Luv Buggs

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: Luv Buggs Facility ID: 09000160 Consultant: MIRIAM BYRD Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/18/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 5/18/2026 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 11:20 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the Annual Compliance visit. Your program currently operate with a 3-star license, effective December 6, 2025, earning 4 points in the Education Standards component, 2 points in the Program Standards component and 1 point in Quality for restricting infant capacity to no more than two children under one year of age. License restrictions include 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift, children must play in fences area when outside & will not serve no more than 2 infants under 1 year of age. Jamie Tate, home operator, was present with seven children, ages 1-4 years. I explained to Ms. Tate that this is a violation of G.S. 110-91)(7)-For FCCHs, capacity rules define how many children an operator can care for simultaneously, including the operator's own preschool-age children: Option 1: up to 8 children total(max of 5 children ages 0-5, plus 3 school-age children up to age 13) Option 2: Up to 9 children total (max of 3 children 0-24 months, 3 children ages 2 to 5, and 3 school-age children up to age 13) Option 3: Up to 10 children total, provided all children are older than 24 months. I explained to Ms. Tate that preschool-aged children are children ages 0-5 years. In order to be determined a school-age, the child must have attended the first day of Kindergarten. I observed the children participating in teacher-directed activities and preparing for lunch. Adequate handwashing was completed. Today's lunch consisted of chicken with rice, applesauce, bread and water. I found interactions and supervision to be in compliance. During today’s visit I monitored the following: program space, program records, interactions, supervision, equipment and furnishings, medication administration, indoor and outdoor learning environments. Ms. Tate stated she does not provide transportation. I monitored Ms. Tate's file and all children records. Two violations of child care requirements were observed. Computer-generated report was reviewed with Ms. Tate and a copy was printed at the conclusion of today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 101 Number of children exceeded number allowed. Seven (7) children were present with two children that were one year of age. Only six (6) preschool children can be present when a 1 year old is present. GS 110-91(7)(b) & 110-86(3)(b) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS Provider Portal did not show a roster of the operator as well as her son, who lives in the home. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. I must receive a compliance statement from you that accurately explains how and when the violations were corrected. The compliance letter must be received by June 1, 2026. You can email the information to: Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov. *You must state how you corrected the violation of having too many preschool-aged children present. Technical assistance was provided regarding compliance with GS 110-91(7) due to the number of preschool children present that exceeded the rule requirement. Discussion included the importance of monitoring attendance daily and ensuring enrollment and scheduling practices remain within the approved licensed capacity at all times. I encourage you to develop procedures for tracking children, especially, children that are considered "drop-in", in attendance to prevent future violations. Reminders: -You must complete the Health and Safety training topics by June 30, 2026. You can access these by going to the DCDEE website: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov) and search DCDEE MOODLE. Make sure to print the certificates earned and attach to the Health and Safety training log report. -You must complete the ABCMS Provider Portal- this is where you will list yourself and anyone else in the home under your Business NCID. For assistance please contact Contact -Shelby for assistance with completing your roster in the ACBMS Provider Portal. Let her know that you completed the required ABCMS training- Division of Child Development and Early Education, Criminal Background Check Unit NC Department of Health and Human Services Phone: 919-814-6401 A follow-up visit will be conducted within the next two weeks to verify compliance with capacity. Prior to today's visit, Ms. Tate submitted an approved zoning permit from Bladen County Zoning department for usage of the attached building. A porch connects the building to her residence. Ms. Tate stated that she is hopeful she will have the area ready for child care within the next few weeks. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at (910) 709-5985 or via email: Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov. You can also contact Janet Edwards, Licensing Supervisor at (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: Luv Buggs Facility ID: 09000160 Consultant: MIRIAM BYRD Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/18/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 5/18/2026 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 11:20 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the Annual Compliance visit. Your program currently operate with a 3-star license, effective December 6, 2025, earning 4 points in the Education Standards component, 2 points in the Program Standards component and 1 point in Quality for restricting infant capacity to no more than two children under one year of age. License restrictions include 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift, children must play in fences area when outside & will not serve no more than 2 infants under 1 year of age. Jamie Tate, home operator, was present with seven children, ages 1-4 years. I explained to Ms. Tate that this is a violation of G.S. 110-91)(7)-For FCCHs, capacity rules define how many children an operator can care for simultaneously, including the operator's own preschool-age children: Option 1: up to 8 children total(max of 5 children ages 0-5, plus 3 school-age children up to age 13) Option 