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10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: A TODDLER TECH UNIVERSITY Facility ID: 36000325 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/11/2026 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 2/11/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 11:10 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 today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten. You, Rebecca Clinton, Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a four (4) star license issued February 4, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), 2nd shift, meets enhanced ratios, and meets enhanced space. Your facility uses Frog Street Curriculum in the two (2) NC Pre-Kindergarten classrooms and Creative Curriculum in the other classrooms.. The Secretary of State website was checked on February 11, 2026, and your business, C & C Carter, L.L.C., was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today and all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in outdoor play, lunch, nap, routines and free play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on December 19, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with seven (7) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on November 24, 2025. The last fire drill was conducted on January 5, 2026. The last emergency drill was conducted on December 22, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on January 5, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on June 26, 2025. Lead-based paint and asbestos hazards were identified during the inspections. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, repairs were completed and you received a “clearance report” for both lead-based paint and asbestos on July 25, 2024. I reviewed the ABCMS Provider portal prior to the visit. All current staff members were included in your facility portal. Six (6) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff file and eight (8) existing staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. A copy of the facility’s safe sleep policy was not posted in Space #4b, the space in which infants are enrolled, .0606(b) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. The most recent Health Questionnaire on file for one (1) staff member, employed on November 3, 2024 was dated November 6, 2024. The Health Questionnaire for one (1) staff member, employed on September 24, 2024, was not dated. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. The Emergency Information Form on file for all ten (10) staff members employed at the facility was not updated within the past year. .0701(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. The staff development plan and annual staff evaluations on file for all ten (10) staff members employed at the facility were not updated within the past year. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 25, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 95%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. The center must post a copy of its safe sleep policy about infant safe sleep practices in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers are able to view daily. I suggested you keep extra copies of the facility’s safe sleep policy in the room for infants so that a new copy may be put up if the policy falls off the wall or is misplaced. 2. All staff, including the director, must have a Health Questionnaire, signed by the staff member, that indicates that the person is emotionally and physically fit to care for children annually following the initial medical statement. I suggested you place all annual form updates in each staff member’s file immediately once they are completed to ensure no forms are misplaced. I also suggested you create a schedule to update all staff Health Questionnaire forms at least once per year to ensure they are all updated at least annually. Additionally, I suggested you document all the information regarding required items on the staff file checklist you have in each file. I reminded you to review all documentation when received to ensure it is fully completed and all required information is listed. 3. Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers, must have an Emergency Information Form, including the name, address, and telephone number of the person to be contacted in case of an emergency, and the responsible party's choice of health care professional on file on or before the first day of work. The emergency information must be updated as changes occur and at least annually. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is completed and on file prior to the staff member’s first day of employment. I also suggested you create a schedule to update all staff Emergency Information forms at least once per year to ensure they are all updated at least annually. Additionally, I suggested you document all information regarding required items on the staff file checklist you have in each staff file. 4. All employees must have an Annual Staff Evaluation and Staff Development Plan on file. I suggested you set a date each year to ensure staff evaluations and staff development plans are completed in a timely manner. I also suggested you create a document to track staff evaluations and staff development plans to ensure they are conducted at least annually. Consultation: We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environmental rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to Deirdre Sykes, your technical assistant with the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties, to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .3009 · Violation

Name of Operation: A TODDLER TECH UNIVERSITY Facility ID: 36000325 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/11/2026 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 2/11/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 11:10 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 today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten. You, Rebecca Clinton, Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a four (4) star license issued February 4, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), 2nd shift, meets enhanced ratios, and meets enhanced space. Your facility uses Frog Street Curriculum in the two (2) NC Pre-Kindergarten classrooms and Creative Curriculum in the other classrooms.. The Secretary of State website was checked on February 11, 2026, and your business, C & C Carter, L.L.C., was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today and all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in outdoor play, lunch, nap, routines and free play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on December 19, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with seven (7) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on November 24, 2025. The last fire drill was conducted on January 5, 2026. The last emergency drill was conducted on December 22, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on January 5, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on June 26, 2025. Lead-based paint and asbestos hazards were identified during the inspections. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, repairs were completed and you received a “clearance report” for both lead-based paint and asbestos on July 25, 2024. I reviewed the ABCMS Provider portal prior to the visit. All current staff members were included in your facility portal. Six (6) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff file and eight (8) existing staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. A copy of the facility’s safe sleep policy was not posted in Space #4b, the space in which infants are enrolled, .0606(b) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. The most recent Health Questionnaire on file for one (1) staff member, employed on November 3, 2024 was dated November 6, 2024. The Health Questionnaire for one (1) staff member, employed on September 24, 2024, was not dated. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. The Emergency Information Form on file for all ten (10) staff members employed at the facility was not updated within the past year. .0701(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. The staff development plan and annual staff evaluations on file for all ten (10) staff members employed at the facility were not updated within the past year. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 25, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 95%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. The center must post a copy of its safe sleep policy about infant safe sleep practices in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers are able to view daily. I suggested you keep extra copies of the facility’s safe sleep policy in the room for infants so that a new copy may be put up if the policy falls off the wall or is misplaced. 