsby. The teacher assistant, Rose Burgess, arrived during the visit. A sanitation inspection was completed on September 24, 2023. A current inspection has not been completed at this time. A fire inspection was completed on September 9, 2024. During today's visit all staff files were reviewed. The staff and training worksheet was completed on site. During today’s visit, three children records were reviewed. The children’s records form was completed on site. Three violations of child care requirements were observed and documented. Due to printer difficulties, the computer-generated report was emailed to Ms. Spencer during today's visit, along with a request to print the visit summary. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The last sanitation inspection was completed on September 25, 2023. A current sanitation inspection has not been completed. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. A file for the substitute provider was not made available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. The substitute teacher did not have a valid qualification letter on file. The qualification letter expired May 15, 2024. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. You must submit a signed and dated compliance letter that states how each violation was corrected. The compliance letter must be received by November 1, 2024. You may email or mail the letter to: Miriam Byrd, Child Care Consultant, PO Box 1731, Clinton, NC 28329 Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110- 90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Child care licensing requirements were established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. I explained that you have access to the on-line version of the Child Care Rule Book, as well as a hard copy of the rules. I recommend that you visit the Division of Child Development's website (www.ncchildcare.nc.gov) on a regular basis to find out what's new in childcare. You could also find any needed Child Care forms by going on the web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. Reminders: 1. Ms. L. Gooden (substitute) must have a valid criminal background qualification letter on file by November 2, 2024. If a valid qualification letter is not received by 11-2-2024, Ms. Gooden can not return until a valid qualification letter has been received. 2. The following information must be on file for a Substitute: *Verification of Date of Birth *Date of employment *Valid Criminal Background Qualification Letter *Health questionnaire *Emergency Information *Verification of completion of CPR and First Aid certification- within 90 days of employment *Verification of completion of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training- within 90 days of employment *Completion of Shaken Baby Training- prior to providing care for children ages 0-5 years) *verification of review of EPR training *Verification of review of Annual Emergency Medical Care Plan *verification of operational and personnel policies have been reviewed 3. Make sure to keep a separate file for the Principal and Substitutes Clean Classrooms for US Kids- based on the information obtained from www.cleanwaterforUskids.org/carolina- you have not started the Lead in Water testing, and you have started enrollment for Lead Based Paint and Asbestos testing. * You must have this completed by January 1, 2025. Rated License: The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended and star rated license assessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Contact me at (910) 709-5985 or via email: Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov with any questions or concerns. You may also contact Janet Edwards, Licensing Supervisor, (910) 709-4160, janet.edwards@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

NC GS 110- 90 · Violation

Name of Operation: BLADEN LAKES PRIMARY SCHOOL PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 09000085 Consultant: MIRIAM BYRD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/18/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 10/18/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:30 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 compliance with applicable childcare requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit. The Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child care Centers was used today to note requirements that were monitored. The program operates with a 5-star rated license issued April 4, 20219, earning 7 points for education standards, 7 points for program standards, and one quality point for complying with a programmatic option. License restrictions include 1st shift, meets enhanced ratios and enhanced space and meets reduced ratios minus 1. Today’s visit was conducted with Ms. Joyce Spencer, Principal and NC Pre-K staff. The program currently has one NC Pre-K room on site. Staff/child ratios, group size, capacity, use of space, and supervision were observed. I observed children playing in various activity centers, teacher lead activities, and outdoor play. Developmentally age-appropriate materials were used. Positive and nurturing communication occurred as teachers interacted with children. A substitute teacher was present with Ms. Maltsby. The teacher assistant, Rose Burgess, arrived during the visit. A sanitation inspection was completed on September 24, 2023. A current inspection has not been completed at this time. A fire inspection was completed on September 9, 2024. During today's visit all staff files were reviewed. The staff and training worksheet was completed on site. During today’s visit, three children records were reviewed. The children’s records form was completed on site. Three violations of child care requirements were observed and documented. Due to printer difficulties, the computer-generated report was emailed to Ms. Spencer during today's visit, along with a request to print the visit summary. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The last sanitation inspection was completed on September 25, 2023. A current sanitation inspection has not been completed. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. A file for the substitute provider was not made available for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. The substitute teacher did not have a valid qualification letter on file. The qualification letter expired May 15, 2024. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. You must submit a signed and dated compliance letter that states how each violation was corrected. The compliance letter must be received by November 1, 2024. You may email or mail the letter to: Miriam Byrd, Child Care Consultant, PO Box 1731, Clinton, NC 28329 Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110- 90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Child care licensing requirements were established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. I explained that you have access to the on-line version of the Child Care Rule Book, as well as a hard copy of the rules. I recommend that you visit the Division of Child Development's website (www.ncchildcare.nc.gov) on a regular basis to find out what's new in childcare. You could also find any needed Child Care forms by going on the web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. Reminders: 1. Ms. L. Gooden (substitute) must have a valid criminal background qualification letter on file by November 2, 2024. If a valid qualification letter is not received by 11-2-2024, Ms. Gooden can not return until a valid qualification letter has been received. 2. The following information must be on file for a Substitute: *Verification of Date of Birth *Date of employment *Valid Criminal Background Qualification Letter *Health questionnaire *Emergency Information *Verification of completion of CPR and First Aid certification- within 90 days of employment *Verification of completion of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training- within 90 days of employment *Completion of Shaken Baby Training- prior to providing care for children ages 0-5 years) *verification of review of EPR training *Verification of review of Annual Emergency Medical Care Plan *verification of operational and personnel policies have been reviewed 3. Make sure to keep a separate file for the Principal and Substitutes Clean Classrooms for US Kids- based on the information obtained from www.cleanwaterforUskids.org/carolina- you have not started the Lead in Water testing, and you have started enrollment for Lead Based Paint and Asbestos testing. * You must have this completed by January 1, 2025. Rated License: The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended and star rated license assessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Contact me at (910) 709-5985 or via email: Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov with any questions or concerns. You may also contact Janet Edwards, Licensing Supervisor, (910) 709-4160, janet.edwards@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