2: Up to 9 children total (max of 3 children 0-24 months, 3 children ages 2 to 5, and 3 school-age children up to age 13) Option 3: Up to 10 children total, provided all children are older than 24 months. I explained to Ms. Tate that preschool-aged children are children ages 0-5 years. In order to be determined a school-age, the child must have attended the first day of Kindergarten. I observed the children participating in teacher-directed activities and preparing for lunch. Adequate handwashing was completed. Today's lunch consisted of chicken with rice, applesauce, bread and water. I found interactions and supervision to be in compliance. During today’s visit I monitored the following: program space, program records, interactions, supervision, equipment and furnishings, medication administration, indoor and outdoor learning environments. Ms. Tate stated she does not provide transportation. I monitored Ms. Tate's file and all children records. Two violations of child care requirements were observed. Computer-generated report was reviewed with Ms. Tate and a copy was printed at the conclusion of today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 101 Number of children exceeded number allowed. Seven (7) children were present with two children that were one year of age. Only six (6) preschool children can be present when a 1 year old is present. GS 110-91(7)(b) & 110-86(3)(b) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS Provider Portal did not show a roster of the operator as well as her son, who lives in the home. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. I must receive a compliance statement from you that accurately explains how and when the violations were corrected. The compliance letter must be received by June 1, 2026. You can email the information to: Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov. *You must state how you corrected the violation of having too many preschool-aged children present. Technical assistance was provided regarding compliance with GS 110-91(7) due to the number of preschool children present that exceeded the rule requirement. Discussion included the importance of monitoring attendance daily and ensuring enrollment and scheduling practices remain within the approved licensed capacity at all times. I encourage you to develop procedures for tracking children, especially, children that are considered "drop-in", in attendance to prevent future violations. Reminders: -You must complete the Health and Safety training topics by June 30, 2026. You can access these by going to the DCDEE website: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov) and search DCDEE MOODLE. Make sure to print the certificates earned and attach to the Health and Safety training log report. -You must complete the ABCMS Provider Portal- this is where you will list yourself and anyone else in the home under your Business NCID. For assistance please contact Contact -Shelby for assistance with completing your roster in the ACBMS Provider Portal. Let her know that you completed the required ABCMS training- Division of Child Development and Early Education, Criminal Background Check Unit NC Department of Health and Human Services Phone: 919-814-6401 A follow-up visit will be conducted within the next two weeks to verify compliance with capacity. Prior to today's visit, Ms. Tate submitted an approved zoning permit from Bladen County Zoning department for usage of the attached building. A porch connects the building to her residence. Ms. Tate stated that she is hopeful she will have the area ready for child care within the next few weeks. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at (910) 709-5985 or via email: Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov. You can also contact Janet Edwards, Licensing Supervisor at (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

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: Luv Buggs Facility ID: 09000160 Consultant: MIRIAM BYRD Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/18/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 5/18/2026 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 11:20 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the Annual Compliance visit. Your program currently operate with a 3-star license, effective December 6, 2025, earning 4 points in the Education Standards component, 2 points in the Program Standards component and 1 point in Quality for restricting infant capacity to no more than two children under one year of age. License restrictions include 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift, children must play in fences area when outside & will not serve no more than 2 infants under 1 year of age. Jamie Tate, home operator, was present with seven children, ages 1-4 years. I explained to Ms. Tate that this is a violation of G.S. 110-91)(7)-For FCCHs, capacity rules define how many children an operator can care for simultaneously, including the operator's own preschool-age children: Option 1: up to 8 children total(max of 5 children ages 0-5, plus 3 school-age children up to age 13) Option 2: Up to 9 children total (max of 3 children 0-24 months, 3 children ages 2 to 5, and 3 school-age children up to age 13) Option 3: Up to 10 children total, provided all children are older than 24 months. I explained to Ms. Tate that preschool-aged children are children ages 0-5 years. In order to be determined a school-age, the child must have attended the first day of Kindergarten. I observed the children participating in teacher-directed activities and preparing for lunch. Adequate handwashing was completed. Today's lunch consisted of chicken with rice, applesauce, bread and water. I found interactions and supervision to be in compliance. During today’s visit I monitored the following: program space, program records, interactions, supervision, equipment and furnishings, medication administration, indoor and outdoor learning environments. Ms. Tate stated she does not provide transportation. I monitored Ms. Tate's file and all children records. Two violations of child care requirements were observed. Computer-generated report was reviewed with Ms. Tate and a copy was printed at the conclusion of today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 101 Number of children exceeded number allowed. Seven (7) children were present with two children that were one year of age. Only six (6) preschool children can be present when a 1 year old is present. GS 110-91(7)(b) & 110-86(3)(b) 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS Provider Portal did not show a roster of the operator as well as her son, who lives in the home. