10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: SAWMILLS ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000408 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/22/2026 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 1/22/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 177 Time In: 10:53 AM Time Out: 01:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit including health and safety. You, Ashley Waugh, Lead Teacher, assisted with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued on September 23, 2025. The permit restrictions listed on your license including Daytime Care Only; Certified Developmental Day Program; Enhanced ratios reduced by 1 in each group; Meets enhanced ratios; Meets enhanced space were in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today; all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, lunch, group time, free play, and rest time during the visit. Required Inspections: The last fire inspection was conducted on September 15, 2025. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 5, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with zero (0) demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent playground inspection was conducted on January 2, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 10, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility is exempt from lead-based paint and asbestos testing. Emergency Drills: The most recent fire drill was conducted on January 3, 2026. The most recent emergency drill was conducted on October 17, 2025. NC Pre-K and Developmental Day Requirements were observed to be in compliance. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training, and Criminal Background Checks. One new staff member was hired since the last visit. The following violations were observed/documented during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. On January 14, 2026, one child was not signed out. On January 20, 2026, one child was not signed out. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member employed on January 2, 2026, did not have a signed shaken baby acknowledgement form on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 5, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 100%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: Arrival/Departure: I suggested that you designate one staff member to monitor the arrival and departure records at designated times each day to ensure all children have been signed in and signed out. Required Paperwork: I suggested you create an enrollment packet and signature sheet for all required acknowledgements to have each parent complete during the enrollment process. I also suggested you use the children’s file checklist found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab to ensure all required documentation is on file. I provided you with a copy of the children’s file checklist during the visit. Consultation As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Education standards, Continuous Quality Improvement Standards (CQI), and Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environmental rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to Paula Arrowood or Wendy Smith, your technical assistant with the Partnership for Children Caldwell County, to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. DCDEE Website Link to the QRIS Modernization page: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization Links for Resources: Approved Curriculum: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/2/2023_Approved_Curriculum.pdf?ver=Hxr2QwCIRb8kdaccUr3ETA%3d%3d2023 NC Child Care Commission Approved Formative Assessments: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/2/2023_Approved_EC_Formative_Assessments.pdf?ver=TzSdkUdkhMNoa8W505qTEw%3d%3d DCDEE Provider Documents and Forms: Link: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at, Dinah Brown, Child Care Consultant, (828)-231-2311 or dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov or Tammy McGalliard, Licensing Supervisor, title, (828)-782-0718 or tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov ) if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. Dinah Brown PO Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Dinah.brown@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.

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: SAWMILLS ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000408 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/22/2026 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 1/22/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 177 Time In: 10:53 AM Time Out: 01:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit including health and safety. You, Ashley Waugh, Lead Teacher, assisted with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a five-star license issued on September 23, 2025. The permit restrictions listed on your license including Daytime Care Only; Certified Developmental Day Program; Enhanced ratios reduced by 1 in each group; Meets enhanced ratios; Meets enhanced space were in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today; all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, lunch, group time, free play, and rest time during the visit. Required Inspections: The last fire inspection was conducted on September 15, 2025. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 5, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with zero (0) demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent playground inspection was conducted on January 2, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 10, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility is exempt from lead-based paint and asbestos testing. Emergency Drills: The most recent fire drill was conducted on January 3, 2026. The most recent emergency drill was conducted on October 17, 2025. NC Pre-K and Developmental Day Requirements were observed to be in compliance. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training, and Criminal Background Checks. One new staff member was hired since the last visit. The following violations were observed/documented during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. On January 14, 2026, one child was not signed out. On January 20, 2026, one child was not signed out. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member employed on January 2, 2026, did not have a signed shaken baby acknowledgement form on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 5, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 100%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: Arrival/Departure: I suggested that you designate one staff member to monitor the arrival and departure records at designated times each day to ensure all children have been signed in and signed out. Required Paperwork: I suggested you create an enrollment packet and signature sheet for all required acknowledgements to have each parent complete during the enrollment process. I also suggested you use the children’s file checklist found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab to ensure all required documentation is on file. I provided you with a copy of the children’s file checklist during the visit. Consultation As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Education standards, Continuous Quality Improvement Standards (CQI), and Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environmental rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to Paula Arrowood or Wendy Smith, your technical assistant with the Partnership for Children Caldwell County, to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. DCDEE Website Link to the QRIS Modernization page: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization Links for Resources: Approved Curriculum: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/2/2023_Approved_Curriculum.pdf?ver=Hxr2QwCIRb8kdaccUr3ETA%3d%3d2023 NC Child Care Commission Approved Formative Assessments: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/2/2023_Approved_EC_Formative_Assessments.pdf?ver=TzSdkUdkhMNoa8W505qTEw%3d%3d DCDEE Provider Documents and Forms: Link: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at, Dinah Brown, Child Care Consultant, (828)-231-2311 or dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov or Tammy McGalliard, Licensing Supervisor, title, (828)-782-0718 or tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov ) if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. Dinah Brown PO Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: SAWMILLS ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000408 Consultant: BETH ARCHER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/27/2023 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 10/27/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 215 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety. Upon arrival you, Ashley Waugh, Lead Teacher, assisted me with the visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a five star license effective October 8, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including 1st shift, Certified Developmental Day, meets enhanced ratios minus one, meets enhanced ratios. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in both the indoor and outdoor learning environments and found staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in free play in activity areas, transitions and outdoor play. The center's compliance history was at 98% prior to today’s visit. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. A sample of four children’s files were reviewed. Three new staff’s file were reviewed. A sample of one existing staff file was reviewed. The last monthly fire drill was practiced on 10/18/23. The last lockdown drill was practiced on 9/11/23. The last monthly playground inspection was completed on 9/13/23. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on September 20, 2023. A superior sanitation classification was issued with no demerits. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on March 20, 2023. The facility was approved for day time care. The following violation(s) were observed and discussed with you today: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. On 10/2 one child was not signed out, on 10/3 one child was not signed out, on 10/5 one child was not signed out, on 10/6 one child was not signed out, on 10/9 one child was not signed out, on 10/12 one child was not signed out, on 10/13 one child was not signed out, on 10/16 one child was not signed out, on 10/18 two children were not signed out, on 10/19 one child was not signed in, on 10/24 three children were not signed out and on 10/26 two children were not signed out. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. M. Cardona-Zecena did not complete a Criminal Background Check prior to employment beginning on August 14, 2023. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility for M. Cardona-Zecena. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before November 10, 2023, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Mail or email the information to: Beth Archer Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 64 Rutherfordton, NC 28139 (828)748-7893 beth.archer@dhhs.nc.gov Technical assistance on violations was reviewed with you. Areas discussed included: Arrival/Departure Records: Specific arrival and departure times are needed to ensure safe tracking of the children. I suggested that a designated staff person check sign in and out records at least twice daily for accuracy. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) Criminal Background Check: We reminded you that employees may not begin working until a valid CBC is on file at the facility. We reviewed the "ncabcsm" system during the visit, and the status for was M. Cadona- Zecena was "New Application must be submitted.” A substitute came to replace the staff member during the visit. The staff member will need to contact the CBC unit to obtain a valid qualifying letter. Consultation or other topics discussed today: Qualifying letters are now valid for five (5) years from the date of issue. Please begin the criminal background re-check at least two (2) months prior to the expiration of the current qualifying letter. Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment Information: As a reminder your facility is in cohort 1 for resuming the star rated license reassessment. Your child care program’s prep year will begin on July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. Your child care program’s reassessment year will begin on July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. For more information, please visit the DCDEE website under the providers tab. The link is https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-StarRated-License We discussed information pertaining to COVID-19. Here is the link for the current resources and information regarding COVID-19. https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/materials-and-resources/materials-about-covid-19-symptoms-and-treatment Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed and a copy was emailed to you for your records. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov . If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at: Beth Archer Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 64 Rutherfordton, NC 28139 (828)748-7893 beth.archer@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.

