E. E. Miller Elementary

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: E. E. MILLER ELEMENTARY Facility ID: 26002169 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/12/2026 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 3/12/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in Space #111 and space# 113, which serves children participating in the NC Pre-K program, and Health and Safety Training. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed April 2, 2025, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 92% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4) (c-d). This program currently operates with a Five (5)-Star License issued October 10, 2024. The License was based on the program earning Cognia Accreditation. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct. Current inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior was completed on September 8, 2025. Fire Classification of Satisfactory was completed on March 11, 2025. J.Hartsfield and A. Gunter, were present while I monitored the indoor and outdoor area. Upon my arrival, twenty-seven(27) children and four (4) teachers were present. The children were observed participating in group time activities. Children had access to blocks, fine motor, dramatic play, creative art, and literacy materials. Routine care and handwashing practices were observed. Lunch served were Chicken nuggets, french fries, applesauce and milk. NC Pre-K requirements were reviewed. The Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3) were used for developmental screenings and were placed in the children’s files. Hearing ,Vision screenings, and Dental screening forms were reviewed in the children’s files. The most recent fire drill was completed on March 9, 2026. The most recent lockdown drill was completed on March 9, 2026. The most recent playground inspection was completed on March 02, 2026. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with J. Hartsfield, Lead Teacher. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A electrical space heater were located under a table near the carpet used for group time activities with children present. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(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 violation(s) observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Facility Specific TA/Reminders: Indoor/Outdoor Environment: The violation for safe indoor and outdoor environment was cited today. A electrical space heater were located under a table near the carpet used for group time activities. Providing a safe environment is important for children’s growth and development. I shared that additional information regarding Safe Environments for Child Care Centers can be found in Child Care Rules section .600. We also discussed the following strategies for achieving and maintaining compliance: review the rule section also let Admin know of classroom concerns. Fire inspection Fire inspector arrived during today's visit, and left instructions for the facility to follow. Once the documents of approved fire inspection are received please submit. Refer to child care rule 0304(a) QRIS Modernization: The new QRIS and pathway options will be discussed in detail with Sean Brost, NCPreK Coordinator with Cumberland County Schools. The Licensing Supervisor, Rhonda Blackmon, will coordinate, conduct the meeting, and will complete the QRIS Conversation document at that time. NCDHHS Responds to Increase in Measles Cases: Measles is on the rise globally and in North Carolina. As a highly contagious, airborne disease, even one case is a major priority for public health. NCDHHS is taking action by launching new outreach resources for child care providers, families, and community stakeholders to help curb the spread. Child care providers can share information about vaccinations with the families served and be informed with the most current information. For more information and to access tools and resources, visit NCDHHS at dph.ncdhhs.gov/measles. Flu Season Precautions for Child Care Since so many children spend part of their day in child care in North Carolina, it is vitally important that child care providers follow the child care licensing rules pertaining to health and safety during the flu season. This includes recognizing when children are too ill to be in child care, separating children who become ill in child care, and preventing the spread of illness. Children should be excluded from child care when any of these symptoms are present: • fever of 101° F or higher • sudden onset of diarrhea • episodes of vomiting • strep throat or • if the child is unable to participate in regular activities. Child care providers who have questions about suspected flu symptoms of young children, or who need advice on health issues, may contact the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at 1-800-367-2229. DCDEE/Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest provider resources use https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov\ If you have questions, please contact me at: 919-527-2038 or angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov. Licensing Supervisor information: Rhonda Blackmon PO Box 279 Linden, NC 28356 910-709-4168 rhonda.blackmon@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: E. E. MILLER ELEMENTARY Facility ID: 26002169 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/12/2026 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 3/12/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in Space #111 and space# 113, which serves children participating in the NC Pre-K program, and Health and Safety Training. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed April 2, 2025, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 92% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4) (c-d). This program currently operates with a Five (5)-Star License issued October 10, 2024. The License was based on the program earning Cognia Accreditation. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct. Current inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior was completed on September 8, 2025. Fire Classification of Satisfactory was completed on March 11, 2025. J.Hartsfield and A. Gunter, were present while I monitored the indoor and outdoor area. Upon my arrival, twenty-seven(27) children and four (4) teachers were present. The children were observed participating in group time activities. Children had access to blocks, fine motor, dramatic play, creative art, and literacy materials. Routine care and handwashing practices were observed. Lunch served were Chicken nuggets, french fries, applesauce and milk. NC Pre-K requirements were reviewed. The Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3) were used for developmental screenings and were placed in the children’s files. Hearing ,Vision screenings, and Dental screening forms were reviewed in the children’s files. The most recent fire drill was completed on March 9, 2026. The most recent lockdown drill was completed on March 9, 2026. The most recent playground inspection was completed on March 02, 2026. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with J. Hartsfield, Lead Teacher. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A electrical space heater were located under a table near the carpet used for group time activities with children present. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(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 violation(s) observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Facility Specific TA/Reminders: Indoor/Outdoor Environment: The violation for safe indoor and outdoor environment was cited today. A electrical space heater were located under a table near the carpet used for group time activities. Providing a safe environment is important for children’s growth and development. I shared that additional information regarding Safe Environments for Child Care Centers can be found in Child Care Rules section .600. We also discussed the following strategies for achieving and maintaining compliance: review the rule section also let Admin know of classroom concerns. Fire inspection Fire inspector arrived during today's visit, and left instructions for the facility to follow. Once the documents of approved fire inspection are received please submit. Refer to child care rule 0304(a) QRIS Modernization: The new QRIS and pathway options will be discussed in detail with Sean Brost, NCPreK Coordinator with Cumberland County Schools. The Licensing Supervisor, Rhonda Blackmon, will coordinate, conduct the meeting, and will complete the QRIS Conversation document at that time. NCDHHS Responds to Increase in Measles Cases: Measles is on the rise globally and in North Carolina. As a highly contagious, airborne disease, even one case is a major priority for public health. NCDHHS is taking action by launching new outreach resources for child care providers, families, and community stakeholders to help curb the spread. Child care providers can share information about vaccinations with the families served and be informed with the most current information. For