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. I must receive a compliance statement from you that accurately explains how and when the violations were corrected. The compliance letter must be received by June 1, 2026. You can email the information to: Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov. *You must state how you corrected the violation of having too many preschool-aged children present. Technical assistance was provided regarding compliance with GS 110-91(7) due to the number of preschool children present that exceeded the rule requirement. Discussion included the importance of monitoring attendance daily and ensuring enrollment and scheduling practices remain within the approved licensed capacity at all times. I encourage you to develop procedures for tracking children, especially, children that are considered "drop-in", in attendance to prevent future violations. Reminders: -You must complete the Health and Safety training topics by June 30, 2026. You can access these by going to the DCDEE website: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov) and search DCDEE MOODLE. Make sure to print the certificates earned and attach to the Health and Safety training log report. -You must complete the ABCMS Provider Portal- this is where you will list yourself and anyone else in the home under your Business NCID. For assistance please contact Contact -Shelby for assistance with completing your roster in the ACBMS Provider Portal. Let her know that you completed the required ABCMS training- Division of Child Development and Early Education, Criminal Background Check Unit NC Department of Health and Human Services Phone: 919-814-6401 A follow-up visit will be conducted within the next two weeks to verify compliance with capacity. Prior to today's visit, Ms. Tate submitted an approved zoning permit from Bladen County Zoning department for usage of the attached building. A porch connects the building to her residence. Ms. Tate stated that she is hopeful she will have the area ready for child care within the next few weeks. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at (910) 709-5985 or via email: Miriam.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov. You can also contact Janet Edwards, Licensing Supervisor at (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

10A NCAC 09.1721 · Violation

Name of Operation: Luv Buggs Facility ID: 09000160 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/4/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 11/4/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the second temporary time period visit for a FCCH. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective June 5, 2025 to December 5, 2025. Applicable child care requirements were discussed with you, Jamie Tate, Operator. All indoor and outdoor areas approved for child care were monitored during today’s visit. Three (3) children between the ages of 1 and 4 years old were present. The children were observed eating breakfast, which consisted of waffles, diced pineapples, blueberries, and milk. The children and operator were observed washing their hands after eating. Children were observed during free play activities. The children were adequately supervised, and appropriate interactions between the operator and children were observed during the visit. The following were also monitored during the visit: supervision; capacity; CPR/FA, ITS SIDS; medicine and hazardous product storage; adequate/approved space; staff records; program records; children records; posted license; and permit restrictions. During today’s visit you requested to increase your capacity to ten (10) children. During the visit I verified that you met all requirements to increase your capacity to ten (10) children. I received your approved zoning letter dated October 6, 2025, during the visit. I discussed the following capacity requirements with you: A maximum of three children from birth to 24 months of age, plus three children from 2 to 5 years of age and three school-age children up to 13 years of age, for a total of nine children. Note: Mixed age groups consisting of children aged zero-twenty four months, children aged 2-5 years, and school-aged children will be monitored as follows: A maximum of nine children, with no more than three children aged zero to twenty-four months and of the six additional children, three must be school age. A maximum of 10 children if all children are older than 24 months of age. I recommend that you make a copy of the above capacity requirements and post as a reference to ensure that the capacity requirements are met at all times. Note: you cannot increase your capacity to ten (10) children until the effective date of your star rated license. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with you, and a computerized copy was given to you for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. This was not on file for one child enrolled. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. This was not on file for one child enrolled. GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) 1704 Summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to each child's parent, guardian, or full-time custodian before the child was enrolled in the home and/or signed statement was not on file. This was not on file for one child enrolled. GS 110-102 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. During the visit plastic bags were accessible to children. This was corrected during the visit when the plastic bags were stored so they were not accessible to the children. .1719(a)(18) 2031 Operator did not provide a copy of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy to parents at time of enrollment, and / or within fourteen days of a changes to the policy. This was not on file for one child enrolled. .1726(b)&(c) The five (5) violation/s documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by November 18, 2025, stating that all violation/s have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements within the required timeframe, you must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 88%. You were also given a copy of your Compliance History Assessment for your records. Rated License: I received your rated license application on June 23, 2025. You requested to use the previous star rating option. I verified your self assessment/self study was completed for the months of August 2025 to October 2025. I discussed with you that your rated license application can't be processed until I have received your compliance letter. Technical Assistance: The majority of your violations were cited in regard to children's records. So, the following technical assistance was provided. Children’s records are important in child care because they provide essential information needed to ensure each child’s health, safety, and well-being. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records helps staff make informed decisions and remain in compliance with licensing regulations. To prevent missing or incomplete records in the future, programs should implement a regular file review schedule, use checklists to track required documents, and conduct periodic audits to ensure all information remains current and accessible. It is your responsibility to know and met all child care requirements that apply to you at all times. You can access child care rules, forms, and other pertinent information at: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov. You can reach me at 919-819-9348, or email: leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov if you have any questions. 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: Luv Buggs Facility ID: 09000160 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/4/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 11/4/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the second temporary time period visit for a FCCH. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective June 5, 2025 to December 5, 2025. Applicable child care requirements were discussed with you, Jamie Tate, Operator. All indoor and outdoor areas approved for child care were monitored during today’s visit. Three (3) children between the ages of 1 and 4 years old were present. The children were observed eating breakfast, which consisted of waffles, diced pineapples, blueberries, and milk. The children and operator were observed washing their hands after eating. Children were observed during free play activities. The children were adequately supervised, and appropriate interactions between the operator and children were observed during the visit. The following were also monitored during the visit: supervision; capacity; CPR/FA, ITS SIDS; medicine and hazardous product storage; adequate/approved space; staff records; program records; children records; posted license; and permit restrictions. During today’s visit you requested to increase your capacity to ten (10) children. During the visit I verified that you met all requirements to increase your capacity to ten (10) children. I received your approved zoning letter dated October 6, 2025, during the visit. I discussed the following capacity requirements with you: A maximum of three children from birth to 24 months of age, plus three children from 2 to 5 years of age and three school-age children up to 13 years of age, for a total of nine children. Note: Mixed age groups consisting of children aged zero-twenty four months, children aged 2-5 years, and school-aged children will be monitored as follows: A maximum of nine children, with no more than three children aged zero to twenty-four months and of the six additional children, three must be school age. A maximum of 10 children if all children are older than 24 months of age. I recommend that you make a copy of the above capacity requirements and post as a reference to ensure that the capacity requirements are met at all times. Note: you cannot increase your capacity to ten (10) children until the effective date of your star rated license. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with you, and a computerized copy was given to you for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. This was not on file for one child enrolled. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. This was not on file for one child enrolled. GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) 1704 Summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to each child's parent, guardian, or full-time custodian before the child was enrolled in the home and/or signed statement was not on file. This was not on file for one child enrolled. GS 110-102 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. During the visit plastic bags were accessible to children. This was corrected during the visit when the plastic bags were stored so they were not accessible to the children. .1719(a)(18) 2031 Operator did not provide a copy of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy to parents at time of enrollment, and / or within fourteen days of a changes to the policy. This was not on file for one child enrolled. .1726(b)&(c) The five (5) violation/s documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by November 18, 2025, stating that all violation/s have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements within the required timeframe, you must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 88%. You were also given a copy of your Compliance History Assessment for your records. Rated License: I received your rated license application on June 23, 2025. You requested to use the previous star rating option. I verified your self assessment/self study was completed for the months of August 2025 to October 2025. I discussed with you that your rated license application can't be processed until I have received your compliance letter. Technical Assistance: The majority of your violations were cited in regard to children's records. So, the following technical assistance was provided. Children’s records are important in child care because they provide essential information needed to ensure each child’s health, safety, and well-being. