10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: FRANKLINTON ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000150 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/20/2026 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 2/20/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to a routine unannounced visit. You, T. Hunter, lead teacher, were present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued May 11, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on June 3, 2024. The posted sanitation inspection was completed January 14, 2026 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed on September 5, 2025 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in circle time and a teacher directed art activity coloring different types of clothing. Interactions between teachers and children were nurturing in nature. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The sanitation inspection was completed 1/14/26 the previous inspection was completed 12/20/24. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Several metal stakes securing the black plastic border were protruding. There is a small blue and red trike with missing pedal sleeves and cracked plastic. The large “car” play equipment is rusting around the drivers’ wheels with residue. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by March 6, 2026. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how each violation was corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 91% over an eighteen (18) month period. STAFF/CHILD INTERACTION I observed that a current schedule and lesson plan posted on the classroom information board by the entrance for reference. There was a variety of age-appropriate materials for the children to play with and complete activities on their lesson plan. D. Hopkins, IA in a different classroom, was present and observing the class today. T. Hunter was within staff/child ratio with nine (9) children present. D. Hopkins was not counted in ratio. Children were participating in circle time with the teacher. They took turns coming to the board and using a pointer to touch and count from one (1) to twenty-sever (27) on a calendar with the month of February on it. When needed help with counting was given by the teachers and other children. They then went to their tables to complete a teacher directed art activity coloring a sheet with different types of clothing. The group completed a study on clothes this week. I observed hats the children made earlier this week from newspapers, tape and decorations on a table. T. Hunter showed me pictures of the children wearing the hats they made while going on a march around the school. The children completed a lot of activities to aid in development of fine motor, cognitive, and language skills. There are also large drawings of t-shirts the children colored posted on the “Affirmation Station” board by the bathroom. Evidence that the activities noted on the plan were implemented and completed are numerous. The children were very comfortable interacting with their teacher and following directions. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS I recommend that the program consider removing and replacing the large play equipment made from wood. After years in the elements the wood will begin to deteriorate and may pose injury risks due to splinters or exposed nails. Continue to ensure that all aerosol containers, cleaning products and disinfectant wipes are kept in locked storage when not in use. This includes small air fresheners used in the bathroom or use of non-aerosol air fresheners. Staff must continue to ensure that they document arrival/departure times, with signature, should parents fail to do so. Rules require that arrival and departure times be noted as they occur and not later in the day. Please remember that items discussed as technical assistance may warrant a violation if observed out of compliance at monitoring visits. QRIS RATED LICENSE TRANSITION I am scheduled to meet with T. Sidberry to discuss the QRIS rated license options for your program on February 25th. I will review this information with her and a decision will be made regarding which pathway this program will apply for. Please let me know if you have any questions. CLEAN CLASSROOMS FOR CAROLINA KIDS The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program expanded to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test the facility lead paint and asbestos once unless your consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. After reviewing the website at I observed the facility completed a second round of lead water testing in June 2025. However, the facility is still listed as “Survey Review by RTI’ for the lead paint and asbestos testing. Appropriate staff must log in to the website to ensure that no information needs to be submitted or contact RTI regarding the testing, so it is completed before a violation is warranted. The website is as follows: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina. ABCMS PROVIDER PORTAL TRAINING I observed a roster for this program in the ABCMS Provider Portal today. Therefore, an administrator at this program completed the required ABCMS Provider Portal training. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days as stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r). Ensure that this roster is maintained by adding and removing staff as applicable. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated July 1, 2025, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. There are also modules of the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: FRANKLINTON ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000150 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/20/2026 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 2/20/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to a routine unannounced visit. You, T. Hunter, lead teacher, were present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued May 11, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on June 3, 2024. The posted sanitation inspection was completed January 14, 2026 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed on September 5, 2025 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in circle time and a teacher directed art activity coloring different types of clothing. Interactions between teachers and children were nurturing in nature. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The sanitation inspection was completed 1/14/26 the previous inspection was completed 12/20/24. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Several metal stakes securing the black plastic border were protruding. There is a small blue and red trike with missing pedal sleeves and cracked plastic. The large “car” play equipment is rusting around the drivers’ wheels with residue. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by March 6, 2026. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how each violation was corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 91% over an eighteen (18) month period. STAFF/CHILD INTERACTION I observed that a current schedule and lesson plan posted on the classroom information board by the entrance for reference. There was a variety of age-appropriate materials for the children to play with and complete activities on their lesson plan. D. Hopkins, IA in a different classroom, was present and observing the class today. T. Hunter was within staff/child ratio with nine (9) children present. D. Hopkins was not counted in ratio. Children were participating in circle time with the teacher. They took turns coming to the board and using a pointer to touch and count from one (1) to twenty-sever (27) on a calendar with the month of February on it. When needed help with counting was given by the teachers and other children. They then went to their tables to complete a teacher directed art activity coloring a sheet with different types of clothing. The group completed a study on clothes this week. I observed hats the children made earlier this week from newspapers, tape and decorations on a table. T. Hunter showed me pictures of the children wearing the hats they made while going on a march around the school. The children completed a lot of activities to aid in development of fine motor, cognitive, and language skills. There are also large drawings of t-shirts the children colored posted on the “Affirmation Station” board by the bathroom. Evidence that the activities noted on the plan were implemented and completed are numerous. The children were very comfortable interacting with their teacher and following directions. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS I recommend that the program consider removing and replacing the large play equipment made from wood. After years in the elements the wood will begin to deteriorate and may pose injury risks due to splinters or exposed nails. Continue to ensure that all aerosol containers, cleaning products and disinfectant wipes are kept in locked storage when not in use. This includes small air fresheners used in the bathroom or use of non-aerosol air fresheners. Staff must continue to ensure that they document arrival/departure times, with signature, should parents fail to do so. Rules require that arrival and departure times be noted as they occur and not later in the day. Please remember that items discussed as technical assistance may warrant a violation if observed out of compliance at monitoring visits. QRIS RATED LICENSE TRANSITION I am scheduled to meet with T. Sidberry to discuss the QRIS rated license options for your program on February 25th. I will review this information with her and a decision will be made regarding which pathway this program will apply for. Please let me know if you have any questions. CLEAN CLASSROOMS FOR CAROLINA KIDS The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program expanded to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test the facility lead paint and asbestos once unless your consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. After reviewing the website at I observed the facility completed a second round of lead water testing in June 2025. However, the facility is still listed as “Survey Review by RTI’ for the lead paint and asbestos testing. Appropriate staff must log in to the website to ensure that no information needs to be submitted or contact RTI regarding the testing, so it is completed before a violation is warranted. The website is as follows: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina. ABCMS PROVIDER PORTAL TRAINING I observed a roster for this program in the ABCMS Provider Portal today. Therefore, an administrator at this program completed the required ABCMS Provider Portal training. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days as stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r). Ensure that this roster is maintained by adding and removing staff as applicable. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated July 1, 2025, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. There are also modules of the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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: FRANKLINTON ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000150 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/20/2026 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 2/20/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to a routine unannounced visit. You, T. Hunter, lead teacher, were present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued May 11, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on June 3, 2024. The posted sanitation inspection was completed January 14, 2026 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed on September 5, 2025 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in circle time and a teacher directed art activity coloring different types of clothing. Interactions between teachers and children were nurturing in nature. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The sanitation inspection was completed 1/14/26 the previous inspection was completed 12/20/24. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Several metal stakes securing the black plastic border were protruding. There is a small blue and red trike with missing pedal sleeves and cracked plastic. The large “car” play equipment is rusting around the drivers’ wheels with residue. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by March 6, 2026. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how each violation was corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 91% over an eighteen (18) month period. STAFF/CHILD INTERACTION I observed that a current schedule and lesson plan posted on the classroom information board by the entrance for reference. There was a variety of age-appropriate materials for the children to play with and complete activities on their lesson plan. D. Hopkins, IA in a different classroom, was present and observing the class today. T. Hunter was within staff/child ratio with nine (9) children present. D. Hopkins was not counted in ratio. Children were participating in circle time with the teacher. They took turns coming to the board and using a pointer to touch and count from one (1) to twenty-sever (27) on a calendar with the month of February on it. When needed help with counting was given by the teachers and other children. They then went to their tables to complete a teacher directed art activity coloring a sheet with different types of clothing. The group completed a study on clothes this week. I observed hats the children made earlier this week from newspapers, tape and decorations on a table. T. Hunter showed me pictures of the children wearing the hats they made while going on a march around the school. The children completed a lot of activities to aid in development of fine motor, cognitive, and language skills. There are also large drawings of t-shirts the children colored posted on the “Affirmation Station” board by the bathroom. Evidence that the activities noted on the plan were implemented and completed are numerous. The children were very comfortable interacting with their teacher and following directions. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS I recommend that the program consider removing and replacing the large play equipment made from wood. After years in the elements the wood will begin to deteriorate and may pose injury risks due to splinters or exposed nails. Continue to ensure that all aerosol containers, cleaning products and disinfectant wipes are kept in locked storage when not in use. This includes small air fresheners used in the bathroom or use of non-aerosol air fresheners. Staff must continue to ensure that they document arrival/departure times, with signature, should parents fail to do so. Rules require that arrival and departure times be noted as they occur and not later in the day. Please remember that items discussed as technical assistance may warrant a violation if observed out of compliance at monitoring visits. QRIS RATED LICENSE TRANSITION I am scheduled to meet with T. Sidberry to discuss the QRIS rated license options for your program on February 25th. I will review this information with her and a decision will be made regarding which pathway this program will apply for. Please let me know if you have any questions. CLEAN CLASSROOMS FOR CAROLINA KIDS The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program expanded to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test the facility lead paint and asbestos once unless your consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. After reviewing the website at I observed the facility completed a second round of lead water testing in June 2025. However, the facility is still listed as “Survey Review by RTI’ for the lead paint and asbestos testing. Appropriate staff must log in to the website to ensure that no information needs to be submitted or contact RTI regarding the testing, so it is completed before a violation is warranted. The website is as follows: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina. ABCMS PROVIDER PORTAL TRAINING I observed a roster for this program in the ABCMS Provider Portal today. Therefore, an administrator at this program completed the required ABCMS Provider Portal training. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days as stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r). Ensure that this roster is maintained by adding and removing staff as applicable. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated July 1, 2025, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. There are also modules of the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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: FRANKLINTON ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000150 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/20/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 5/20/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 290 Time In: 10:10 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. T. Hunter, Lead Teacher, was present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued May 11, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on June 3, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed December 20, 2024 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed on September 18, 2024 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in group time where early college students read them a book, outdoor play, and lunch including bathroom and handwashing routines. I observed interactions between teachers and children to be nurturing in nature. This program is an NC Pre-K class. NC Pre-K program requirements were monitored today, including transportation, and found to be in compliance. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned by Franklin County Public Schools. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. There were several stakes protruding from the black boarder on the playground and the metal car has several large, rusted areas. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A criminal background check was not completed for Pattie Greene prior to working in the NC Pre-K class. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. There was no staff record on-site for the substitute IA. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. There was no signed and dated document form that one (1) child’s parent reviewed the program’s discipline policy. .1804(c) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was no qualification letter available for Pattie Greene to review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by June 3, 2025. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 90% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN RECORDS I reviewed ten (10) percent, or more, of children’s records, and a violation was documented. There was no documentation that the family of one (1) enrolled child reviewed the program’s discipline policy. I recommend reviewing all files to ensure that a form has been documented and signed to verify review. Also, ensure that enrollment dates for children are included in all forms that require them. STAFF RECORDS I monitored ten (10) percent, or more, of staff records and three (3) violations were documented. There is also no qualification letter in the ABCMS for Pattie Greene, who was working as substitute for your instructional assistant today (IA). Until the CBC process is completed and a qualification letter is available these three (3) staff are not allowed to work with the NC Pre-K children until there is a current qualification letter on file. A follow-up visit must be conducted in the immediate future. The substitute working today did not have a current record on-site. However, the emergency information, SBS/AHT policy review documentation, and documentation of the EPR/School Ris, Management plan was reviewed and completed during the visit. Therefore, this violation was corrected during the visit. She will need to complete an approved CPR and FA training by August 20, 2025. She has a year to complete all of the health and safety trainings may be found on Moodle. She is listed on Public School Off-Site verification forms. OUTDOOR PLAY AREA I observed several metal stakes, that are used to secure the black border, protruding. Maintenance, or responsible staff, should hammer the stakes back flush to the border to avoid a protrusion or tripping injury. The metal car on the playground has several large, rusted areas. The car should either be removed or re-painted. ENVIRONMENTAL RATING SCALES You were reminded that the hold harmless state has been extended. Therefore, programs that were in cohorts 1 and 2 do not have to proceed with the Environmental Rating Scale assessments (ERS). ERS is voluntary at this time, and you will be notified when this changes. As of February 1, 2025 all the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3, also known as the "3s", will be used for all assessments. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the revised editions. I encourage you to go to the North Carolina Rated License Project (NCRLAP) website for more information at: https://ncrlap.org/. There are a variety of webinars and infographics available with detailed information on the changes with the 3s. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS Continue to have the carpet cleaned every six (6) months according to the sanitation rules. I suggest having maintenance or staff spot clean between those major cleanings. Continue to monitor kick out mats placed under the swings to decrease wood chip displacement. They must remain in good repair and be removed or replaced when cracked, etc. Ensure the ASTM (safety standards) information is kept on-site for them and any other playground equipment. A violation may be warranted should these items be out of compliance during monitoring visits. The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program has expanded to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test paint for lead and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to the environmental health department. After reviewing the website, I noted that your program has not completed a lead water test since August 13, 2021. I also observed that facility is listed as “survey review by RTI” for both lead paint and asbestos. The person responsible for completing this testing should log into the website above and complete information needed for a new lead water test as soon as possible. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated November 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: FRANKLINTON ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000150 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/20/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 5/20/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 290 Time In: 10:10 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. T. Hunter, Lead Teacher, was present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued May 11, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on June 3, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed December 20, 2024 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed on September 18, 2024 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in group time where early college students read them a book, outdoor play, and lunch including bathroom and handwashing routines. I observed interactions between teachers and children to be nurturing in nature. This program is an NC Pre-K class. NC Pre-K program requirements were monitored today, including transportation, and found to be in compliance. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned by Franklin County Public Schools. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. There were several stakes protruding from the black boarder on the playground and the metal car has several large, rusted areas. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A criminal background check was not completed for Pattie Greene prior to working in the NC Pre-K class. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. There was no staff record on-site for the substitute IA. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. There was no signed and dated document form that one (1) child’s parent reviewed the program’s discipline policy. .1804(c) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was no qualification letter available for Pattie Greene to review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by June 3, 2025. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 90% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN RECORDS I reviewed ten (10) percent, or more, of children’s records, and a violation was documented. There was no documentation that the family of one (1) enrolled child reviewed the program’s discipline policy. I recommend reviewing all files to ensure that a form has been documented and signed to verify review. Also, ensure that enrollment dates for children are included in all forms that require them. STAFF RECORDS I monitored ten (10) percent, or more, of staff records and three (3) violations were documented. There is also no qualification letter in the ABCMS for Pattie Greene, who was working as substitute for your instructional assistant today (IA). Until the CBC process is completed and a qualification letter is available these three (3) staff are not allowed to work with the NC Pre-K children until there is a current qualification letter on file. A follow-up visit must be conducted in the immediate future. The substitute working today did not have a current record on-site. However, the emergency information, SBS/AHT policy review documentation, and documentation of the EPR/School Ris, Management plan was reviewed and completed during the visit. Therefore, this violation was corrected during the visit. She will need to complete an approved CPR and FA training by August 20, 2025. She has a year to complete all of the health and safety trainings may be found on Moodle. She is listed on Public School Off-Site verification forms. OUTDOOR PLAY AREA I observed several metal stakes, that are used to secure the black border, protruding. Maintenance, or responsible staff, should hammer the stakes back flush to the border to avoid a protrusion or tripping injury. The metal car on the playground has several large, rusted areas. The car should either be removed or re-painted. ENVIRONMENTAL RATING SCALES You were reminded that the hold harmless state has been extended. Therefore, programs that were in cohorts 1 and 2 do not have to proceed with the Environmental Rating Scale assessments (ERS). ERS is voluntary at this time, and you will be notified when this changes. As of February 1, 2025 all the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3, also known as the "3s", will be used for all assessments. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the revised editions. I encourage you to go to the North Carolina Rated License Project (NCRLAP) website for more information at: https://ncrlap.org/. There are a variety of webinars and infographics available with detailed information on the changes with the 3s. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS Continue to have the carpet cleaned every six (6) months according to the sanitation rules. I suggest having maintenance or staff spot clean between those major cleanings. Continue to monitor kick out mats placed under the swings to decrease wood chip displacement. They must remain in good repair and be removed or replaced when cracked, etc. Ensure the ASTM (safety standards) information is kept on-site for them and any other playground equipment. A violation may be warranted should these items be out of compliance during monitoring visits. The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program has expanded to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test paint for lead and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to the environmental health department. After reviewing the website, I noted that your program has not completed a lead water test since August 13, 2021. I also observed that facility is listed as “survey review by RTI” for both lead paint and asbestos. The person responsible for completing this testing should log into the website above and complete information needed for a new lead water test as soon as possible. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated November 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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: FRANKLINTON ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000150 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/13/2025 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 2/21/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 10:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to a routine unannounced visit. You, T. Hunter, lead teacher, were present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued May 11, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on June 3, 2024. The posted sanitation inspection was completed December 20, 2024 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed on September 18, 2024 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in free choice activity center play and a teacher directed activity on letter recognition. Interactions between the teachers and children were nurturing in nature. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 205 Storage space was not available for each child's personal belongings. There were only fifteen (15) cubbies available but seventeen (17) children were enrolled. G.S. 110-91(6) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. There was no lockdown/shelter-in-place drill documented since 9/24/24. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by February 27, 2025. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how each violation was corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 89% over an eighteen (18) month period. STAFF/CHILD INTERACTION I observed that a current schedule and lesson plan was posted in the classroom for reference. There was a variety of age-appropriate materials for the children to play with and complete activities on their lesson plan. Children were participating in circle time with the teacher. They reviewed alphabet letters, words and sounds which is a great way to help with language skills. They are learning letter recognition, and letter sounds that will help with reading skills in the future. The group then sang children’s songs, and they were given the chance to choose the songs. The children then had an art activity decorating shoe boxes as their valentine card mailbox. Each box had a square pre-cut for the cards and wrapped with red paper. The children were given a variety of stickers to decorate their boxes with. This was a great way for children to work on fine motor skills by removing and placing stickers. It also gave them some independence to choose what stickers to use and where to place them. PROGRAM RECORD KEEPING I observed that no lockdown or shelter-in-place drills were documented since September 24, 2024. Child Care Rules require that either a lockdown or shelter-in-place drill be conducted every three (3) months. This ensures that children are familiar with the procedure during an actual emergency fast and proper procedures are very important. I also observed that there are seventeen (17) children enrolled in the program but only fifteen (15) cubbies available for use. Each enrolled child must have a dedicated and labeled space to store their personal belongings. This is important for proper sanitation as it keeps belongings, which may have germs, do not co-mingle. It also ensures the belongings are not misplaced or taken by the wrong child. The two (2) children without cubbies were keeping their items on chairs in the back of the classroom when present. I recommended using a plastic storage drawer unit as cubbies when more than fifteen (15) children are enrolled. You then located a hard plastic two (2) drawer storage unit, from a different area, and placed it near the cubbies for the kids to store their belongings. The drawers need to be labeled with the appropriate child’s name. This was corrected during the visit. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS Technical assistance given regarding storage of hazardous products. All cleaning products, including disinfectant cleaning wipes, must be kept in locked storage when not in use as required by Child Care Rules. Continue to ensure that all teacher purses/belongings are kept in locked storage. This ensures that no hazardous items or products are accessible to children. Ensure that all children’s food items are kept in the refrigerator with the thermometer. This ensures food is kept at 45 degrees or lower for food safety. Periodically check the thermometer to ensure it is working order, if not then it must be replaced. Items reviewed as technical assistance can result in a violation if not in compliance. While reviewing the Clean Water for Carolina website at https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina and it notes that the facility as “survey review by RTI” for the lead water, lead paint and asbestos testing. Appropriate staff should review the facility’s account to ensure that all required webinars and forms have been completed and documented. The lead water testing requires samples to be taken. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated November 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. There are also modules of the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: FRANKLINTON ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000150 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/3/2024 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 6/3/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 265 Time In: 08:50 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 my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. T. Hunter, Lead Teacher, was present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued May 11, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 23, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 9, 2023 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed August 16, 2023 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in group time and activity center play, as well has bathroom and handwashing routines. I observed interactions between teachers and children to be nurturing in nature. This program is an NC Pre-K class. NC Pre-K program requirements were monitored today and found to be in compliance. The Brigance III screenings have been completed as required. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned by Franklin County Public Schools. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. There was no medication authorization form completed for the two (2) children with asthma medication on-site. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Prior to working with NC Pre-K children, the criminal background check was not completed for three (3) staff. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. A complete record was not on-site for the substitute present today. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was no qualification letter available for two (2) bus drivers and the substitute. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. The health and safety training certificates were not available to review for either full time staff. .1102(a) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by June 17, 2024. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 93% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN RECORDS I reviewed ten (10) percent, or more, of children’s records, and were found to be in compliance. MEDICATION There was no medication authorization form on-site for the two (2) children who have asthma medication in the classroom. Written permission must be granted to administer any medication and must be available for review. I left a copy of this form with you today as any medication kept on-site for use requires this document and medial action plan if appropriate. STAFF RECORDS I monitored ten (10) percent, or more, of staff records and three (3) violations were documented. The Required Health and Safety training certificates were not available to review during the visit. The substitute Willie Pender has not completed the criminal background check (CBC) process and does not have a qualification letter. There is also no qualification letter in the ABCMS for Marie Brodie or Shyena Blackmon who drive buses to transport a few of the children enrolled in NC Pre-K. Until the CBC process is completed and a qualification letter is available these three (3) staff are not allowed to work with or transport the NC Pre-K children unless a bus monitor is present who has a current qualification letter. The substitute present today does not have a current record on-site. While the emergency information and health questionnaire are available to review none of the other required documents have been completed. This includes documentation of the EPR/School Risk Management plan, completed CPR/FA training, review of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy. She is listed on Public School Off-Site verification forms. A follow-up visit must be conducted in the immediate future due to the CBC violation. ENVIRONMENTAL RATING SCALES You were reminded that this facility is in cohort two related to resuming the environmental rating scales (ERS). This means that the preparation year for your facility begins July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The assessment year begins July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, and the program must complete the ERS process during that year. Please visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) website for informational webinars related to the current process and infographics with information on activities to complete during the preparation year (ncrlap.org). Ensure that all staff members have submitted all education to DCDEE WORKS for evaluation prior to completing the ERS. If staff is not in WORKS, it will affect the program’s education points. You may also complete an ERS assessment prior to your reassessment year and only use the scores if they are acceptable to you. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS Technical assistance given regarding posting written reminders to return aerosol products to locked storage when not in use or not keeping them in the classroom. Continue to have the carpet cleaned every six (6) months according to the sanitation rules. I suggest having maintenance or staff spot clean between those major cleanings. Please be reminded that documentation of completed on-going training from approved trainers is due by September 15, 2024. I have noted you and N. Bumpers have two (2) hours completed thus far. Use the “On-Going Training Hours Log” to document training hours keep track of required and carry over hours. This log was discussed with you previously and can be found on the DCDEE website under “provider documents.” When the playground checks are completed, both pages must be documented to ensure all areas were monitored. Continue to monitor kick out mats placed under the swings to decrease wood chip displacement. They must remain in good repair and be removed or replaced when cracked, etc. Ensure the ASTM (safety standards) information is kept on-site for them and any other playground equipment. The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program is expanding to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. There are webinars that child care providers can watch to get instructions. Go to https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ for more information. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test for lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. All existing licensed programs should have completed the application summary for their program regarding lead paint and asbestos by May 1, 2024. The application is on the following website: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The rule also requires all licensed child care centers to test all drinking water faucets and food preparation sinks for lead contamination once every three years. I recommend you review the date of your initial lead water testing to see if you are due this year. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated January 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: FRANKLINTON ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000150 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/3/2024 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 6/3/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 265 Time In: 08:50 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 my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. T. Hunter, Lead Teacher, was present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued May 11, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 23, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 9, 2023 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed August 16, 2023 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in group time and activity center play, as well has bathroom and handwashing routines. I observed interactions between teachers and children to be nurturing in nature. This program is an NC Pre-K class. NC Pre-K program requirements were monitored today and found to be in compliance. The Brigance III screenings have been completed as required. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned by Franklin County Public Schools. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. There was no medication authorization form completed for the two (2) children with asthma medication on-site. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Prior to working with NC Pre-K children, the criminal background check was not completed for three (3) staff. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. A complete record was not on-site for the substitute present today. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was no qualification letter available for two (2) bus drivers and the substitute. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. The health and safety training certificates were not available to review for either full time staff. .1102(a) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by June 17, 2024. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 93% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN RECORDS I reviewed ten (10) percent, or more, of children’s records, and were found to be in compliance. MEDICATION There was no medication authorization form on-site for the two (2) children who have asthma medication in the classroom. Written permission must be granted to administer any medication and must be available for review. I left a copy of this form with you today as any medication kept on-site for use requires this document and medial action plan if appropriate. STAFF RECORDS I monitored ten (10) percent, or more, of staff records and three (3) violations were documented. The Required Health and Safety training certificates were not available to review during the visit. The substitute Willie Pender has not completed the criminal background check (CBC) process and does not have a qualification letter. There is also no qualification letter in the ABCMS for Marie Brodie or Shyena Blackmon who drive buses to transport a few of the children enrolled in NC Pre-K. Until the CBC process is completed and a qualification letter is available these three (3) staff are not allowed to work with or transport the NC Pre-K children unless a bus monitor is present who has a current qualification letter. The substitute present today does not have a current record on-site. While the emergency information and health questionnaire are available to review none of the other required documents have been completed. This includes documentation of the EPR/School Risk Management plan, completed CPR/FA training, review of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy. She is listed on Public School Off-Site verification forms. A follow-up visit must be conducted in the immediate future due to the CBC violation. ENVIRONMENTAL RATING SCALES You were reminded that this facility is in cohort two related to resuming the environmental rating scales (ERS). This means that the preparation year for your facility begins July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The assessment year begins July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, and the program must complete the ERS process during that year. Please visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) website for informational webinars related to the current process and infographics with information on activities to complete during the preparation year (ncrlap.org). Ensure that all staff members have submitted all education to DCDEE WORKS for evaluation prior to completing the ERS. If staff is not in WORKS, it will affect the program’s education points. You may also complete an ERS assessment prior to your reassessment year and only use the scores if they are acceptable to you. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS Technical assistance given regarding posting written reminders to return aerosol products to locked storage when not in use or not keeping them in the classroom. Continue to have the carpet cleaned every six (6) months according to the sanitation rules. I suggest having maintenance or staff spot clean between those major cleanings. Please be reminded that documentation of completed on-going training from approved trainers is due by September 15, 2024. I have noted you and N. Bumpers have two (2) hours completed thus far. Use the “On-Going Training Hours Log” to document training hours keep track of required and carry over hours. This log was discussed with you previously and can be found on the DCDEE website under “provider documents.” When the playground checks are completed, both pages must be documented to ensure all areas were monitored. Continue to monitor kick out mats placed under the swings to decrease wood chip displacement. They must remain in good repair and be removed or replaced when cracked, etc. Ensure the ASTM (safety standards) information is kept on-site for them and any other playground equipment. The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program is expanding to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. There are webinars that child care providers can watch to get instructions. Go to https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ for more information. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test for lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. All existing licensed programs should have completed the application summary for their program regarding lead paint and asbestos by May 1, 2024. The application is on the following website: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The rule also requires all licensed child care centers to test all drinking water faucets and food preparation sinks for lead contamination once every three years. I recommend you review the date of your initial lead water testing to see if you are due this year. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated January 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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: FRANKLINTON ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000150 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/3/2024 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 6/3/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 265 Time In: 08:50 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 my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. T. Hunter, Lead Teacher, was present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued May 11, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 23, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 9, 2023 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed August 16, 2023 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in group time and activity center play, as well has bathroom and handwashing routines. I observed interactions between teachers and children to be nurturing in nature. This program is an NC Pre-K class. NC Pre-K program requirements were monitored today and found to be in compliance. The Brigance III screenings have been completed as required. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned by Franklin County Public Schools. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. There was no medication authorization form completed for the two (2) children with asthma medication on-site. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Prior to working with NC Pre-K children, the criminal background check was not completed for three (3) staff. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. A complete record was not on-site for the substitute present today. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was no qualification letter available for two (2) bus drivers and the substitute. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. The health and safety training certificates were not available to review for either full time staff. .1102(a) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by June 17, 2024. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 93% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN RECORDS I reviewed ten (10) percent, or more, of children’s records, and were found to be in compliance. MEDICATION There was no medication authorization form on-site for the two (2) children who have asthma medication in the classroom. Written permission must be granted to administer any medication and must be available for review. I left a copy of this form with you today as any medication kept on-site for use requires this document and medial action plan if appropriate. STAFF RECORDS I monitored ten (10) percent, or more, of staff records and three (3) violations were documented. The Required Health and Safety training certificates were not available to review during the visit. The substitute Willie Pender has not completed the criminal background check (CBC) process and does not have a qualification letter. There is also no qualification letter in the ABCMS for Marie Brodie or Shyena Blackmon who drive buses to transport a few of the children enrolled in NC Pre-K. Until the CBC process is completed and a qualification letter is available these three (3) staff are not allowed to work with or transport the NC Pre-K children unless a bus monitor is present who has a current qualification letter. The substitute present today does not have a current record