Above & Beyond Early Learning Center 2 LLC

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABOVE & BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER 2 LLC Facility ID: 67001206 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/12/2026 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 3/12/2026 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 45 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during your annual compliance visit. Your rated license assessment was completed during this visit. This facility operates with a Four-Star License effective October 12, 2023. The restrictions on the permit include a first shift capacity of 21 children aged 0 to 12 years old. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on March 20, 2025. As of today, the facility has an 18-month compliance history of 99%. 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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The owner of this facility is Above and Beyond Early Learning Center 2 LLC. As of today, the corporation, Above & Beyond Early Leaning Center 2 LLC, was current and active. Sanitation Inspection – 12/09/2025 – 4 Demerits – Superior Fire Inspection – 02/03/2025 – Approved for daytime care only – Pass Your fire inspection is delinquent. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 (a) states that each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. I suggest noting the date of your most recent inspection on a calendar and setting a reminder for yourself to call and request your inspection at least one month in advance of the deadline. Owner, Chevon Riddick, stated that fire inspector conducted a visit last month, but facility had items to correct; therefore, an approved inspection was not received, and a follow up visit would be conducted by the fire inspector. Ms. Riddick was available for consultation. Ms. Riddick stated there was no children or staff employed at this facility currently. Per Ms. Riddick, the last day children were present was January 31, 2026. Ms. Riddick stated she was actively recruiting children and interested in summer care, and after-school care for school-age children at this facility. I advised Ms. Riddick to contact me when she has children enrolled at this facility. There was one violation observed today. Violation must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with applicable child care requirements is required. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last approved fire inspection was received on 02/03/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) For your facility to remain in compliance with NC Child Care Requirements, violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received February 26, 2026, describing how the violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. A time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. If I can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me at (910)824-1143 or you can email me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov. You may email me with your verification or mail it to me at: Tammy Ross, Child Care Licensing Consultant, P.O. Box 278, Jacksonville, NC 28541 Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to always maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Choosing a Pathway to the Stars: Your facility was issued a Four-Star License on October 12, 2023. Today, I completed a QRIS Conversation Template for your facility. You reported that your facility is interested in pursuing Pathway #1, Program Assessment, and you plan to apply for a rated license by July 2026 and have requested to have the ERS completed. A copy of this template is attached to this visit summary. Pathway 1 – Program Assessment: You are eligible for this pathway, which allows your program to demonstrate quality through best practices using the Environment Rating scale. This includes completing a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Plan, meeting Family and Community Engagement Standards, approved curriculum and Enhanced Staff/Child Ratios. The facility will need to complete and submit the Staff Information and Education Worksheet to me no later than June 2026. Once all your staff’s education has been evaluated, your facility will earn their Star Rated License based on the following: 50% of Lead Teachers and 50% of other educators. (“Educator” means all classroom teaching staff and administrative positions, including education coordinators, curriculum specialists and any staff who have responsibility for planning, caregiving, mentoring or training. To count as an educator meeting 50% of the education standards, an individual must meet the requirements of a position and work on-site, full-time.) The facility will need to complete the Family and Community Engagement Standards Worksheet selecting the applicable items. Family and Community Engagement Categories: Educational Opportunity, Engagement & Leadership, and Communication. Items selected must be verifiable. Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): A CQI plan will be completed for the facility and each staff member. The CQI Plan includes the following: Identification of goal(s), Necessary resources, supports and actions needed to accomplish the goal(s). Document the reason for the goal(s), Annual review of efforts toward completion of the goal(s). The application forms are available on the DCDEE website under Provider Documents and Forms, and the QRIS modernization page. I encourage you to review the information under the QRIS Modernization section of our website for the most up to date information on how stars are achieved. Staff Education - Ensure all information and education has been submitted to DCDEE WORKS for all staff members as you hire new staff or as existing staff complete additional coursework. This is of vital importance as the information in WORKS for your staff will determine the number of points that your facility earns in the education component of QRIS. We understand this is a big change and are committed to ensuring all providers have a good understanding of the new opportunities to make informed decisions on which pathway best suits the needs of the facility. Other Information Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids: Your facility’s status, according to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, shows the following: • Water Testing- Completed on March 6, 2023. Water testing must be completed every three (3) years. • Lead-Based Paint-Risk Assessment Completed – No Lead Based Paint Hazards Identified • Asbestos-Inspection completed – No Asbestos Hazards identified Ensure you keep all paperwork that you receive regarding this matter, and it may be requested to verify compliance. Use this link to view test results/status: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ Provider Portal for ABCMS (the criminal records check database): Ms. Riddick has completed the required training and access has been given. