10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: RAY WARREN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 4150009 Consultant: SAMANTHA MCLEOD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/30/2025 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 5/30/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 11:00 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 is owned and operated by GenerationED. This center currently operates with a Five Star license reissued on May 29, 2024. Upon arrival to the facility, I was greeted by the lead teacher in charge, Ms. Ronda Dunlap. I made you aware of the purpose of today’s visit. Ms. Dunlap assisted me during today’s visit. The director, Ms. Jessical Hollowell, was on leave today. During today’s visit I observed the classroom for preschool aged children. I observed the children during outdoor play, lunch time, rest time and several transition times. The teachers were actively engaged with the children while they moved freely throughout their learning environment. Age-appropriate sufficient materials were also observed in the learning environment. In the spaces for toddler and two-year-old children I observed the children actively engaging in free play and outdoor play. The teachers were observed interacting and engaging with the children as they explored their indoor and outdoor learning environment. The children were observed during several transitions from outdoor play, handwashing and lunch time. Age-appropriate sufficient materials were also observed in the learning environment. I monitored staff/ child ratios and supervision as I walked throughout the facility and found both in compliance. During my observation the staff was observed using the “Face to Name” method to document the attendance of the children. This was observed being completed every fifteen (15) minutes. During today’s visit I also observed the staff as they transitioned from the playground into the classroom with the children. The teachers were observed using a walkie talkie to contact the administrative staff to make them aware they were ready to transition into the building. The administrative staff completed a sweep of the outdoor playground space and also used the “Face to Name” method to verify attendance of the children as they entered the building. Twenty-seven (27) children were present during today’s visit. Staff files were monitored for compliance for current Criminal Background qualifying letters and current CPR/First Aid and other specialized training as required. A sanitation inspection was conducted on October 30, 2024. This facility received a superior classification and nine (9) 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 website on May 29, 2025. The following violations of childcare requirements were cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Two children enrolled in LE#4 did not have updated medication authorization for emergency medication. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 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 June 13, 2025. CONSULTAITON & RESOURCES: 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). Tracking System: We discussed in detail options to assist you with monitoring on a more consistent basis for compliance with medication requirements in your classrooms. I recommend that you keep a tracking log available for review that lists the medications (prescribed/over the counter) in each classroom. The tracking log could include the medication, the date it expires and when to notify the parents. It is also recommended that you complete at least monthly checks of the classrooms to ensure all required forms, authorization and action plans are current and accessible. Medical Action Plans: Having a medical action plan in place when caring for children with health issues is vital in ensuring their health and safety. These health issues could include allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services. The maintenance of these plans and the ability to implement such plans for the treatment of reactions are essential. It is important to remember that a medical action plan must be attached to the child’s application for enrollment, completed by the child's parent or a health care professional and must be updated on an annual basis. Permission to administer emergency medications must be updated every 6 months by the parent. 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 ITERS-3, and ECERS-3. UPDATED RULES: 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

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