Wayne Community College Childcare Center

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 96000302 Consultant: VACANCY TEAM 12 Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0925-072A Visit Date: 6/25/2026 Number Present: 36 Completed Date: 6/25/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 50 Time In: 11:15 AM Time Out: 12:05 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up A/N Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with the Corrective Action Plan (CAP), included in the Written Warning, issued on May 15, 2026. Melissa Loehr, Southeastern Investigations Supervisor, accompanied me during this visit. Kim Jones, Administrator, accompanied us during a walk-through of the facility. We spoke with Ms. Jones and informed her of the purpose of the visit. We observed a copy of the administrative action, cover letter, and CAP posted as required. I also reminded Ms. Jones the information must remain posted for at least three months and until receipt of a closure letter from the Division of Child Development and Early Education stating the Corrective Action Plan has been completed. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. I monitored supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR, First Aid, criminal background check, ITS-SIDS, discipline, adequate/approved space, licensed posted, and permit restrictions. I reviewed a copy of the staff training worksheet and verified valid ITS-SIDS training, and criminal background check qualification letters for all current staff members. CPR and First Aid for one staff member had expired. The following violations were confirmed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. During today's visit, one staff member's first aid certification was expired. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. During today's visit, one staff member's CPR certification was expired. .1102(d) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A written, dated, and signed letter of compliance must be submitted to me within one week, by (July 2, 2026), describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. The letter of compliance should be emailed or mailed to Jennifer Byrd, Investigations Consultant 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 Telephone-910-785-1486 Fax number- 919-715-1013 Email Jennifer.H.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov I monitored for compliance with the CAP as follows: 1. The child care operator shall maintain compliance at all times with all applicable child care requirements, including but not limited to, the following: • North Carolina General Statute §110-91(10) and Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1803 regarding the care, treatment, and discipline of children • Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 1801(a)(1-4) regarding supervision • Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) regarding safe environment No violations were cited during today’s visit. 2. Abigail Fultz, Evelyn Phillips, and Kimberly Smith shall not be rehired to work in any capacity at the facility or any other affiliated facility without prior approval from the Division of Child Development and Early Education. Kimberly Jones, administrator, may submit a written request for approval to Jennifer Byrd, Investigations Consultant, 2201 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2201, telephone number 910-785-1486, email Jennifer.h.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov. Approval may include, but not be limited to, documentation that Ms. Fultz, Ms. Phillips, and/or Ms. Smith have successfully completed training or coursework within the last six (6) months that specifically addresses the care, treatment, and discipline of children and has been approved by the Division. Ms. Fultz, Ms. Phillips, nor Ms. Smith have been rehired. 3. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Ms. Jones shall contact Valerie Wallace, Executive Director, Partnership for Children of Wayne County, telephone number 919-735-3371, email vwallace@pfcw.org, to arrange for training that will include, but not be limited to, developmentally appropriate interactions, safe handling of children, and discipline. All staff members, including administrative, full-time, part-time, auxiliary, substitute, and volunteer staff, shall participate in the mandatory training. Documentation of the training shall be maintained in facility files for review by representatives of the Division of Child Development and Early Education upon request. Ms. Jones contacted Ms. Wallace on June 21, 2026, as required. The training was completed June 4, 2026, as required. This stipulation has been met. 4. Within one (1) week after completion of the required training, Ms. Jones shall revise the facility’s discipline policy and procedures to describe, in detail, the steps facility administration will take to ensure appropriate care, treatment, and discipline of children at all times. The discipline policy and procedures shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • North Carolina General Statute 110-91(10) and Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1803 regarding the care, treatment, and discipline of children • Age-appropriate behavior management and discipline techniques for children • Acceptable and unacceptable techniques used to handle children to prevent injuries • A procedure for ensuring supervision of children is maintained when a staff member needs to leave the classroom or address a child’s behaviors • Procedures for how administration will ensure proper discipline and behavior management techniques are being implemented by staff • Procedures for staff members to confidentially report, without fear of reprisal, their observations, or suspicions of co-workers’ inappropriate discipline, care, or treatment of children • Procedures for staff to notify administrators of concerns in a timely manner, including when administrators are off premises • Procedures for the facility’s administrators to respond to all reports of inappropriate discipline, care, or treatment of children • Procedures for administrators to review and save video of any incidents involving potential violations of child care requirements related to discipline and/or injuries • Consequences for staff members who fail to comply with the facility’s policies and/or child care requirements • A plan for regular review of the revised discipline policies and procedures with all staff members including the review of the policies and procedures in the orientation of new staff members before they assume child care responsibilities The discipline policy and procedures shall be submitted to Ms. Byrd for review. Ms. Byrd shall notify Ms. Jones, orally and in writing, as to whether the written policy and procedures meet the requirements of this stipulation or if modifications are needed. Once notification of the stipulation being met is received, the policy and procedures shall be immediately implemented and incorporated into operating procedures. Within two (2) weeks after notification that the stipulation has been met, Ms. Jones shall notify parents/guardians of enrolled children of the change in discipline policy and procedures and obtain a statement signed by the parent/guardian that he/she received a copy of the new discipline policy and procedures. A copy of the policy and procedures shall be maintained in facility files for review by representatives of the Division of Child Development and Early Education upon request. Ms. Jones submitted the plan on June 9, 2026, as required. I replied to Ms. Jones regarding revisions on June 10, 2026. Revisions were submitted June 16, 2026. Ms. Loehr responded regarding revisions on June 18, 2026. Revisions were submitted June 22, 2026. I advised Jodi Baker the plan meet the requirements on June 22, 2206. During today's visit, I reminded Ms. Jones the parent notification of the revised discipline policy must be completed no later than July 9, 2026. 5. Within two (2) weeks after this Notice is received, Ms. Jones shall develop a written plan for routine observations and evaluations of each staff member to ensure compliance with child care requirements and facility policies/procedures/plans regarding supervision, safe environment, and the care, treatment, and discipline of children. Documentation of the observations shall include the date, time, and location of each observation, the name and signature of the person(s) observed, the signature of the observer, a summary of each observation, the observer’s feedback/guidance to the staff members, and the staff member’s response. The plan shall also include a requirement that documented observations will be conducted with the use of the facility’s video surveillance system, as well as in classroom observations. The written plan shall be submitted to Ms. Byrd for review. Ms. Byrd shall notify Ms. Jones, orally and in writing, as to whether the plan meets the stipulation or if modifications are needed. Upon receiving notification that it meets the requirements of the stipulation, the plan shall be immediately implemented and a copy of the plan shall be maintained in facility files for review by representatives of the Division of Child Development and Early Education upon request. In addition, the observation records for each staff member shall be retained in their personnel file for the duration of their employment at the facility. Ms. Jones submitted the observation plan May 28, 2026, as required. I replied regarding revisions June 23, 2026. Ms. Jones submitted the requested revisions on June 24, 2026. I informed Ms. Jones in writing and verbally that the observation plan met the stipulation. As a reminder, the observation plan should be implemented immediately. Please submit observations to me upon completion. 