10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Facility ID: 42000272 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2026 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 2/17/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 115 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 10:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in space #C102, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. You, Z. Sanders, Lead Teacher, were present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued on February 29, 2024, earning seven (7) points in the education component, seven (7) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, the curriculum you are implementing is Creative Curriculum 6th edition as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on March 19, 2025. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 19, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “2” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 20, 2025, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. Fifteen (15) children from ages four (4) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environments. Children throughout the facility were participating in free play in centers and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The children ate the following for lunch: ground meat, corn tortilla chips, pineapple chunks, corn, and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC Pre-K staff are the lead teacher, Z. Sanders, teacher assistant, J. Gardner, teacher assistant C. Kiah. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you use Ages and Stages for your developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument and Circle assessments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: Fall, Winter, and Spring. The first day of school was August 25, 2025. The classroom operates from 7:30 am-3:30 pm. Parent conferences are held quarterly and when needed throughout the year. You stated that you communicate with parents via phone calls and Class Dojo. NC PRE-K MONITORING TOOL: The NC Pre-K Monitoring tool was reviewed. The NC Pre-K monitoring was completed on November 15, 2025. The requirements were met and there were no recommendations or plan for achieving compliance in place. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The violation cited during this visit was corrected during the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. There was an electrical outlet not covered by a protective cover located next to the teacher assistant desk, accessible to children playing in centers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 91%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. OWNER/FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: Halifax County Schools is listed as the current owner of this center. You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: STAFF RECORD: Ten (10) percent of all staff records were reviewed today and were organized, available for review, and in compliance. CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Ten percent (10%) of children’s records were reviewed and found to be in compliance. ELECTRICAL OUTLETS: There was an electrical outlet not covered by a protective cover located next to the teacher assistant desk, accessible to children playing in centers. This was corrected during the visit. QRIS PATHWAYS: Your facility will transition using pathway one: Program Assessment. Your last rated license assessment was February 29, 2024. Your facility will transition prior to February 29, 2017. We discussed the self-study process located at the NC Rated License Assessment Project located at https://ncrlap.org/ . You stated you have been meeting with your NC PreK coordinator and are receiving trainings to help you transition your license. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: You have completed the ABCMS portal and connected your staff to the ABCMS roster. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CLEAN WATER FOR CAROLINA KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you tested your water on July 29, 2024. Child care programs must test their water every three (3) years. You have completed the lead paint and asbestos enrollment and there is no further action needed. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .3009 · Violation

Name of Operation: Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Facility ID: 42000272 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2026 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 2/17/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 115 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 10:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in space #C102, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. You, Z. Sanders, Lead Teacher, were present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued on February 29, 2024, earning seven (7) points in the education component, seven (7) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, the curriculum you are implementing is Creative Curriculum 6th edition as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on March 19, 2025. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 19, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “2” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 20, 2025, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. Fifteen (15) children from ages four (4) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environments. Children throughout the facility were participating in free play in centers and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The children ate the following for lunch: ground meat, corn tortilla chips, pineapple chunks, corn, and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC Pre-K staff are the lead teacher, Z. Sanders, teacher assistant, J. Gardner, teacher assistant C. Kiah. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you use Ages and Stages for your developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument and Circle assessments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: Fall, Winter, and Spring. The first day of school was August 25, 2025. The classroom operates from 7:30 am-3:30 pm. Parent conferences are held quarterly and when needed throughout the year. You stated that you communicate with parents via phone calls and Class Dojo. NC PRE-K MONITORING TOOL: The NC Pre-K Monitoring tool was reviewed. The NC Pre-K monitoring was completed on November 15, 2025. The requirements were met and there were no recommendations or plan for achieving compliance in place. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The violation cited during this visit was corrected during the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. There was an electrical outlet not covered by a protective cover located next to the teacher assistant desk, accessible to children playing in centers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 91%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. OWNER/FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: Halifax County Schools is listed as the current owner of this center. You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: STAFF RECORD: Ten (10) percent of all staff records were reviewed today and were organized, available for review, and in compliance. CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Ten percent (10%) of children’s records were reviewed and found to be in compliance. ELECTRICAL OUTLETS: There was an electrical outlet not covered by a protective cover located next to the teacher assistant desk, accessible to children playing in centers. This was corrected during the visit. QRIS PATHWAYS: Your facility will transition using pathway one: Program Assessment. Your last rated license assessment was February 29, 2024. Your facility will transition prior to February 29, 2017. We discussed the self-study process located at the NC Rated License Assessment Project located at https://ncrlap.org/ . You stated you have been meeting with your NC PreK coordinator and are receiving trainings to help you transition your license. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: You have completed the ABCMS portal and connected your staff to the ABCMS roster. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CLEAN WATER FOR CAROLINA KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you tested your water on July 29, 2024. Child care programs must test their water every three (3) years. You have completed the lead paint and asbestos enrollment and there is no further action needed. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@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: Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Facility ID: 42000272 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2026 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 2/17/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 115 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 10:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in space #C102, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. You, Z. Sanders, Lead Teacher, were present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued on February 29, 2024, earning seven (7) points in the education component, seven (7) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, the curriculum you are implementing is Creative Curriculum 6th edition as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on March 19, 2025. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 19, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “2” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 20, 2025, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. Fifteen (15) children from ages four (4) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environments. Children throughout the facility were participating in free play in centers and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The children ate the following for lunch: ground meat, corn tortilla chips, pineapple chunks, corn, and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC Pre-K staff are the lead teacher, Z. Sanders, teacher assistant, J. Gardner, teacher assistant C. Kiah. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you use Ages and Stages for your developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument and Circle assessments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: Fall, Winter, and Spring. The first day of school was August 25, 2025. The classroom operates from 7:30 am-3:30 pm. Parent conferences are held quarterly and when needed throughout the year. You stated that you communicate with parents via phone calls and Class Dojo. NC PRE-K MONITORING TOOL: The NC Pre-K Monitoring tool was reviewed. The NC Pre-K monitoring was completed on November 15, 2025. The requirements were met and there were no recommendations or plan for achieving compliance in place. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The violation cited during this visit was corrected during the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. There was an electrical outlet not covered by a protective cover located next to the teacher assistant desk, accessible to children playing in centers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 91%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. OWNER/FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: Halifax County Schools is listed as the current owner of this center. You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: STAFF RECORD: Ten (10) percent of all staff records were reviewed today and were organized, available for review, and in compliance. CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Ten percent (10%) of children’s records were reviewed and found to be in compliance. ELECTRICAL OUTLETS: There was an electrical outlet not covered by a protective cover located next to the teacher assistant desk, accessible to children playing in centers. This was corrected during the visit. QRIS PATHWAYS: Your facility will transition using pathway one: Program Assessment. Your last rated license assessment was February 29, 2024. Your facility will transition prior to February 29, 2017. We discussed the self-study process located at the NC Rated License Assessment Project located at https://ncrlap.org/ . You stated you have been meeting with your NC PreK coordinator and are receiving trainings to help you transition your license. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: You have completed the ABCMS portal and connected your staff to the ABCMS roster. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CLEAN WATER FOR CAROLINA KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you tested your water on July 29, 2024. Child care programs must test their water every three (3) years. You have completed the lead paint and asbestos enrollment and there is no further action needed. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@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 .3009 · Violation

Name of Operation: Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Facility ID: 42000272 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/19/2025 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 3/19/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 140 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 11:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in space #C102, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. You, Z. Sanders, Lead Teacher, were present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued on February 29, 2024, earning seven (7) points in the education component, seven (7) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, the curriculum you are implementing is Creative Curriculum 6th edition as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on April 24, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 18, 2024, with a “Superior” classification “4” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on September 4, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. Seventeen (17) children from ages four (4) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environments. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The children ate the following for lunch: chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, diced pears, and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC Pre-K staff are the lead teacher, Z. Sanders, and teacher, J. Gardner. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you use Ages and Stages for your developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument and Circle assessments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: Fall, Winter, and Spring. The first day of school was August 28, 2024. The classroom operates from 7:30 am-3:30 pm. Parent conferences are held quarterly and when needed throughout the year. You stated that you communicate with parents via phone calls and Class Dojo. NC PRE-K MONITORING TOOL: The NC Pre-K Monitoring tool was reviewed. The NC Pre-K monitoring was completed on December 19, 2024. The requirements were met and there were no recommendations or plan for achieving compliance in place. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Ms. Sanders had a health questionnaire form in her file; however, it was not current. The form was dated August 31, 2023. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Ms. Sanders had an emergency information form in her file; however, it was not current. The form was dated August 14, 2023. .0701(a) 1805 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 Moodle training has not been completed. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 2, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 95%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. OWNER/FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: Halifax County Schools is listed as the current owner of this center. You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: STAFF AND CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Ten percent (10%) of children’s records were reviewed and found to be in compliance. Ten percent (10%) of staff records were reviewed. Two items were missing from Z. Sanders’ file. EMERGENCY INFORMATION FORM: Ms. Sanders had an emergency information form in her file; however, it was not current. The form was dated August 14, 2023. The form needs to be updated annually and should have been updated in August 2024. Ms. Sanders completed the form during the visit and placed it in her file. This was corrected during the visit. HEALTH QUESTIONAIRE: Ms. Sanders had a health questionnaire form in her file; however, it was not current. The form was dated August 31, 2023. The form needs to be updated annually and should have been updated in August 2024. Ms. Sanders completed the form during the visit and placed it in her file. This was corrected during the visit. ABCMS CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK MOODLE TRAINING: A reminder email was sent to you on March 10, 2025, reminding you to completed the ABCMS Moodle training. Please refer to this email for additional questions. We discussed the training and how to access it at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. RMINDERS: ANNUAL COMPLIANCE VISIT MONTH The annual compliance month has changed to February due to me conducting today’s visit in the month of March. I will update this in our system and document on a facility input form. START RATED LICENSE/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT RATING SYSTEM (QRIS) UPDATE: The Governor signed 12 bills on July 8, 2024. Including the Adjustments to the Appropriations Act (SB 357), which includes the $67.5 million for reduced compensation payments for the first two quarters of FY 24-25 and the DHHS Agency Bill (Senate Bill 425) which includes the QRIS provisions: • QRIS modernization (3 new pathways to stars) is now approved (SB 425). • Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. • SB 425 does mean that programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies can move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation certificate for processing. • SB 425 also requires that we move to the ERS-3 versions for ECCERS. ITERS and FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. Self-paced online training modules regarding the new assessments will be available in September 2024. • SB 357 provides $67.5 million dollars to continue a reduced level of funding for the compensation portion only of the Child Care Stabilization Grant. Funding is designated for the first two quarters of FY 2024-25 and provides only about 75% of funding needed to maintain compensation payment amounts provided through ARPA funding which ended June 30, 2024. DCDEE will continue to utilize the NC FAST Stabilization Grant portal to distribute funds. CLEAN WATER FOR CAROLINA KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you tested your water on July 29, 2024. Child care programs must test their water every three (3) years. You have completed the lead paint and asbestos enrollment and there is no further action needed. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Facility ID: 42000272 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/19/2025 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 3/19/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 140 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 11:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in space #C102, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. You, Z. Sanders, Lead Teacher, were present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued on February 29, 2024, earning seven (7) points in the education component, seven (7) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, the curriculum you are implementing is Creative Curriculum 6th edition as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on April 24, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 18, 2024, with a “Superior” classification “4” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on September 4, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. Seventeen (17) children from ages four (4) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environments. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The children ate the following for lunch: chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, diced pears, and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC Pre-K staff are the lead teacher, Z. Sanders, and teacher, J. Gardner. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you use Ages and Stages for your developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument and Circle assessments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: Fall, Winter, and Spring. The first day of school was August 28, 2024. The classroom operates from 7:30 am-3:30 pm. Parent conferences are held quarterly and when needed throughout the year. You stated that you communicate with parents via phone calls and Class Dojo. NC PRE-K MONITORING TOOL: The NC Pre-K Monitoring tool was reviewed. The NC Pre-K monitoring was completed on December 19, 2024. The requirements were met and there were no recommendations or plan for achieving compliance in place. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Ms. Sanders had a health questionnaire form in her file; however, it was not current. The form was dated August 31, 2023. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Ms. Sanders had an emergency information form in her file; however, it was not current. The form was dated August 14, 2023. .0701(a) 1805 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 Moodle training has not been completed. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 2, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 95%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. OWNER/FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: Halifax County Schools is listed as the current owner of this center. You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: STAFF AND CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Ten percent (10%) of children’s records were reviewed and found to be in compliance. Ten percent (10%) of staff records were reviewed. Two items were missing from Z. Sanders’ file. EMERGENCY INFORMATION FORM: Ms. Sanders had an emergency information form in her file; however, it was not current. The form was dated August 14, 2023. The form needs to be updated annually and should have been updated in August 2024. Ms. Sanders completed the form during the visit and placed it in her file. This was corrected during the visit. HEALTH QUESTIONAIRE: Ms. Sanders had a health questionnaire form in her file; however, it was not current. The form was dated August 31, 2023. The form needs to be updated annually and should have been updated in August 2024. Ms. Sanders completed the form during the visit and placed it in her file. This was corrected during the visit. ABCMS CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK MOODLE TRAINING: A reminder email was sent to you on March 10, 2025, reminding you to completed the ABCMS Moodle training. Please refer to this email for additional questions. We discussed the training and how to access it at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. RMINDERS: ANNUAL COMPLIANCE VISIT MONTH The annual compliance month has changed to February due to me conducting today’s visit in the month of March. I will update this in our system and document on a facility input form. START RATED LICENSE/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT RATING SYSTEM (QRIS) UPDATE: The Governor signed 12 bills on July 8, 2024. Including the Adjustments to the Appropriations Act (SB 357), which includes the $67.5 million for reduced compensation payments for the first two quarters of FY 24-25 and the DHHS Agency Bill (Senate Bill 425) which includes the QRIS provisions: • QRIS modernization (3 new pathways to stars) is now approved (SB 425). • Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. • SB 425 does mean that programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies can move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation certificate for processing. • SB 425 also requires that we move to the ERS-3 versions for ECCERS. ITERS and FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. Self-paced online training modules regarding the new assessments will be available in September 2024. • SB 357 provides $67.5 million dollars to continue a reduced level of funding for the compensation portion only of the Child Care Stabilization Grant. Funding is designated for the first two quarters of FY 2024-25 and provides only about 75% of funding needed to maintain compensation payment amounts provided through ARPA funding which ended June 30, 2024. DCDEE will continue to utilize the NC FAST Stabilization Grant portal to distribute funds. CLEAN WATER FOR CAROLINA KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you tested your water on July 29, 2024. Child care programs must test their water every three (3) years. You have completed the lead paint and asbestos enrollment and there is no further action needed. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@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: Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Facility ID: 42000272 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/19/2025 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 3/19/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 140 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 11:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in space #C102, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. You, Z. Sanders, Lead Teacher, were present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued on February 29, 2024, earning seven (7) points in the education component, seven (7) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, the curriculum you are implementing is Creative Curriculum 6th edition as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on April 24, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 18, 2024, with a “Superior” classification “4” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on September 4, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. Seventeen (17) children from ages four (4) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environments. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The children ate the following for lunch: chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, diced pears, and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC Pre-K staff are the lead teacher, Z. Sanders, and teacher, J. Gardner. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you use Ages and Stages for your developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument and Circle assessments to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: Fall, Winter, and Spring. The first day of school was August 28, 2024. The classroom operates from 7:30 am-3:30 pm. Parent conferences are held quarterly and when needed throughout the year. You stated that you communicate with parents via phone calls and Class Dojo. NC PRE-K MONITORING TOOL: The NC Pre-K Monitoring tool was reviewed. The NC Pre-K monitoring was completed on December 19, 2024. The requirements were met and there were no recommendations or plan for achieving compliance in place. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Ms. Sanders had a health questionnaire form in her file; however, it was not current. The form was dated August 31, 2023. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Ms. Sanders had an emergency information form in her file; however, it was not current. The form was dated August 14, 2023. .0701(a) 1805 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 Moodle training has not been completed. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 2, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 95%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. OWNER/FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: Halifax County Schools is listed as the current owner of this center. You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: STAFF AND CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Ten percent (10%) of children’s records were reviewed and found to be in compliance. Ten percent (10%) of staff records were reviewed. Two items were missing from Z. Sanders’ file. EMERGENCY INFORMATION FORM: Ms. Sanders had an emergency information form in her file; however, it was not current. The form was dated August 14, 2023. The form needs to be updated annually and should have been updated in August 2024. Ms. Sanders completed the form during the visit and placed it in her file. This was corrected during the visit. HEALTH QUESTIONAIRE: Ms. Sanders had a health questionnaire form in her file; however, it was not current. The form was dated August 31, 2023. The form needs to be updated annually and should have been updated in August 2024. Ms. Sanders completed the form during the visit and placed it in her file. This was corrected during the visit. ABCMS CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK MOODLE TRAINING: A reminder email was sent to you on March 10, 2025, reminding you to completed the ABCMS Moodle training. Please refer to this email for additional questions. We discussed the training and how to access it at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. RMINDERS: ANNUAL COMPLIANCE VISIT MONTH The annual compliance month has changed to February due to me conducting today’s visit in the month of March. I will update this in our system and document on a facility input form. START RATED LICENSE/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT RATING SYSTEM (QRIS) UPDATE: The Governor signed 12 bills on July 8, 2024. Including the Adjustments to the Appropriations Act (SB 357), which includes the $67.5 million for reduced compensation payments for the first two quarters of FY 24-25 and the DHHS Agency Bill (Senate Bill 425) which includes the QRIS provisions: • QRIS modernization (3 new pathways to stars) is now approved (SB 425). • Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. • SB 425 does mean that programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies can move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation certificate for processing. • SB 425 also requires that we move to the ERS-3 versions for ECCERS. ITERS and FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. Self-paced online training modules regarding the new assessments will be available in September 2024. • SB 357 provides $67.5 million dollars to continue a reduced level of funding for the compensation portion only of the Child Care Stabilization Grant. Funding is designated for the first two quarters of FY 2024-25 and provides only about 75% of funding needed to maintain compensation payment amounts provided through ARPA funding which ended June 30, 2024. DCDEE will continue to utilize the NC FAST Stabilization Grant portal to distribute funds. CLEAN WATER FOR CAROLINA KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you tested your water on July 29, 2024. Child care programs must test their water every three (3) years. You have completed the lead paint and asbestos enrollment and there is no further action needed. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@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 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Facility ID: 42000272 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/3/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 12/3/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 138 Time In: 09:12 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. You, Z. Sanders, Lead Teacher, and T. Hedgepeth, Principal were present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued on February 29, 2024, earning seven (7) points in the education component, seven (7) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on April 24, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 18, 2024, with a “Superior” classification “4” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on September 4, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. Sixteen (16) children from ages three (3) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the classroom was completed today. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Upon arrival, the children were participating in personal care routines and free choice play in centers. The children were also observed in the outdoor learning environment. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The children were observed eating the following for lunch: taco ground beef, Doritos, pinto beans, pineapple, and milk. The following were monitored: Supervision, Staff Child Ratio, First Aid, CPR, Special Training, CBC Qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Administration of Medication, Adequate/Approved Space, License Posted, Permit Restrictions, and Program Records. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The violations documented today were corrected during the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. There was not a current activity plan posted in the classroom. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. There was an electrical outlet located next to the group time rug not covered by a protective outlet cover. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. There was hand sanitizer stored on a shelf less than five (5) feet off the ground with an additional warning on it stating if swallowed contact poison control. .2820(b) 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. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit your program’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 97%. OWNER/FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: Halifax County Schools is listed as the current owner of this center. You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS ITEMS: There was hand sanitizer stored on a shelf less than five (5) feet off the ground with an additional warning on it stating if swallowed contact poison control. Please remember any time hand sanitizer has additional warnings besides “keep out of reach of children”, it must be locked up. If the bottle just had “keep out of reach of children” it can be stored five (5) feet off the ground. You have the Hazardous Material poster on your cabinet, please refer to it when you have questions. You immediately locked up the hand sanitizer. This was corrected during the visit. SAFETY AND HEALTH: There was an electrical outlet located next to the group time rug not covered by a protective outlet cover. All electrical outlets when not in use must be covered by a protective outlet cover or by a piece of furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by the children. You immediately cover the electrical outlet with a protective cover. This was corrected during the visit. ACTIVITY PLAN: There was not a current activity plan posted in the classroom. You stated you have your lesson plan on your computer and have not printed out a new one for the week. You must always have a current activity plan posted with the required developmental domains and activities you plan to implement during the week. You printed the activity plan and posted it on the bulleting board. This was corrected during the visit. REMINDERS: DCDEE WORKS: Please continue to keep your Staff and Training worksheets up to date. Update the worksheets when changes are made, such as hiring new staff, additional coursework, and completed training. We discussed making sure new employees you hire and any current staff working on education submit any education transcripts to the “WORKS” system, so their education can be evaluated. If the education information is not in the “WORKS” system when the star-rated license is reassessed it could affect the points in Education Standards. Please print each staff member’s DCDEE WORKS letter and file. Please contact the WORKS department if you have questions about what is needed. The information is below 919-814-6350 or dcdee.works@dhhs.nc.gov. START RATED LICENSE/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT RATING SYSTEM (QRIS) UPDATE: The Governor signed 12 bills on July 8, 2024. Including the Adjustments to the Appropriations Act (SB 357), which includes the $67.5 million for reduced compensation payments for the first two quarters of FY 24-25 and the DHHS Agency Bill (Senate Bill 425) which includes the QRIS provisions: • QRIS modernization (3 new pathways to stars) is now approved (SB 425). • Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. • SB 425 does mean that programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies can move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation certificate for processing. • SB 425 also requires that we move to the ERS-3 versions for ECCERS. ITERS and FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. Self-paced online training modules regarding the new assessments will be available in September 2024. • SB 357 provides $67.5 million dollars to continue a reduced level of funding for the compensation portion only of the Child Care Stabilization Grant. Funding is designated for the first two quarters of FY 2024-25 and provides only about 75% of funding needed to maintain compensation payment amounts provided through ARPA funding which ended June 30, 2024. DCDEE will continue to utilize the NC FAST Stabilization Grant portal to distribute funds. CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you have completed your lead water testing on July 29, 2024. The website indicates mitigation is pending. You tested again on October 16, 2024. You have also completed enrollment in the lead paint and asbestos. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that INBORDEN ELEMENTARY S.T.E.A.M ACADEMY PRE-K was exempt from the lead-based paint assessment requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1978 and no lead-based paint was used in order to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C.1004. No additional action is required by the facility. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that INBORDEN ELEMENTARY S.T.E.A.M ACADEMY PRE-K was exempt from asbestos inspection requirements. The facility provided appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1988 to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C .1003. No additional action is required by the facility. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@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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GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Facility ID: 42000272 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/3/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 12/3/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 138 Time In: 09:12 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. You, Z. Sanders, Lead Teacher, and T. Hedgepeth, Principal were present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued on February 29, 2024, earning seven (7) points in the education component, seven (7) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on April 24, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 18, 2024, with a “Superior” classification “4” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on September 4, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. Sixteen (16) children from ages three (3) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the classroom was completed today. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Upon arrival, the children were participating in personal care routines and free choice play in centers. The children were also observed in the outdoor learning environment. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The children were observed eating the following for lunch: taco ground beef, Doritos, pinto beans, pineapple, and milk. The following were monitored: Supervision, Staff Child Ratio, First Aid, CPR, Special Training, CBC Qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Administration of Medication, Adequate/Approved Space, License Posted, Permit Restrictions, and Program Records. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The violations documented today were corrected during the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. There was not a current activity plan posted in the classroom. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. There was an electrical outlet located next to the group time rug not covered by a protective outlet cover. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. There was hand sanitizer stored on a shelf less than five (5) feet off the ground with an additional warning on it stating if swallowed contact poison control. .2820(b) 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. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit your program’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 97%. OWNER/FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: Halifax County Schools is listed as the current owner of this center. You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS ITEMS: There was hand sanitizer stored on a shelf less than five (5) feet off the ground with an additional warning on it stating if swallowed contact poison control. Please remember any time hand sanitizer has additional warnings besides “keep out of reach of children”, it must be locked up. If the bottle just had “keep out of reach of children” it can be stored five (5) feet off the ground. You have the Hazardous Material poster on your cabinet, please refer to it when you have questions. You immediately locked up the hand sanitizer. This was corrected during the visit. SAFETY AND HEALTH: There was an electrical outlet located next to the group time rug not covered by a protective outlet cover. All electrical outlets when not in use must be covered by a protective outlet cover or by a piece of furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by the children. You immediately cover the electrical outlet with a protective cover. This was corrected during the visit. ACTIVITY PLAN: There was not a current activity plan posted in the classroom. You stated you have your lesson plan on your computer and have not printed out a new one for the week. You must always have a current activity plan posted with the required developmental domains and activities you plan to implement during the week. You printed the activity plan and posted it on the bulleting board. This was corrected during the visit. REMINDERS: DCDEE WORKS: Please continue to keep your Staff and Training worksheets up to date. Update the worksheets when changes are made, such as hiring new staff, additional coursework, and completed training. We discussed making sure new employees you hire and any current staff working on education submit any education transcripts to the “WORKS” system, so their education can be evaluated. If the education information is not in the “WORKS” system when the star-rated license is reassessed it could affect the points in Education Standards. Please print each staff member’s DCDEE WORKS letter and file. Please contact the WORKS department if you have questions about what is needed. The information is below 919-814-6350 or dcdee.works@dhhs.nc.gov. START RATED LICENSE/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT RATING SYSTEM (QRIS) UPDATE: The Governor signed 12 bills on July 8, 2024. Including the Adjustments to the Appropriations Act (SB 357), which includes the $67.5 million for reduced compensation payments for the first two quarters of FY 24-25 and the DHHS Agency Bill (Senate Bill 425) which includes the QRIS provisions: • QRIS modernization (3 new pathways to stars) is now approved (SB 425). • Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. • SB 425 does mean that programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies can move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation certificate for processing. • SB 425 also requires that we move to the ERS-3 versions for ECCERS. ITERS and FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. Self-paced online training modules regarding the new assessments will be available in September 2024. • SB 357 provides $67.5 million dollars to continue a reduced level of funding for the compensation portion only of the Child Care Stabilization Grant. Funding is designated for the first two quarters of FY 2024-25 and provides only about 75% of funding needed to maintain compensation payment amounts provided through ARPA funding which ended June 30, 2024. DCDEE will continue to utilize the NC FAST Stabilization Grant portal to distribute funds. CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you have completed your lead water testing on July 29, 2024. The website indicates mitigation is pending. You tested again on October 16, 2024. You have also completed enrollment in the lead paint and asbestos. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that INBORDEN ELEMENTARY S.T.E.A.M ACADEMY PRE-K was exempt from the lead-based paint assessment requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1978 and no lead-based paint was used in order to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C.1004. No additional action is required by the facility. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that INBORDEN ELEMENTARY S.T.E.A.M ACADEMY PRE-K was exempt from asbestos inspection requirements. The facility provided appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1988 to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C .1003. No additional action is required by the facility. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@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: Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Facility ID: 42000272 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/3/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 12/3/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 138 Time In: 09:12 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. You, Z. Sanders, Lead Teacher, and T. Hedgepeth, Principal were present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued on February 29, 2024, earning seven (7) points in the education component, seven (7) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on April 24, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 18, 2024, with a “Superior” classification “4” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on September 4, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. Sixteen (16) children from ages three (3) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the classroom was completed today. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Upon arrival, the children were participating in personal care routines and free choice play in centers. The children were also observed in the outdoor learning environment. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The children were observed eating the following for lunch: taco ground beef, Doritos, pinto beans, pineapple, and milk. The following were monitored: Supervision, Staff Child Ratio, First Aid, CPR, Special Training, CBC Qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Administration of Medication, Adequate/Approved Space, License Posted, Permit Restrictions, and Program Records. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The violations documented today were corrected during the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. There was not a current activity plan posted in the classroom. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. There was an electrical outlet located next to the group time rug not covered by a protective outlet cover. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. There was hand sanitizer stored on a shelf less than five (5) feet off the ground with an additional warning on it stating if swallowed contact poison control. .2820(b) 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. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit your program’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 97%. OWNER/FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: Halifax County Schools is listed as the current owner of this center. You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS ITEMS: There was hand sanitizer stored on a shelf less than five (5) feet off the ground with an additional warning on it stating if swallowed contact poison control. Please remember any time hand sanitizer has additional warnings besides “keep out of reach of children”, it must be locked up. If the bottle just had “keep out of reach of children” it can be stored five (5) feet off the ground. You have the Hazardous Material poster on your cabinet, please refer to it when you have questions. You immediately locked up the hand sanitizer. This was corrected during the visit. SAFETY AND HEALTH: There was an electrical outlet located next to the group time rug not covered by a protective outlet cover. All electrical outlets when not in use must be covered by a protective outlet cover or by a piece of furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by the children. You immediately cover the electrical outlet with a protective cover. This was corrected during the visit. ACTIVITY PLAN: There was not a current activity plan posted in the classroom. You stated you have your lesson plan on your computer and have not printed out a new one for the week. You must always have a current activity plan posted with the required developmental domains and activities you plan to implement during the week. You printed the activity plan and posted it on the bulleting board. This was corrected during the visit. REMINDERS: DCDEE WORKS: Please continue to keep your Staff and Training worksheets up to date. Update the worksheets when changes are made, such as hiring new staff, additional coursework, and completed training. We discussed making sure new employees you hire and any current staff working on education submit any education transcripts to the “WORKS” system, so their education can be evaluated. If the education information is not in the “WORKS” system when the