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. 2025-2026 Respiratory Season: To help North Carolinians understand how to defend themselves against serious illness from the flu, COVID-19 and RSV, NCDHHS has released a bilingual Respiratory Illness Communications Toolkit for the 2025–2026 respiratory virus season. The toolkit offers ready-to-share fact sheets, social media content, videos, posters and other materials to help communities, health departments, schools and employers share respiratory illness information. The materials explain how these viruses spread, symptoms to watch for and the benefits of getting updated vaccines. They also provide information on where to get vaccinated. NCDHHS encourages North Carolinians to get vaccinated for the strongest protection and follow everyday steps like handwashing and staying home when sick. For questions or concerns, talk to a health care provider. Resources and vaccine-finder information are available at MySpot.nc.gov. Reminders: 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/ At the completion of the visit, documentation was completed electronically. As we discussed, this computer-generated visit summary serves as completion of the annual compliance with rated license assessment visit. Please remember it is your responsibility to always comply with all child care rules and requirements. If you have any questions and/or concerns, contact me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov or (910)824-1143 or my supervisor, Kim Sherry at kim.sherry@dhhs.nc.gov/ 910-824-0470. 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: ABOVE & BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER 2 LLC Facility ID: 67001206 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/12/2026 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 3/12/2026 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 45 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during your annual compliance visit. Your rated license assessment was completed during this visit. This facility operates with a Four-Star License effective October 12, 2023. The restrictions on the permit include a first shift capacity of 21 children aged 0 to 12 years old. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on March 20, 2025. As of today, the facility has an 18-month compliance history of 99%. 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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The owner of this facility is Above and Beyond Early Learning Center 2 LLC. As of today, the corporation, Above & Beyond Early Leaning Center 2 LLC, was current and active. Sanitation Inspection – 12/09/2025 – 4 Demerits – Superior Fire Inspection – 02/03/2025 – Approved for daytime care only – Pass Your fire inspection is delinquent. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 (a) states that each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. I suggest noting the date of your most recent inspection on a calendar and setting a reminder for yourself to call and request your inspection at least one month in advance of the deadline. Owner, Chevon Riddick, stated that fire inspector conducted a visit last month, but facility had items to correct; therefore, an approved inspection was not received, and a follow up visit would be conducted by the fire inspector. Ms. Riddick was available for consultation. Ms. Riddick stated there was no children or staff employed at this facility currently. Per Ms. Riddick, the last day children were present was January 31, 2026. Ms. Riddick stated she was actively recruiting children and interested in summer care, and after-school care for school-age children at this facility. I advised Ms. Riddick to contact me when she has children enrolled at this facility. There was one violation observed today. Violation must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with applicable child care requirements is required. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last approved fire inspection was received on 02/03/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) For your facility to remain in compliance with NC Child Care Requirements, violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received February 26, 2026, describing how the violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. A time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. If I can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me at (910)824-1143 or you can email me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov. You may email me with your verification or mail it to me at: Tammy Ross, Child Care Licensing Consultant, P.O. Box 278, Jacksonville, NC 28541 Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to always maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Choosing a Pathway to the Stars: Your facility was issued a Four-Star License on October 12, 2023. Today, I completed a QRIS Conversation Template for your facility. You reported that your facility is interested in pursuing Pathway #1, Program Assessment, and you plan to apply for a rated license by July 2026 and have requested to have the ERS completed. A copy of this template is attached to this visit summary. Pathway 1 – Program Assessment: You are eligible for this pathway, which allows your program to demonstrate quality through best practices using the Environment Rating scale. This includes completing a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Plan, meeting Family and Community Engagement Standards, approved curriculum and Enhanced Staff/Child Ratios. The facility will need to complete and submit the Staff Information and Education Worksheet to me no later than June 2026. Once all your staff’s education has been evaluated, your facility will earn their Star Rated License based on the following: 50% of Lead Teachers and 50% of other educators. (“Educator” means all classroom teaching staff and administrative positions, including education coordinators, curriculum specialists and any staff who have responsibility for planning, caregiving, mentoring or training. To count as an educator meeting 50% of the education standards, an individual must meet the requirements of a position and work on-site, full-time.) The facility will need to complete the Family and Community Engagement Standards Worksheet selecting the applicable items. Family and Community Engagement Categories: Educational Opportunity, Engagement & Leadership, and Communication. Items selected must be verifiable. Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): A CQI plan will be completed for the facility and each staff member. The CQI Plan includes the following: Identification of goal(s), Necessary resources, supports and actions needed to accomplish the goal(s). Document the reason for the goal(s), Annual review of efforts toward completion of the goal(s). The application forms are available on the DCDEE website under Provider Documents and Forms, and the QRIS modernization page. I encourage you to review the information under the QRIS Modernization section of our website for the most up to date information on how stars are achieved. Staff Education - Ensure all information and education has been submitted to DCDEE WORKS for all staff members as you hire new staff or as existing staff complete additional coursework. This is of vital importance as the information in WORKS for your staff will determine the number of points that your facility earns in the education component of QRIS. We understand this is a big change and are committed to ensuring all providers have a good understanding of the new opportunities to make informed decisions on which pathway best suits the needs of the facility. Other Information Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids: Your facility’s status, according to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, shows the following: • Water Testing- Completed on March 6, 2023. Water testing must be completed every three (3) years. • Lead-Based Paint-Risk Assessment Completed – No Lead Based Paint Hazards Identified • Asbestos-Inspection completed – No Asbestos Hazards identified Ensure you keep all paperwork that you receive regarding this matter, and it may be requested to verify compliance. Use this link to view test results/status: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ Provider Portal for ABCMS (the criminal records check database): Ms. Riddick has completed the required training and access has been given. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. 2025-2026 Respiratory Season: To help North Carolinians understand how to defend themselves against serious illness from the flu, COVID-19 and RSV, NCDHHS has released a bilingual Respiratory Illness Communications Toolkit for the 2025–2026 respiratory virus season. The toolkit offers ready-to-share fact sheets, social media content, videos, posters and other materials to help communities, health departments, schools and employers share respiratory illness information. The materials explain how these viruses spread, symptoms to watch for and the benefits of getting updated vaccines. They also provide information on where to get vaccinated. NCDHHS encourages North Carolinians to get vaccinated for the strongest protection and follow everyday steps like handwashing and staying home when sick. For questions or concerns, talk to a health care provider. Resources and vaccine-finder information are available at MySpot.nc.gov. Reminders: 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/ At the completion of the visit, documentation was completed electronically. As we discussed, this computer-generated visit summary serves as completion of the annual compliance with rated license assessment visit. Please remember it is your responsibility to always comply with all child care rules and requirements. If you have any questions and/or concerns, contact me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov or (910)824-1143 or my supervisor, Kim Sherry at kim.sherry@dhhs.nc.gov/ 910-824-0470. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABOVE & BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER 2 LLC Facility ID: 67001206 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/20/2025 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 3/20/2025 Age: From 0 To 1 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 11:30 AM Time Out: 01:30 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 your annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. This facility operates with a Four-Star License effective October 12, 2023. The restrictions on the permit include a first shift capacity of 21 children aged 0 to 12 years old. The temporary license was issued to this facility on April 10, 2024. As of March 14, 2025, the corporation, Above & Beyond Early Leaning Center 2 LLC, was current and active. Fire Inspection – 02/03/2025 – Approved for daytime care only – Pass Sanitation Inspection – 12/18/2024 – 8 Demerits – Superior This facility has a new administrator, Lakesha Morrison. Ms. Morrison was present and available for consultation. During today’s visit, the Preservice Requirements for Administrator of a Child Care Center form was emailed to Ms. Morrison to be completed and returned to me by Monday, March 24, 2025. All approved indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. There is one space approved for use. Each crib is labeled with the child’s name. Safe sleep information and feeding plans are in a folder attached to each crib. Safe sleep charts are being maintained. The active area contains a rug, low shelving, and soft furnishings. Materials are kept in identifiable grouping such as books, blocks, dolls, pretend play materials, musical toys, sensory toys and fine motor toys. Daily schedules and activity plans were posted and current. There was a one-year-old and five infants with two caregivers present today. There were four infants on the floor exploring the space and playing with various toys and materials and another infant was being fed by a caregiver. Caregivers were within arm’s reach of children as they were freely exploring. Staff/child ratios were in compliance. All children were appropriately supervised. Caregivers interacted with children in a positive and appropriate manner. As of today, the facility has an 18-month compliance history of 96%. 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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Health & Safety Training - Staff members, who have been employed for at least one year and new employees have completed Health and Safety trainings as outlined in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102. Ensure this information is maintained on file. New staff must complete these training within the first year of being hired and must be renewed every five years. Completing, refreshing, and updating the required Health and Safety Training increases your awareness and knowledge regarding child development and safety. The following violation was observed today and must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with applicable child care requirements is required. Violation Number Comment Rule 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. An emergency drill has not been conducted since November 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) For your facility to remain in compliance with NC Child Care Requirements, violations must be corrected immediately. On or before April 3, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected as well as how compliance will be maintained in the future. A time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Email the information to me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov. Technical Assistance regarding violation cited: According to the emergency drill log, an emergency drill has not been conducted since 11/2024. Lockdown or shelter-in-place drills must be practiced at least every three months as part of your facility's EPR plan. These drills should be documented on the Emergency Drill Record. Frequent practice will allow children and staff members to be familiar with the steps to take to keep everyone safe in an emergency. Today I suggested you plan the dates and times of your drills in advance and use calendar reminders to ensure they are completed at least every three months. Other Information: Rated License Reassessment Information - There are no longer any cohorts. The “hold harmless” state of rated license reassessments has been extended until the new Quality Rating Improvement System standards are put in place. This means that you may not be required to have a reassessment according to timelines discussed previously, however you may request one voluntarily. Today I encourage you to review information about the new standards as it becomes available and to plan on training your additional caregivers on new assessment tools if you are still interested in Environment Rating Scales assessments. The new tools are the “3” versions, and I will share more information about training opportunities as they become available. Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3, also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Ensure all education information has been submitted to DCDEE WORKS as you complete additional coursework. Keep in mind, it is expected that compliance with Education standards is always maintained. ACTION ITEM - A provider meeting and training is scheduled for Thursday, April 10th at the Jacksonville Public Safety Building. The assessors from the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) will be the presenters. From 10am until 12pm, we will offer the ITERS-3 training. We will take a lunch break, and from 1:30 until 3:30pm, we will offer the ECERS-3 training. Bring a pencil, highlighter, and the 3’s book when you attend the training. Look forward to receive registration information via email from One Place soon. CLEAN CLASSROOMS FOR CAROLINA KIDS - You must registrar and enrolled for all three testing programs – water, lead-based paint and asbestos. I verified through the website Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids that you have completed the lead water test and enrollment for lead-based paint and asbestos has started with no results yet. Therefore, you will need to follow up to ensure you have completed all steps for these two items. To meet requirements, you must enroll your program through Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids in ALL THREE TESTING PROGRAMS. Your facility may be exempt from testing lead-based paint and/or asbestos based on the year built, however it is still required that you enroll in the programs and provide documentation to request exemption. See key points below: -Centers must have water tested for lead every three years. Check the date of your previous testing and ensure you request a new one if your three years are up. -Enrollment in the lead-based paint and asbestos testing programs is required for all facilities by May 31, 2025. This applies to private centers, FCCH and child care programs in the public schools. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids Program provides free facility-wide testing and inspections without any out-of-pocket costs. Ensure you keep all paperwork that you receive regarding this matter and it may be requested to verify compliance. Use this link to enroll your program or view test results/status: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ Criminal Background Check Information – This is a requirement and if it is not completed, it will be documented as a violation during your next visit. DCDEE launched the Provider Portal for ABCMS on February 1, 2024. This access will allow providers to see applicants that associate themselves with their facility and allow them to “hire” the applicant to their roster, see the real-time background check status of staff/household members, and run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position, and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. Access will then be granted within two business days. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Rule Changes effective November 2024 - The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is excited to share information about the November 2024 child care rule changes. The Child Care Commission adopted changes to child care rule .0713 Staff/Child Ratios for Centers. Consultants will assist as you begin to review and implement the changes, but please note some of the changes may or may not impact your facility. The major change is related to the staff/child ratios for centers located in a residence. You can access a summary of the changes, but for specific details regarding these changes please ensure you are using the updated November 1, 2024 rule book and view information in the DCDEE Moodle. You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. If you do not have an NCID, go to the MyNCID Portal and select Register Now. After creating the MyNCID account wait approximately 1 hour, then login on Moodle. Allow 24-36 hours for a reply. Do NOT try to log in with your email address. Use your MyNCID username and password. Your MyNCID username is NOT your email address. You will not be able to log in with your email address. Rule training modules can be found in the same course as the October 2017 Child Care Rule Rollout. If you are unfamiliar with the Child Care Rule Rollout within Moodle and are enrolling for the first time, information on how to navigate Moodle can be found here: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Learning-Resources/How-to-Navigate-Moodle. You can also access Moodle through DCDEE's website homepage. Need help? Email DCDEE_MOODLE_SUPPORT@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6339 or (800) 722-3946. Documentation was completed on site, reviewed, signed, and a copy left with your during today’s visit. Remember it is your responsibility to always comply with all child care rules and requirements. Contact your Child Care Consultant, Tammy Ross, at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov at (910)824-1143 with any questions or concerns. 