6. Within one (1) week after notification of the stipulation related to discipline policy and procedures being met is received, Ms. Jones shall conduct a staff meeting with all staff members to discuss the revised policy and procedures. Documentation of the staff meeting shall include an attendance roster with the printed name and signature of each staff member in attendance, the date, time, and length of the meeting, and minutes documenting the information discussed during the meeting. All documentation shall be maintained in facility files for review by representatives of the Division of Child Development and Early Education upon request. Ms. Jones was informed on June 22, 2026 that the discipline policy met the stipulation. During today's visit, Ms. Jones stated that she would be meeting with all staff individually to review the revised discipline policy and procedures. I reminded Ms. Jones that the review should be completed no later than June 29, 2026. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1803 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 96000302 Consultant: VACANCY TEAM 12 Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0925-072A Visit Date: 6/25/2026 Number Present: 36 Completed Date: 6/25/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 50 Time In: 11:15 AM Time Out: 12:05 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up A/N Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with the Corrective Action Plan (CAP), included in the Written Warning, issued on May 15, 2026. Melissa Loehr, Southeastern Investigations Supervisor, accompanied me during this visit. Kim Jones, Administrator, accompanied us during a walk-through of the facility. We spoke with Ms. Jones and informed her of the purpose of the visit. We observed a copy of the administrative action, cover letter, and CAP posted as required. I also reminded Ms. Jones the information must remain posted for at least three months and until receipt of a closure letter from the Division of Child Development and Early Education stating the Corrective Action Plan has been completed. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. I monitored supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR, First Aid, criminal background check, ITS-SIDS, discipline, adequate/approved space, licensed posted, and permit restrictions. I reviewed a copy of the staff training worksheet and verified valid ITS-SIDS training, and criminal background check qualification letters for all current staff members. CPR and First Aid for one staff member had expired. The following violations were confirmed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. During today's visit, one staff member's first aid certification was expired. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. During today's visit, one staff member's CPR certification was expired. .1102(d) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A written, dated, and signed letter of compliance must be submitted to me within one week, by (July 2, 2026), describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. The letter of compliance should be emailed or mailed to Jennifer Byrd, Investigations Consultant 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 Telephone-910-785-1486 Fax number- 919-715-1013 Email Jennifer.H.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov I monitored for compliance with the CAP as follows: 1. The child care operator shall maintain compliance at all times with all applicable child care requirements, including but not limited to, the following: • North Carolina General Statute §110-91(10) and Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1803 regarding the care, treatment, and discipline of children • Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 1801(a)(1-4) regarding supervision • Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) regarding safe environment No violations were cited during today’s visit. 2. Abigail Fultz, Evelyn Phillips, and Kimberly Smith shall not be rehired to work in any capacity at the facility or any other affiliated facility without prior approval from the Division of Child Development and Early Education. Kimberly Jones, administrator, may submit a written request for approval to Jennifer Byrd, Investigations Consultant, 2201 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2201, telephone number 910-785-1486, email Jennifer.h.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov. Approval may include, but not be limited to, documentation that Ms. Fultz, Ms. Phillips, and/or Ms. Smith have successfully completed training or coursework within the last six (6) months that specifically addresses the care, treatment, and discipline of children and has been approved by the Division. Ms. Fultz, Ms. Phillips, nor Ms. Smith have been rehired. 3. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Ms. Jones shall contact Valerie Wallace, Executive Director, Partnership for Children of Wayne County, telephone number 919-735-3371, email vwallace@pfcw.org, to arrange for training that will include, but not be limited to, developmentally appropriate interactions, safe handling of children, and discipline. All staff members, including administrative, full-time, part-time, auxiliary, substitute, and volunteer staff, shall participate in the mandatory training. Documentation of the training shall be maintained in facility files for review by representatives of the Division of Child Development and Early Education upon request. Ms. Jones contacted Ms. Wallace on June 21, 2026, as required. The training was completed June 4, 2026, as required. This stipulation has been met. 4. Within one (1) week after completion of the required training, Ms. Jones shall revise the facility’s discipline policy and procedures to describe, in detail, the steps facility administration will take to ensure appropriate care, treatment, and discipline of children at all times. The discipline policy and procedures shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • North Carolina General Statute 110-91(10) and Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1803 regarding the care, treatment, and discipline of children • Age-appropriate behavior management and discipline techniques for children • Acceptable and unacceptable techniques used to handle children to prevent injuries • A procedure for ensuring supervision of children is maintained when a staff member needs to leave the classroom or address a child’s behaviors • Procedures for how administration will ensure proper discipline and behavior management techniques are being implemented by staff • Procedures for staff members to confidentially report, without fear of reprisal, their observations, or suspicions of co-workers’ inappropriate discipline, care, or treatment of children • Procedures for staff to notify administrators of concerns in a timely manner, including when administrators are off premises • Procedures for the facility’s administrators to respond to all reports of inappropriate discipline, care, or treatment of children • Procedures for administrators to review and save video of any incidents involving potential violations of child care requirements related to discipline and/or injuries • Consequences for staff members who fail to comply with the facility’s policies and/or child care requirements • A plan for regular review of the revised discipline policies and procedures with all staff members including the review of the policies and procedures in the orientation of new staff members before they assume child care responsibilities The discipline policy and procedures shall be submitted to Ms. Byrd for review. Ms. Byrd shall notify Ms. Jones, orally and in writing, as to whether the written policy and procedures meet the requirements of this stipulation or if modifications are needed. Once notification of the stipulation being met is received, the policy and procedures shall be immediately implemented and incorporated into operating procedures. Within two (2) weeks after notification that the stipulation has been met, Ms. Jones shall notify parents/guardians of enrolled children of the change in discipline policy and procedures and obtain a statement signed by the parent/guardian that he/she received a copy of the new discipline policy and procedures. A copy of the policy and procedures shall be maintained in facility files for review by representatives of the Division of Child Development and Early Education upon request. Ms. Jones submitted the plan on June 9, 2026, as required. I replied to Ms. Jones regarding revisions on June 10, 2026. Revisions were submitted June 16, 2026. Ms. Loehr responded regarding revisions on June 18, 2026. Revisions were submitted June 22, 2026. I advised Jodi Baker the plan meet the requirements on June 22, 2206. During today's visit, I reminded Ms. Jones the parent notification of the revised discipline policy must be completed no later than July 9, 2026. 