2. All staff, including the director, must have a Health Questionnaire, signed by the staff member, that indicates that the person is emotionally and physically fit to care for children annually following the initial medical statement. I suggested you place all annual form updates in each staff member’s file immediately once they are completed to ensure no forms are misplaced. I also suggested you create a schedule to update all staff Health Questionnaire forms at least once per year to ensure they are all updated at least annually. Additionally, I suggested you document all the information regarding required items on the staff file checklist you have in each file. I reminded you to review all documentation when received to ensure it is fully completed and all required information is listed. 3. Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers, must have an Emergency Information Form, including the name, address, and telephone number of the person to be contacted in case of an emergency, and the responsible party's choice of health care professional on file on or before the first day of work. The emergency information must be updated as changes occur and at least annually. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is completed and on file prior to the staff member’s first day of employment. I also suggested you create a schedule to update all staff Emergency Information forms at least once per year to ensure they are all updated at least annually. Additionally, I suggested you document all information regarding required items on the staff file checklist you have in each staff file. 4. All employees must have an Annual Staff Evaluation and Staff Development Plan on file. I suggested you set a date each year to ensure staff evaluations and staff development plans are completed in a timely manner. I also suggested you create a document to track staff evaluations and staff development plans to ensure they are conducted at least annually. Consultation: We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environmental rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to Deirdre Sykes, your technical assistant with the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties, to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: A TODDLER TECH UNIVERSITY Facility ID: 36000325 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/11/2026 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 2/11/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 11:10 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 today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten. You, Rebecca Clinton, Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a four (4) star license issued February 4, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), 2nd shift, meets enhanced ratios, and meets enhanced space. Your facility uses Frog Street Curriculum in the two (2) NC Pre-Kindergarten classrooms and Creative Curriculum in the other classrooms.. The Secretary of State website was checked on February 11, 2026, and your business, C & C Carter, L.L.C., was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today and all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in outdoor play, lunch, nap, routines and free play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on December 19, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with seven (7) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on November 24, 2025. The last fire drill was conducted on January 5, 2026. The last emergency drill was conducted on December 22, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on January 5, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on June 26, 2025. Lead-based paint and asbestos hazards were identified during the inspections. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, repairs were completed and you received a “clearance report” for both lead-based paint and asbestos on July 25, 2024. I reviewed the ABCMS Provider portal prior to the visit. All current staff members were included in your facility portal. Six (6) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff file and eight (8) existing staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. A copy of the facility’s safe sleep policy was not posted in Space #4b, the space in which infants are enrolled, .0606(b) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. The most recent Health Questionnaire on file for one (1) staff member, employed on November 3, 2024 was dated November 6, 2024. The Health Questionnaire for one (1) staff member, employed on September 24, 2024, was not dated. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. The Emergency Information Form on file for all ten (10) staff members employed at the facility was not updated within the past year. .0701(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. The staff development plan and annual staff evaluations on file for all ten (10) staff members employed at the facility were not updated within the past year. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 25, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 95%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. The center must post a copy of its safe sleep policy about infant safe sleep practices in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers are able to view daily. I suggested you keep extra copies of the facility’s safe sleep policy in the room for infants so that a new copy may be put up if the policy falls off the wall or is misplaced. 2. All staff, including the director, must have a Health Questionnaire, signed by the staff member, that indicates that the person is emotionally and physically fit to care for children annually following the initial medical statement. I suggested you place all annual form updates in each staff member’s file immediately once they are completed to ensure no forms are misplaced. I also suggested you create a schedule to update all staff Health Questionnaire forms at least once per year to ensure they are all updated at least annually. Additionally, I suggested you document all the information regarding required items on the staff file checklist you have in each file. I reminded you to review all documentation when received to ensure it is fully completed and all required information is listed. 3. Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers, must have an Emergency Information Form, including the name, address, and telephone number of the person to be contacted in case of an emergency, and the responsible party's choice of health care professional on file on or before the first day of work. The emergency information must be updated as changes occur and at least annually. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is completed and on file prior to the staff member’s first day of employment. I also suggested you create a schedule to update all staff Emergency Information forms at least once per year to ensure they are all updated at least annually. Additionally, I suggested you document all information regarding required items on the staff file checklist you have in each staff file. 4. All employees must have an Annual Staff Evaluation and Staff Development Plan on file. I suggested you set a date each year to ensure staff evaluations and staff development plans are completed in a timely manner. I also suggested you create a document to track staff evaluations and staff development plans to ensure they are conducted at least annually. Consultation: We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environmental rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to Deirdre Sykes, your technical assistant with the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties, to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1803 · Violation

