10A NCAC 09 .0608 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/17/2025 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/17/2025 Age: From 1 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 pertinent to a Routine Unannounced including health and safety training requirements. The previous annual compliance visit was completed June 24, 2025, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which is above the required 75%. This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann, Owner/Operator. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed 7/28/2025. Fire Classification of Approve for Daytime only completed 6/23/2025. S. Vann was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, administrator, was not present. Upon arrival, children were in space #2a, sitting at child size tables coloring a holiday sheet with crayons and transitioned to free choice activities in interest centers. Children and staff built towers with Dublos blocks and played with toy vehicles. in writing activities. In the outdoor area, children climbed on sliding stationary equipment, rode rockers, and climbed through tunnels. Upon return indoors, staff assisted children with in diapering, toileting, and hand washing routines in preparation for mealtime. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann consisted of spaghetti with meat sauce, green beans, diced peaches, dinner roll, and milk. Following lunch, children washed their hands and rested on individual cots on clean linen. Soft instrumental music played as staff rubbed backs helping children fall asleep. A staff and training worksheet was completed for one new staff member and the employee’s file was monitored. The most recent fire drill, monthly outdoor inspection, and lockdown emergency drill were all completed on December 1, 2025. The most current monthly playground inspection was completed on December 2, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. A medical report for a staff member hired 9/9/2025 was not on file prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Documentation of TB test results on file for a staff member hired 9/9/2025 were older than 12 months. The most current TB test results on file for the staff member were completed January 10, 2024. .0701(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Documentation of new employee orientation was not on file for a staff member hired September 9, 2025. .1101(a)(b) 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. Documentation of the facility's prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not on file for a staff member hired September 9, 2025. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. A staff member hired 9/9/2025 did not complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. .1102(g) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on December 31, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Classroom Observations: Based on today’s classroom observation, I discussed with teachers the positive teacher/child interactions observed in space #2a. Children were engaged in classroom activities and were provided a variety of options such as blocks, dramatic play, art, manipulatives, and books in the cozy area. During interactions with children, the teacher engaged in rich, meaningful conversations with children. I encouraged the teacher to continue providing and engaging in positive interactions with children and promote peer to peer interactions. This is important for proper growth and development of young children. I encouraged teachers to also be flexible in the posted schedule based on children’s interest and attention span. QRIS Modernization: During today’s visit an overview of section .3200 of the child care rules was provided. Each of the following pathway options were discussed: Program Assessment Pathway, Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway, and Accreditation and Head Start Pathway. Education requirements were also discussed. The Pathways were discussed with the operator and the Pathway Conversation document was completed. The facility currently uses Creative Curriculum 4th Edition and an unapproved formative assessment. I recommend she remind staff register and update their information in DCDEE WORKS. We reviewed the QRIS Staff Info/Education Worksheet and how to complete it. All requirements are in progress for the pathway with the exception of completing the formative assessments for all children and the coaching/training for administrator and lead teachers. The administrator would like more support on a curriculum and formative assessment for all children enrolled. The facility is currently receiving technical assistance from CCPFC to fulfill the coaching/mentoring requirement for Pathway #2. The facility desires to increase to 4 Stars. I recommend the operator visit swcdc.org for training opportunities that offer CEUs and visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization for more information regarding QRIS Modernization. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy. A signed acknowledgement of the facility’s policy was not on file for one staff member. As a reminder, administrators must review the policy with staff prior to the individual providing care to children and a copy of the acknowledgement must be retained in the staff member's file. You will find more information regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608. New Staff Orientation: A violation regarding documentation of Staff Orientation was cited during today’s visit. Each center shall ensure that each new employee who is expected to have contact with children receives a minimum of 16 clock hours of on-site orientation within the first six weeks of employment. As part of this orientation, each new employee shall complete six clock hours of orientation within the first two weeks of employment as listed in the top section of this chart. As a reminder, new staff orientation may not be counted toward annual on-going training requirements. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1101. Medical Report and TB test results: Violations for a staff member’s medical statement/report and TB test results and/or screening not file was cited during today’s visit. As a reminder, the medical statement/report and TB test results or screening shall be completed and on file prior to the first day of work. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Staff File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in staff files. Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. As a reminder, administrators and all staff must complete the required training within 90 days of employment. I recommend administrators require new staff to complete the training requirement during new staff orientation to ensure it has been completed in a timely manner. A Health and Safety Training Record is also a reminder for staff to ensure the training has been completed. The training can be accessed at preventchildabusenc.org. More information can be found in the NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g). Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/17/2025 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/17/2025 Age: From 1 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 pertinent to a Routine Unannounced including health and safety training requirements. The previous annual compliance visit was completed June 24, 2025, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which is above the required 75%. This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann, Owner/Operator. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed 7/28/2025. Fire Classification of Approve for Daytime only completed 6/23/2025. S. Vann was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, administrator, was not present. Upon arrival, children were in space #2a, sitting at child size tables coloring a holiday sheet with crayons and transitioned to free choice activities in interest centers. Children and staff built towers with Dublos blocks and played with toy vehicles. in writing activities. In the outdoor area, children climbed on sliding stationary equipment, rode rockers, and climbed through tunnels. Upon return indoors, staff assisted children with in diapering, toileting, and hand washing routines in preparation for mealtime. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann consisted of spaghetti with meat sauce, green beans, diced peaches, dinner roll, and milk. Following lunch, children washed their hands and rested on individual cots on clean linen. Soft instrumental music played as staff rubbed backs helping children fall asleep. A staff and training worksheet was completed for one new staff member and the employee’s file was monitored. The most recent fire drill, monthly outdoor inspection, and lockdown emergency drill were all completed on December 1, 2025. The most current monthly playground inspection was completed on December 2, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. A medical report for a staff member hired 9/9/2025 was not on file prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Documentation of TB test results on file for a staff member hired 9/9/2025 were older than 12 months. The most current TB test results on file for the staff member were completed January 10, 2024. .0701(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Documentation of new employee orientation was not on file for a staff member hired September 9, 2025. .1101(a)(b) 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. Documentation of the facility's prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not on file for a staff member hired September 9, 2025. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. A staff member hired 9/9/2025 did not complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. .1102(g) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on December 31, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Classroom Observations: Based on today’s classroom observation, I discussed with teachers the positive teacher/child interactions observed in space #2a. Children were engaged in classroom activities and were provided a variety of options such as blocks, dramatic play, art, manipulatives, and books in the cozy area. During interactions with children, the teacher engaged in rich, meaningful conversations with children. I encouraged the teacher to continue providing and engaging in positive interactions with children and promote peer to peer interactions. This is important for proper growth and development of young children. I encouraged teachers to also be flexible in the posted schedule based on children’s interest and attention span. QRIS Modernization: During today’s visit an overview of section .3200 of the child care rules was provided. Each of the following pathway options were discussed: Program Assessment Pathway, Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway, and Accreditation and Head Start Pathway. Education requirements were also discussed. The Pathways were discussed with the operator and the Pathway Conversation document was completed. The facility currently uses Creative Curriculum 4th Edition and an unapproved formative assessment. I recommend she remind staff register and update their information in DCDEE WORKS. We reviewed the QRIS Staff Info/Education Worksheet and how to complete it. All requirements are in progress for the pathway with the exception of completing the formative assessments for all children and the coaching/training for administrator and lead teachers. The administrator would like more support on a curriculum and formative assessment for all children enrolled. The facility is currently receiving technical assistance from CCPFC to fulfill the coaching/mentoring requirement for Pathway #2. The facility desires to increase to 4 Stars. I recommend the operator visit swcdc.org for training opportunities that offer CEUs and visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization for more information regarding QRIS Modernization. