Aosk Preschool AND Afterschool

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: AOSK PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 41002339 Consultant: SHARON WILLIAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/26/2026 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 2/26/2026 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced A routine unannounced visit was conducted today to assess compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This facility currently operates with a Five Star license issued on January 4, 2021. Upon arrival to the facility, I was greeted by the administrator, Ms. V. Willis. Ms. Willis assisted me during today’s visit. A partial assessment of child care requirements was conducted. I completed a walkthrough of the indoor areas utilized by the children. The outdoor areas were not monitored today due to the weather. Sixteen (16) children were present during the visit. I observed the children engaged in group activities with the teachers. Supervision and staff-to-child ratios were found to be in compliance. Monthly fire drills, quarterly disaster drills, and playground inspections have been documented. A sanitation inspection was completed on 11/5/25 with a Superior rating. One staff file was reviewed. Two items of non-compliance were cited. Today the violations were corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In the space for three and four year old current activity plan was not posted. This was corrected during the visit by the teacher accessing the activity plan from the computer and printing the activity plan. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In the space for three and four year old children one outlet was uncovered and accessible to the children. This was corrected during the visit by Ms. V. Willis placing an outlet cover in the outlet. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Childcare 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. Pathways to the Stars We reviewed the updated rules in Section .3200 regarding the Standards for Two- through Five-Star Rated facilities (Pathway to Stars), and I demonstrated how to access the relevant information on the DCDEE website. A new rule rollout module is now available on the DCDEE e-learning Moodle platform. As discussed, the facility should carefully consider the available QRIS options and determine which pathway it plans to pursue for its rated license reassessment. While the reassessment process may begin at any time, the facility should be prepared to submit the Application for Assessment for a Rated License between April 1, 2026, and September 30, 2026. The following steps are how you can begin preparing for the Rated License process: If you choose Pathway 1: Program Assessment Pathway • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant no later than, May 2026. • Complete the “Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) Assessment Request” form electronically and submit to your child care consultant no later than, May 2026. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Begin planning for your three-month self-study using the applicable ITERS-3, ECERS-3, SACERS-U, books. • Prepare for Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) assessments. • Access resources, trainings, and outreach via ncrlap.org. • Work with CCR&R or Smart Start for support in preparation. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. •Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. •If four-year-olds are enrolled, select and implement an approved curriculum. If you choose Pathway 2: Classroom and Instructional Quality, please complete the following steps: • Submit the “Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically to your child care consultant no later than May 2026. • Confirm that all staff members have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Identify Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies to strengthen Family and Community Engagement. • Select and implement a curriculum. (Four- and Five-Star centers must use an approved curriculum and a formative assessment tool for all age groups.) • Arrange coaching and/or training opportunities for administrators and lead teachers. For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me (336)-580-6239 or sharon.y.williams@dhhs.nc.gov. If there are additional concerns, please contact Meg Riddle, Licensing Supervisor at meg.riddle@dhhs.nc.gov Thank you for your time and cooperation during today’s visit. 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 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: AOSK PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 41002339 Consultant: SHARON WILLIAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/26/2026 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 2/26/2026 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced A routine unannounced visit was conducted today to assess compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This facility currently operates with a Five Star license issued on January 4, 2021. Upon arrival to the facility, I was greeted by the administrator, Ms. V. Willis. Ms. Willis assisted me during today’s visit. A partial assessment of child care requirements was conducted. I completed a walkthrough of the indoor areas utilized by the children. The outdoor areas were not monitored today due to the weather. Sixteen (16) children were present during the visit. I observed the children engaged in group activities with the teachers. Supervision and staff-to-child ratios were found to be in compliance. Monthly fire drills, quarterly disaster drills, and playground inspections have been documented. A sanitation inspection was completed on 11/5/25 with a Superior rating. One staff file was reviewed. Two items of non-compliance were cited. Today the violations were corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In the space for three and four year old current activity plan was not posted. This was corrected during the visit by the teacher accessing the activity plan from the computer and printing the activity plan. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In the space for three and four year old children one outlet was uncovered and accessible to the children. This was corrected during the visit by Ms. V. Willis placing an outlet cover in the outlet. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Childcare 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. Pathways to the Stars We reviewed the updated rules in Section .3200 regarding the Standards for Two- through Five-Star Rated facilities (Pathway to Stars), and I demonstrated how to access the relevant information on the DCDEE website. A new rule rollout module is now available on the DCDEE e-learning Moodle platform. As discussed, the facility should carefully consider the available QRIS options and determine which pathway it plans to pursue for its rated license reassessment. While the reassessment process may begin at any time, the facility should be prepared to submit the Application for Assessment for a Rated License between April 1, 2026, and September 30, 2026. The following steps are how you can begin preparing for the Rated License process: If you choose Pathway 1: Program Assessment Pathway • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant no later than, May 2026. • Complete the “Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) Assessment Request” form electronically and submit to your child care consultant no later than, May 2026. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Begin planning for your three-month self-study using the applicable ITERS-3, ECERS-3, SACERS-U, books. • Prepare for Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) assessments. • Access resources, trainings, and outreach via ncrlap.org. • Work with CCR&R or Smart Start for support in preparation. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. •Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. •If four-year-olds are enrolled, select and implement an approved curriculum. If you choose Pathway 2: Classroom and Instructional Quality, please complete the following steps: • Submit the “Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically to your child care consultant no later than May 2026. • Confirm that all staff members have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Identify Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies to strengthen Family and Community Engagement. • Select and implement a curriculum. (Four- and Five-Star centers must use an approved curriculum and a formative assessment tool for all age groups.) • Arrange coaching and/or training opportunities for administrators and lead teachers. For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me (336)-580-6239 or sharon.y.williams@dhhs.nc.gov. If there are additional concerns, please contact Meg Riddle, Licensing Supervisor at meg.riddle@dhhs.nc.gov Thank you for your time and cooperation during today’s visit. 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: AOSK PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 41002339 Consultant: SHARON WILLIAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/26/2026 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 2/26/2026 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced A routine unannounced visit was conducted today to assess compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This facility currently operates with a Five Star license issued on January 4, 2021. Upon arrival to the facility, I was greeted by the administrator, Ms. V. Willis. Ms. Willis assisted me during today’s visit. A partial assessment of child care requirements was conducted. I completed a walkthrough of the indoor areas utilized by the children. The outdoor areas were not monitored today due to the weather. Sixteen (16) children were present during the visit. I observed the children engaged in group activities with the teachers. Supervision and staff-to-child ratios were found to be in compliance. Monthly fire drills, quarterly disaster drills, and playground inspections have been documented. A sanitation inspection was completed on 11/5/25 with a Superior rating. One staff file was reviewed. Two items of non-compliance were cited. Today the violations were corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In the space for three and four year old current activity plan was not posted. This was corrected during the visit by the teacher accessing the activity plan from the computer and printing the activity plan. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In the space for three and four year old children one outlet was uncovered and accessible to the children. This was corrected during the visit by Ms. V. Willis placing an outlet cover in the outlet. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Childcare 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. Pathways to the Stars We reviewed the updated rules in Section .3200 regarding the Standards for Two- through Five-Star Rated facilities (Pathway to Stars), and I demonstrated how to access the relevant information on the DCDEE website. A new rule rollout module is now available on the DCDEE e-learning Moodle platform. As discussed, the facility should carefully consider the available QRIS options and determine which pathway it plans to pursue for its rated license reassessment. While the reassessment process may begin at any time, the facility should be prepared to submit the Application for Assessment for a Rated License between April 1, 2026, and September 30, 2026. The following steps are how you can begin preparing for the Rated License process: If you choose Pathway 1: Program Assessment Pathway • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant no later than, May 2026. • Complete the “Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) Assessment Request” form electronically and submit to your child care consultant no later than, May 2026. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Begin planning for your three-month self-study using the applicable ITERS-3, ECERS-3, SACERS-U, books. • Prepare for Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) assessments. • Access resources, trainings, and outreach via ncrlap.org. • Work with CCR&R or Smart Start for support in preparation. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. •Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. •If four-year-olds are enrolled, select and implement an approved curriculum. If you choose Pathway 2: Classroom and Instructional Quality, please complete the following steps: • Submit the “Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically to your child care consultant no later than May 2026. • Confirm that all staff members have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Identify Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies to strengthen Family and Community Engagement. • Select and implement a curriculum. (Four- and Five-Star centers must use an approved curriculum and a formative assessment tool for all age groups.) • Arrange coaching and/or training opportunities for administrators and lead teachers. For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me (336)-580-6239 or sharon.y.williams@dhhs.nc.gov. If there are additional concerns, please contact Meg Riddle, Licensing Supervisor at meg.riddle@dhhs.nc.gov Thank you for your time and cooperation during today’s visit. 