5. Within two (2) weeks after this Notice is received, Ms. Jones shall develop a written plan for routine observations and evaluations of each staff member to ensure compliance with child care requirements and facility policies/procedures/plans regarding supervision, safe environment, and the care, treatment, and discipline of children. Documentation of the observations shall include the date, time, and location of each observation, the name and signature of the person(s) observed, the signature of the observer, a summary of each observation, the observer’s feedback/guidance to the staff members, and the staff member’s response. The plan shall also include a requirement that documented observations will be conducted with the use of the facility’s video surveillance system, as well as in classroom observations. The written plan shall be submitted to Ms. Byrd for review. Ms. Byrd shall notify Ms. Jones, orally and in writing, as to whether the plan meets the stipulation or if modifications are needed. Upon receiving notification that it meets the requirements of the stipulation, the plan shall be immediately implemented and a copy of the plan shall be maintained in facility files for review by representatives of the Division of Child Development and Early Education upon request. In addition, the observation records for each staff member shall be retained in their personnel file for the duration of their employment at the facility. Ms. Jones submitted the observation plan May 28, 2026, as required. I replied regarding revisions June 23, 2026. Ms. Jones submitted the requested revisions on June 24, 2026. I informed Ms. Jones in writing and verbally that the observation plan met the stipulation. As a reminder, the observation plan should be implemented immediately. Please submit observations to me upon completion. 6. Within one (1) week after notification of the stipulation related to discipline policy and procedures being met is received, Ms. Jones shall conduct a staff meeting with all staff members to discuss the revised policy and procedures. Documentation of the staff meeting shall include an attendance roster with the printed name and signature of each staff member in attendance, the date, time, and length of the meeting, and minutes documenting the information discussed during the meeting. All documentation shall be maintained in facility files for review by representatives of the Division of Child Development and Early Education upon request. Ms. Jones was informed on June 22, 2026 that the discipline policy met the stipulation. During today's visit, Ms. Jones stated that she would be meeting with all staff individually to review the revised discipline policy and procedures. I reminded Ms. Jones that the review should be completed no later than June 29, 2026. 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. 1801 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 96000302 Consultant: VACANCY TEAM 12 Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0925-072A Visit Date: 6/25/2026 Number Present: 36 Completed Date: 6/25/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 50 Time In: 11:15 AM Time Out: 12:05 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up A/N Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with the Corrective Action Plan (CAP), included in the Written Warning, issued on May 15, 2026. Melissa Loehr, Southeastern Investigations Supervisor, accompanied me during this visit. Kim Jones, Administrator, accompanied us during a walk-through of the facility. We spoke with Ms. Jones and informed her of the purpose of the visit. We observed a copy of the administrative action, cover letter, and CAP posted as required. I also reminded Ms. Jones the information must remain posted for at least three months and until receipt of a closure letter from the Division of Child Development and Early Education stating the Corrective Action Plan has been completed. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. I monitored supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR, First Aid, criminal background check, ITS-SIDS, discipline, adequate/approved space, licensed posted, and permit restrictions. I reviewed a copy of the staff training worksheet and verified valid ITS-SIDS training, and criminal background check qualification letters for all current staff members. CPR and First Aid for one staff member had expired. The following violations were confirmed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. During today's visit, one staff member's first aid certification was expired. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. During today's visit, one staff member's CPR certification was expired. .1102(d) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A written, dated, and signed letter of compliance must be submitted to me within one week, by (July 2, 2026), describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. The letter of compliance should be emailed or mailed to Jennifer Byrd, Investigations Consultant 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 Telephone-910-785-1486 Fax number- 919-715-1013 Email Jennifer.H.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov I monitored for compliance with the CAP as follows: 1. The child care operator shall maintain compliance at all times with all applicable child care requirements, including but not limited to, the following: • North Carolina General Statute §110-91(10) and Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1803 regarding the care, treatment, and discipline of children • Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 1801(a)(1-4) regarding supervision • Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) regarding safe environment No violations were cited during today’s visit. 2. Abigail Fultz, Evelyn Phillips, and Kimberly Smith shall not be rehired to work in any capacity at the facility or any other affiliated facility without prior approval from the Division of Child Development and Early Education. Kimberly Jones, administrator, may submit a written request for approval to Jennifer Byrd, Investigations Consultant, 2201 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2201, telephone number 910-785-1486, email Jennifer.h.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov. Approval may include, but not be limited to, documentation that Ms. Fultz, Ms. Phillips, and/or Ms. Smith have successfully completed training or coursework within the last six (6) months that specifically addresses the care, treatment, and discipline of children and has been approved by the Division. Ms. Fultz, Ms. Phillips, nor Ms. Smith have been rehired. 3. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Ms. Jones shall contact Valerie Wallace, Executive Director, Partnership for Children of Wayne County, telephone number 919-735-3371, email vwallace@pfcw.org, to arrange for training that will include, but not be limited to, developmentally appropriate interactions, safe handling of children, and discipline. All staff members, including administrative, full-time, part-time, auxiliary, substitute, and volunteer staff, shall participate in the mandatory training. Documentation of the training shall be maintained in facility files for review by representatives of the Division of Child Development and Early Education upon request. Ms. Jones contacted Ms. Wallace on June 21, 2026, as required. The training was completed June 4, 2026, as required. This stipulation has been met. 4. Within one (1) week after completion of the required training, Ms. Jones shall revise the facility’s discipline policy and procedures to describe, in detail, the steps facility administration will take to ensure appropriate care, treatment, and discipline of children at all times. The discipline policy and procedures shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • North Carolina General Statute 110-91(10) and Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1803 regarding the care, treatment, and discipline of children • Age-appropriate behavior management and discipline techniques for children • Acceptable and unacceptable techniques used to handle children to prevent injuries • A procedure for ensuring supervision of children is maintained when a staff member needs to leave the classroom or address a child’s behaviors • Procedures for how administration will ensure proper discipline and behavior management techniques are being implemented by staff • Procedures for staff members to confidentially report, without fear of reprisal, their observations, or suspicions of co-workers’ inappropriate discipline, care, or treatment of children • Procedures for staff to notify administrators of concerns in a timely manner, including when administrators are off premises • Procedures for the facility’s administrators to respond to all reports of inappropriate discipline, care, or treatment of children • Procedures for administrators to review and save video of any incidents involving potential violations of child care requirements related to discipline and/or injuries • Consequences for staff members who fail to comply with the facility’s policies and/or child care requirements • A plan for regular review of the revised discipline policies and procedures with all staff members including the review of the policies and procedures in the orientation of new staff members before they assume child care responsibilities The discipline policy and procedures shall be submitted to Ms. Byrd for review. Ms. Byrd shall notify Ms. Jones, orally and in writing, as to whether the written policy and procedures meet the requirements of this stipulation or if modifications are needed. Once notification of the stipulation being met is received, the policy and procedures shall be immediately implemented and incorporated into operating procedures. Within two (2) weeks after notification that the stipulation has been met, Ms. Jones shall notify parents/guardians of enrolled children of the change in discipline policy and procedures and obtain a statement signed by the parent/guardian that he/she received a copy of the new discipline policy and procedures. A copy of the policy and procedures shall be maintained in facility files for review by representatives of the Division of Child Development and Early Education upon request. Ms. Jones submitted the plan on June 9, 2026, as required. I replied to Ms. Jones regarding revisions on June 10, 2026. Revisions were submitted June 16, 2026. Ms. Loehr responded regarding revisions on June 18, 2026. Revisions were submitted June 22, 2026. I advised Jodi Baker the plan meet the requirements on June 22, 2206. During today's visit, I reminded Ms. Jones the parent notification of the revised discipline policy must be completed no later than July 9, 2026. 