more information and to access tools and resources, visit NCDHHS at dph.ncdhhs.gov/measles. Flu Season Precautions for Child Care Since so many children spend part of their day in child care in North Carolina, it is vitally important that child care providers follow the child care licensing rules pertaining to health and safety during the flu season. This includes recognizing when children are too ill to be in child care, separating children who become ill in child care, and preventing the spread of illness. Children should be excluded from child care when any of these symptoms are present: • fever of 101° F or higher • sudden onset of diarrhea • episodes of vomiting • strep throat or • if the child is unable to participate in regular activities. Child care providers who have questions about suspected flu symptoms of young children, or who need advice on health issues, may contact the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at 1-800-367-2229. DCDEE/Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest provider resources use https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov\ If you have questions, please contact me at: 919-527-2038 or angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov. Licensing Supervisor information: Rhonda Blackmon PO Box 279 Linden, NC 28356 910-709-4168 rhonda.blackmon@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: E. E. MILLER ELEMENTARY Facility ID: 26002169 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/22/2025 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 10/22/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a Routine Unannounced Visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed April 2, 2025, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 89%. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued October 10, 2024. The License was based on the program earning accreditation with COGNIA. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Jessica Hartsfield, Lead Teacher. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed September 8, 2025. Fire Classification of Approved completed March 11, 2025. I was greeted by Jessica Hartsfield and Adriana Gunter, Lead Teachers. There were thirty children in care. Children in space #113 were participating in a group activity listening to a story on a whiteboard. After the story, children prepared for outdoors. I observed toileting and handwashing. Children put on jackets, stood in line, and proceeded outdoors. Once indoors, children participated in several activities. They played in blocks, science, dramatic play science, and writing areas. They used materials like large wooden blocks, cash register, pretend food, paper, color pencils, playdough, unifix cubes, magnifying glass, and a magnetic puzzle. Positive communication was used between teachers and children. Children participated in an activity measuring distance with their teacher. Instructions were given. Children snap various colors of unifix cubes together and rote counted along with their teacher. Children were given a ten-minute warning before clean-up time. After cleaning up, children prepared for lunch. Lunch consisted of chicken sandwiches, emoji fries, glazed carrots, fresh apples, and milk. Children in space #111 were sitting at tables tracing the letter A on ditto sheets. Once they were done, they chose an activity center. Children used playdough, dry erase boards, they played in the sand table, built with yellow, red, and blue cardboard blocks and colored windows. They used a microscope and a large toothbrush with a set of teeth. Once an alarm sounded, the children were told that it was clean up time. A clean-up song was played, children cleaned up and were able to choose another activity. Next, they prepared for outdoors. Outdoors, children were observed running, climbing, sliding, and playing with stationary musical instruments. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with J. Hartsfield. The following violations were observed: 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 one surge protector with five open outlets in space #111. Outlet covers were placed on the five openings. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 813 Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access. In space #111, there was a large fan stored on a counter, not mounted, and without a mesh covering. The fan was unplugged and removed. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(d) Violations were corrected immediately. Therefore, a compliance letter is not required. My contact information is: Rona Davis Child Care Consultant P. O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Technical Assistant/Reminders/Discussions: Observation Suggestions: Fostering Children’s thinking Skills: Children’s thinking skills can be promoted throughout the school day in many classroom activities including centers, whole group instruction, meal and snack time, as well as transition. This is important when teachers are intentionally thinking about finding opportunities to do this at different times during the day, and not just during a structured instructional activity. Create opportunities for children to solve problems, experiment, and figure out how things work: When children are building towers with blocks, the teacher asks, “What do you think will happen if we add more blocks? Why do you think that?” The teacher then asks children to add more blocks and talk about what happens. This allows children to experiment and learn more from the activity. Make learning meaningful and connected to children’s lives: When going outside for a spring nature walk, a child notices flowers blooming. The teacher says, “Tell me about what you see coming out of the ground. Why are the flowers coming out now? Why didn’t we see them last month? Have you seen flowers like this at home or somewhere else?” This helps children deepen their understanding of their world. Use how and why questions that help children think about ideas: When reading a story, the teacher asks questions, such as, “How do you think that made her feel? Why do you think that?” to help children think more deeply about the book. Link understanding with something previously learned: Children are in a center time and playing store, buying and selling various items. The teacher reminds the children about their visit to a store the day before and connects what they saw and did with the current activity. Predict what may happen next: When reading a book, the teacher asks questions, such as: “What do you think will happen next?” to help children with their prediction skills. Brainstorm new ideas: When coloring, the teacher asks children to draw pictures of animals that lay eggs. After the children are done with drawing, the teacher and children sit together and make a list of all the animals they came up with. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates and information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@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 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: E. E. MILLER ELEMENTARY Facility ID: 26002169 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/2/2025 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 4/2/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 08:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance Visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000, which serve children participating in the NC Pre-K program. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed April 11, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 91%. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued October 10, 2024. The License was based on the program earning accreditation with COGNIA. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Jessica Hartsfield, Teacher. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed September 9, 2024. Fire Classification of Approved completed March 11, 2025. I was greeted by Lukeasia McArn, Teacher. Adriana Gunter, Lead Teacher, was present during the visit. Both teachers assisted me as I monitored the indoor and outdoor areas. Upon my arrival, there were fourteen children in care. Children were eating breakfast. Breakfast consisted of strawberry crème cheese, mini bagels, orange juice, and milk. After breakfast the children cleaned their areas, washed their hands, and sat on the carpet to participate in a group activity. In space #113, children were walking to the outdoor area. I was greeted by Jessica Hartsfield, Lead Teacher. Upon my arrival outdoors, there were sixteen children in care. Children participated in a game of red light, green light, and racing. I observed children running, climbing stairs, a ladder, and rock climber attached to the play equipment. Children were counted before and after returning indoors. Children place their jackets in their cubbies, washed their hands, and went into various activity centers (blocks, dramatic play, science, manipulative, art, and library). They used materials like playdough, unifix cubes, and blocks. In art, children decorated eggs using painted markers. Later, children cleaned up, washed their hands and prepared for lunch. Lunch consisted of cheeseburger, turkey taco salad, chips, corn, peaches, and milk. I observed, toileting, handwashing, sanitation, and rest time. The NCPK requirements were monitored. NCPK Staff: Administrator – Hannah Gray Space #111 Lead Teacher- Adrians Gunter (present) Teacher- Lukeshia McArn (present) Space #113 Lead Teacher – Jessica Hartsfield (present) Teacher – Jennifer Agosto (present) At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with J. Hartsfield. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Two children's files in space #111, did not have a parent signed Summary of NC Child Care Law acknowledgement form on file. GS 110-102 837 The EMC plan did not name the person responsible, and at least one alternate, for choosing and carrying out the plan of action to obtain appropriate medical care. The emergency medical plan posted in space #111, was not updated with the current staff information that will be responsible for carrying out the plan. .0802(a)(1)(A-B); 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff member in space #111, First Aid certification training was not on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff member in space #111, CPR certification training was not on file. .1102(d) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. Two children's files in space #111, did not have a parent signed discipline policy acknowledgement form on file. .1804(c) 1766 The health assessment did not include updated immunizations. One child's file in space #111, did not have child's immunization records. .3005 (a)(2) 1771 A screening assessing development was not conducted within 90 days after the first day of attendance in the program or within six months prior to the first day of attendance and/or the screening was not conducted by a health care, community or school professional trained in administering the screening tool. Two children files in space #111, did not include developmental screenings. .3006(a) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One staff member in space #111, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training was not on file. .1102(g) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. One child's file in space #111, did not have a parent signed Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma acknowledgement form on file. .0608(b)(1-6) The violation must be corrected immediately. Mail or email a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 pm on April 16, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected and how the facility plans to maintain compliance in the future. If the compliance letter is not received by the due date, an additional visit will be conducted to verify that violations have been corrected. Mail or email the information to: Rona Davis Child Care Consultant P. O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Technical Assistant/Reminders/Discussions: CPR and First Aid certifications were not on file for one staff member (A. G.). These certifications should have been completed by 11/26/24. She stated that it was completed and will be taking CPR this weekend because she believes it has expired. Violations were cited because neither trainings could be verified. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(d). Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment: Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation for the training was not on file for review for one staff member (A. G.). Refer to child care rule NCAC 09 .1102(g) NC Pre-K children files in space #111 were missing the required information regarding immunizations, developmental screenings, Summary of NC child care Law, Shaken baby abusive head trauma, and Discipline policy. Use the children’s file check list as a guide to help with organization. Refer to child care rules NCAC 09 .0608(B)(1-6), .1804(c), .3005(a)(2), and .3006(a). Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates and information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-102 · Violation

Name of Operation: E. E. MILLER ELEMENTARY Facility ID: 26002169 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/2/2025 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 4/2/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 08:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance Visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000, which serve children participating in the NC Pre-K program. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed April 11, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 91%. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued October 10, 2024. The License was based on the program earning accreditation with COGNIA. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Jessica Hartsfield, Teacher. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed September 9, 2024. Fire Classification of Approved completed March 11, 2025. I was greeted by Lukeasia McArn, Teacher. Adriana Gunter, Lead Teacher, was present during the visit. Both teachers assisted me as I monitored the indoor and outdoor areas. Upon my arrival, there were fourteen children in care. Children were eating breakfast. Breakfast consisted of strawberry crème cheese, mini bagels, orange juice, and milk. After breakfast the children cleaned their areas, washed their hands, and sat on the carpet to participate in a group activity. In space #113, children were walking to the outdoor area. I was greeted by Jessica Hartsfield, Lead Teacher. Upon my arrival outdoors, there were sixteen children in care. Children participated in a game of red light, green light, and racing. I observed children running, climbing stairs, a ladder, and rock climber attached to the play equipment. Children were counted before and after returning indoors. Children place their jackets in their cubbies, washed their hands, and went into various activity centers (blocks, dramatic play, science, manipulative, art, and library). They used materials like playdough, unifix cubes, and blocks. In art, children decorated eggs using painted markers. Later, children cleaned up, washed their hands and prepared for lunch. Lunch consisted of cheeseburger, turkey taco salad, chips, corn, peaches, and milk. I observed, toileting, handwashing, sanitation, and rest time. The NCPK requirements were monitored. NCPK Staff: Administrator – Hannah Gray Space #111 Lead Teacher- Adrians Gunter (present) Teacher- Lukeshia McArn (present) Space #113 Lead Teacher – Jessica Hartsfield (present) Teacher – Jennifer Agosto (present) At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with J. Hartsfield. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Two children's files in space #111, did not have a parent signed Summary of NC Child Care Law acknowledgement form on file. GS 110-102 837 The EMC plan did not name the person responsible, and at least one alternate, for choosing and carrying out the plan of action to obtain appropriate medical care. The emergency medical plan posted in space #111, was not updated with the current staff information that will be responsible for carrying out the plan. .0802(a)(1)(A-B); 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff member in space #111, First Aid certification training was not on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff member in space #111, CPR certification training was not on file. .1102(d) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. Two children's files in space #111, did not have a parent signed discipline policy acknowledgement form on file. .1804(c) 1766 The health assessment did not include updated immunizations. One child's file in space #111, did not have child's immunization records. .3005 (a)(2) 1771 A screening assessing development was not conducted within 90 days after the first day of attendance in the program or within six months prior to the first day of attendance and/or the screening was not conducted by a health care, community or school professional trained in administering the screening tool. Two children files in space #111, did not include developmental screenings. .3006(a) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One staff member in space #111, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training was not on file. .1102(g) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. One child's file in space #111, did not have a parent signed Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma acknowledgement form on file. .0608(b)(1-6) The violation must be corrected immediately. Mail or email a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 pm on April 16, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected and how the facility plans to maintain compliance in the future. If the compliance letter is not received by the due date, an additional visit will be conducted to verify that violations have been corrected. Mail or email the information to: Rona Davis Child Care Consultant P. O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Technical Assistant/Reminders/Discussions: CPR and First Aid certifications were not on file for one staff member (A. G.). These certifications should have been completed by 11/26/24. She stated that it was completed and will be taking CPR this weekend because she believes it has expired. Violations were cited because neither trainings could be verified. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(d). Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment: Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation for the training was not on file for review for one staff member (A. G.). Refer to child care rule NCAC 09 .1102(g) NC Pre-K children files in space #111 were missing the required information regarding immunizations, developmental screenings, Summary of NC child care Law, Shaken baby abusive head trauma, and Discipline policy. Use the children’s file check list as a guide to help with organization. Refer to child care rules NCAC 09 .0608(B)(1-6), .1804(c), .3005(a)(2), and .3006(a). Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates and information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@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: E. E. MILLER ELEMENTARY Facility ID: 26002169 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/4/2024 Number Present: 28 Completed Date: 9/4/2024 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed April 11, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 98%. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued February 18, 2020. The License was based on the program earning three points in education standards, seven points in program standards, and one quality point by having a reduced staff/child ratio by one in each group from the seven-point level as required in .2818(c). The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Jessica Hartsfield, Teacher. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed August 17, 2023. Fire Classification of Approved completed March 11, 2024. Indoors in space #111, I was greeted by Lukeasia McArn, Teacher. Upon my arrival, she was standing in the doorway with thirteen children in care. Adriana Gunter, Teacher, arrived in the classroom with one child, approximately three minutes later. The children were observed in various activity centers. They were using color pegs to build a tall building, some used musical instruments, and counting/matching number cards. A teacher asked a child to find thirteen oranges. She gave the child clues by saying, “It’s near you” and “it’s in your pile”. Other children used materials like blocks and animals. Children were observed in the sand table using blue soft sand with an ice tray and dishes. In the dramatic play area, two children were wearing fire fighter hats. Outdoors, I was greeted by Jennifer Agosto, teacher. Upon my arrival she was on the playground with fourteen children. Jessica Hartsfield, teacher arrived approximately three minutes after I arrived. The children were observed, running, climbing, sliding, playing in the sand, and walking/balancing on the border of the sandbox. A teacher reminded children to run on the grass, so that they would not run into others. Children were given a five-minute warning to play. After playtime was over, children were told to shake their shoes out. A teacher reminded them of the line leader, door holder, and caboose helpers. Once indoors the children washed their hands and prepared for morning snack. Morning snack was provided by parents. Morning snack consisted of various chips and water. I also observed, toileting, handwashing, sanitation, lunch, and preperation for rest time. Lunch served consisted of cheese dunkers, marinara dipping sauce, Southwest pinto beans, seasoned corn, peaches, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with J. Hartsfield. The following violations were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. The facility does not have a current sanitation inspection. The last inspection was dated 8/17/23. GS 110-91 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. An emergency information form was not on file for one staff member in space #111. .0701(a) 1775 NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. Upon arrival to space #111, one teacher was standing in the doorway with thirteen children in care. Another teacher arrived in the classroom with one child approximately three minutes later. Upon arrival on the outdoor area to monitor children of space #113, there was one teacher on the playground with fourteen children. Another teacher arrived approximately three minutes later. .3009 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One staff member in space #111, did not have a signed acknowledgement form on file for the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(d)(1-4) The violation must be corrected immediately. Mail or email a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 pm on September 18, 2024 describing how and when the violations were corrected and how the facility plans to maintain compliance in the future. If the compliance letter is not received by the due date, an additional visit will be conducted to verify that violations have been corrected. Mail or email the information to: Rona Davis Child Care Consultant P. O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Technical Assistant/Reminders/Discussions: Sanitation Inspection: The facility does not have an updated sanitation inspection. The last inspection was dated August 17, 2023. Contact Environmental Health within two business days at 910-433-3676, to inform them of your Routine Unannounced visit. A current sanitation inspection must be completed by September 18, 2024. Staff/Child Ratios: A violation was documented for failure to maintain compliance with staff/child ratio requirements. Violations of this nature directly impact the safety of the children while in your care. In addition, these types of violations have the greatest negative impact on your compliance history. During the visit, we discussed that repeated violations of this nature during consecutive visits may lead to an administrative action against your license. A follow up visit will be conducted in the near future to monitor compliance with child care requirements. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy: SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death. According to NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.0608, each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent SBS/AHT. This policy must be provided to parents and staff working at the facility and an acknowledgement signed by both parents and staff verifying receipt of the policy. AHT can occur in children up to 5 years of age. Shaken baby syndrome can lead to serious conditions including brain damage, problems with memory and attention, blindness, or hearing loss; intellectual, speech or learning disabilities; and developmental delays. The signed acknowledgement form must be on file for staff and children on day one. Classroom Observation Suggestion: Tell children why and what they are going to do before they begin to engage in activities and summarize what they did after they are finished. For example, before beginning the rug activity involving the alphabet, tell children that they are going to learn about the first letter of their name. After the activity, ask the children which letter does their first name begins with. Continue encouraging children to engage with one another cooperatively; when appropriate, to work together, to talk and listen, and to assist one another in completing tasks. Continue to stay actively involved with children. Expand on their experiences by offering verbal and nonverbal support when necessary. For example, play alongside a child, model how to use a material, balance teacher-directed and child-initiated activities. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates and information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@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 09.0608 · Violation

