10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: ADVENTURES AT MAI'S EDUCATIONAL CHRISTIAN CC Facility ID: 67000840 Consultant: KIM SHERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/18/2024 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 9/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 02:35 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 compliance during an Annual Compliance visit. The program currently operates with a 3 Star License, issued December 5, 2019 earning 4 points in Education, 2 points in Program, and 1 quality point. Restrictions on the permit include: a first, second, and third shift capacity of 11 children 0-12 years of age, meets enhanced space, and outdoor play is limited to fenced area. Prior to this visit, the facility’s eighteen-month compliance history was 97%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted September 21, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 20, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted December 19, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Mai Pickett, owner/operator was present and available for consultation today. All indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. There are seven children enrolled and three children ages 2-4, were present today. A variety of materials and toys were available. Lunch was served consisting of pizza rolls, french fries, orange slice, grapes, salad and milk. After lunch, children transitioned to their cots for napping. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child's file did not include a signed statement that the parents was given the summary of the NC Child Care Law. GS 110-102 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Provider completed 7 of the 10 required training hours. .1103(a) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. One child's file did not include a signed statement indicating the parent received operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. .1005(b)(4) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. Two children's files did not include an immunization record. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. One child's file did not include a signed statement indicating a parent received a coy of the discipline policy. .1804(c) 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. .0604(j) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. One child's file reviewed did not include a signed statement from the parent. .0608(b)(1-6) Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance with child care rules, 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. Violation(s) documented will impact the compliance history score. Violations were documented and must be corrected immediately. On or before September 28, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. 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 will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Kim Sherry, Child Care Consultant, Kim.Sherry@dhhs.nc.gov. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance: Violations were documented related to children’s records. Maintaining accurate documentation at the childcare center to determine compliance with the childcare rules and to ensure the health and safety of each child. The following items were not located: Hazel- Smoking policy, operational policies, immunization record, summary of the child care law, play out of the fenced area, discipline, shaken baby policy Skylar- Immunization records, play outside fenced area Keep in mind each child care center licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt policies to prevent shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. This policy should be signed prior to caring for children ages 0-5. It is not required for your school-age children. Children's records consist of various documentation such as a child's medical and immunization history, emergency medical care information and parental permission to participate in specific activities. This information is the basis for meeting each child's physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs. A violation was documented related to staff training. Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Provider completed 7 of the 10 required training hours. You stated you can not locate your training certificates. Encourage you to work on file organization. I suggest that you use the revised file checklists under “Provider Documents and Forms” on the DCDEE website to assist with organization and ensure all requirements are met. I also encouraged you to review the chart in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2318 for more information about records retention. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance with child care rules, 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. Violation(s) documented will impact the compliance history score. Needs Completing Immediately: Water Test- It’s time to enroll your facility in the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure. This program is an expansion of Clean Water for Carolina Kids, which previously tested all child care centers in the state for lead in water at drinking and food preparation taps. As this is a legislatively mandated effort, facilities are required to meet rule requirements to have tap water tested every three years and to have inspections for lead paint and asbestos if applicable. Steps: 1. Sign Up – Pre-enrollment webinars are available at cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar into your web browser to see available dates and times for the next month. 2. Enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina using the PIN and complete the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. 3. Evaluate Hazards - The program will ship your facility a water sample kit and may coordinate an on-site visit by a professional to assess for lead-based paint and asbestos hazards, if needed. 4. Receive Results – Receive your results, recommendations, and water mitigation support, if needed. 5. Request Reimbursement - If you choose to conduct lead-based paint or asbestos mitigation, you can request reimbursement from NC DHHS. Visit the web site at: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/asbestos-and-leadbased-paintreimbursementprogram-arpa. On-going training is available on the DCDEE website. Training and professional development, in the field of early child care, provides opportunities for learning. Training enhances knowledge, skills, and abilities, so you are fully equipped to best support the needs of the children and families served. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at www.ncchildcare.net. At the end of this visit, documentation was completed electronically, printed, and reviewed with you. Please remember it is your responsibility to comply with all child care rules and requirements at all times. If you have questions or need assistance please feel free to contact me at 910-824-0470 or Kim.Sherry@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: ADVENTURES AT MAI'S EDUCATIONAL CHRISTIAN CC Facility ID: 67000840 Consultant: KIM SHERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/18/2024 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 9/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 02:35 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 compliance during an Annual Compliance visit. The program currently operates with a 3 Star License, issued December 5, 2019 earning 4 points in Education, 2 points in Program, and 1 quality point. Restrictions on the permit include: a first, second, and third shift capacity of 11 children 0-12 years of age, meets enhanced space, and outdoor play is limited to fenced area. Prior to this visit, the facility’s eighteen-month compliance history was 97%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted September 21, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 20, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted December 19, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Mai Pickett, owner/operator was present and available for consultation today. All indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. There are seven children enrolled and three children ages 2-4, were present today. A variety of materials and toys were available. Lunch was served consisting of pizza rolls, french fries, orange slice, grapes, salad and milk. After lunch, children transitioned to their cots for napping. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child's file did not include a signed statement that the parents was given the summary of the NC Child Care Law. GS 110-102 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Provider completed 7 of the 10 required training hours. .1103(a) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. One child's file did not include a signed statement indicating the parent received operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. .1005(b)(4) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. Two children's files did not include an immunization record. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. One child's file did not include a signed statement indicating a parent received a coy of the discipline policy. .1804(c) 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. .0604(j) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. One child's file reviewed did not include a signed statement from the parent. .0608(b)(1-6) Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance with child care rules, 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. Violation(s) documented will impact the compliance history score. Violations were documented and must be corrected immediately. On or before September 28, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. 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 will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Kim Sherry, Child Care Consultant, Kim.Sherry@dhhs.nc.gov. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance: Violations were documented related to children’s records. Maintaining accurate documentation at the childcare center to determine compliance with the childcare rules and to ensure the health and safety of each child. The following items were not located: Hazel- Smoking policy, operational policies, immunization record, summary of the child care law, play out of the fenced area, discipline, shaken baby policy Skylar- Immunization records, play outside fenced area Keep in mind each child care center licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt policies to prevent shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. This policy should be signed prior to caring for children ages 0-5. It is not required for your school-age children. Children's records consist of various documentation such as a child's medical and immunization history, emergency medical care information and parental permission to participate in specific activities. This information is the basis for meeting each child's physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs. A violation was documented related to staff training. Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Provider completed 7 of the 10 required training hours. You stated you can not locate your training certificates. Encourage you to work on file organization. I suggest that you use the revised file checklists under “Provider Documents and Forms” on the DCDEE website to assist with organization and ensure all requirements are met. I also encouraged you to review the chart in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2318 for more information about records retention. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance with child care rules, 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. Violation(s) documented will impact the compliance history score. Needs Completing Immediately: Water Test- It’s time to enroll your facility in the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure. This program is an expansion of Clean Water for Carolina Kids, which previously tested all child care centers in the state for lead in water at drinking and food preparation taps. As this is a legislatively mandated effort, facilities are required to meet rule requirements to have tap water tested every three years and to have inspections for lead paint and asbestos if applicable. Steps: 1. Sign Up – Pre-enrollment webinars are available at cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar into your web browser to see available dates and times for the next month. 2. Enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina using the PIN and complete the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. 3. Evaluate Hazards - The program will ship your facility a water sample kit and may coordinate an on-site visit by a professional to assess for lead-based paint and asbestos hazards, if needed. 4. Receive Results – Receive your results, recommendations, and water mitigation support, if needed. 5. Request Reimbursement - If you choose to conduct lead-based paint or asbestos mitigation, you can request reimbursement from NC DHHS. Visit the web site at: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/asbestos-and-leadbased-paintreimbursementprogram-arpa. On-going training is available on the DCDEE website. Training and professional development, in the field of early child care, provides opportunities for learning. Training enhances knowledge, skills, and abilities, so you are fully equipped to best support the needs of the children and families served. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at www.ncchildcare.net. At the end of this visit, documentation was completed electronically, printed, and reviewed with you. Please remember it is your responsibility to comply with all child care rules and requirements at all times. If you have questions or need assistance please feel free to contact me at 910-824-0470 or Kim.Sherry@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 .2318 · Violation