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records helps staff make informed decisions and remain in compliance with licensing regulations. To prevent missing or incomplete records in the future, programs should implement a regular file review schedule, use checklists to track required documents, and conduct periodic audits to ensure all information remains current and accessible. It is your responsibility to know and met all child care requirements that apply to you at all times. You can access child care rules, forms, and other pertinent information at: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov. You can reach me at 919-819-9348, or email: leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov if you have any questions. 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: Luv Buggs Facility ID: 09000160 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/4/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 11/4/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the second temporary time period visit for a FCCH. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective June 5, 2025 to December 5, 2025. Applicable child care requirements were discussed with you, Jamie Tate, Operator. All indoor and outdoor areas approved for child care were monitored during today’s visit. Three (3) children between the ages of 1 and 4 years old were present. The children were observed eating breakfast, which consisted of waffles, diced pineapples, blueberries, and milk. The children and operator were observed washing their hands after eating. Children were observed during free play activities. The children were adequately supervised, and appropriate interactions between the operator and children were observed during the visit. The following were also monitored during the visit: supervision; capacity; CPR/FA, ITS SIDS; medicine and hazardous product storage; adequate/approved space; staff records; program records; children records; posted license; and permit restrictions. During today’s visit you requested to increase your capacity to ten (10) children. During the visit I verified that you met all requirements to increase your capacity to ten (10) children. I received your approved zoning letter dated October 6, 2025, during the visit. I discussed the following capacity requirements with you: A maximum of three children from birth to 24 months of age, plus three children from 2 to 5 years of age and three school-age children up to 13 years of age, for a total of nine children. Note: Mixed age groups consisting of children aged zero-twenty four months, children aged 2-5 years, and school-aged children will be monitored as follows: A maximum of nine children, with no more than three children aged zero to twenty-four months and of the six additional children, three must be school age. A maximum of 10 children if all children are older than 24 months of age. I recommend that you make a copy of the above capacity requirements and post as a reference to ensure that the capacity requirements are met at all times. Note: you cannot increase your capacity to ten (10) children until the effective date of your star rated license. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with you, and a computerized copy was given to you for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. This was not on file for one child enrolled. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. This was not on file for one child enrolled. GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) 1704 Summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to each child's parent, guardian, or full-time custodian before the child was enrolled in the home and/or signed statement was not on file. This was not on file for one child enrolled. GS 110-102 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. During the visit plastic bags were accessible to children. This was corrected during the visit when the plastic bags were stored so they were not accessible to the children. .1719(a)(18) 2031 Operator did not provide a copy of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy to parents at time of enrollment, and / or within fourteen days of a changes to the policy. This was not on file for one child enrolled. .1726(b)&(c) The five (5) violation/s documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by November 18, 2025, stating that all violation/s have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements within the required timeframe, you must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 88%. You were also given a copy of your Compliance History Assessment for your records. Rated License: I received your rated license application on June 23, 2025. You requested to use the previous star rating option. I verified your self assessment/self study was completed for the months of August 2025 to October 2025. I discussed with you that your rated license application can't be processed until I have received your compliance letter. Technical Assistance: The majority of your violations were cited in regard to children's records. So, the following technical assistance was provided. Children’s records are important in child care because they provide essential information needed to ensure each child’s health, safety, and well-being. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records helps staff make informed decisions and remain in compliance with licensing regulations. To prevent missing or incomplete records in the future, programs should implement a regular file review schedule, use checklists to track required documents, and conduct periodic audits to ensure all information remains current and accessible. It is your responsibility to know and met all child care requirements that apply to you at all times. You can access child care rules, forms, and other pertinent information at: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov. You can reach me at 919-819-9348, or email: leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov if you have any questions. 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: Luv Buggs Facility ID: 09000160 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/4/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 11/4/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the second temporary time period visit for a FCCH. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective June 5, 2025 to December 5, 2025. Applicable child care requirements were discussed with you, Jamie Tate, Operator. All indoor and outdoor areas approved for child care were monitored during today’s visit. Three (3) children between the ages of 1 and 4 years old were present. The children were observed eating breakfast, which consisted of waffles, diced pineapples, blueberries, and milk. The children and operator were observed washing their hands after eating. Children were observed during free play activities. The children were adequately supervised, and appropriate interactions between the operator and children were observed during the visit. The following were also monitored during the visit: supervision; capacity; CPR/FA, ITS SIDS; medicine and hazardous product storage; adequate/approved space; staff records; program records; children records; posted license; and permit restrictions. During today’s visit you requested to increase your capacity to ten (10) children. During the visit I verified that you met all requirements to increase your capacity to ten (10) children. I received your approved zoning letter dated October 6, 2025, during the visit. I discussed the following capacity requirements with you: A maximum of three children from birth to 24 months of age, plus three children from 2 to 5 years of age and three school-age children up to 13 years of age, for a total of nine children. Note: Mixed age groups consisting of children aged zero-twenty four months, children aged 2-5 years, and school-aged children will be monitored as follows: A maximum of nine children, with no more than three children aged zero to twenty-four months and of the six additional children, three must be school age. A maximum of 10 children if all children are older than 24 months of age. I recommend that you make a copy of the above capacity requirements and post as a reference to ensure that the capacity requirements are met at all times. Note: you cannot increase your capacity to ten (10) children until the effective date of your star rated license. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with you, and a computerized copy was given to you for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. This was not on file for one child enrolled. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. This was not on file for one child enrolled. GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) 1704 Summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to each child's parent, guardian, or full-time custodian before the child was enrolled in the home and/or signed statement was not on file. This was not on file for one child enrolled. GS 110-102 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. During the visit plastic bags were accessible to children. This was corrected during the visit when the plastic bags were stored so they were not accessible to the children. .1719(a)(18) 2031 Operator did not provide a copy of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy to parents at time of enrollment, and / or within fourteen days of a changes to the policy. This was not on file for one child enrolled. .1726(b)&(c) The five (5) violation/s documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by November 18, 2025, stating that all violation/s have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements within the required timeframe, you must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 88%. You were also given a copy of your Compliance History Assessment for your records. Rated License: I received your rated license application on June 23, 2025. You requested to use the previous star rating option. I verified your self assessment/self study was completed for the months of August 2025 to October 2025. I discussed with you that your rated license application can't be processed until I have received your compliance letter. Technical Assistance: The majority of your violations were cited in regard to children's records. So, the following technical assistance was provided. Children’s records are important in child care because they provide essential information needed to ensure each child’s health, safety, and well-being. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records helps staff make informed decisions and remain in compliance with licensing regulations. To prevent missing or incomplete records in the future, programs should implement a regular file review schedule, use checklists to track required documents, and conduct periodic audits to ensure all information remains current and accessible. It is your responsibility to know and met all child care requirements that apply to you at all times. You can access child care rules, forms, and other pertinent information at: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov. You can reach me at 919-819-9348, or email: leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov if you have any questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1719 · Violation

Name of Operation: Luv Buggs Facility ID: 09000160 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 9/9/2025 Number Present: 1 Completed Date: 9/9/2025 Age: From 3 To 3 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 10:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the first Temporary Time Period visit. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective June 5, 2025 to December 5, 2025. An attempted visit was conducted on July 23, 2025. You, Jamie Tate, Operator was present during the visit. All indoor and outdoor areas of the home approved for child care were monitored during the visit. One (1) three-year-old child was present during the visit. They were served waffles, yogurt, and milk. The child fell asleep at the table while eating. The operator removed the child from the table and placed them on a cot. During the visit the child was adequately supervised. One (1) child’s file, program records, and operator files were reviewed during the visit. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with you, and you were also given a computerized copy to keep for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 716 Electrical outlets not in use were not covered. One outlet in the room designated for child care was not covered. This was corrected during the visit when the operator covered the outlet. 