Name of Operation: E. E. MILLER ELEMENTARY Facility ID: 26002169 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/4/2024 Number Present: 28 Completed Date: 9/4/2024 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed April 11, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 98%. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued February 18, 2020. The License was based on the program earning three points in education standards, seven points in program standards, and one quality point by having a reduced staff/child ratio by one in each group from the seven-point level as required in .2818(c). The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Jessica Hartsfield, Teacher. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed August 17, 2023. Fire Classification of Approved completed March 11, 2024. Indoors in space #111, I was greeted by Lukeasia McArn, Teacher. Upon my arrival, she was standing in the doorway with thirteen children in care. Adriana Gunter, Teacher, arrived in the classroom with one child, approximately three minutes later. The children were observed in various activity centers. They were using color pegs to build a tall building, some used musical instruments, and counting/matching number cards. A teacher asked a child to find thirteen oranges. She gave the child clues by saying, “It’s near you” and “it’s in your pile”. Other children used materials like blocks and animals. Children were observed in the sand table using blue soft sand with an ice tray and dishes. In the dramatic play area, two children were wearing fire fighter hats. Outdoors, I was greeted by Jennifer Agosto, teacher. Upon my arrival she was on the playground with fourteen children. Jessica Hartsfield, teacher arrived approximately three minutes after I arrived. The children were observed, running, climbing, sliding, playing in the sand, and walking/balancing on the border of the sandbox. A teacher reminded children to run on the grass, so that they would not run into others. Children were given a five-minute warning to play. After playtime was over, children were told to shake their shoes out. A teacher reminded them of the line leader, door holder, and caboose helpers. Once indoors the children washed their hands and prepared for morning snack. Morning snack was provided by parents. Morning snack consisted of various chips and water. I also observed, toileting, handwashing, sanitation, lunch, and preperation for rest time. Lunch served consisted of cheese dunkers, marinara dipping sauce, Southwest pinto beans, seasoned corn, peaches, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with J. Hartsfield. The following violations were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. The facility does not have a current sanitation inspection. The last inspection was dated 8/17/23. GS 110-91 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. An emergency information form was not on file for one staff member in space #111. .0701(a) 1775 NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. Upon arrival to space #111, one teacher was standing in the doorway with thirteen children in care. Another teacher arrived in the classroom with one child approximately three minutes later. Upon arrival on the outdoor area to monitor children of space #113, there was one teacher on the playground with fourteen children. Another teacher arrived approximately three minutes later. .3009 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One staff member in space #111, did not have a signed acknowledgement form on file for the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(d)(1-4) The violation must be corrected immediately. Mail or email a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 pm on September 18, 2024 describing how and when the violations were corrected and how the facility plans to maintain compliance in the future. If the compliance letter is not received by the due date, an additional visit will be conducted to verify that violations have been corrected. Mail or email the information to: Rona Davis Child Care Consultant P. O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Technical Assistant/Reminders/Discussions: Sanitation Inspection: The facility does not have an updated sanitation inspection. The last inspection was dated August 17, 2023. Contact Environmental Health within two business days at 910-433-3676, to inform them of your Routine Unannounced visit. A current sanitation inspection must be completed by September 18, 2024. Staff/Child Ratios: A violation was documented for failure to maintain compliance with staff/child ratio requirements. Violations of this nature directly impact the safety of the children while in your care. In addition, these types of violations have the greatest negative impact on your compliance history. During the visit, we discussed that repeated violations of this nature during consecutive visits may lead to an administrative action against your license. A follow up visit will be conducted in the near future to monitor compliance with child care requirements. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy: SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death. According to NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.0608, each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent SBS/AHT. This policy must be provided to parents and staff working at the facility and an acknowledgement signed by both parents and staff verifying receipt of the policy. AHT can occur in children up to 5 years of age. Shaken baby syndrome can lead to serious conditions including brain damage, problems with memory and attention, blindness, or hearing loss; intellectual, speech or learning disabilities; and developmental delays. The signed acknowledgement form must be on file for staff and children on day one. Classroom Observation Suggestion: Tell children why and what they are going to do before they begin to engage in activities and summarize what they did after they are finished. For example, before beginning the rug activity involving the alphabet, tell children that they are going to learn about the first letter of their name. After the activity, ask the children which letter does their first name begins with. Continue encouraging children to engage with one another cooperatively; when appropriate, to work together, to talk and listen, and to assist one another in completing tasks. Continue to stay actively involved with children. Expand on their experiences by offering verbal and nonverbal support when necessary. For example, play alongside a child, model how to use a material, balance teacher-directed and child-initiated activities. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates and information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: E. E. MILLER ELEMENTARY Facility ID: 26002169 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/4/2024 Number Present: 28 Completed Date: 9/4/2024 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed April 11, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 98%. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued February 18, 2020. The License was based on the program earning three points in education standards, seven points in program standards, and one quality point by having a reduced staff/child ratio by one in each group from the seven-point level as required in .2818(c). The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Jessica Hartsfield, Teacher. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed August 17, 2023. Fire Classification of Approved completed March 11, 2024. Indoors in space #111, I was greeted by Lukeasia McArn, Teacher. Upon my arrival, she was standing in the doorway with thirteen children in care. Adriana Gunter, Teacher, arrived in the classroom with one child, approximately three minutes later. The children were observed in various activity centers. They were using color pegs to build a tall building, some used musical instruments, and counting/matching number cards. A teacher asked a child to find thirteen oranges. She gave the child clues by saying, “It’s near you” and “it’s in your pile”. Other children used materials like blocks and animals. Children were observed in the sand table using blue soft sand with an ice tray and dishes. In the dramatic play area, two children were wearing fire fighter hats. Outdoors, I was greeted by Jennifer Agosto, teacher. Upon my arrival she was on the playground with fourteen children. Jessica Hartsfield, teacher arrived approximately three minutes after I arrived. The children were observed, running, climbing, sliding, playing in the sand, and walking/balancing on the border of the sandbox. A teacher reminded children to run on the grass, so that they would not run into others. Children were given a five-minute warning to play. After playtime was over, children were told to shake their shoes out. A teacher reminded them of the line leader, door holder, and caboose helpers. Once indoors the children washed their hands and prepared for morning snack. Morning snack was provided by parents. Morning snack consisted of various chips and water. I also observed, toileting, handwashing, sanitation, lunch, and preperation for rest time. Lunch served consisted of cheese dunkers, marinara dipping sauce, Southwest pinto beans, seasoned corn, peaches, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with J. Hartsfield. The following violations were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. The facility does not have a current sanitation inspection. The last inspection was dated 8/17/23. GS 110-91 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. An emergency information form was not on file for one staff member in space #111. .0701(a) 1775 NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. Upon arrival to space #111, one teacher was standing in the doorway with thirteen children in care. Another teacher arrived in the classroom with one child approximately three minutes later. Upon arrival on the outdoor area to monitor children of space #113, there was one teacher on the playground with fourteen children. Another teacher arrived approximately three minutes later. .3009 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One staff member in space #111, did not have a signed acknowledgement form on