Sherwood Elementary Prek

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/12/2026 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 5/12/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 89 Time In: 07:51 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, Victoria Duncan, Lead Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, enhanced ratios minus 1. Your facility uses Frog Street Curriculum and the Teaching Strategies Gold Formative Assessment Tool. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 3, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with thirteen (13) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on September 17, 2025. The most recent fire drill was conducted on May 5, 2025, the most recent emergency drill was conducted on March 3, 2026, and the most recent playground inspection was conducted on April 14, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on May 5, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility has not completed lead-based paint or asbestos testing. Please work with the Gaston County Schools Main office to complete lead-based paint and asbestos testing immediately. A walk-through of the facility was completed today and 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. No new staff members were hired since the last visit. The following violations were observed/documented during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 821 Smoking materials were not kept in locked storage. In Space #1, an opened purse containing a “Geek Bar” vape was on the shelf to the left of the cubbies used to store children’s items. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(h) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In Space #1, one (1) aerosol can of Scotch Permanent Spray Adhesive Super 77, with multiple warnings, was in an unlocked cabinet to the right of the door to the playground, accessible to children. .2820(b) 1775 NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. The Lead Teacher was in Space #1 opening a bottle of Mountain Dew when I arrived while the assistant teacher was in the cafeteria caring for seventeen (17) children, four (4) to five (5) years of age. .3009 The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 26, 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 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. Children shall be in a smoke free and tobacco free environment. Smoking and the use of any product containing, made or derived from tobacco, including e-cigarettes, cigars, little cigars, smokeless tobacco, and hookah, shall not be permitted on the premises of the child care center, in vehicles used to transport children, or during any off premise activities. All smoking materials must be kept in locked storage. I encouraged you to keep your purse and all other personal items in locked storage to ensure all smoking items and other potentially hazardous products are stored properly. You placed your purse, containing the vape, in a locked cabinet during the visit. You stated you will keep your personal items in the locked cabinet. 2. All hazardous items with multiple warnings and items in aerosol containers must be kept in locked storage. Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” with no other warnings may be stored five (5) feet off the ground. I suggested that you check the classrooms thoroughly each morning, prior to children arriving, to ensure all items are stored properly. I also suggested you review this information with all staff members to ensure they can understand which items need to be locked based on warning labels. The hazardous product was placed in a locked cabinet during the visit. You stated you will keep all hazardous products in the locked cabinet at all times. 3. The classroom shall not exceed a maximum staff-to-child ratio of one to 10 with a maximum class size of 20 children, with at least one teacher and one teacher assistant per classroom. I reminded you that staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times. I suggested that you call another school staff member who has a valid DCDEE qualifying letter to assist if an NC Pre-K staff member needs to step away from the group for any reason, such as to eat or to take a restroom break. 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 environment 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 the NC Pre-Kindergarten Office with Gaston County Schools, 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. 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. 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: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/12/2026 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 5/12/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 89 Time In: 07:51 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, Victoria Duncan, Lead Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, enhanced ratios minus 1. Your facility uses Frog Street Curriculum and the Teaching Strategies Gold Formative Assessment Tool. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 3, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with thirteen (13) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on September 17, 2025. The most recent fire drill was conducted on May 5, 2025, the most recent emergency drill was conducted on March 3, 2026, and the most recent playground inspection was conducted on April 14, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on May 5, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility has not completed lead-based paint or asbestos testing. Please work with the Gaston County Schools Main office to complete lead-based paint and asbestos testing immediately. A walk-through of the facility was completed today and 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. No new staff members were hired since the last visit. The following violations were observed/documented during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 821 Smoking materials were not kept in locked storage. In Space #1, an opened purse containing a “Geek Bar” vape was on the shelf to the left of the cubbies used to store children’s items. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(h) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In Space #1, one (1) aerosol can of Scotch Permanent Spray Adhesive Super 77, with multiple warnings, was in an unlocked cabinet to the right of the door to the playground, accessible to children. .2820(b) 1775 NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. The Lead Teacher was in Space #1 opening a bottle of Mountain Dew when I arrived while the assistant teacher was in the cafeteria caring for seventeen (17) children, four (4) to five (5) years of age. .3009 The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 26, 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 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. Children shall be in a smoke free and tobacco free environment. Smoking and the use of any product containing, made or derived from tobacco, including e-cigarettes, cigars, little cigars, smokeless tobacco, and hookah, shall not be permitted on the premises of the child care center, in vehicles used to transport children, or during any off premise activities. All smoking materials must be kept in locked storage. I encouraged you to keep your purse and all other personal items in locked storage to ensure all smoking items and other potentially hazardous products are stored properly. You placed your purse, containing the vape, in a locked cabinet during the visit. You stated you will keep your personal items in the locked cabinet. 2. All hazardous items with multiple warnings and items in aerosol containers must be kept in locked storage. Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” with no other warnings may be stored five (5) feet off the ground. I suggested that you check the classrooms thoroughly each morning, prior to children arriving, to ensure all items are stored properly. I also suggested you review this information with all staff members to ensure they can understand which items need to be locked based on warning labels. The hazardous product was placed in a locked cabinet during the visit. You stated you will keep all hazardous products in the locked cabinet at all times. 3. The classroom shall not exceed a maximum staff-to-child ratio of one to 10 with a maximum class size of 20 children, with at least one teacher and one teacher assistant per classroom. I reminded you that staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times. I suggested that you call another school staff member who has a valid DCDEE qualifying letter to assist if an NC Pre-K staff member needs to step away from the group for any reason, such as to eat or to take a restroom break. 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 environment 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 the NC Pre-Kindergarten Office with Gaston County Schools, 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. 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. 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: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/8/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 12/8/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 81 Time In: 10:54 AM Time Out: 12:15 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, Jusin Beam, Principal, 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 five (5) star license issued February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus 1. The Secretary of State website was checked on December 8, 2025, and your business, Gaston County Schools, was not listed. 