Alpha Omega Day Academy, Inc.

10A NCAC 09 .1721 · Violation

Name of Operation: ALPHA OMEGA DAY ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 26002171 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 4/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance Visit including health and safety training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed May 2, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 94%, which exceeds requirements as outlined in North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a four (4) Star License issued June 11, 2021. License was based on the program earning seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option: Infant capacity restricted to no more than two children under one year of age. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Carole Lewis and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed January 16, 2025. An updated wall placard was posted however the operator stated a copy of the sanitation report was not provided to her during the inspection visit. An email was sent to the local environmental health agency requesting a copy of the report. Carole Lewis, Owner/Operator, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. Two preschool-aged children were present in the child care area of the home including the operators’ preschool-aged grandchild. I observed the operator and children discuss Earth Day and complete an art activity. Children used paper coffee filters glued to construction paper and colored them with blue and green markers making it look like earth. The operator encouraged children to complete hand washing routines before transitioning to free choice activities in interest centers. Children cooked pretend meals with foods and cooking utensils in dramatic play and stacked Lego blocks in the manipulative area. Positive interactions and rich conversations occurred throughout the visit. The operator was observed assisting the child with cleaning up the area and preparing for outdoor play. Once outdoors, children noticed a duck from the neighborhood pond walking in the yard with her ducklings. The operator and children watched from afar, counting the number of ducklings. While outdoors, the rain started and the operator transitioned children indoors and begin preparing for mealtime. Toileting and hand washing occurred. For lunch, children were served beans and franks, sliced wheat bread, rice, fresh strawberries, and milk. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored during today’s visit. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers and Statements of Responsibility forms were completed during today’s visit. The most recent fire drill was completed on April 22, 2025 and the most recent lockdown emergency drill was conducted on February 2, 2025. The monthly outdoor inspection was conducted on April 18, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with C. Lewis. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. A copy of a health assessment was not on file for child K.M. enrolled on August 9, 2024. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. A copy of the immunization record was not on file for child K.M. enrolled on August 9, 2024. GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) 925 Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home. The parent's signed/dated document stating their receipt of the facility's discipline policy was not on file for child H.L.C. G.S.110-91(10); .1727(a)&(b) 2003 Operator and/or staff member did not have permission from the parent to walk children off-premises for play or outings. The parent's signed form stating the operator has permission to take children off premises for play, outside the fenced area, and outings was not on file for child H.L.C. .1723(15)(a ) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on May 7, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Reminders: Medical Report: A violation for a child’s health assessment not being on file was cited during today’s visit. As a reminder, children’s health assessments must be on file within 30 days of enrollment. completed prior to the first day of work. Refer to G.S. 110-91(1);.1721(a)(1). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Children’s File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in children’s records. Immunization : A violation was cited today for a child’s immunization not being on file. This operator stated the document had been emailed to her however a copy was not placed in the file. The operator stated she was make a copy and put it in the child’s record. Refer to Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(2). Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: Through this initiative, we hope to increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09.1721 · Violation

Name of Operation: ALPHA OMEGA DAY ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 26002171 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 4/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance Visit including health and safety training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed May 2, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 94%, which exceeds requirements as outlined in North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a four (4) Star License issued June 11, 2021. License was based on the program earning seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option: Infant capacity restricted to no more than two children under one year of age. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Carole Lewis and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed January 16, 2025. An updated wall placard was posted however the operator stated a copy of the sanitation report was not provided to her during the inspection visit. An email was sent to the local environmental health agency requesting a copy of the report. Carole Lewis, Owner/Operator, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. Two preschool-aged children were present in the child care area of the home including the operators’ preschool-aged grandchild. I observed the operator and children discuss Earth Day and complete an art activity. Children used paper coffee filters glued to construction paper and colored them with blue and green markers making it look like earth. The operator encouraged children to complete hand washing routines before transitioning to free choice activities in interest centers. Children cooked pretend meals with foods and cooking utensils in dramatic play and stacked Lego blocks in the manipulative area. Positive interactions and rich conversations occurred throughout the visit. The operator was observed assisting the child with cleaning up the area and preparing for outdoor play. Once outdoors, children noticed a duck from the neighborhood pond walking in the yard with her ducklings. The operator and children watched from afar, counting the number of ducklings. While outdoors, the rain started and the operator transitioned children indoors and begin preparing for mealtime. Toileting and hand washing occurred. For lunch, children were served beans and franks, sliced wheat bread, rice, fresh strawberries, and milk. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored during today’s visit. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers and Statements of Responsibility forms were completed during today’s visit. The most recent fire drill was completed on April 22, 2025 and the most recent lockdown emergency drill was conducted on February 2, 2025. The monthly outdoor inspection was conducted on April 18, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with C. Lewis. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. A copy of a health assessment was not on file for child K.M. enrolled on August 9, 2024. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. A copy of the immunization record was not on file for child K.M. enrolled on August 9, 2024. GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) 925 Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home. The parent's signed/dated document stating their receipt of the facility's discipline policy was not on file for child H.L.C. G.S.110-91(10); .1727(a)&(b) 2003 Operator and/or staff member did not have permission from the parent to walk children off-premises for play or outings. The parent's signed form stating the operator has permission to take children off premises for play, outside the fenced area, and outings was not on file for child H.L.C. .1723(15)(a ) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on May 7, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Reminders: Medical Report: A violation for a child’s health assessment not being on file was cited during today’s visit. As a reminder, children’s health assessments must be on file within 30 days of enrollment. completed prior to the first day of work. Refer to G.S. 110-91(1);.1721(a)(1). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Children’s File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in children’s records. Immunization : A violation was cited today for a child’s immunization not being on file. This operator stated the document had been emailed to her however a copy was not placed in the file. The operator stated she was make a copy and put it in the child’s record. Refer to Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(2). Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: Through this initiative, we hope to increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ALPHA OMEGA DAY ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 26002171 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 4/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance Visit including health and safety training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed May 2, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 94%, which exceeds requirements as outlined in North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a four (4) Star License issued June 11, 2021. License was based on the program earning seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option: Infant capacity restricted to no more than two children under one year of age. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Carole Lewis and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed January 16, 2025. An updated wall placard was posted however the operator stated a copy of the sanitation report was not provided to her during the inspection visit. An email was sent to the local environmental health agency requesting a copy of the report. Carole Lewis, Owner/Operator, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. Two preschool-aged children were present in the child care area of the home including the operators’ preschool-aged grandchild. I observed the operator and children discuss Earth Day and complete an art activity. Children used paper coffee filters glued to construction paper and colored them with blue and green markers making it look like earth. The operator encouraged children to complete hand washing routines before transitioning to free choice activities in interest centers. Children cooked pretend meals with foods and cooking utensils in dramatic play and stacked Lego blocks in the manipulative area. Positive interactions and rich conversations occurred throughout the visit. The operator was observed assisting the child with cleaning up the area and preparing for outdoor play. Once outdoors, children noticed a duck from the neighborhood pond walking in the yard with her ducklings. The operator and children watched from afar, counting the number of ducklings. While outdoors, the rain started and the operator transitioned children indoors and begin preparing for mealtime. Toileting and hand washing occurred. For lunch, children were served beans and franks, sliced wheat bread, rice, fresh strawberries, and milk. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored during today’s visit. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers and Statements of Responsibility forms were completed during today’s visit. The most recent fire drill was completed on April 22, 2025 and the most recent lockdown emergency drill was conducted on February 2, 2025. The monthly outdoor inspection was conducted on April 18, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with C. Lewis. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. A copy of a health assessment was not on file for child K.M. enrolled on August 9, 2024. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. A copy of the immunization record was not on file for child K.M. enrolled on August 9, 2024. GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) 925 Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home. The parent's signed/dated document stating their receipt of the facility's discipline policy was not on file for child H.L.C. G.S.110-91(10); .1727(a)&(b) 2003 Operator and/or staff member did not have permission from the parent to walk children off-premises for play or outings. The parent's signed form stating the operator has permission to take children off premises for play, outside the fenced area, and outings was not on file for child H.L.C. .1723(15)(a ) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on May 7, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Reminders: Medical Report: A violation for a child’s health assessment not being on file was cited during today’s visit. As a reminder, children’s health assessments must be on file within 30 days of enrollment. completed prior to the first day of work. Refer to G.S. 110-91(1);.1721(a)(1). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Children’s File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in children’s records. Immunization : A violation was cited today for a child’s immunization not being on file. This operator stated the document had been emailed to her however a copy was not placed in the file. The operator stated she was make a copy and put it in the child’s record. Refer to Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(2). Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: Through this initiative, we hope to increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S.110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ALPHA OMEGA DAY ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 26002171 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 4/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance Visit including health and safety training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed May 2, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 94%, which exceeds requirements as outlined in North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a four (4) Star License issued June 11, 2021. License was based on the program earning seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option: Infant capacity restricted to no more than two children under one year of age. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Carole Lewis and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed January 16, 2025. An updated wall placard was posted however the operator stated a copy of the sanitation report was not provided to her during the inspection visit. An email was sent to the local environmental health agency requesting a copy of the report. Carole Lewis, Owner/Operator, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. Two preschool-aged children were present in the child care area of the home including the operators’ preschool-aged grandchild. I observed the operator and children discuss Earth Day and complete an art activity. Children used paper coffee filters glued to construction paper and colored them with blue and green markers making it look like earth. The operator encouraged children to complete hand washing routines before transitioning to free choice activities in interest centers. Children cooked pretend meals with foods and cooking utensils in dramatic play and stacked Lego blocks in the manipulative area. Positive interactions and rich conversations occurred throughout the visit. The operator was observed assisting the child with cleaning up the area and preparing for outdoor play. Once outdoors, children noticed a duck from the neighborhood pond walking in the yard with her ducklings. The operator and children watched from afar, counting the number of ducklings. While outdoors, the rain started and the operator transitioned children indoors and begin preparing for mealtime. Toileting and hand washing occurred. For lunch, children were served beans and franks, sliced wheat bread, rice, fresh strawberries, and milk. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored during today’s visit. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers and Statements of Responsibility forms were completed during today’s visit. The most recent fire drill was completed on April 22, 2025 and the most recent lockdown emergency drill was conducted on February 2, 2025. The monthly outdoor inspection was conducted on April 18, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with C. Lewis. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. A copy of a health assessment was not on file for child K.M. enrolled on August 9, 2024. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. A copy of the immunization record was not on file for child K.M. enrolled on August 9, 2024. GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) 925 Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home. The parent's signed/dated document stating their receipt of the facility's discipline policy was not on file for child H.L.C. G.S.110-91(10); .1727(a)&(b) 2003 Operator and/or staff member did not have permission from the parent to walk children off-premises for play or outings. The parent's signed form stating the operator has permission to take children off premises for play, outside the fenced area, and outings was not on file for child H.L.C. .1723(15)(a ) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on May 7, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Reminders: Medical Report: A violation for a child’s health assessment not being on file was cited during today’s visit. As a reminder, children’s health assessments must be on file within 30 days of enrollment. completed prior to the first day of work. Refer to G.S. 110-91(1);.1721(a)(1). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Children’s File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in children’s records. Immunization : A violation was cited today for a child’s immunization not being on file. This operator stated the document had been emailed to her however a copy was not placed in the file. The operator stated she was make a copy and put it in the child’s record. Refer to Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(2). Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: Through this initiative, we hope to increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ALPHA OMEGA DAY ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 26002171 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 4/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance Visit including health and safety training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed May 2, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 94%, which exceeds requirements as outlined in North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a four (4) Star License issued June 11, 2021. License was based on the program earning seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option: Infant capacity restricted to no more than two children under one year of age. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Carole Lewis and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed January 16, 2025. An updated wall placard was posted however the operator stated a copy of the sanitation report was not provided to her during the inspection visit. An email was sent to the local environmental health agency requesting a copy of the report. Carole Lewis, Owner/Operator, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. Two preschool-aged children were present in the child care area of the home including the operators’ preschool-aged grandchild. I observed the operator and children discuss Earth Day and complete an art activity. Children used paper coffee filters glued to construction paper and colored them with blue and green markers making it look like earth. The operator encouraged children to complete hand washing routines before transitioning to free choice activities in interest centers. Children cooked pretend meals with foods and cooking utensils in dramatic play and stacked Lego blocks in the manipulative area. Positive interactions and rich conversations occurred throughout the visit. The operator was observed assisting the child with cleaning up the area and preparing for outdoor play. Once outdoors, children noticed a duck from the neighborhood pond walking in the yard with her ducklings. The operator and children watched from afar, counting the number of ducklings. While outdoors, the rain started and the operator transitioned children indoors and begin preparing for mealtime. Toileting and hand washing occurred. For lunch, children were served beans and franks, sliced wheat bread, rice, fresh strawberries, and milk. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored during today’s visit. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers and Statements of Responsibility forms were completed during today’s visit. The most recent fire drill was completed on April 22, 2025 and the most recent lockdown emergency drill was conducted on February 2, 2025. The monthly outdoor inspection was conducted on April 18, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with C. Lewis. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. A copy of a health assessment was not on file for child K.M. enrolled on August 9, 2024. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. A copy of the immunization record was not on file for child K.M. enrolled on August 9, 2024. GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) 925 Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home. The parent's signed/dated document stating their receipt of the facility's discipline policy was not on file for child H.L.C. G.S.110-91(10); .1727(a)&(b) 2003 Operator and/or staff member did not have permission from the parent to walk children off-premises for play or outings. The parent's signed form stating the operator has permission to take children off premises for play, outside the fenced area, and outings was not on file for child H.L.C. .1723(15)(a ) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on May 7, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Reminders: Medical Report: A violation for a child’s health assessment not being on file was cited during today’s visit. As a reminder, children’s health assessments must be on file within 30 days of enrollment. completed prior to the first day of work. Refer to G.S. 110-91(1);.1721(a)(1). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Children’s File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in children’s records. Immunization : A violation was cited today for a child’s immunization not being on file. This operator stated the document had been emailed to her however a copy was not placed in the file. The operator stated she was make a copy and put it in the child’s record. Refer to Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(2). Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: Through this initiative, we hope to increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ALPHA OMEGA DAY ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 26002171 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 4/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance Visit including health and safety training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed May 2, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 94%, which exceeds requirements as outlined in North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a four (4) Star License issued June 11, 2021. License was based on the program earning seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option: Infant capacity restricted to no more than two children under one year of age. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Carole Lewis and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed January 16, 2025. An updated wall placard was posted however the operator stated a copy of the sanitation report was not provided to her during the inspection visit. An email was sent to the local environmental health agency requesting a copy of the report. Carole Lewis, Owner/Operator, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. Two preschool-aged children were present in the child care area of the home including the operators’ preschool-aged grandchild. I observed the operator and children discuss Earth Day and complete an art activity. Children used paper coffee filters glued to construction paper and colored them with blue and green markers making it look like earth. The operator encouraged children to complete hand washing routines before transitioning to free choice activities in interest centers. Children cooked pretend meals with foods and cooking utensils in dramatic play and stacked Lego blocks in the manipulative area. Positive interactions and rich conversations occurred throughout the visit. The operator was observed assisting the child with cleaning up the area and preparing for outdoor play. Once outdoors, children noticed a duck from the neighborhood pond walking in the yard with her ducklings. The operator and children watched from afar, counting the number of ducklings. While outdoors, the rain started and the operator transitioned children indoors and begin preparing for mealtime. Toileting and hand washing occurred. For lunch, children were served beans and franks, sliced wheat bread, rice, fresh strawberries, and milk. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored during today’s visit. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers and Statements of Responsibility forms were completed during today’s visit. The most recent fire drill was completed on April 22, 2025 and the most recent lockdown emergency drill was conducted on February 2, 2025. The monthly outdoor inspection was conducted on April 18, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with C. Lewis. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. A copy of a health assessment was not on file for child K.M. enrolled on August 9, 2024. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. A copy of the immunization record was not on file for child K.M. enrolled on August 9, 2024. GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) 925 Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home. The parent's signed/dated document stating their receipt of the facility's discipline policy was not on file for child H.L.C. G.S.110-91(10); .1727(a)&(b) 2003 Operator and/or staff member did not have permission from the parent to walk children off-premises for play or outings. The parent's signed form stating the operator has permission to take children off premises for play, outside the fenced area, and outings was not on file for child H.L.C. .1723(15)(a ) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on May 7, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Reminders: Medical Report: A violation for a child’s health assessment not being on file was cited during today’s visit. As a reminder, children’s health assessments must be on file within 30 days of enrollment. completed prior to the first day of work. Refer to G.S. 110-91(1);.1721(a)(1). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Children’s File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in children’s records. Immunization : A violation was cited today for a child’s immunization not being on file. This operator stated the document had been emailed to her however a copy was not placed in the file. The operator stated she was make a copy and put it in the child’s record. Refer to Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09 .1721(a)(2). Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: Through this initiative, we hope to increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ALPHA OMEGA DAY ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 26002171 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/21/2024 Number Present: 1 Completed Date: 11/21/2024 Age: From 1 To 1 Total Minutes: 115 Time In: 10:55 AM Time Out: 12:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a Routine Unannounced Visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed May 2, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 93%, which exceeds requirements as outlined in North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a four (4) Star License issued June 11, 2021. License was based on the program earning seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option: Infant capacity restricted to no more than two children under one year of age. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Carole Lewis and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed February 13, 2024. Carole Lewis, Owner/Operator, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. Anaya Lewis, additional caregiver, was not present during today’s visit. The operators’ preschool-aged grandchild was present during today’s visit. I observed the operator and the child playing with transportation framed puzzles and discussed each vehicle. C. Lewis guided the child in placing the puzzled piece to fit the frame. “Turn it around, turn it. Try it now. It fits!” Positive interactions and rich conversations occurred throughout the visit. The child moved throughout the childcare area cooking pretend meals in dramatic play and putting clothes on baby dolls. The operator was observed assisting the child with cleaning up the area and preparing for mealtime which was not observed. C. Lewis stated lunch served would be beanie weenies, rice, mixed fruit, and milk. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers and Statements of Responsibility forms were completed and updated during today’s visit. The most recent fire drill was completed on October 21, 2024 and the most recent shelter-in-place emergency drill was conducted on September 24, 2024. The monthly outdoor inspection was conducted on November 11, 2024. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with C. Lewis. The following violations was observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 908 Health questionnaire was not completed annually. The most current health questionnaire on file for the operator was completed September 7, 2024. The violation was corrected when the operator completed an updated copy of the annual health questionnaire. .1703(a)(1) 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. The violation observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violation observed and documented today must was corrected immediately therefore a compliance letter is not required. Facility Specific TA/Reminders: Classroom Observations: I observed the classroom space from 11:00am to 11:20am. The operator was engaged in constant conversations with the child during free choice activities in interest centers. The child played and worked at her own developmental level. A variety of age-appropriate materials were readily available in interest centers for each age group children to use at their choice. The learning environment provided a variety of materials to enhance the children’s learning experience. The child moved through the classroom space and was familiar with daily routines. I encouraged the operator continue using positive and interactive directives to assist children with keeping the learning environment safe. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: Through this initiative, we hope to increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Annual Child Care Immunization Report: The reporting period for child care immunizations is now open. Reporting for 2024-2025 has been extended due to Hurricane Helene. Children have a grace period from requirements until November 30, 2024, and reports will be accepted until January 15, 2025. Click here to submit your report. The Immunization Branch will host a webinar 11/13/24 at 1pm ET to provide instructions and answer questions on reporting. Register here in advance to attend. Send any questions regarding child care immunization reporting to immunization.reports@dhhs.nc.gov. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: ALPHA OMEGA DAY ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 26002171 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/2/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 5/2/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 345 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance Visit including Health and Safety training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed May 10, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which exceeds requirements as outlined in North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a four (4) Star License issued June 11, 2021. License was based on the program earning seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option: Infant capacity restricted to no more than two children under one year of age. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Carole Lewis and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed February 13, 2024. Carole Lewis, Owner/Operator, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. Anaya Lewis, additional caregiver was present and assisted with the visit. Four preschool-aged children were present during today’s visit. Upon arrival, I observed the operator assisting children with toileting training and washing their hands in the bathroom. A. Lewis let the children in circle time activities by reciting the morning prayer, children’s daily affirmations, and reciting days of the week in Spanish and English. I observed the operator and children read Bird’s Berry Bounty and discuss finding the berries throughout the book. For art, the children drew and created a treasure chest using crayons, markers, and construction paper. Staff transitioned children to the outdoor play area. Children played in sand using toy shovels, buckets, and molds. A wooden stationary structure with sliding boards, a stand-alone swing set, tricycles, a scooter, a resin playhouse, and sand/water table were available to children. Upon return indoors, children completed hand washing routines and were offered cool water to drink. Children were observed playing in interest centers with age appropriate materials such as magnifying glasses, toy farm animals, alphabet blocks, and framed puzzles. Children completed hand washing routines in preparation for mealtime. Lunch, prepared by the operator, consisted of turkey burger on wheat bun, garden salad with ranch dressing, baked French fries, fresh blueberries with whipped cream, and milk. Children were observed resting on individual cots with clean linen as soft instrumental music played. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers and Statements of Responsibility forms were completed during today’s visit. Children records were monitored today. The most recent fire drill was completed on April 24, 2024 and the most recent lockdown emergency drill was conducted on March 20, 2024. The monthly playground inspection was conducted on April 22, 2024. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with C. Lewis. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Accessible to preschool children in care, an aerosol can of room deodorizer spray was stored on top of the operator's desk. The violation was corrected when the operator removed the aerosol can and placed it in locked storage. .1719 (a)(7) 1875 The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and/or required information. The EPR Plan on file was not updated annually. The Ready to Go File did not contain applications of children currently enrolled. .1714(d)(10) 1924 Balloons were accessible to children. Accessible to children, a bouquet of latex balloons were stored on the floor in the child care space. The violation was corrected when the operator removed the balloons and placed them in locked storage. .1719(a)(19) 2019 Operator did not complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within the required time frame. Recognizing and Restoring to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training was not completed by the operator and additional caregiver within the required time frame. .1703(a)(5) 2023 Operator and/or staff who work with children, did not complete health and safety training as part of on-going training so that every five years, all the topic areas were covered. Health and Safety trainings were not completed by the operator and the additional caregiver as part of on-going training within five years. .1703(d)(2) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on May 16, 2024, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Reminders: Storage of Hazardous Items: The violation for storage of hazardous items was cited today. Properly storing hazardous materials is important because if in reach of children, may present a poison hazard if ingested, inhaled, or handled. I shared that additional information regarding the storage of hazardous items can be found in Child Care Rule .1719(a)(7). A copy of the “Hazardous Items Storage for Child Care” resource may be obtained from our website. We also discussed the following strategies for achieving and maintaining compliance: review the resource with household members and additional caregivers; remind them to check behind each other; and periodically check the home throughout the day to ensure all hazardous items are locked. Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. As a reminder, administrators and all staff must complete the required training within 90 days of employment. I recommend administrators require new staff to complete the training requirement during new staff orientation to ensure it has been completed in a timely manner. A Health and Safety Training Record is also a reminder for staff to ensure the training has been completed. The training can be accessed at preventchildabusenc.org. More information can be found in the NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g). DCDEE WORKS: I reminded C. Lewis to assist additional caregivers with enrolling and/or updating information in the DCDEE WORKS system using their individual NCIDs. Staff members will need to create a DCDEE WORKS account, upload required certificates, and submit their updated educational transcripts by mail or electronically. The portal is available online and may be accessed via the following link: https://dcdee.works.nc.gov/. Statewide Family Child Care Project and Kathleen Hoffler: N.C. Statewide Family Child Care Project: The N.C. Statewide Family Child Care Project was established in 2019. The project has worked within the CCR&R system to provide training and technical assistance to Professional Development and TA practitioners who support Family Child Care. Additionally, the project has worked with collaborating partners and stakeholders at the state and federal level to elevate and inform policy discussions that positively impact licensed Family Child Care professional educators. Kathleen Hoffler, Region 5 Family Child Care Consultant, is available free of charge to provide technical assistance and consultation to Family Child Care Home Providers to help you to enhance your program quality by putting thought and care into the following areas: Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP), Curriculum, Family Engagement, Caregiver-Child Interactions, and Indoor and Outdoor Environments. You can take steps towards providing a high quality early care and education environment for the children in your program. Don’t wait, contact Kathleen at 910-988-2218 or khoffler@ccpfc.org to get started. Child Care Health Consultant: The Cumberland County Department of Public Health current Child Care Health Consultant is Nicole Richardson. Her contact number is: 910-678-7706 and her email address: nrrichardson@cumberlandcountync.gov. Visit the website https://nccchcassociation.org/resources/ , under resources there are several links that may be beneficial for your Family Child Care Home. For example, Caring for Our Children, My Plate, Safe Kids NC, and many others. The following website will also provide more information about the Child Care Health Consultants. The Child Care Health Consultant provides support in the following areas, but not limited to: oral health, illness, infectious disease, emergency preparedness, health related areas, nutrition, environmental health, and physical activity. For addition information areas, visit the website, https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/child-care-health-consultants/about-cchc/. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. If you have questions, please contact me at: (910) 305-2371 or yolanda.pridgen@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: ALPHA OMEGA DAY ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 26002171 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/2/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 5/2/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 345 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance Visit including Health and Safety training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed May 10, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which exceeds requirements as outlined in North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a four (4) Star License issued June 11, 2021. License was based on the program earning seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option: Infant capacity restricted to no more than two children under one year of age. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Carole Lewis and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed February 13, 2024. Carole Lewis, Owner/Operator, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. Anaya Lewis, additional caregiver was present and assisted with the visit. Four preschool-aged children were present during today’s visit. Upon arrival, I observed the operator assisting children with toileting training and washing their hands in the bathroom. A. Lewis let the children in circle time activities by reciting the morning prayer, children’s daily affirmations, and reciting days of the week in Spanish and English. I observed the operator and children read Bird’s Berry Bounty and discuss finding the berries throughout the book. For art, the children drew and created a treasure chest using crayons, markers, and construction paper. Staff transitioned children to the outdoor play area. Children played in sand using toy shovels, buckets, and molds. A wooden stationary structure with sliding boards, a stand-alone swing set, tricycles, a scooter, a resin playhouse, and sand/water table were available to children. Upon return indoors, children completed hand washing routines and were offered cool water to drink. Children were observed playing in interest centers with age appropriate materials such as magnifying glasses, toy farm animals, alphabet blocks, and framed puzzles. Children completed hand washing routines in preparation for mealtime. Lunch, prepared by the operator, consisted of turkey burger on wheat bun, garden salad with ranch dressing, baked French fries, fresh blueberries with whipped cream, and milk. Children were observed resting on individual cots with clean linen as soft instrumental music played. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers and Statements of Responsibility forms were completed during today’s visit. Children records were monitored today. The most recent fire drill was completed on April 24, 2024 and the most recent lockdown emergency drill was conducted on March 20, 2024. The monthly playground inspection was conducted on April 22, 2024. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with C. Lewis. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Accessible to preschool children in care, an aerosol can of room deodorizer spray was stored on top of the operator's desk. The violation was corrected when the operator removed the aerosol can and placed it in locked storage. .1719 (a)(7) 1875 The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and/or required information. The EPR Plan on file was not updated annually. The Ready to Go File did not contain applications of children currently enrolled. .1714(d)(10) 1924 Balloons were accessible to children. Accessible to children, a bouquet of latex balloons were stored on the floor in the child care space. The violation was corrected when the operator removed the balloons and placed them in locked storage. .1719(a)(19) 2019 Operator did not complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within the required time frame. Recognizing and Restoring to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training was not completed by the operator and additional caregiver within the required time frame. .1703(a)(5) 2023 Operator and/or staff who work with children, did not complete health and safety training as part of on-going training so that every five years, all the topic areas were covered. Health and Safety trainings were not completed by the operator and the additional caregiver as part of on-going training within five years. .1703(d)(2) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on May 16, 2024, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Reminders: Storage of Hazardous Items: The violation for storage of hazardous items was cited today. Properly storing hazardous materials is important because if in reach of children, may present a poison hazard if ingested, inhaled, or handled. I shared that additional information regarding the storage of hazardous items can be found in Child Care Rule .1719(a)(7). A copy of the “Hazardous Items Storage for Child Care” resource may be obtained from our website. We also discussed the following strategies for achieving and maintaining compliance: review the resource with household members and additional caregivers; remind them to check behind each other; and periodically check the home throughout the day to ensure all hazardous items are locked. Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. As a reminder, administrators and all staff must complete the required training within 90 days of employment. I recommend administrators require new staff to complete the training requirement during new staff orientation to ensure it has been completed in a timely manner. A Health and Safety Training Record is also a reminder for staff to ensure the training has been completed. The training can be accessed at preventchildabusenc.org. More information can be found in the NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g). DCDEE WORKS: I reminded C. Lewis to assist additional caregivers with enrolling and/or updating information in the DCDEE WORKS system using their individual NCIDs. Staff members will need to create a DCDEE WORKS account, upload required certificates, and submit their updated educational transcripts by mail or electronically. The portal is available online and may be accessed via the following link: https://dcdee.works.nc.gov/. Statewide Family Child Care Project and Kathleen Hoffler: N.C. Statewide Family Child Care Project: The N.C. Statewide Family Child Care Project was established in 2019. The project has worked within the CCR&R system to provide training and technical assistance to Professional Development and TA practitioners who support Family Child Care. Additionally, the project has worked with collaborating partners and stakeholders at the state and federal level to elevate and inform policy discussions that positively impact licensed Family Child Care professional educators. Kathleen Hoffler, Region 5 Family Child Care Consultant, is available free of charge to provide technical assistance and consultation to Family Child Care Home Providers to help you to enhance your program quality by putting thought and care into the following areas: Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP), Curriculum, Family Engagement, Caregiver-Child Interactions, and Indoor and Outdoor Environments. You can take steps towards providing a high quality early care and education environment for the children in your program. Don’t wait, contact Kathleen at 910-988-2218 or khoffler@ccpfc.org to get started. Child Care Health Consultant: The Cumberland County Department of Public Health current Child Care Health Consultant is Nicole Richardson. Her contact number is: 910-678-7706 and her email address: nrrichardson@cumberlandcountync.gov. Visit the website https://nccchcassociation.org/resources/ , under resources there are several links that may be beneficial for your Family Child Care Home. For example, Caring for Our Children, My Plate, Safe Kids NC, and many others. The following website will also provide more information about the Child Care Health Consultants. The Child Care Health Consultant provides support in the following areas, but not limited to: oral health, illness, infectious disease, emergency preparedness, health related areas, nutrition, environmental health, and physical activity. For addition information areas, visit the website, https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/child-care-health-consultants/about-cchc/. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. If you have questions, please contact me at: (910) 305-2371 or yolanda.pridgen@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