10A NCAC 09 .1703 · Violation

Name of Operation: BEST EVER HOME DAY CARE Facility ID: 45000227 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/17/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 11/17/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computer generated visit summary report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Barbara Sinclair, Owner/Operator, during the visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Barbara Sinclair, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions and provide information. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 12/31/24. The facility earned seven (7) points for staff education; two (2) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: Daytime and Overnight; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; No more than two infants under age one. Barbara Sinclair, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Sinclair is not required, as sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. The facility’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was one hundred (100) percentage as of 11/14/25. Upon arrival, We introduced our presence to Ms. Sinclair. Five children were present. The children were interacting with Ms. Sinclair while having free play on the outdoor play area. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Sinclair’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was ham, whole wheat bread, sweet potatoes, corn and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Sinclair’s CPR and FA training is valid until 8/23/2027. Ms. Sinclair’s ITS-SIDS training is valid until 1/29/27. The last annual compliance visit was: 12/31/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 10/13/25. The last lockdown drill was practiced 8/19/25. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 10/13/25. The facility’s approved curriculum is Experience Curriculum (previously Mother Goose). All pet vaccinations are current. One emergency medication was monitored for child care regulations. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Sinclair, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. This facility does provide transportation, only in case of emergencies. The 2020 Kia Rio was last inspected 12/20/24. The vehicle insurance is current until 4/21/26. Ms. Sinclair submitted a request to increase capacity to 9 children with no more than 3 under two years and at least three school age. Per Session Law 2025-2026, Ms. Sinclair’s FCCH was monitored for, and meets the following requirements to increase capacity: 1.All children are cared for on ground level of exit discharge. 2.At least one five point 2-A; 10-B:C type extinguisher for every 2500 square feet of floor area. At least one fire extinguisher within forty feet travel distance from each room and area used by children. The fire extinguisher is located on the wall beside the kitchen. 3.An Emergency Preparedness Plan with the criteria for the plan, practice drills, and ongoing review of the plan was on-site. The EPR plan was updated 8/4/25. 4.Electrically operated carbon monoxide detectors in all rooms where children sleep and receive care. Carbon monoxide detectors were verified in the bathroom, in the main learning and sleeping area, in the kitchen, in the room used for summer, school-age care, and in the room used for shelter-in-place and occasional screen time. 5. electrically operated smoke alarm in all rooms where children sleep and in adjacent areas used by children. The new capacity options in statute provide three options for family child care home operators to provide care for one of the following groups of children, including the operator's own preschool-age children and excluding the operator's own school-age children up to 13 years of age: • A maximum of eight children, with no more than five children who are from birth to 5 years of age, plus three school-age children. • A maximum of three children from birth to 24 months of age, plus three children from 2 to 5 years of age and three school-age children up to 13 years of age, for a total of nine children. • A maximum of 10 children if all children are older than 24 months of age. As children “age up”, the operator will need to be sure they limit the number of infants and one-year olds to no more than three. Once all children turn age two, the FCCH operator can transition to capacity option three; ten children ages two and above. If there are no restrictions from zoning or HOA, a capacity of ten should be noted with an age range of 0-12. This will allow FCCH Operators flexibility in which capacity option they meet as the ages of children they serve, and days of the week children attend, may vary. Based on today’s monitoring, and the required documentation received, a new permit with the capacity increase will be issued. Ms. Sinclair stated that she will not increase capacity until the new permit is received. I used the Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, and Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09). Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violation was documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1404 Medication remaining after the course of treatment is completed, after authorization is withdrawn. or after authorization has expired, was not returned to the parent/guardian. Any medication not retrieved by parent/guardian within 72 hours of completion of treatment, or withdrawal of authorization, was not discarded. One topical diaper ointment on site, Desitin, expired 10/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .1720(c)(5) Technical assistance provided as follows 1404: One topical diaper ointment on site, Desitin, expired 10/2025. The ointment was removed for correction during the visit. I discussed with the provider the importance of routinely checking all topical creams for expiration dates and removing any expired products immediately. Implementing a regular monitoring schedule will help maintain compliance and ensure that only current, authorized products are available for use. Consultation is provided as follows: A shelter-in-place or lockdown drill is due to be practiced and documented by 11/30/2025. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .1720 · Violation

