10A NCAC 09 .0102 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/29/2025 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 10/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:45 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on May 14, 2025. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 88%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as. Current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed September 15, 2025. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed February 21, 2025. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Sharon Alexander, teacher. She assisted me as I monitored the indoor and outdoor areas. There were six children in care. Upon my arrival, children were sitting at tables using materials like dinosaurs, paper, and markers. Children used colored blocks, puzzles, science materials, and zoo animals. Children participated in art activities. In space #2, a child painted using paper and a paint brush. When done, the child helped her teacher tape her painting up to dry. Next, the child and teacher washed their hands and the table was sanitized. The child chose a book and sat on the teacher’s lap to listen to the story. In space #1, children created a picture by using paper, paint, and pre-cut circles. I observed toileting, handwashing, sanitation, lunch, and rest time. Today’s lunch consisted of pizza, green beans, peaches, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 603 All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair. There were four broken floor tiles in space #1 and one broken floor tile in space #2. 15A NCAC 18A .2824(a)&(b) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The facility's last fire drill was not practiced monthly. The last drill was documented on 6/11/25. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not have a medical report on file prior to employment. The medical report was dated 12/14/24. 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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) TB test screening was not on file prior to employment. TB screening was dated 12/14/25. .0701(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A current First Aid certification was not on file for one staff member. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A current CPR certification was not on file for two staff members. .1102(d) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The facility's last shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months. The last drill was documented on 3/19/25. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not have a signed acknowledgement form on file for the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy prior to providing care with children. The acknowledgement form was dated 10/14/24. .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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. The training was dated 12/16/24. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not complete health and safety trainings that were due by 6/24/25. This is a repeat violation from 5/14/25. .1102(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. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on November 12, 2025. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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 administrator was absent during today's visit. She was contacted and gave permission for me to review the visit summary with S. Alexander. A Legal Designee form left during the visit. Please complete sign and email to me as soon as possible. CPR: CPR certification expired for one staff member (T.M.) and a CPR certification was not on file for another staff member (T.M.). CPR certifications must be renewed by the expiration date and new employees have 90 days from their hire date to receive the training. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(d) regarding staff requirements. First Aid: A First Aid training certification was not on file for one staff member (T.M.). New employees have 90 days from their date of employment to receive the training. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c) regarding staff requirements. Shelter-in-place and/or lockdown drills: A violation was cited for not conducting shelter-in-place and lockdown drills every three months. The last shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was completed March 19, 2025. To maintain a safe and healthy environment, a shelter-in-place or lockdown drill shall be conducted every three months. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0102. We discussed strategies of putting the month (every three months) on the fire drill documentation log and scheduling drills on a calendar. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement prior to employment. New staff members will need a medical report prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). This was corrected during the visit. TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file prior to employment. New staff members must have a medical report on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). This was corrected during today’s visit. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy: SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death. According to NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.0608, each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent SBS/AHT. This policy must be provided to parents and staff working at the facility and an acknowledgement signed by both parents and staff verifying receipt of the policy. AHT can occur in children up to 5 years of age. Shaken baby syndrome can lead to serious conditions including brain damage, problems with memory and attention, blindness, or hearing loss; intellectual, speech or learning disabilities; and developmental delays. The signed acknowledgement form must be on file for staff and children on day one. This was corrected during today’s visit. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. One staff member (T.M.) did not complete the training topics by 6/24/25. When all courses are completed email me the certificates for verification. Repeat Violation from 5/14/25. The Health and Safety Trainings for are due by November 12, 2025. Health and Safety Training courses are available in DCDEE Moodle, free of charge. Log into DCDEE Moodle with your NCID, search for and register for the required training. Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment: Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. This was corrected during today’s visit. Observation Suggestions: To help improve instructional support in your classroom, start by connecting with your kids. Learn about who they are and what they know or don’t know about how the world works. Be sensitive to their needs both emotionally and academically. Adjust your activity plan to meet their needs. Provide a chaos free environment by having interesting materials, a clear flow to the day, and minimal waiting throughout the day. Notice what they play with, how they use materials, and what captures their imagination. For example, here are three Instructional Support areas you can focus on, as well as an example of how to incorporate them into your classroom: 1. Integration: Ask questions to get them to think out loud. “I noticed you were making a farm with these blocks and farm animals, have you ever been on a farm? 2. Analysis and Reasoning: Get them to think about the how and why of learning. “How do you think these animals would need to be taking care of on a real farm?” 3. Parallel talk: Describe what they are doing, “You are lining up all the cows in a long row. You are putting them in order.” Instructional support interactions matter, and you have many opportunities throughout the day to do just that! Interact, pay attention, respond to the children where they are, and take it to the next level with intentional responses. You will find time with children being more engaging and fun. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/29/2025 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 10/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:45 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on May 14, 2025. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 88%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as. Current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed September 15, 2025. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed February 21, 2025. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Sharon Alexander, teacher. She assisted me as I monitored the indoor and outdoor areas. There were six children in care. Upon my arrival, children were sitting at tables using materials like dinosaurs, paper, and markers. Children used colored blocks, puzzles, science materials, and zoo animals. Children participated in art activities. In space #2, a child painted using paper and a paint brush. When done, the child helped her teacher tape her painting up to dry. Next, the child and teacher washed their hands and the table was sanitized. The child chose a book and sat on the teacher’s lap to listen to the story. In space #1, children created a picture by using paper, paint, and pre-cut circles. I observed toileting, handwashing, sanitation, lunch, and rest time. Today’s lunch consisted of pizza, green beans, peaches, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 603 All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair. There were four broken floor tiles in space #1 and one broken floor tile in space #2. 15A NCAC 18A .2824(a)&(b) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The facility's last fire drill was not practiced monthly. The last drill was documented on 6/11/25. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not have a medical report on file prior to employment. The medical report was dated 12/14/24. 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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) TB test screening was not on file prior to employment. TB screening was dated 12/14/25. .0701(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A current First Aid certification was not on file for one staff member. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A current CPR certification was not on file for two staff members. .1102(d) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The facility's last shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months. The last drill was documented on 3/19/25. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not have a signed acknowledgement form on file for the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy prior to providing care with children. The acknowledgement form was dated 10/14/24. .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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. The training was dated 12/16/24. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not complete health and safety trainings that were due by 6/24/25. This is a repeat violation from 5/14/25. .1102(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. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on November 12, 2025. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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 administrator was absent during today's visit. She was contacted and gave permission for me to review the visit summary with S. Alexander. A Legal Designee form left during the visit. Please complete sign and email to me as soon as possible. CPR: CPR certification expired for one staff member (T.M.) and a CPR certification was not on file for another staff member (T.M.). CPR certifications must be renewed by the expiration date and new employees have 90 days from their hire date to receive the training. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(d) regarding staff requirements. First Aid: A First Aid training certification was not on file for one staff member (T.M.). New employees have 90 days from their date of employment to receive the training. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c) regarding staff requirements. Shelter-in-place and/or lockdown drills: A violation was cited for not conducting shelter-in-place and lockdown drills every three months. The last shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was completed March 19, 2025. To maintain a safe and healthy environment, a shelter-in-place or lockdown drill shall be conducted every three months. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0102. We discussed strategies of putting the month (every three months) on the fire drill documentation log and scheduling drills on a calendar. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement prior to employment. New staff members will need a medical report prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). This was corrected during the visit. TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file prior to employment. New staff members must have a medical report on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). This was corrected during today’s visit. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy: SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death. According to NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.0608, each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent SBS/AHT. This policy must be provided to parents and staff working at the facility and an acknowledgement signed by both parents and staff verifying receipt of the policy. AHT can occur in children up to 5 years of age. Shaken baby syndrome can lead to serious conditions including brain damage, problems with memory and attention, blindness, or hearing loss; intellectual, speech or learning disabilities; and developmental delays. The signed acknowledgement form must be on file for staff and children on day one. This was corrected during today’s visit. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. One staff member (T.M.) did not complete the training topics by 6/24/25. When all courses are completed email me the certificates for verification. Repeat Violation from 5/14/25. The Health and Safety Trainings for are due by November 12, 2025. Health and Safety Training courses are available in DCDEE Moodle, free of charge. Log into DCDEE Moodle with your NCID, search for and register for the required training. Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment: Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. This was corrected during today’s visit. Observation Suggestions: To help improve instructional support in your classroom, start by connecting with your kids. Learn about who they are and what they know or don’t know about how the world works. Be sensitive to their needs both emotionally and academically. Adjust your activity plan to meet their needs. Provide a chaos free environment by having interesting materials, a clear flow to the day, and minimal waiting throughout the day. Notice what they play with, how they use materials, and what captures their imagination. For example, here are three Instructional Support areas you can focus on, as well as an example of how to incorporate them into your classroom: 1. Integration: Ask questions to get them to think out loud. “I noticed you were making a farm with these blocks and farm animals, have you ever been on a farm? 2. Analysis and Reasoning: Get them to think about the how and why of learning. “How do you think these animals would need to be taking care of on a real farm?” 3. Parallel talk: Describe what they are doing, “You are lining up all the cows in a long row. You are putting them in order.” Instructional support interactions matter, and you have many opportunities throughout the day to do just that! Interact, pay attention, respond to the children where they are, and take it to the next level with intentional responses. You will find time with children being more engaging and fun. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/29/2025 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 10/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:45 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on May 14, 2025. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 88%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as. Current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed September 15, 2025. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed February 21, 2025. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Sharon Alexander, teacher. She assisted me as I monitored the indoor and outdoor areas. There were six children in care. Upon my arrival, children were sitting at tables using materials like dinosaurs, paper, and markers. Children used colored blocks, puzzles, science materials, and zoo animals. Children participated in art activities. In space #2, a child painted using paper and a paint brush. When done, the child helped her teacher tape her painting up to dry. Next, the child and teacher washed their hands and the table was sanitized. The child chose a book and sat on the teacher’s lap to listen to the story. In space #1, children created a picture by using paper, paint, and pre-cut circles. I observed toileting, handwashing, sanitation, lunch, and rest time. Today’s lunch consisted of pizza, green beans, peaches, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 603 All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair. There were four broken floor tiles in space #1 and one broken floor tile in space #2. 15A NCAC 18A .2824(a)&(b) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The facility's last fire drill was not practiced monthly. The last drill was documented on 6/11/25. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not have a medical report on file prior to employment. The medical report was dated 12/14/24. 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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) TB test screening was not on file prior to employment. TB screening was dated 12/14/25. .0701(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A current First Aid certification was not on file for one staff member. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A current CPR certification was not on file for two staff members. .1102(d) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The facility's last shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months. The last drill was documented on 3/19/25. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not have a signed acknowledgement form on file for the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy prior to providing care with children. The acknowledgement form was dated 10/14/24. .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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. The training was dated 12/16/24. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not complete health and safety trainings that were due by 6/24/25. This is a repeat violation from 5/14/25. .1102(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. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on November 12, 2025. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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 administrator was absent during today's visit. She was contacted and gave permission for me to review the visit summary with S. Alexander. A Legal Designee form left during the visit. Please complete sign and email to me as soon as possible. CPR: CPR certification expired for one staff member (T.M.) and a CPR certification was not on file for another staff member (T.M.). CPR certifications must be renewed by the expiration date and new employees have 90 days from their hire date to receive the training. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(d) regarding staff requirements. First Aid: A First Aid training certification was not on file for one staff member (T.M.). New employees have 90 days from their date of employment to receive the training. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c) regarding staff requirements. Shelter-in-place and/or lockdown drills: A violation was cited for not conducting shelter-in-place and lockdown drills every three months. The last shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was completed March 19, 2025. To maintain a safe and healthy environment, a shelter-in-place or lockdown drill shall be conducted every three months. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0102. We discussed strategies of putting the month (every three months) on the fire drill documentation log and scheduling drills on a calendar. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement prior to employment. New staff members will need a medical report prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). This was corrected during the visit. TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file prior to employment. New staff members must have a medical report on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). This was corrected during today’s visit. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy: SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death. According to NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.0608, each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent SBS/AHT. This policy must be provided to parents and staff working at the facility and an acknowledgement signed by both parents and staff verifying receipt of the policy. AHT can occur in children up to 5 years of age. Shaken baby syndrome can lead to serious conditions including brain damage, problems with memory and attention, blindness, or hearing loss; intellectual, speech or learning disabilities; and developmental delays. The signed acknowledgement form must be on file for staff and children on day one. This was corrected during today’s visit. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. One staff member (T.M.) did not complete the training topics by 6/24/25. When all courses are completed email me the certificates for verification. Repeat Violation from 5/14/25. The Health and Safety Trainings for are due by November 12, 2025. Health and Safety Training courses are available in DCDEE Moodle, free of charge. Log into DCDEE Moodle with your NCID, search for and register for the required training. Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment: Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. This was corrected during today’s visit. Observation Suggestions: To help improve instructional support in your classroom, start by connecting with your kids. Learn about who they are and what they know or don’t know about how the world works. Be sensitive to their needs both emotionally and academically. Adjust your activity plan to meet their needs. Provide a chaos free environment by having interesting materials, a clear flow to the day, and minimal waiting throughout the day. Notice what they play with, how they use materials, and what captures their imagination. For example, here are three Instructional Support areas you can focus on, as well as an example of how to incorporate them into your classroom: 1. Integration: Ask questions to get them to think out loud. “I noticed you were making a farm with these blocks and farm animals, have you ever been on a farm? 2. Analysis and Reasoning: Get them to think about the how and why of learning. “How do you think these animals would need to be taking care of on a real farm?” 3. Parallel talk: Describe what they are doing, “You are lining up all the cows in a long row. You are putting them in order.” Instructional support interactions matter, and you have many opportunities throughout the day to do just that! Interact, pay attention, respond to the children where they are, and take it to the next level with intentional responses. You will find time with children being more engaging and fun. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09.0608 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/29/2025 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 10/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:45 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on May 14, 2025. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 88%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as. Current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed September 15, 2025. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed February 21, 2025. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Sharon Alexander, teacher. She assisted me as I monitored the indoor and outdoor areas. There were six children in care. Upon my arrival, children were sitting at tables using materials like dinosaurs, paper, and markers. Children used colored blocks, puzzles, science materials, and zoo animals. Children participated in art activities. In space #2, a child painted using paper and a paint brush. When done, the child helped her teacher tape her painting up to dry. Next, the child and teacher washed their hands and the table was sanitized. The child chose a book and sat on the teacher’s lap to listen to the story. In space #1, children created a picture by using paper, paint, and pre-cut circles. I observed toileting, handwashing, sanitation, lunch, and rest time. Today’s lunch consisted of pizza, green beans, peaches, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 603 All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair. There were four broken floor tiles in space #1 and one broken floor tile in space #2. 15A NCAC 18A .2824(a)&(b) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The facility's last fire drill was not practiced monthly. The last drill was documented on 6/11/25. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not have a medical report on file prior to employment. The medical report was dated 12/14/24. 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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) TB test screening was not on file prior to employment. TB screening was dated 12/14/25. .0701(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A current First Aid certification was not on file for one staff member. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A current CPR certification was not on file for two staff members. .1102(d) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The facility's last shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months. The last drill was documented on 3/19/25. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not have a signed acknowledgement form on file for the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy prior to providing care with children. The acknowledgement form was dated 10/14/24. .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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. The training was dated 12/16/24. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not complete health and safety trainings that were due by 6/24/25. This is a repeat violation from 5/14/25. .1102(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. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on November 12, 2025. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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 administrator was absent during today's visit. She was contacted and gave permission for me to review the visit summary with S. Alexander. A Legal Designee form left during the visit. Please complete sign and email to me as soon as possible. CPR: CPR certification expired for one staff member (T.M.) and a CPR certification was not on file for another staff member (T.M.). CPR certifications must be renewed by the expiration date and new employees have 90 days from their hire date to receive the training. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(d) regarding staff requirements. First Aid: A First Aid training certification was not on file for one staff member (T.M.). New employees have 90 days from their date of employment to receive the training. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c) regarding staff requirements. Shelter-in-place and/or lockdown drills: A violation was cited for not conducting shelter-in-place and lockdown drills every three months. The last shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was completed March 19, 2025. To maintain a safe and healthy environment, a shelter-in-place or lockdown drill shall be conducted every three months. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0102. We discussed strategies of putting the month (every three months) on the fire drill documentation log and scheduling drills on a calendar. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement prior to employment. New staff members will need a medical report prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). This was corrected during the visit. TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file prior to employment. New staff members must have a medical report on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). This was corrected during today’s visit. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy: SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death. According to NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.0608, each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent SBS/AHT. This policy must be provided to parents and staff working at the facility and an acknowledgement signed by both parents and staff verifying receipt of the policy. AHT can occur in children up to 5 years of age. Shaken baby syndrome can lead to serious conditions including brain damage, problems with memory and attention, blindness, or hearing loss; intellectual, speech or learning disabilities; and developmental delays. The signed acknowledgement form must be on file for staff and children on day one. This was corrected during today’s visit. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. One staff member (T.M.) did not complete the training topics by 6/24/25. When all courses are completed email me the certificates for verification. Repeat Violation from 5/14/25. The Health and Safety Trainings for are due by November 12, 2025. Health and Safety Training courses are available in DCDEE Moodle, free of charge. Log into DCDEE Moodle with your NCID, search for and register for the required training. Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment: Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. This was corrected during today’s visit. Observation Suggestions: To help improve instructional support in your classroom, start by connecting with your kids. Learn about who they are and what they know or don’t know about how the world works. Be sensitive to their needs both emotionally and academically. Adjust your activity plan to meet their needs. Provide a chaos free environment by having interesting materials, a clear flow to the day, and minimal waiting throughout the day. Notice what they play with, how they use materials, and what captures their imagination. For example, here are three Instructional Support areas you can focus on, as well as an example of how to incorporate them into your classroom: 1. Integration: Ask questions to get them to think out loud. “I noticed you were making a farm with these blocks and farm animals, have you ever been on a farm? 2. Analysis and Reasoning: Get them to think about the how and why of learning. “How do you think these animals would need to be taking care of on a real farm?” 3. Parallel talk: Describe what they are doing, “You are lining up all the cows in a long row. You are putting them in order.” Instructional support interactions matter, and you have many opportunities throughout the day to do just that! Interact, pay attention, respond to the children where they are, and take it to the next level with intentional responses. You will find time with children being more engaging and fun. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/29/2025 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 10/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:45 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on May 14, 2025. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 88%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as. Current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed September 15, 2025. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed February 21, 2025. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Sharon Alexander, teacher. She assisted me as I monitored the indoor and outdoor areas. There were six children in care. Upon my arrival, children were sitting at tables using materials like dinosaurs, paper, and markers. Children used colored blocks, puzzles, science materials, and zoo animals. Children participated in art activities. In space #2, a child painted using paper and a paint brush. When done, the child helped her teacher tape her painting up to dry. Next, the child and teacher washed their hands and the table was sanitized. The child chose a book and sat on the teacher’s lap to listen to the story. In space #1, children created a picture by using paper, paint, and pre-cut circles. I observed toileting, handwashing, sanitation, lunch, and rest time. Today’s lunch consisted of pizza, green beans, peaches, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 603 All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair. There were four broken floor tiles in space #1 and one broken floor tile in space #2. 