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: SAWMILLS ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000408 Consultant: BETH ARCHER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/27/2023 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 10/27/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 215 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety. Upon arrival you, Ashley Waugh, Lead Teacher, assisted me with the visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a five star license effective October 8, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including 1st shift, Certified Developmental Day, meets enhanced ratios minus one, meets enhanced ratios. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in both the indoor and outdoor learning environments and found staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in free play in activity areas, transitions and outdoor play. The center's compliance history was at 98% prior to today’s visit. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. A sample of four children’s files were reviewed. Three new staff’s file were reviewed. A sample of one existing staff file was reviewed. The last monthly fire drill was practiced on 10/18/23. The last lockdown drill was practiced on 9/11/23. The last monthly playground inspection was completed on 9/13/23. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on September 20, 2023. A superior sanitation classification was issued with no demerits. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on March 20, 2023. The facility was approved for day time care. The following violation(s) were observed and discussed with you today: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. On 10/2 one child was not signed out, on 10/3 one child was not signed out, on 10/5 one child was not signed out, on 10/6 one child was not signed out, on 10/9 one child was not signed out, on 10/12 one child was not signed out, on 10/13 one child was not signed out, on 10/16 one child was not signed out, on 10/18 two children were not signed out, on 10/19 one child was not signed in, on 10/24 three children were not signed out and on 10/26 two children were not signed out. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. M. Cardona-Zecena did not complete a Criminal Background Check prior to employment beginning on August 14, 2023. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility for M. Cardona-Zecena. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before November 10, 2023, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Mail or email the information to: Beth Archer Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 64 Rutherfordton, NC 28139 (828)748-7893 beth.archer@dhhs.nc.gov Technical assistance on violations was reviewed with you. Areas discussed included: Arrival/Departure Records: Specific arrival and departure times are needed to ensure safe tracking of the children. I suggested that a designated staff person check sign in and out records at least twice daily for accuracy. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) Criminal Background Check: We reminded you that employees may not begin working until a valid CBC is on file at the facility. We reviewed the "ncabcsm" system during the visit, and the status for was M. Cadona- Zecena was "New Application must be submitted.” A substitute came to replace the staff member during the visit. The staff member will need to contact the CBC unit to obtain a valid qualifying letter. Consultation or other topics discussed today: Qualifying letters are now valid for five (5) years from the date of issue. Please begin the criminal background re-check at least two (2) months prior to the expiration of the current qualifying letter. Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment Information: As a reminder your facility is in cohort 1 for resuming the star rated license reassessment. Your child care program’s prep year will begin on July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. Your child care program’s reassessment year will begin on July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. For more information, please visit the DCDEE website under the providers tab. The link is https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-StarRated-License We discussed information pertaining to COVID-19. Here is the link for the current resources and information regarding COVID-19. https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/materials-and-resources/materials-about-covid-19-symptoms-and-treatment Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed and a copy was emailed to you for your records. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov . If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at: Beth Archer Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 64 Rutherfordton, NC 28139 (828)748-7893 beth.archer@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

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: SAWMILLS ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000408 Consultant: BETH ARCHER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/27/2023 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 10/27/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 215 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety. Upon arrival you, Ashley Waugh, Lead Teacher, assisted me with the visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a five star license effective October 8, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including 1st shift, Certified Developmental Day, meets enhanced ratios minus one, meets enhanced ratios. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in both the indoor and outdoor learning environments and found staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in free play in activity areas, transitions and outdoor play. The center's compliance history was at 98% prior to today’s visit. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. A sample of four children’s files were reviewed. Three new staff’s file were reviewed. A sample of one existing staff file was reviewed. The last monthly fire drill was practiced on 10/18/23. The last lockdown drill was practiced on 9/11/23. The last monthly playground inspection was completed on 9/13/23. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on September 20, 2023. A superior sanitation classification was issued with no demerits. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on March 20, 2023. The facility was approved for day time care. The following violation(s) were observed and discussed with you today: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. On 10/2 one child was not signed out, on 10/3 one child was not signed out, on 10/5 one child was not signed out, on 10/6 one child was not signed out, on 10/9 one child was not signed out, on 10/12 one child was not signed out, on 10/13 one child was not signed out, on 10/16 one child was not signed out, on 10/18 two children were not signed out, on 10/19 one child was not signed in, on 10/24 three children were not signed out and on 10/26 two children were not signed out. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. M. Cardona-Zecena did not complete a Criminal Background Check prior to employment beginning on August 14, 2023. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility for M. Cardona-Zecena. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before November 10, 2023, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Mail or email the information to: Beth Archer Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 64 Rutherfordton, NC 28139 (828)748-7893 beth.archer@dhhs.nc.gov Technical assistance on violations was reviewed with you. Areas discussed included: Arrival/Departure Records: Specific arrival and departure times are needed to ensure safe tracking of the children. I suggested that a designated staff person check sign in and out records at least twice daily for accuracy. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) Criminal Background Check: We reminded you that employees may not begin working until a valid CBC is on file at the facility. We reviewed the "ncabcsm" system during the visit, and the status for was M. Cadona- Zecena was "New Application must be submitted.” A substitute came to replace the staff member during the visit. The staff member will need to contact the CBC unit to obtain a valid qualifying letter. Consultation or other topics discussed today: Qualifying letters are now valid for five (5) years from the date of issue. Please begin the criminal background re-check at least two (2) months prior to the expiration of the current qualifying letter. Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment Information: As a reminder your facility is in cohort 1 for resuming the star rated license reassessment. Your child care program’s prep year will begin on July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. Your child care program’s reassessment year will begin on July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. For more information, please visit the DCDEE website under the providers tab. The link is https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-StarRated-License We discussed information pertaining to COVID-19. Here is the link for the current resources and information regarding COVID-19. https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/materials-and-resources/materials-about-covid-19-symptoms-and-treatment Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed and a copy was emailed to you for your records. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov . If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at: Beth Archer Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 64 Rutherfordton, NC 28139 (828)748-7893 beth.archer@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