Name of Operation: A TODDLER TECH UNIVERSITY Facility ID: 36000325 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1025-342L Visit Date: 10/29/2025 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 10/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 11:50 AM Time Out: 01:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to investigate a report received on October 23, 2025, alleging violations of child care requirements. The allegations were regarding discipline. You, Rebecca Clinton, Administrator, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a four (4) star license issued February 4, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), 2nd shift, meets enhanced ratios, and meets enhanced space. The Secretary of State website was checked on October 29, 2025, and your business, C & C Carter, L.L.C., was active and was active and not current. I discussed with you that per the NC Secretary of State website your LLC received a notice on Notice of Grounds for Administrative Dissolution on September 5, 2025. Your annual report needs to be submitted to NC Secretary of State as required as soon as possible. An administrative action may be recommended if your LLC is dissolved. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. I emailed you a copy of the Notice of Grounds for Administrative Dissolution during the visit. The allegations were discussed with you and four (4) additional staff members during today’s visit. You and additional staff members interviewed had an opportunity to ask questions, state perceptions of the situation and provide pertinent information in response to the allegation. You and staff interviewed stated that you have no concerns regarding staff disciplining children in an inappropriate way. You and staff interviewed stated you have not witnessed and are not aware of any staff members handling children in a rough or inappropriate manner. You and staff interviewed stated you have not observed and are not aware of any staff member disciplining any child in a physical way. You and staff interviewed stated children are not disciplined for not sleeping during rest time. You and staff interviewed stated children who do not sleep during rest time are offered alternate, quiet activities, such as a book. I conducted observation in three (3) spaces, Space #1, Space #2, and Space #3, where children were present during the visit. Children were participating in nap during the visit. No improper discipline was observed during the visit. No children were observed to be handled roughly, and no children were observed to be disciplined for not sleeping during rest time. I observed staff members moving around the classroom to check on children and offer alternate activities to children who were not sleeping. Based on staff interviews and observation, the allegation regarding discipline was unsubstantiated. The following violation, unrelated to the allegation, was documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 614 Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use. In Space #2, two cots on the carpet to the right of the teacher’s desk were placed seven (7) inches apart, and two (2) additional cots on the carpet to the right of the teacher’s desk were placed thirteen (13) inches apart. In Space #3, two cots to the right of the door to the child care office were placed twelve (12) inches apart. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(e) The violation documented must be corrected immediately. On or before November 12, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violation was corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 96%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. When in use, cribs, cots, mats and playpens must be placed at least eighteen (18) inches apart or separated by partitions which prevent physical contact. I suggested you review this information with all staff members. I also suggested you cut a piece of yarn or ribbon to eighteen (18) inches to use to measure space when placing cots, or put a mark on the ground to indicate cot placement to ensure appropriate spacing between cots. Consultation: We reviewed child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1803 PROHIBITED DISCIPLINE IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) No child shall be subjected to any form of corporal punishment by the owner, operator, director, or staff of any child care center. For purposes of this Rule, "staff" shall mean any regular or substitute caregiver, any volunteer, and any auxiliary personnel, including cooks, secretaries, janitors, maids, or vehicle drivers. The following shall apply at all child care centers: (1) no child shall be handled roughly in any way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking; (2) no child shall be placed in a locked room, closet, or box or be left alone in a room separated from staff; (3) no discipline shall be delegated to another child; (4) no food shall be withheld as punishment or given as a means of reward; (5) no child shall be disciplined for toileting accidents; (6) no child shall be disciplined for not sleeping during rest period; (7) no child shall be disciplined by assigning chores that require contact with or use of hazardous materials, such as cleaning bathrooms, floors, or emptying diaper pails; (8) physical activity, such as running laps and doing push-ups, shall not be withheld as punishment or required as punishment; (9) no child shall be yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened, or bullied; and (10) no child shall be restrained as a form of discipline unless the child's safety or the safety of others is at risk. For purposes of this Rule, "restraining" shall mean that a caregiver physically holds a child in a manner that restricts the child's movement, for a minimum amount of time necessary to ensure a safe environment. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Rule, no child shall be restrained through the use of heavy objects, including a caregiver's body, or any device such as straps, blankets, car seats, or cribs. (b) Discipline practices shall be age and developmentally appropriate. I encouraged you to review your facility’s discipline policy with all staff during the hiring process and annually thereafter. Alternate quiet activities should be offered for children who do not wish to sleep during nap time. I suggested you continue to offer children books, or small toys they may use during nap time if they do not sleep. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: A TODDLER TECH UNIVERSITY Facility ID: 36000325 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1025-342L Visit Date: 10/29/2025 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 10/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 11:50 AM Time Out: 01:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to investigate a report received on October 23, 2025, alleging violations of child care requirements. The allegations were regarding discipline. You, Rebecca Clinton, Administrator, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a four (4) star license issued February 4, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), 2nd shift, meets enhanced ratios, and meets enhanced space. The Secretary of State website was checked on October 29, 2025, and your business, C & C Carter, L.L.C., was active and was active and not current. I discussed with you that per the NC Secretary of State website your LLC received a notice on Notice of Grounds for Administrative Dissolution on September 5, 2025. Your annual report needs to be submitted to NC Secretary of State as required as soon as possible. An administrative action may be recommended if your LLC is dissolved. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. I emailed you a copy of the Notice of Grounds for Administrative Dissolution during the visit. The allegations were discussed with you and four (4) additional staff members during today’s visit. You and additional staff members interviewed had an opportunity to ask questions, state perceptions of the situation and provide pertinent information in response to the allegation. You and staff interviewed stated that you have no concerns regarding staff disciplining children in an inappropriate way. You and staff interviewed stated you have not witnessed and are not aware of any staff members handling children in a rough or inappropriate manner. You and staff interviewed stated you have not observed and are not aware of any staff member disciplining any child in a physical way. You and staff interviewed stated children are not disciplined for not sleeping during rest time. You and staff interviewed stated children who do not sleep during rest time are offered alternate, quiet activities, such as a book. I conducted observation in three (3) spaces, Space #1, Space #2, and Space #3, where children were present during the visit. Children were participating in nap during the visit. No improper discipline was observed during the visit. No children were observed to be handled roughly, and no children were observed to be disciplined for not sleeping during rest time. I observed staff members moving around the classroom to check on children and offer alternate activities to children who were not sleeping. Based on staff interviews and observation, the allegation regarding discipline was unsubstantiated. The following violation, unrelated to the allegation, was documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 614 Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use. In Space #2, two cots on the carpet to the right of the teacher’s desk were placed seven (7) inches apart, and two (2) additional cots on the carpet to the right of the teacher’s desk were placed thirteen (13) inches apart. In Space #3, two cots to the right of the door to the child care office were placed twelve (12) inches apart. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(e) The violation documented must be corrected immediately. On or before November 12, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violation was corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 96%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. When in use, cribs, cots, mats and playpens must be placed at least eighteen (18) inches apart or separated by partitions which prevent physical contact. I suggested you review this information with all staff members. I also suggested you cut a piece of yarn or ribbon to eighteen (18) inches to use to measure space when placing cots, or put a mark on the ground to indicate cot placement to ensure appropriate spacing between cots. Consultation: We reviewed child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1803 PROHIBITED DISCIPLINE IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) No child shall be subjected to any form of corporal punishment by the owner, operator, director, or staff of any child care center. For purposes of this Rule, "staff" shall mean any regular or substitute caregiver, any volunteer, and any auxiliary personnel, including cooks, secretaries, janitors, maids, or vehicle drivers. The following shall apply at all child care centers: (1) no child shall be handled roughly in any way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking; (2) no child shall be placed in a locked room, closet, or box or be left alone in a room separated from staff; (3) no discipline shall be delegated to another child; (4) no food shall be withheld as punishment or given as a means of reward; (5) no child shall be disciplined for toileting accidents; (6) no child shall be disciplined for not sleeping during rest period; (7) no child shall be disciplined by assigning chores that require contact with or use of hazardous materials, such as cleaning bathrooms, floors, or emptying diaper pails; (8) physical activity, such as running laps and doing push-ups, shall not be withheld as punishment or required as punishment; (9) no child shall be yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened, or bullied; and (10) no child shall be restrained as a form of discipline unless the child's safety or the safety of others is at risk. For purposes of this Rule, "restraining" shall mean that a caregiver physically holds a child in a manner that restricts the child's movement, for a minimum amount of time necessary to ensure a safe environment. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Rule, no child shall be restrained through the use of heavy objects, including a caregiver's body, or any device such as straps, blankets, car seats, or cribs. (b) Discipline practices shall be age and developmentally appropriate. I encouraged you to review your facility’s discipline policy with all staff during the hiring process and annually thereafter. Alternate quiet activities should be offered for children who do not wish to sleep during nap time. I suggested you continue to offer children books, or small toys they may use during nap time if they do not sleep. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: A TODDLER TECH UNIVERSITY Facility ID: 36000325 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/3/2025 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 9/3/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 122 Time In: 07:48 AM Time Out: 09:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. You, Rebecca Clinton, Administrator, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four (4) star license issued February 4, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), 2nd shift, meets enhanced ratios, and meets enhanced space. The Secretary of State website was checked on September 3, 2025, and your business, C & C Carter, L.L.C., was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on May 28, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with six (6) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The most recent fire drill was conducted on August 29, 2025, the most recent emergency drill was conducted on June 26, 2025, and the most recent playground inspection was conducted on July 10, 2025. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on June 26, 2025. Lead-based paint and asbestos hazards were identified during the inspections. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, repairs were completed and you received a “clearance report” for both lead-based paint and asbestos on July 25, 2024. You have created an ABCMS provider portal and entered some staff into the portal. Information entered into this portal should be updated on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. 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. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Please complete the process of entering all current staff members into your provider portal. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, breakfast, group time, and free play during the visit. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training, and Criminal Background Checks. One (1) new staff member was hired since the last visit. The following violations were observed/documented during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The most recent playground inspection documented was conducted on July 10, 2025. .0605(q) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The qualifying letter for one (1) staff member, Christine Wingo, present and caring for children during the visit, expired on June 25, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualifying letter was not on file for one (1) staff member, Christine Wingo, who was present and caring for children during the visit. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 9995 A violation was found for which there is no item number. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL (b) Effective measures shall be taken to keep uncontained insects, rodents, and other vermin out of the child care centers and to prevent their breeding or presence on the premises. Traps shall only be placed in areas inaccessible to children. On Playground #3, active ant hills were observed on the ground between the tree closest to the building and the shed. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 17, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 96%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. A monthly playground inspection must be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person must make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist is to be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and must be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. Continue to use the playground inspection checklist provided by DCDEE. This checklist may also be accessed through the following link: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/P/Playground_Inspection_Checklist.pdf?ver=CxfeyCmo15O0_ztbu2--ng%3d%3d. I suggested you plan to conduct the playground inspections on the same day fire drills are conducted to ensure a month does not get skipped. After completion of the inspection, I suggested you immediately complete the documentation of the check on the checklist and place the inspection checklist in your playground inspection notebook to ensure it is on file and available for review at all times. 2. Prior to the expiration date of the current qualifying letter, all staff members must complete and submit the required forms and information to complete a criminal background check. All staff members must have a valid qualifying letter on file. I suggested you set calendar reminders, or create a working document to track the expiration dates of the qualifying letters for all staff members to ensure all staff members maintain a current and valid qualifying letter. I suggested you use the ABCMS Provider Portal to keep track of expiration dates of qualifying letters for all staff members. I also suggested you remind staff two (2) months prior to the expiration date of their qualifying letter to complete an application for an updated qualifying letter to begin the process. Additionally, I suggested that you review staff files regularly to ensure no qualifying letters have expired. 