file for the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(d)(1-4) The violation must be corrected immediately. Mail or email a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 pm on September 18, 2024 describing how and when the violations were corrected and how the facility plans to maintain compliance in the future. If the compliance letter is not received by the due date, an additional visit will be conducted to verify that violations have been corrected. Mail or email the information to: Rona Davis Child Care Consultant P. O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Technical Assistant/Reminders/Discussions: Sanitation Inspection: The facility does not have an updated sanitation inspection. The last inspection was dated August 17, 2023. Contact Environmental Health within two business days at 910-433-3676, to inform them of your Routine Unannounced visit. A current sanitation inspection must be completed by September 18, 2024. Staff/Child Ratios: A violation was documented for failure to maintain compliance with staff/child ratio requirements. Violations of this nature directly impact the safety of the children while in your care. In addition, these types of violations have the greatest negative impact on your compliance history. During the visit, we discussed that repeated violations of this nature during consecutive visits may lead to an administrative action against your license. A follow up visit will be conducted in the near future to monitor compliance with child care requirements. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy: SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death. According to NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.0608, each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent SBS/AHT. This policy must be provided to parents and staff working at the facility and an acknowledgement signed by both parents and staff verifying receipt of the policy. AHT can occur in children up to 5 years of age. Shaken baby syndrome can lead to serious conditions including brain damage, problems with memory and attention, blindness, or hearing loss; intellectual, speech or learning disabilities; and developmental delays. The signed acknowledgement form must be on file for staff and children on day one. Classroom Observation Suggestion: Tell children why and what they are going to do before they begin to engage in activities and summarize what they did after they are finished. For example, before beginning the rug activity involving the alphabet, tell children that they are going to learn about the first letter of their name. After the activity, ask the children which letter does their first name begins with. Continue encouraging children to engage with one another cooperatively; when appropriate, to work together, to talk and listen, and to assist one another in completing tasks. Continue to stay actively involved with children. Expand on their experiences by offering verbal and nonverbal support when necessary. For example, play alongside a child, model how to use a material, balance teacher-directed and child-initiated activities. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates and information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@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 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: E. E. MILLER ELEMENTARY Facility ID: 26002169 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/11/2024 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 4/11/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in Spaces #111, and #113 which serve children participating in the NC Pre-K program, and Health and Safety Training. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed April 19, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 97 % which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4) (c-d). This program currently operates with a Four- Star License issued February 18, 2020. The License was based on the program earning 3 points in education standards, 7 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option by having reduced group size by one in each group from the seven-point level as required in Rule .2818(c). The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed August 17, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory completed March 11, 2024. Jessica Hartsfield and Tanjeniqwa Vines, Lead Teachers were present while I observed the indoor and outdoor areas. Two groups of children in space #111, and #113 enrolled in the NC Pre-K program were observed participating in indoor activities. In Space #111, children were observed participating in morning group time. During morning group time T. Vines, Lead teacher discussed the life stage of ladybugs after reviewing positive affirmations via song. After morning group time, the children transitioned to a center of their choice, age-appropriate materials were available such as: blocks, books, art materials, and puzzles. In Space #113, children were participating in story time from a Kiwanis member with the assistance of Lead Teacher, J. Hartsfield. After story time the children transitioned to a center of their choice, age-appropriate materials were available such as: dramatic play, writing materials, blocks, and sand play. Staff in space #111 and #113 engaged in frequent, positive, and interactive language with individual children and groups of children by asking questions, responding to questions, and discussing their activities. Lunch documented on today’s menu were corn dog nuggets, or meatballs &gravy roll, mashed potatoes, seasoned collard greens, and chilled peaches. I received an updated Staff and Training Worksheet during today’s visit. No violation(s) were found. I received and reviewed required documentation for a substitute B. Harris present in space#111, during today’s visit. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with J. Hartsfield. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit. The fire inspection were completed March 11, 2024, however DCDEE received the fire inspection on April 3, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(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. Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: TA/Consultation: Mailing Fire Inspection: A violation being cited regarding not mailing the facility’s current fire inspection to DCDEE within one week of the inspection. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a). I encouraged staff and NC PRE-K Coordinator Sean Brost to work with front desk staff to send DCDEE the fire inspection once it has been received. Reminders: Cohort and hold harmless: The hold harmless legislation was extended and signed into law on Monday June 12th, 2023. This legislation allows facilities to remain at their current star level without a reassessment until June 30, 2024, and when reassessed it reduces the education evaluation requirements for lead teachers from 75% to 50% until June of 2026. To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. While the first reassessment year will not begin until July 1, 2024, the preparation year for cohort one begins July 1, 2023. Rated License Assessment: Your facility is in cohort one. I recommend you consider completing the following tasks and activities that will help prepare you for your reassessment year. If possible, we will align the reassessment with your annual compliance visit timeframe. •Have all staff update WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS) •Determine whether you wish to have Environment Rating Scale (ERS) Assessments [ITERS-R, ECERS-R, SACERS-U, FCCERS-R] conducted •Request technical assistance with your child care consultant and local partners •Participate in local CCR&R and NCPC quality related training/workshops (CCRR Information) •Reach out to your local Community College to discuss educational opportunities •Review NCRLAP website ERS resources (www.NCRLAP.org). To help review ERS requirements and think carefully about the current characteristics and practices in your program and classrooms, check out the Thinking More worksheets. A worksheet is available for each subscale of each rating scale. •Consider requesting an ERS assessment (free of charge) during the preparation year. Remember the scores can be used in a variety of ways oERS assessments can be requested during the preparation year and scores can be used as guidance to enhance program quality o If desired, assessment scores can be used during the preparation year if the operator wants to move forward with a rated license reassessment o Assessment scores can be saved to use during the reassessment year o Facilities can request another ERS assessment (free of charge) in your reassessment year for any ERS assessment scoring less than a 5.0 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. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-308-2537 or angela.stevens@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: E. E. MILLER ELEMENTARY Facility ID: 26002169 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/11/2024 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 4/11/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in Spaces #111, and #113 which serve children participating in the NC Pre-K program, and Health and Safety Training. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed April 19, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 97 % which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4) (c-d). This program currently operates with a Four- Star License issued February 18, 2020. The License was based on the program earning 3 points in education standards, 7 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option by having reduced group size by one in each group from the seven-point level as required in Rule .2818(c). The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed August 17, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory completed March 11, 2024. Jessica Hartsfield and Tanjeniqwa Vines, Lead Teachers were present while I observed the indoor and outdoor areas. Two groups of children in space #111, and #113 enrolled in the NC Pre-K program were observed participating in indoor activities. In Space #111, children were observed participating in morning group time. During morning group time T. Vines, Lead teacher discussed the life stage of ladybugs after reviewing positive affirmations via song. After morning group time, the children transitioned to a center of their choice, age-appropriate materials were available such as: blocks, books, art materials, and puzzles. In Space #113, children were participating in story time from a Kiwanis member with the assistance of Lead Teacher, J. Hartsfield. After story time the children transitioned to a center of their choice, age-appropriate materials were available such as: dramatic play, writing materials, blocks, and sand play. Staff in space #111 and #113 engaged in frequent, positive, and interactive language with individual children and groups of children by asking questions, responding to questions, and discussing their activities. Lunch documented on today’s menu were corn dog nuggets, or meatballs &gravy roll, mashed potatoes, seasoned collard greens, and chilled peaches. I received an updated Staff and Training Worksheet during today’s visit. No violation(s) were found. I received and reviewed required documentation for a substitute B. Harris present in space#111, during today’s visit. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with J. Hartsfield. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit. The fire inspection were completed March 11, 2024, however DCDEE received the fire inspection on April 3, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(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. Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: TA/Consultation: Mailing Fire Inspection: A violation being cited regarding not mailing the facility’s current fire inspection to DCDEE within one week of the inspection. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a). I encouraged staff and NC PRE-K Coordinator Sean Brost to work with front desk staff to send DCDEE the fire inspection once it has been received. Reminders: Cohort and hold harmless: The hold harmless legislation was extended and signed into law on Monday June 12th, 2023. This legislation allows facilities to remain at their current star level without a reassessment until June 30, 2024, and when reassessed it reduces the education evaluation requirements for lead teachers from 75% to 50% until June of 2026. To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. While the first reassessment year will not begin until July 1, 2024, the preparation year for cohort one begins July 1, 2023. Rated License Assessment: Your facility is in cohort one. I recommend you consider completing the following tasks and activities that will help prepare you for your reassessment year. If possible, we will align the reassessment with your annual compliance visit timeframe. •Have all staff update WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS) •Determine whether you wish to have Environment Rating Scale (ERS) Assessments [ITERS-R, ECERS-R, SACERS-U, FCCERS-R] conducted •Request technical assistance with your child care consultant and local partners •Participate in local CCR&R and NCPC quality related training/workshops (CCRR Information) •Reach out to your local Community College to discuss educational opportunities •Review NCRLAP website ERS resources (www.NCRLAP.org). To help review ERS requirements and think carefully about the current characteristics and practices in your program and classrooms, check out the Thinking More worksheets. A worksheet is available for each subscale of each rating scale. •Consider requesting an ERS assessment (free of charge) during the preparation year. Remember the scores can be used in a variety of ways oERS assessments can be requested during the preparation year and scores can be used as guidance to enhance program quality o If desired, assessment scores can be used during the preparation year if the operator wants to move forward with a rated license reassessment o Assessment scores can be saved to use during the reassessment year o Facilities can request another ERS assessment (free of charge) in your reassessment year for any ERS assessment scoring less than a 5.0 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. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-308-2537 or angela.stevens@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 .0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: E. E. MILLER ELEMENTARY Facility ID: 26002169 Consultant: JENNIFER STRICKLAND Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/19/2023 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 10/19/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 08:50 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 visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a Routine Unannounced Visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed April 19,2023 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 99% which at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4) (c-d). This program currently operates with a Four (4)-Star License issued February 18, 2020. The License was based on the program earning three (3) points in education standards, seven (7) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option by having reduced group size by one in each group from the seven-point level as required in Rule .2818(c). The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct 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 August 17, 2023. Fire Classification of Approved for daytime care only completed September 8, 2023. Jessica Hartsfield and Tanjeniqwa Vines, Lead Teachers, were present while I observed the indoor and outdoor areas. Two groups of children enrolled in the NC Pre-K program were observed participating in indoor free choice play opportunities. The children in space #111 were observed during the morning meeting. Children went over their affirmations and then watched a five-minute video on hibernation. The teacher asked the children to share what animals they saw on the video and what they were doing. The children took turns sharing; they saw ladybugs, lizards, stingrays, and bears. The teacher asked many open-ended questions to keep children engaged in conversation. Children in Space #113 were observed finishing their morning meeting and transitioning outdoors to participate in gross motor activities. While outdoors, the children played with sand toys, went up and down the steps of the stationary structure, played with musical instruments, and played kickball. Once they returned inside, they washed their hands and transitioned to free play. Children were observed playing with puzzles, dramatic play, manipulatives, blocks, a writing center, and art. Lunch consisted of chicken nugget waffles, mashed potatoes, mixed berry fruit, and milk. The facility's program records were reviewed for compliance. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with J. Hartsfield. The following violation was observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 837 The EMC plan did not name the person responsible, and at least one alternate, for choosing and carrying out the plan of action to obtain appropriate medical care. Names of person's responsible for carrying out duties were not listed in each individual classroom. .0802(a)(1)(A-B); 838 The EMC plan did not name the person responsible for taking the authorization for treatment, accompanying the ill or injured person, notifying contact persons and/or obtaining substitutes. Names were not listed for person's designated to complete these duties in each individual classroom. .0802(a)(2)(A-D) 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 November 2, 2023, 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. 