star-rated license is reassessed it could affect the points in Education Standards. Please print each staff member’s DCDEE WORKS letter and file. Please contact the WORKS department if you have questions about what is needed. The information is below 919-814-6350 or dcdee.works@dhhs.nc.gov. START RATED LICENSE/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT RATING SYSTEM (QRIS) UPDATE: The Governor signed 12 bills on July 8, 2024. Including the Adjustments to the Appropriations Act (SB 357), which includes the $67.5 million for reduced compensation payments for the first two quarters of FY 24-25 and the DHHS Agency Bill (Senate Bill 425) which includes the QRIS provisions: • QRIS modernization (3 new pathways to stars) is now approved (SB 425). • Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. • SB 425 does mean that programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies can move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation certificate for processing. • SB 425 also requires that we move to the ERS-3 versions for ECCERS. ITERS and FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. Self-paced online training modules regarding the new assessments will be available in September 2024. • SB 357 provides $67.5 million dollars to continue a reduced level of funding for the compensation portion only of the Child Care Stabilization Grant. Funding is designated for the first two quarters of FY 2024-25 and provides only about 75% of funding needed to maintain compensation payment amounts provided through ARPA funding which ended June 30, 2024. DCDEE will continue to utilize the NC FAST Stabilization Grant portal to distribute funds. CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you have completed your lead water testing on July 29, 2024. The website indicates mitigation is pending. You tested again on October 16, 2024. You have also completed enrollment in the lead paint and asbestos. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that INBORDEN ELEMENTARY S.T.E.A.M ACADEMY PRE-K was exempt from the lead-based paint assessment requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1978 and no lead-based paint was used in order to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C.1004. No additional action is required by the facility. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that INBORDEN ELEMENTARY S.T.E.A.M ACADEMY PRE-K was exempt from asbestos inspection requirements. The facility provided appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1988 to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C .1003. No additional action is required by the facility. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@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 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Facility ID: 42000272 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/24/2024 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 4/24/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 08:00 AM Time Out: 12:15 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. T. Hedgepeth, Principal and Z. Sanders, Lead teacher assisted with the visit. S. Henderson, NC Pre-K Coordinator was also present during the visit. This center currently operates with a five-star license, earning seven points in the education component, seven points in the program standard component and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and infrastructure of parent involvement. This is your program’s first annual compliance visit. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 6, 2023, earning a “Superior” classification. The fire inspection was completed on August 21, 2023, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The center continues to meet enhanced space and reduc3d ratios. Thirteen (13) children were observed in care today. Children were engaged in morning activities, free choice play with developmentally age-appropriate materials in various activity areas, outdoor play, completing toileting and hand washing routines, and interacting with teachers. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 99% as of April 23, 2024. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival and departure times were not documented for ten children from the dates of April 17, 2024, to April 24, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 826 Gates to the fenced outdoor play area did not remain closed while children occupied the area. The latch on the gate to the fenced outdoor play area was broken; therefore, the fence did not remain closed while children were playing. .0605(i) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. Documentation was not on file verifying the program staff discussed the operational policies with parents on or before the child's first day. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1207 Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center. Documentation was not on file verifying the center’s parent participation plan was discussed or given to the parent of one child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0515(a) 1329 Application for enrollment did not include all required information. The application on file for one preschool child enrolled did not include emergency medical care information, and particular fears of the child. .0801(a)(1-7) verification letter to me describing how the violations were corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before May 8, 2024. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. OWNERSHIP STATUS: Halifax County School is listed as the owner of this program. Prior to making changes in the ownership status, contact me to discuss ownership procedures. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the phone number email address and mailing address listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me at 252-214-2709 or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. NC PRE-K REQUIREMENTS: This program currently has one NC Pre-K classroom serving a total of eighteen children. Lesson plans for August 2023 to April 2024 were reviewed today. Children were engaged in activities documented on the lesson plan reviewed. Staff observed working in the classrooms were the same listed in the NC Pre-K plan. Staff interacted with children in a positive and nurturing manner. Staff reported the program uses the Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold. The teacher stated the program uses Ages & Stages developmental screening tool. Screenings were completed and on file in children records reviewed today. The program’s monitoring tool was reviewed, and no concerns identified. Menus for the months of September 2023 through April 2024 were reviewed. Food provided were the same listed on the menu today. The lead teacher stated parental involvement activities included Grandparents Day, classroom projects, homebased projects; however, there was not documentation verifying participation. GATES: The gates to the outdoor areas used by children should be closed securely while occupied. The latch on the gate enclosing the outdoor play area was broken and the gate remained open while the children played. I informed you the gate must be closed to ensure the safety of children. We discussed getting the latch on the gate fixed. Staff should adequately supervise all areas of the playground, especially near the gate to ensure children do not leave the play space. ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE: Arrival and departure times must be documented when children arrive and leave the facility each day. The arrival and departure logs are kept up front in the office for parents to sign when children are dropped off and picked up. It was recommended you have someone designated to monitor arrival and departure logs to ensure parents are documenting the required information. It is important to maintain awareness of the times children are present at the center. Staff should send reminders home to parents asking that they include the times when signing their child/children in the mornings and afternoons. RECORDKEEPING: Based on my review of children’s records, the required information was missing from the application. I recommend reviewing documents received from parents during enrollment to ensure they are complete. You stated you would have the parent update the application with missing information. Information such as medical authorization, health care party of choice and children’s fears are important to ensuring children can be treated in case of an emergency as well as staff learning about the uniqueness of children in care. Operational policies and procedures should be reviewed and given to parents during enrollment. This document provides parents with information needed regarding the operation of your program. DIAPER CHANGE REQUIREMENTS: Staff stated diaper changing is completed in the classroom next door to the license space. I informed the NC Pre-K Coordinator and staff that children could not utilize unlicensed space. I further shared contact should be made to Environmental Health to obtain guidance on the appropriate procedures for diaper/pull-up changes of children. This would also be a good time to discuss hand washing and the proper location for a diaper changing table if needed. Diaper changing was not observed today. ADDIND CLASSROOMS: The NC Pre-K Coordinator asked about licensure differences between operating a NC Pre-K classroom versus an EC classroom. We discussed the requirements for licensure and whether the classroom will be blended with NC Pre-K children or children with exceptional needs only. Further research will be done, and additional information will be provided later to answer questions asked. LEAD WATER/PAINT AND ASBESTOS: We discussed the rule requirements and information concerning Lead in Water/Paint and Asbestos. The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program is expanding to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. There are webinars that child care providers can watch to get instructions. Go to https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ for more information. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test for lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. All existing licensed programs must complete the application summary for their program regarding lead paint and asbestos by May 1, 2024. The application is on the https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ website. CHILD CARE RULE UPDATES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 2024: Please ensure you are using the updated rule book dated January 1, 2024, and review information in the DCDEE Moodle regarding the updated rule changes. You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. If you do not have an NCID, use this link to get one: https://ncid.nc.gov. Rule training modules can be found in the same course as the October 2017 Child Care Rule Rollout. If you are unfamiliar with the Child Care Rule Rollout within Moodle and how to navigate, please visit: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Learning-Resources/How-to-Navigate-Moodle. To get help with Moodle, email DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-9326. PROVIDER ACCESS to the BACKGROUND CHECK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM DCDEE has launched the Provider Portal for ABCMS effective February 1, 2024. This access will allow providers to: •See applicants that associate themselves with their facility and allow them to “hire” the applicant to their roster •See the real-time background check status of staff members •Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. We will grant your access within 2 business days. Please do not use this email account to ask background check questions. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@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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10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Facility ID: 42000272 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/24/2024 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 4/24/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 08:00 AM Time Out: 12:15 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. T. Hedgepeth, Principal and Z. Sanders, Lead teacher assisted with the visit. S. Henderson, NC Pre-K Coordinator was also present during the visit. This center currently operates with a five-star license, earning seven points in the education component, seven points in the program standard component and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and infrastructure of parent involvement. This is your program’s first annual compliance visit. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 6, 2023, earning a “Superior” classification. The fire inspection was completed on August 21, 2023, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The center continues to meet enhanced space and reduc3d ratios. Thirteen (13) children were observed in care today. Children were engaged in morning activities, free choice play with developmentally age-appropriate materials in various activity areas, outdoor play, completing toileting and hand washing routines, and interacting with teachers. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 99% as of April 23, 2024. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival and departure times were not documented for ten children from the dates of April 17, 2024, to April 24, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 826 Gates to the fenced outdoor play area did not remain closed while children occupied the area. The latch on the gate to the fenced outdoor play area was broken; therefore, the fence did not remain closed while children were playing. .0605(i) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. Documentation was not on file verifying the program staff discussed the operational policies with parents on or before the child's first day. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1207 Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center. Documentation was not on file verifying the center’s parent participation plan was discussed or given to the parent of one child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0515(a) 1329 Application for enrollment did not include all required information. The application on file for one preschool child enrolled did not include emergency medical care information, and particular fears of the child. .0801(a)(1-7) verification letter to me describing how the violations were corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before May 8, 2024. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. OWNERSHIP STATUS: Halifax County School is listed as the owner of this program. Prior to making changes in the ownership status, contact me to discuss ownership procedures. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the phone number email address and mailing address listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me at 252-214-2709 or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. NC PRE-K REQUIREMENTS: This program currently has one NC Pre-K classroom serving a total of eighteen children. Lesson plans for August 2023 to April 2024 were reviewed today. Children were engaged in activities documented on the lesson plan reviewed. Staff observed working in the classrooms were the same listed in the NC Pre-K plan. Staff interacted with children in a positive and nurturing manner. Staff reported the program uses the Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold. The teacher stated the program uses Ages & Stages developmental screening tool. Screenings were completed and on file in children records reviewed today. The program’s monitoring tool was reviewed, and no concerns identified. Menus for the months of September 2023 through April 2024 were reviewed. Food provided were the same listed on the menu today. The lead teacher stated parental involvement activities included Grandparents Day, classroom projects, homebased projects; however, there was not documentation verifying participation. GATES: The gates to the outdoor areas used by children should be closed securely while occupied. The latch on the gate enclosing the outdoor play area was broken and the gate remained open while the children played. I informed you the gate must be closed to ensure the safety of children. We discussed getting the latch on the gate fixed. Staff should adequately supervise all areas of the playground, especially near the gate to ensure children do not leave the play space. ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE: Arrival and departure times must be documented when children arrive and leave the facility each day. The arrival and departure logs are kept up front in the office for parents to sign when children are dropped off and picked up. It was recommended you have someone designated to monitor arrival and departure logs to ensure parents are documenting the required information. It is important to maintain awareness of the times children are present at the center. Staff should send reminders home to parents asking that they include the times when signing their child/children in the mornings and afternoons. RECORDKEEPING: Based on my review of children’s records, the required information was missing from the application. I recommend reviewing documents received from parents during enrollment to ensure they are complete. You stated you would have the parent update the application with missing information. Information such as medical authorization, health care party of choice and children’s fears are important to ensuring children can be treated in case of an emergency as well as staff learning about the uniqueness of children in care. Operational policies and procedures should be reviewed and given to parents during enrollment. This document provides parents with information needed regarding the operation of your program. DIAPER CHANGE REQUIREMENTS: Staff stated diaper changing is completed in the classroom next door to the license space. I informed the NC Pre-K Coordinator and staff that children could not utilize unlicensed space. I further shared contact should be made to Environmental Health to obtain guidance on the appropriate procedures for diaper/pull-up changes of children. This would also be a good time to discuss hand washing and the proper location for a diaper changing table if needed. Diaper changing was not observed today. ADDIND CLASSROOMS: The NC Pre-K Coordinator asked about licensure differences between operating a NC Pre-K classroom versus an EC classroom. We discussed the requirements for licensure and whether the classroom will be blended with NC Pre-K children or children with exceptional needs only. Further research will be done, and additional information will be provided later to answer questions asked. LEAD WATER/PAINT AND ASBESTOS: We discussed the rule requirements and information concerning Lead in Water/Paint and Asbestos. The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program is expanding to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. There are webinars that child care providers can watch to get instructions. Go to https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ for more information. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test for lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. All existing licensed programs must complete the application summary for their program regarding lead paint and asbestos by May 1, 2024. The application is on the https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ website. CHILD CARE RULE UPDATES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 2024: Please ensure you are using the updated rule book dated January 1, 2024, and review information in the DCDEE Moodle regarding the updated rule changes. You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. If you do not have an NCID, use this link to get one: https://ncid.nc.gov. Rule training modules can be found in the same course as the October 2017 Child Care Rule Rollout. If you are unfamiliar with the Child Care Rule Rollout within Moodle and how to navigate, please visit: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Learning-Resources/How-to-Navigate-Moodle. To get help with Moodle, email DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-9326. PROVIDER ACCESS to the BACKGROUND CHECK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM DCDEE has launched the Provider Portal for ABCMS effective February 1, 2024. This access will allow providers to: •See applicants that associate themselves with their facility and allow them to “hire” the applicant to their roster •See the real-time background check status of staff members •Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. We will grant your access within 2 business days. Please do not use this email account to ask background check questions. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@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 .0515 · Violation