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 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: AOSK PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 41002339 Consultant: SHARON WILLIAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/29/2025 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 7/29/2025 Age: From 2 To 8 Total Minutes: 205 Time In: 10:20 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for compliance during an annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. This center currently operates with a Five Star license issued on January 4, 2021. Upon arrival to the facility, I was greeted by the assistant director Ms. Vondelia Willis, I informed you of the purpose of today’s visit. Ms. Willis assisted me during my visit today. A full assessment of child care requirements was conducted during today’s visit. Forty-one (41) children were present today. I observed the children playing outside, completing bathroom routines, eating lunch, and resting. The school-age children were observed leaving for a field trip during today’s visit. A sample of children’s files and staff files were monitored during today’s visit. A sanitation inspection was completed 4/16/25 with a “Superior” classification. A fire inspection was conducted on 2/17/25. Monthly playground and fire drills have been conducted and documentation was available for review. Quarterly disaster drills have also been documented. This facility’s corporation status was verified current and active on the NC Department of the Secretary of State on July 29, 2025. Today violations of child care requirements were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. Peeling paint was observed on the hallway walls. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. On the outdoor lower playground, the bolts anchoring the border were protruding above the surface. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. The duration of authorization for over-the-counter medication was not documented for two children, as required. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The protective surfacing under stationary equipment with a fall height of 5 feet was measured at less than 6 inches in depth. This is a violation of a requirement in .0605(k)(1-4). .0605(k)(1-4) Childcare 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. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me at sharon.y.williams@dhhs.nc.gov on or before August 12, 2025. The letter of compliance should contain the following information: 1. Facility Name 2. Facility ID 3. Date of the letter 4. The violation number. The date the violation was corrected. How the violation was corrected. 5. Signature of the person preparing the letter. If I do not receive your letter by August 12, 2025, a return visit to your program will be made to monitor for compliance of violations and to obtain your compliance letter. Additional violations may be documented if the violations have not been corrected or addressed. ABCMS Provider Portal North Carolina Child Care Providers must obtain access to the ABCMS Provider Portal in order to meet the requirement to report new employees within five days of hire. Access to the Provider Portal is granted by CBC Unit staff after providers have completed the required Moodle training and submit the signed Powerform available at the conclusion of the training. Additional information and instructions are available in this ABCMS Provider Portal Guide. This access will allow providers to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids Some programs have only completed the process for lead testing in water. Testing includes lead in water, lead based paint, and asbestos. You should complete the online process for all 3. In addition, testing should also be completed every three years for childcare centers. You can check the status for your facility by clicking https://data.cleanwaterforuskids.org/data/north-carolina Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. 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: AOSK PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 41002339 Consultant: SHARON WILLIAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/29/2025 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 7/29/2025 Age: From 2 To 8 Total Minutes: 205 Time In: 10:20 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for compliance during an annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. This center currently operates with a Five Star license issued on January 4, 2021. Upon arrival to the facility, I was greeted by the assistant director Ms. Vondelia Willis, I informed you of the purpose of today’s visit. Ms. Willis assisted me during my visit today. A full assessment of child care requirements was conducted during today’s visit. Forty-one (41) children were present today. I observed the children playing outside, completing bathroom routines, eating lunch, and resting. The school-age children were observed leaving for a field trip during today’s visit. A sample of children’s files and staff files were monitored during today’s visit. A sanitation inspection was completed 4/16/25 with a “Superior” classification. A fire inspection was conducted on 2/17/25. Monthly playground and fire drills have been conducted and documentation was available for review. Quarterly disaster drills have also been documented. This facility’s corporation status was verified current and active on the NC Department of the Secretary of State on July 29, 2025. Today violations of child care requirements were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. Peeling paint was observed on the hallway walls. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. On the outdoor lower playground, the bolts anchoring the border were protruding above the surface. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. The duration of authorization for over-the-counter medication was not documented for two children, as required. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The protective surfacing under stationary equipment with a fall height of 5 feet was measured at less than 6 inches in depth. This is a violation of a requirement in .0605(k)(1-4). .0605(k)(1-4) Childcare 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. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me at sharon.y.williams@dhhs.nc.gov on or before August 12, 2025. The letter of compliance should contain the following information: 1. Facility Name 2. Facility ID 3. Date of the letter 4. The violation number. The date the violation was corrected. How the violation was corrected. 