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 routines, lunch, free play, group time, and nap during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 3, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with thirteen (13) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on September 17, 2025. The last fire drill documented was conducted on October 27, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on September 29, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on November 13, 2025. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on May 10, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility is has not completed lead-based paint and asbestos testing. Two (2) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Three (3) new staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The most recent fire drill documented was conducted on October 27, 2025. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1767 The health assessment did not include a vision screening. One (1) child, enrolled on August 18, 2025, did not have a vision screening on file. .3005 (a)(3) 1768 The health assessment did not include a hearing screening. One (1) child, enrolled on August 18, 2025, did not have a hearing screening on file. .3005 (a)(4) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 22, 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 89%. 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. Fire drills must be conducted at least once a month and documented on a fire drill log. I suggested you set a reminder on your calendar and/or conduct fire drills on the same day as monthly playground inspections to ensure the drills are conducted at least once per month, as required. I also suggested that you immediately document the drill on the fire drill log after the drill is conducted. Fire drills should be conducted at different times each month for each group of children. As a reminder, the alarm system must be used when conducting the drill. 2. A health assessment must be on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child enters the NC Pre-K program and the assessment may be no more than 12 months old at the time of program entry. The health assessment must include the following: (1) physical examination; (2) updated immunizations; (3) vision screening; (4) hearing screening; and (5) dental screening. I suggested you review all medical exams for NC Pre-K students as soon as they are turned into the facility to ensure all required assessments, including hearing screening and vision screening screenings have been completed. I also suggested you request the NC Pre-K health assessment form be completed as opposed to alternate forms to ensure all required information is included. 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. 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: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/8/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 12/8/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 81 Time In: 10:54 AM Time Out: 12:15 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, Jusin Beam, Principal, 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 five (5) star license issued February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus 1. The Secretary of State website was checked on December 8, 2025, and your business, Gaston County Schools, was not listed. 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 routines, lunch, free play, group time, and nap during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 3, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with thirteen (13) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on September 17, 2025. The last fire drill documented was conducted on October 27, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on September 29, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on November 13, 2025. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on May 10, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility is has not completed lead-based paint and asbestos testing. Two (2) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Three (3) new staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The most recent fire drill documented was conducted on October 27, 2025. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1767 The health assessment did not include a vision screening. One (1) child, enrolled on August 18, 2025, did not have a vision screening on file. .3005 (a)(3) 1768 The health assessment did not include a hearing screening. One (1) child, enrolled on August 18, 2025, did not have a hearing screening on file. .3005 (a)(4) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 22, 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 89%. 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. Fire drills must be conducted at least once a month and documented on a fire drill log. I suggested you set a reminder on your calendar and/or conduct fire drills on the same day as monthly playground inspections to ensure the drills are conducted at least once per month, as required. I also suggested that you immediately document the drill on the fire drill log after the drill is conducted. Fire drills should be conducted at different times each month for each group of children. As a reminder, the alarm system must be used when conducting the drill. 2. A health assessment must be on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child enters the NC Pre-K program and the assessment may be no more than 12 months old at the time of program entry. The health assessment must include the following: (1) physical examination; (2) updated immunizations; (3) vision screening; (4) hearing screening; and (5) dental screening. I suggested you review all medical exams for NC Pre-K students as soon as they are turned into the facility to ensure all required assessments, including hearing screening and vision screening screenings have been completed. I also suggested you request the NC Pre-K health assessment form be completed as opposed to alternate forms to ensure all required information is included. 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. 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: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/9/2025 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 4/9/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 106 Time In: 08:14 AM Time Out: 10:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up Lic Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable child care rules during an Administrative Action Follow-Up Visit. You, Priscilla Mitchell, Lead Teacher, assisted with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus 1. The Secretary of State website was checked on April 9, 2025, and Gaston County Schools was not listed. 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 verified compliance with supervision, staff/child ratios, adequate/approved space, license posted, and permit restrictions during the visit. I reviewed the administrative action with you during the visit. The administrative action and cover letter was posted on the bulletin board beside the entrance to the NC Pre-Kindergarten classroom. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) staff member, employed on March 31, 2025, did not have an Emergency Information Form on file. .0701(a) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member, employed on March 31, 2025, who was present, counted in staff/child ratio, and caring for children during the visit, did not have a signed acknowledgement of receipt and review of the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy on file. .0608(d)(1-4) 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 88%. 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. 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. The staff member completed an emergency information form during the visit and placed a copy of the form in the licensing notebook. 2. All staff members who care for children up to five (5) years of age, including substitute staff members, must review the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy prior to the staff member caring for children. An acknowledgment of receipt and review must be on file. The acknowledgement of this review shall contain: (1) the individual’s name; (2) the date the center’s policy was given and explained to the individual; (3) the individual’s signature; and (4) the date the individual signed the acknowledgment. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is reviewed and on file for all staff members. All documentation for staff files should be placed in the DCDEE notebook. (This is a repeated violation from the Annual Compliance Visit conducted on January 21, 2025, and the Unannounced Follow-Up Visits conducted on February 10, 2025, and March 11, 2025.) The staff member reviewed the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy and signed a statement acknowledging receipt and review of the policy during the visit. A copy of the signed acknowledgement was placed in the licensing notebook during the visit. Status of Corrective Action Plan: 1. According to the USPS website, the action was delivered March 25, 2025. Kristie Gornto, Principal, contacted me by email on April 1, 2025, to schedule the rules review. A rules review was scheduled for April 14, 2025. Consultation: Per your request, we reviewed the licensing notebook during the visit. We reviewed the off-site verification forms, the incident log and incident reports, the fire and emergency drill log, and discussed information that must be completed on the staff and training worksheet and kept on file at the facility. I informed you that all staff members employed in the licensed program, including substitute providers, must be listed on the off-site verification form. I reminded you that all staff members and substitutes working with the licensed program more than ten (10) days in a calendar year must complete all health and safety trainings within the first year of hire. Any trainings completed previously must have been completed within the year prior to hire. Any health and safety trainings that were taking prior to the previous year must be repeated. As a reminder, all staff members must complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment Training and CPR/First Aid within the first 90 days of hire. Place all of this information in your licensing notebook. We reviewed on-going training requirements. I informed you that you are required to complete five (5) hours of on-going training each year, and that the assistant teacher is required to complete fifteen (15) hours of on-going training each year. I provided you with blank copies of the Emergency Information Form, Fire/Emergency Drill Log, and Incident Log during the visit. 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: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 3/11/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 176 Time In: 08:34 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable child care rules during an Unannounced Follow-Up Visit and to verify compliance with violations cited on January 21, 2025, and February 10, 2025. You, Ayllissa Thomas, Teacher, assisted with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus 1. The Secretary of State website was checked on March 11, 2025, and Gaston County Schools was not listed. 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 reviewed the facility’s licensing notebook and noted no signed acknowledgements by either staff member (assigned to the NC Pre-Kindergarten program) of receipt and review of the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. You (employed on January 6, 2025), and one (1) additional staff member (employed on September 3, 2024), stated that since the last visit on February 10, 2025, the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy has not been reviewed with you. I reviewed the facility’s licensing notebook and noted no updated qualifying letters were found. You stated you have a screen shot of your qualifying letter on her phone; however, you stated you have not printed it and it is not on file at the facility. You stated when you were assigned to the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program, you did not provide a copy of your qualifying letter to any department with Gaston County Schools. You emailed a copy of your qualifying letter to me during the visit, which I printed and placed in the licensing notebook. I reviewed the ABCMS Portal and noted Ms. Lowery had not initiated the process of completing a five-year recheck for her criminal background check. Ms. Lowery confirmed she has not initiated the process of completing a five-year recheck for her criminal background check. Ms. Gornto also stated she has not printed a copy of her qualifying letter. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 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). One (1) staff member, Bengie Lowery, did not complete the process for a criminal background five-year recheck. Ms. Lowery’s current qualifying letter expired on September 18, 2024. 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 qualification letter was not on file or available for review upon request for three (3) staff members, Bengie Lowery, Ayllissa Thomas, and Kristie Gornto. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member, employed on September 3, 2024, and one (1) staff member, employed on January 6, 2025, did not have a signed acknowledgement of receipt and review of the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy on file. .0608(d)(1-4) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please provide me with 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 90%. 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. Review staff files regularly to ensure all staff members have a valid qualifying letter on file. I suggested you remind staff two months prior to expiration of qualifying letter to complete request for an updated letter to ensure letters are updated and on file prior to their expiration. On or before a staff members’ first day of work, a qualifying letter must be on file on-site at the facility. I suggested that all staff members place a copy of their valid qualifying letter in the DCDEE licensing notebook on their first day of work. (This is a repeated violation from the Annual Compliance Visit conducted on January 21, 2025, and February 10, 2025.) As of today, March 11, 2025, one (1) staff member, Bengie Lowery, assigned to the NC Pre-Kindergarten classroom, and present and caring for children in the NC Pre-Kindergarten classroom during the visit, has not started the process of a five (5) year recheck for their criminal background check. I demonstrated how to access and log into the criminal background check to Ms. Lowery. I also explained that she needed to complete the form in her criminal background check portal prior to going to the Sheriff’s Department to obtain fingerprints. I emailed a link to the criminal background check portal to Ms. Lowery during the visit. 2. All staff members who care for children up to five (5) years of age, including substitute staff members, must review the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy prior to the staff member caring for children. An acknowledgment of receipt and review must be on file. The acknowledgement of this review shall contain: (1) the individual’s name; (2) the date the center’s policy was given and explained to the individual; (3) the individual’s signature; and (4) the date the individual signed the acknowledgment. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is reviewed and on file for all staff members. All documentation for staff files should be placed in the DCDEE notebook. (This is a repeated violation from the Annual Compliance Visit conducted on January 21, 2025, and February 10, 2025.) Ms. Gornto stated she was unaware that the facility was required to have a Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. I reviewed the rule mentioned above with Ms. Gornto and encouraged her to reach out to the NC Pre-Kindergarten Office staff to discuss this policy. A compliance letter for all violations cited during the Annual Compliance Visit on January 21, 2025, was due to me by February 4, 2025. On January 29, 2025, I sent an email to the long-term substitute teacher assigned to the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program since September 3, 2024 to remind the facility of the due date of the compliance letter. On February 5, 2025, I emailed the Administrator of NC Pre-Kindergarten Services with Gaston County Schools to request she follow-up with the facility to obtain a compliance letter. On February 6, 2025, I received a compliance letter from the Administrator of NC Pre-Kindergarten Services with Gaston County Schools signed by the Principal of the facility. The compliance letter stated: “This letter is to address the violations for the PreK Classroom at Sherwood Elementary. I will print my qualifying letter and have it in the notebook by the end of the day on Friday, February 7, 2025. We are working on getting a long-term sub in the classroom and that is who will be getting the health and safety training completed. The two long term subs in the room will have their background checks completed as soon as possible, with a deadline of February February 12, 2025. In the meantime, substitutes will only be drawn from the approved sub list and they will fill out the health questionnaire, sign the supervision policy, and bring a printed copy of their qualification letter with them when they come to work. If the subs have first Aid and CPR, I will copy it for them and add it to the notebook. Sincerely, Kristie Gornto Principal Sherwood Elementary.” During the visit on February 10, 2025, I spoke with Kristie Gornto, Principal, who stated that she and the two (2) staff members assigned to the NC Pre-Kindergarten classroom did not have qualifying letters on file. Ms. Gornto stated Ms. Lowery would begin the process of a five (5) year re-check for her criminal background check on that day, February 10, 2025. On February 10, 2025, three (3) violations were cited as repeated violations. No additional compliance information was received from the facility following the visit on February 10, 2025. During today’s visit, I met with Ms. Gornto, who confirmed no staff members have reviewed the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy since the visit on February 10, 2025. I provided Ms. Gornto with a copy of the DCDEE Sample Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy during the visit. Ms. Gornto and two (2) additional staff members reviewed the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy and signed receipt of the policy during the visit. A copy of the signed acknowledgement of receipt and review of the policy was placed in the licensing notebook during the visit. Ms. Gornto also stated that she is in the process of hiring a new, permanent staff member to be assigned to the NC Pre-Kindergarten classroom. Ms. Gornto also stated that she and the two (2) staff members currently assigned to the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program do not have qualifying letters on file. Ms. Gornto stated she thought she sent a copy of her qualifying letter to Emily Poag, NC Pre-K Program Administrator with Gaston County Schools. I contacted Ms. Poag by phone during the visit who stated she did not receive a copy of the qualifying letter. I assisted Ms. Gornto in contacting the NCID Helpdesk during the visit. Ms. Gornto obtained her username, changed her password, and was able to access her ABCMS portal during the visit. Ms. Gornto printed a copy of the qualifying letter and placed it in the licensing notebook during the visit. Ms. Gornto provided me with a written statement during the visit to state that the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy will be reviewed and signed with all staff members, including substitute teachers. The written statement also stated that Ms. Gorton will obtain a copy of each staff member’s qualifying letter and place on file upon hire. Per the statement, Ms. Gornto will be responsible for checking background checks to ensure they are all up to date and have not expired. Per the statement, Ms. Lowery will begin the process of obtaining a new qualifying letter today, March 11, 2025. I explained that an administrative action may be taken due to repeated violations being cited. I discussed the process of an administrative action, and confirmed Ms. Gornto had my contact information to reach out with any questions. Consultation: 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: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/10/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 2/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 84 Time In: 08:31 AM Time Out: 09:55 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced follow-up visit was to verify compliance with violations cited during the Annual Compliance Visit on January 21, 2025 You, Ayllissa Thomas, Teacher, assisted with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus 1. The Secretary of State website was checked on February 10,, 2025, and Gaston County Schools was not listed. 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 following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 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). One (1) staff member, Bengie Lowery, did not complete the process for a criminal background five-year recheck. Ms. Lowery’s current qualifying letter expired on September 18, 2024. 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 qualification letter was not on file or available for review upon request for three (3) staff members, Bengie Lowery, Ayllissa Thomas, and Kristie Gornto. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member, employed on September 3, 2024, and one (1) staff member, employed on January 6, 2025, did not have a signed acknowledgement of receipt and review of the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy on file. .0608(d)(1-4) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please provide me with 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 80%. 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. Review staff files regularly to ensure all staff members have a valid qualifying letter on file. I suggested you remind staff two months prior to expiration of qualifying letter to complete request for an updated letter to ensure letters are updated and on file prior to their expiration. On or before a staff members’ first day of work, a qualifying letter must be on file on-site at the facility. I suggested that all staff members place a copy of their valid qualifying letter in the DCDEE licensing notebook on their first day of work. (This is a repeated violation from the Annual Compliance Visit conducted on January 21, 2025.) As of today, February 10, 2025, one (1) staff member, Bengie Lowery, assigned to the NC Pre-Kindergarten classroom, and present and caring for children in the NC Pre-Kindergarten classroom during the visit, has not started the process of a five (5) year recheck for their criminal background check. 2. All staff members who care for children up to five (5) years of age must review the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy prior to the staff member caring for children. An acknowledgment of receipt and review must be on file. The acknowledgement of this review shall contain: (1) the individual’s name; (2) the date the center’s policy was given and explained to the individual; (3) the individual’s signature; and (4) the date the individual signed the acknowledgment. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is reviewed and on file for all staff members. All documentation for staff files should be placed in the DCDEE note book. (This is a repeated violation from the Annual Compliance Visit conducted on January 21, 2025.) A compliance letter for all violations cited during the Annual Compliance Visit on January 21, 2025, was due to me by February 4, 2025. On January 29, 2025, I sent an email to the substitute teacher assigned to the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program to remind the facility of the due date of the compliance letter. On February 5, 2025, I emailed the Administrator of NC Pre-Kindergarten Services with Gaston County Schools to request she follow-up with the facility to obtain a compliance letter. On February 6, 2025, I received a compliance letter from the Administrator of NC Pre-Kindergarten Services with Gaston County Schools signed by the Principal of the facility. The compliance letter stated: “This letter is to address the violations for the PreK Classroom at Sherwood Elementary. I will print my qualifying letter and have it in the notebook by the end of the day on Friday, February 7, 2025. We are working on getting a long-term sub in the classroom and that is who will be getting the health and safety training completed. The two long term subs in the room will have their background checks completed as soon as possible, with a deadline of February February 12, 2025. In the meantime, substitutes will only be drawn from the approved sub list and they will fill out the health questionnaire, sign the supervision policy, and bring a printed copy of their qualification letter with them when they come to work. If the subs have first Aid and CPR, I will copy it for them and add it to the notebook. Sincerely, Kristie Gornto Principal Sherwood Elementary.” During the visit, I spoke with Kristie Gornto, Principal, who stated that she and the two (2) staff members assigned to the NC Pre-Kindergarten classroom did not have qualifying letters on file. Ms. Gornto stated Ms. Lowery would begin the process of a five (5) year re-check for her criminal background check today, February 10, 2025. I explained that three (3) violations would be cited as repeated violations during the visit and explained that an administrative action may be taken. I asked that Ms. Gornto send any compliance information to me as she receives it. Consultation: 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: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/21/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 1/21/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 08:25 AM Time Out: 10:55 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, Ayllissa Thomas, Teacher, 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 five (5) star license issued February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus 1. The Secretary of State website was checked on January 21, 2025, and Gaston County Schools was not listed. 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 learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, free play, lunch, and group time during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 13, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with two (2) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on April 29, 2024. The last fire drill was conducted on January 8, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on November 12, 2024. The last playground inspection was conducted on January 2, 2025. Two (2) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Two (2) 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 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In Space #1, one (1) aerosol can of Great Value Disinfectant Spray and one bottle of Great Value Bleach, both with multiple warnings, were in an unlocked cabinet to the right of the science center. In Space #1, one (1) bottle of PinkFrog Baby Shark Baby Shampoo, and one (1) bottle of Odoban Disinfectant Fabric and Air Freshener, both with multiple warnings, were in an unlocked cabinet to the right of the door that leads to the playground. All products were accessible to children. .2820(b) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) staff member, employed on September 3, 2024, and one (1) staff member, employed on January 6, 2025, did not have an Emergency Information Form on file. .0701(a) 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). One (1) staff member, Bengie Lowery, did not complete the process for a criminal background five-year recheck. Ms. Lowery’s current qualifying letter expired on September 18, 2024. 