Name of Operation: Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Facility ID: 42000272 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/24/2024 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 4/24/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 08:00 AM Time Out: 12:15 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. T. Hedgepeth, Principal and Z. Sanders, Lead teacher assisted with the visit. S. Henderson, NC Pre-K Coordinator was also present during the visit. This center currently operates with a five-star license, earning seven points in the education component, seven points in the program standard component and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and infrastructure of parent involvement. This is your program’s first annual compliance visit. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 6, 2023, earning a “Superior” classification. The fire inspection was completed on August 21, 2023, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The center continues to meet enhanced space and reduc3d ratios. Thirteen (13) children were observed in care today. Children were engaged in morning activities, free choice play with developmentally age-appropriate materials in various activity areas, outdoor play, completing toileting and hand washing routines, and interacting with teachers. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 99% as of April 23, 2024. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival and departure times were not documented for ten children from the dates of April 17, 2024, to April 24, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 826 Gates to the fenced outdoor play area did not remain closed while children occupied the area. The latch on the gate to the fenced outdoor play area was broken; therefore, the fence did not remain closed while children were playing. .0605(i) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. Documentation was not on file verifying the program staff discussed the operational policies with parents on or before the child's first day. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1207 Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center. Documentation was not on file verifying the center’s parent participation plan was discussed or given to the parent of one child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0515(a) 1329 Application for enrollment did not include all required information. The application on file for one preschool child enrolled did not include emergency medical care information, and particular fears of the child. .0801(a)(1-7) verification letter to me describing how the violations were corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before May 8, 2024. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. OWNERSHIP STATUS: Halifax County School is listed as the owner of this program. Prior to making changes in the ownership status, contact me to discuss ownership procedures. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the phone number email address and mailing address listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me at 252-214-2709 or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. NC PRE-K REQUIREMENTS: This program currently has one NC Pre-K classroom serving a total of eighteen children. Lesson plans for August 2023 to April 2024 were reviewed today. Children were engaged in activities documented on the lesson plan reviewed. Staff observed working in the classrooms were the same listed in the NC Pre-K plan. Staff interacted with children in a positive and nurturing manner. Staff reported the program uses the Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold. The teacher stated the program uses Ages & Stages developmental screening tool. Screenings were completed and on file in children records reviewed today. The program’s monitoring tool was reviewed, and no concerns identified. Menus for the months of September 2023 through April 2024 were reviewed. Food provided were the same listed on the menu today. The lead teacher stated parental involvement activities included Grandparents Day, classroom projects, homebased projects; however, there was not documentation verifying participation. GATES: The gates to the outdoor areas used by children should be closed securely while occupied. The latch on the gate enclosing the outdoor play area was broken and the gate remained open while the children played. I informed you the gate must be closed to ensure the safety of children. We discussed getting the latch on the gate fixed. Staff should adequately supervise all areas of the playground, especially near the gate to ensure children do not leave the play space. ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE: Arrival and departure times must be documented when children arrive and leave the facility each day. The arrival and departure logs are kept up front in the office for parents to sign when children are dropped off and picked up. It was recommended you have someone designated to monitor arrival and departure logs to ensure parents are documenting the required information. It is important to maintain awareness of the times children are present at the center. Staff should send reminders home to parents asking that they include the times when signing their child/children in the mornings and afternoons. RECORDKEEPING: Based on my review of children’s records, the required information was missing from the application. I recommend reviewing documents received from parents during enrollment to ensure they are complete. You stated you would have the parent update the application with missing information. Information such as medical authorization, health care party of choice and children’s fears are important to ensuring children can be treated in case of an emergency as well as staff learning about the uniqueness of children in care. Operational policies and procedures should be reviewed and given to parents during enrollment. This document provides parents with information needed regarding the operation of your program. DIAPER CHANGE REQUIREMENTS: Staff stated diaper changing is completed in the classroom next door to the license space. I informed the NC Pre-K Coordinator and staff that children could not utilize unlicensed space. I further shared contact should be made to Environmental Health to obtain guidance on the appropriate procedures for diaper/pull-up changes of children. This would also be a good time to discuss hand washing and the proper location for a diaper changing table if needed. Diaper changing was not observed today. ADDIND CLASSROOMS: The NC Pre-K Coordinator asked about licensure differences between operating a NC Pre-K classroom versus an EC classroom. We discussed the requirements for licensure and whether the classroom will be blended with NC Pre-K children or children with exceptional needs only. Further research will be done, and additional information will be provided later to answer questions asked. LEAD WATER/PAINT AND ASBESTOS: We discussed the rule requirements and information concerning Lead in Water/Paint and Asbestos. The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program is expanding to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. There are webinars that child care providers can watch to get instructions. Go to https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ for more information. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test for lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. All existing licensed programs must complete the application summary for their program regarding lead paint and asbestos by May 1, 2024. The application is on the https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ website. CHILD CARE RULE UPDATES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 2024: Please ensure you are using the updated rule book dated January 1, 2024, and review information in the DCDEE Moodle regarding the updated rule changes. You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. If you do not have an NCID, use this link to get one: https://ncid.nc.gov. Rule training modules can be found in the same course as the October 2017 Child Care Rule Rollout. If you are unfamiliar with the Child Care Rule Rollout within Moodle and how to navigate, please visit: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Learning-Resources/How-to-Navigate-Moodle. To get help with Moodle, email DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-9326. PROVIDER ACCESS to the BACKGROUND CHECK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM DCDEE has launched the Provider Portal for ABCMS effective February 1, 2024. This access will allow providers to: •See applicants that associate themselves with their facility and allow them to “hire” the applicant to their roster •See the real-time background check status of staff members •Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. We will grant your access within 2 business days. Please do not use this email account to ask background check questions. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@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