3. Effective measures shall be taken to keep uncontained insects, rodents, and other vermin out of the child care centers and to prevent their breeding or presence on the premises. Traps may only be placed in areas inaccessible to children. I suggested you remind staff members to check playgrounds each day to ensure there are no hazards, including ant hills. I also suggested you document any active ant hills on the playground inspection form. I reminded you that active ant hills should be treated immediately. You stated you would treat the ant hills today. This area should be made inaccessible to children until the ant hills are treated and no longer present. Consultation We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environmental rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to Deirdre Sykes, your technical assistant with the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties, to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. I provided you with a copy of the North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development Book during the visit. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: A TODDLER TECH UNIVERSITY Facility ID: 36000325 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/4/2025 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 3/4/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 189 Time In: 08:36 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten. You, Rebecca Clinton, Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a four (4) star license issued February 4, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), second shift, meets enhanced ratios, and meets enhanced space. You stated you do not have any children enrolled on second shift at this time. The Secretary of State website was checked on March 4, 2025, and your business, C & C Carter, L.L.C., was active and not current. I discussed with you that per the NC Secretary of State website your LLC received a notice on Notice of Annual Report on September 23, 2024. Your annual report needs to be submitted to NC Secretary of State as required as soon as possible. An administrative action may be recommended if your LLC is dissolved. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in breakfast, routines, lunch, free play, group time, and outdoor play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on June 4, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with five (5) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire drill was conducted on February 3, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on December 23, 2024. The last playground inspection was conducted on February 3, 2025. Nine (9) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Three (3) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. In Space #1, one (1) child was not signed out on February 10, 2025, six (6) children were not signed out on February 14, 2025, two (2) children were not signed in and four (4) children were not signed out on February 18, 2025, two (2) children were not signed in on February 21, 2025, four (4) children were not signed out on February 24, 2025, five (5) children were not signed out on February 25, 2025, five (5) children were not signed out on February 26, 2025, one (1) child was not signed in and three (3) children were not signed out on February 27, 2025, six (6) children were not signed in and three (3) children were not signed out on February 28, 2025, and six (6) children were not signed in on March 3, 2025. In Space #2, two (2) children were not signed out on February 18, 2025, one (1) child was not signed out on February 21, 2025, three (3) children were not signed out on February 24, 2025, two (2) children were not signed out on February 25, 2025, one (1) child was not signed out on February 28, 2025, two (2) children were not signed in and two (2) children were not signed out on March 3, 2025, and three (3) children were not signed in on March 4, 2025. In Space #3, one (1) child was not signed out on February 28, 2025. In Space #4a, one (1) child was not signed in on February 27, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio applicable to each classroom based on your facility’s permit restrictions was not posted in Space #2 or Space #4a. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) staff member, employed on January 10, 2025, did not have an emergency information form on file. .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) staff member, employed on January 10, 2025, received three (3) of the required sixteen (16) hours of orientation. .1101(a) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 18, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 91%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Keep daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center. This can be completed by parents, teachers, or both. I suggested you discuss the importance of signing children in and out of the facility each day with parents. I also suggested you remind staff members to sign children in and out in the event that the parent fails to do so. 2. The staff/child ratio applicable to a classroom based on your facility’s permit restrictions must be posted in that classroom in an area that parents are able to view at all times. I suggested you keep extra copies of the staff/child ratio sheet in each classroom so that it can be replaced if the posting falls. I provided you with staff/child ratio sheets during today’s visit. You posted staff/child ratio sheets in each classroom during today’s visit. 3. Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers, must have an Emergency Information Form, including the name, address, and telephone number of the person to be contacted in case of an emergency, and the responsible party's choice of health care professional on file on or before the first day of work. The emergency information must be updated as changes occur and at least annually. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is completed and on file prior to the staff member’s first day of employment. You had extra copies of the emergency information form available. You had the staff member complete the emergency information form and placed in the staff member’s file during the visit. 4. Each center must ensure that each new employee who is expected to have contact with children receives 16 hours of on-site orientation within the first six weeks of employment. As part of this orientation, each new employee must complete six hours of orientation within the first two weeks of employment. Please continue to use the Orientation Form found on the DCDEE website. I suggested you document all orientation on the Orientation Form as soon as it is completed. I suggested you set calendar reminders to ensure each new employee’s orientation is completed within the required timeframes. Consultation: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. 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. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS system is implemented. Programs still have the option to choose to voluntarily complete the star rated license reassessment if they so desire. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .3009 · Violation

Name of Operation: A TODDLER TECH UNIVERSITY Facility ID: 36000325 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/4/2025 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 3/4/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 189 Time In: 08:36 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten. You, Rebecca Clinton, Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a four (4) star license issued February 4, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), second shift, meets enhanced ratios, and meets enhanced space. You stated you do not have any children enrolled on second shift at this time. The Secretary of State website was checked on March 4, 2025, and your business, C & C Carter, L.L.C., was active and not current. I discussed with you that per the NC Secretary of State website your LLC received a notice on Notice of Annual Report on September 23, 2024. Your annual report needs to be submitted to NC Secretary of State as required as soon as possible. An administrative action may be recommended if your LLC is dissolved. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in breakfast, routines, lunch, free play, group time, and outdoor play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on June 4, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with five (5) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire drill was conducted on February 3, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on December 23, 2024. The last playground inspection was conducted on February 3, 2025. Nine (9) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Three (3) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. In Space #1, one (1) child was not signed out on February 10, 2025, six (6) children were not signed out on February 14, 2025, two (2) children were not signed in and four (4) children were not signed out on February 18, 2025, two (2) children were not signed in on February 21, 2025, four (4) children were not signed out on February 24, 2025, five (5) children were not signed out on February 25, 2025, five (5) children were not signed out on February 26, 2025, one (1) child was not signed in and three (3) children were not signed out on February 27, 2025, six (6) children were not signed in and three (3) children were not signed out on February 28, 2025, and six (6) children were not signed in on March 3, 2025. In Space #2, two (2) children were not signed out on February 18, 2025, one (1) child was not signed out on February 21, 2025, three (3) children were not signed out on February 24, 2025, two (2) children were not signed out on February 25, 2025, one (1) child was not signed out on February 28, 2025, two (2) children were not signed in and two (2) children were not signed out on March 3, 2025, and three (3) children were not signed in on March 4, 2025. In Space #3, one (1) child was not signed out on February 28, 2025. In Space #4a, one (1) child was not signed in on February 27, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio applicable to each classroom based on your facility’s permit restrictions was not posted in Space #2 or Space #4a. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) staff member, employed on January 10, 2025, did not have an emergency information form on file. .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) staff member, employed on January 10, 2025, received three (3) of the required sixteen (16) hours of orientation. .1101(a) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 18, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 91%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Keep daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center. This can be completed by parents, teachers, or both. I suggested you discuss the importance of signing children in and out of the facility each day with parents. I also suggested you remind staff members to sign children in and out in the event that the parent fails to do so. 2. The staff/child ratio applicable to a classroom based on your facility’s permit restrictions must be posted in that classroom in an area that parents are able to view at all times. I suggested you keep extra copies of the staff/child ratio sheet in each classroom so that it can be replaced if the posting falls. I provided you with staff/child ratio sheets during today’s visit. You posted staff/child ratio sheets in each classroom during today’s visit. 3. Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers, must have an Emergency Information Form, including the name, address, and telephone number of the person to be contacted in case of an emergency, and the responsible party's choice of health care professional on file on or before the first day of work. The emergency information must be updated as changes occur and at least annually. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is completed and on file prior to the staff member’s first day of employment. You had extra copies of the emergency information form available. You had the staff member complete the emergency information form and placed in the staff member’s file during the visit. 4. Each center must ensure that each new employee who is expected to have contact with children receives 16 hours of on-site orientation within the first six weeks of employment. As part of this orientation, each new employee must complete six hours of orientation within the first two weeks of employment. Please continue to use the Orientation Form found on the DCDEE website. I suggested you document all orientation on the Orientation Form as soon as it is completed. I suggested you set calendar reminders to ensure each new employee’s orientation is completed within the required timeframes. Consultation: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. 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. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS system is implemented. Programs still have the option to choose to voluntarily complete the star rated license reassessment if they so desire. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: A TODDLER TECH UNIVERSITY Facility ID: 36000325 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/4/2025 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 3/4/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 189 Time In: 08:36 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten. You, Rebecca Clinton, Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a four (4) star license issued February 4, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), second shift, meets enhanced ratios, and meets enhanced space. You stated you do not have any children enrolled on second shift at this time. The Secretary of State website was checked on March 4, 2025, and your business, C & C Carter, L.L.C., was active and not current. I discussed with you that per the NC Secretary of State website your LLC received a notice on Notice of Annual Report on September 23, 2024. Your annual report needs to be submitted to NC Secretary of State as required as soon as possible. An administrative action may be recommended if your LLC is dissolved. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in breakfast, routines, lunch, free play, group time, and outdoor play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on June 4, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with five (5) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire drill was conducted on February 3, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on December 23, 2024. The last playground inspection was conducted on February 3, 2025. Nine (9) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Three (3) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. In Space #1, one (1) child was not signed out on February 10, 2025, six (6) children were not signed out on February 14, 2025, two (2) children were not signed in and four (4) children were not signed out on February 18, 2025, two (2) children were not signed in on February 21, 2025, four (4) children were not signed out on February 24, 2025, five (5) children were not signed out on February 25, 2025, five (5) children were not signed out on February 26, 2025, one (1) child was not signed in and three (3) children were not signed out on February 27, 2025, six (6) children were not signed in and three (3) children were not signed out on February 28, 2025, and six (6) children were not signed in on March 3, 2025. In Space #2, two (2) children were not signed out on February 18, 2025, one (1) child was not signed out on February 21, 2025, three (3) children were not signed out on February 24, 2025, two (2) children were not signed out on February 25, 2025, one (1) child was not signed out on February 28, 2025, two (2) children were not signed in and two (2) children were not signed out on March 3, 2025, and three (3) children were not signed in on March 4, 2025. In Space #3, one (1) child was not signed out on February 28, 2025. In Space #4a, one (1) child was not signed in on February 27, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio applicable to each classroom based on your facility’s permit restrictions was not posted in Space #2 or Space #4a. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) staff member, employed on January 10, 2025, did not have an emergency information form on file. .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) staff member, employed on January 10, 2025, received three (3) of the required sixteen (16) hours of orientation. .1101(a) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 18, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 91%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Keep daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center. This can be completed by parents, teachers, or both. I suggested you discuss the importance of signing children in and out of the facility each day with parents. I also suggested you remind staff members to sign children in and out in the event that the parent fails to do so. 2. The staff/child ratio applicable to a classroom based on your facility’s permit restrictions must be posted in that classroom in an area that parents are able to view at all times. I suggested you keep extra copies of the staff/child ratio sheet in each classroom so that it can be replaced if the posting falls. I provided you with staff/child ratio sheets during today’s visit. You posted staff/child ratio sheets in each classroom during today’s visit. 3. Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers, must have an Emergency Information Form, including the name, address, and telephone number of the person to be contacted in case of an emergency, and the responsible party's choice of health care professional on file on or before the first day of work. The emergency information must be updated as changes occur and at least annually. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is completed and on file prior to the staff member’s first day of employment. You had extra copies of the emergency information form available. You had the staff member complete the emergency information form and placed in the staff member’s file during the visit. 4. Each center must ensure that each new employee who is expected to have contact with children receives 16 hours of on-site orientation within the first six weeks of employment. As part of this orientation, each new employee must complete six hours of orientation within the first two weeks of employment. Please continue to use the Orientation Form found on the DCDEE website. I suggested you document all orientation on the Orientation Form as soon as it is completed. I suggested you set calendar reminders to ensure each new employee’s orientation is completed within the required timeframes. Consultation: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. 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. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS system is implemented. Programs still have the option to choose to voluntarily complete the star rated license reassessment if they so desire. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: A TODDLER TECH UNIVERSITY Facility ID: 36000325 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/7/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 8/7/2024 Age: From 2 To 10 Total Minutes: 64 Time In: 08:16 AM Time Out: 09:20 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. You, Rebecca Clinton, Administrator, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four (4) star license issued February 4, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), 2nd shift, meets enhanced ratios, and meets enhanced space. You stated you currently have no children enrolled on 2nd shift. The Secretary of State website was checked on August 7, 2024, and your business, C & C Carter, L.L.C., was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on June 4, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with five (5) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on November 9, 2023. The most recent fire drill was conducted on July 31, 2024, the most recent emergency drill was conducted on June 21, 2024, and the most recent playground inspection was conducted on June 26, 2024. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environments. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, breakfast, free play, and outdoor play during the visit. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training, and Criminal Background Checks. No new staff members were hired since the last visit. The following violation was observed/documented during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The most recent playground inspection documented was conducted on June 26, 2024. .0605(q) The violation documented must be corrected immediately. On or before August 21, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violation was corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 91%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. A monthly playground inspection must be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person must make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist is to be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and must be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. Continue to use the playground inspection checklist which may be found online at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/providers/credent.asp. I suggested you plan to conduct the playground inspections on the same day fire drills are conducted to ensure a month does not get skipped. After completion of the inspection be sure to document the inspection on the checklist, and immediately place the inspection checklist on your playground inspection clipboard to ensure it is on file and available for review at all times. Consultation Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS system is implemented. Programs still have the option to choose to voluntarily complete the star rated license reassessment if they so desire. You completed environmental rating scales on May 16, 2024. We reviewed the rating scales report and all low scoring items on June 20, 2024, on the phone. Technical assistance was provided at that time on all low scoring items. You stated you have not decided at this time if you wish to move forward with processing the rated license. Please contact me if you do wish to move forward with processing the rated license. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: A TODDLER TECH UNIVERSITY Facility ID: 36000325 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/19/2024 Number Present: 43 Completed Date: 3/19/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 205 Time In: 09:25 AM Time Out: 12:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements. You, Rebecca Clinton, Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a four (4) star license issued February 4, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care) 2nd shift, meets enhanced ratios, and meets enhanced space. The Secretary of State website was checked on March 6, 2024, and your business, C & C Carter, L.L.C., was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on December 1, 2023. A “superior” classification was issued with nine (9) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on November 9, 2023. The last fire drill was conducted on March 14, 2024. The last emergency drill was conducted on August 31, 2023. The last playground inspection was conducted on March 14, 2024. Seven (7) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff file and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) staff member, employed on January 16, 2024, did not receive any orientation. .1101(a) 1311 Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. The emergency information for one (1) child, enrolled on June 1, 2022, was last updated on May 26, 2022. .0802(c) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was conducted on August 31, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit and license ID number in the letter. I must receive your compliance statement by April 2, 2024. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 87%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Each center must ensure that each new employee who is expected to have contact with children receives 16 hours of on-site orientation within the first six weeks of employment. As part of this orientation, each new employee must complete six hours of orientation within the first two weeks of employment. Please continue to use the Orientation Form found on the DCDEE website. Document completion of the orientation on the Orientation Form immediately as each section is completed. I suggested you set calendar reminders to ensure each new employee’s orientation is completed within the required timeframes. 2. Emergency medical care information must be on file for each child. That information must include: (1) the name, address, and telephone number of the parent or other person to be contacted in case of an emergency; (2) the responsible party's choice of health care professional; (3) any chronic illness and any medication taken for that illness; and (4) any other information that has a direct bearing on ensuring safe medical treatment for the child. This emergency medical care information must be on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and must be updated as changes occur and at least annually. I suggested you create a schedule to have all families update emergency information regularly to ensure the information is updated at least annually. Once an updated emergency information form is received, place it directly in the file so that the forms are not misplaced. 3. Shelter-in-Place or Lockdown drills must be completed at least once every three (3) months. Continue to document drills on the drill log form found on the DCDEE website. I suggested you set calendar reminders to ensure the drills are conducted in a timely manner. Consultation: You stated you wish to complete the Environmental Rating Scales during you prep year. You stated you would like me to order the rating scales on March 28, 2024. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: A TODDLER TECH UNIVERSITY Facility ID: 36000325 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/14/2023 Number Present: 44 Completed Date: 11/14/2023 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 99 Time In: 08:31 AM Time Out: 10:10 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. You, Rebecca Clinton, Administrator, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four (4) star license issued February 4, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including first shift (daytime care), second shift, meets enhanced ratio, and meets enhanced space. The Secretary of State website was checked on November 14, 2023 and your business, C & C Carter, LLC was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in outdoor play, routines, breakfast, group time, and free play during today’s visit. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training, and Criminal Background Checks. No new staff members were hired since the last visit. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on January 31, 2023. A superior sanitation classification was issued with twelve (12) demerits. The most recent approved fire inspection for your facility was conducted on November 9, 2023. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. In Space #1, one (1) Symbicort Inhalation Aerosol expired October 2023. .0803(12) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. The First Aid Certification for one (1) staff member, employed on August 19, 2013, expired on October 18, 2023. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. The CPR Certification for one (1) staff member, employed on August 19, 2013, expired on October 18, 2023. .1102(d) 1834 Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services. The medical action plan on file for one (1) child diagnosed with asthma, had Albuterol listed for the medication to be administered; however, the child only had Symbicort present at the facility. .0801(b) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Space #1, there was no Permission to Administer Medication Form for one (1) Symbicort Inhalation Aerosol. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit and license ID number in the letter. I must receive your compliance statement by November 28, 2023. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 91%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Any medication remaining after the course of treatment is completed, after authorization is withdrawn or after authorization or medication has expired must be returned to the child's parents. Any medication the parent fails to retrieve within 72 hours of completion of treatment, or withdrawal of authorization, should be discarded. For emergency medications, obtain a new prescription from the parent to ensure necessary medications are on site at all times. Standing permission to administer medications for chronic illnesses may be given for up to six (6) months. Continue to use the Medication Administration Permission Form and Log found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab. Teachers should check medications when brought into the facility and on a regular basis thereafter to ensure they have not expired. 2. All staff members must maintain active CPR/First Aid certification. New staff members have ninety days from their date of hire to complete the training. For existing staff, schedule classes two to four months prior to the current certifications’ expiration to ensure certification does not expire. I reviewed the training calendar for the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties and informed you that there is a CPR/First Aid Class scheduled for today at 6:00pm. I suggested you reach out to the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties to attempt to enroll the staff member in the class. 3. For any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services, a medical action plan must be attached to the application. The medical action plan is to be completed by the child's parent or a health care professional and may include the following: a list of the child's diagnosis or diagnoses including dietary, environmental, and activity considerations that are applicable; contact information for the child's health care professional(s); medications to be administered on a scheduled basis; and medications to be administered on an emergency basis with symptoms, and instructions. The medical action plan is to be updated on an annual basis and when changes to the plan are made by the child's parent or health care professional. Sample medical action plans may be found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab. You should review all medical action plans when brought into the facility to ensure the medication matches what is listed on the action plan. 4. Standing permission to administer medications for chronic illnesses may be given for up to six (6) months. A new Permission to Administer Medication for Chronic Medical Conditions form must be completed by the child’s guardian at least every six (6) months. Standing permission to administer over-the-counter, topical ointments, topical teething ointment or gel, insect repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders, such as sunscreen, diapering creams, baby lotion, and baby powder, may be given for up to twelve (12) months. Teachers should periodically check medications and permission forms to ensure no medication or permission forms are expired. Continue to use the Permission to Administer Medication for Chronic Medical Conditions form and the Medication Administration Permission for Over-the-Counter Topical Medications and Fluoridated Toothpaste forms found on the Division’s website under the “Provider” tab. Medications should not be accepted by the facility without an accompanying Permission to Administer Medication Form. Consultation The hold harmless legislation was extended and signed into law on Monday June 12th, 2023. This legislation allows facilities to remain at their current star level without a reassessment until June 30, 2024 and when reassessed it reduces the education evaluation requirements for lead teachers from 75% to 50% until June of 2026. To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. While the first reassessment year will not begin until July 1, 2024, the preparation year for cohort one begins July 1, 2023. Your facility is in cohort one. Beginning in July and throughout the next few months I recommend you consider completing the following tasks and activities that will help prepare you for your reassessment year, which will be sometime between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025. If possible, we will align the reassessment with your annual compliance visit timeframe. • Have all staff update WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS) • Determine whether you wish to have Environment Rating Scale (ERS) Assessments [ITERS-R, ECERS-R, SACERS-U, FCCERS-R] conducted • Request technical assistance with your child care consultant and local partners • Participate in local CCR&R and NCPC quality related training/workshops (CCRR Information) • Reach out to your local Community College to discuss educational opportunities • Review NCRLAP website ERS resources (www.NCRLAP.org). To help review ERS requirements and think carefully about the current characteristics and practices in your program and classrooms, check out the Thinking More worksheets. A worksheet is available for each subscale of each rating scale. • Family child care home providers consider the FCCERS-R self-study process and timeline for completion since it must occur over a 3-month time period prior to your rated license reassessment • Consider requesting an ERS assessment (free of charge) during the preparation year. Remember the scores can be used in a variety of ways o ERS assessments can be requested during the preparation year and scores can be used as guidance to enhance program quality o If desired, assessment scores can be used during the preparation year if the operator wants to move forward with a rated license reassessment o Assessment scores can be saved to use during the reassessment year o Facilities can request another ERS assessment (free of charge) in your reassessment year for any ERS assessment scoring less than a 5.0 Qualifying letters are now valid for five (5) years from the date of issue. Please begin the criminal background re-check at least two (2) months prior to the expiration of the current qualifying letter. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times