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 qualification letter was not on file or available for review upon request for three (3) staff members, Bengie Lowery, Ayllissa Thomas, and Kristie Gornto. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. In Space #1, one (1) open bottle of CocaCola, which was half way empty, was on top of the air vent, in the presence of children. .0901(i) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member, employed on September 3, 2024, and one (1) staff member, employed on January 6, 2025, did not have a signed acknowledgement of receipt and review of the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy on file. .0608(d)(1-4) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 4, 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 89%. 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. All hazardous items with multiple warnings and items in aerosol containers must be kept in locked storage. Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” with no other warnings may be stored five (5) feet off the ground. I suggested you check the classroom thoroughly each morning to ensure all hazardous products are stored properly. All locks on cabinets used to store hazardous products must be kept on the cabinet and locked at all times. Child locks are not considered “locked” for purposes of the rule. All hazardous products were moved to a cabinet with a lock and the lock was placed on the cabinet and locked during the visit. 2. 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 have all staff members, including substitutes complete the Emergency Information Form during the hiring process and prior to caring for NC Pre-K children. I provided you with an extra blank copy of the emergency information form during the visit. I suggested that you keep extra copies of the Emergency Information Form in your DCDEE notebook to ensure updated emergency information forms are on file for all staff members, including substitutes. I provided you with a copy of the emergency information form during the visti and two (2) staff members completed the form and placed a copy of the form in the DCDEE notebook during the visit. 3. Review staff files regularly to ensure all staff members have a valid qualifying letter on file. I suggested you remind staff two months prior to expiration of qualifying letter to complete request for an updated letter to ensure letters are updated and on file prior to their expiration. On or before a staff members’ first day of work, a qualifying letter must be on file on-site at the facility. I suggested that all staff members place a copy of their valid qualifying letter in the DCDEE licensing notebook on their first day of work. 4. Staff must role model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming only food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements outlined in the Meal Patterns for Children while in the presence of children in care. Staff may not consume any item not outlined in the above-mentioned requirements in the classroom. The CocaCola was placed in a cabinet during the visit. I suggested you do not bring any food or beverages that children cannot consume to the facility, or keep items outside of the classroom. 5. All staff members who care for children up to five (5) years of age must review the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy prior to the staff member caring for children. An acknowledgment of receipt and review must be on file. The acknowledgement of this review shall contain: (1) the individual’s name; (2) the date the center’s policy was given and explained to the individual; (3) the individual’s signature; and (4) the date the individual signed the acknowledgment. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is reviewed and on file for all staff members. All documentation for staff files should be placed in the DCDEE notebook. As a result of tropical storm Helene and a declared natural disaster in Western North Carolina, technical assistance was provided to assist the child care provider in achieving compliance: 1. All staff members must maintain active CPR/First Aid certification. New staff members, including substitute providers who provide care for children in the licensed program for more than ten (10) days in a calendar year, have ninety (90) 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 suggested you reach out to the NC Pre-Kindergarten Office with Gaston County Schools to see if they have an upcoming training scheduled. I also reviewed the training calendar for the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties and informed you that they have an upcoming CPR/First Aid Training scheduled for February 4, 2025. You may view information and register for this training by visiting: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cpr-first-aid-tickets-1115784414219?aff=ebdsoporgprofile. 2. All staff members must complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. This training can be found at https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/resource-hub/recognizingresponding-to-child-maltreatment/. I suggested you set calendar reminders to ensure all new staff complete this training within the first 90 days of employment. I also suggested you use the Health and Safety Training Record to keep track of required trainings and to ensure trainings are completed on time. This form can be found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab. As a reminder, all substitute providers who provide care for children in the licensed program for more than ten (10) days in a calendar year must complete the health and safety trainings, including Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment Training. 3. All staff members must complete all Health and Safety Trainings within the first year of hire and every five (5) years thereafter. These trainings can be found on the DCDEE Moodle Training site. I suggested you set a calendar reminder to ensure trainings for new staff members are completed in a timely manner. I also suggested you use the Health and Safety Training Record to keep track of required trainings and to ensure trainings are completed on time. This form can be found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab. Please be sure to read all instructions under the “Start Here” tab in the Health and Safety Training section of Moodle to ensure all trainings are completed, including Medication in Child Care. As a reminder, all substitute providers who provide care for children in the licensed program for more than ten (10) days in a calendar year must complete the health and safety trainings. 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: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/21/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 1/21/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 08:25 AM Time Out: 10:55 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, Ayllissa Thomas, Teacher, 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 five (5) star license issued February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus 1. The Secretary of State website was checked on January 21, 2025, and Gaston County Schools was not listed. 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 learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, free play, lunch, and group time during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 13, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with two (2) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on April 29, 2024. The last fire drill was conducted on January 8, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on November 12, 2024. The last playground inspection was conducted on January 2, 2025. Two (2) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Two (2) 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 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In Space #1, one (1) aerosol can of Great Value Disinfectant Spray and one bottle of Great Value Bleach, both with multiple warnings, were in an unlocked cabinet to the right of the science center. In Space #1, one (1) bottle of PinkFrog Baby Shark Baby Shampoo, and one (1) bottle of Odoban Disinfectant Fabric and Air Freshener, both with multiple warnings, were in an unlocked cabinet to the right of the door that leads to the playground. All products were accessible to children. .2820(b) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) staff member, employed on September 3, 2024, and one (1) staff member, employed on January 6, 2025, did not have an Emergency Information Form on file. .0701(a) 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). One (1) staff member, Bengie Lowery, did not complete the process for a criminal background five-year recheck. Ms. Lowery’s current qualifying letter expired on September 18, 2024. 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 qualification letter was not on file or available for review upon request for three (3) staff members, Bengie Lowery, Ayllissa Thomas, and Kristie Gornto. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. In Space #1, one (1) open bottle of CocaCola, which was half way empty, was on top of the air vent, in the presence of children. .0901(i) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member, employed on September 3, 2024, and one (1) staff member, employed on January 6, 2025, did not have a signed acknowledgement of receipt and review of the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy on file. .0608(d)(1-4) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 4, 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 89%. 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. All hazardous items with multiple warnings and items in aerosol containers must be kept in locked storage. Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” with no other warnings may be stored five (5) feet off the ground. I suggested you check the classroom thoroughly each morning to ensure all hazardous products are stored properly. All locks on cabinets used to store hazardous products must be kept on the cabinet and locked at all times. Child locks are not considered “locked” for purposes of the rule. All hazardous products were moved to a cabinet with a lock and the lock was placed on the cabinet and locked during the visit. 2. 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 have all staff members, including substitutes complete the Emergency Information Form during the hiring process and prior to caring for NC Pre-K children. I provided you with an extra blank copy of the emergency information form during the visit. I suggested that you keep extra copies of the Emergency Information Form in your DCDEE notebook to ensure updated emergency information forms are on file for all staff members, including substitutes. I provided you with a copy of the emergency information form during the visti and two (2) staff members completed the form and placed a copy of the form in the DCDEE notebook during the visit. 3. Review staff files regularly to ensure all staff members have a valid qualifying letter on file. I suggested you remind staff two months prior to expiration of qualifying letter to complete request for an updated letter to ensure letters are updated and on file prior to their expiration. On or before a staff members’ first day of work, a qualifying letter must be on file on-site at the facility. I suggested that all staff members place a copy of their valid qualifying letter in the DCDEE licensing notebook on their first day of work. 4. Staff must role model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming only food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements outlined in the Meal Patterns for Children while in the presence of children in care. Staff may not consume any item not outlined in the above-mentioned requirements in the classroom. The CocaCola was placed in a cabinet during the visit. I suggested you do not bring any food or beverages that children cannot consume to the facility, or keep items outside of the classroom. 5. All staff members who care for children up to five (5) years of age must review the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy prior to the staff member caring for children. An acknowledgment of receipt and review must be on file. The acknowledgement of this review shall contain: (1) the individual’s name; (2) the date the center’s policy was given and explained to the individual; (3) the individual’s signature; and (4) the date the individual signed the acknowledgment. I suggested you create a new employee packet to ensure all required documentation is reviewed and on file for all staff members. All documentation for staff files should be placed in the DCDEE notebook. As a result of tropical storm Helene and a declared natural disaster in Western North Carolina, technical assistance was provided to assist the child care provider in achieving compliance: 1. All staff members must maintain active CPR/First Aid certification. New staff members, including substitute providers who provide care for children in the licensed program for more than ten (10) days in a calendar year, have ninety (90) 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 suggested you reach out to the NC Pre-Kindergarten Office with Gaston County Schools to see if they have an upcoming training scheduled. I also reviewed the training calendar for the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties and informed you that they have an upcoming CPR/First Aid Training scheduled for February 4, 2025. You may view information and register for this training by visiting: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cpr-first-aid-tickets-1115784414219?aff=ebdsoporgprofile. 2. All staff members must complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. This training can be found at https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/resource-hub/recognizingresponding-to-child-maltreatment/. I suggested you set calendar reminders to ensure all new staff complete this training within the first 90 days of employment. I also suggested you use the Health and Safety Training Record to keep track of required trainings and to ensure trainings are completed on time. This form can be found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab. As a reminder, all substitute providers who provide care for children in the licensed program for more than ten (10) days in a calendar year must complete the health and safety trainings, including Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment Training. 3. All staff members must complete all Health and Safety Trainings within the first year of hire and every five (5) years thereafter. These trainings can be found on the DCDEE Moodle Training site. I suggested you set a calendar reminder to ensure trainings for new staff members are completed in a timely manner. I also suggested you use the Health and Safety Training Record to keep track of required trainings and to ensure trainings are completed on time. This form can be found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab. Please be sure to read all instructions under the “Start Here” tab in the Health and Safety Training section of Moodle to ensure all trainings are completed, including Medication in Child Care. As a reminder, all substitute providers who provide care for children in the licensed program for more than ten (10) days in a calendar year must complete the health and safety trainings. 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: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/10/2024 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 9/10/2024 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 116 Time In: 10:34 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. You, Catina Boulware, Lead Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license issued February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus 1. The Secretary of State website was checked on September 10, 2024, and your business, Gaston County Schools, was not listed. 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 October 4, 2023. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on April 29, 2024. The most recent fire drill was conducted on August 27, 2024, the most recent emergency drill was conducted on April 12, 2024, 2024, and the most recent playground inspection was conducted on August 5, 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 environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, lunch, 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. Two (2) new staff members were hired since the last visit. The following violations were observed/documented during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. In Space #1, the teacher, teacher assistant and children were outside on the playground while the child care consultant was monitoring the classroom. The door between the classroom and hallway was locked. The child care consultant heard a knock on the classroom door, opened the door and one (1) child, four (4) years of age, enrolled in the NC Pre-Kindergarten program was standing in the hallway alone. The child care consultant walked the child to the teacher outside on the playground. .1801(a)(1-5) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. One (1) staff member, Bengie Lowery, present and counted in staff/child ratio during the visit, did not have a qualifying letter on file, available for review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The most recent shelter-in-place/lockdown drill documented was conducted on April 12, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 24, 2024, 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 89%. 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. Children must be adequately supervised at all times in child care centers. Adequate supervision means that: (1) staff must be positioned in the indoor and outdoor environment to maximize their ability to hear or see the children at all times and render assistance; (2) staff must interact with the children while moving about the indoor or outdoor area; (3) staff must know where each child is located and be aware of the children's activities at all times; (4) staff must provide supervision appropriate to the individual age, needs, and capabilities of each child; and (5) staff must be able to see and hear children aged birth to five years old while the children are eating. Children may not come to the classroom from the office when they arrive unsupervised. You stated you asked all parents to walk children into the classroom when they arrive at school late. I suggested you remind parents and school office staff that children may not walk to the classroom from the office unattended. I reminded you that children may not be unattended with any person who does not have a valid DCDEE qualifying letter on file, and reminded you that any staff member walking a child in from the office to the classroom must have a valid qualifying letter. 