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy. A signed acknowledgement of the facility’s policy was not on file for one staff member. As a reminder, administrators must review the policy with staff prior to the individual providing care to children and a copy of the acknowledgement must be retained in the staff member's file. You will find more information regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608. New Staff Orientation: A violation regarding documentation of Staff Orientation was cited during today’s visit. Each center shall ensure that each new employee who is expected to have contact with children receives a minimum of 16 clock hours of on-site orientation within the first six weeks of employment. As part of this orientation, each new employee shall complete six clock hours of orientation within the first two weeks of employment as listed in the top section of this chart. As a reminder, new staff orientation may not be counted toward annual on-going training requirements. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1101. Medical Report and TB test results: Violations for a staff member’s medical statement/report and TB test results and/or screening not file was cited during today’s visit. As a reminder, the medical statement/report and TB test results or screening shall be completed and on file prior to the first day of work. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Staff File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in staff files. Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. As a reminder, administrators and all staff must complete the required training within 90 days of employment. I recommend administrators require new staff to complete the training requirement during new staff orientation to ensure it has been completed in a timely manner. A Health and Safety Training Record is also a reminder for staff to ensure the training has been completed. The training can be accessed at preventchildabusenc.org. More information can be found in the NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g). Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1101 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/17/2025 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/17/2025 Age: From 1 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 pertinent to a Routine Unannounced including health and safety training requirements. The previous annual compliance visit was completed June 24, 2025, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which is above the required 75%. This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann, Owner/Operator. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed 7/28/2025. Fire Classification of Approve for Daytime only completed 6/23/2025. S. Vann was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, administrator, was not present. Upon arrival, children were in space #2a, sitting at child size tables coloring a holiday sheet with crayons and transitioned to free choice activities in interest centers. Children and staff built towers with Dublos blocks and played with toy vehicles. in writing activities. In the outdoor area, children climbed on sliding stationary equipment, rode rockers, and climbed through tunnels. Upon return indoors, staff assisted children with in diapering, toileting, and hand washing routines in preparation for mealtime. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann consisted of spaghetti with meat sauce, green beans, diced peaches, dinner roll, and milk. Following lunch, children washed their hands and rested on individual cots on clean linen. Soft instrumental music played as staff rubbed backs helping children fall asleep. A staff and training worksheet was completed for one new staff member and the employee’s file was monitored. The most recent fire drill, monthly outdoor inspection, and lockdown emergency drill were all completed on December 1, 2025. The most current monthly playground inspection was completed on December 2, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. A medical report for a staff member hired 9/9/2025 was not on file prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Documentation of TB test results on file for a staff member hired 9/9/2025 were older than 12 months. The most current TB test results on file for the staff member were completed January 10, 2024. .0701(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Documentation of new employee orientation was not on file for a staff member hired September 9, 2025. .1101(a)(b) 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. Documentation of the facility's prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not on file for a staff member hired September 9, 2025. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. A staff member hired 9/9/2025 did not complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. .1102(g) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on December 31, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Classroom Observations: Based on today’s classroom observation, I discussed with teachers the positive teacher/child interactions observed in space #2a. Children were engaged in classroom activities and were provided a variety of options such as blocks, dramatic play, art, manipulatives, and books in the cozy area. During interactions with children, the teacher engaged in rich, meaningful conversations with children. I encouraged the teacher to continue providing and engaging in positive interactions with children and promote peer to peer interactions. This is important for proper growth and development of young children. I encouraged teachers to also be flexible in the posted schedule based on children’s interest and attention span. QRIS Modernization: During today’s visit an overview of section .3200 of the child care rules was provided. Each of the following pathway options were discussed: Program Assessment Pathway, Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway, and Accreditation and Head Start Pathway. Education requirements were also discussed. The Pathways were discussed with the operator and the Pathway Conversation document was completed. The facility currently uses Creative Curriculum 4th Edition and an unapproved formative assessment. I recommend she remind staff register and update their information in DCDEE WORKS. We reviewed the QRIS Staff Info/Education Worksheet and how to complete it. All requirements are in progress for the pathway with the exception of completing the formative assessments for all children and the coaching/training for administrator and lead teachers. The administrator would like more support on a curriculum and formative assessment for all children enrolled. The facility is currently receiving technical assistance from CCPFC to fulfill the coaching/mentoring requirement for Pathway #2. The facility desires to increase to 4 Stars. I recommend the operator visit swcdc.org for training opportunities that offer CEUs and visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization for more information regarding QRIS Modernization. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy. A signed acknowledgement of the facility’s policy was not on file for one staff member. As a reminder, administrators must review the policy with staff prior to the individual providing care to children and a copy of the acknowledgement must be retained in the staff member's file. You will find more information regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608. New Staff Orientation: A violation regarding documentation of Staff Orientation was cited during today’s visit. Each center shall ensure that each new employee who is expected to have contact with children receives a minimum of 16 clock hours of on-site orientation within the first six weeks of employment. As part of this orientation, each new employee shall complete six clock hours of orientation within the first two weeks of employment as listed in the top section of this chart. As a reminder, new staff orientation may not be counted toward annual on-going training requirements. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1101. Medical Report and TB test results: Violations for a staff member’s medical statement/report and TB test results and/or screening not file was cited during today’s visit. As a reminder, the medical statement/report and TB test results or screening shall be completed and on file prior to the first day of work. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Staff File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in staff files. Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. As a reminder, administrators and all staff must complete the required training within 90 days of employment. I recommend administrators require new staff to complete the training requirement during new staff orientation to ensure it has been completed in a timely manner. A Health and Safety Training Record is also a reminder for staff to ensure the training has been completed. The training can be accessed at preventchildabusenc.org. More information can be found in the NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g). Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/17/2025 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/17/2025 Age: From 1 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 pertinent to a Routine Unannounced including health and safety training requirements. The previous annual compliance visit was completed June 24, 2025, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which is above the required 75%. This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann, Owner/Operator. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed 7/28/2025. Fire Classification of Approve for Daytime only completed 6/23/2025. S. Vann was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, administrator, was not present. Upon arrival, children were in space #2a, sitting at child size tables coloring a holiday sheet with crayons and transitioned to free choice activities in interest centers. Children and staff built towers with Dublos blocks and played with toy vehicles. in writing activities. In the outdoor area, children climbed on sliding stationary equipment, rode rockers, and climbed through tunnels. Upon return indoors, staff assisted children with in diapering, toileting, and hand washing routines in preparation for mealtime. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann consisted of spaghetti with meat sauce, green beans, diced peaches, dinner roll, and milk. Following lunch, children washed their hands and rested on individual cots on clean linen. Soft instrumental music played as staff rubbed backs helping children fall asleep. A staff and training worksheet was completed for one new staff member and the employee’s file was monitored. The most recent fire drill, monthly outdoor inspection, and lockdown emergency drill were all completed on December 1, 2025. The most current monthly playground inspection was completed on December 2, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. A medical report for a staff member hired 9/9/2025 was not on file prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Documentation of TB test results on file for a staff member hired 9/9/2025 were older than 12 months. The most current TB test results on file for the staff member were completed January 10, 2024. .0701(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Documentation of new employee orientation was not on file for a staff member hired September 9, 2025. .1101(a)(b) 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. Documentation of the facility's prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not on file for a staff member hired September 9, 2025. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. A staff member hired 9/9/2025 did not complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. .1102(g) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on December 31, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Classroom Observations: Based on today’s classroom observation, I discussed with teachers the positive teacher/child interactions observed in space #2a. Children were engaged in classroom activities and were provided a variety of options such as blocks, dramatic play, art, manipulatives, and books in the cozy area. During interactions with children, the teacher engaged in rich, meaningful conversations with children. I encouraged the teacher to continue providing and engaging in positive interactions with children and promote peer to peer interactions. This is important for proper growth and development of young children. I encouraged teachers to also be flexible in the posted schedule based on children’s interest and attention span. QRIS Modernization: During today’s visit an overview of section .3200 of the child care rules was provided. Each of the following pathway options were discussed: Program Assessment Pathway, Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway, and Accreditation and Head Start Pathway. Education requirements were also discussed. The Pathways were discussed with the operator and the Pathway Conversation document was completed. The facility currently uses Creative Curriculum 4th Edition and an unapproved formative assessment. I recommend she remind staff register and update their information in DCDEE WORKS. We reviewed the QRIS Staff Info/Education Worksheet and how to complete it. All requirements are in progress for the pathway with the exception of completing the formative assessments for all children and the coaching/training for administrator and lead teachers. The administrator would like more support on a curriculum and formative assessment for all children enrolled. The facility is currently receiving technical assistance from CCPFC to fulfill the coaching/mentoring requirement for Pathway #2. The facility desires to increase to 4 Stars. I recommend the operator visit swcdc.org for training opportunities that offer CEUs and visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization for more information regarding QRIS Modernization. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy. A signed acknowledgement of the facility’s policy was not on file for one staff member. As a reminder, administrators must review the policy with staff prior to the individual providing care to children and a copy of the acknowledgement must be retained in the staff member's file. You will find more information regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608. New Staff Orientation: A violation regarding documentation of Staff Orientation was cited during today’s visit. Each center shall ensure that each new employee who is expected to have contact with children receives a minimum of 16 clock hours of on-site orientation within the first six weeks of employment. As part of this orientation, each new employee shall complete six clock hours of orientation within the first two weeks of employment as listed in the top section of this chart. As a reminder, new staff orientation may not be counted toward annual on-going training requirements. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1101. Medical Report and TB test results: Violations for a staff member’s medical statement/report and TB test results and/or screening not file was cited during today’s visit. As a reminder, the medical statement/report and TB test results or screening shall be completed and on file prior to the first day of work. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Staff File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in staff files. Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. As a reminder, administrators and all staff must complete the required training within 90 days of employment. I recommend administrators require new staff to complete the training requirement during new staff orientation to ensure it has been completed in a timely manner. A Health and Safety Training Record is also a reminder for staff to ensure the training has been completed. The training can be accessed at preventchildabusenc.org. More information can be found in the NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g). Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/17/2025 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/17/2025 Age: From 1 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 pertinent to a Routine Unannounced including health and safety training requirements. The previous annual compliance visit was completed June 24, 2025, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which is above the required 75%. This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann, Owner/Operator. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed 7/28/2025. Fire Classification of Approve for Daytime only completed 6/23/2025. S. Vann was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, administrator, was not present. Upon arrival, children were in space #2a, sitting at child size tables coloring a holiday sheet with crayons and transitioned to free choice activities in interest centers. Children and staff built towers with Dublos blocks and played with toy vehicles. in writing activities. In the outdoor area, children climbed on sliding stationary equipment, rode rockers, and climbed through tunnels. Upon return indoors, staff assisted children with in diapering, toileting, and hand washing routines in preparation for mealtime. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann consisted of spaghetti with meat sauce, green beans, diced peaches, dinner roll, and milk. Following lunch, children washed their hands and rested on individual cots on clean linen. Soft instrumental music played as staff rubbed backs helping children fall asleep. A staff and training worksheet was completed for one new staff member and the employee’s file was monitored. The most recent fire drill, monthly outdoor inspection, and lockdown emergency drill were all completed on December 1, 2025. The most current monthly playground inspection was completed on December 2, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. A medical report for a staff member hired 9/9/2025 was not on file prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Documentation of TB test results on file for a staff member hired 9/9/2025 were older than 12 months. The most current TB test results on file for the staff member were completed January 10, 2024. .0701(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Documentation of new employee orientation was not on file for a staff member hired September 9, 2025. .1101(a)(b) 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. Documentation of the facility's prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not on file for a staff member hired September 9, 2025. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. A staff member hired 9/9/2025 did not complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. .1102(g) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on December 31, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Classroom Observations: Based on today’s classroom observation, I discussed with teachers the positive teacher/child interactions observed in space #2a. Children were engaged in classroom activities and were provided a variety of options such as blocks, dramatic play, art, manipulatives, and books in the cozy area. During interactions with children, the teacher engaged in rich, meaningful conversations with children. I encouraged the teacher to continue providing and engaging in positive interactions with children and promote peer to peer interactions. This is important for proper growth and development of young children. I encouraged teachers to also be flexible in the posted schedule based on children’s interest and attention span. QRIS Modernization: During today’s visit an overview of section .3200 of the child care rules was provided. Each of the following pathway options were discussed: Program Assessment Pathway, Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway, and Accreditation and Head Start Pathway. Education requirements were also discussed. The Pathways were discussed with the operator and the Pathway Conversation document was completed. The facility currently uses Creative Curriculum 4th Edition and an unapproved formative assessment. I recommend she remind staff register and update their information in DCDEE WORKS. We reviewed the QRIS Staff Info/Education Worksheet and how to complete it. All requirements are in progress for the pathway with the exception of completing the formative assessments for all children and the coaching/training for administrator and lead teachers. The administrator would like more support on a curriculum and formative assessment for all children enrolled. The facility is currently receiving technical assistance from CCPFC to fulfill the coaching/mentoring requirement for Pathway #2. The facility desires to increase to 4 Stars. I recommend the operator visit swcdc.org for training opportunities that offer CEUs and visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization for more information regarding QRIS Modernization. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy. A signed acknowledgement of the facility’s policy was not on file for one staff member. As a reminder, administrators must review the policy with staff prior to the individual providing care to children and a copy of the acknowledgement must be retained in the staff member's file. You will find more information regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608. New Staff Orientation: A violation regarding documentation of Staff Orientation was cited during today’s visit. Each center shall ensure that each new employee who is expected to have contact with children receives a minimum of 16 clock hours of on-site orientation within the first six weeks of employment. As part of this orientation, each new employee shall complete six clock hours of orientation within the first two weeks of employment as listed in the top section of this chart. As a reminder, new staff orientation may not be counted toward annual on-going training requirements. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1101. Medical Report and TB test results: Violations for a staff member’s medical statement/report and TB test results and/or screening not file was cited during today’s visit. As a reminder, the medical statement/report and TB test results or screening shall be completed and on file prior to the first day of work. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Staff File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in staff files. Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. As a reminder, administrators and all staff must complete the required training within 90 days of employment. I recommend administrators require new staff to complete the training requirement during new staff orientation to ensure it has been completed in a timely manner. A Health and Safety Training Record is also a reminder for staff to ensure the training has been completed. The training can be accessed at preventchildabusenc.org. More information can be found in the NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g). Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0508 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/30/2025 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 1/30/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:15 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 July 1, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which exceeds requirements by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed November 26, 2024. Fire Classification of approved for daytime care only completed June 26, 2024. S. Vann, Owner/Operator, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, Administrator, was not present. Preschool-aged children were observed working at child-sized tables. Children reviewed and practiced writing their names, tracing the letter Mm and the site work Me. The teacher discussed the letter with the children and guided them in coloring the corresponding picture of words that begin with the letter Mm. In space #3, I observed children building structures with Duplos blocks on the carpeted floor and toy vehicles. Teachers assisted children with completing hand washing routines and putting on their coats and hats for outdoor play. Outdoors, children played with balls, climbed on stationary equipment, and rode push/pull cars. I observed children return indoors to wash their hands and prepare for mealtime served outdoors. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann, consisted of turkey sandwich on wheat bread, steam carrots, diced peaches in cups, and milk. Following lunch, staff assisted children with toileting routines, hand washing, and preparing for rest time. Soft music played as children rested on individual cots. A Staff and Training Worksheet was completed during today’s visit for one (1) new staff member and the employee’s file was monitored. The most recent fire drill, monthly outdoor inspection, and lockdown emergency drill were all completed on January 2, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The follow violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted or available for review in space #1. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. Two resin portable slides with steps were not placed over protective surfacing. The violation was corrected when the operator removed both slides from the playground, making them inaccessible to children. .0605(j) 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 staff member A.S. hired October 28, 2024. .0701(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. 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 observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on February 13, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Classroom Observations: Based on today’s classroom observation, I discussed with teachers the positive teacher/child interactions observed in space #2a. Children were engaged in classroom activities and were provided a variety of options such as blocks, dramatic play, art, manipulatives, and books in the cozy area. During interactions with children, the teacher engaged in rich, meaningful conversations with children. I encouraged the teacher to continue providing and engaging in positive interactions with children and promote peer to peer interactions. This is important for proper growth and development of young children. I encouraged teachers to also be flexible in the posted schedule based on children’s interest and attention span. Activity Plan: A current activity plan shall be posted for each group of children for reference of parents’ and staff. 10A NCAC 09 .0508. Surfacing: A violation was cited for surfacing underneath stationary equipment. A safe indoor and outdoor environment is required for all children. Refer to NC childcare rule 10A NCAC .0605(j)(2). We discussed the strategies of replacing surfacing under the stationary play equipment on the playground and repairing the gate and fence to prevent entrapment. Childcare Health Consultant: The Cumberland County Department of Public Health current Child Care Health Consultant is Nicole Richardson. Her contact number is: 910-678-7706 and her email address: nrrichardson@cumberlandcountync.gov. Visit the website https://nccchcassociation.org/resources/, under resources there are several links that may be beneficial for your Family Child Care Home. For example, Caring for Our Children, My Plate, Safe Kids NC, and many others. The following website will also provide more information about the Child Care Health Consultants. The Child Care Health Consultant provides support in the following areas, but not limited to: oral health, illness, infectious disease, emergency preparedness, health related areas, nutrition, environmental health, and physical activity. For addition information areas, visit the website, https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/child-care-health-consultants/about-cchc/. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/30/2025 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 1/30/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:15 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 July 1, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which exceeds requirements by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed November 26, 2024. Fire Classification of approved for daytime care only completed June 26, 2024. S. Vann, Owner/Operator, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, Administrator, was not present. Preschool-aged children were observed working at child-sized tables. Children reviewed and practiced writing their names, tracing the letter Mm and the site work Me. The teacher discussed the letter with the children and guided them in coloring the corresponding picture of words that begin with the letter Mm. In space #3, I observed children building structures with Duplos blocks on the carpeted floor and toy vehicles. Teachers assisted children with completing hand washing routines and putting on their coats and hats for outdoor play. Outdoors, children played with balls, climbed on stationary equipment, and rode push/pull cars. I observed children return indoors to wash their hands and prepare for mealtime served outdoors. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann, consisted of turkey sandwich on wheat bread, steam carrots, diced peaches in cups, and milk. Following lunch, staff assisted children with toileting routines, hand washing, and preparing for rest time. Soft music played as children rested on individual cots. A Staff and Training Worksheet was completed during today’s visit for one (1) new staff member and the employee’s file was monitored. The most recent fire drill, monthly outdoor inspection, and lockdown emergency drill were all completed on January 2, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The follow violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted or available for review in space #1. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. Two resin portable slides with steps were not placed over protective surfacing. The violation was corrected when the operator removed both slides from the playground, making them inaccessible to children. .0605(j) 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 staff member A.S. hired October 28, 2024. .0701(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. 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 observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on February 13, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Classroom Observations: Based on today’s classroom observation, I discussed with teachers the positive teacher/child interactions observed in space #2a. Children were engaged in classroom activities and were provided a variety of options such as blocks, dramatic play, art, manipulatives, and books in the cozy area. During interactions with children, the teacher engaged in rich, meaningful conversations with children. I encouraged the teacher to continue providing and engaging in positive interactions with children and promote peer to peer interactions. This is important for proper growth and development of young children. I encouraged teachers to also be flexible in the posted schedule based on children’s interest and attention span. Activity Plan: A current activity plan shall be posted for each group of children for reference of parents’ and staff. 10A NCAC 09 .0508. Surfacing: A violation was cited for surfacing underneath stationary equipment. A safe indoor and outdoor environment is required for all children. Refer to NC childcare rule 10A NCAC .0605(j)(2). We discussed the strategies of replacing surfacing under the stationary play equipment on the playground and repairing the gate and fence to prevent entrapment. Childcare Health Consultant: The Cumberland County Department of Public Health current Child Care Health Consultant is Nicole Richardson. Her contact number is: 910-678-7706 and her email address: nrrichardson@cumberlandcountync.gov. Visit the website https://nccchcassociation.org/resources/, under resources there are several links that may be beneficial for your Family Child Care Home. For example, Caring for Our Children, My Plate, Safe Kids NC, and many others. The following website will also provide more information about the Child Care Health Consultants. The Child Care Health Consultant provides support in the following areas, but not limited to: oral health, illness, infectious disease, emergency preparedness, health related areas, nutrition, environmental health, and physical activity. For addition information areas, visit the website, https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/child-care-health-consultants/about-cchc/. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/30/2025 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 1/30/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:15 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 July 1, 2024, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which exceeds requirements by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed November 26, 2024. Fire Classification of approved for daytime care only completed June 26, 2024. S. Vann, Owner/Operator, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, Administrator, was not present. Preschool-aged children were observed working at child-sized tables. Children reviewed and practiced writing their names, tracing the letter Mm and the site work Me. The teacher discussed the letter with the children and guided them in coloring the corresponding picture of words that begin with the letter Mm. In space #3, I observed children building structures with Duplos blocks on the carpeted floor and toy vehicles. Teachers assisted children with completing hand washing routines and putting on their coats and hats for outdoor play. Outdoors, children played with balls, climbed on stationary equipment, and rode push/pull cars. I observed children return indoors to wash their hands and prepare for mealtime served outdoors. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann, consisted of turkey sandwich on wheat bread, steam carrots, diced peaches in cups, and milk. Following lunch, staff assisted children with toileting routines, hand washing, and preparing for rest time. Soft music played as children rested on individual cots. A Staff and Training Worksheet was completed during today’s visit for one (1) new staff member and the employee’s file was monitored. The most recent fire drill, monthly outdoor inspection, and lockdown emergency drill were all completed on January 2, 2025. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The follow violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted or available for review in space #1. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. Two resin portable slides with steps were not placed over protective surfacing. The violation was corrected when the operator removed both slides from the playground, making them inaccessible to children. .0605(j) 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 staff member A.S. hired October 28, 2024. .0701(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. 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 observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on February 13, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Classroom Observations: Based on today’s classroom observation, I discussed with teachers the positive teacher/child interactions observed in space #2a. Children were engaged in classroom activities and were provided a variety of options such as blocks, dramatic play, art, manipulatives, and books in the cozy area. During interactions with children, the teacher engaged in rich, meaningful conversations with children. I encouraged the teacher to continue providing and engaging in positive interactions with children and promote peer to peer interactions. This is important for proper growth and development of young children. I encouraged teachers to also be flexible in the posted schedule based on children’s interest and attention span. Activity Plan: A current activity plan shall be posted for each group of children for reference of parents’ and staff. 