Name of Operation: BEST EVER HOME DAY CARE Facility ID: 45000227 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/17/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 11/17/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computer generated visit summary report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Barbara Sinclair, Owner/Operator, during the visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Barbara Sinclair, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions and provide information. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 12/31/24. The facility earned seven (7) points for staff education; two (2) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: Daytime and Overnight; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; No more than two infants under age one. Barbara Sinclair, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Sinclair is not required, as sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. The facility’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was one hundred (100) percentage as of 11/14/25. Upon arrival, We introduced our presence to Ms. Sinclair. Five children were present. The children were interacting with Ms. Sinclair while having free play on the outdoor play area. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Sinclair’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was ham, whole wheat bread, sweet potatoes, corn and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Sinclair’s CPR and FA training is valid until 8/23/2027. Ms. Sinclair’s ITS-SIDS training is valid until 1/29/27. The last annual compliance visit was: 12/31/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 10/13/25. The last lockdown drill was practiced 8/19/25. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 10/13/25. The facility’s approved curriculum is Experience Curriculum (previously Mother Goose). All pet vaccinations are current. One emergency medication was monitored for child care regulations. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Sinclair, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. This facility does provide transportation, only in case of emergencies. The 2020 Kia Rio was last inspected 12/20/24. The vehicle insurance is current until 4/21/26. Ms. Sinclair submitted a request to increase capacity to 9 children with no more than 3 under two years and at least three school age. Per Session Law 2025-2026, Ms. Sinclair’s FCCH was monitored for, and meets the following requirements to increase capacity: 1.All children are cared for on ground level of exit discharge. 2.At least one five point 2-A; 10-B:C type extinguisher for every 2500 square feet of floor area. At least one fire extinguisher within forty feet travel distance from each room and area used by children. The fire extinguisher is located on the wall beside the kitchen. 3.An Emergency Preparedness Plan with the criteria for the plan, practice drills, and ongoing review of the plan was on-site. The EPR plan was updated 8/4/25. 4.Electrically operated carbon monoxide detectors in all rooms where children sleep and receive care. Carbon monoxide detectors were verified in the bathroom, in the main learning and sleeping area, in the kitchen, in the room used for summer, school-age care, and in the room used for shelter-in-place and occasional screen time. 5. electrically operated smoke alarm in all rooms where children sleep and in adjacent areas used by children. The new capacity options in statute provide three options for family child care home operators to provide care for one of the following groups of children, including the operator's own preschool-age children and excluding the operator's own school-age children up to 13 years of age: • A maximum of eight children, with no more than five children who are from birth to 5 years of age, plus three school-age children. • A maximum of three children from birth to 24 months of age, plus three children from 2 to 5 years of age and three school-age children up to 13 years of age, for a total of nine children. • A maximum of 10 children if all children are older than 24 months of age. As children “age up”, the operator will need to be sure they limit the number of infants and one-year olds to no more than three. Once all children turn age two, the FCCH operator can transition to capacity option three; ten children ages two and above. If there are no restrictions from zoning or HOA, a capacity of ten should be noted with an age range of 0-12. This will allow FCCH Operators flexibility in which capacity option they meet as the ages of children they serve, and days of the week children attend, may vary. Based on today’s monitoring, and the required documentation received, a new permit with the capacity increase will be issued. Ms. Sinclair stated that she will not increase capacity until the new permit is received. I used the Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, and Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09). Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violation was documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1404 Medication remaining after the course of treatment is completed, after authorization is withdrawn. or after authorization has expired, was not returned to the parent/guardian. Any medication not retrieved by parent/guardian within 72 hours of completion of treatment, or withdrawal of authorization, was not discarded. One topical diaper ointment on site, Desitin, expired 10/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .1720(c)(5) Technical assistance provided as follows 1404: One topical diaper ointment on site, Desitin, expired 10/2025. The ointment was removed for correction during the visit. I discussed with the provider the importance of routinely checking all topical creams for expiration dates and removing any expired products immediately. Implementing a regular monitoring schedule will help maintain compliance and ensure that only current, authorized products are available for use. Consultation is provided as follows: A shelter-in-place or lockdown drill is due to be practiced and documented by 11/30/2025. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .2830 · Violation