Name of Operation: ADVENTURES AT MAI'S EDUCATIONAL CHRISTIAN CC Facility ID: 67000840 Consultant: KIM SHERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/18/2024 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 9/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 02:35 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 compliance during an Annual Compliance visit. The program currently operates with a 3 Star License, issued December 5, 2019 earning 4 points in Education, 2 points in Program, and 1 quality point. Restrictions on the permit include: a first, second, and third shift capacity of 11 children 0-12 years of age, meets enhanced space, and outdoor play is limited to fenced area. Prior to this visit, the facility’s eighteen-month compliance history was 97%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted September 21, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 20, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted December 19, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Mai Pickett, owner/operator was present and available for consultation today. All indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. There are seven children enrolled and three children ages 2-4, were present today. A variety of materials and toys were available. Lunch was served consisting of pizza rolls, french fries, orange slice, grapes, salad and milk. After lunch, children transitioned to their cots for napping. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child's file did not include a signed statement that the parents was given the summary of the NC Child Care Law. GS 110-102 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Provider completed 7 of the 10 required training hours. .1103(a) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. One child's file did not include a signed statement indicating the parent received operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. .1005(b)(4) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. Two children's files did not include an immunization record. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. One child's file did not include a signed statement indicating a parent received a coy of the discipline policy. .1804(c) 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. .0604(j) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. One child's file reviewed did not include a signed statement from the parent. .0608(b)(1-6) Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance with child care rules, 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. Violation(s) documented will impact the compliance history score. Violations were documented and must be corrected immediately. On or before September 28, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. 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 will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Kim Sherry, Child Care Consultant, Kim.Sherry@dhhs.nc.gov. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance: Violations were documented related to children’s records. Maintaining accurate documentation at the childcare center to determine compliance with the childcare rules and to ensure the health and safety of each child. The following items were not located: Hazel- Smoking policy, operational policies, immunization record, summary of the child care law, play out of the fenced area, discipline, shaken baby policy Skylar- Immunization records, play outside fenced area Keep in mind each child care center licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt policies to prevent shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. This policy should be signed prior to caring for children ages 0-5. It is not required for your school-age children. Children's records consist of various documentation such as a child's medical and immunization history, emergency medical care information and parental permission to participate in specific activities. This information is the basis for meeting each child's physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs. A violation was documented related to staff training. Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Provider completed 7 of the 10 required training hours. You stated you can not locate your training certificates. Encourage you to work on file organization. I suggest that you use the revised file checklists under “Provider Documents and Forms” on the DCDEE website to assist with organization and ensure all requirements are met. I also encouraged you to review the chart in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2318 for more information about records retention. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance with child care rules, 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. Violation(s) documented will impact the compliance history score. Needs Completing Immediately: Water Test- It’s time to enroll your facility in the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure. This program is an expansion of Clean Water for Carolina Kids, which previously tested all child care centers in the state for lead in water at drinking and food preparation taps. As this is a legislatively mandated effort, facilities are required to meet rule requirements to have tap water tested every three years and to have inspections for lead paint and asbestos if applicable. Steps: 1. Sign Up – Pre-enrollment webinars are available at cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar into your web browser to see available dates and times for the next month. 2. Enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina using the PIN and complete the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. 3. Evaluate Hazards - The program will ship your facility a water sample kit and may coordinate an on-site visit by a professional to assess for lead-based paint and asbestos hazards, if needed. 4. Receive Results – Receive your results, recommendations, and water mitigation support, if needed. 5. Request Reimbursement - If you choose to conduct lead-based paint or asbestos mitigation, you can request reimbursement from NC DHHS. Visit the web site at: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/asbestos-and-leadbased-paintreimbursementprogram-arpa. On-going training is available on the DCDEE website. Training and professional development, in the field of early child care, provides opportunities for learning. Training enhances knowledge, skills, and abilities, so you are fully equipped to best support the needs of the children and families served. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at www.ncchildcare.net. At the end of this visit, documentation was completed electronically, printed, and reviewed with you. Please remember it is your responsibility to comply with all child care rules and requirements at all times. If you have questions or need assistance please feel free to contact me at 910-824-0470 or Kim.Sherry@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-102 · Violation