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: BLADEN LAKES PRIMARY SCHOOL PRE-KINDERGARTEN Facility ID: 09000085 Consultant: MIRIAM BYRD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/29/2024 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 4/29/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 55 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 10:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. Due to computer issues, today's computer-generated report will be emailed to the facility. This program currently operates with a five-star license, issued April 4, 2019, earning seven (7) points in the education component, five (5) points in the program standards component, and one (1) point in Quality. Restrictions are: Daytime care only, meets enhanced ratios minus 1; meets enhanced ratios and enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on October 15, 2023. A sanitation inspection was completed on September 25, 2023 with 2 Demerits and a Superior rating. A fire inspection was completed on September 25, 2023. The emergency drill log was reviewed during today's visit. I observed the last documented emergency drill was a lockdown conducted in November 2023. The next drill should have been completed in February 2024. Pre-K staff stated a lockdown drill was conducted on April 22, 2024. This was not documented on the drill log report. This was corrected during today's visit when the drill log report was updated. One NC Pre-K classroom was observed. Fourteen (14) children were present with two teachers. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. All indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in outdoor learning environments and found supervision and staff/child ratios in compliance. The teachers are currently involved with the Ball study available through the electronic @teachingstrategies.com platform. They reported that parents will often send in items suggested to support the current study because they send a parent letter home that gives suggestions to bridge learning from home to school. The teachers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. One violation of child care requirements was observed and documented; however, it was corrected during the visit therefore a compliance letter is not required. Violation Number Comment Rule 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last documented drill was a lockdown conducted in November 2023. The next drill should have been completed in February 2024. Pre-K staff stated a lockdown drill was conducted on April 22, 2024. This was not documented on the drill log report. This was corrected during the visit when the drill log report was updated. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4)(d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Technical assistance with outdoor learning environments was offered. Children were observed participating in the following activities: art/creative play, science/nature, sand/water play, and gross motor play. Staff were engaged in and actively participated with the children. The children had planted sunflower seeds and I observed children discussing the planting process. In addition to planting flowers, I suggest some ands-on gardening with the children that may include fresh fruit and vegetables so the children can see the benefits of enjoyment of healthy eating early in life. The sensory impact of gardening creates a positive understanding of how seeds turn into plants helped by soil, sun, water—and human care. Young children learn essential gardening skills for healthy living: planting, caring, harvesting, and ultimately preparing tasty eating experiences. Designated production gardens in childcare center outdoor learning environments can inspire lifelong healthy eating habits and provide replicable models for the families they serve. Reminders: 1. The Lead Water Sampling must be conducted every 3 years. For more information go to: Clean Water for Carolina Kids. 2. NC 10A NCAC 41C .1001-1007 requires lead-based paint and asbestos inspections at all licensed childcare facilities in NC. You can learn more at Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids. Rated License: The Division of Child Development and Early Education is starting the Rated License Assessment back to get programs current with their Rated License. You are in Cohort 1. Therefore, your Prep year began July 1, 2023 and will end June 30, 2024. During this time, you need to make sure all teaching staff and Principal have a current Status letter in WORKS. This means submitting any certificates or an original transcript showing any EDU coursework completed after 2019 is updated in WORKS. If you are wanting the Environment Rating scales completed to earn more points in Program Standards, please take advantage of all the trainings they have on their website: ncrlap.org. Your Assessment year will begin July 1, 2024, and you must complete the Rated License Assessment by June 30, 2025. Your last Environmental Rating Scale (ECERS-R) was completed on November 28, 2022. Contact me at (910) 709-5985 or via email: Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov with any questions or concerns. 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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