Name of Operation: BEST EVER HOME DAY CARE Facility ID: 45000227 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/17/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 11/17/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computer generated visit summary report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Barbara Sinclair, Owner/Operator, during the visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Barbara Sinclair, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions and provide information. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 12/31/24. The facility earned seven (7) points for staff education; two (2) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: Daytime and Overnight; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; No more than two infants under age one. Barbara Sinclair, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Sinclair is not required, as sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. The facility’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was one hundred (100) percentage as of 11/14/25. Upon arrival, We introduced our presence to Ms. Sinclair. Five children were present. The children were interacting with Ms. Sinclair while having free play on the outdoor play area. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Sinclair’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was ham, whole wheat bread, sweet potatoes, corn and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Sinclair’s CPR and FA training is valid until 8/23/2027. Ms. Sinclair’s ITS-SIDS training is valid until 1/29/27. The last annual compliance visit was: 12/31/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 10/13/25. The last lockdown drill was practiced 8/19/25. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 10/13/25. The facility’s approved curriculum is Experience Curriculum (previously Mother Goose). All pet vaccinations are current. One emergency medication was monitored for child care regulations. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Sinclair, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. This facility does provide transportation, only in case of emergencies. The 2020 Kia Rio was last inspected 12/20/24. The vehicle insurance is current until 4/21/26. Ms. Sinclair submitted a request to increase capacity to 9 children with no more than 3 under two years and at least three school age. Per Session Law 2025-2026, Ms. Sinclair’s FCCH was monitored for, and meets the following requirements to increase capacity: 1.All children are cared for on ground level of exit discharge. 2.At least one five point 2-A; 10-B:C type extinguisher for every 2500 square feet of floor area. At least one fire extinguisher within forty feet travel distance from each room and area used by children. The fire extinguisher is located on the wall beside the kitchen. 3.An Emergency Preparedness Plan with the criteria for the plan, practice drills, and ongoing review of the plan was on-site. The EPR plan was updated 8/4/25. 4.Electrically operated carbon monoxide detectors in all rooms where children sleep and receive care. Carbon monoxide detectors were verified in the bathroom, in the main learning and sleeping area, in the kitchen, in the room used for summer, school-age care, and in the room used for shelter-in-place and occasional screen time. 5. electrically operated smoke alarm in all rooms where children sleep and in adjacent areas used by children. The new capacity options in statute provide three options for family child care home operators to provide care for one of the following groups of children, including the operator's own preschool-age children and excluding the operator's own school-age children up to 13 years of age: • A maximum of eight children, with no more than five children who are from birth to 5 years of age, plus three school-age children. • A maximum of three children from birth to 24 months of age, plus three children from 2 to 5 years of age and three school-age children up to 13 years of age, for a total of nine children. • A maximum of 10 children if all children are older than 24 months of age. As children “age up”, the operator will need to be sure they limit the number of infants and one-year olds to no more than three. Once all children turn age two, the FCCH operator can transition to capacity option three; ten children ages two and above. If there are no restrictions from zoning or HOA, a capacity of ten should be noted with an age range of 0-12. This will allow FCCH Operators flexibility in which capacity option they meet as the ages of children they serve, and days of the week children attend, may vary. Based on today’s monitoring, and the required documentation received, a new permit with the capacity increase will be issued. Ms. Sinclair stated that she will not increase capacity until the new permit is received. I used the Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, and Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09). Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violation was documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1404 Medication remaining after the course of treatment is completed, after authorization is withdrawn. or after authorization has expired, was not returned to the parent/guardian. Any medication not retrieved by parent/guardian within 72 hours of completion of treatment, or withdrawal of authorization, was not discarded. One topical diaper ointment on site, Desitin, expired 10/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .1720(c)(5) Technical assistance provided as follows 1404: One topical diaper ointment on site, Desitin, expired 10/2025. The ointment was removed for correction during the visit. I discussed with the provider the importance of routinely checking all topical creams for expiration dates and removing any expired products immediately. Implementing a regular monitoring schedule will help maintain compliance and ensure that only current, authorized products are available for use. Consultation is provided as follows: A shelter-in-place or lockdown drill is due to be practiced and documented by 11/30/2025. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.