5. Signature of the person preparing the letter. If I do not receive your letter by August 12, 2025, a return visit to your program will be made to monitor for compliance of violations and to obtain your compliance letter. Additional violations may be documented if the violations have not been corrected or addressed. ABCMS Provider Portal North Carolina Child Care Providers must obtain access to the ABCMS Provider Portal in order to meet the requirement to report new employees within five days of hire. Access to the Provider Portal is granted by CBC Unit staff after providers have completed the required Moodle training and submit the signed Powerform available at the conclusion of the training. Additional information and instructions are available in this ABCMS Provider Portal Guide. This access will allow providers to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids Some programs have only completed the process for lead testing in water. Testing includes lead in water, lead based paint, and asbestos. You should complete the online process for all 3. In addition, testing should also be completed every three years for childcare centers. You can check the status for your facility by clicking https://data.cleanwaterforuskids.org/data/north-carolina Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. 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: AOSK PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 41002339 Consultant: SHARON WILLIAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/29/2025 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 7/29/2025 Age: From 2 To 8 Total Minutes: 205 Time In: 10:20 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for compliance during an annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. This center currently operates with a Five Star license issued on January 4, 2021. Upon arrival to the facility, I was greeted by the assistant director Ms. Vondelia Willis, I informed you of the purpose of today’s visit. Ms. Willis assisted me during my visit today. A full assessment of child care requirements was conducted during today’s visit. Forty-one (41) children were present today. I observed the children playing outside, completing bathroom routines, eating lunch, and resting. The school-age children were observed leaving for a field trip during today’s visit. A sample of children’s files and staff files were monitored during today’s visit. A sanitation inspection was completed 4/16/25 with a “Superior” classification. A fire inspection was conducted on 2/17/25. Monthly playground and fire drills have been conducted and documentation was available for review. Quarterly disaster drills have also been documented. This facility’s corporation status was verified current and active on the NC Department of the Secretary of State on July 29, 2025. Today violations of child care requirements were cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. Peeling paint was observed on the hallway walls. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. On the outdoor lower playground, the bolts anchoring the border were protruding above the surface. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. The duration of authorization for over-the-counter medication was not documented for two children, as required. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The protective surfacing under stationary equipment with a fall height of 5 feet was measured at less than 6 inches in depth. This is a violation of a requirement in .0605(k)(1-4). .0605(k)(1-4) Childcare 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. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me at sharon.y.williams@dhhs.nc.gov on or before August 12, 2025. The letter of compliance should contain the following information: 1. Facility Name 2. Facility ID 3. Date of the letter 4. The violation number. The date the violation was corrected. How the violation was corrected. 5. Signature of the person preparing the letter. If I do not receive your letter by August 12, 2025, a return visit to your program will be made to monitor for compliance of violations and to obtain your compliance letter. Additional violations may be documented if the violations have not been corrected or addressed. ABCMS Provider Portal North Carolina Child Care Providers must obtain access to the ABCMS Provider Portal in order to meet the requirement to report new employees within five days of hire. Access to the Provider Portal is granted by CBC Unit staff after providers have completed the required Moodle training and submit the signed Powerform available at the conclusion of the training. Additional information and instructions are available in this ABCMS Provider Portal Guide. This access will allow providers to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids Some programs have only completed the process for lead testing in water. Testing includes lead in water, lead based paint, and asbestos. You should complete the online process for all 3. In addition, testing should also be completed every three years for childcare centers. You can check the status for your facility by clicking https://data.cleanwaterforuskids.org/data/north-carolina Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. 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 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: AOSK PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 41002339 Consultant: SAMANTHA MCLEOD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/24/2025 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 2/24/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced A routine unannounced visit was conducted today to assess compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This facility currently operates with a Five Star license issued on January 4, 2021. Upon arrival to the facility, I was greeted by the administrator, Mrs. Josette Baouna. Mrs. Baouna assisted me during today’s visit. A walk-thru of the indoor and outdoor spaces used by the children was monitored. Twenty (20) children were present during today’s visit. During today’s visit I observed the children playing on the playground, during center play and during lunch time. I monitored staff/ child ratios and supervision as I walked throughout the facility and found both in compliance. Staff files were monitored for compliance for current Criminal Background qualifying letters and current CPR/First Aid Training as required. A sanitation inspection was conducted on November 26, 2024. This facility received a superior classification and zero (0) demerits. Monthly fire drills and playground inspections have been documented as well as quarterly