15A NCAC 18A .2824(a)&(b) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The facility's last fire drill was not practiced monthly. The last drill was documented on 6/11/25. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not have a medical report on file prior to employment. The medical report was dated 12/14/24. 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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) TB test screening was not on file prior to employment. TB screening was dated 12/14/25. .0701(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A current First Aid certification was not on file for one staff member. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A current CPR certification was not on file for two staff members. .1102(d) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The facility's last shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months. The last drill was documented on 3/19/25. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not have a signed acknowledgement form on file for the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy prior to providing care with children. The acknowledgement form was dated 10/14/24. .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. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. The training was dated 12/16/24. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member (DOE 6/24/24) did not complete health and safety trainings that were due by 6/24/25. This is a repeat violation from 5/14/25. .1102(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. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on November 12, 2025. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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 administrator was absent during today's visit. She was contacted and gave permission for me to review the visit summary with S. Alexander. A Legal Designee form left during the visit. Please complete sign and email to me as soon as possible. CPR: CPR certification expired for one staff member (T.M.) and a CPR certification was not on file for another staff member (T.M.). CPR certifications must be renewed by the expiration date and new employees have 90 days from their hire date to receive the training. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(d) regarding staff requirements. First Aid: A First Aid training certification was not on file for one staff member (T.M.). New employees have 90 days from their date of employment to receive the training. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c) regarding staff requirements. Shelter-in-place and/or lockdown drills: A violation was cited for not conducting shelter-in-place and lockdown drills every three months. The last shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was completed March 19, 2025. To maintain a safe and healthy environment, a shelter-in-place or lockdown drill shall be conducted every three months. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0102. We discussed strategies of putting the month (every three months) on the fire drill documentation log and scheduling drills on a calendar. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement prior to employment. New staff members will need a medical report prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). This was corrected during the visit. TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file prior to employment. New staff members must have a medical report on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a). This was corrected during today’s visit. Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy: SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death. According to NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.0608, each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent SBS/AHT. This policy must be provided to parents and staff working at the facility and an acknowledgement signed by both parents and staff verifying receipt of the policy. AHT can occur in children up to 5 years of age. Shaken baby syndrome can lead to serious conditions including brain damage, problems with memory and attention, blindness, or hearing loss; intellectual, speech or learning disabilities; and developmental delays. The signed acknowledgement form must be on file for staff and children on day one. This was corrected during today’s visit. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. One staff member (T.M.) did not complete the training topics by 6/24/25. When all courses are completed email me the certificates for verification. Repeat Violation from 5/14/25. The Health and Safety Trainings for are due by November 12, 2025. Health and Safety Training courses are available in DCDEE Moodle, free of charge. Log into DCDEE Moodle with your NCID, search for and register for the required training. Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment: Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. This was corrected during today’s visit. Observation Suggestions: To help improve instructional support in your classroom, start by connecting with your kids. Learn about who they are and what they know or don’t know about how the world works. Be sensitive to their needs both emotionally and academically. Adjust your activity plan to meet their needs. Provide a chaos free environment by having interesting materials, a clear flow to the day, and minimal waiting throughout the day. Notice what they play with, how they use materials, and what captures their imagination. For example, here are three Instructional Support areas you can focus on, as well as an example of how to incorporate them into your classroom: 1. Integration: Ask questions to get them to think out loud. “I noticed you were making a farm with these blocks and farm animals, have you ever been on a farm? 2. Analysis and Reasoning: Get them to think about the how and why of learning. “How do you think these animals would need to be taking care of on a real farm?” 3. Parallel talk: Describe what they are doing, “You are lining up all the cows in a long row. You are putting them in order.” Instructional support interactions matter, and you have many opportunities throughout the day to do just that! Interact, pay attention, respond to the children where they are, and take it to the next level with intentional responses. You will find time with children being more engaging and fun. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2025 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 5/14/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance visit. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on June 12, 2024. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 90%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as. Current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed February 21, 2025. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Tarsha Mason, Administrator. She assisted me as I monitored the indoor and outdoor areas. There were nine children in care. Upon my arrival children were cleaning up from an art activity. They washed their hands and got a book from the library area. Next, they participated in a group activity. They were singing interactive songs like, “Look who came to school today” and “Jump up”. They chanted the days of the week and listened to a story. After listening to a story, they played in various activity centers. I observed hand washing, sanitation, lunch, and rest time. Lunch consisted of ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, corn, taco shells, and milk. Positive communication was observed between the teachers and children. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human 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. There were three bottles stored in a refrigerated without child's name and date. The bottles were labeled with the required information. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The kitchen door was unlocked and accessible to children. It contains a stove and hot water. The kitchen door was locked during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. One container of Clorox bleach wipes were stored on top of a shelf in space #2. The Clorox wipes were removed and placed in a locked storage. .2820(b) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. ITS-SIDS training certificate was not on file for the administrator. .1102(f) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. One child's application did not include an health care professional information. .0802(c)(2) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member did not complete health and safety training within one year of employment. Their date of employment was 7/10/23. .1102(a) 1907 A copy of the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not given to or explained to parents of newly enrolled children up to five years of age on or before the first day the child receives care at the center. A parent signed acknowledgement form regarding the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy was not on file for two children. .0608(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. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on May 28, 2025. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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: ITS-SIDS Training: A violation was cited for you not having an ITS-SIDS training certificate on file for verification. You stated that you took the training in November. Email me a copy of the certificate and place it in your file for review. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(f). Hazardous Items Storage: A violation was cited for one container of Clorox wipes stored on top of a shelf in space #2. Hazardous items shall be kept in a locked storage or cabinet. Refer to child care rule 15A NCAC 18A .2820 Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy: SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death. According to NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.0608, each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent SBS/AHT. This policy must be provided to parents and staff working at the facility and an acknowledgement signed by both parents and staff verifying receipt of the policy. AHT can occur in children up to 5 years of age. Shaken baby syndrome can lead to serious conditions including brain damage, problems with memory and attention, blindness, or hearing loss; intellectual, speech or learning disabilities; and developmental delays. The signed acknowledgement form must be on file for staff and children on day one. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. Your Health and Safety Trainings for S.A. are due by May 28, 2025. Health and Safety Training courses are available in DCDEE Moodle, free of charge. Log into DCDEE Moodle with your NCID, search for and register for the required training. Reminder: The facility’s sanitation inspection expires on June 11, 2025. Contact Environmental Health to remind them of an upcoming inspection. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2025 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 5/14/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance visit. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on June 12, 2024. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 90%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as. Current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed February 21, 2025. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Tarsha Mason, Administrator. She assisted me as I monitored the indoor and outdoor areas. There were nine children in care. Upon my arrival children were cleaning up from an art activity. They washed their hands and got a book from the library area. Next, they participated in a group activity. They were singing interactive songs like, “Look who came to school today” and “Jump up”. They chanted the days of the week and listened to a story. After listening to a story, they played in various activity centers. I observed hand washing, sanitation, lunch, and rest time. Lunch consisted of ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, corn, taco shells, and milk. Positive communication was observed between the teachers and children. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human 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. There were three bottles stored in a refrigerated without child's name and date. The bottles were labeled with the required information. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The kitchen door was unlocked and accessible to children. It contains a stove and hot water. The kitchen door was locked during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. One container of Clorox bleach wipes were stored on top of a shelf in space #2. The Clorox wipes were removed and placed in a locked storage. .2820(b) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. ITS-SIDS training certificate was not on file for the administrator. .1102(f) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. One child's application did not include an health care professional information. .0802(c)(2) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member did not complete health and safety training within one year of employment. Their date of employment was 7/10/23. .1102(a) 1907 A copy of the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not given to or explained to parents of newly enrolled children up to five years of age on or before the first day the child receives care at the center. A parent signed acknowledgement form regarding the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy was not on file for two children. .0608(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. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on May 28, 2025. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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: ITS-SIDS Training: A violation was cited for you not having an ITS-SIDS training certificate on file for verification. You stated that you took the training in November. Email me a copy of the certificate and place it in your file for review. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(f). Hazardous Items Storage: A violation was cited for one container of Clorox wipes stored on top of a shelf in space #2. Hazardous items shall be kept in a locked storage or cabinet. Refer to child care rule 15A NCAC 18A .2820 Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy: SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death. According to NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.0608, each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent SBS/AHT. This policy must be provided to parents and staff working at the facility and an acknowledgement signed by both parents and staff verifying receipt of the policy. AHT can occur in children up to 5 years of age. Shaken baby syndrome can lead to serious conditions including brain damage, problems with memory and attention, blindness, or hearing loss; intellectual, speech or learning disabilities; and developmental delays. The signed acknowledgement form must be on file for staff and children on day one. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. Your Health and Safety Trainings for S.A. are due by May 28, 2025. Health and Safety Training courses are available in DCDEE Moodle, free of charge. Log into DCDEE Moodle with your NCID, search for and register for the required training. Reminder: The facility’s sanitation inspection expires on June 11, 2025. Contact Environmental Health to remind them of an upcoming inspection. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09.0608 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2025 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 5/14/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance visit. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on June 12, 2024. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 90%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as. Current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed February 21, 2025. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Tarsha Mason, Administrator. She assisted me as I monitored the indoor and outdoor areas. There were nine children in care. Upon my arrival children were cleaning up from an art activity. They washed their hands and got a book from the library area. Next, they participated in a group activity. They were singing interactive songs like, “Look who came to school today” and “Jump up”. They chanted the days of the week and listened to a story. After listening to a story, they played in various activity centers. I observed hand washing, sanitation, lunch, and rest time. Lunch consisted of ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, corn, taco shells, and milk. Positive communication was observed between the teachers and children. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human 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. There were three bottles stored in a refrigerated without child's name and date. The bottles were labeled with the required information. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The kitchen door was unlocked and accessible to children. It contains a stove and hot water. The kitchen door was locked during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. One container of Clorox bleach wipes were stored on top of a shelf in space #2. The Clorox wipes were removed and placed in a locked storage. .2820(b) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. ITS-SIDS training certificate was not on file for the administrator. .1102(f) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. One child's application did not include an health care professional information. .0802(c)(2) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member did not complete health and safety training within one year of employment. Their date of employment was 7/10/23. .1102(a) 1907 A copy of the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not given to or explained to parents of newly enrolled children up to five years of age on or before the first day the child receives care at the center. A parent signed acknowledgement form regarding the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy was not on file for two children. .0608(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. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on May 28, 2025. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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: ITS-SIDS Training: A violation was cited for you not having an ITS-SIDS training certificate on file for verification. You stated that you took the training in November. Email me a copy of the certificate and place it in your file for review. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(f). Hazardous Items Storage: A violation was cited for one container of Clorox wipes stored on top of a shelf in space #2. Hazardous items shall be kept in a locked storage or cabinet. Refer to child care rule 15A NCAC 18A .2820 Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy: SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death. According to NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.0608, each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent SBS/AHT. This policy must be provided to parents and staff working at the facility and an acknowledgement signed by both parents and staff verifying receipt of the policy. AHT can occur in children up to 5 years of age. Shaken baby syndrome can lead to serious conditions including brain damage, problems with memory and attention, blindness, or hearing loss; intellectual, speech or learning disabilities; and developmental delays. The signed acknowledgement form must be on file for staff and children on day one. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. Your Health and Safety Trainings for S.A. are due by May 28, 2025. Health and Safety Training courses are available in DCDEE Moodle, free of charge. Log into DCDEE Moodle with your NCID, search for and register for the required training. Reminder: The facility’s sanitation inspection expires on June 11, 2025. Contact Environmental Health to remind them of an upcoming inspection. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/14/2025 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 5/14/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Annual Compliance visit. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on June 12, 2024. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 90%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as. Current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed February 21, 2025. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Tarsha Mason, Administrator. She assisted me as I monitored the indoor and outdoor areas. There were nine children in care. Upon my arrival children were cleaning up from an art activity. They washed their hands and got a book from the library area. Next, they participated in a group activity. They were singing interactive songs like, “Look who came to school today” and “Jump up”. They chanted the days of the week and listened to a story. After listening to a story, they played in various activity centers. I observed hand washing, sanitation, lunch, and rest time. Lunch consisted of ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, corn, taco shells, and milk. Positive communication was observed between the teachers and children. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human 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. There were three bottles stored in a refrigerated without child's name and date. The bottles were labeled with the required information. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The kitchen door was unlocked and accessible to children. It contains a stove and hot water. The kitchen door was locked during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. One container of Clorox bleach wipes were stored on top of a shelf in space #2. The Clorox wipes were removed and placed in a locked storage. .2820(b) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. ITS-SIDS training certificate was not on file for the administrator. .1102(f) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. One child's application did not include an health care professional information. .0802(c)(2) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member did not complete health and safety training within one year of employment. Their date of employment was 7/10/23. .1102(a) 1907 A copy of the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not given to or explained to parents of newly enrolled children up to five years of age on or before the first day the child receives care at the center. A parent signed acknowledgement form regarding the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy was not on file for two children. .0608(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. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on May 28, 2025. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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: ITS-SIDS Training: A violation was cited for you not having an ITS-SIDS training certificate on file for verification. You stated that you took the training in November. Email me a copy of the certificate and place it in your file for review. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102(f). Hazardous Items Storage: A violation was cited for one container of Clorox wipes stored on top of a shelf in space #2. Hazardous items shall be kept in a locked storage or cabinet. Refer to child care rule 15A NCAC 18A .2820 Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy: SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death. According to NC Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09.0608, each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent SBS/AHT. This policy must be provided to parents and staff working at the facility and an acknowledgement signed by both parents and staff verifying receipt of the policy. AHT can occur in children up to 5 years of age. Shaken baby syndrome can lead to serious conditions including brain damage, problems with memory and attention, blindness, or hearing loss; intellectual, speech or learning disabilities; and developmental delays. The signed acknowledgement form must be on file for staff and children on day one. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. Your Health and Safety Trainings for S.A. are due by May 28, 2025. Health and Safety Training courses are available in DCDEE Moodle, free of charge. Log into DCDEE Moodle with your NCID, search for and register for the required training. Reminder: The facility’s sanitation inspection expires on June 11, 2025. Contact Environmental Health to remind them of an upcoming inspection. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/13/2024 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/13/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:30 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on June 12, 2024. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Tarsha Mason, Administrator. T. Mason and Sharon Alexander, teacher, assisted me during the visit. There were eight children in care. T. Mason left during the visit due to an appointment. Approval was given for S. Alexander to sign the visit summary. Children in space #1, were participating in screen time. One child was under three years of age. After screen time, children used playdough with playdough materials. Children cleaned-up and prepared for lunch. As children were waiting to be served, they sang songs like, “The wheels on the bus, Twinkle little star, and ABC’s”. Children in space #2, were sitting on the floor with their teachers. Both teachers were talking to the children about what they were doing. A child played with a bus and another child used a spinning wheel activity. I observed, diaper changing, toileting, hand washing, sanitation, lunch, rest time, snack, and children departure. Lunch consisted of chicken nuggets, mac/cheese, green beans, apple sauce, and milk. Snack consisted of oranges crackers, and water. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. There was one child, two years of age, participating in screen time in Space #1. .0510(f) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Two children enrolled in space #2, cribs were not identifiable to a specific child with labels. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. The NC Secretary of State issued an Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report, effctive 11/20/24 against your business, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC. GS 110-91 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 was not on file for one new staff member. 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. A TB test result was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. An emergency information form was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One new staff member did not complete 16 hours of orientation with in the first six weeks of employment. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One new employee did not complete the first two weeks of orientation training. .1101(a)(b) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. An attendance sheet was not completed in spaces #1 and #2. The attendance was completed for both classrooms during today's visit (12/17/23). GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A new staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not have valid qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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 and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on December 27, 2024. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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: North Carolina Secretary of State: The facility’s Owner, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC, is currently reading, “Administrative Dissolution”. Contact a representative of the Secretary of State and get information to correct the dissolution. This must be corrected by December 27, 2024. If not corrected, your facility will be issued a Provisional License to allow time for the dissolution to be corrected. Criminal Background Checks (CBC): Jasmine Hollingsworth’s date of employment was September 23, 2024. Two violations were cited for not completing a criminal background check (CBC) and having a qualifying letter on file. The Criminal Background Check (CBC) portal was checked during the visit. An application was submitted on October 1, 2024 and was canceled November 27, 2024 due to non-submission of fingerprints. Jasmine was escorted off the premises at approximately 2:00 PM. She can not return until she has a valid CBC qualifying letter. Refer to child care rule reference G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e). I will return sometime within two weeks to verify that Jasmine is not working. Daily Attendance: A violation was cited for daily attendance not being recorded in spaces #1 and #2. Daily attendance for all children in care shall be recorded with indications of dates and times of arrival and departure for each child. Refer to child care rule G.S. 110-91(9). You stated that you normally use the Bright wheel Application, but you had not paid fees to continue using it. We discussed printing attendance sheets for each month. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement on file. New staff members must have a medical report on file day one of employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file day one of employment. New staff members must have TB results on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) Staff Files: 7 violations were cited today, because there were a variety of required items missing from one new staff file. Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist was left with you during today’s visit. Forms can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. A Legal designee form was given to you during today's visit. Please complete and email to me by December 27, 2024. Reminder: Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment course is available at www.preventchildabusenc.org. Ensure this training is completed by one staff member (J.H.) by 12/23/24. Refer to 10A NCAC 09 .1703 (b-d) for more information. Observation Suggestions: Capture the degree to which the teacher’s interactions with children and classroom activities place an emphasis on children’s interest, motivations & points of view and encourage their responsibility & independence. Offer a range of opportunities for children to express their ideas in the context of both planned and unplanned activities. Provide a balance of adult and child-directed activities where children can make guided decisions based on teacher’s clearly identified expectations (example, where to sit at circle time). Plan routines and experiences that allow children to be successful with little support. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0704 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/13/2024 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/13/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:30 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on June 12, 2024. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Tarsha Mason, Administrator. T. Mason and Sharon Alexander, teacher, assisted me during the visit. There were eight children in care. T. Mason left during the visit due to an appointment. Approval was given for S. Alexander to sign the visit summary. Children in space #1, were participating in screen time. One child was under three years of age. After screen time, children used playdough with playdough materials. Children cleaned-up and prepared for lunch. As children were waiting to be served, they sang songs like, “The wheels on the bus, Twinkle little star, and ABC’s”. Children in space #2, were sitting on the floor with their teachers. Both teachers were talking to the children about what they were doing. A child played with a bus and another child used a spinning wheel activity. I observed, diaper changing, toileting, hand washing, sanitation, lunch, rest time, snack, and children departure. Lunch consisted of chicken nuggets, mac/cheese, green beans, apple sauce, and milk. Snack consisted of oranges crackers, and water. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. There was one child, two years of age, participating in screen time in Space #1. .0510(f) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Two children enrolled in space #2, cribs were not identifiable to a specific child with labels. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. The NC Secretary of State issued an Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report, effctive 11/20/24 against your business, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC. GS 110-91 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 was not on file for one new staff member. 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. A TB test result was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. An emergency information form was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One new staff member did not complete 16 hours of orientation with in the first six weeks of employment. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One new employee did not complete the first two weeks of orientation training. .1101(a)(b) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. An attendance sheet was not completed in spaces #1 and #2. The attendance was completed for both classrooms during today's visit (12/17/23). GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A new staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not have valid qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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 and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on December 27, 2024. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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: North Carolina Secretary of State: The facility’s Owner, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC, is currently reading, “Administrative Dissolution”. Contact a representative of the Secretary of State and get information to correct the dissolution. This must be corrected by December 27, 2024. If not corrected, your facility will be issued a Provisional License to allow time for the dissolution to be corrected. Criminal Background Checks (CBC): Jasmine Hollingsworth’s date of employment was September 23, 2024. Two violations were cited for not completing a criminal background check (CBC) and having a qualifying letter on file. The Criminal Background Check (CBC) portal was checked during the visit. An application was submitted on October 1, 2024 and was canceled November 27, 2024 due to non-submission of fingerprints. Jasmine was escorted off the premises at approximately 2:00 PM. She can not return until she has a valid CBC qualifying letter. Refer to child care rule reference G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e). I will return sometime within two weeks to verify that Jasmine is not working. Daily Attendance: A violation was cited for daily attendance not being recorded in spaces #1 and #2. Daily attendance for all children in care shall be recorded with indications of dates and times of arrival and departure for each child. Refer to child care rule G.S. 110-91(9). You stated that you normally use the Bright wheel Application, but you had not paid fees to continue using it. We discussed printing attendance sheets for each month. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement on file. New staff members must have a medical report on file day one of employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file day one of employment. New staff members must have TB results on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) Staff Files: 7 violations were cited today, because there were a variety of required items missing from one new staff file. Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist was left with you during today’s visit. Forms can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. A Legal designee form was given to you during today's visit. Please complete and email to me by December 27, 2024. Reminder: Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment course is available at www.preventchildabusenc.org. Ensure this training is completed by one staff member (J.H.) by 12/23/24. Refer to 10A NCAC 09 .1703 (b-d) for more information. Observation Suggestions: Capture the degree to which the teacher’s interactions with children and classroom activities place an emphasis on children’s interest, motivations & points of view and encourage their responsibility & independence. Offer a range of opportunities for children to express their ideas in the context of both planned and unplanned activities. Provide a balance of adult and child-directed activities where children can make guided decisions based on teacher’s clearly identified expectations (example, where to sit at circle time). Plan routines and experiences that allow children to be successful with little support. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1703 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/13/2024 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/13/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:30 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on June 12, 2024. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Tarsha Mason, Administrator. T. Mason and Sharon Alexander, teacher, assisted me during the visit. There were eight children in care. T. Mason left during the visit due to an appointment. Approval was given for S. Alexander to sign the visit summary. Children in space #1, were participating in screen time. One child was under three years of age. After screen time, children used playdough with playdough materials. Children cleaned-up and prepared for lunch. As children were waiting to be served, they sang songs like, “The wheels on the bus, Twinkle little star, and ABC’s”. Children in space #2, were sitting on the floor with their teachers. Both teachers were talking to the children about what they were doing. A child played with a bus and another child used a spinning wheel activity. I observed, diaper changing, toileting, hand washing, sanitation, lunch, rest time, snack, and children departure. Lunch consisted of chicken nuggets, mac/cheese, green beans, apple sauce, and milk. Snack consisted of oranges crackers, and water. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. There was one child, two years of age, participating in screen time in Space #1. .0510(f) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Two children enrolled in space #2, cribs were not identifiable to a specific child with labels. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. The NC Secretary of State issued an Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report, effctive 11/20/24 against your business, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC. GS 110-91 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 was not on file for one new staff member. 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. A TB test result was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. An emergency information form was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One new staff member did not complete 16 hours of orientation with in the first six weeks of employment. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One new employee did not complete the first two weeks of orientation training. .1101(a)(b) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. An attendance sheet was not completed in spaces #1 and #2. The attendance was completed for both classrooms during today's visit (12/17/23). GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A new staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not have valid qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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 and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on December 27, 2024. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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: North Carolina Secretary of State: The facility’s Owner, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC, is currently reading, “Administrative Dissolution”. Contact a representative of the Secretary of State and get information to correct the dissolution. This must be corrected by December 27, 2024. If not corrected, your facility will be issued a Provisional License to allow time for the dissolution to be corrected. Criminal Background Checks (CBC): Jasmine Hollingsworth’s date of employment was September 23, 2024. Two violations were cited for not completing a criminal background check (CBC) and having a qualifying letter on file. The Criminal Background Check (CBC) portal was checked during the visit. An application was submitted on October 1, 2024 and was canceled November 27, 2024 due to non-submission of fingerprints. Jasmine was escorted off the premises at approximately 2:00 PM. She can not return until she has a valid CBC qualifying letter. Refer to child care rule reference G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e). I will return sometime within two weeks to verify that Jasmine is not working. Daily Attendance: A violation was cited for daily attendance not being recorded in spaces #1 and #2. Daily attendance for all children in care shall be recorded with indications of dates and times of arrival and departure for each child. Refer to child care rule G.S. 110-91(9). You stated that you normally use the Bright wheel Application, but you had not paid fees to continue using it. We discussed printing attendance sheets for each month. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement on file. New staff members must have a medical report on file day one of employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file day one of employment. New staff members must have TB results on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) Staff Files: 7 violations were cited today, because there were a variety of required items missing from one new staff file. Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist was left with you during today’s visit. Forms can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. A Legal designee form was given to you during today's visit. Please complete and email to me by December 27, 2024. Reminder: Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment course is available at www.preventchildabusenc.org. Ensure this training is completed by one staff member (J.H.) by 12/23/24. Refer to 10A NCAC 09 .1703 (b-d) for more information. Observation Suggestions: Capture the degree to which the teacher’s interactions with children and classroom activities place an emphasis on children’s interest, motivations & points of view and encourage their responsibility & independence. Offer a range of opportunities for children to express their ideas in the context of both planned and unplanned activities. Provide a balance of adult and child-directed activities where children can make guided decisions based on teacher’s clearly identified expectations (example, where to sit at circle time). Plan routines and experiences that allow children to be successful with little support. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .2408 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/13/2024 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/13/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:30 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on June 12, 2024. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Tarsha Mason, Administrator. T. Mason and Sharon Alexander, teacher, assisted me during the visit. There were eight children in care. T. Mason left during the visit due to an appointment. Approval was given for S. Alexander to sign the visit summary. Children in space #1, were participating in screen time. One child was under three years of age. After screen time, children used playdough with playdough materials. Children cleaned-up and prepared for lunch. As children were waiting to be served, they sang songs like, “The wheels on the bus, Twinkle little star, and ABC’s”. Children in space #2, were sitting on the floor with their teachers. Both teachers were talking to the children about what they were doing. A child played with a bus and another child used a spinning wheel activity. I observed, diaper changing, toileting, hand washing, sanitation, lunch, rest time, snack, and children departure. Lunch consisted of chicken nuggets, mac/cheese, green beans, apple sauce, and milk. Snack consisted of oranges crackers, and water. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. There was one child, two years of age, participating in screen time in Space #1. .0510(f) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Two children enrolled in space #2, cribs were not identifiable to a specific child with labels. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. The NC Secretary of State issued an Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report, effctive 11/20/24 against your business, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC. GS 110-91 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 was not on file for one new staff member. 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. A TB test result was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. An emergency information form was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One new staff member did not complete 16 hours of orientation with in the first six weeks of employment. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One new employee did not complete the first two weeks of orientation training. .1101(a)(b) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. An attendance sheet was not completed in spaces #1 and #2. The attendance was completed for both classrooms during today's visit (12/17/23). GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A new staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not have valid qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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 and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on December 27, 2024. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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: North Carolina Secretary of State: The facility’s Owner, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC, is currently reading, “Administrative Dissolution”. Contact a representative of the Secretary of State and get information to correct the dissolution. This must be corrected by December 27, 2024. If not corrected, your facility will be issued a Provisional License to allow time for the dissolution to be corrected. Criminal Background Checks (CBC): Jasmine Hollingsworth’s date of employment was September 23, 2024. Two violations were cited for not completing a criminal background check (CBC) and having a qualifying letter on file. The Criminal Background Check (CBC) portal was checked during the visit. An application was submitted on October 1, 2024 and was canceled November 27, 2024 due to non-submission of fingerprints. Jasmine was escorted off the premises at approximately 2:00 PM. She can not return until she has a valid CBC qualifying letter. Refer to child care rule reference G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e). I will return sometime within two weeks to verify that Jasmine is not working. Daily Attendance: A violation was cited for daily attendance not being recorded in spaces #1 and #2. Daily attendance for all children in care shall be recorded with indications of dates and times of arrival and departure for each child. Refer to child care rule G.S. 110-91(9). You stated that you normally use the Bright wheel Application, but you had not paid fees to continue using it. We discussed printing attendance sheets for each month. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement on file. New staff members must have a medical report on file day one of employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file day one of employment. New staff members must have TB results on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) Staff Files: 7 violations were cited today, because there were a variety of required items missing from one new staff file. Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist was left with you during today’s visit. Forms can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. A Legal designee form was given to you during today's visit. Please complete and email to me by December 27, 2024. Reminder: Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment course is available at www.preventchildabusenc.org. Ensure this training is completed by one staff member (J.H.) by 12/23/24. Refer to 10A NCAC 09 .1703 (b-d) for more information. Observation Suggestions: Capture the degree to which the teacher’s interactions with children and classroom activities place an emphasis on children’s interest, motivations & points of view and encourage their responsibility & independence. Offer a range of opportunities for children to express their ideas in the context of both planned and unplanned activities. Provide a balance of adult and child-directed activities where children can make guided decisions based on teacher’s clearly identified expectations (example, where to sit at circle time). Plan routines and experiences that allow children to be successful with little support. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/13/2024 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/13/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:30 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on June 12, 2024. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Tarsha Mason, Administrator. T. Mason and Sharon Alexander, teacher, assisted me during the visit. There were eight children in care. T. Mason left during the visit due to an appointment. Approval was given for S. Alexander to sign the visit summary. Children in space #1, were participating in screen time. One child was under three years of age. After screen time, children used playdough with playdough materials. Children cleaned-up and prepared for lunch. As children were waiting to be served, they sang songs like, “The wheels on the bus, Twinkle little star, and ABC’s”. Children in space #2, were sitting on the floor with their teachers. Both teachers were talking to the children about what they were doing. A child played with a bus and another child used a spinning wheel activity. I observed, diaper changing, toileting, hand washing, sanitation, lunch, rest time, snack, and children departure. Lunch consisted of chicken nuggets, mac/cheese, green beans, apple sauce, and milk. Snack consisted of oranges crackers, and water. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. There was one child, two years of age, participating in screen time in Space #1. .0510(f) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Two children enrolled in space #2, cribs were not identifiable to a specific child with labels. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. The NC Secretary of State issued an Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report, effctive 11/20/24 against your business, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC. GS 110-91 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 was not on file for one new staff member. 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. A TB test result was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. An emergency information form was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One new staff member did not complete 16 hours of orientation with in the first six weeks of employment. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One new employee did not complete the first two weeks of orientation training. .1101(a)(b) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. An attendance sheet was not completed in spaces #1 and #2. The attendance was completed for both classrooms during today's visit (12/17/23). GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A new staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not have valid qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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 and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on December 27, 2024. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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: North Carolina Secretary of State: The facility’s Owner, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC, is currently reading, “Administrative Dissolution”. Contact a representative of the Secretary of State and get information to correct the dissolution. This must be corrected by December 27, 2024. If not corrected, your facility will be issued a Provisional License to allow time for the dissolution to be corrected. Criminal Background Checks (CBC): Jasmine Hollingsworth’s date of employment was September 23, 2024. Two violations were cited for not completing a criminal background check (CBC) and having a qualifying letter on file. The Criminal Background Check (CBC) portal was checked during the visit. An application was submitted on October 1, 2024 and was canceled November 27, 2024 due to non-submission of fingerprints. Jasmine was escorted off the premises at approximately 2:00 PM. She can not return until she has a valid CBC qualifying letter. Refer to child care rule reference G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e). I will return sometime within two weeks to verify that Jasmine is not working. Daily Attendance: A violation was cited for daily attendance not being recorded in spaces #1 and #2. Daily attendance for all children in care shall be recorded with indications of dates and times of arrival and departure for each child. Refer to child care rule G.S. 110-91(9). You stated that you normally use the Bright wheel Application, but you had not paid fees to continue using it. We discussed printing attendance sheets for each month. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement on file. New staff members must have a medical report on file day one of employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file day one of employment. New staff members must have TB results on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) Staff Files: 7 violations were cited today, because there were a variety of required items missing from one new staff file. Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist was left with you during today’s visit. Forms can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. A Legal designee form was given to you during today's visit. Please complete and email to me by December 27, 2024. Reminder: Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment course is available at www.preventchildabusenc.org. Ensure this training is completed by one staff member (J.H.) by 12/23/24. Refer to 10A NCAC 09 .1703 (b-d) for more information. Observation Suggestions: Capture the degree to which the teacher’s interactions with children and classroom activities place an emphasis on children’s interest, motivations & points of view and encourage their responsibility & independence. Offer a range of opportunities for children to express their ideas in the context of both planned and unplanned activities. Provide a balance of adult and child-directed activities where children can make guided decisions based on teacher’s clearly identified expectations (example, where to sit at circle time). Plan routines and experiences that allow children to be successful with little support. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/13/2024 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/13/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:30 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on June 12, 2024. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Tarsha Mason, Administrator. T. Mason and Sharon Alexander, teacher, assisted me during the visit. There were eight children in care. T. Mason left during the visit due to an appointment. Approval was given for S. Alexander to sign the visit summary. Children in space #1, were participating in screen time. One child was under three years of age. After screen time, children used playdough with playdough materials. Children cleaned-up and prepared for lunch. As children were waiting to be served, they sang songs like, “The wheels on the bus, Twinkle little star, and ABC’s”. Children in space #2, were sitting on the floor with their teachers. Both teachers were talking to the children about what they were doing. A child played with a bus and another child used a spinning wheel activity. I observed, diaper changing, toileting, hand washing, sanitation, lunch, rest time, snack, and children departure. Lunch consisted of chicken nuggets, mac/cheese, green beans, apple sauce, and milk. Snack consisted of oranges crackers, and water. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. There was one child, two years of age, participating in screen time in Space #1. .0510(f) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Two children enrolled in space #2, cribs were not identifiable to a specific child with labels. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. The NC Secretary of State issued an Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report, effctive 11/20/24 against your business, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC. GS 110-91 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 was not on file for one new staff member. 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. A TB test result was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. An emergency information form was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One new staff member did not complete 16 hours of orientation with in the first six weeks of employment. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One new employee did not complete the first two weeks of orientation training. .1101(a)(b) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. An attendance sheet was not completed in spaces #1 and #2. The attendance was completed for both classrooms during today's visit (12/17/23). GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A new staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not have valid qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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 and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on December 27, 2024. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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: North Carolina Secretary of State: The facility’s Owner, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC, is currently reading, “Administrative Dissolution”. Contact a representative of the Secretary of State and get information to correct the dissolution. This must be corrected by December 27, 2024. If not corrected, your facility will be issued a Provisional License to allow time for the dissolution to be corrected. Criminal Background Checks (CBC): Jasmine Hollingsworth’s date of employment was September 23, 2024. Two violations were cited for not completing a criminal background check (CBC) and having a qualifying letter on file. The Criminal Background Check (CBC) portal was checked during the visit. An application was submitted on October 1, 2024 and was canceled November 27, 2024 due to non-submission of fingerprints. Jasmine was escorted off the premises at approximately 2:00 PM. She can not return until she has a valid CBC qualifying letter. Refer to child care rule reference G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e). I will return sometime within two weeks to verify that Jasmine is not working. Daily Attendance: A violation was cited for daily attendance not being recorded in spaces #1 and #2. Daily attendance for all children in care shall be recorded with indications of dates and times of arrival and departure for each child. Refer to child care rule G.S. 110-91(9). You stated that you normally use the Bright wheel Application, but you had not paid fees to continue using it. We discussed printing attendance sheets for each month. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement on file. New staff members must have a medical report on file day one of employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file day one of employment. New staff members must have TB results on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) Staff Files: 7 violations were cited today, because there were a variety of required items missing from one new staff file. Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist was left with you during today’s visit. Forms can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. A Legal designee form was given to you during today's visit. Please complete and email to me by December 27, 2024. Reminder: Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment course is available at www.preventchildabusenc.org. Ensure this training is completed by one staff member (J.H.) by 12/23/24. Refer to 10A NCAC 09 .1703 (b-d) for more information. Observation Suggestions: Capture the degree to which the teacher’s interactions with children and classroom activities place an emphasis on children’s interest, motivations & points of view and encourage their responsibility & independence. Offer a range of opportunities for children to express their ideas in the context of both planned and unplanned activities. Provide a balance of adult and child-directed activities where children can make guided decisions based on teacher’s clearly identified expectations (example, where to sit at circle time). Plan routines and experiences that allow children to be successful with little support. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/13/2024 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/13/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:30 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on June 12, 2024. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Tarsha Mason, Administrator. T. Mason and Sharon Alexander, teacher, assisted me during the visit. There were eight children in care. T. Mason left during the visit due to an appointment. Approval was given for S. Alexander to sign the visit summary. Children in space #1, were participating in screen time. One child was under three years of age. After screen time, children used playdough with playdough materials. Children cleaned-up and prepared for lunch. As children were waiting to be served, they sang songs like, “The wheels on the bus, Twinkle little star, and ABC’s”. Children in space #2, were sitting on the floor with their teachers. Both teachers were talking to the children about what they were doing. A child played with a bus and another child used a spinning wheel activity. I observed, diaper changing, toileting, hand washing, sanitation, lunch, rest time, snack, and children departure. Lunch consisted of chicken nuggets, mac/cheese, green beans, apple sauce, and milk. Snack consisted of oranges crackers, and water. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. There was one child, two years of age, participating in screen time in Space #1. .0510(f) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Two children enrolled in space #2, cribs were not identifiable to a specific child with labels. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. The NC Secretary of State issued an Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report, effctive 11/20/24 against your business, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC. GS 110-91 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 was not on file for one new staff member. 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. A TB test result was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. An emergency information form was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One new staff member did not complete 16 hours of orientation with in the first six weeks of employment. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One new employee did not complete the first two weeks of orientation training. .1101(a)(b) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. An attendance sheet was not completed in spaces #1 and #2. The attendance was completed for both classrooms during today's visit (12/17/23). GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A new staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not have valid qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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 and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on December 27, 2024. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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: North Carolina Secretary of State: The facility’s Owner, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC, is currently reading, “Administrative Dissolution”. Contact a representative of the Secretary of State and get information to correct the dissolution. This must be corrected by December 27, 2024. If not corrected, your facility will be issued a Provisional License to allow time for the dissolution to be corrected. Criminal Background Checks (CBC): Jasmine Hollingsworth’s date of employment was September 23, 2024. Two violations were cited for not completing a criminal background check (CBC) and having a qualifying letter on file. The Criminal Background Check (CBC) portal was checked during the visit. An application was submitted on October 1, 2024 and was canceled November 27, 2024 due to non-submission of fingerprints. Jasmine was escorted off the premises at approximately 2:00 PM. She can not return until she has a valid CBC qualifying letter. Refer to child care rule reference G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e). I will return sometime within two weeks to verify that Jasmine is not working. Daily Attendance: A violation was cited for daily attendance not being recorded in spaces #1 and #2. Daily attendance for all children in care shall be recorded with indications of dates and times of arrival and departure for each child. Refer to child care rule G.S. 110-91(9). You stated that you normally use the Bright wheel Application, but you had not paid fees to continue using it. We discussed printing attendance sheets for each month. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement on file. New staff members must have a medical report on file day one of employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file day one of employment. New staff members must have TB results on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) Staff Files: 7 violations were cited today, because there were a variety of required items missing from one new staff file. Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist was left with you during today’s visit. Forms can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. A Legal designee form was given to you during today's visit. Please complete and email to me by December 27, 2024. Reminder: Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment course is available at www.preventchildabusenc.org. Ensure this training is completed by one staff member (J.H.) by 12/23/24. Refer to 10A NCAC 09 .1703 (b-d) for more information. Observation Suggestions: Capture the degree to which the teacher’s interactions with children and classroom activities place an emphasis on children’s interest, motivations & points of view and encourage their responsibility & independence. Offer a range of opportunities for children to express their ideas in the context of both planned and unplanned activities. Provide a balance of adult and child-directed activities where children can make guided decisions based on teacher’s clearly identified expectations (example, where to sit at circle time). Plan routines and experiences that allow children to be successful with little support. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RONA DAVIS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/13/2024 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 12/13/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:30 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. An Annual Compliance visit was completed on June 12, 2024. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Sharon Alexander, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Tarsha Mason, Administrator. T. Mason and Sharon Alexander, teacher, assisted me during the visit. There were eight children in care. T. Mason left during the visit due to an appointment. Approval was given for S. Alexander to sign the visit summary. Children in space #1, were participating in screen time. One child was under three years of age. After screen time, children used playdough with playdough materials. Children cleaned-up and prepared for lunch. As children were waiting to be served, they sang songs like, “The wheels on the bus, Twinkle little star, and ABC’s”. Children in space #2, were sitting on the floor with their teachers. Both teachers were talking to the children about what they were doing. A child played with a bus and another child used a spinning wheel activity. I observed, diaper changing, toileting, hand washing, sanitation, lunch, rest time, snack, and children departure. Lunch consisted of chicken nuggets, mac/cheese, green beans, apple sauce, and milk. Snack consisted of oranges crackers, and water. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with S. Alexander. The following violation(s) were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. There was one child, two years of age, participating in screen time in Space #1. .0510(f) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Two children enrolled in space #2, cribs were not identifiable to a specific child with labels. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. The NC Secretary of State issued an Administrative Dissolution for failure to file an annual report, effctive 11/20/24 against your business, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC. GS 110-91 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 was not on file for one new staff member. 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. A TB test result was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. An emergency information form was not on file for one new staff member. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not complete a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One new staff member did not complete 16 hours of orientation with in the first six weeks of employment. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One new employee did not complete the first two weeks of orientation training. .1101(a)(b) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. An attendance sheet was not completed in spaces #1 and #2. The attendance was completed for both classrooms during today's visit (12/17/23). GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A new staff member, Jasmine Hollingsworth, did not have valid qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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 and it may impact the facility’s compliance history score. You must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me by 5:00 p.m. on December 27, 2024. 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: Rona Davis P.O. Box 1218 Raeford, NC 28376 Office 910-309-2480 Rona.davis@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: North Carolina Secretary of State: The facility’s Owner, Knowing I Deserve Success (KIDS) Early Learning Center LLC, is currently reading, “Administrative Dissolution”. Contact a representative of the Secretary of State and get information to correct the dissolution. This must be corrected by December 27, 2024. If not corrected, your facility will be issued a Provisional License to allow time for the dissolution to be corrected. Criminal Background Checks (CBC): Jasmine Hollingsworth’s date of employment was September 23, 2024. Two violations were cited for not completing a criminal background check (CBC) and having a qualifying letter on file. The Criminal Background Check (CBC) portal was checked during the visit. An application was submitted on October 1, 2024 and was canceled November 27, 2024 due to non-submission of fingerprints. Jasmine was escorted off the premises at approximately 2:00 PM. She can not return until she has a valid CBC qualifying letter. Refer to child care rule reference G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e). I will return sometime within two weeks to verify that Jasmine is not working. Daily Attendance: A violation was cited for daily attendance not being recorded in spaces #1 and #2. Daily attendance for all children in care shall be recorded with indications of dates and times of arrival and departure for each child. Refer to child care rule G.S. 110-91(9). You stated that you normally use the Bright wheel Application, but you had not paid fees to continue using it. We discussed printing attendance sheets for each month. Medical Statement: A violation was cited for one staff member not having a medical statement on file. New staff members must have a medical report on file day one of employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) TB Test Results: A violation was cited for one staff member not having TB Test Results on file day one of employment. New staff members must have TB results on file prior to employment. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) Staff Files: 7 violations were cited today, because there were a variety of required items missing from one new staff file. Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist was left with you during today’s visit. Forms can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. A Legal designee form was given to you during today's visit. Please complete and email to me by December 27, 2024. Reminder: Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment course is available at www.preventchildabusenc.org. Ensure this training is completed by one staff member (J.H.) by 12/23/24. Refer to 10A NCAC 09 .1703 (b-d) for more information. Observation Suggestions: Capture the degree to which the teacher’s interactions with children and classroom activities place an emphasis on children’s interest, motivations & points of view and encourage their responsibility & independence. Offer a range of opportunities for children to express their ideas in the context of both planned and unplanned activities. Provide a balance of adult and child-directed activities where children can make guided decisions based on teacher’s clearly identified expectations (example, where to sit at circle time). Plan routines and experiences that allow children to be successful with little support. Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-309-2480 or rona.davis@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 08:35 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. A TTP visit was completed on December 6, 2023. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Keyanna Fleming, Lead Teacher. Tarsha Mason, Adminstrator, arrived shortly during the visit. K. Fleming, had eleven children in care, the youngest child present was 2 years of age. This violation was corrected during the visit, T. Mason arrived to assist K.Fleming. I observed children participating in free choice activities indoors. During free play, the children were participating in dramatic play, manipulatives, and working on puzzles. Handwashing and toileting routines were observed during today’s visit. Children transition from center play to morning group time activity. The children participated in an art activity, paint and paint brushes were used to free paint before outdoor play. During outdoor play children ran about the space, played with balls, and sand toys. Breakfast served was oatmeal, orange slices, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a emergency information on file for review. .0701(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2 years of age to 5 years of age. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore enhanced staff/child ratio for today would have been 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a signed acknowledgement of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. Staff member K.Fleming, hired June 4, 2024 did not have health questionnaire on file for review. .0701(d) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on June 26, 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: Angela Stevens P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 Office 910-308-2537 Angela.stevens@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 TA: Enhanced Staff/Child Ratios: A violation was cited for staff/child ratios. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2yr-5yr old. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore her staff/child ratio for today would have 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. To ensure a health and safety environment refer to child care rule GS110-91(7); .0713(a-e). We discussed making sure the staff member is aware of the enhanced staff/child ratio requirements based on the age of the youngest child. Ex: youngest child 2 years of age Enhanced ratio 1:9 Reminders: New Hires/Staff Files: Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. I discussed with T. Mason the updated free Health and Safety trainings now in DCDEE Moodle. Health and Safety trainings will be due for staff member S.Alexander. As of September 30, 2020, ProSolutions no longer offer the free 24-hour North Carolina health and safety online training package. Please ensure you have an individual NCID and updated password to enroll in the Health and Safety Trainings at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/. The NC CCDF Health and Safety Training Requirement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Training-Requirements/Health-and-Safety-Training-FAQs Remember the administrator and staff working longer than one year shall participate in annual on-going training requirements. One staff member, S. Alexander will need to complete 10 on-going training hours by July 10, 2024. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. Resources: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit DCDEE Website/Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-308-2537 or angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0704 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 08:35 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. A TTP visit was completed on December 6, 2023. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Keyanna Fleming, Lead Teacher. Tarsha Mason, Adminstrator, arrived shortly during the visit. K. Fleming, had eleven children in care, the youngest child present was 2 years of age. This violation was corrected during the visit, T. Mason arrived to assist K.Fleming. I observed children participating in free choice activities indoors. During free play, the children were participating in dramatic play, manipulatives, and working on puzzles. Handwashing and toileting routines were observed during today’s visit. Children transition from center play to morning group time activity. The children participated in an art activity, paint and paint brushes were used to free paint before outdoor play. During outdoor play children ran about the space, played with balls, and sand toys. Breakfast served was oatmeal, orange slices, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a emergency information on file for review. .0701(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2 years of age to 5 years of age. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore enhanced staff/child ratio for today would have been 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a signed acknowledgement of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. Staff member K.Fleming, hired June 4, 2024 did not have health questionnaire on file for review. .0701(d) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on June 26, 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: Angela Stevens P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 Office 910-308-2537 Angela.stevens@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 TA: Enhanced Staff/Child Ratios: A violation was cited for staff/child ratios. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2yr-5yr old. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore her staff/child ratio for today would have 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. To ensure a health and safety environment refer to child care rule GS110-91(7); .0713(a-e). We discussed making sure the staff member is aware of the enhanced staff/child ratio requirements based on the age of the youngest child. Ex: youngest child 2 years of age Enhanced ratio 1:9 Reminders: New Hires/Staff Files: Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. I discussed with T. Mason the updated free Health and Safety trainings now in DCDEE Moodle. Health and Safety trainings will be due for staff member S.Alexander. As of September 30, 2020, ProSolutions no longer offer the free 24-hour North Carolina health and safety online training package. Please ensure you have an individual NCID and updated password to enroll in the Health and Safety Trainings at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/. The NC CCDF Health and Safety Training Requirement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Training-Requirements/Health-and-Safety-Training-FAQs Remember the administrator and staff working longer than one year shall participate in annual on-going training requirements. One staff member, S. Alexander will need to complete 10 on-going training hours by July 10, 2024. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. Resources: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit DCDEE Website/Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-308-2537 or angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1103 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 08:35 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. A TTP visit was completed on December 6, 2023. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Keyanna Fleming, Lead Teacher. Tarsha Mason, Adminstrator, arrived shortly during the visit. K. Fleming, had eleven children in care, the youngest child present was 2 years of age. This violation was corrected during the visit, T. Mason arrived to assist K.Fleming. I observed children participating in free choice activities indoors. During free play, the children were participating in dramatic play, manipulatives, and working on puzzles. Handwashing and toileting routines were observed during today’s visit. Children transition from center play to morning group time activity. The children participated in an art activity, paint and paint brushes were used to free paint before outdoor play. During outdoor play children ran about the space, played with balls, and sand toys. Breakfast served was oatmeal, orange slices, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a emergency information on file for review. .0701(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2 years of age to 5 years of age. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore enhanced staff/child ratio for today would have been 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a signed acknowledgement of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. Staff member K.Fleming, hired June 4, 2024 did not have health questionnaire on file for review. .0701(d) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on June 26, 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: Angela Stevens P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 Office 910-308-2537 Angela.stevens@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 TA: Enhanced Staff/Child Ratios: A violation was cited for staff/child ratios. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2yr-5yr old. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore her staff/child ratio for today would have 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. To ensure a health and safety environment refer to child care rule GS110-91(7); .0713(a-e). We discussed making sure the staff member is aware of the enhanced staff/child ratio requirements based on the age of the youngest child. Ex: youngest child 2 years of age Enhanced ratio 1:9 Reminders: New Hires/Staff Files: Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. I discussed with T. Mason the updated free Health and Safety trainings now in DCDEE Moodle. Health and Safety trainings will be due for staff member S.Alexander. As of September 30, 2020, ProSolutions no longer offer the free 24-hour North Carolina health and safety online training package. Please ensure you have an individual NCID and updated password to enroll in the Health and Safety Trainings at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/. The NC CCDF Health and Safety Training Requirement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Training-Requirements/Health-and-Safety-Training-FAQs Remember the administrator and staff working longer than one year shall participate in annual on-going training requirements. One staff member, S. Alexander will need to complete 10 on-going training hours by July 10, 2024. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. Resources: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit DCDEE Website/Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-308-2537 or angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .2408 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 08:35 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. A TTP visit was completed on December 6, 2023. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Keyanna Fleming, Lead Teacher. Tarsha Mason, Adminstrator, arrived shortly during the visit. K. Fleming, had eleven children in care, the youngest child present was 2 years of age. This violation was corrected during the visit, T. Mason arrived to assist K.Fleming. I observed children participating in free choice activities indoors. During free play, the children were participating in dramatic play, manipulatives, and working on puzzles. Handwashing and toileting routines were observed during today’s visit. Children transition from center play to morning group time activity. The children participated in an art activity, paint and paint brushes were used to free paint before outdoor play. During outdoor play children ran about the space, played with balls, and sand toys. Breakfast served was oatmeal, orange slices, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a emergency information on file for review. .0701(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2 years of age to 5 years of age. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore enhanced staff/child ratio for today would have been 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a signed acknowledgement of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. Staff member K.Fleming, hired June 4, 2024 did not have health questionnaire on file for review. .0701(d) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on June 26, 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: Angela Stevens P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 Office 910-308-2537 Angela.stevens@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 TA: Enhanced Staff/Child Ratios: A violation was cited for staff/child ratios. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2yr-5yr old. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore her staff/child ratio for today would have 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. To ensure a health and safety environment refer to child care rule GS110-91(7); .0713(a-e). We discussed making sure the staff member is aware of the enhanced staff/child ratio requirements based on the age of the youngest child. Ex: youngest child 2 years of age Enhanced ratio 1:9 Reminders: New Hires/Staff Files: Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. I discussed with T. Mason the updated free Health and Safety trainings now in DCDEE Moodle. Health and Safety trainings will be due for staff member S.Alexander. As of September 30, 2020, ProSolutions no longer offer the free 24-hour North Carolina health and safety online training package. Please ensure you have an individual NCID and updated password to enroll in the Health and Safety Trainings at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/. The NC CCDF Health and Safety Training Requirement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Training-Requirements/Health-and-Safety-Training-FAQs Remember the administrator and staff working longer than one year shall participate in annual on-going training requirements. One staff member, S. Alexander will need to complete 10 on-going training hours by July 10, 2024. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. Resources: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit DCDEE Website/Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-308-2537 or angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .2818 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 08:35 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. A TTP visit was completed on December 6, 2023. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Keyanna Fleming, Lead Teacher. Tarsha Mason, Adminstrator, arrived shortly during the visit. K. Fleming, had eleven children in care, the youngest child present was 2 years of age. This violation was corrected during the visit, T. Mason arrived to assist K.Fleming. I observed children participating in free choice activities indoors. During free play, the children were participating in dramatic play, manipulatives, and working on puzzles. Handwashing and toileting routines were observed during today’s visit. Children transition from center play to morning group time activity. The children participated in an art activity, paint and paint brushes were used to free paint before outdoor play. During outdoor play children ran about the space, played with balls, and sand toys. Breakfast served was oatmeal, orange slices, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a emergency information on file for review. .0701(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2 years of age to 5 years of age. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore enhanced staff/child ratio for today would have been 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a signed acknowledgement of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. Staff member K.Fleming, hired June 4, 2024 did not have health questionnaire on file for review. .0701(d) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on June 26, 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: Angela Stevens P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 Office 910-308-2537 Angela.stevens@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 TA: Enhanced Staff/Child Ratios: A violation was cited for staff/child ratios. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2yr-5yr old. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore her staff/child ratio for today would have 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. To ensure a health and safety environment refer to child care rule GS110-91(7); .0713(a-e). We discussed making sure the staff member is aware of the enhanced staff/child ratio requirements based on the age of the youngest child. Ex: youngest child 2 years of age Enhanced ratio 1:9 Reminders: New Hires/Staff Files: Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. I discussed with T. Mason the updated free Health and Safety trainings now in DCDEE Moodle. Health and Safety trainings will be due for staff member S.Alexander. As of September 30, 2020, ProSolutions no longer offer the free 24-hour North Carolina health and safety online training package. Please ensure you have an individual NCID and updated password to enroll in the Health and Safety Trainings at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/. The NC CCDF Health and Safety Training Requirement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Training-Requirements/Health-and-Safety-Training-FAQs Remember the administrator and staff working longer than one year shall participate in annual on-going training requirements. One staff member, S. Alexander will need to complete 10 on-going training hours by July 10, 2024. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. Resources: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit DCDEE Website/Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-308-2537 or angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 08:35 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. A TTP visit was completed on December 6, 2023. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Keyanna Fleming, Lead Teacher. Tarsha Mason, Adminstrator, arrived shortly during the visit. K. Fleming, had eleven children in care, the youngest child present was 2 years of age. This violation was corrected during the visit, T. Mason arrived to assist K.Fleming. I observed children participating in free choice activities indoors. During free play, the children were participating in dramatic play, manipulatives, and working on puzzles. Handwashing and toileting routines were observed during today’s visit. Children transition from center play to morning group time activity. The children participated in an art activity, paint and paint brushes were used to free paint before outdoor play. During outdoor play children ran about the space, played with balls, and sand toys. Breakfast served was oatmeal, orange slices, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a emergency information on file for review. .0701(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2 years of age to 5 years of age. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore enhanced staff/child ratio for today would have been 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a signed acknowledgement of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. Staff member K.Fleming, hired June 4, 2024 did not have health questionnaire on file for review. .0701(d) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on June 26, 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: Angela Stevens P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 Office 910-308-2537 Angela.stevens@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 TA: Enhanced Staff/Child Ratios: A violation was cited for staff/child ratios. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2yr-5yr old. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore her staff/child ratio for today would have 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. To ensure a health and safety environment refer to child care rule GS110-91(7); .0713(a-e). We discussed making sure the staff member is aware of the enhanced staff/child ratio requirements based on the age of the youngest child. Ex: youngest child 2 years of age Enhanced ratio 1:9 Reminders: New Hires/Staff Files: Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. I discussed with T. Mason the updated free Health and Safety trainings now in DCDEE Moodle. Health and Safety trainings will be due for staff member S.Alexander. As of September 30, 2020, ProSolutions no longer offer the free 24-hour North Carolina health and safety online training package. Please ensure you have an individual NCID and updated password to enroll in the Health and Safety Trainings at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/. The NC CCDF Health and Safety Training Requirement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Training-Requirements/Health-and-Safety-Training-FAQs Remember the administrator and staff working longer than one year shall participate in annual on-going training requirements. One staff member, S. Alexander will need to complete 10 on-going training hours by July 10, 2024. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. Resources: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit DCDEE Website/Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-308-2537 or angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 08:35 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an annual compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. A TTP visit was completed on December 6, 2023. The eighteen-month compliance history score was 92%, which is above the required 75%, North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Three-Star License issued January 6, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 4 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet an educational option. The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with eleven demerits completed June 11, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 6, 2024 Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Keyanna Fleming, Lead Teacher. Tarsha Mason, Adminstrator, arrived shortly during the visit. K. Fleming, had eleven children in care, the youngest child present was 2 years of age. This violation was corrected during the visit, T. Mason arrived to assist K.Fleming. I observed children participating in free choice activities indoors. During free play, the children were participating in dramatic play, manipulatives, and working on puzzles. Handwashing and toileting routines were observed during today’s visit. Children transition from center play to morning group time activity. The children participated in an art activity, paint and paint brushes were used to free paint before outdoor play. During outdoor play children ran about the space, played with balls, and sand toys. Breakfast served was oatmeal, orange slices, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a emergency information on file for review. .0701(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2 years of age to 5 years of age. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore enhanced staff/child ratio for today would have been 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 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. Staff member K.Fleming hired on June 4, 2024, did not have a signed acknowledgement of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. Staff member K.Fleming, hired June 4, 2024 did not have health questionnaire on file for review. .0701(d) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on June 26, 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: Angela Stevens P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 Office 910-308-2537 Angela.stevens@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 TA: Enhanced Staff/Child Ratios: A violation was cited for staff/child ratios. One staff member was with eleven children, ages 2yr-5yr old. Owner Tarsha Mason, arrived shortly, she stated when she departed there were only 10 children in care. I informed T. Mason that she follows enhanced ratio, so therefore her staff/child ratio for today would have 1:9 being that the youngest child is two years of age. To ensure a health and safety environment refer to child care rule GS110-91(7); .0713(a-e). We discussed making sure the staff member is aware of the enhanced staff/child ratio requirements based on the age of the youngest child. Ex: youngest child 2 years of age Enhanced ratio 1:9 Reminders: New Hires/Staff Files: Prior to employment, it is best practice to ensure the Staff File Checklist is completed. The items required are notated on the form and it also list timeframes for other required documents. This helps to determine if all items are on file and available for review. In addition, make sure that you have the most recent Staff File Checklist for Centers. The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website provides updated forms and resources. A blank copy of the Staff File Checklist can be located by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov, The form can be found by selecting Provider tab then select Provider Documents and Forms. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0701, 10A NCAC 09 .0704, and10A NCAC 09 .2408 for more information regarding this rule requirement. I discussed with T. Mason the updated free Health and Safety trainings now in DCDEE Moodle. Health and Safety trainings will be due for staff member S.Alexander. As of September 30, 2020, ProSolutions no longer offer the free 24-hour North Carolina health and safety online training package. Please ensure you have an individual NCID and updated password to enroll in the Health and Safety Trainings at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/. The NC CCDF Health and Safety Training Requirement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Training-Requirements/Health-and-Safety-Training-FAQs Remember the administrator and staff working longer than one year shall participate in annual on-going training requirements. One staff member, S. Alexander will need to complete 10 on-going training hours by July 10, 2024. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. Resources: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit DCDEE Website/Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-308-2537 or angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0901 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RHONDA BLACKMON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/6/2023 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 12/6/2023 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 01:55 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a third temporary time period visit. A rated license assessment was conducted. The previous visit was completed October 5, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 90% as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued, July 5, 2023 to January 5, 2024. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with zero demerits completed May 18, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 14, 2023. Upon my arrival, I observed Eliana Tavarez, Lead Teacher, in the outdoor learning environment with seven children, ages one to four years old. Sharon Alexander, Lead Teacher, was indoors with four children, ages two to three years old. S. Alexander stated, “While outdoors a child, two years old, requested to go to the bathroom so I took four children, ages two to three years old, indoors to use the bathroom and left the remaining four children, ages three to four year old, with E. Tavarez and three children, ages one to two years old.” S. Alexander returned to the outdoor learning environment at 10:10 a.m. and invited the additional four preschool-age children enrolled in her group to join her and the other four preschool-age children, leaving E. Tavarez to supervise the children enrolled in her group. Staff/child ratios were not maintained in the outdoor learning environment. The facility came into compliance during the visit. Additionally, Tarsha Mason, Administrator, arrived at the facility at 10:40 a.m. While in the outdoor learning environment, preschool-age children played on the non-stationary equipment and kicked, rolled, and threw balls. Children and staff returned indoors at 11:00 a.m. Children and staff washed their hands and transitioned to their assigned classrooms. In Space #1, children built with Legos and blocks, manipulated puzzles and magnetic shapes and letters; and pretended to grocery shop at the market. Soft music played in the background while children participated in free play activities. After free play, children participated in personal care routines. T. Mason cleaned and sanitized the tables prior to lunch being served. In Space #2, children looked at books, played with soft toys and dolls. E. Tavarez interacted with the children and encouraged conversation. Additionally, E. Tavarez assisted the children with personal care routines prior to lunch being served. Lunch served was peanut butter on sliced wheat bread, sliced carrots, Mandarin oranges, and milk. Lunch documented on the menu was a peanut butter sandwich, carrots, grapes, cheddar cheese, and milk. Substitutions were not recorded on the menu prior to the meal being served. In Space #2, children were not served the appropriate serving size (1/4 cup) of vegetable and fruit according to their age. When prompted, additional carrots and Mandarin oranges were served to the children. Substitutions were also documented on the menu after lunch was served. Children and staff files were monitored October 5, 2023. One new staff member has been employed since the visit completed October 5, 2023. The new staff member’s personnel and medical files were monitored during the visit. Required center program records were monitored today. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violations were observed and corrected during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. In the outdoor learning environment, there was one caregiver with seven children, ages one to four years old. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 502 Number and size of servings were not appropriate for ages and developmental levels of children in care. In Space #1, the serving size of the fruit and vegetable was not appropriate for children, ages two to four years of age. The serving size served to the children in care was less than 1/4 cup. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(a) 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu prior to lunch being served. Mandarin oranges was served instead of grapes and cheddar cheese was not served during lunch. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(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. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today were corrected immediately; therefore, no compliance letter is due at this time. Due to the staff/child ratio violation observed today, a follow-up visit will be required. Staff/Child Ratio: A staff-to-child ratio is a measure of the number of children for whom each child care provider is responsible. Because younger children need more direct one-on-one interaction, response, and supervision, staff-to-child ratios are lower for younger children than for older ones. Ratio and group size are two factors that are critical to a child’s health, safety, and development. Ratios and group sizes help ensure that a child gets enough one-on-one attention from an adult who is available to take care of each child’s unique needs. This responsive caregiving is extremely important to a child’s social and emotional development, physical well-being, and overall learning. While outdoors, one caregiver left the play area to accompany four preschool-age children to the bathroom. This left one caregiver outdoors with seven children, ages one to four years old. The administrator and I reviewed the staff/child ratios and maximum group size applicable to children one year of age. We discussed the following rules: 10A NCAC 09 .0713 (5) children under one year of age shall be kept separate from children two years of age and over; (6) children between the ages of 12 months and 24 months shall not be grouped with older children unless all children in the group are less than three years of age. The administrator stated, “Typically, staff/child ratios are maintained for all ages. Children one year of age are not permitted to be with children three years of age and older. The caregiver should have brought all the children assigned to her group back indoors instead of leaving them in the care of another caregiver.” I encourage you, the administrator, to review the staff/child ratio requirements with your staff and establish a system that provides support to staff working in the classroom and outdoors when they need to step away from the children. We discussed the importance of utilizing walkie talkies and/or cell phones as a form of communication between staff. Nutrition: Planning the menu in advance and posting the current menu, to include any substitutions, is essential in providing a variety of foods for proper nutrition. The current menu must be posted one week in advance visible to parents and in the kitchen. According to the Administrator, she is not contracted with the Federal Food Program. We discussed that the serving sizes of the vegetable and fruit in Space #1 did not meet the USDA meal guideline requirements for children in child care. Meals and snacks served to children in a child care center shall comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) which are based on the recommended nutrient intake judged by the National Research Council to be adequate for maintaining good nutrition. During the observation of the lunch served to the children, I noted food substitutions were of comparable food value; however, the substitutions were not recorded on the menu prior to the meal being served. According to the posted menu, lunch consisted of peanut butter, wheat bread, carrots, grapes, cheddar cheese, and milk; however, the children were served Mandarin oranges instead of grapes and cheddar cheese was not served. As a reminder, prior to any meal or snack being served, the posted menu must be reviewed for accuracy of items served and if comparable changes occur, then make sure those changes are noted on the posted menu(s). Rated License Assessment: An application for a star rated license was received on October 5, 2023. T. Mason did not request the ERS as part of the rated license assessment. Education Standards: Points could not be determined for Administrator, Program Coordinator, and Group Leader. The administrator/program coordinator and group leader must set up their WORKS account, check the box for the position applied to be evaluated, and upload a copy of their HS diploma. The group leader must also upload a copy of their BSAC certificate. Lead Teacher: 50% of the Lead Teachers have the NCECC and five years experience. E. Tavarez, Lead Teacher, has six months from the date of hire to enroll in EDU 119 or to successfully complete the test out equivalency option available in Moodle. T. Mason is enrolled in EDU 119, EDU 262, and EDU 153. The last day of classes is December 16, 2023. T. Mason has successfully completed EDU 261 and EDU 131. I requested T. Mason set up her WORKS account today. A job aid was left with T. Mason at the end of the visit. Additionally, once T. Mason completes the classes currently enrolled, an official transcript must be sent to the DCDEE Workforce Unit for evaluation. T. Mason stated Taylor Harrell, Co-Director, has been hired. T. Harrell’s first day of employment is Monday, December 11, 2023. T. Harrell is a Level II Administrator. Once T. Harrell begins working at the facility, submit to me a copy of her work schedule in writing so I can verify she meets the number of hours required to be on-site as the administrator based on the licensed capacity. As a reminder, discussions occurred on August 7, 2023, and October 5, 2023, regarding subsidized child care and eligibility at the end of the temporary time period. In order to continue to participate in the subsidized child care assistance program, the facility must earn at least seven points for a three-star license at the end of the temporary time period. Program Standards: Two (2) points The facility meets requirements in Rule .2806, and Rule .2818(b) (enhanced ratios). The facility has earned two (2) points in program standards. Quality Point: One (1) point The facility meets the following quality point option: The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. At the end of the temporary time period, updated education verified in WORKS will be reviewed and points assigned for education standards. At that time, the rated license packet will be completed and submitted to Raleigh for the issuance of a star rated license. The facility file will be transferred to the child care consultant in the assigned territory once the new license has been issued. At this time, the consultant for this facility will be: Angela Stevens P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 Office 910-308-2537 angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov Please feel free to contact me at 910-709-4168 or Rhonda.blackmon@dhhs.nc.gov 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 .0713 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RHONDA BLACKMON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/6/2023 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 12/6/2023 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 01:55 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a third temporary time period visit. A rated license assessment was conducted. The previous visit was completed October 5, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 90% as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued, July 5, 2023 to January 5, 2024. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with zero demerits completed May 18, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 14, 2023. Upon my arrival, I observed Eliana Tavarez, Lead Teacher, in the outdoor learning environment with seven children, ages one to four years old. Sharon Alexander, Lead Teacher, was indoors with four children, ages two to three years old. S. Alexander stated, “While outdoors a child, two years old, requested to go to the bathroom so I took four children, ages two to three years old, indoors to use the bathroom and left the remaining four children, ages three to four year old, with E. Tavarez and three children, ages one to two years old.” S. Alexander returned to the outdoor learning environment at 10:10 a.m. and invited the additional four preschool-age children enrolled in her group to join her and the other four preschool-age children, leaving E. Tavarez to supervise the children enrolled in her group. Staff/child ratios were not maintained in the outdoor learning environment. The facility came into compliance during the visit. Additionally, Tarsha Mason, Administrator, arrived at the facility at 10:40 a.m. While in the outdoor learning environment, preschool-age children played on the non-stationary equipment and kicked, rolled, and threw balls. Children and staff returned indoors at 11:00 a.m. Children and staff washed their hands and transitioned to their assigned classrooms. In Space #1, children built with Legos and blocks, manipulated puzzles and magnetic shapes and letters; and pretended to grocery shop at the market. Soft music played in the background while children participated in free play activities. After free play, children participated in personal care routines. T. Mason cleaned and sanitized the tables prior to lunch being served. In Space #2, children looked at books, played with soft toys and dolls. E. Tavarez interacted with the children and encouraged conversation. Additionally, E. Tavarez assisted the children with personal care routines prior to lunch being served. Lunch served was peanut butter on sliced wheat bread, sliced carrots, Mandarin oranges, and milk. Lunch documented on the menu was a peanut butter sandwich, carrots, grapes, cheddar cheese, and milk. Substitutions were not recorded on the menu prior to the meal being served. In Space #2, children were not served the appropriate serving size (1/4 cup) of vegetable and fruit according to their age. When prompted, additional carrots and Mandarin oranges were served to the children. Substitutions were also documented on the menu after lunch was served. Children and staff files were monitored October 5, 2023. One new staff member has been employed since the visit completed October 5, 2023. The new staff member’s personnel and medical files were monitored during the visit. Required center program records were monitored today. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violations were observed and corrected during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. In the outdoor learning environment, there was one caregiver with seven children, ages one to four years old. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 502 Number and size of servings were not appropriate for ages and developmental levels of children in care. In Space #1, the serving size of the fruit and vegetable was not appropriate for children, ages two to four years of age. The serving size served to the children in care was less than 1/4 cup. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(a) 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu prior to lunch being served. Mandarin oranges was served instead of grapes and cheddar cheese was not served during lunch. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(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. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today were corrected immediately; therefore, no compliance letter is due at this time. Due to the staff/child ratio violation observed today, a follow-up visit will be required. Staff/Child Ratio: A staff-to-child ratio is a measure of the number of children for whom each child care provider is responsible. Because younger children need more direct one-on-one interaction, response, and supervision, staff-to-child ratios are lower for younger children than for older ones. Ratio and group size are two factors that are critical to a child’s health, safety, and development. Ratios and group sizes help ensure that a child gets enough one-on-one attention from an adult who is available to take care of each child’s unique needs. This responsive caregiving is extremely important to a child’s social and emotional development, physical well-being, and overall learning. While outdoors, one caregiver left the play area to accompany four preschool-age children to the bathroom. This left one caregiver outdoors with seven children, ages one to four years old. The administrator and I reviewed the staff/child ratios and maximum group size applicable to children one year of age. We discussed the following rules: 10A NCAC 09 .0713 (5) children under one year of age shall be kept separate from children two years of age and over; (6) children between the ages of 12 months and 24 months shall not be grouped with older children unless all children in the group are less than three years of age. The administrator stated, “Typically, staff/child ratios are maintained for all ages. Children one year of age are not permitted to be with children three years of age and older. The caregiver should have brought all the children assigned to her group back indoors instead of leaving them in the care of another caregiver.” I encourage you, the administrator, to review the staff/child ratio requirements with your staff and establish a system that provides support to staff working in the classroom and outdoors when they need to step away from the children. We discussed the importance of utilizing walkie talkies and/or cell phones as a form of communication between staff. Nutrition: Planning the menu in advance and posting the current menu, to include any substitutions, is essential in providing a variety of foods for proper nutrition. The current menu must be posted one week in advance visible to parents and in the kitchen. According to the Administrator, she is not contracted with the Federal Food Program. We discussed that the serving sizes of the vegetable and fruit in Space #1 did not meet the USDA meal guideline requirements for children in child care. Meals and snacks served to children in a child care center shall comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) which are based on the recommended nutrient intake judged by the National Research Council to be adequate for maintaining good nutrition. During the observation of the lunch served to the children, I noted food substitutions were of comparable food value; however, the substitutions were not recorded on the menu prior to the meal being served. According to the posted menu, lunch consisted of peanut butter, wheat bread, carrots, grapes, cheddar cheese, and milk; however, the children were served Mandarin oranges instead of grapes and cheddar cheese was not served. As a reminder, prior to any meal or snack being served, the posted menu must be reviewed for accuracy of items served and if comparable changes occur, then make sure those changes are noted on the posted menu(s). Rated License Assessment: An application for a star rated license was received on October 5, 2023. T. Mason did not request the ERS as part of the rated license assessment. Education Standards: Points could not be determined for Administrator, Program Coordinator, and Group Leader. The administrator/program coordinator and group leader must set up their WORKS account, check the box for the position applied to be evaluated, and upload a copy of their HS diploma. The group leader must also upload a copy of their BSAC certificate. Lead Teacher: 50% of the Lead Teachers have the NCECC and five years experience. E. Tavarez, Lead Teacher, has six months from the date of hire to enroll in EDU 119 or to successfully complete the test out equivalency option available in Moodle. T. Mason is enrolled in EDU 119, EDU 262, and EDU 153. The last day of classes is December 16, 2023. T. Mason has successfully completed EDU 261 and EDU 131. I requested T. Mason set up her WORKS account today. A job aid was left with T. Mason at the end of the visit. Additionally, once T. Mason completes the classes currently enrolled, an official transcript must be sent to the DCDEE Workforce Unit for evaluation. T. Mason stated Taylor Harrell, Co-Director, has been hired. T. Harrell’s first day of employment is Monday, December 11, 2023. T. Harrell is a Level II Administrator. Once T. Harrell begins working at the facility, submit to me a copy of her work schedule in writing so I can verify she meets the number of hours required to be on-site as the administrator based on the licensed capacity. As a reminder, discussions occurred on August 7, 2023, and October 5, 2023, regarding subsidized child care and eligibility at the end of the temporary time period. In order to continue to participate in the subsidized child care assistance program, the facility must earn at least seven points for a three-star license at the end of the temporary time period. Program Standards: Two (2) points The facility meets requirements in Rule .2806, and Rule .2818(b) (enhanced ratios). The facility has earned two (2) points in program standards. Quality Point: One (1) point The facility meets the following quality point option: The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. At the end of the temporary time period, updated education verified in WORKS will be reviewed and points assigned for education standards. At that time, the rated license packet will be completed and submitted to Raleigh for the issuance of a star rated license. The facility file will be transferred to the child care consultant in the assigned territory once the new license has been issued. At this time, the consultant for this facility will be: Angela Stevens P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 Office 910-308-2537 angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov Please feel free to contact me at 910-709-4168 or Rhonda.blackmon@dhhs.nc.gov if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RHONDA BLACKMON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/6/2023 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 12/6/2023 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 01:55 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a third temporary time period visit. A rated license assessment was conducted. The previous visit was completed October 5, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 90% as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued, July 5, 2023 to January 5, 2024. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with zero demerits completed May 18, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 14, 2023. Upon my arrival, I observed Eliana Tavarez, Lead Teacher, in the outdoor learning environment with seven children, ages one to four years old. Sharon Alexander, Lead Teacher, was indoors with four children, ages two to three years old. S. Alexander stated, “While outdoors a child, two years old, requested to go to the bathroom so I took four children, ages two to three years old, indoors to use the bathroom and left the remaining four children, ages three to four year old, with E. Tavarez and three children, ages one to two years old.” S. Alexander returned to the outdoor learning environment at 10:10 a.m. and invited the additional four preschool-age children enrolled in her group to join her and the other four preschool-age children, leaving E. Tavarez to supervise the children enrolled in her group. Staff/child ratios were not maintained in the outdoor learning environment. The facility came into compliance during the visit. Additionally, Tarsha Mason, Administrator, arrived at the facility at 10:40 a.m. While in the outdoor learning environment, preschool-age children played on the non-stationary equipment and kicked, rolled, and threw balls. Children and staff returned indoors at 11:00 a.m. Children and staff washed their hands and transitioned to their assigned classrooms. In Space #1, children built with Legos and blocks, manipulated puzzles and magnetic shapes and letters; and pretended to grocery shop at the market. Soft music played in the background while children participated in free play activities. After free play, children participated in personal care routines. T. Mason cleaned and sanitized the tables prior to lunch being served. In Space #2, children looked at books, played with soft toys and dolls. E. Tavarez interacted with the children and encouraged conversation. Additionally, E. Tavarez assisted the children with personal care routines prior to lunch being served. Lunch served was peanut butter on sliced wheat bread, sliced carrots, Mandarin oranges, and milk. Lunch documented on the menu was a peanut butter sandwich, carrots, grapes, cheddar cheese, and milk. Substitutions were not recorded on the menu prior to the meal being served. In Space #2, children were not served the appropriate serving size (1/4 cup) of vegetable and fruit according to their age. When prompted, additional carrots and Mandarin oranges were served to the children. Substitutions were also documented on the menu after lunch was served. Children and staff files were monitored October 5, 2023. One new staff member has been employed since the visit completed October 5, 2023. The new staff member’s personnel and medical files were monitored during the visit. Required center program records were monitored today. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violations were observed and corrected during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. In the outdoor learning environment, there was one caregiver with seven children, ages one to four years old. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 502 Number and size of servings were not appropriate for ages and developmental levels of children in care. In Space #1, the serving size of the fruit and vegetable was not appropriate for children, ages two to four years of age. The serving size served to the children in care was less than 1/4 cup. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(a) 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu prior to lunch being served. Mandarin oranges was served instead of grapes and cheddar cheese was not served during lunch. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(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. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today were corrected immediately; therefore, no compliance letter is due at this time. Due to the staff/child ratio violation observed today, a follow-up visit will be required. Staff/Child Ratio: A staff-to-child ratio is a measure of the number of children for whom each child care provider is responsible. Because younger children need more direct one-on-one interaction, response, and supervision, staff-to-child ratios are lower for younger children than for older ones. Ratio and group size are two factors that are critical to a child’s health, safety, and development. Ratios and group sizes help ensure that a child gets enough one-on-one attention from an adult who is available to take care of each child’s unique needs. This responsive caregiving is extremely important to a child’s social and emotional development, physical well-being, and overall learning. While outdoors, one caregiver left the play area to accompany four preschool-age children to the bathroom. This left one caregiver outdoors with seven children, ages one to four years old. The administrator and I reviewed the staff/child ratios and maximum group size applicable to children one year of age. We discussed the following rules: 10A NCAC 09 .0713 (5) children under one year of age shall be kept separate from children two years of age and over; (6) children between the ages of 12 months and 24 months shall not be grouped with older children unless all children in the group are less than three years of age. The administrator stated, “Typically, staff/child ratios are maintained for all ages. Children one year of age are not permitted to be with children three years of age and older. The caregiver should have brought all the children assigned to her group back indoors instead of leaving them in the care of another caregiver.” I encourage you, the administrator, to review the staff/child ratio requirements with your staff and establish a system that provides support to staff working in the classroom and outdoors when they need to step away from the children. We discussed the importance of utilizing walkie talkies and/or cell phones as a form of communication between staff. Nutrition: Planning the menu in advance and posting the current menu, to include any substitutions, is essential in providing a variety of foods for proper nutrition. The current menu must be posted one week in advance visible to parents and in the kitchen. According to the Administrator, she is not contracted with the Federal Food Program. We discussed that the serving sizes of the vegetable and fruit in Space #1 did not meet the USDA meal guideline requirements for children in child care. Meals and snacks served to children in a child care center shall comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) which are based on the recommended nutrient intake judged by the National Research Council to be adequate for maintaining good nutrition. During the observation of the lunch served to the children, I noted food substitutions were of comparable food value; however, the substitutions were not recorded on the menu prior to the meal being served. According to the posted menu, lunch consisted of peanut butter, wheat bread, carrots, grapes, cheddar cheese, and milk; however, the children were served Mandarin oranges instead of grapes and cheddar cheese was not served. As a reminder, prior to any meal or snack being served, the posted menu must be reviewed for accuracy of items served and if comparable changes occur, then make sure those changes are noted on the posted menu(s). Rated License Assessment: An application for a star rated license was received on October 5, 2023. T. Mason did not request the ERS as part of the rated license assessment. Education Standards: Points could not be determined for Administrator, Program Coordinator, and Group Leader. The administrator/program coordinator and group leader must set up their WORKS account, check the box for the position applied to be evaluated, and upload a copy of their HS diploma. The group leader must also upload a copy of their BSAC certificate. Lead Teacher: 50% of the Lead Teachers have the NCECC and five years experience. E. Tavarez, Lead Teacher, has six months from the date of hire to enroll in EDU 119 or to successfully complete the test out equivalency option available in Moodle. T. Mason is enrolled in EDU 119, EDU 262, and EDU 153. The last day of classes is December 16, 2023. T. Mason has successfully completed EDU 261 and EDU 131. I requested T. Mason set up her WORKS account today. A job aid was left with T. Mason at the end of the visit. Additionally, once T. Mason completes the classes currently enrolled, an official transcript must be sent to the DCDEE Workforce Unit for evaluation. T. Mason stated Taylor Harrell, Co-Director, has been hired. T. Harrell’s first day of employment is Monday, December 11, 2023. T. Harrell is a Level II Administrator. Once T. Harrell begins working at the facility, submit to me a copy of her work schedule in writing so I can verify she meets the number of hours required to be on-site as the administrator based on the licensed capacity. As a reminder, discussions occurred on August 7, 2023, and October 5, 2023, regarding subsidized child care and eligibility at the end of the temporary time period. In order to continue to participate in the subsidized child care assistance program, the facility must earn at least seven points for a three-star license at the end of the temporary time period. Program Standards: Two (2) points The facility meets requirements in Rule .2806, and Rule .2818(b) (enhanced ratios). The facility has earned two (2) points in program standards. Quality Point: One (1) point The facility meets the following quality point option: The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. At the end of the temporary time period, updated education verified in WORKS will be reviewed and points assigned for education standards. At that time, the rated license packet will be completed and submitted to Raleigh for the issuance of a star rated license. The facility file will be transferred to the child care consultant in the assigned territory once the new license has been issued. At this time, the consultant for this facility will be: Angela Stevens P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 Office 910-308-2537 angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov Please feel free to contact me at 910-709-4168 or Rhonda.blackmon@dhhs.nc.gov 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: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RHONDA BLACKMON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/6/2023 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 12/6/2023 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 01:55 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a third temporary time period visit. A rated license assessment was conducted. The previous visit was completed October 5, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 90% as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued, July 5, 2023 to January 5, 2024. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with zero demerits completed May 18, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for daytime and night care, completed March 14, 2023. Upon my arrival, I observed Eliana Tavarez, Lead Teacher, in the outdoor learning environment with seven children, ages one to four years old. Sharon Alexander, Lead Teacher, was indoors with four children, ages two to three years old. S. Alexander stated, “While outdoors a child, two years old, requested to go to the bathroom so I took four children, ages two to three years old, indoors to use the bathroom and left the remaining four children, ages three to four year old, with E. Tavarez and three children, ages one to two years old.” S. Alexander returned to the outdoor learning environment at 10:10 a.m. and invited the additional four preschool-age children enrolled in her group to join her and the other four preschool-age children, leaving E. Tavarez to supervise the children enrolled in her group. Staff/child ratios were not maintained in the outdoor learning environment. The facility came into compliance during the visit. Additionally, Tarsha Mason, Administrator, arrived at the facility at 10:40 a.m. While in the outdoor learning environment, preschool-age children played on the non-stationary equipment and kicked, rolled, and threw balls. Children and staff returned indoors at 11:00 a.m. Children and staff washed their hands and transitioned to their assigned classrooms. In Space #1, children built with Legos and blocks, manipulated puzzles and magnetic shapes and letters; and pretended to grocery shop at the market. Soft music played in the background while children participated in free play activities. After free play, children participated in personal care routines. T. Mason cleaned and sanitized the tables prior to lunch being served. In Space #2, children looked at books, played with soft toys and dolls. E. Tavarez interacted with the children and encouraged conversation. Additionally, E. Tavarez assisted the children with personal care routines prior to lunch being served. Lunch served was peanut butter on sliced wheat bread, sliced carrots, Mandarin oranges, and milk. Lunch documented on the menu was a peanut butter sandwich, carrots, grapes, cheddar cheese, and milk. Substitutions were not recorded on the menu prior to the meal being served. In Space #2, children were not served the appropriate serving size (1/4 cup) of vegetable and fruit according to their age. When prompted, additional carrots and Mandarin oranges were served to the children. Substitutions were also documented on the menu after lunch was served. Children and staff files were monitored October 5, 2023. One new staff member has been employed since the visit completed October 5, 2023. The new staff member’s personnel and medical files were monitored during the visit. Required center program records were monitored today. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violations were observed and corrected during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. In the outdoor learning environment, there was one caregiver with seven children, ages one to four years old. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 502 Number and size of servings were not appropriate for ages and developmental levels of children in care. In Space #1, the serving size of the fruit and vegetable was not appropriate for children, ages two to four years of age. The serving size served to the children in care was less than 1/4 cup. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(a) 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The food substitution was not recorded on the menu prior to lunch being served. Mandarin oranges was served instead of grapes and cheddar cheese was not served during lunch. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(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. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today were corrected immediately; therefore, no compliance letter is due at this time. Due to the staff/child ratio violation observed today, a follow-up visit will be required. Staff/Child Ratio: A staff-to-child ratio is a measure of the number of children for whom each child care provider is responsible. Because younger children need more direct one-on-one interaction, response, and supervision, staff-to-child ratios are lower for younger children than for older ones. Ratio and group size are two factors that are critical to a child’s health, safety, and development. Ratios and group sizes help ensure that a child gets enough one-on-one attention from an adult who is available to take care of each child’s unique needs. This responsive caregiving is extremely important to a child’s social and emotional development, physical well-being, and overall learning. While outdoors, one caregiver left the play area to accompany four preschool-age children to the bathroom. This left one caregiver outdoors with seven children, ages one to four years old. The administrator and I reviewed the staff/child ratios and maximum group size applicable to children one year of age. We discussed the following rules: 10A NCAC 09 .0713 (5) children under one year of age shall be kept separate from children two years of age and over; (6) children between the ages of 12 months and 24 months shall not be grouped with older children unless all children in the group are less than three years of age. The administrator stated, “Typically, staff/child ratios are maintained for all ages. Children one year of age are not permitted to be with children three years of age and older. The caregiver should have brought all the children assigned to her group back indoors instead of leaving them in the care of another caregiver.” I encourage you, the administrator, to review the staff/child ratio requirements with your staff and establish a system that provides support to staff working in the classroom and outdoors when they need to step away from the children. We discussed the importance of utilizing walkie talkies and/or cell phones as a form of communication between staff. Nutrition: Planning the menu in advance and posting the current menu, to include any substitutions, is essential in providing a variety of foods for proper nutrition. The current menu must be posted one week in advance visible to parents and in the kitchen. According to the Administrator, she is not contracted with the Federal Food Program. We discussed that the serving sizes of the vegetable and fruit in Space #1 did not meet the USDA meal guideline requirements for children in child care. Meals and snacks served to children in a child care center shall comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) which are based on the recommended nutrient intake judged by the National Research Council to be adequate for maintaining good nutrition. During the observation of the lunch served to the children, I noted food substitutions were of comparable food value; however, the substitutions were not recorded on the menu prior to the meal being served. According to the posted menu, lunch consisted of peanut butter, wheat bread, carrots, grapes, cheddar cheese, and milk; however, the children were served Mandarin oranges instead of grapes and cheddar cheese was not served. As a reminder, prior to any meal or snack being served, the posted menu must be reviewed for accuracy of items served and if comparable changes occur, then make sure those changes are noted on the posted menu(s). Rated License Assessment: An application for a star rated license was received on October 5, 2023. T. Mason did not request the ERS as part of the rated license assessment. Education Standards: Points could not be determined for Administrator, Program Coordinator, and Group Leader. The administrator/program coordinator and group leader must set up their WORKS account, check the box for the position applied to be evaluated, and upload a copy of their HS diploma. The group leader must also upload a copy of their BSAC certificate. Lead Teacher: 50% of the Lead Teachers have the NCECC and five years experience. E. Tavarez, Lead Teacher, has six months from the date of hire to enroll in EDU 119 or to successfully complete the test out equivalency option available in Moodle. T. Mason is enrolled in EDU 119, EDU 262, and EDU 153. The last day of classes is December 16, 2023. T. Mason has successfully completed EDU 261 and EDU 131. I requested T. Mason set up her WORKS account today. A job aid was left with T. Mason at the end of the visit. Additionally, once T. Mason completes the classes currently enrolled, an official transcript must be sent to the DCDEE Workforce Unit for evaluation. T. Mason stated Taylor Harrell, Co-Director, has been hired. T. Harrell’s first day of employment is Monday, December 11, 2023. T. Harrell is a Level II Administrator. Once T. Harrell begins working at the facility, submit to me a copy of her work schedule in writing so I can verify she meets the number of hours required to be on-site as the administrator based on the licensed capacity. As a reminder, discussions occurred on August 7, 2023, and October 5, 2023, regarding subsidized child care and eligibility at the end of the temporary time period. In order to continue to participate in the subsidized child care assistance program, the facility must earn at least seven points for a three-star license at the end of the temporary time period. Program Standards: Two (2) points The facility meets requirements in Rule .2806, and Rule .2818(b) (enhanced ratios). The facility has earned two (2) points in program standards. Quality Point: One (1) point The facility meets the following quality point option: The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. At the end of the temporary time period, updated education verified in WORKS will be reviewed and points assigned for education standards. At that time, the rated license packet will be completed and submitted to Raleigh for the issuance of a star rated license. The facility file will be transferred to the child care consultant in the assigned territory once the new license has been issued. At this time, the consultant for this facility will be: Angela Stevens P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 Office 910-308-2537 angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov Please feel free to contact me at 910-709-4168 or Rhonda.blackmon@dhhs.nc.gov 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 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RHONDA BLACKMON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/5/2023 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 10/5/2023 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a second temporary time period visit. A full assessment using the Compliance Item Number Listing was completed. The previous visit was completed August 7, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 80% as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued July 5, 2023 to January 5, 2024. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with thirteen demerits completed May 18, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for day time and night care completed March 14, 2023. T. Mason, Administrator/Lead Teacher, was present and assisted me throughout the visit. I requested to conduct an unaccompanied walk-through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Permission was granted. Two children, one-year-old, were present in Space #2. The children participated in free play activities. They stacked blocks, looked at books, manipulated puzzle pieces, and played with dolls. After free play, the children participated in personal care routines and transitioned outdoors. Additionally, in Space #2 eight children, two to four-years-old, participated in free play and a small group activity. Children traced alphabet letters in the sand, pushed cars and trucks on the carpeted floor, and built with wooden unit blocks. A teacher-directed science experiment was conducted with food coloring, paper towels, and water. T. Mason asked open-ended questions and gave the children an opportunity to talk about cause and effect. Afterwards, children and staff cleaned up, participated in toileting and personal care routines, and transitioned outdoors. In the outdoor learning environment, children played with push and riding toys, balls, and climbed on the non-stationary Little Tykes slide and tree house. Children also chased one another as they ran around inside the fenced-in play area. Upon their return indoors, children and staff washed their hands and transitioned to the tables. The children played with table top toys and manipulatives and colored with markers while waiting for lunch to be served. Erica Jordan, Volunteer Cook, arrived at the facility at 11:25 a.m. Lunch served was spaghetti noodles with meatballs and pasta sauce, mixed vegetables, apple slices, wheat bread, and milk. After lunch, the children washed their hands, brushed their teeth, and transitioned to their cots for rest time. During rest time, T. Mason read the story entitled, “The Silly Sheep Dog.” Staff and children files were monitored today. Additionally, program records were monitored. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 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 volunteer, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information. .0701(a) 1888 On or before the first day of work, the operator did not verify the age of the volunteer and/or substitute provider and/or documentation of date of birth was not maintained in the individual's personnel file. On or before the first day of work, documentation of date of birth for the volunteer, identified on the staff and training worksheet, was not maintained in the volunteer's personnel file. .0703(b) 1958 Substitute providers and volunteers did not have a health questionnaire on or before the first day of work and annually thereafter. The volunteer, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not have a health questionnaire on or before the first day of work. 10A NCAC 09 .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. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on October 19, 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: Rhonda Blackmon Lead Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 279 Linden, NC 28356 Rhonda.blackmon@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 Technical Assistance/Consultation/Reminders Specific to Today’s Visit: Nutrition - Parents/guardians need to be informed about food served in the facility to know how to complement it with the food they serve at home. The menu should be dated and posted for easy view by parents. The monthly menu was posted in the kitchen and on the parent board in the hallway outside of Space #1 and Space #2, accessible to parents. The program uses a monthly rotation system for planned menus. Instead of dating the menus Week 1 through Week 5, it is recommended you use the actual dates (i.e., Week 1 – October 2-6, 2023; Week 2 – October 9-13, 2023). If additional information is needed for clarification, please contact your CACFP Sponsor. Volunteer File: "Volunteer" means a person who works in a child care facility and is not counted in staff/child ratio, does not have unsupervised contact with children, and is not monetarily compensated by the facility. During today’s visit, Erica Jordan, Volunteer Cook, arrived at the facility at 11:25a.m. to prepare lunch. You stated that E. Jordan volunteers in the facility whenever needed to help prepare meals and snacks. I verified in ABCMS that E. Jordan has a valid DHHS-DCDEE Qualification Letter from the Criminal Background Check Unit dated July 28, 2023; however, a file was not available for review. I reviewed child care requirement 09.0701 – Health Standards for Volunteers with T. Mason. Additionally, a copy of the Volunteer Checklist for Centers was printed from the DCDEE website and left with T. Mason. T. Mason stated, “E. Jordan volunteered in the facility on September 21, 2023, and today. Typically, E. Jordan does not volunteer more than once a week and/or month.” I stated to T. Mason, you must ensure that the required information is maintained on file for all volunteers that volunteer more than once per week at the facility. Rated License Assessment: Discussions occurred regarding the two-component star rated license process on August 7, 2023. T. Mason and I discussed strategies on how to achieve a 3 -5 Star License. An application for a star rated license was received today. T. Mason did not request the ERS as part of the rated license assessment. Program Standards: The facility meets minimum requirements and enhanced ratios. Education Standards: The staff information sheet for rated license was completed and submitted at the end of today’s visit. As a reminder, all staff education should be current before the fifth month (December 5, 2023) of the temporary time period as a rated license will need to be processed before the end date of the temporary license. Quality Point: T. mason and I reviewed and discussed eligibility requirements for the quality point option. The total points for the Child Care Star Rated License will be determined at the end of the six (6) months Temporary Time Period. As a reminder, to earn a three-star license and receive subsidy funds, the facility must earn at least a total of seven (7) points. Indicator Month: Discussions occurred regarding the indictor month for annual compliance monitoring visits at a licensed child care facility. I informed T. Mason when a facility becomes licensed, it is assigned an “annual compliance” month. The annual compliance month is the month in which the facility’s Temporary License was issued (July). I stated the annual compliance month does not change if the facility is issued a 2 – 5 Star License, a Provisional License, or a Probationary License. Child care consultants use the annual compliance month to determine when to schedule each facility’s annual compliance visit. Additionally, representatives of the DCDEE may visit your program at any time and must complete at least one full monitoring visit at least annually. To best support you and the children in care, our goal is to visit programs more frequently. On-going Training: The staff and training worksheet was updated during today’s visit. It is your responsibility to keep the staff and training worksheets current for the consultant to review during annual compliance visits. Reminder: After the first year of employment, the child care administrator and any staff who work with children, shall participate in on-going training activities annually. Refer to child care requirement 09.1103 for the number of required training hours based on education and experience. The Challenging Behaviors Hotline has opened. 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. Visit our website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for updated information regarding the child care law and rules, forms, and other pertinent information. If you have questions, please contact me at: (910) 709-4168 or Rhonda.blackmon@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RHONDA BLACKMON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/5/2023 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 10/5/2023 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a second temporary time period visit. A full assessment using the Compliance Item Number Listing was completed. The previous visit was completed August 7, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 80% as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued July 5, 2023 to January 5, 2024. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason, and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with thirteen demerits completed May 18, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory, approved for day time and night care completed March 14, 2023. T. Mason, Administrator/Lead Teacher, was present and assisted me throughout the visit. I requested to conduct an unaccompanied walk-through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Permission was granted. Two children, one-year-old, were present in Space #2. The children participated in free play activities. They stacked blocks, looked at books, manipulated puzzle pieces, and played with dolls. After free play, the children participated in personal care routines and transitioned outdoors. Additionally, in Space #2 eight children, two to four-years-old, participated in free play and a small group activity. Children traced alphabet letters in the sand, pushed cars and trucks on the carpeted floor, and built with wooden unit blocks. A teacher-directed science experiment was conducted with food coloring, paper towels, and water. T. Mason asked open-ended questions and gave the children an opportunity to talk about cause and effect. Afterwards, children and staff cleaned up, participated in toileting and personal care routines, and transitioned outdoors. In the outdoor learning environment, children played with push and riding toys, balls, and climbed on the non-stationary Little Tykes slide and tree house. Children also chased one another as they ran around inside the fenced-in play area. Upon their return indoors, children and staff washed their hands and transitioned to the tables. The children played with table top toys and manipulatives and colored with markers while waiting for lunch to be served. Erica Jordan, Volunteer Cook, arrived at the facility at 11:25 a.m. Lunch served was spaghetti noodles with meatballs and pasta sauce, mixed vegetables, apple slices, wheat bread, and milk. After lunch, the children washed their hands, brushed their teeth, and transitioned to their cots for rest time. During rest time, T. Mason read the story entitled, “The Silly Sheep Dog.” Staff and children files were monitored today. Additionally, program records were monitored. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 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 volunteer, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information. .0701(a) 1888 On or before the first day of work, the operator did not verify the age of the volunteer and/or substitute provider and/or documentation of date of birth was not maintained in the individual's personnel file. On or before the first day of work, documentation of date of birth for the volunteer, identified on the staff and training worksheet, was not maintained in the volunteer's personnel file. .0703(b) 1958 Substitute providers and volunteers did not have a health questionnaire on or before the first day of work and annually thereafter. The volunteer, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not have a health questionnaire on or before the first day of work. 10A NCAC 09 .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. The violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on October 19, 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: Rhonda Blackmon Lead Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 279 Linden, NC 28356 Rhonda.blackmon@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 Technical Assistance/Consultation/Reminders Specific to Today’s Visit: Nutrition - Parents/guardians need to be informed about food served in the facility to know how to complement it with the food they serve at home. The menu should be dated and posted for easy view by parents. The monthly menu was posted in the kitchen and on the parent board in the hallway outside of Space #1 and Space #2, accessible to parents. The program uses a monthly rotation system for planned menus. Instead of dating the menus Week 1 through Week 5, it is recommended you use the actual dates (i.e., Week 1 – October 2-6, 2023; Week 2 – October 9-13, 2023). If additional information is needed for clarification, please contact your CACFP Sponsor. Volunteer File: "Volunteer" means a person who works in a child care facility and is not counted in staff/child ratio, does not have unsupervised contact with children, and is not monetarily compensated by the facility. During today’s visit, Erica Jordan, Volunteer Cook, arrived at the facility at 11:25a.m. to prepare lunch. You stated that E. Jordan volunteers in the facility whenever needed to help prepare meals and snacks. I verified in ABCMS that E. Jordan has a valid DHHS-DCDEE Qualification Letter from the Criminal Background Check Unit dated July 28, 2023; however, a file was not available for review. I reviewed child care requirement 09.0701 – Health Standards for Volunteers with T. Mason. Additionally, a copy of the Volunteer Checklist for Centers was printed from the DCDEE website and left with T. Mason. T. Mason stated, “E. Jordan volunteered in the facility on September 21, 2023, and today. Typically, E. Jordan does not volunteer more than once a week and/or month.” I stated to T. Mason, you must ensure that the required information is maintained on file for all volunteers that volunteer more than once per week at the facility. Rated License Assessment: Discussions occurred regarding the two-component star rated license process on August 7, 2023. T. Mason and I discussed strategies on how to achieve a 3 -5 Star License. An application for a star rated license was received today. T. Mason did not request the ERS as part of the rated license assessment. Program Standards: The facility meets minimum requirements and enhanced ratios. Education Standards: The staff information sheet for rated license was completed and submitted at the end of today’s visit. As a reminder, all staff education should be current before the fifth month (December 5, 2023) of the temporary time period as a rated license will need to be processed before the end date of the temporary license. Quality Point: T. mason and I reviewed and discussed eligibility requirements for the quality point option. The total points for the Child Care Star Rated License will be determined at the end of the six (6) months Temporary Time Period. As a reminder, to earn a three-star license and receive subsidy funds, the facility must earn at least a total of seven (7) points. Indicator Month: Discussions occurred regarding the indictor month for annual compliance monitoring visits at a licensed child care facility. I informed T. Mason when a facility becomes licensed, it is assigned an “annual compliance” month. The annual compliance month is the month in which the facility’s Temporary License was issued (July). I stated the annual compliance month does not change if the facility is issued a 2 – 5 Star License, a Provisional License, or a Probationary License. Child care consultants use the annual compliance month to determine when to schedule each facility’s annual compliance visit. Additionally, representatives of the DCDEE may visit your program at any time and must complete at least one full monitoring visit at least annually. To best support you and the children in care, our goal is to visit programs more frequently. On-going Training: The staff and training worksheet was updated during today’s visit. It is your responsibility to keep the staff and training worksheets current for the consultant to review during annual compliance visits. Reminder: After the first year of employment, the child care administrator and any staff who work with children, shall participate in on-going training activities annually. Refer to child care requirement 09.1103 for the number of required training hours based on education and experience. The Challenging Behaviors Hotline has opened. 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. Visit our website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for updated information regarding the child care law and rules, forms, and other pertinent information. If you have questions, please contact me at: (910) 709-4168 or Rhonda.blackmon@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RHONDA BLACKMON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/7/2023 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 8/7/2023 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 245 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a first temporary time period visit. The previous visit was completed June 19, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 100% as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued July 5, 2023 to January 5, 2024. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with ten demerits completed May 18, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory approved for daytime and night care completed March 14, 2023. T. Mason, Administrator/Teacher, was present and counted in staff/child ratio in Space #1. I requested to conduct an unaccompanied walk-through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Permission was granted. Preschool-age children in Space #1 participated in free play activities and a large group activity. During free play, the children looked at books, manipulated puzzle pieces, and colored with crayons and markers. In the large group activity, children listened to the story, “Say the Sound” and danced to the song, “Tell Me, Tell Me, What Do You See?” In Space #2, a three-month-old infant slept in his assigned crib. Soft music played in the background. After rest time, the infant was held for bottle feeding. A diapering routine was observed. At 10:00 a.m. staff files and three children’s files were monitored. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. While reviewing the staff files, I was unable to verify that S. Alexander has current ITS-SIDS training. S. Alexander stated her ITS-SIDS certification was expired. I stated to T. Mason that at least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training shall be present in the infant room, while children are in care. T. Mason asked S. Alexander to switch classrooms with her since T. Mason’s ITS-SIDS certification is current/valid and on file. Children and staff assigned to Space #1 and Space #2 transitioned outdoors. Preschool-age children played football, slid on the Little Tykes slides, and pushed and rode toys. The infant engaged in tummy time on a blanket placed over the grass. T. Mason engaged the child in conversation and materials were accessible to the non-mobile infant. Staff and children returned indoors at 11:45 a.m., participated in personal care routines, and transitioned to the tables for meal time. Lunch served was beef ravioli, saltine crackers, green beans, applesauce, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 419 Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule in Space #2 were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. The planned activities were for children ages, two to five-years-old. GS 110-91(12) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in Space #1 and Space #2 for reference. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 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. 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 in Space #1 and Space #2. When prompted, the child care provider in Space #1 removed the plastic wrapping from the puzzle pieces and the bags of small water beads from the art area in Space #1. The water beads were made inaccessible to children under three years of age. In Space #2, when prompted, the child care provider removed the plastic wrapping from the diapers stored in the bottom drawer of the shelving unit. .0604(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The EMC plan was not reviewed with the staff member, identified on the staff and training worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. A child care provider, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work. .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. The employee, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, 6 clock hours of training in required topic areas. .1101(a)(b) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day, identified on the children's records worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1207 Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center. Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance, identified on the children's records worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0515(a) 1233 Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. One employee's personnel file, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(g) 1831 At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care. The child care provider in Space #2, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not complete ITS-SIDS training prior to working alone with children, under 12 months of age. When prompted, the lead teacher, assigned to Space #1 switched places with the child care provider assigned to Space #2. .01102 (f) 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 may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on August 21, 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: Rhonda Blackmon Lead Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 279 Linden, NC 28356 Rhonda.blackmon@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 The compliance history is based on violations that are cited during visits to your facility. If you have an acceptable compliance history at the end of your temporary license you will be eligible to apply for a star rated license. Failure to maintain an acceptable compliance history may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the license. Technical Assistance Specific to Today’s Visit: Activity Plans and Schedules: Complete weekly activity plans (dated) that include developmentally appropriate activities for enrolled children. T. Mason and I discussed the importance of accurate dates on the activity plans and ensuring an activity plan is available for reference for each group of children. When staff utilize an activity plan for a 2-week period, the date should reflect the two-week timeframe. Activity plans for all children must meet the following minimum licensing requirements: *Include activities daily to stimulate the following 5 developmental domains, as listed in your NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development book: (social &emotional development, health & physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development / communication, and cognitive development). *Include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors or outdoors. *Reflect at least 4 activities daily (one of which is gross motor), one of which is offered outdoors, weather permitting. The remaining 3 activities should occur in the following areas (art/creative play, children’s books, blocks and block building, manipulatives and family living / dramatic play). *Include both free choice and adult-directed activities, that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, in a small group or independently. *In addition, activity plans must include each of these 3 enrichment activities on at least a weekly basis: sand or water play; science and nature; and music and rhythm. *A sample lesson plan form containing all required components for each age group was provided and left with T. Mason. *Materials and equipment must be available both inside and outside to support the activities on the activity plan and the daily schedule. Children and Staff Files: Record keeping is one of the most time-consuming tasks associated with administering a child care program. It is an important part of licensure. Review staff and children's files often to ensure the program is maintaining accurate licensing records. Organization and completeness of records is important to ensure easy access to information in emergency situations. We discussed the importance of reviewing all staff and children’s files to ensure accuracy with completion of all required areas of the forms. The administrator should not sign off on the document until all areas of the form have been addressed. Additionally, continue to utilize the resource from the DCDEE website for children and staff files to ensure information is on file within the required timeframe. Plastic Bags: Plastic bags are a suffocation hazard for young children and should be made inaccessible to children less than three years of age. New materials in Space #1 and Space #2 were enclosed with a plastic wrapping, accessible to children less than three years of age. Plastic bags and items wrapped in plastic shall be inaccessible to children less than three years of age, which is five feet or higher from the finished floor. Rated License Assessment: Discussions occurred regarding the two-component rated license process. I informed you that the enhanced standards are based on two components: education and program standards. The requirements to complete for each point level in both education and the program standards were reviewed. An application for a star rated license and a request for the environment rating scales were left with you today. T. Mason and I discussed strategies on how to achieve a 3 -5 Star License. A packet of forms, brochures, and technical assistance handouts were reviewed with you and provided to you. The forms identified staff education requirements, program requirements, and options to achieve a Quality Point. NC Rated License Assessment Project (NC-RLAP): The NC-RLAP website has a wealth of information on the Environment Rating Scales and overall quality issues for child care. You can download NC Additional Notes for each of the scales and find additional information that will help you with your assessment. Training videos are available on the following topics: Overview of the Assessment Process, Using Materials with Non-Mobile Infants, A Safe Place for Gross Motor Play, Hand washing and Other Basic Health Considerations, and Language for Learning. NC-RLAP also offers free webinars to provide training and information about the Environment Rating Scales. Access to the webinars requires a computer with a high-speed internet connection and a phone. The webinars are typically offered between 1:00 - 1:45 PM, a typical napping time in most child care programs. To register for a session, call 1-866-3NCRLAP (1-866-362-7527). Registration will close the day before the webinar, so please do not wait until the morning of the webinar to register. There must be at least seven participants signed up for the session, or it may be cancelled. To access resources or information on webinars, go to www.ncrlap.org. WORKS is a self-service applicant portal that will be used by an individual applicant to register and maintain their workforce information to support education requirements. The WORKS portal is available online and requires the user maintain an individual North Carolina Identity Management (NCID) username and password. All paperwork, except for official transcripts, will no longer be submitted to the Workforce Education Unit. These documents will be uploaded using WORKS via each applicant’s WORKS account. All staff education should be current before the fifth month (December) of the temporary time period as a rated license will need to be processed before the end date of the temporary license. For more information about NCID and WORKS, visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov to view more information under the DCDEE WORKS tab http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/general/mb_dcdeeworks.asp. You can also contact the Workforce Education Unit at 1-800-859-0829 (In State Only) or 919-527-6600 for more information concerning WORKS. The total points for the Child Care Star Rated License will be determined at the end of the six (6) months Temporary Time Period. As a reminder, to earn a three-star license and receive subsidy funds, the facility must earn at least a total of seven (7) points. The Partnership for Children of Cumberland County offers on-site technical assistance to child care programs. Types of technical assistance provided include observation and assessment and support and mentoring visits. For more information, contact Tamiko Colvin, CCR&R Program Coordinator at (910) 867-9700 or visit www.ccpfc.org. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR): T. Mason completed the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training on December 9, 2021. T. Mason has four (4) months from the date of licensure (November 5, 2023) to go online and complete the EPR Plan. Fire drills will continue to be completed monthly, but the administrator will also begin completing lock down drills or shelter in place drills. T. Mason shall review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changes to ensure all information is current. All staff shall review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with T. Mason. Documentation of the review shall be maintained on file. On-going Training: The staff and training worksheet was updated during today’s visit. It is your responsibility to keep the staff and training worksheet(s) current for the consultant to review during annual compliance visits. Reminder: After the first year of employment, the child care administrator and any staff who work with children, shall participate in on-going training activities annually. Refer to child care requirement 09.1103 for the number of required training hours based on education and experience. If you have questions, please contact me at: (910) 709-4168 or Rhonda.blackmon@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0515 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RHONDA BLACKMON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/7/2023 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 8/7/2023 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 245 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a first temporary time period visit. The previous visit was completed June 19, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 100% as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued July 5, 2023 to January 5, 2024. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with ten demerits completed May 18, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory approved for daytime and night care completed March 14, 2023. T. Mason, Administrator/Teacher, was present and counted in staff/child ratio in Space #1. I requested to conduct an unaccompanied walk-through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Permission was granted. Preschool-age children in Space #1 participated in free play activities and a large group activity. During free play, the children looked at books, manipulated puzzle pieces, and colored with crayons and markers. In the large group activity, children listened to the story, “Say the Sound” and danced to the song, “Tell Me, Tell Me, What Do You See?” In Space #2, a three-month-old infant slept in his assigned crib. Soft music played in the background. After rest time, the infant was held for bottle feeding. A diapering routine was observed. At 10:00 a.m. staff files and three children’s files were monitored. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. While reviewing the staff files, I was unable to verify that S. Alexander has current ITS-SIDS training. S. Alexander stated her ITS-SIDS certification was expired. I stated to T. Mason that at least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training shall be present in the infant room, while children are in care. T. Mason asked S. Alexander to switch classrooms with her since T. Mason’s ITS-SIDS certification is current/valid and on file. Children and staff assigned to Space #1 and Space #2 transitioned outdoors. Preschool-age children played football, slid on the Little Tykes slides, and pushed and rode toys. The infant engaged in tummy time on a blanket placed over the grass. T. Mason engaged the child in conversation and materials were accessible to the non-mobile infant. Staff and children returned indoors at 11:45 a.m., participated in personal care routines, and transitioned to the tables for meal time. Lunch served was beef ravioli, saltine crackers, green beans, applesauce, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 419 Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule in Space #2 were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. The planned activities were for children ages, two to five-years-old. GS 110-91(12) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in Space #1 and Space #2 for reference. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 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. 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 in Space #1 and Space #2. When prompted, the child care provider in Space #1 removed the plastic wrapping from the puzzle pieces and the bags of small water beads from the art area in Space #1. The water beads were made inaccessible to children under three years of age. In Space #2, when prompted, the child care provider removed the plastic wrapping from the diapers stored in the bottom drawer of the shelving unit. .0604(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The EMC plan was not reviewed with the staff member, identified on the staff and training worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. A child care provider, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work. .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. The employee, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, 6 clock hours of training in required topic areas. .1101(a)(b) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day, identified on the children's records worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1207 Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center. Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance, identified on the children's records worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0515(a) 1233 Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. One employee's personnel file, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(g) 1831 At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care. The child care provider in Space #2, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not complete ITS-SIDS training prior to working alone with children, under 12 months of age. When prompted, the lead teacher, assigned to Space #1 switched places with the child care provider assigned to Space #2. .01102 (f) 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 may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on August 21, 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: Rhonda Blackmon Lead Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 279 Linden, NC 28356 Rhonda.blackmon@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 The compliance history is based on violations that are cited during visits to your facility. If you have an acceptable compliance history at the end of your temporary license you will be eligible to apply for a star rated license. Failure to maintain an acceptable compliance history may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the license. Technical Assistance Specific to Today’s Visit: Activity Plans and Schedules: Complete weekly activity plans (dated) that include developmentally appropriate activities for enrolled children. T. Mason and I discussed the importance of accurate dates on the activity plans and ensuring an activity plan is available for reference for each group of children. When staff utilize an activity plan for a 2-week period, the date should reflect the two-week timeframe. Activity plans for all children must meet the following minimum licensing requirements: *Include activities daily to stimulate the following 5 developmental domains, as listed in your NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development book: (social &emotional development, health & physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development / communication, and cognitive development). *Include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors or outdoors. *Reflect at least 4 activities daily (one of which is gross motor), one of which is offered outdoors, weather permitting. The remaining 3 activities should occur in the following areas (art/creative play, children’s books, blocks and block building, manipulatives and family living / dramatic play). *Include both free choice and adult-directed activities, that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, in a small group or independently. *In addition, activity plans must include each of these 3 enrichment activities on at least a weekly basis: sand or water play; science and nature; and music and rhythm. *A sample lesson plan form containing all required components for each age group was provided and left with T. Mason. *Materials and equipment must be available both inside and outside to support the activities on the activity plan and the daily schedule. Children and Staff Files: Record keeping is one of the most time-consuming tasks associated with administering a child care program. It is an important part of licensure. Review staff and children's files often to ensure the program is maintaining accurate licensing records. Organization and completeness of records is important to ensure easy access to information in emergency situations. We discussed the importance of reviewing all staff and children’s files to ensure accuracy with completion of all required areas of the forms. The administrator should not sign off on the document until all areas of the form have been addressed. Additionally, continue to utilize the resource from the DCDEE website for children and staff files to ensure information is on file within the required timeframe. Plastic Bags: Plastic bags are a suffocation hazard for young children and should be made inaccessible to children less than three years of age. New materials in Space #1 and Space #2 were enclosed with a plastic wrapping, accessible to children less than three years of age. Plastic bags and items wrapped in plastic shall be inaccessible to children less than three years of age, which is five feet or higher from the finished floor. Rated License Assessment: Discussions occurred regarding the two-component rated license process. I informed you that the enhanced standards are based on two components: education and program standards. The requirements to complete for each point level in both education and the program standards were reviewed. An application for a star rated license and a request for the environment rating scales were left with you today. T. Mason and I discussed strategies on how to achieve a 3 -5 Star License. A packet of forms, brochures, and technical assistance handouts were reviewed with you and provided to you. The forms identified staff education requirements, program requirements, and options to achieve a Quality Point. NC Rated License Assessment Project (NC-RLAP): The NC-RLAP website has a wealth of information on the Environment Rating Scales and overall quality issues for child care. You can download NC Additional Notes for each of the scales and find additional information that will help you with your assessment. Training videos are available on the following topics: Overview of the Assessment Process, Using Materials with Non-Mobile Infants, A Safe Place for Gross Motor Play, Hand washing and Other Basic Health Considerations, and Language for Learning. NC-RLAP also offers free webinars to provide training and information about the Environment Rating Scales. Access to the webinars requires a computer with a high-speed internet connection and a phone. The webinars are typically offered between 1:00 - 1:45 PM, a typical napping time in most child care programs. To register for a session, call 1-866-3NCRLAP (1-866-362-7527). Registration will close the day before the webinar, so please do not wait until the morning of the webinar to register. There must be at least seven participants signed up for the session, or it may be cancelled. To access resources or information on webinars, go to www.ncrlap.org. WORKS is a self-service applicant portal that will be used by an individual applicant to register and maintain their workforce information to support education requirements. The WORKS portal is available online and requires the user maintain an individual North Carolina Identity Management (NCID) username and password. All paperwork, except for official transcripts, will no longer be submitted to the Workforce Education Unit. These documents will be uploaded using WORKS via each applicant’s WORKS account. All staff education should be current before the fifth month (December) of the temporary time period as a rated license will need to be processed before the end date of the temporary license. For more information about NCID and WORKS, visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov to view more information under the DCDEE WORKS tab http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/general/mb_dcdeeworks.asp. You can also contact the Workforce Education Unit at 1-800-859-0829 (In State Only) or 919-527-6600 for more information concerning WORKS. The total points for the Child Care Star Rated License will be determined at the end of the six (6) months Temporary Time Period. As a reminder, to earn a three-star license and receive subsidy funds, the facility must earn at least a total of seven (7) points. The Partnership for Children of Cumberland County offers on-site technical assistance to child care programs. Types of technical assistance provided include observation and assessment and support and mentoring visits. For more information, contact Tamiko Colvin, CCR&R Program Coordinator at (910) 867-9700 or visit www.ccpfc.org. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR): T. Mason completed the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training on December 9, 2021. T. Mason has four (4) months from the date of licensure (November 5, 2023) to go online and complete the EPR Plan. Fire drills will continue to be completed monthly, but the administrator will also begin completing lock down drills or shelter in place drills. T. Mason shall review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changes to ensure all information is current. All staff shall review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with T. Mason. Documentation of the review shall be maintained on file. On-going Training: The staff and training worksheet was updated during today’s visit. It is your responsibility to keep the staff and training worksheet(s) current for the consultant to review during annual compliance visits. Reminder: After the first year of employment, the child care administrator and any staff who work with children, shall participate in on-going training activities annually. Refer to child care requirement 09.1103 for the number of required training hours based on education and experience. If you have questions, please contact me at: (910) 709-4168 or Rhonda.blackmon@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RHONDA BLACKMON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/7/2023 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 8/7/2023 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 245 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a first temporary time period visit. The previous visit was completed June 19, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 100% as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued July 5, 2023 to January 5, 2024. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with ten demerits completed May 18, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory approved for daytime and night care completed March 14, 2023. T. Mason, Administrator/Teacher, was present and counted in staff/child ratio in Space #1. I requested to conduct an unaccompanied walk-through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Permission was granted. Preschool-age children in Space #1 participated in free play activities and a large group activity. During free play, the children looked at books, manipulated puzzle pieces, and colored with crayons and markers. In the large group activity, children listened to the story, “Say the Sound” and danced to the song, “Tell Me, Tell Me, What Do You See?” In Space #2, a three-month-old infant slept in his assigned crib. Soft music played in the background. After rest time, the infant was held for bottle feeding. A diapering routine was observed. At 10:00 a.m. staff files and three children’s files were monitored. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. While reviewing the staff files, I was unable to verify that S. Alexander has current ITS-SIDS training. S. Alexander stated her ITS-SIDS certification was expired. I stated to T. Mason that at least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training shall be present in the infant room, while children are in care. T. Mason asked S. Alexander to switch classrooms with her since T. Mason’s ITS-SIDS certification is current/valid and on file. Children and staff assigned to Space #1 and Space #2 transitioned outdoors. Preschool-age children played football, slid on the Little Tykes slides, and pushed and rode toys. The infant engaged in tummy time on a blanket placed over the grass. T. Mason engaged the child in conversation and materials were accessible to the non-mobile infant. Staff and children returned indoors at 11:45 a.m., participated in personal care routines, and transitioned to the tables for meal time. Lunch served was beef ravioli, saltine crackers, green beans, applesauce, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 419 Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule in Space #2 were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. The planned activities were for children ages, two to five-years-old. GS 110-91(12) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in Space #1 and Space #2 for reference. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 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. 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 in Space #1 and Space #2. When prompted, the child care provider in Space #1 removed the plastic wrapping from the puzzle pieces and the bags of small water beads from the art area in Space #1. The water beads were made inaccessible to children under three years of age. In Space #2, when prompted, the child care provider removed the plastic wrapping from the diapers stored in the bottom drawer of the shelving unit. .0604(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The EMC plan was not reviewed with the staff member, identified on the staff and training worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. A child care provider, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work. .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. The employee, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, 6 clock hours of training in required topic areas. .1101(a)(b) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day, identified on the children's records worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1207 Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center. Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance, identified on the children's records worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0515(a) 1233 Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. One employee's personnel file, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(g) 1831 At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care. The child care provider in Space #2, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not complete ITS-SIDS training prior to working alone with children, under 12 months of age. When prompted, the lead teacher, assigned to Space #1 switched places with the child care provider assigned to Space #2. .01102 (f) 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 may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on August 21, 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: Rhonda Blackmon Lead Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 279 Linden, NC 28356 Rhonda.blackmon@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 The compliance history is based on violations that are cited during visits to your facility. If you have an acceptable compliance history at the end of your temporary license you will be eligible to apply for a star rated license. Failure to maintain an acceptable compliance history may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the license. Technical Assistance Specific to Today’s Visit: Activity Plans and Schedules: Complete weekly activity plans (dated) that include developmentally appropriate activities for enrolled children. T. Mason and I discussed the importance of accurate dates on the activity plans and ensuring an activity plan is available for reference for each group of children. When staff utilize an activity plan for a 2-week period, the date should reflect the two-week timeframe. Activity plans for all children must meet the following minimum licensing requirements: *Include activities daily to stimulate the following 5 developmental domains, as listed in your NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development book: (social &emotional development, health & physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development / communication, and cognitive development). *Include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors or outdoors. *Reflect at least 4 activities daily (one of which is gross motor), one of which is offered outdoors, weather permitting. The remaining 3 activities should occur in the following areas (art/creative play, children’s books, blocks and block building, manipulatives and family living / dramatic play). *Include both free choice and adult-directed activities, that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, in a small group or independently. *In addition, activity plans must include each of these 3 enrichment activities on at least a weekly basis: sand or water play; science and nature; and music and rhythm. *A sample lesson plan form containing all required components for each age group was provided and left with T. Mason. *Materials and equipment must be available both inside and outside to support the activities on the activity plan and the daily schedule. Children and Staff Files: Record keeping is one of the most time-consuming tasks associated with administering a child care program. It is an important part of licensure. Review staff and children's files often to ensure the program is maintaining accurate licensing records. Organization and completeness of records is important to ensure easy access to information in emergency situations. We discussed the importance of reviewing all staff and children’s files to ensure accuracy with completion of all required areas of the forms. The administrator should not sign off on the document until all areas of the form have been addressed. Additionally, continue to utilize the resource from the DCDEE website for children and staff files to ensure information is on file within the required timeframe. Plastic Bags: Plastic bags are a suffocation hazard for young children and should be made inaccessible to children less than three years of age. New materials in Space #1 and Space #2 were enclosed with a plastic wrapping, accessible to children less than three years of age. Plastic bags and items wrapped in plastic shall be inaccessible to children less than three years of age, which is five feet or higher from the finished floor. Rated License Assessment: Discussions occurred regarding the two-component rated license process. I informed you that the enhanced standards are based on two components: education and program standards. The requirements to complete for each point level in both education and the program standards were reviewed. An application for a star rated license and a request for the environment rating scales were left with you today. T. Mason and I discussed strategies on how to achieve a 3 -5 Star License. A packet of forms, brochures, and technical assistance handouts were reviewed with you and provided to you. The forms identified staff education requirements, program requirements, and options to achieve a Quality Point. NC Rated License Assessment Project (NC-RLAP): The NC-RLAP website has a wealth of information on the Environment Rating Scales and overall quality issues for child care. You can download NC Additional Notes for each of the scales and find additional information that will help you with your assessment. Training videos are available on the following topics: Overview of the Assessment Process, Using Materials with Non-Mobile Infants, A Safe Place for Gross Motor Play, Hand washing and Other Basic Health Considerations, and Language for Learning. NC-RLAP also offers free webinars to provide training and information about the Environment Rating Scales. Access to the webinars requires a computer with a high-speed internet connection and a phone. The webinars are typically offered between 1:00 - 1:45 PM, a typical napping time in most child care programs. To register for a session, call 1-866-3NCRLAP (1-866-362-7527). Registration will close the day before the webinar, so please do not wait until the morning of the webinar to register. There must be at least seven participants signed up for the session, or it may be cancelled. To access resources or information on webinars, go to www.ncrlap.org. WORKS is a self-service applicant portal that will be used by an individual applicant to register and maintain their workforce information to support education requirements. The WORKS portal is available online and requires the user maintain an individual North Carolina Identity Management (NCID) username and password. All paperwork, except for official transcripts, will no longer be submitted to the Workforce Education Unit. These documents will be uploaded using WORKS via each applicant’s WORKS account. All staff education should be current before the fifth month (December) of the temporary time period as a rated license will need to be processed before the end date of the temporary license. For more information about NCID and WORKS, visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov to view more information under the DCDEE WORKS tab http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/general/mb_dcdeeworks.asp. You can also contact the Workforce Education Unit at 1-800-859-0829 (In State Only) or 919-527-6600 for more information concerning WORKS. The total points for the Child Care Star Rated License will be determined at the end of the six (6) months Temporary Time Period. As a reminder, to earn a three-star license and receive subsidy funds, the facility must earn at least a total of seven (7) points. The Partnership for Children of Cumberland County offers on-site technical assistance to child care programs. Types of technical assistance provided include observation and assessment and support and mentoring visits. For more information, contact Tamiko Colvin, CCR&R Program Coordinator at (910) 867-9700 or visit www.ccpfc.org. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR): T. Mason completed the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training on December 9, 2021. T. Mason has four (4) months from the date of licensure (November 5, 2023) to go online and complete the EPR Plan. Fire drills will continue to be completed monthly, but the administrator will also begin completing lock down drills or shelter in place drills. T. Mason shall review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changes to ensure all information is current. All staff shall review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with T. Mason. Documentation of the review shall be maintained on file. On-going Training: The staff and training worksheet was updated during today’s visit. It is your responsibility to keep the staff and training worksheet(s) current for the consultant to review during annual compliance visits. Reminder: After the first year of employment, the child care administrator and any staff who work with children, shall participate in on-going training activities annually. Refer to child care requirement 09.1103 for the number of required training hours based on education and experience. If you have questions, please contact me at: (910) 709-4168 or Rhonda.blackmon@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RHONDA BLACKMON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/7/2023 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 8/7/2023 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 245 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a first temporary time period visit. The previous visit was completed June 19, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 100% as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued July 5, 2023 to January 5, 2024. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with ten demerits completed May 18, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory approved for daytime and night care completed March 14, 2023. T. Mason, Administrator/Teacher, was present and counted in staff/child ratio in Space #1. I requested to conduct an unaccompanied walk-through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Permission was granted. Preschool-age children in Space #1 participated in free play activities and a large group activity. During free play, the children looked at books, manipulated puzzle pieces, and colored with crayons and markers. In the large group activity, children listened to the story, “Say the Sound” and danced to the song, “Tell Me, Tell Me, What Do You See?” In Space #2, a three-month-old infant slept in his assigned crib. Soft music played in the background. After rest time, the infant was held for bottle feeding. A diapering routine was observed. At 10:00 a.m. staff files and three children’s files were monitored. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. While reviewing the staff files, I was unable to verify that S. Alexander has current ITS-SIDS training. S. Alexander stated her ITS-SIDS certification was expired. I stated to T. Mason that at least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training shall be present in the infant room, while children are in care. T. Mason asked S. Alexander to switch classrooms with her since T. Mason’s ITS-SIDS certification is current/valid and on file. Children and staff assigned to Space #1 and Space #2 transitioned outdoors. Preschool-age children played football, slid on the Little Tykes slides, and pushed and rode toys. The infant engaged in tummy time on a blanket placed over the grass. T. Mason engaged the child in conversation and materials were accessible to the non-mobile infant. Staff and children returned indoors at 11:45 a.m., participated in personal care routines, and transitioned to the tables for meal time. Lunch served was beef ravioli, saltine crackers, green beans, applesauce, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 419 Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule in Space #2 were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. The planned activities were for children ages, two to five-years-old. GS 110-91(12) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in Space #1 and Space #2 for reference. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 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. 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 in Space #1 and Space #2. When prompted, the child care provider in Space #1 removed the plastic wrapping from the puzzle pieces and the bags of small water beads from the art area in Space #1. The water beads were made inaccessible to children under three years of age. In Space #2, when prompted, the child care provider removed the plastic wrapping from the diapers stored in the bottom drawer of the shelving unit. .0604(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The EMC plan was not reviewed with the staff member, identified on the staff and training worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. A child care provider, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work. .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. The employee, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, 6 clock hours of training in required topic areas. .1101(a)(b) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day, identified on the children's records worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1207 Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center. Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance, identified on the children's records worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0515(a) 1233 Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. One employee's personnel file, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(g) 1831 At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care. The child care provider in Space #2, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not complete ITS-SIDS training prior to working alone with children, under 12 months of age. When prompted, the lead teacher, assigned to Space #1 switched places with the child care provider assigned to Space #2. .01102 (f) 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 may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on August 21, 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: Rhonda Blackmon Lead Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 279 Linden, NC 28356 Rhonda.blackmon@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 The compliance history is based on violations that are cited during visits to your facility. If you have an acceptable compliance history at the end of your temporary license you will be eligible to apply for a star rated license. Failure to maintain an acceptable compliance history may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the license. Technical Assistance Specific to Today’s Visit: Activity Plans and Schedules: Complete weekly activity plans (dated) that include developmentally appropriate activities for enrolled children. T. Mason and I discussed the importance of accurate dates on the activity plans and ensuring an activity plan is available for reference for each group of children. When staff utilize an activity plan for a 2-week period, the date should reflect the two-week timeframe. Activity plans for all children must meet the following minimum licensing requirements: *Include activities daily to stimulate the following 5 developmental domains, as listed in your NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development book: (social &emotional development, health & physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development / communication, and cognitive development). *Include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors or outdoors. *Reflect at least 4 activities daily (one of which is gross motor), one of which is offered outdoors, weather permitting. The remaining 3 activities should occur in the following areas (art/creative play, children’s books, blocks and block building, manipulatives and family living / dramatic play). *Include both free choice and adult-directed activities, that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, in a small group or independently. *In addition, activity plans must include each of these 3 enrichment activities on at least a weekly basis: sand or water play; science and nature; and music and rhythm. *A sample lesson plan form containing all required components for each age group was provided and left with T. Mason. *Materials and equipment must be available both inside and outside to support the activities on the activity plan and the daily schedule. Children and Staff Files: Record keeping is one of the most time-consuming tasks associated with administering a child care program. It is an important part of licensure. Review staff and children's files often to ensure the program is maintaining accurate licensing records. Organization and completeness of records is important to ensure easy access to information in emergency situations. We discussed the importance of reviewing all staff and children’s files to ensure accuracy with completion of all required areas of the forms. The administrator should not sign off on the document until all areas of the form have been addressed. Additionally, continue to utilize the resource from the DCDEE website for children and staff files to ensure information is on file within the required timeframe. Plastic Bags: Plastic bags are a suffocation hazard for young children and should be made inaccessible to children less than three years of age. New materials in Space #1 and Space #2 were enclosed with a plastic wrapping, accessible to children less than three years of age. Plastic bags and items wrapped in plastic shall be inaccessible to children less than three years of age, which is five feet or higher from the finished floor. Rated License Assessment: Discussions occurred regarding the two-component rated license process. I informed you that the enhanced standards are based on two components: education and program standards. The requirements to complete for each point level in both education and the program standards were reviewed. An application for a star rated license and a request for the environment rating scales were left with you today. T. Mason and I discussed strategies on how to achieve a 3 -5 Star License. A packet of forms, brochures, and technical assistance handouts were reviewed with you and provided to you. The forms identified staff education requirements, program requirements, and options to achieve a Quality Point. NC Rated License Assessment Project (NC-RLAP): The NC-RLAP website has a wealth of information on the Environment Rating Scales and overall quality issues for child care. You can download NC Additional Notes for each of the scales and find additional information that will help you with your assessment. Training videos are available on the following topics: Overview of the Assessment Process, Using Materials with Non-Mobile Infants, A Safe Place for Gross Motor Play, Hand washing and Other Basic Health Considerations, and Language for Learning. NC-RLAP also offers free webinars to provide training and information about the Environment Rating Scales. Access to the webinars requires a computer with a high-speed internet connection and a phone. The webinars are typically offered between 1:00 - 1:45 PM, a typical napping time in most child care programs. To register for a session, call 1-866-3NCRLAP (1-866-362-7527). Registration will close the day before the webinar, so please do not wait until the morning of the webinar to register. There must be at least seven participants signed up for the session, or it may be cancelled. To access resources or information on webinars, go to www.ncrlap.org. WORKS is a self-service applicant portal that will be used by an individual applicant to register and maintain their workforce information to support education requirements. The WORKS portal is available online and requires the user maintain an individual North Carolina Identity Management (NCID) username and password. All paperwork, except for official transcripts, will no longer be submitted to the Workforce Education Unit. These documents will be uploaded using WORKS via each applicant’s WORKS account. All staff education should be current before the fifth month (December) of the temporary time period as a rated license will need to be processed before the end date of the temporary license. For more information about NCID and WORKS, visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov to view more information under the DCDEE WORKS tab http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/general/mb_dcdeeworks.asp. You can also contact the Workforce Education Unit at 1-800-859-0829 (In State Only) or 919-527-6600 for more information concerning WORKS. The total points for the Child Care Star Rated License will be determined at the end of the six (6) months Temporary Time Period. As a reminder, to earn a three-star license and receive subsidy funds, the facility must earn at least a total of seven (7) points. The Partnership for Children of Cumberland County offers on-site technical assistance to child care programs. Types of technical assistance provided include observation and assessment and support and mentoring visits. For more information, contact Tamiko Colvin, CCR&R Program Coordinator at (910) 867-9700 or visit www.ccpfc.org. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR): T. Mason completed the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training on December 9, 2021. T. Mason has four (4) months from the date of licensure (November 5, 2023) to go online and complete the EPR Plan. Fire drills will continue to be completed monthly, but the administrator will also begin completing lock down drills or shelter in place drills. T. Mason shall review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changes to ensure all information is current. All staff shall review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with T. Mason. Documentation of the review shall be maintained on file. On-going Training: The staff and training worksheet was updated during today’s visit. It is your responsibility to keep the staff and training worksheet(s) current for the consultant to review during annual compliance visits. Reminder: After the first year of employment, the child care administrator and any staff who work with children, shall participate in on-going training activities annually. Refer to child care requirement 09.1103 for the number of required training hours based on education and experience. If you have questions, please contact me at: (910) 709-4168 or Rhonda.blackmon@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 26002573 Consultant: RHONDA BLACKMON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/7/2023 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 8/7/2023 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 245 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a first temporary time period visit. The previous visit was completed June 19, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was 100% as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued July 5, 2023 to January 5, 2024. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct by Tarsha Mason and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior with ten demerits completed May 18, 2023. Fire Classification of Satisfactory approved for daytime and night care completed March 14, 2023. T. Mason, Administrator/Teacher, was present and counted in staff/child ratio in Space #1. I requested to conduct an unaccompanied walk-through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Permission was granted. Preschool-age children in Space #1 participated in free play activities and a large group activity. During free play, the children looked at books, manipulated puzzle pieces, and colored with crayons and markers. In the large group activity, children listened to the story, “Say the Sound” and danced to the song, “Tell Me, Tell Me, What Do You See?” In Space #2, a three-month-old infant slept in his assigned crib. Soft music played in the background. After rest time, the infant was held for bottle feeding. A diapering routine was observed. At 10:00 a.m. staff files and three children’s files were monitored. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. While reviewing the staff files, I was unable to verify that S. Alexander has current ITS-SIDS training. S. Alexander stated her ITS-SIDS certification was expired. I stated to T. Mason that at least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training shall be present in the infant room, while children are in care. T. Mason asked S. Alexander to switch classrooms with her since T. Mason’s ITS-SIDS certification is current/valid and on file. Children and staff assigned to Space #1 and Space #2 transitioned outdoors. Preschool-age children played football, slid on the Little Tykes slides, and pushed and rode toys. The infant engaged in tummy time on a blanket placed over the grass. T. Mason engaged the child in conversation and materials were accessible to the non-mobile infant. Staff and children returned indoors at 11:45 a.m., participated in personal care routines, and transitioned to the tables for meal time. Lunch served was beef ravioli, saltine crackers, green beans, applesauce, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with T. Mason. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 419 Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule in Space #2 were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. The planned activities were for children ages, two to five-years-old. GS 110-91(12) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in Space #1 and Space #2 for reference. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 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. 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 in Space #1 and Space #2. When prompted, the child care provider in Space #1 removed the plastic wrapping from the puzzle pieces and the bags of small water beads from the art area in Space #1. The water beads were made inaccessible to children under three years of age. In Space #2, when prompted, the child care provider removed the plastic wrapping from the diapers stored in the bottom drawer of the shelving unit. .0604(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The EMC plan was not reviewed with the staff member, identified on the staff and training worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. A child care provider, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work. .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. The employee, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, 6 clock hours of training in required topic areas. .1101(a)(b) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day, identified on the children's records worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1207 Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center. Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance, identified on the children's records worksheet. 10A NCAC 09 .0515(a) 1233 Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. One employee's personnel file, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(g) 1831 At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care. The child care provider in Space #2, identified on the staff and training worksheet, did not complete ITS-SIDS training prior to working alone with children, under 12 months of age. When prompted, the lead teacher, assigned to Space #1 switched places with the child care provider assigned to Space #2. .01102 (f) 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 may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00 p.m. on August 21, 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: Rhonda Blackmon Lead Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 279 Linden, NC 28356 Rhonda.blackmon@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 The compliance history is based on violations that are cited during visits to your facility. If you have an acceptable compliance history at the end of your temporary license you will be eligible to apply for a star rated license. Failure to maintain an acceptable compliance history may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the license. Technical Assistance Specific to Today’s Visit: Activity Plans and Schedules: Complete weekly activity plans (dated) that include developmentally appropriate activities for enrolled children. T. Mason and I discussed the importance of accurate dates on the activity plans and ensuring an activity plan is available for reference for each group of children. When staff utilize an activity plan for a 2-week period, the date should reflect the two-week timeframe. Activity plans for all children must meet the following minimum licensing requirements: *Include activities daily to stimulate the following 5 developmental domains, as listed in your NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development book: (social &emotional development, health & physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development / communication, and cognitive development). *Include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors or outdoors. *Reflect at least 4 activities daily (one of which is gross motor), one of which is offered outdoors, weather permitting. The remaining 3 activities should occur in the following areas (art/creative play, children’s books, blocks and block building, manipulatives and family living / dramatic play). *Include both free choice and adult-directed activities, that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, in a small group or independently. *In addition, activity plans must include each of these 3 enrichment activities on at least a weekly basis: sand or water play; science and nature; and music and rhythm. *A sample lesson plan form containing all required components for each age group was provided and left with T. Mason. *Materials and equipment must be available both inside and outside to support the activities on the activity plan and the daily schedule. Children and Staff Files: Record keeping is one of the most time-consuming tasks associated with administering a child care program. It is an important part of licensure. Review staff and children's files often to ensure the program is maintaining accurate licensing records. Organization and completeness of records is important to ensure easy access to information in emergency situations. We discussed the importance of reviewing all staff and children’s files to ensure accuracy with completion of all required areas of the forms. The administrator should not sign off on the document until all areas of the form have been addressed. Additionally, continue to utilize the resource from the DCDEE website for children and staff files to ensure information is on file within the required timeframe. Plastic Bags: Plastic bags are a suffocation hazard for young children and should be made inaccessible to children less than three years of age. New materials in Space #1 and Space #2 were enclosed with a plastic wrapping, accessible to children less than three years of age. Plastic bags and items wrapped in plastic shall be inaccessible to children less than three years of age, which is five feet or higher from the finished floor. Rated License Assessment: Discussions occurred regarding the two-component rated license process. I informed you that the enhanced standards are based on two components: education and program standards. The requirements to complete for each point level in both education and the program standards were reviewed. An application for a star rated license and a request for the environment rating scales were left with you today. T. Mason and I discussed strategies on how to achieve a 3 -5 Star License. A packet of forms, brochures, and technical assistance handouts were reviewed with you and provided to you. The forms identified staff education requirements, program requirements, and options to achieve a Quality Point. NC Rated License Assessment Project (NC-RLAP): The NC-RLAP website has a wealth of information on the Environment Rating Scales and overall quality issues for child care. You can download NC Additional Notes for each of the scales and find additional information that will help you with your assessment. Training videos are available on the following topics: Overview of the Assessment Process, Using Materials with Non-Mobile Infants, A Safe Place for Gross Motor Play, Hand washing and Other Basic Health Considerations, and Language for Learning. NC-RLAP also offers free webinars to provide training and information about the Environment Rating Scales. Access to the webinars requires a computer with a high-speed internet connection and a phone. The webinars are typically offered between 1:00 - 1:45 PM, a typical napping time in most child care programs. To register for a session, call 1-866-3NCRLAP (1-866-362-7527). Registration will close the day before the webinar, so please do not wait until the morning of the webinar to register. There must be at least seven participants signed up for the session, or it may be cancelled. To access resources or information on webinars, go to www.ncrlap.org. WORKS is a self-service applicant portal that will be used by an individual applicant to register and maintain their workforce information to support education requirements. The WORKS portal is available online and requires the user maintain an individual North Carolina Identity Management (NCID) username and password. All paperwork, except for official transcripts, will no longer be submitted to the Workforce Education Unit. These documents will be uploaded using WORKS via each applicant’s WORKS account. All staff education should be current before the fifth month (December) of the temporary time period as a rated license will need to be processed before the end date of the temporary license. For more information about NCID and WORKS, visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov to view more information under the DCDEE WORKS tab http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/general/mb_dcdeeworks.asp. You can also contact the Workforce Education Unit at 1-800-859-0829 (In State Only) or 919-527-6600 for more information concerning WORKS. The total points for the Child Care Star Rated License will be determined at the end of the six (6) months Temporary Time Period. As a reminder, to earn a three-star license and receive subsidy funds, the facility must earn at least a total of seven (7) points. The Partnership for Children of Cumberland County offers on-site technical assistance to child care programs. Types of technical assistance provided include observation and assessment and support and mentoring visits. For more information, contact Tamiko Colvin, CCR&R Program Coordinator at (910) 867-9700 or visit www.ccpfc.org. Health and Safety training topics must be completed within the first year. Child care staff are expected to be well informed about child abuse and neglect issues and adequately trained to prevent and recognize potential maltreatment. The “Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Maltreatment” training must be completed within 90 days of hire. Documentation of training must be kept on file for review. Complete the health and safety training record as found on the DCDEE website. After the first year, staff must complete the health and safety training topics at least once every five years. Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR): T. Mason completed the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training on December 9, 2021. T. Mason has four (4) months from the date of licensure (November 5, 2023) to go online and complete the EPR Plan. Fire drills will continue to be completed monthly, but the administrator will also begin completing lock down drills or shelter in place drills. T. Mason shall review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changes to ensure all information is current. All staff shall review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with T. Mason. Documentation of the review shall be maintained on file. On-going Training: The staff and training worksheet was updated during today’s visit. It is your responsibility to keep the staff and training worksheet(s) current for the consultant to review during annual compliance visits. Reminder: After the first year of employment, the child care administrator and any staff who work with children, shall participate in on-going training activities annually. Refer to child care requirement 09.1103 for the number of required training hours based on education and experience. If you have questions, please contact me at: (910) 709-4168 or Rhonda.blackmon@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times