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 Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Strickland Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 641 Fayetteville, NC 28302 jennifer.a.strickland@dhhs.nc.gov Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Emergency Medical Care Plan: Two violations were cited today for not having the names of the person’s carrying out the designated duties during an emergency in the Emergency Medical Care Plan. The name of the person and at least one alternate, responsible for carrying out that plan of action, ensuring that appropriate medical care is given and not having the names of alternate persons listed. The name of the person and one alternate at the center responsible for certain duties need to also be listed. Make sure that all documents list the names of teachers and alternates working in individual classrooms. Refer to Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802 EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE (a)(1)(2) for more information. Observation suggestion: Continue to plan activities that encourage participation. Think about questions to ask and ways to invite children to participate. Continue to encourage children to share information and expand on their responses. Ask questions that direct the children’s attention to what you are discussing. Young children can quickly loose focus if they don’t have an active role in an activity. NCRLAP: I encourage teachers to visit the NCRLAP website at www.ncrlap.org for video resources such as “Language for Learning: Preschoolers”. Also available are additional webinars, handouts, and other videos for all Environment Rating Scales. Challenging Behaviors: Do you have children who bite? Do children struggle to focus during circle time? Do challenging behaviors cause difficult transitions? Do you spend all day managing behavior? Are you at your wits' end? Help is available for these and other behavior challenges! The Challenging Behaviors Hotline has opened and is provided for Free. You may speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to challenging behaviors in your facility. Dial 1-888-600-1685 Option 1 or for more information go to www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline Hazardous Plants: It was observed that one of the classrooms contained living plants in which are used to expose children to nature and allow them the opportunity to take care of living objects. shared a copy of the pamphlet “The Guide to Accidental Plant Poisoning” with the administrator. The pamphlet contains information regarding common nonpoisonous plants that are safe for indoors and outdoors in child care programs. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Visit the DCDEE website (https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov) for updated requirements, forms, and other pertinent information. Please feel free to contact me at jennifer.a.strickland@dhhs.nc.gov or 910- 882-2378 if you have any questions or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: E. E. MILLER ELEMENTARY Facility ID: 26002169 Consultant: JENNIFER STRICKLAND Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/19/2023 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 10/19/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 08:50 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 visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a Routine Unannounced Visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed April 19,2023 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 99% which at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4) (c-d). This program currently operates with a Four (4)-Star License issued February 18, 2020. The License was based on the program earning three (3) points in education standards, seven (7) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option by having reduced group size by one in each group from the seven-point level as required in Rule .2818(c). The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct 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 August 17, 2023. Fire Classification of Approved for daytime care only completed September 8, 2023. Jessica Hartsfield and Tanjeniqwa Vines, Lead Teachers, were present while I observed the indoor and outdoor areas. Two groups of children enrolled in the NC Pre-K program were observed participating in indoor free choice play opportunities. The children in space #111 were observed during the morning meeting. Children went over their affirmations and then watched a five-minute video on hibernation. The teacher asked the children to share what animals they saw on the video and what they were doing. The children took turns sharing; they saw ladybugs, lizards, stingrays, and bears. The teacher asked many open-ended questions to keep children engaged in conversation. Children in Space #113 were observed finishing their morning meeting and transitioning outdoors to participate in gross motor activities. While outdoors, the children played with sand toys, went up and down the steps of the stationary structure, played with musical instruments, and played kickball. Once they returned inside, they washed their hands and transitioned to free play. Children were observed playing with puzzles, dramatic play, manipulatives, blocks, a writing center, and art. Lunch consisted of chicken nugget waffles, mashed potatoes, mixed berry fruit, and milk. The facility's program records were reviewed for compliance. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with J. Hartsfield. The following violation was observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 837 The EMC plan did not name the person responsible, and at least one alternate, for choosing and carrying out the plan of action to obtain appropriate medical care. Names of person's responsible for carrying out duties were not listed in each individual classroom. .0802(a)(1)(A-B); 838 The EMC plan did not name the person responsible for taking the authorization for treatment, accompanying the ill or injured person, notifying contact persons and/or obtaining substitutes. Names were not listed for person's designated to complete these duties in each individual classroom. .0802(a)(2)(A-D) 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 November 2, 2023, 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. 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 Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Strickland Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 641 Fayetteville, NC 28302 jennifer.a.strickland@dhhs.nc.gov Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Emergency Medical Care Plan: Two violations were cited today for not having the names of the person’s carrying out the designated duties during an emergency in the Emergency Medical Care Plan. The name of the person and at least one alternate, responsible for carrying out that plan of action, ensuring that appropriate medical care is given and not having the names of alternate persons listed. The name of the person and one alternate at the center responsible for certain duties need to also be listed. Make sure that all documents list the names of teachers and alternates working in individual classrooms. Refer to Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802 EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE (a)(1)(2) for more information. Observation suggestion: Continue to plan activities that encourage participation. Think about questions to ask and ways to invite children to participate. Continue to encourage children to share information and expand on their responses. Ask questions that direct the children’s attention to what you are discussing. Young children can quickly loose focus if they don’t have an active role in an activity. NCRLAP: I encourage teachers to visit the NCRLAP website at www.ncrlap.org for video resources such as “Language for Learning: Preschoolers”. Also available are additional webinars, handouts, and other videos for all Environment Rating Scales. Challenging Behaviors: Do you have children who bite? Do children struggle to focus during circle time? Do challenging behaviors cause difficult transitions? Do you spend all day managing behavior? Are you at your wits' end? Help is available for these and other behavior challenges! The Challenging Behaviors Hotline has opened and is provided for Free. You may speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to challenging behaviors in your facility. Dial 1-888-600-1685 Option 1 or for more information go to www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline Hazardous Plants: It was observed that one of the classrooms contained living plants in which are used to expose children to nature and allow them the opportunity to take care of living objects. shared a copy of the pamphlet “The Guide to Accidental Plant Poisoning” with the administrator. The pamphlet contains information regarding common nonpoisonous plants that are safe for indoors and outdoors in child care programs. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Visit the DCDEE website (https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov) for updated requirements, forms, and other pertinent information. Please feel free to contact me at jennifer.a.strickland@dhhs.nc.gov or 910- 882-2378 if you have any questions or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times