disaster drills. This facility’s corporation status was verified current on the NC Department of the Secretary of State on February 24, 2025. The following violations of childcare requirements were cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In the space for three and four year old children a current activity plan was not posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In the space for three and four year old children several outlet covers were observed uncovered and accessible to the children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). One staff member did not have a current qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) Child Care facilities must maintain compliance with applicable childcare requirements at all times. In order to maintain compliance with North Carolina childcare laws and rules, the above violation must be corrected immediately. Please send a letter of compliance stating how the above violation was corrected and what you will do in the future to prevent this violation from being cited. Please email me this letter by March 10, 2025. RATED LICENSE UPDATE: The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended and star rated license assessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. As discussed with you today it is important to have all your staff use this time to submit updated educational information to our Workforce system. All staff will need to have a current Workforce letter on file. It is also suggested that you visit the NCRLAP (www.NCRLAP.org) website for upcoming training and view their resources for the new Infant/ Toddler & Early Childhood assessment tools (ITERS-3 and ECERS-3). MEDICATION: Medicines can be crucial to the health and wellness of children. They can also be very dangerous if the wrong type or wrong amount is given to the wrong person or at the wrong time. Prevention is the key to prevent poisoning by making sure medications are inaccessible to children. Prescribed medications as well as over the counter (OTC) medicines must be labeled properly when brought to the childcare facility by the parent/guardian. The medication must be in the original container (with a label that includes the child’s name, date filled, prescribing clinician’s name, pharmacy name and phone number, dosage/instructions, and relevant warnings). It is important that all medications properly contain the child’s first and last name on the medicine and the box (if applicable) to avoid a child receiving the wrong mediation (this also includes OTC medication). During today’s visit I reviewed with you the importance of having a system to monitor the expiration dates of the action plans, mediation authorization and the expiration dates of medicines. We discussed several options for monitoring the classrooms for compliance. UPDATED RULES: Effective November 1, 2024, the Child Care Commission adopted changes within child care rule .0713 Staff/Child Ratios for Centers , these new/updated rules have been posted on the DCDEE website. A summary of these changes are available on the DCDEE website. Also, please be on the lookout for a review of these changes on the DCDEEE Moodle website. Please refer to the website for more information. For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact me at: Samantha R. McLeod Child Care Consultant (336) 580-5363 (336) 559-3513 (fax) samantha.mcleod@dhhs.nc.gov www.ncchildcare.nc.gov (DCDEE Website) Mailing Address: 2201 Mail Service Road Raleigh, NC 27699 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: AOSK PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 41002339 Consultant: SAMANTHA MCLEOD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/24/2025 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 2/24/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced A routine unannounced visit was conducted today to assess compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This facility currently operates with a Five Star license issued on January 4, 2021. Upon arrival to the facility, I was greeted by the administrator, Mrs. Josette Baouna. Mrs. Baouna assisted me during today’s visit. A walk-thru of the indoor and outdoor spaces used by the children was monitored. Twenty (20) children were present during today’s visit. During today’s visit I observed the children playing on the playground, during center play and during lunch time. I monitored staff/ child ratios and supervision as I walked throughout the facility and found both in compliance. Staff files were monitored for compliance for current Criminal Background qualifying letters and current CPR/First Aid Training as required. A sanitation inspection was conducted on November 26, 2024. This facility received a superior classification and zero (0) demerits. Monthly fire drills and playground inspections have been documented as well as quarterly disaster drills. This facility’s corporation status was verified current on the NC Department of the Secretary of State on February 24, 2025. The following violations of childcare requirements were cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In the space for three and four year old children a current activity plan was not posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In the space for three and four year old children several outlet covers were observed uncovered and accessible to the children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). One staff member did not have a current qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) Child Care facilities must maintain compliance with applicable childcare requirements at all times. In order to maintain compliance with North Carolina childcare laws and rules, the above violation must be corrected immediately. Please send a letter of compliance stating how the above violation was corrected and what you will do in the future to prevent this violation from being cited. Please email me this letter by March 10, 2025. RATED LICENSE UPDATE: The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended and star rated license assessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. As discussed with you today it is important to have all your staff use this time to submit updated educational information to our Workforce system. All staff will need to have a current Workforce letter on file. It is also suggested that you visit the NCRLAP (www.NCRLAP.org) website for upcoming training and view their resources for the new Infant/ Toddler & Early Childhood assessment tools (ITERS-3 and ECERS-3). MEDICATION: Medicines can be crucial to the health and wellness of children. They can also be very dangerous if the wrong type or wrong amount is given to the wrong person