2. All staff members, including any substitute staff members, must have a valid qualifying letter on file prior to working with children. I suggested you review staff files regularly to ensure all staff members have a valid qualifying letter on file. I suggested you remind staff two months prior to expiration of qualifying letter to complete request for an updated letter to ensure letters are updated and on file prior to their expiration. Additionally, I encouraged you to remind the Principal that no substitute staff members may be placed in the NC Pre-Kindergarten classroom without completing a criminal background check and obtaining a qualifying letter through the Division of Child Development and Early Education. 3. Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills must be completed at least once every three (3) months. If the school does not conduct a shelter-in-place or lockdown drill, within three (3) months, you must conduct one with the Pre-Kindergarten Program. You program was closed in June 2024 and July 2024. A shelter-in-place or lockdown drill should be conducted in May prior to the school year ending and in August when the school year resumes. I suggested you document the drills on the drill log form on the shelf to the left of the cubbies immediately after the drill to ensure all drills are documented. 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. 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: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/13/2024 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 2/13/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 111 Time In: 08:19 AM Time Out: 10:10 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. Malazia Odom, Lead Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The Secretary of State website was checked on date, and your business, Gaston County Schools., was not listed. 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. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license effective February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced space, meets enhanced ratio, and enhanced ratios minus 1. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on October 4, 2023. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on October 10, 2023. The last fire drill was conducted on January 30, 2024, the last lockdown drill was conducted on February 7, 2024, and the last playground inspection as conducted on February 7, 2024 The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. One (1) aerosol can of Lysol Disinfectant Spray and one bottle of Febreze Air Mist April Fresh Downy Scent, both with multiple warnings, were on a shelf in the unlocked storage closet. One (1) bottle of Bic Cover-It Correction Fluid, with multiple warnings, was on top of the cubbies to the right of the classroom entrance. .2820(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. There were no playground inspections on file for March 2023, April 2023, May 2023, June 2023, or July 2023. .0605(q) 1764 A health assessment was not on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child entered the NC Pre-K program or the health assessment was more than 12 months old at the time of program entry. One (1) child, enrolled on August 30, 2023, did not have a health assessment on file. .3005(a) 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 February 27, 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 89%. 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. All hazardous items with multiple warnings and items in aerosol containers must be kept in locked storage. Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” with no other warnings can be stored five (5) feet off the ground. Check your classroom thoroughly each morning to ensure all hazardous products are stored properly. The storage closet should remain locked at all times. All hazardous products were placed in the storage closet which was locked during the visit. 2. 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. You stated the facility conducts the playground inspections on the same day each month and that in May 2020, the date fell on a Sunday. 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 and documentation on the checklist, immediately place the inspection checklist in your playground inspection notebook to ensure it is on file and available for review at all times. You stated there were no playground inspections on file at the facility when you began employment in August 2023. All playground inspections that have been conducted since you began employment were on file. 3. A health assessment must be on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child enters the NC Pre-K program and the assessment may be no more than 12 months old at the time of program entry. The health assessment must include the following: (1) physical examination; (2) updated immunizations; (3) vision screening; (4) hearing screening; and (5) dental screening. The hearing and vision screening must be completed and can not be marked on the form as “N/A”. The boxes for hearing and vision screening must be checked either “yes” or “no” by the health care professional completing the assessment to confirm the testing was completed. I suggested you review all medical exams for NC Pre-K students as soon as they are brought into the facility and to place health assessments in the children’s file immediately upon receipt to ensure they are not misplaced. Consultation: 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 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/30/2023 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 8/30/2023 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 117 Time In: 08:53 AM Time Out: 10:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. You, Malazia Odom, Lead Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license effective February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced space, meets enhanced ratio, enhanced ratios minus 1. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed, and Gaston County Schools was not listed. You reported no changes to the ownership of the facility. 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 in, routines, free play and group time 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. Two (2) new staff members were hired since the last visit. You stated the facility is not providing transportation at this time. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on October 4, 2022. A superior sanitation classification was issued with six (6) demerits. The most recent approved fire inspection for your facility was conducted on September 29, 2022. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. No children have been signed in or out of the facility since the school year began on August 21, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. One (1) container of Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, with multiple warnings, was in an unlocked cabinet to the left of the light table. One (1) aerosol can of Homebright Disinfectant Spray, with multiple warnings, was in an unlocked cabinet to the right of the exit door which leads to the playground. One (1) bottle of Clorox Disinfecting Bleach, with multiple warnings, was in the unlocked cabinet under the handwashing sink. Five (5) containers of Members Mark Disinfecting Wipes, one (1) can of Valspar Ultra Interior Paint and Primer, one (1) bottle of Baby Love by Personal Care Baby Oil, one (1) bottle of Febreze Air Original Gain Scent, one (1) aerosol can of Great Value Disinfectant Spray, five (5) cans of Lysol Disinfectant Spray, and six (6) containers of Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, all with multiple warnings, were in the unlocked storage closet in the classroom. .2820(b) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. One (1) bottle of Welby Ibuprofen Tablets was in an unlocked cabinet to the left of the light table. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. The Assistant Teacher, J. Huggins, who was present in the classroom and caring for children during the visit, did not complete the process for a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. The Assistant Teacher, J. Huggins, who was present in the classroom and caring for children during the visit, did not have a qualifying letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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 September 13, 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 92%. 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. You have sign in/out sheets printed and placed on a clipboard at the entrance to the classroom. Use these forms to document arrival and departure of each child each day. Sign in and out records must be maintained for at least one (1) year. 2. All hazardous items with multiple warnings and items in aerosol containers must be kept in locked storage. Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” with no other warnings can be stored five (5) feet off the ground. I suggested you check your classroom thoroughly each morning to ensure all hazardous products are stored properly. You locked the cabinets and storage closet during the visit. You stated you would ensure all cabinets and closets used to store hazardous products are kept locked at all times. 3. Medications including prescription and non-prescription items must be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container and may not be stored above food. Designated emergency medications may be stored out of reach of children (at least five feet from the ground), but are not required to be in locked storage. Non-prescription diaper creams and sunscreen may be kept out of reach of children when not in use (at least five feet from the ground), but are not required to be in locked storage. Teachers must keep any personal medications they bring into the facility in locked storage as well. I suggested that staff keep any of their personal medication in the same locked storage areas as the children’s medications to ensure it is stored properly. You locked the cabinet used to store the medication during the visit. You stated you will ensure all cabinets used to store non-emergency medications will be kept locked at all times. 4. All staff members, including auxiliary staff such as therapists and bus drivers who are left alone with children, must complete the process for a criminal background check and have a valid qualifying letter on file prior to employment. I suggested you speak with the school and the NC Pre-K office to ensure all staff members have completed the process of a criminal background check prior to employment. Eight (8) children were present during the visit. The assistant teacher left the licensed space during the visit. The unqualified staff member may not return to licensed space until the process of a criminal background check is completed through DCDEE and a valid qualifying letter is obtained. 5. All staff, including auxiliary staff, must have a valid qualifying letter on file at the facility. I suggested you place copies of qualifying letters for all staff members in your DCDEE notebook. The staff member without a qualifying letter on file left the licensed space during the visit. The unqualified staff member may not return to licensed space until a valid qualifying letter is obtained and on file. Consultation All staff members must complete the Health and Safety Trainings within the first year of hire and every five (5) years thereafter. We reviewed how to access Moodle, Health and Safety Trainings, Medication in Child Care, and Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment Training during today's visit. We reviewed how to search child care rules using the search function. I provided you with the child care rules and sanitation rules at your request during the visit. 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

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY PREK Facility ID: 36000582 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/30/2023 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 8/30/2023 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 117 Time In: 08:53 AM Time Out: 10:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. You, Malazia Odom, Lead Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five (5) star license effective February 28, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), meets enhanced space, meets enhanced ratio, enhanced ratios minus 1. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed, and Gaston County Schools was not listed. You reported no changes to the ownership of the facility. 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 in, routines, free play and group time 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. Two (2) new staff members were hired since the last visit. You stated the facility is not providing transportation at this time. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on October 4, 2022. A superior sanitation classification was issued with six (6) demerits. The most recent approved fire inspection for your facility was conducted on September 29, 2022. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. No children have been signed in or out of the facility since the school year began on August 21, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. One (1) container of Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, with multiple warnings, was in an unlocked cabinet to the left of the light table. One (1) aerosol can of Homebright Disinfectant Spray, with multiple warnings, was in an unlocked cabinet to the right of the exit door which leads to the playground. One (1) bottle of Clorox Disinfecting Bleach, with multiple warnings, was in the unlocked cabinet under the handwashing sink. Five (5) containers of Members Mark Disinfecting Wipes, one (1) can of Valspar Ultra Interior Paint and Primer, one (1) bottle of Baby Love by Personal Care Baby Oil, one (1) bottle of Febreze Air Original Gain Scent, one (1) aerosol can of Great Value Disinfectant Spray, five (5) cans of Lysol Disinfectant Spray, and six (6) containers of Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, all with multiple warnings, were in the unlocked storage closet in the classroom. .2820(b) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. One (1) bottle of Welby Ibuprofen Tablets was in an unlocked cabinet to the left of the light table. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. The Assistant Teacher, J. Huggins, who was present in the classroom and caring for children during the visit, did not complete the process for a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. The Assistant Teacher, J. Huggins, who was present in the classroom and caring for children during the visit, did not have a qualifying letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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 September 13, 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 92%. 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. You have sign in/out sheets printed and placed on a clipboard at the entrance to the classroom. Use these forms to document arrival and departure of each child each day. Sign in and out records must be maintained for at least one (1) year. 2. All hazardous items with multiple warnings and items in aerosol containers must be kept in locked storage. Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” with no other warnings can be stored five (5) feet off the ground. I suggested you check your classroom thoroughly each morning to ensure all hazardous products are stored properly. You locked the cabinets and storage closet during the visit. You stated you would ensure all cabinets and closets used to store hazardous products are kept locked at all times. 3. Medications including prescription and non-prescription items must be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container and may not be stored above food. Designated emergency medications may be stored out of reach of children (at least five feet from the ground), but are not required to be in locked storage. Non-prescription diaper creams and sunscreen may be kept out of reach of children when not in use (at least five feet from the ground), but are not required to be in locked storage. Teachers must keep any personal medications they bring into the facility in locked storage as well. I suggested that staff keep any of their personal medication in the same locked storage areas as the children’s medications to ensure it is stored properly. You locked the cabinet used to store the medication during the visit. You stated you will ensure all cabinets used to store non-emergency medications will be kept locked at all times. 4. All staff members, including auxiliary staff such as therapists and bus drivers who are left alone with children, must complete the process for a criminal background check and have a valid qualifying letter on file prior to employment. I suggested you speak with the school and the NC Pre-K office to ensure all staff members have completed the process of a criminal background check prior to employment. Eight (8) children were present during the visit. The assistant teacher left the licensed space during the visit. The unqualified staff member may not return to licensed space until the process of a criminal background check is completed through DCDEE and a valid qualifying letter is obtained. 5. All staff, including auxiliary staff, must have a valid qualifying letter on file at the facility. I suggested you place copies of qualifying letters for all staff members in your DCDEE notebook. The staff member without a qualifying letter on file left the licensed space during the visit. The unqualified staff member may not return to licensed space until a valid qualifying letter is obtained and on file. Consultation All staff members must complete the Health and Safety Trainings within the first year of hire and every five (5) years thereafter. We reviewed how to access Moodle, Health and Safety Trainings, Medication in Child Care, and Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment Training during today's visit. We reviewed how to search child care rules using the search function. I provided you with the child care rules and sanitation rules at your request during the visit. 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