on-site. While the emergency information and health questionnaire are available to review none of the other required documents have been completed. This includes documentation of the EPR/School Risk Management plan, completed CPR/FA training, review of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy. She is listed on Public School Off-Site verification forms. A follow-up visit must be conducted in the immediate future due to the CBC violation. ENVIRONMENTAL RATING SCALES You were reminded that this facility is in cohort two related to resuming the environmental rating scales (ERS). This means that the preparation year for your facility begins July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The assessment year begins July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, and the program must complete the ERS process during that year. Please visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) website for informational webinars related to the current process and infographics with information on activities to complete during the preparation year (ncrlap.org). Ensure that all staff members have submitted all education to DCDEE WORKS for evaluation prior to completing the ERS. If staff is not in WORKS, it will affect the program’s education points. You may also complete an ERS assessment prior to your reassessment year and only use the scores if they are acceptable to you. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS Technical assistance given regarding posting written reminders to return aerosol products to locked storage when not in use or not keeping them in the classroom. Continue to have the carpet cleaned every six (6) months according to the sanitation rules. I suggest having maintenance or staff spot clean between those major cleanings. Please be reminded that documentation of completed on-going training from approved trainers is due by September 15, 2024. I have noted you and N. Bumpers have two (2) hours completed thus far. Use the “On-Going Training Hours Log” to document training hours keep track of required and carry over hours. This log was discussed with you previously and can be found on the DCDEE website under “provider documents.” When the playground checks are completed, both pages must be documented to ensure all areas were monitored. Continue to monitor kick out mats placed under the swings to decrease wood chip displacement. They must remain in good repair and be removed or replaced when cracked, etc. Ensure the ASTM (safety standards) information is kept on-site for them and any other playground equipment. The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program is expanding to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. There are webinars that child care providers can watch to get instructions. Go to https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ for more information. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test for lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. All existing licensed programs should have completed the application summary for their program regarding lead paint and asbestos by May 1, 2024. The application is on the following website: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The rule also requires all licensed child care centers to test all drinking water faucets and food preparation sinks for lead contamination once every three years. I recommend you review the date of your initial lead water testing to see if you are due this year. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated January 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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: FRANKLINTON ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000150 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/15/2023 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 9/15/2023 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. T. Hunter, Lead Teacher, was present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued May 11, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 23, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 9, 2023 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed August 16, 2023 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed engaging in activity center play and outdoor play. up activity centers to line up for outdoor play. The teachers interacted with children in a nurturing manner. This program is an NC Pre-K class. NC Pre-K program requirements were monitored today. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned Franklin County Public Schools. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Documentation of arrival and departure times were only documented for two enrolled children. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. I observed at least 3 bolts protruding from the black boarder surrounding the play equipment, and a broken red driving wheel attached to the equipment. There is no gate on the playground to close at the entrance while children play on the playground. 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. I observed several aerosol containers and containers of Clorox, Lysol cleaning wipes and products that were stored in unlocked cabinets. .2820(b) 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. There was no documentation that parents received/reviewed the program’s smoking and tobacco restriction policy for one child. .0604(j) 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. Staff person has not completed the required Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within the first ninety (90) days of hire. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff did not complete the health and safety training within the first year of hire as an NC Pre-K teacher. .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. There was no documentation on file that two children reviewed the program’s SBS/AHT policy. .0608(b) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by September 29, 2023. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 93% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN & STAFF RECORDS I reviewed ten percent, or more, of children’s records, and three violations were documented. There is no documentation on file for two children that parents were given or reviewed the program’s Shaken Baby Syndrome / Abusive Head Trauma policy or the operational policies. One child does not have documentation that parents received/reviewed the program’s smoking and tobacco restriction policy. These policies must be reviewed and/or given to parents on or prior to the first day of enrollment with signed documentation. Child health assessments, vision/dental screenings and Immunization records are not due for children until 30 days after enrollment and this program started on September 5th. Ensure that when the health assessment is returned that the vision, hearing and dental screenings have been completed by October 5th as well. All staff files were reviewed, and two (2) violations were documented. NC Pre-K staff must complete the Health and Safety training within their first year of hire as well as the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within the first ninety (90) days of hire per Child Care Rules. The Maltreatment training is found on the preventchildabusenc.org website. You stated you are currently working on completing this training but have yet to complete it. We walked through where to find the Moodle page on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. The health and safety training may be taken there for free. OUTDOOR PLAY AREA While monitoring the playground I noted three violations. There are at least three bolts that were protruding from the black plastic border around the play equipment. I recommend that a staff person from maintenance hammer the bolts back into place to avoid possible injury while children play in the area. There is a broken red driving wheel attached to the play equipment that is broken and should be removed or replaced. I also observed a large ant hill near gym doors on the playground that needs to be treated to ensure it is not active. This will ensure that children are not at risk for ant bites if they happen step into the ant hill. The entrance to the playground did not have a gate attached the fence that can be closed while children play in the outdoor area. This is a violation of current Child Care Rules. SAFETY & HEALTH I observed several containers of aerosol Microban, Lysol and Clorox cleaning wipes, and other cleaning products stored in unlocked areas of the classroom. These areas included the large cabinet near the entrance, the cabinet below the sink and open shelves near the sink. You informed me that administration has been notified that you need an area to use for locked storage for these types of items. Keeping these items in locked storage ensures the children in care cannot use them incorrectly or ingest them which could result in injury. PROGRAM RECORDS I reviewed the documentation of arrival and departure times for enrolled children. There were only two children who had documentation of their daily arrival/departure times. Times must be documented as arrival and departures occur and must include the signature or initials of a responsible adult (this can be staff). I recommend keeping a written attendance in class as well in case the powerschools application is not functioning correctly. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS I informed you that while you have been the lead teacher of this NC Pre-K class for the since the last school year you are not listed in this site’s NC Pre-K Plan. There is no instructional assistant listed either. I encourage you to discuss this with T. Sidberry, NC Pre-K coordinator, and or Franklin-Granville-Vance Partnership to correct this. Please be reminded that documentation of completed on-going training from approved trainers is due by September 15, 2024. Use the “On-Going Training Hours Log” to document training hours keep track of required and carry over hours. This log was discussed with you last year and can be found on the DCDEE website under “provider documents.” Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated July 1, 2023, is available at the DCDEE website There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: FRANKLINTON ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000150 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/15/2023 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 9/15/2023 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. T. Hunter, Lead Teacher, was present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued May 11, 2020, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 23, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 9, 2023 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed August 16, 2023 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed engaging in activity center play and outdoor play. up activity centers to line up for outdoor play. The teachers interacted with children in a nurturing manner. This program is an NC Pre-K class. NC Pre-K program requirements were monitored today. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned Franklin County Public Schools. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Documentation of arrival and departure times were only documented for two enrolled children. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. I observed at least 3 bolts protruding from the black boarder surrounding the play equipment, and a broken red driving wheel attached to the equipment. There is no gate on the playground to close at the entrance while children play on the playground. 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. I observed several aerosol containers and containers of Clorox, Lysol cleaning wipes and products that were stored in unlocked cabinets. .2820(b) 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. There was no documentation that parents received/reviewed the program’s smoking and tobacco restriction policy for one child. .0604(j) 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. Staff person has not completed the required Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within the first ninety (90) days of hire. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff did not complete the health and safety training within the first year of hire as an NC Pre-K teacher. .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. There was no documentation on file that two children reviewed the program’s SBS/AHT policy. .0608(b) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by September 29, 2023. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 93% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN & STAFF RECORDS I reviewed ten percent, or more, of children’s records, and three violations were documented. There is no documentation on file for two children that parents were given or reviewed the program’s Shaken Baby Syndrome / Abusive Head Trauma policy or the operational policies. One child does not have documentation that parents received/reviewed the program’s smoking and tobacco restriction policy. These policies must be reviewed and/or given to parents on or prior to the first day of enrollment with signed documentation. Child health assessments, vision/dental screenings and Immunization records are not due for children until 30 days after enrollment and this program started on September 5th. Ensure that when the health assessment is returned that the vision, hearing and dental screenings have been completed by October 5th as well. All staff files were reviewed, and two (2) violations were documented. NC Pre-K staff must complete the Health and Safety training within their first year of hire as well as the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within the first ninety (90) days of hire per Child Care Rules. The Maltreatment training is found on the preventchildabusenc.org website. You stated you are currently working on completing this training but have yet to complete it. We walked through where to find the Moodle page on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. The health and safety training may be taken there for free. OUTDOOR PLAY AREA While monitoring the playground I noted three violations. There are at least three bolts that were protruding from the black plastic border around the play equipment. I recommend that a staff person from maintenance hammer the bolts back into place to avoid possible injury while children play in the area. There is a broken red driving wheel attached to the play equipment that is broken and should be removed or replaced. I also observed a large ant hill near gym doors on the playground that needs to be treated to ensure it is not active. This will ensure that children are not at risk for ant bites if they happen step into the ant hill. The entrance to the playground did not have a gate attached the fence that can be closed while children play in the outdoor area. This is a violation of current Child Care Rules. SAFETY & HEALTH I observed several containers of aerosol Microban, Lysol and Clorox cleaning wipes, and other cleaning products stored in unlocked areas of the classroom. These areas included the large cabinet near the entrance, the cabinet below the sink and open shelves near the sink. You informed me that administration has been notified that you need an area to use for locked storage for these types of items. Keeping these items in locked storage ensures the children in care cannot use them incorrectly or ingest them which could result in injury. PROGRAM RECORDS I reviewed the documentation of arrival and departure times for enrolled children. There were only two children who had documentation of their daily arrival/departure times. Times must be documented as arrival and departures occur and must include the signature or initials of a responsible adult (this can be staff). I recommend keeping a written attendance in class as well in case the powerschools application is not functioning correctly. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS I informed you that while you have been the lead teacher of this NC Pre-K class for the since the last school year you are not listed in this site’s NC Pre-K Plan. There is no instructional assistant listed either. I encourage you to discuss this with T. Sidberry, NC Pre-K coordinator, and or Franklin-Granville-Vance Partnership to correct this. Please be reminded that documentation of completed on-going training from approved trainers is due by September 15, 2024. Use the “On-Going Training Hours Log” to document training hours keep track of required and carry over hours. This log was discussed with you last year and can be found on the DCDEE website under “provider documents.” Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated July 1, 2023, is available at the DCDEE website There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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