10A NCAC .1719(a)(27) 2031 Operator did not provide a copy of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy to parents at time of enrollment, and / or within fourteen days of a changes to the policy. This was not provided to the parent at time of enrollment. .1726(b)&(c) 2048 Products that are labeled “keep out of reach of children” with an additional warning(s) on the label, were not kept in locked storage while children were in care. Products labeled "keep out of reach of children" with additional warnings were stored in the bathroom cabinet but was not locked. This was corrected during the visit when the operator removed the items and placed them in locked storage. 10A NCAC 09 .1719(a)(7) All violations must be corrected immediately. Three (3) violations were cited during today's visit. Two (2) of those violations were corrected during the visit. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by September 23, 2025, addressing how you corrected the violation that was not corrected during the visit. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by September 23, 2025, you must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 87%. The compliance history assessment sheet was given to you at the visit. Rated License Assessment: Education Standards: I verified in the DCDEE WORKS system that you are qualified as a lead teacher with six (6) extra coursework hours in administration. Keep in mind that all education documentation in DCDEE WORKS must be current no later than the fifth month of the temporary license period, as I will be processing your information at that time. The information available in the system at that point will determine the points you receive in Education Standards. Program Standards: You could receive two (2) points in program standards without the FCCERS-3 assessment; however, to receive more than two (2) points in program standards, you will need to have the FCCERS-3 assessment and score at least a 4.0. If you decide you want the FCCERS-3 Assessment conducted, be sure to visit www.ncrlap.org to familiarize yourself with the assessment. I also recommend that you contact the Bladen County Partnership for Children to help you prepare for the assessment. You can contact them at (910) 862-3335. You stated at this time you don’t want to request the FCCERS-3 assessment because you need additional time to prepare for it, if you choose to have it conducted later in the future. Quality Bonus Point: While the facility may meet more than one possible quality point, the facility can only earn a maximum of one quality bonus point. During the visit the quality point options were reviewed with you. Total points and Star Rated License Information: The total points received in both education and program standards and the quality bonus point will determine the star license issued to your FCCH. To receive a three-star license you must earn at least seven points. To receive a four-star license, you must earn at least ten points. To receive a five-star license you must earn at least thirteen points. In order to earn two or more points in Program Standards for the rated license a three-month self- study on the FCCERS-3 must be completed. If you choose to earn at least two points in Program Standards you should begin your three-month self-study immediately, to ensure that it is completed by December 5, 2025. To access this information and to register for a self-study webinar you can visit: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/SelfStudy/FCCH/. This could include, but is not limited to, the following: Self-study/assessment using the FCCERS-3 score sheets List of low scoring items with a plan to improve quality Develop a timeline of making improvements or enhancements to the child care environment Documentation of on-going observations and follow up using the ERS Improvement Plan Self-study assessment based on information provided by a TA Specialist, or a mock assessment completed by the local resource and referral agency. The FCCERS-3 book may be purchased through various retail outlets or some resource and referral agencies. In addition, you can go to www.ncrlap.org for information on the FCCERS-3 process and helpful information. Also, if you meet the requirements for a 4-5 star rated license and plan to provide care to 4-year old’s you will be required to have a curriculum that has been approved by DCDEE. You can review the approved curriculum by visit: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Read/nc-child-care-commission-approved-early-childhood-four-year-old-curricula-2018. Technical Assistance: Items such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and other common household products that have the label “Keep out of reach of children” and additional labels must be kept in locked because of regulatory, health, and safety reasons. Even though these products are everyday household items, many contain, fluoride, alcohol, and other chemical agents that can be toxic if swallowed in large amounts by young children. I discussed with you safe places in your home that you could store the items in locked storage. Reminders: You completed the EPR training on February 13, 2025. You were licensed on June 5, 2025. You should complete and upload your EPR plan within four (4) months of becoming licensed. I discussed with you how to access the NC Risk Management Portal website. Visit the DCDEE website (www.ncchildcare.nc.gov) for updated requirements, forms, and other pertinent information. If you have any questions, you can contact me at 919-819-9348 or, email leisa.benson@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: Luv Buggs Facility ID: 09000160 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 9/9/2025 Number Present: 1 Completed Date: 9/9/2025 Age: From 3 To 3 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 10:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the first Temporary Time Period visit. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective June 5, 2025 to December 5, 2025. An attempted visit was conducted on July 23, 2025. You, Jamie Tate, Operator was present during the visit. All indoor and outdoor areas of the home approved for child care were monitored during the visit. One (1) three-year-old child was present during the visit. They were served waffles, yogurt, and milk. The child fell asleep at the table while eating. The operator removed the child from the table and placed them on a cot. During the visit the child was adequately supervised. One (1) child’s file, program records, and operator files were reviewed during the visit. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with you, and you were also given a computerized copy to keep for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 716 Electrical outlets not in use were not covered. One outlet in the room designated for child care was not covered. This was corrected during the visit when the operator covered the outlet. 10A NCAC .1719(a)(27) 2031 Operator did not provide a copy of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy to parents at time of enrollment, and / or within fourteen days of a changes to the policy. This was not provided to the parent at time of enrollment. .1726(b)&(c) 2048 Products that are labeled “keep out of reach of children” with an additional warning(s) on the label, were not kept in locked storage while children were in care. Products labeled "keep out of reach of children" with additional warnings were stored in the bathroom cabinet but was not locked. This was corrected during the visit when the operator removed the items and placed them in locked storage. 10A NCAC 09 .1719(a)(7) All violations must be corrected immediately. Three (3) violations were cited during today's visit. Two (2) of those violations were corrected during the visit. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by September 23, 2025, addressing how you corrected the violation that was not corrected during the visit. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by September 23, 2025, you must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 87%. The compliance history assessment sheet was given to you at the visit. Rated License Assessment: Education Standards: I verified in the DCDEE WORKS system that you are qualified as a lead teacher with six (6) extra coursework hours in administration. Keep in mind that all education documentation in DCDEE WORKS must be current no later than the fifth month of the temporary license period, as I will be processing your information at that time. The information available in the system at that point will determine the points you receive in Education Standards. Program Standards: You could receive two (2) points in program standards without the FCCERS-3 assessment; however, to receive more than two (2) points in program standards, you will need to have the FCCERS-3 assessment and score at least a 4.0. If you decide you want the FCCERS-3 Assessment conducted, be sure to visit www.ncrlap.org to familiarize yourself with the assessment. I also recommend that you contact the Bladen County Partnership for Children to help you prepare for the assessment. You can contact them at (910) 862-3335. You stated at this time you don’t want to request the FCCERS-3 assessment because you need additional time to prepare for it, if you choose to have it conducted later in the future. Quality Bonus Point: While the facility may meet more than one possible quality point, the facility can only earn a maximum of one quality bonus point. During the visit the quality point options were reviewed with you. Total points and Star Rated License Information: The total points received in both education and program standards and the quality bonus point will determine the star license issued to your FCCH. To receive a three-star license you must earn at least seven points. To receive a four-star license, you must earn at least ten points. To receive a five-star license you must earn at least thirteen points. In order to earn two or more points in Program Standards for the rated license a three-month self- study on the FCCERS-3 must be completed. If you choose to earn at least two points in Program Standards you should begin your three-month self-study immediately, to ensure that it is completed by December 5, 2025. To access this information and to register for a self-study webinar you can visit: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/SelfStudy/FCCH/. This could include, but is not limited to, the following: Self-study/assessment using the FCCERS-3 score sheets List of low scoring items with a plan to improve quality Develop a timeline of making improvements or enhancements to the child care environment Documentation of on-going observations and follow up using the ERS Improvement Plan Self-study assessment based on information provided by a TA Specialist, or a mock assessment completed by the local resource and referral agency. The FCCERS-3 book may be purchased through various retail outlets or some resource and referral agencies. In addition, you can go to www.ncrlap.org for information on the FCCERS-3 process and helpful information. Also, if you meet the requirements for a 4-5 star rated license and plan to provide care to 4-year old’s you will be required to have a curriculum that has been approved by DCDEE. You can review the approved curriculum by visit: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Read/nc-child-care-commission-approved-early-childhood-four-year-old-curricula-2018. Technical Assistance: Items such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and other common household products that have the label “Keep out of reach of children” and additional labels must be kept in locked because of regulatory, health, and safety reasons. Even though these products are everyday household items, many contain, fluoride, alcohol, and other chemical agents that can be toxic if swallowed in large amounts by young children. I discussed with you safe places in your home that you could store the items in locked storage. Reminders: You completed the EPR training on February 13, 2025. You were licensed on June 5, 2025. You should complete and upload your EPR plan within four (4) months of becoming licensed. I discussed with you how to access the NC Risk Management Portal website. Visit the DCDEE website (www.ncchildcare.nc.gov) for updated requirements, forms, and other pertinent information. If you have any questions, you can contact me at 919-819-9348 or, email leisa.benson@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