Name of Operation: ADVENTURES AT MAI'S EDUCATIONAL CHRISTIAN CC Facility ID: 67000840 Consultant: KIM SHERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/18/2024 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 9/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 02:35 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 compliance during an Annual Compliance visit. The program currently operates with a 3 Star License, issued December 5, 2019 earning 4 points in Education, 2 points in Program, and 1 quality point. Restrictions on the permit include: a first, second, and third shift capacity of 11 children 0-12 years of age, meets enhanced space, and outdoor play is limited to fenced area. Prior to this visit, the facility’s eighteen-month compliance history was 97%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted September 21, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 20, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted December 19, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Mai Pickett, owner/operator was present and available for consultation today. All indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. There are seven children enrolled and three children ages 2-4, were present today. A variety of materials and toys were available. Lunch was served consisting of pizza rolls, french fries, orange slice, grapes, salad and milk. After lunch, children transitioned to their cots for napping. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child's file did not include a signed statement that the parents was given the summary of the NC Child Care Law. GS 110-102 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Provider completed 7 of the 10 required training hours. .1103(a) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. One child's file did not include a signed statement indicating the parent received operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. .1005(b)(4) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. Two children's files did not include an immunization record. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. One child's file did not include a signed statement indicating a parent received a coy of the discipline policy. .1804(c) 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. .0604(j) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. One child's file reviewed did not include a signed statement from the parent. .0608(b)(1-6) Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance with child care rules, 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. Violation(s) documented will impact the compliance history score. Violations were documented and must be corrected immediately. On or before September 28, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. 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 will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Kim Sherry, Child Care Consultant, Kim.Sherry@dhhs.nc.gov. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance: Violations were documented related to children’s records. Maintaining accurate documentation at the childcare center to determine compliance with the childcare rules and to ensure the health and safety of each child. The following items were not located: Hazel- Smoking policy, operational policies, immunization record, summary of the child care law, play out of the fenced area, discipline, shaken baby policy Skylar- Immunization records, play outside fenced area Keep in mind each child care center licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt policies to prevent shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. This policy should be signed prior to caring for children ages 0-5. It is not required for your school-age children. Children's records consist of various documentation such as a child's medical and immunization history, emergency medical care information and parental permission to participate in specific activities. This information is the basis for meeting each child's physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs. A violation was documented related to staff training. Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Provider completed 7 of the 10 required training hours. You stated you can not locate your training certificates. Encourage you to work on file organization. I suggest that you use the revised file checklists under “Provider Documents and Forms” on the DCDEE website to assist with organization and ensure all requirements are met. I also encouraged you to review the chart in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2318 for more information about records retention. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance with child care rules, 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. Violation(s) documented will impact the compliance history score. Needs Completing Immediately: Water Test- It’s time to enroll your facility in the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure. This program is an expansion of Clean Water for Carolina Kids, which previously tested all child care centers in the state for lead in water at drinking and food preparation taps. As this is a legislatively mandated effort, facilities are required to meet rule requirements to have tap water tested every three years and to have inspections for lead paint and asbestos if applicable. Steps: 1. Sign Up – Pre-enrollment webinars are available at cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar into your web browser to see available dates and times for the next month. 2. Enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina using the PIN and complete the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. 