10A NCAC 09 .0508. Surfacing: A violation was cited for surfacing underneath stationary equipment. A safe indoor and outdoor environment is required for all children. Refer to NC childcare rule 10A NCAC .0605(j)(2). We discussed the strategies of replacing surfacing under the stationary play equipment on the playground and repairing the gate and fence to prevent entrapment. Childcare Health Consultant: The Cumberland County Department of Public Health current Child Care Health Consultant is Nicole Richardson. Her contact number is: 910-678-7706 and her email address: nrrichardson@cumberlandcountync.gov. Visit the website https://nccchcassociation.org/resources/, under resources there are several links that may be beneficial for your Family Child Care Home. For example, Caring for Our Children, My Plate, Safe Kids NC, and many others. The following website will also provide more information about the Child Care Health Consultants. The Child Care Health Consultant provides support in the following areas, but not limited to: oral health, illness, infectious disease, emergency preparedness, health related areas, nutrition, environmental health, and physical activity. For addition information areas, visit the website, https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/child-care-health-consultants/about-cchc/. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0608 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/1/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 7/1/2024 Age: From 1 To 11 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:00 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 with health and safety training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed July 12, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which exceeds requirements by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed February 6, 2024. Fire Classification of approved for daytime care only completed June 26, 2024. S. Vann, Owner, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, Administrator, was not present but scheduled off for the day. School-aged children were observed completing a crossword puzzle and coloring page. Preschool-aged children were observed playing with age-appropriate materials in interest centers. Children played dress-up and cooked pretend meals with toy foods and utensils in dramatic play. I observed children building structures with Duplos blocks and colored pictures of the letter K with crayons. Teachers assisted children with completing hand washing routines in preparation for mealtime. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann, consisted of hamburger on bun, tater tots, fruit cocktail, and milk. Following lunch, staff assisted children with toileting routines, hand washing, and preparing for rest time. Soft music played as children rested on individual cots. The most recent fire drill and monthly outdoor inspection were both completed on July 1, 2024. A lockdown emergency drill was completed on June 3, 2024. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The facility’s Staff and Training Worksheets were received on May 30, 2024 and updated during today’s visit. Three (3) children records were reviewed and three (3) staff files were monitored. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The follow violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Accessible to children in space #3, a bin of small race cars with small parts and a container of large crayons broken into small pieces were stored on a low open shelf for children's use. The violation was corrected when the owner, S. Vann, removed the container of crayons and replaced it when new ones. .0604(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. The most current TB test for volunteer D.B. expired on May 15, 2024. .0701(a) 1871 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with parents of currently enrolled children 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy. Documentation of parent's receipt of the facility's Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy was not available for review in one child's file, K.M. .0608(b) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Medication in Child Care Training and Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment training was not completed for 3 staff members as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. .1103(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. 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 observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on July 15, 2024, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: TB Screening/Test: A violation for TB screening/test not being on file for staff member S.D. was cited today. As a reminder, the TB screening or TB test shall be completed prior to the first day of work. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Staff File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in staff files. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy. A signed acknowledgement of the facility’s policy was not on file for one staff member. As a reminder, administrators must review the policy with staff prior to the individual providing care to children and a copy of the acknowledgement must be retained in the staff member's file. You will find more information regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608. Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. As a reminder, administrators and all staff must complete the required training topics every five (5) years. A Health and Safety Training Record is also a reminder for staff to ensure the training has been completed. The training can be accessed at preventchildabusenc.org. More information can be found in the NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g). Choking Hazards: A violation was cited during today’s visit for items that were potential choking hazards accessible to children under three years of age. S. Vann removed all materials accessible to children that could be a choking hazard in space #3 used for children under three years old. The operator and I discussed replacing materials such as toy cars without small part and monitoring for broken crayons daily in the classroom. Additional information regarding plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart can be found in NC Child Care rule 10A NCAC .0604(q). Childcare Health Consultant: The Cumberland County Department of Public Health current Child Care Health Consultant is Nicole Richardson. Her contact number is: 910-678-7706 and her email address: nrrichardson@cumberlandcountync.gov. Visit the website https://nccchcassociation.org/resources/, under resources there are several links that may be beneficial for your Family Child Care Home. For example, Caring for Our Children, My Plate, Safe Kids NC, and many others. The following website will also provide more information about the Child Care Health Consultants. The Child Care Health Consultant provides support in the following areas, but not limited to: oral health, illness, infectious disease, emergency preparedness, health related areas, nutrition, environmental health, and physical activity. For addition information areas, visit the website, https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/child-care-health-consultants/about-cchc/. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/1/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 7/1/2024 Age: From 1 To 11 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:00 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 with health and safety training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed July 12, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which exceeds requirements by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed February 6, 2024. Fire Classification of approved for daytime care only completed June 26, 2024. S. Vann, Owner, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, Administrator, was not present but scheduled off for the day. School-aged children were observed completing a crossword puzzle and coloring page. Preschool-aged children were observed playing with age-appropriate materials in interest centers. Children played dress-up and cooked pretend meals with toy foods and utensils in dramatic play. I observed children building structures with Duplos blocks and colored pictures of the letter K with crayons. Teachers assisted children with completing hand washing routines in preparation for mealtime. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann, consisted of hamburger on bun, tater tots, fruit cocktail, and milk. Following lunch, staff assisted children with toileting routines, hand washing, and preparing for rest time. Soft music played as children rested on individual cots. The most recent fire drill and monthly outdoor inspection were both completed on July 1, 2024. A lockdown emergency drill was completed on June 3, 2024. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The facility’s Staff and Training Worksheets were received on May 30, 2024 and updated during today’s visit. Three (3) children records were reviewed and three (3) staff files were monitored. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The follow violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Accessible to children in space #3, a bin of small race cars with small parts and a container of large crayons broken into small pieces were stored on a low open shelf for children's use. The violation was corrected when the owner, S. Vann, removed the container of crayons and replaced it when new ones. .0604(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. The most current TB test for volunteer D.B. expired on May 15, 2024. .0701(a) 1871 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with parents of currently enrolled children 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy. Documentation of parent's receipt of the facility's Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy was not available for review in one child's file, K.M. .0608(b) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Medication in Child Care Training and Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment training was not completed for 3 staff members as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. .1103(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. 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 observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on July 15, 2024, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: TB Screening/Test: A violation for TB screening/test not being on file for staff member S.D. was cited today. As a reminder, the TB screening or TB test shall be completed prior to the first day of work. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Staff File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in staff files. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy. A signed acknowledgement of the facility’s policy was not on file for one staff member. As a reminder, administrators must review the policy with staff prior to the individual providing care to children and a copy of the acknowledgement must be retained in the staff member's file. You will find more information regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608. Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. As a reminder, administrators and all staff must complete the required training topics every five (5) years. A Health and Safety Training Record is also a reminder for staff to ensure the training has been completed. The training can be accessed at preventchildabusenc.org. More information can be found in the NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g). Choking Hazards: A violation was cited during today’s visit for items that were potential choking hazards accessible to children under three years of age. S. Vann removed all materials accessible to children that could be a choking hazard in space #3 used for children under three years old. The operator and I discussed replacing materials such as toy cars without small part and monitoring for broken crayons daily in the classroom. Additional information regarding plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart can be found in NC Child Care rule 10A NCAC .0604(q). Childcare Health Consultant: The Cumberland County Department of Public Health current Child Care Health Consultant is Nicole Richardson. Her contact number is: 910-678-7706 and her email address: nrrichardson@cumberlandcountync.gov. Visit the website https://nccchcassociation.org/resources/, under resources there are several links that may be beneficial for your Family Child Care Home. For example, Caring for Our Children, My Plate, Safe Kids NC, and many others. The following website will also provide more information about the Child Care Health Consultants. The Child Care Health Consultant provides support in the following areas, but not limited to: oral health, illness, infectious disease, emergency preparedness, health related areas, nutrition, environmental health, and physical activity. For addition information areas, visit the website, https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/child-care-health-consultants/about-cchc/. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/1/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 7/1/2024 Age: From 1 To 11 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:00 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 with health and safety training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed July 12, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which exceeds requirements by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed February 6, 2024. Fire Classification of approved for daytime care only completed June 26, 2024. S. Vann, Owner, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, Administrator, was not present but scheduled off for the day. School-aged children were observed completing a crossword puzzle and coloring page. Preschool-aged children were observed playing with age-appropriate materials in interest centers. Children played dress-up and cooked pretend meals with toy foods and utensils in dramatic play. I observed children building structures with Duplos blocks and colored pictures of the letter K with crayons. Teachers assisted children with completing hand washing routines in preparation for mealtime. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann, consisted of hamburger on bun, tater tots, fruit cocktail, and milk. Following lunch, staff assisted children with toileting routines, hand washing, and preparing for rest time. Soft music played as children rested on individual cots. The most recent fire drill and monthly outdoor inspection were both completed on July 1, 2024. A lockdown emergency drill was completed on June 3, 2024. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The facility’s Staff and Training Worksheets were received on May 30, 2024 and updated during today’s visit. Three (3) children records were reviewed and three (3) staff files were monitored. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The follow violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Accessible to children in space #3, a bin of small race cars with small parts and a container of large crayons broken into small pieces were stored on a low open shelf for children's use. The violation was corrected when the owner, S. Vann, removed the container of crayons and replaced it when new ones. .0604(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. The most current TB test for volunteer D.B. expired on May 15, 2024. .0701(a) 1871 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with parents of currently enrolled children 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy. Documentation of parent's receipt of the facility's Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy was not available for review in one child's file, K.M. .0608(b) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Medication in Child Care Training and Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment training was not completed for 3 staff members as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. .1103(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. 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 observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on July 15, 2024, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: TB Screening/Test: A violation for TB screening/test not being on file for staff member S.D. was cited today. As a reminder, the TB screening or TB test shall be completed prior to the first day of work. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Staff File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in staff files. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy. A signed acknowledgement of the facility’s policy was not on file for one staff member. As a reminder, administrators must review the policy with staff prior to the individual providing care to children and a copy of the acknowledgement must be retained in the staff member's file. You will find more information regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608. Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. As a reminder, administrators and all staff must complete the required training topics every five (5) years. A Health and Safety Training Record is also a reminder for staff to ensure the training has been completed. The training can be accessed at preventchildabusenc.org. More information can be found in the NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g). Choking Hazards: A violation was cited during today’s visit for items that were potential choking hazards accessible to children under three years of age. S. Vann removed all materials accessible to children that could be a choking hazard in space #3 used for children under three years old. The operator and I discussed replacing materials such as toy cars without small part and monitoring for broken crayons daily in the classroom. Additional information regarding plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart can be found in NC Child Care rule 10A NCAC .0604(q). Childcare Health Consultant: The Cumberland County Department of Public Health current Child Care Health Consultant is Nicole Richardson. Her contact number is: 910-678-7706 and her email address: nrrichardson@cumberlandcountync.gov. Visit the website https://nccchcassociation.org/resources/, under resources there are several links that may be beneficial for your Family Child Care Home. For example, Caring for Our Children, My Plate, Safe Kids NC, and many others. The following website will also provide more information about the Child Care Health Consultants. The Child Care Health Consultant provides support in the following areas, but not limited to: oral health, illness, infectious disease, emergency preparedness, health related areas, nutrition, environmental health, and physical activity. For addition information areas, visit the website, https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/child-care-health-consultants/about-cchc/. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/1/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 7/1/2024 Age: From 1 To 11 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:00 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 with health and safety training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed July 12, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which exceeds requirements by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed February 6, 2024. Fire Classification of approved for daytime care only completed June 26, 2024. S. Vann, Owner, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, Administrator, was not present but scheduled off for the day. School-aged children were observed completing a crossword puzzle and coloring page. Preschool-aged children were observed playing with age-appropriate materials in interest centers. Children played dress-up and cooked pretend meals with toy foods and utensils in dramatic play. I observed children building structures with Duplos blocks and colored pictures of the letter K with crayons. Teachers assisted children with completing hand washing routines in preparation for mealtime. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann, consisted of hamburger on bun, tater tots, fruit cocktail, and milk. Following lunch, staff assisted children with toileting routines, hand washing, and preparing for rest time. Soft music played as children rested on individual cots. The most recent fire drill and monthly outdoor inspection were both completed on July 1, 2024. A lockdown emergency drill was completed on June 3, 2024. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The facility’s Staff and Training Worksheets were received on May 30, 2024 and updated during today’s visit. Three (3) children records were reviewed and three (3) staff files were monitored. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The follow violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Accessible to children in space #3, a bin of small race cars with small parts and a container of large crayons broken into small pieces were stored on a low open shelf for children's use. The violation was corrected when the owner, S. Vann, removed the container of crayons and replaced it when new ones. .0604(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. The most current TB test for volunteer D.B. expired on May 15, 2024. .0701(a) 1871 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with parents of currently enrolled children 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy. Documentation of parent's receipt of the facility's Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy was not available for review in one child's file, K.M. .0608(b) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Medication in Child Care Training and Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment training was not completed for 3 staff members as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. .1103(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. 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 observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on July 15, 2024, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: TB Screening/Test: A violation for TB screening/test not being on file for staff member S.D. was cited today. As a reminder, the TB screening or TB test shall be completed prior to the first day of work. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). We discussed adding a reminder on your calendar and also refer to the Staff File Checklist to ensure all documents have been included in staff files. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy. A signed acknowledgement of the facility’s policy was not on file for one staff member. As a reminder, administrators must review the policy with staff prior to the individual providing care to children and a copy of the acknowledgement must be retained in the staff member's file. You will find more information regarding The Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0608. Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment: A violation was cited during today’s visit regarding Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. As a reminder, administrators and all staff must complete the required training topics every five (5) years. A Health and Safety Training Record is also a reminder for staff to ensure the training has been completed. The training can be accessed at preventchildabusenc.org. More information can be found in the NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g). Choking Hazards: A violation was cited during today’s visit for items that were potential choking hazards accessible to children under three years of age. S. Vann removed all materials accessible to children that could be a choking hazard in space #3 used for children under three years old. The operator and I discussed replacing materials such as toy cars without small part and monitoring for broken crayons daily in the classroom. Additional information regarding plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart can be found in NC Child Care rule 10A NCAC .0604(q). Childcare Health Consultant: The Cumberland County Department of Public Health current Child Care Health Consultant is Nicole Richardson. Her contact number is: 910-678-7706 and her email address: nrrichardson@cumberlandcountync.gov. Visit the website https://nccchcassociation.org/resources/, under resources there are several links that may be beneficial for your Family Child Care Home. For example, Caring for Our Children, My Plate, Safe Kids NC, and many others. The following website will also provide more information about the Child Care Health Consultants. The Child Care Health Consultant provides support in the following areas, but not limited to: oral health, illness, infectious disease, emergency preparedness, health related areas, nutrition, environmental health, and physical activity. For addition information areas, visit the website, https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/child-care-health-consultants/about-cchc/. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/8/2024 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 2/8/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:30 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 pertinent to a Routine Unannounced Visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed July 12, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 95%, which exceeds requirements by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed February 6, 2024. Fire Classification of approved for daytime care only completed July 10, 2023. S. Vann, Owner, was present and accompanied me while observing the indoor and outdoor areas. E. Goodman-Robinson, Administrator, was not present but scheduled to work later in the day. Preschool-aged children were observed sitting at child-sized tables engaged in a writing activity. The teacher assisted children as they practiced writing their alphabets and colored pictures with crayons. In space #3, I observed children building structures with Duplos blocks and colored pictures of the letter W with red crayons. Teachers assisted children with putting on their coats and hats as they transitioned to the outdoor play area. Outdoors, children climbed on stationary equipment, rode rocking toys, and ran around chasing each other. Upon return indoors, teachers assisted children with completing hand washing routines in preparation for mealtime. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann, consisted of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, steamed carrots, fruit cocktail, and milk. Following lunch, staff assisted children with toileting routines, hand washing, and preparing for rest time. Soft music played as children rested on individual cots. The most recent fire drill, lockdown emergency drill, and monthly outdoor inspection were all completed on February 1, 2024. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The follow violation was observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Two staff members (L.C. and C.T.), did not complete six clock hours of training in the required topic areas within the first two weeks of employment. .1101(a)(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. 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 observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on February 22, 2024, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Classroom Observations: Based on today’s classroom observation in space #2a, I discussed with S. Vann the positive teacher-to-child interactions. Children were provided with a variety of options for classroom activities, however children remained in whole group throughout the visit. I encourage staff to give children the opportunity to make choices during free choice activities and provide children individually with options. The following activity interest centers were set up: dramatic play, books/reading, art, blocks/transportation, science, and manipulatives. This is important for the proper growth and development of young children. I encouraged teachers to be flexible in the posted schedule based on children’s interest and attention span. I suggest teachers continue to have meaningful conversations and interactions with children. 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. Child Care Health Consultant: The Cumberland County Department of Public Health current Child Care Health Consultant is Nicole Richardson. Her contact number is: 910-678-7706 and her email address: nrrichardson@cumberlandcountync.gov. Visit the website https://nccchcassociation.org/resources/, under resources there are several links that may be beneficial for your Family Child Care Home. For example, Caring for Our Children, My Plate, Safe Kids NC, and many others. The following website will also provide more information about the Child Care Health Consultants. The Child Care Health Consultant provides support in the following areas, but not limited to: oral health, illness, infectious disease, emergency preparedness, health related areas, nutrition, environmental health, and physical activity. For addition information areas, visit the website, https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/child-care-health-consultants/about-cchc/. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .1103 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/12/2023 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 7/12/2023 Age: From 1 To 8 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 09:30 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 Health and Safety Training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed July 26, 2022, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 96%, which exceeds requirements by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed August 9, 2022. Fire Classification of approved for daytime care only completed July 10, 2023. Sherkeya Vann, Owner, was present and accompanied me as I observed the indoor and outdoor areas. Elan Goodman-Robinson, Administrator, was not present during today’s visit. I observed preschool-aged and school-aged children playing with age-appropriate materials in the outdoor play area. Children climbed on stationary equipment, ran relay races with each other from one fence to the next, and rode on bounding equipment. Staff provided children with water and popsicles as they sat at picnic tables underneath the shade tree. Staff assisted children with completing diapering/toileting routines and hand washing at the bathroom in the hallway. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann, consisted of corn dogs, corn, apple sauce cups, and milk. Following lunch children completed hand washing routines before preparing for rest time. Children were observed resting on cots with clean linen. Teachers were observed sitting on the floor rubbing the backs on children as they rested. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The Staff and Training Worksheet was received by email on July 10, 2023 and was updated during today’s visit. The Children’s Record completed for two children’s files monitored. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Breast milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. In space #1, a child's sippy cup was label with the child's name and no date. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. In the outdoor play area, there were two climbing structures more that 18 inches high that were not installed over protective surfacing. .0605(j) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Accessible to children in the outdoor play area, a climbing structure contained plastic alphabet blocks that were cracked and exposed jagged edges. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. The most current Emergency Information Form on file for staff member S.T. was completed January 4, 2023. .0701(a) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Documentation of all staff's on-going training were not on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on July 26, 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. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: The violation for outdoor environment was cited today. 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 with staff at your next staff meeting and have staff report hazardous issues to administration staff immediately. On-going Training: A violation was cited regarding on-going training. An on-going training log must be completed for each staff member who is required to obtain on-going training. The administrator and staff working longer than one year shall participate in annual on-going training requirements. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. I encourage you to require staff to complete training hours at the beginning of each year to allow more time to complete required trainings. QRIS Modernization (Two–Five Star Rated Licenses): The North Carolina Child Care Commission and the NCDHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) are collaborating to modernize North Carolina's Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) commonly known as the Star Rated License. DCDEE are developing a plan that will be reviewed by the legislature in Spring 2024. During the next few months, we are collecting information from parents, teachers, administrators, operators, and partners to consider in the plan. You are invited to participate in opportunities for Commission members and Division staff to listen and learn about your experiences and challenges within our Star Rated License system. An email with upcoming community outreach meetings and/or webinar dates will be sent in an email from DCDEE. Feel free to share this information with ECE colleagues and parents too. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .1106 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/12/2023 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 7/12/2023 Age: From 1 To 8 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 09:30 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 Health and Safety Training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed July 26, 2022, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 96%, which exceeds requirements by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed August 9, 2022. Fire Classification of approved for daytime care only completed July 10, 2023. Sherkeya Vann, Owner, was present and accompanied me as I observed the indoor and outdoor areas. Elan Goodman-Robinson, Administrator, was not present during today’s visit. I observed preschool-aged and school-aged children playing with age-appropriate materials in the outdoor play area. Children climbed on stationary equipment, ran relay races with each other from one fence to the next, and rode on bounding equipment. Staff provided children with water and popsicles as they sat at picnic tables underneath the shade tree. Staff assisted children with completing diapering/toileting routines and hand washing at the bathroom in the hallway. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann, consisted of corn dogs, corn, apple sauce cups, and milk. Following lunch children completed hand washing routines before preparing for rest time. Children were observed resting on cots with clean linen. Teachers were observed sitting on the floor rubbing the backs on children as they rested. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The Staff and Training Worksheet was received by email on July 10, 2023 and was updated during today’s visit. The Children’s Record completed for two children’s files monitored. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Breast milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. In space #1, a child's sippy cup was label with the child's name and no date. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. In the outdoor play area, there were two climbing structures more that 18 inches high that were not installed over protective surfacing. .0605(j) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Accessible to children in the outdoor play area, a climbing structure contained plastic alphabet blocks that were cracked and exposed jagged edges. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. The most current Emergency Information Form on file for staff member S.T. was completed January 4, 2023. .0701(a) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Documentation of all staff's on-going training were not on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on July 26, 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. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: The violation for outdoor environment was cited today. 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 with staff at your next staff meeting and have staff report hazardous issues to administration staff immediately. On-going Training: A violation was cited regarding on-going training. An on-going training log must be completed for each staff member who is required to obtain on-going training. The administrator and staff working longer than one year shall participate in annual on-going training requirements. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. I encourage you to require staff to complete training hours at the beginning of each year to allow more time to complete required trainings. QRIS Modernization (Two–Five Star Rated Licenses): The North Carolina Child Care Commission and the NCDHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) are collaborating to modernize North Carolina's Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) commonly known as the Star Rated License. DCDEE are developing a plan that will be reviewed by the legislature in Spring 2024. During the next few months, we are collecting information from parents, teachers, administrators, operators, and partners to consider in the plan. You are invited to participate in opportunities for Commission members and Division staff to listen and learn about your experiences and challenges within our Star Rated License system. An email with upcoming community outreach meetings and/or webinar dates will be sent in an email from DCDEE. Feel free to share this information with ECE colleagues and parents too. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/12/2023 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 7/12/2023 Age: From 1 To 8 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 09:30 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 Health and Safety Training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed July 26, 2022, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 96%, which exceeds requirements by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed August 9, 2022. Fire Classification of approved for daytime care only completed July 10, 2023. Sherkeya Vann, Owner, was present and accompanied me as I observed the indoor and outdoor areas. Elan Goodman-Robinson, Administrator, was not present during today’s visit. I observed preschool-aged and school-aged children playing with age-appropriate materials in the outdoor play area. Children climbed on stationary equipment, ran relay races with each other from one fence to the next, and rode on bounding equipment. Staff provided children with water and popsicles as they sat at picnic tables underneath the shade tree. Staff assisted children with completing diapering/toileting routines and hand washing at the bathroom in the hallway. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann, consisted of corn dogs, corn, apple sauce cups, and milk. Following lunch children completed hand washing routines before preparing for rest time. Children were observed resting on cots with clean linen. Teachers were observed sitting on the floor rubbing the backs on children as they rested. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The Staff and Training Worksheet was received by email on July 10, 2023 and was updated during today’s visit. The Children’s Record completed for two children’s files monitored. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Breast milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. In space #1, a child's sippy cup was label with the child's name and no date. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. In the outdoor play area, there were two climbing structures more that 18 inches high that were not installed over protective surfacing. .0605(j) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Accessible to children in the outdoor play area, a climbing structure contained plastic alphabet blocks that were cracked and exposed jagged edges. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. The most current Emergency Information Form on file for staff member S.T. was completed January 4, 2023. .0701(a) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Documentation of all staff's on-going training were not on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on July 26, 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. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: The violation for outdoor environment was cited today. 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 with staff at your next staff meeting and have staff report hazardous issues to administration staff immediately. On-going Training: A violation was cited regarding on-going training. An on-going training log must be completed for each staff member who is required to obtain on-going training. The administrator and staff working longer than one year shall participate in annual on-going training requirements. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. I encourage you to require staff to complete training hours at the beginning of each year to allow more time to complete required trainings. QRIS Modernization (Two–Five Star Rated Licenses): The North Carolina Child Care Commission and the NCDHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) are collaborating to modernize North Carolina's Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) commonly known as the Star Rated License. DCDEE are developing a plan that will be reviewed by the legislature in Spring 2024. During the next few months, we are collecting information from parents, teachers, administrators, operators, and partners to consider in the plan. You are invited to participate in opportunities for Commission members and Division staff to listen and learn about your experiences and challenges within our Star Rated License system. An email with upcoming community outreach meetings and/or webinar dates will be sent in an email from DCDEE. Feel free to share this information with ECE colleagues and parents too. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: HOME OF THE SUPER KIDZ CHILDCARE CENTER II Facility ID: 26002239 Consultant: YOLANDA PRIDGEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/12/2023 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 7/12/2023 Age: From 1 To 8 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 09:30 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 Health and Safety Training requirements. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed July 26, 2022, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 96%, which exceeds requirements by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued February 27, 2020. The License was based on the program earning four (4) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet an educational option: All lead teachers and teachers have at least 5 years EC work experience in no more than 2 different centers. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sherkeya Vann. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed August 9, 2022. Fire Classification of approved for daytime care only completed July 10, 2023. Sherkeya Vann, Owner, was present and accompanied me as I observed the indoor and outdoor areas. Elan Goodman-Robinson, Administrator, was not present during today’s visit. I observed preschool-aged and school-aged children playing with age-appropriate materials in the outdoor play area. Children climbed on stationary equipment, ran relay races with each other from one fence to the next, and rode on bounding equipment. Staff provided children with water and popsicles as they sat at picnic tables underneath the shade tree. Staff assisted children with completing diapering/toileting routines and hand washing at the bathroom in the hallway. Lunch, prepared and served by S. Vann, consisted of corn dogs, corn, apple sauce cups, and milk. Following lunch children completed hand washing routines before preparing for rest time. Children were observed resting on cots with clean linen. Teachers were observed sitting on the floor rubbing the backs on children as they rested. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The Staff and Training Worksheet was received by email on July 10, 2023 and was updated during today’s visit. The Children’s Record completed for two children’s files monitored. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Vann. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Breast milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. In space #1, a child's sippy cup was label with the child's name and no date. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. In the outdoor play area, there were two climbing structures more that 18 inches high that were not installed over protective surfacing. .0605(j) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Accessible to children in the outdoor play area, a climbing structure contained plastic alphabet blocks that were cracked and exposed jagged edges. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. The most current Emergency Information Form on file for staff member S.T. was completed January 4, 2023. .0701(a) 1054 Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current. Documentation of all staff's on-going training were not on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on July 26, 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. Mail or email the information to: Yolanda Pridgen Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25561 Fayetteville, NC 28314 yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: The violation for outdoor environment was cited today. 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 with staff at your next staff meeting and have staff report hazardous issues to administration staff immediately. On-going Training: A violation was cited regarding on-going training. An on-going training log must be completed for each staff member who is required to obtain on-going training. The administrator and staff working longer than one year shall participate in annual on-going training requirements. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. I encourage you to require staff to complete training hours at the beginning of each year to allow more time to complete required trainings. QRIS Modernization (Two–Five Star Rated Licenses): The North Carolina Child Care Commission and the NCDHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) are collaborating to modernize North Carolina's Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) commonly known as the Star Rated License. DCDEE are developing a plan that will be reviewed by the legislature in Spring 2024. During the next few months, we are collecting information from parents, teachers, administrators, operators, and partners to consider in the plan. You are invited to participate in opportunities for Commission members and Division staff to listen and learn about your experiences and challenges within our Star Rated License system. An email with upcoming community outreach meetings and/or webinar dates will be sent in an email from DCDEE. Feel free to share this information with ECE colleagues and parents too. Please feel free to contact me at yolanda.pridgen@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-305-2371 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times