5. Within two (2) weeks after this Notice is received, Ms. Jones shall develop a written plan for routine observations and evaluations of each staff member to ensure compliance with child care requirements and facility policies/procedures/plans regarding supervision, safe environment, and the care, treatment, and discipline of children. Documentation of the observations shall include the date, time, and location of each observation, the name and signature of the person(s) observed, the signature of the observer, a summary of each observation, the observer’s feedback/guidance to the staff members, and the staff member’s response. The plan shall also include a requirement that documented observations will be conducted with the use of the facility’s video surveillance system, as well as in classroom observations. The written plan shall be submitted to Ms. Byrd for review. Ms. Byrd shall notify Ms. Jones, orally and in writing, as to whether the plan meets the stipulation or if modifications are needed. Upon receiving notification that it meets the requirements of the stipulation, the plan shall be immediately implemented and a copy of the plan shall be maintained in facility files for review by representatives of the Division of Child Development and Early Education upon request. In addition, the observation records for each staff member shall be retained in their personnel file for the duration of their employment at the facility. Ms. Jones submitted the observation plan May 28, 2026, as required. I replied regarding revisions June 23, 2026. Ms. Jones submitted the requested revisions on June 24, 2026. I informed Ms. Jones in writing and verbally that the observation plan met the stipulation. As a reminder, the observation plan should be implemented immediately. Please submit observations to me upon completion. 6. Within one (1) week after notification of the stipulation related to discipline policy and procedures being met is received, Ms. Jones shall conduct a staff meeting with all staff members to discuss the revised policy and procedures. Documentation of the staff meeting shall include an attendance roster with the printed name and signature of each staff member in attendance, the date, time, and length of the meeting, and minutes documenting the information discussed during the meeting. All documentation shall be maintained in facility files for review by representatives of the Division of Child Development and Early Education upon request. Ms. Jones was informed on June 22, 2026 that the discipline policy met the stipulation. During today's visit, Ms. Jones stated that she would be meeting with all staff individually to review the revised discipline policy and procedures. I reminded Ms. Jones that the review should be completed no later than June 29, 2026. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0901 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 96000302 Consultant: TAMEKA JOHNSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/5/2026 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 2/5/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 11:45 AM Time Out: 01:15 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 applicable child care requirements during your routine unannounced visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the Administrator K. Jones. I was accompanied by Ms. Jones as I completed a general walkthrough of the indoor environment which consisted of four (4) classrooms, the kitchen and the outdoor environment. The children were observed during naptime and completing routine care tasks. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Patterns. ** License Status The facility is currently operating with a five-star license issued on November 14, 2018. ** Annual Inspections: The last sanitation inspection was completed August 25, 2025, and received a ‘Superior’ classification with 0 demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on January 16, 2026. The last documented fire drill was conducted on January 23, 2026, the last documented lockdown drill was completed on November 14, 2025, and the last documented playground inspection was completed on January 15, 2026. Prior to today’s visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State’s website and observed that the owner of this facility is listed current/active. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. The monitoring included: supervision of children, staff/child ratio, storage of hazardous substances, storage of medicine, adequate/ approved space, posted license, license restrictions, attendance logs, program records and safe sleep checks. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. Current menu was not posted for all meals. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 1887 Each infant was not served only bottles labeled with their individual name. Three bottles were not labeled and dated. .0902(d) To comply with the NC Laws and Rules, any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter must be sent to me by February 19, 2026. The letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future. If the compliance letter is not received by the date listed a return visit will be made and the violations cited again. Please send the letter to tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: Facility name Facility ID number Each item number Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history was 91%. Technical Assistance: During today's visit a violation was cited for bottles not being labeled. As a reminder, check behind the families as they drop off their children to ensure they have labeled and dated the bottles. Another option is to send a note to the families to ensure that they know to label bottles. During today’s visit we reviewed the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS). Ms. Jones stated that she is choosing the classroom instructional Quality Pathway. We reviewed Continuous Quality Improvement, Family and Community Engagement standards, lead teacher qualifications and teacher qualifications. Ms. Jones stated that the facility is already using an approved curriculum Creative Curriculum. Recognition of Quality Initiatives is a form that highlights all the wonderful things that you are doing at your facility, but it does not earn you stars. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for the latest information and updates. If I can be of any assistance, I can be reached at 252-326-1867 or by email tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 96000302 Consultant: JENNIFER H BYRD Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0925-072A Visit Date: 9/9/2025 Number Present: 39 Completed Date: 9/9/2025 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 12:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. Jodi Baker, Department Chair, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Kim Jones, Administrator, and three other staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On September 2, 2025 there were four adults on the playground for preschool aged children laughing and talking. They were not providing adequate supervision to the children and were not moving around the playground. During this time, two children were either fighting or playing roughly, and no staff members intervened. On September 3, 2025, a one-year-old child fell into a table, face first, and cried. There were four staff members present at the time and none of the staff members appeared to be aware of the incident, nor did they check the child for any possible injuries. .1801(a)(1-5) 491 Caregiver did not respond at the earliest opportunity to an infant or toddler’s physical and emotional needs. On September 2 and 3, 2025, there were several instances in which one-year-old children were crying and/or possibly injured, and staff members did not comfort or check on the children. .0511(b)(1) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On August 29, 2025, a staff member sat a one-year-old child on the counter to put the child’s shoes on. The staff member walked away from the counter, leaving the child on the counter top for 6 seconds. On September 3, 2025, a staff member warned one-year-old children the toys on the playground may be hot. The staff member did not check the toys prior to the children playing with them. Also on September 3, 2025, a staff member stepped on a child’s fingers. The child cried and the staff member, who may have been unaware that they stepped on the child, failed to check the child for any injuries. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. An incident report was not completed when a child was injured in care on September 2, 2025. .0802 (e) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. On August 25, 2025, a staff member harshly told a one-year-old child to leave another child alone. The same staff member told another one-year-old child, who was crying, to “stop it now, go play.” On September 2, 2025, a staff member tapped a one-year-old child with the staff member’s foot. Also on September 2, 2025, a staff member shook a bubble wand in a one-year-old child’s face. The child responded by putting their hands over their ears and looking down. The staff member then shook the bubble liquid over the child’s head. On the same date, a staff member told a one-year-old-child that child was worse than another child in response to the child crying. On September 2 and 3, 2025, staff members spoke harshly to one-year-old children on several occasions. The staff members told the children to “stop that”, “sit down”. A staff member also told one-year-old-children they needed to go home and go “night night”. A staff member also snatched a toy from a one-year-old-child. On September 3, 2025, two staff members stated to one-year-old children, “You’re done” and took food from the children while they were still eating. Also on September 3, 2025, staff members had an inappropriate conversation in front of the children involving the parent of one of the children. G.S. 110-91(10) 904 A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking. On August 25, August 29, September 2 and September 3, 2025, staff members handled one-year-old children roughly in the following ways: On August 25, 2025, a staff member grabbed a child’s arm roughly. On August 29, 2025, a staff member took a child by the arm to move the child. The child’s feet slid out from under the child, causing the child to fall hard on their bottom. The child cried. The staff member roughly put a shoe on another child. On September 2, 2025, a staff member roughly grabbed two one-year-old children and forced them to sit down. Both children cried. Also on September 2, 2025, the same staff member pulled a one-year-old-child’s chair back from the table in a manner causing the child to hit their chin on the table and cry. On September 3, 2025, staff members roughly grabbed and moved children in a rough manner causing the children to cry. On at least one occasion, a staff member lifted a one-year-old-child by the child’s arm, lifting the child’s feet off of the ground. .1803(a)(1) 908 Discipline was not appropriate for the child's age and development. On August 25, 2025, a staff member gave one-year-old children a sticker and told them if they got up, she would take the sticker away. On September 2, 2025, a one-year-old child pulled up at the table several times. Each time, a staff member told the child no and led them away from the table. The staff member did not explain to the child why this was not okay. .1803(b) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The center's ABCMS provider's portal was not current with all staff members. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1810 There was a substantiation of child maltreatment. Pursuant to its investigation, the Division has confirmed sufficient information to determine child maltreatment. GS 110-105.6(a) 1876 A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. On September 2, 2025, a staff member told a child their nose was nasty and they should have stayed at home. The same staff member told another child they were nasty because they had their hand in their diaper. On the same date, two staff members mocked crying one-year-old children on two occasions. Staff members also yelled at the one-year-old children on several occasions. On one occasion, a staff member cursed at a one-year old child. .1803(a)(9) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A written, dated, and signed letter of compliance must be submitted to me within one week, by September 16, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. The letter of compliance should be emailed or mailed to Jennifer Byrd, Investigations Consultant 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 Telephone-910-785-1486 Fax number- 919-715-1013 Email Jennifer.H.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov or Melissa Loehr, Supervisor Melissa.Loehr@dhhs.nc.gov Thank you for your time. 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: WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 96000302 Consultant: JENNIFER H BYRD Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0925-072A Visit Date: 9/9/2025 Number Present: 39 Completed Date: 9/9/2025 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 12:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. Jodi Baker, Department Chair, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Kim Jones, Administrator, and three other staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On September 2, 2025 there were four adults on the playground for preschool aged children laughing and talking. They were not providing adequate supervision to the children and were not moving around the playground. During this time, two children were either fighting or playing roughly, and no staff members intervened. On September 3, 2025, a one-year-old child fell into a table, face first, and cried. There were four staff members present at the time and none of the staff members appeared to be aware of the incident, nor did they check the child for any possible injuries. .1801(a)(1-5) 491 Caregiver did not respond at the earliest opportunity to an infant or toddler’s physical and emotional needs. On September 2 and 3, 2025, there were several instances in which one-year-old children were crying and/or possibly injured, and staff members did not comfort or check on the children. .0511(b)(1) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On August 29, 2025, a staff member sat a one-year-old child on the counter to put the child’s shoes on. The staff member walked away from the counter, leaving the child on the counter top for 6 seconds. On September 3, 2025, a staff member warned one-year-old children the toys on the playground may be hot. The staff member did not check the toys prior to the children playing with them. Also on September 3, 2025, a staff member stepped on a child’s fingers. The child cried and the staff member, who may have been unaware that they stepped on the child, failed to check the child for any injuries. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. An incident report was not completed when a child was injured in care on September 2, 2025. .0802 (e) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. On August 25, 2025, a staff member harshly told a one-year-old child to leave another child alone. The same staff member told another one-year-old child, who was crying, to “stop it now, go play.” On September 2, 2025, a staff member tapped a one-year-old child with the staff member’s foot. Also on September 2, 2025, a staff member shook a bubble wand in a one-year-old child’s face. The child responded by putting their hands over their ears and looking down. The staff member then shook the bubble liquid over the child’s head. On the same date, a staff member told a one-year-old-child that child was worse than another child in response to the child crying. On September 2 and 3, 2025, staff members spoke harshly to one-year-old children on several occasions. The staff members told the children to “stop that”, “sit down”. A staff member also told one-year-old-children they needed to go home and go “night night”. A staff member also snatched a toy from a one-year-old-child. On September 3, 2025, two staff members stated to one-year-old children, “You’re done” and took food from the children while they were still eating. Also on September 3, 2025, staff members had an inappropriate conversation in front of the children involving the parent of one of the children. G.S. 110-91(10) 904 A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking. On August 25, August 29, September 2 and September 3, 2025, staff members handled one-year-old children roughly in the following ways: On August 25, 2025, a staff member grabbed a child’s arm roughly. On August 29, 2025, a staff member took a child by the arm to move the child. The child’s feet slid out from under the child, causing the child to fall hard on their bottom. The child cried. The staff member roughly put a shoe on another child. On September 2, 2025, a staff member roughly grabbed two one-year-old children and forced them to sit down. Both children cried. Also on September 2, 2025, the same staff member pulled a one-year-old-child’s chair back from the table in a manner causing the child to hit their chin on the table and cry. On September 3, 2025, staff members roughly grabbed and moved children in a rough manner causing the children to cry. On at least one occasion, a staff member lifted a one-year-old-child by the child’s arm, lifting the child’s feet off of the ground. .1803(a)(1) 908 Discipline was not appropriate for the child's age and development. On August 25, 2025, a staff member gave one-year-old children a sticker and told them if they got up, she would take the sticker away. On September 2, 2025, a one-year-old child pulled up at the table several times. Each time, a staff member told the child no and led them away from the table. The staff member did not explain to the child why this was not okay. .1803(b) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The center's ABCMS provider's portal was not current with all staff members. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1810 There was a substantiation of child maltreatment. Pursuant to its investigation, the Division has confirmed sufficient information to determine child maltreatment. GS 110-105.6(a) 1876 A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. On September 2, 2025, a staff member told a child their nose was nasty and they should have stayed at home. The same staff member told another child they were nasty because they had their hand in their diaper. On the same date, two staff members mocked crying one-year-old children on two occasions. Staff members also yelled at the one-year-old children on several occasions. On one occasion, a staff member cursed at a one-year old child. .1803(a)(9) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A written, dated, and signed letter of compliance must be submitted to me within one week, by September 16, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. The letter of compliance should be emailed or mailed to Jennifer Byrd, Investigations Consultant 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 Telephone-910-785-1486 Fax number- 919-715-1013 Email Jennifer.H.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov or Melissa Loehr, Supervisor Melissa.Loehr@dhhs.nc.gov Thank you for your time. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 96000302 Consultant: JENNIFER H BYRD Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0925-072A Visit Date: 9/9/2025 Number Present: 39 Completed Date: 9/9/2025 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 12:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. Jodi Baker, Department Chair, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Kim Jones, Administrator, and three other staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On September 2, 2025 there were four adults on the playground for preschool aged children laughing and talking. They were not providing adequate supervision to the children and were not moving around the playground. During this time, two children were either fighting or playing roughly, and no staff members intervened. On September 3, 2025, a one-year-old child fell into a table, face first, and cried. There were four staff members present at the time and none of the staff members appeared to be aware of the incident, nor did they check the child for any possible injuries. .1801(a)(1-5) 491 Caregiver did not respond at the earliest opportunity to an infant or toddler’s physical and emotional needs. On September 2 and 3, 2025, there were several instances in which one-year-old children were crying and/or possibly injured, and staff members did not comfort or check on the children. .0511(b)(1) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On August 29, 2025, a staff member sat a one-year-old child on the counter to put the child’s shoes on. The staff member walked away from the counter, leaving the child on the counter top for 6 seconds. On September 3, 2025, a staff member warned one-year-old children the toys on the playground may be hot. The staff member did not check the toys prior to the children playing with them. Also on September 3, 2025, a staff member stepped on a child’s fingers. The child cried and the staff member, who may have been unaware that they stepped on the child, failed to check the child for any injuries. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. An incident report was not completed when a child was injured in care on September 2, 2025. .0802 (e) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. On August 25, 2025, a staff member harshly told a one-year-old child to leave another child alone. The same staff member told another one-year-old child, who was crying, to “stop it now, go play.” On September 2, 2025, a staff member tapped a one-year-old child with the staff member’s foot. Also on September 2, 2025, a staff member shook a bubble wand in a one-year-old child’s face. The child responded by putting their hands over their ears and looking down. The staff member then shook the bubble liquid over the child’s head. On the same date, a staff member told a one-year-old-child that child was worse than another child in response to the child crying. On September 2 and 3, 2025, staff members spoke harshly to one-year-old children on several occasions. The staff members told the children to “stop that”, “sit down”. A staff member also told one-year-old-children they needed to go home and go “night night”. A staff member also snatched a toy from a one-year-old-child. On September 3, 2025, two staff members stated to one-year-old children, “You’re done” and took food from the children while they were still eating. Also on September 3, 2025, staff members had an inappropriate conversation in front of the children involving the parent of one of the children. G.S. 110-91(10) 904 A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking. On August 25, August 29, September 2 and September 3, 2025, staff members handled one-year-old children roughly in the following ways: On August 25, 2025, a staff member grabbed a child’s arm roughly. On August 29, 2025, a staff member took a child by the arm to move the child. The child’s feet slid out from under the child, causing the child to fall hard on their bottom. The child cried. The staff member roughly put a shoe on another child. On September 2, 2025, a staff member roughly grabbed two one-year-old children and forced them to sit down. Both children cried. Also on September 2, 2025, the same staff member pulled a one-year-old-child’s chair back from the table in a manner causing the child to hit their chin on the table and cry. On September 3, 2025, staff members roughly grabbed and moved children in a rough manner causing the children to cry. On at least one occasion, a staff member lifted a one-year-old-child by the child’s arm, lifting the child’s feet off of the ground. .1803(a)(1) 908 Discipline was not appropriate for the child's age and development. On August 25, 2025, a staff member gave one-year-old children a sticker and told them if they got up, she would take the sticker away. On September 2, 2025, a one-year-old child pulled up at the table several times. Each time, a staff member told the child no and led them away from the table. The staff member did not explain to the child why this was not okay. .1803(b) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The center's ABCMS provider's portal was not current with all staff members. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1810 There was a substantiation of child maltreatment. Pursuant to its investigation, the Division has confirmed sufficient information to determine child maltreatment. GS 110-105.6(a) 1876 A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. On September 2, 2025, a staff member told a child their nose was nasty and they should have stayed at home. The same staff member told another child they were nasty because they had their hand in their diaper. On the same date, two staff members mocked crying one-year-old children on two occasions. Staff members also yelled at the one-year-old children on several occasions. On one occasion, a staff member cursed at a one-year old child. .1803(a)(9) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A written, dated, and signed letter of compliance must be submitted to me within one week, by September 16, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. The letter of compliance should be emailed or mailed to Jennifer Byrd, Investigations Consultant 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 Telephone-910-785-1486 Fax number- 919-715-1013 Email Jennifer.H.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov or Melissa Loehr, Supervisor Melissa.Loehr@dhhs.nc.gov Thank you for your time. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-105 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 96000302 Consultant: JENNIFER H BYRD Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0925-072A Visit Date: 9/9/2025 Number Present: 39 Completed Date: 9/9/2025 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 12:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. Jodi Baker, Department Chair, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Kim Jones, Administrator, and three other staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On September 2, 2025 there were four adults on the playground for preschool aged children laughing and talking. They were not providing adequate supervision to the children and were not moving around the playground. During this time, two children were either fighting or playing roughly, and no staff members intervened. On September 3, 2025, a one-year-old child fell into a table, face first, and cried. There were four staff members present at the time and none of the staff members appeared to be aware of the incident, nor did they check the child for any possible injuries. .1801(a)(1-5) 491 Caregiver did not respond at the earliest opportunity to an infant or toddler’s physical and emotional needs. On September 2 and 3, 2025, there were several instances in which one-year-old children were crying and/or possibly injured, and staff members did not comfort or check on the children. .0511(b)(1) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On August 29, 2025, a staff member sat a one-year-old child on the counter to put the child’s shoes on. The staff member walked away from the counter, leaving the child on the counter top for 6 seconds. On September 3, 2025, a staff member warned one-year-old children the toys on the playground may be hot. The staff member did not check the toys prior to the children playing with them. Also on September 3, 2025, a staff member stepped on a child’s fingers. The child cried and the staff member, who may have been unaware that they stepped on the child, failed to check the child for any injuries. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. An incident report was not completed when a child was injured in care on September 2, 2025. .0802 (e) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. On August 25, 2025, a staff member harshly told a one-year-old child to leave another child alone. The same staff member told another one-year-old child, who was crying, to “stop it now, go play.” On September 2, 2025, a staff member tapped a one-year-old child with the staff member’s foot. Also on September 2, 2025, a staff member shook a bubble wand in a one-year-old child’s face. The child responded by putting their hands over their ears and looking down. The staff member then shook the bubble liquid over the child’s head. On the same date, a staff member told a one-year-old-child that child was worse than another child in response to the child crying. On September 2 and 3, 2025, staff members spoke harshly to one-year-old children on several occasions. The staff members told the children to “stop that”, “sit down”. A staff member also told one-year-old-children they needed to go home and go “night night”. A staff member also snatched a toy from a one-year-old-child. On September 3, 2025, two staff members stated to one-year-old children, “You’re done” and took food from the children while they were still eating. Also on September 3, 2025, staff members had an inappropriate conversation in front of the children involving the parent of one of the children. G.S. 110-91(10) 904 A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking. On August 25, August 29, September 2 and September 3, 2025, staff members handled one-year-old children roughly in the following ways: On August 25, 2025, a staff member grabbed a child’s arm roughly. On August 29, 2025, a staff member took a child by the arm to move the child. The child’s feet slid out from under the child, causing the child to fall hard on their bottom. The child cried. The staff member roughly put a shoe on another child. On September 2, 2025, a staff member roughly grabbed two one-year-old children and forced them to sit down. Both children cried. Also on September 2, 2025, the same staff member pulled a one-year-old-child’s chair back from the table in a manner causing the child to hit their chin on the table and cry. On September 3, 2025, staff members roughly grabbed and moved children in a rough manner causing the children to cry. On at least one occasion, a staff member lifted a one-year-old-child by the child’s arm, lifting the child’s feet off of the ground. .1803(a)(1) 908 Discipline was not appropriate for the child's age and development. On August 25, 2025, a staff member gave one-year-old children a sticker and told them if they got up, she would take the sticker away. On September 2, 2025, a one-year-old child pulled up at the table several times. Each time, a staff member told the child no and led them away from the table. The staff member did not explain to the child why this was not okay. .1803(b) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The center's ABCMS provider's portal was not current with all staff members. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1810 There was a substantiation of child maltreatment. Pursuant to its investigation, the Division has confirmed sufficient information to determine child maltreatment. GS 110-105.6(a) 1876 A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. On September 2, 2025, a staff member told a child their nose was nasty and they should have stayed at home. The same staff member told another child they were nasty because they had their hand in their diaper. On the same date, two staff members mocked crying one-year-old children on two occasions. Staff members also yelled at the one-year-old children on several occasions. On one occasion, a staff member cursed at a one-year old child. .1803(a)(9) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A written, dated, and signed letter of compliance must be submitted to me within one week, by September 16, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. The letter of compliance should be emailed or mailed to Jennifer Byrd, Investigations Consultant 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 Telephone-910-785-1486 Fax number- 919-715-1013 Email Jennifer.H.Byrd@dhhs.nc.gov or Melissa Loehr, Supervisor Melissa.Loehr@dhhs.nc.gov Thank you for your time. 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: WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 96000302 Consultant: TAMEKA JOHNSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/26/2025 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 2/26/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 60 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 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 applicable child care requirements during your routine unannounced visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the Administrator K. Jones. I was accompanied by Ms. Jones as I completed a general walkthrough of the indoor environment which consisted of four (4) classrooms, the kitchen and the outdoor environment. The children were observed during naptime and completing routine care tasks. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Patterns. ** License Status The facility is currently operating with a five-star license issued on November 14, 2018. ** Annual Inspections: The last sanitation inspection was completed August 27, 2024, and received a ‘Superior’ classification with 0 demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on January 3, 2025. The last documented fire drill was conducted on February 4, 2025, the last documented lockdown drill was completed on February 4, 2025, and the last documented playground inspection was completed on February 24, 2025. Prior to today’s visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State’s website and observed that the owner of this facility is listed current/active. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. The monitoring included: supervision of children, staff/child ratio, storage of hazardous substances, storage of medicine, adequate/ approved space, posted license, license restrictions, attendance logs, program records and safe sleep checks. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. A tube of diaper cream had the expiration date of July 2024. .0803(12) The violation that was cited today was corrected; therefore, a compliance letter is not needed. Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history was 99%. Technical Assistance: We discussed that 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) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for the latest information and updates. If I can be of any assistance, I can be reached at 252-326-1867 or by email tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 96000302 Consultant: TAMEKA JOHNSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/12/2024 Number Present: 39 Completed Date: 9/12/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 11:20 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose for today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by director Kimberly Jones. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. I was accompanied by Ms. Jones as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor areas, which consisted of four (4) classrooms, the kitchen, and the outdoor play environment. The children were observed during free choice activities, outdoor play and completing routine care tasks. Today’s meal was observed and in compliance with the Meal Patterns. **Current License Status: Currently this center operates with a five-star rated license issued November 14, 2018. ** Annual Inspections: The last sanitation inspection was completed August 27, 2024, and received a ‘Superior’ classification with 0 demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on January 4, 2024. The last documented fire drill was conducted on September 4, 2024, the last documented lockdown drill was completed on August 9, 2024, and the last documented playground inspection was completed on September 4, 2024. During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings, attendance logs, and safe sleep checks. I reviewed a sample of children’s records, staff files and all applicable program records. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.Expired diaper cream was not discarded or returned to guardian. .0803(12) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. A plastic grocery bag and ziploc bags were stored in cubbies accessible to children in the classroom designated for one year old children. .0604(q) To comply with the NC Laws and Rules, any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter must be sent to me by September 26, 2024. The letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future. If the compliance letter is not received by the date listed a return visit will be made, and the violations will be cited again. Please send the letter to tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: Facility name Facility ID number Each item number Prior to today’s visit, the 18 month compliance history for this facility was 95%. Technical Assistance/ Consultation: As a reminder medication remaining after the course of treatment is completed, after authorization is withdrawn or after authorization has expired must be returned to the child’s parents. Any medication the parent fails to retrieve within 72 hours of completion of treatment, or withdrawal of authorization, shall be discarded. Pursuant to GS 110-90(1a) the Division establishes an annual fee for licensed child care facilities. The invoices for the fees are assessed based on your licensed capacity and mailed after the 1st of November every year. You will only receive one invoice, and payment is due in FULL within 30 days. Please closely monitor your mail and be on the lookout for your invoice. If you have not received your invoice by November 15th, you should contact the Division at 1-800-850-0829. Please do not delay making your payment and be aware that Payment Plans are NOT available. In addition, please be aware that failure to pay a license fee within 30 days of receipt will result in late charges. If payments are made late and late charges are applied, the fee as well as the late charge must be resolved. Please be reminded that failure to pay a license fee could also result in the facility's child care license being revoked. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for the latest information and updates. If I can be of any assistance, I can be reached at 252-326-1867 or by email tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 96000302 Consultant: TAMEKA JOHNSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/26/2023 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 9/26/2023 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 140 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 11:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose for today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by floater E. House. Ms. House stated that the director was on vacation and the assistant director was in a classroom, M. Peacock. Ms. Peacock arrived a short time later. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. I was accompanied by Ms. Peacock as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor areas, which consisted of four (4) classrooms, the kitchen, and the outdoor play environment. The children were observed during free choice activities, outdoor play and completing routine care tasks. Today’s meal was observed and in compliance with the Meal Patterns. **Current License Status Currently this center operates with a five-star rated license issued November 14, 2018. ** Annual Inspections: The last sanitation inspection was completed September 5, 2023, and received a ‘Superior’ classification with 0 demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on January 4, 2023. The last documented fire drill was conducted on September 11, 2023, the last documented lockdown drill was completed on August 15,2023, and the last documented playground inspection was completed on September 22, 2023. During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings, attendance logs, and safe sleep checks. I reviewed a sample of children’s records, staff files and all applicable program records. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One employee did not complete Health and Safety Training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics (SC). .1103(b) To comply with the NC Laws and Rules, any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter must be sent to me by October 10, 2023. The letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future. If the compliance letter is not received by the date listed a return visit will be made and the violations cited again. Please send the letter to tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: Facility name Facility ID number Each item number Prior to today’s visit, the 18 month compliance history for this facility was 96%. Technical Assistance/ Consultation: AS a reminder, it important that the staff and training worksheets are up to date and reflect what is current. Good record keeping is important to the success of the child care business. All records of any child care center, except financial records, must be available for review by a representative of the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE). To assist with creating and maintaining staff files, refer to the Staff File Checklist in the resource section located on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under Provider Documents. We discussed that the child care administrator and staff who work with children shall participate in on-going training activities annually and Health and safety training shall be completed as part of on-going training. Please be reminded that the Health and Safety training set forth in 10A NCAC 09 .1102(b) must be completed every five (5) years. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103 to obtain information for the number of required training hours for staff based on their education and experience. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for the latest information and updates. If I can be of any assistance, I can be reached at 252-326-1867 or by email tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1103 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 96000302 Consultant: TAMEKA JOHNSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/26/2023 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 9/26/2023 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 140 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 11:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose for today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by floater E. House. Ms. House stated that the director was on vacation and the assistant director was in a classroom, M. Peacock. Ms. Peacock arrived a short time later. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. I was accompanied by Ms. Peacock as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor areas, which consisted of four (4) classrooms, the kitchen, and the outdoor play environment. The children were observed during free choice activities, outdoor play and completing routine care tasks. Today’s meal was observed and in compliance with the Meal Patterns. **Current License Status Currently this center operates with a five-star rated license issued November 14, 2018. ** Annual Inspections: The last sanitation inspection was completed September 5, 2023, and received a ‘Superior’ classification with 0 demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on January 4, 2023. The last documented fire drill was conducted on September 11, 2023, the last documented lockdown drill was completed on August 15,2023, and the last documented playground inspection was completed on September 22, 2023. During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings, attendance logs, and safe sleep checks. I reviewed a sample of children’s records, staff files and all applicable program records. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One employee did not complete Health and Safety Training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics (SC). .1103(b) To comply with the NC Laws and Rules, any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter must be sent to me by October 10, 2023. The letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future. If the compliance letter is not received by the date listed a return visit will be made and the violations cited again. Please send the letter to tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: Facility name Facility ID number Each item number Prior to today’s visit, the 18 month compliance history for this facility was 96%. Technical Assistance/ Consultation: AS a reminder, it important that the staff and training worksheets are up to date and reflect what is current. Good record keeping is important to the success of the child care business. All records of any child care center, except financial records, must be available for review by a representative of the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE). To assist with creating and maintaining staff files, refer to the Staff File Checklist in the resource section located on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under Provider Documents. We discussed that the child care administrator and staff who work with children shall participate in on-going training activities annually and Health and safety training shall be completed as part of on-going training. Please be reminded that the Health and Safety training set forth in 10A NCAC 09 .1102(b) must be completed every five (5) years. Please refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103 to obtain information for the number of required training hours for staff based on their education and experience. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for the latest information and updates. If I can be of any assistance, I can be reached at 252-326-1867 or by email tameka.b.johnson@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