3. Evaluate Hazards - The program will ship your facility a water sample kit and may coordinate an on-site visit by a professional to assess for lead-based paint and asbestos hazards, if needed. 4. Receive Results – Receive your results, recommendations, and water mitigation support, if needed. 5. Request Reimbursement - If you choose to conduct lead-based paint or asbestos mitigation, you can request reimbursement from NC DHHS. Visit the web site at: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/asbestos-and-leadbased-paintreimbursementprogram-arpa. On-going training is available on the DCDEE website. Training and professional development, in the field of early child care, provides opportunities for learning. Training enhances knowledge, skills, and abilities, so you are fully equipped to best support the needs of the children and families served. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at www.ncchildcare.net. At the end of this visit, documentation was completed electronically, printed, and reviewed with you. Please remember it is your responsibility to comply with all child care rules and requirements at all times. If you have questions or need assistance please feel free to contact me at 910-824-0470 or Kim.Sherry@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: ADVENTURES AT MAI'S EDUCATIONAL CHRISTIAN CC Facility ID: 67000840 Consultant: KIM SHERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/18/2024 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 9/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 02:35 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 compliance during an Annual Compliance visit. The program currently operates with a 3 Star License, issued December 5, 2019 earning 4 points in Education, 2 points in Program, and 1 quality point. Restrictions on the permit include: a first, second, and third shift capacity of 11 children 0-12 years of age, meets enhanced space, and outdoor play is limited to fenced area. Prior to this visit, the facility’s eighteen-month compliance history was 97%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted September 21, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 20, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted December 19, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Mai Pickett, owner/operator was present and available for consultation today. All indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. There are seven children enrolled and three children ages 2-4, were present today. A variety of materials and toys were available. Lunch was served consisting of pizza rolls, french fries, orange slice, grapes, salad and milk. After lunch, children transitioned to their cots for napping. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child's file did not include a signed statement that the parents was given the summary of the NC Child Care Law. GS 110-102 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Provider completed 7 of the 10 required training hours. .1103(a) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. One child's file did not include a signed statement indicating the parent received operational policies. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. .1005(b)(4) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. Two children's files did not include an immunization record. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. One child's file did not include a signed statement indicating a parent received a coy of the discipline policy. .1804(c) 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. .0604(j) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. One child's file reviewed did not include a signed statement from the parent. .0608(b)(1-6) Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance with child care rules, 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. Violation(s) documented will impact the compliance history score. Violations were documented and must be corrected immediately. On or before September 28, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. 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 will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Kim Sherry, Child Care Consultant, Kim.Sherry@dhhs.nc.gov. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance: Violations were documented related to children’s records. Maintaining accurate documentation at the childcare center to determine compliance with the childcare rules and to ensure the health and safety of each child. The following items were not located: Hazel- Smoking policy, operational policies, immunization record, summary of the child care law, play out of the fenced area, discipline, shaken baby policy Skylar- Immunization records, play outside fenced area Keep in mind each child care center licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt policies to prevent shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. This policy should be signed prior to caring for children ages 0-5. It is not required for your school-age children. Children's records consist of various documentation such as a child's medical and immunization history, emergency medical care information and parental permission to participate in specific activities. This information is the basis for meeting each child's physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs. A violation was documented related to staff training. Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Provider completed 7 of the 10 required training hours. You stated you can not locate your training certificates. Encourage you to work on file organization. I suggest that you use the revised file checklists under “Provider Documents and Forms” on the DCDEE website to assist with organization and ensure all requirements are met. I also encouraged you to review the chart in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2318 for more information about records retention. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance with child care rules, 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. Violation(s) documented will impact the compliance history score. Needs Completing Immediately: Water Test- It’s time to enroll your facility in the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure. This program is an expansion of Clean Water for Carolina Kids, which previously tested all child care centers in the state for lead in water at drinking and food preparation taps. As this is a legislatively mandated effort, facilities are required to meet rule requirements to have tap water tested every three years and to have inspections for lead paint and asbestos if applicable. Steps: 1. Sign Up – Pre-enrollment webinars are available at cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar into your web browser to see available dates and times for the next month. 2. Enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina using the PIN and complete the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. 3. Evaluate Hazards - The program will ship your facility a water sample kit and may coordinate an on-site visit by a professional to assess for lead-based paint and asbestos hazards, if needed. 4. Receive Results – Receive your results, recommendations, and water mitigation support, if needed. 5. Request Reimbursement - If you choose to conduct lead-based paint or asbestos mitigation, you can request reimbursement from NC DHHS. Visit the web site at: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/asbestos-and-leadbased-paintreimbursementprogram-arpa. On-going training is available on the DCDEE website. Training and professional development, in the field of early child care, provides opportunities for learning. Training enhances knowledge, skills, and abilities, so you are fully equipped to best support the needs of the children and families served. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at www.ncchildcare.net. At the end of this visit, documentation was completed electronically, printed, and reviewed with you. Please remember it is your responsibility to comply with all child care rules and requirements at all times. If you have questions or need assistance please feel free to contact me at 910-824-0470 or Kim.Sherry@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: ADVENTURES AT MAI'S EDUCATIONAL CHRISTIAN CC Facility ID: 67000840 Consultant: KIM SHERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/13/2024 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 6/13/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 75 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 10:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during a Routine unannounced visit. The program currently operates with a 3 Star License, issued December 5, 2019 earning 4 points in Education, 2 points in Program, and 1 quality point. Restrictions on the permit include: a first, second, and third shift capacity of 11 children 0-12 years of age, meets enhanced space, and outdoor play is limited to fenced area. Prior to this visit, the facility’s eighteen-month compliance history was 98%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted September 29, 2022. The last sanitation inspection was completed December 29, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted December 19, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. Owner/operator Mai Pickett was present and available for consultation today. All indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. There are seven children enrolled and seven children ages 2-4, were present today. Daily schedules were available for children. Activity plans were observed posted in the child care area. A variety of age-appropriate learning materials was observed. Children in Space 1 were sitting at the tables upon arrival engaged in group time singing about the alphabet and days of the week. After group time, children engaged in activity areas with puzzles, musical instruments, dress-up clothing, manipulatives and interlocking blocks. All children were adequately supervised. The caregiver and children interacted in a positive and appropriate manner. The snack today consisted of goldfish. Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can of Lysol was observed on a metal shelf in the bathroom accessible to the children in care. .2820(b) A violation was documented and was corrected during the visit. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance with child care rules, 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. Violation(s) documented will impact the compliance history score. Technical Assistance: A violation was documented related to chemicals in child care rule .2820(b)- Any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. An aerosol can of Lysol was observed on a metal shelf in the bathroom accessible to the children in care. This is a violation of a requirement in .2820(b). Additional reminders: You were using a fly swatter to point to items on the wall that children were reciting. As discussed, it can appear to be scary to children or a form of intimidation; therefore, ensure the flu swatter is not in the child care space. Your CPR and First Aid will expire August 18, 2024. Encourage you sign up for one soon. Rated License: You are in Cohort #2. You stated you are interested in requesting the ERS soon. Contact me via email when you are ready. Rules- North Carolina Child Care Commission adopted child care rule changes in January 2024. Changes relate to definitions; lead and asbestos for centers and family child care homes; building requirements for family child care homes; multi-unit child care centers; and criminal background checks. Some of these rule changes may impact your facility. Please ensure you are using the updated January 2024 rule book, and you view information in the DCDEE Moodle. Additional Information: Water Test- It’s time to enroll your facility in the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure. This program is an expansion of Clean Water for Carolina Kids, which previously tested all child care centers in the state for lead in water at drinking and food preparation taps. As this is a legislatively mandated effort, facilities are required to meet rule requirements to have tap water tested every three years and to have inspections for lead paint and asbestos if applicable. Steps: 1. Sign Up – Pre-enrollment webinars are available at cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar into your web browser to see available dates and times for the next month. 2. Enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina using the PIN and complete the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. 3. Evaluate Hazards - The program will ship your facility a water sample kit and may coordinate an on-site visit by a professional to assess for lead-based paint and asbestos hazards, if needed. 4. Receive Results – Receive your results, recommendations, and water mitigation support, if needed. 5. Request Reimbursement - If you choose to conduct lead-based paint or asbestos mitigation, you can request reimbursement from NC DHHS. Visit the web site at: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/asbestos-and-leadbased-paintreimbursementprogram-arpa. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Kim Sherry, Child Care Consultant, 910-824-1143, or Kim.Sherry@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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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