or at the wrong time. Prevention is the key to prevent poisoning by making sure medications are inaccessible to children. Prescribed medications as well as over the counter (OTC) medicines must be labeled properly when brought to the childcare facility by the parent/guardian. The medication must be in the original container (with a label that includes the child’s name, date filled, prescribing clinician’s name, pharmacy name and phone number, dosage/instructions, and relevant warnings). It is important that all medications properly contain the child’s first and last name on the medicine and the box (if applicable) to avoid a child receiving the wrong mediation (this also includes OTC medication). During today’s visit I reviewed with you the importance of having a system to monitor the expiration dates of the action plans, mediation authorization and the expiration dates of medicines. We discussed several options for monitoring the classrooms for compliance. UPDATED RULES: Effective November 1, 2024, the Child Care Commission adopted changes within child care rule .0713 Staff/Child Ratios for Centers , these new/updated rules have been posted on the DCDEE website. A summary of these changes are available on the DCDEE website. Also, please be on the lookout for a review of these changes on the DCDEEE Moodle website. Please refer to the website for more information. For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact me at: Samantha R. McLeod Child Care Consultant (336) 580-5363 (336) 559-3513 (fax) samantha.mcleod@dhhs.nc.gov www.ncchildcare.nc.gov (DCDEE Website) Mailing Address: 2201 Mail Service Road Raleigh, NC 27699 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 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: AOSK PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 41002339 Consultant: SAMANTHA MCLEOD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/24/2025 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 2/24/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced A routine unannounced visit was conducted today to assess compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This facility currently operates with a Five Star license issued on January 4, 2021. Upon arrival to the facility, I was greeted by the administrator, Mrs. Josette Baouna. Mrs. Baouna assisted me during today’s visit. A walk-thru of the indoor and outdoor spaces used by the children was monitored. Twenty (20) children were present during today’s visit. During today’s visit I observed the children playing on the playground, during center play and during lunch time. I monitored staff/ child ratios and supervision as I walked throughout the facility and found both in compliance. Staff files were monitored for compliance for current Criminal Background qualifying letters and current CPR/First Aid Training as required. A sanitation inspection was conducted on November 26, 2024. This facility received a superior classification and zero (0) demerits. Monthly fire drills and playground inspections have been documented as well as quarterly disaster drills. This facility’s corporation status was verified current on the NC Department of the Secretary of State on February 24, 2025. The following violations of childcare requirements were cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In the space for three and four year old children a current activity plan was not posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In the space for three and four year old children several outlet covers were observed uncovered and accessible to the children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). One staff member did not have a current qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) Child Care facilities must maintain compliance with applicable childcare requirements at all times. In order to maintain compliance with North Carolina childcare laws and rules, the above violation must be corrected immediately. Please send a letter of compliance stating how the above violation was corrected and what you will do in the future to prevent this violation from being cited. Please email me this letter by March 10, 2025. RATED LICENSE UPDATE: The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended and star rated license assessments for licensed child care providers will be conducted by provider request only, until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. As discussed with you today it is important to have all your staff use this time to submit updated educational information to our Workforce system. All staff will need to have a current Workforce letter on file. It is also suggested that you visit the NCRLAP (www.NCRLAP.org) website for upcoming training and view their resources for the new Infant/ Toddler & Early Childhood assessment tools (ITERS-3 and ECERS-3). MEDICATION: Medicines can be crucial to the health and wellness of children. They can also be very dangerous if the wrong type or wrong amount is given to the wrong person or at the wrong time. Prevention is the key to prevent poisoning by making sure medications are inaccessible to children. Prescribed medications as well as over the counter (OTC) medicines must be labeled properly when brought to the childcare facility by the parent/guardian. The medication must be in the original container (with a label that includes the child’s name, date filled, prescribing clinician’s name, pharmacy name and phone number, dosage/instructions, and relevant warnings). It is important that all medications properly contain the child’s first and last name on the medicine and the box (if applicable) to avoid a child receiving the wrong mediation (this also includes OTC medication). During today’s visit I reviewed with you the importance of having a system to monitor the expiration dates of the action plans, mediation authorization and the expiration dates of medicines. We discussed several options for monitoring the classrooms for compliance. UPDATED RULES: Effective November 1, 2024, the Child Care Commission adopted changes within child care rule .0713 Staff/Child Ratios for Centers , these new/updated rules have been posted on the DCDEE website. A summary of these changes are available on the DCDEE website. Also, please be on the lookout for a review of these changes on the DCDEEE Moodle website. Please refer to the website for more information. For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact me at: Samantha R. McLeod Child Care Consultant (336) 580-5363 (336) 559-3513 (fax) samantha.mcleod@dhhs.nc.gov www.ncchildcare.nc.gov (DCDEE Website) Mailing Address: 2201 Mail Service Road Raleigh, NC 27699 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