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: ABOVE & BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER 2 LLC Facility ID: 67001206 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/20/2025 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 3/20/2025 Age: From 0 To 1 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 11:30 AM Time Out: 01:30 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 your annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. This facility operates with a Four-Star License effective October 12, 2023. The restrictions on the permit include a first shift capacity of 21 children aged 0 to 12 years old. The temporary license was issued to this facility on April 10, 2024. As of March 14, 2025, the corporation, Above & Beyond Early Leaning Center 2 LLC, was current and active. Fire Inspection – 02/03/2025 – Approved for daytime care only – Pass Sanitation Inspection – 12/18/2024 – 8 Demerits – Superior This facility has a new administrator, Lakesha Morrison. Ms. Morrison was present and available for consultation. During today’s visit, the Preservice Requirements for Administrator of a Child Care Center form was emailed to Ms. Morrison to be completed and returned to me by Monday, March 24, 2025. All approved indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. There is one space approved for use. Each crib is labeled with the child’s name. Safe sleep information and feeding plans are in a folder attached to each crib. Safe sleep charts are being maintained. The active area contains a rug, low shelving, and soft furnishings. Materials are kept in identifiable grouping such as books, blocks, dolls, pretend play materials, musical toys, sensory toys and fine motor toys. Daily schedules and activity plans were posted and current. There was a one-year-old and five infants with two caregivers present today. There were four infants on the floor exploring the space and playing with various toys and materials and another infant was being fed by a caregiver. Caregivers were within arm’s reach of children as they were freely exploring. Staff/child ratios were in compliance. All children were appropriately supervised. Caregivers interacted with children in a positive and appropriate manner. As of today, the facility has an 18-month compliance history of 96%. 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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Health & Safety Training - Staff members, who have been employed for at least one year and new employees have completed Health and Safety trainings as outlined in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102. Ensure this information is maintained on file. New staff must complete these training within the first year of being hired and must be renewed every five years. Completing, refreshing, and updating the required Health and Safety Training increases your awareness and knowledge regarding child development and safety. The following violation was observed today and must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with applicable child care requirements is required. Violation Number Comment Rule 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. An emergency drill has not been conducted since November 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) For your facility to remain in compliance with NC Child Care Requirements, violations must be corrected immediately. On or before April 3, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected as well as how compliance will be maintained in the future. A time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Email the information to me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov. Technical Assistance regarding violation cited: According to the emergency drill log, an emergency drill has not been conducted since 11/2024. Lockdown or shelter-in-place drills must be practiced at least every three months as part of your facility's EPR plan. These drills should be documented on the Emergency Drill Record. Frequent practice will allow children and staff members to be familiar with the steps to take to keep everyone safe in an emergency. Today I suggested you plan the dates and times of your drills in advance and use calendar reminders to ensure they are completed at least every three months. Other Information: Rated License Reassessment Information - There are no longer any cohorts. The “hold harmless” state of rated license reassessments has been extended until the new Quality Rating Improvement System standards are put in place. This means that you may not be required to have a reassessment according to timelines discussed previously, however you may request one voluntarily. Today I encourage you to review information about the new standards as it becomes available and to plan on training your additional caregivers on new assessment tools if you are still interested in Environment Rating Scales assessments. The new tools are the “3” versions, and I will share more information about training opportunities as they become available. Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3, also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Ensure all education information has been submitted to DCDEE WORKS as you complete additional coursework. Keep in mind, it is expected that compliance with Education standards is always maintained. ACTION ITEM - A provider meeting and training is scheduled for Thursday, April 10th at the Jacksonville Public Safety Building. The assessors from the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) will be the presenters. From 10am until 12pm, we will offer the ITERS-3 training. We will take a lunch break, and from 1:30 until 3:30pm, we will offer the ECERS-3 training. Bring a pencil, highlighter, and the 3’s book when you attend the training. Look forward to receive registration information via email from One Place soon. CLEAN CLASSROOMS FOR CAROLINA KIDS - You must registrar and enrolled for all three testing programs – water, lead-based paint and asbestos. I verified through the website Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids that you have completed the lead water test and enrollment for lead-based paint and asbestos has started with no results yet. Therefore, you will need to follow up to ensure you have completed all steps for these two items. To meet requirements, you must enroll your program through Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids in ALL THREE TESTING PROGRAMS. Your facility may be exempt from testing lead-based paint and/or asbestos based on the year built, however it is still required that you enroll in the programs and provide documentation to request exemption. See key points below: -Centers must have water tested for lead every three years. Check the date of your previous testing and ensure you request a new one if your three years are up. -Enrollment in the lead-based paint and asbestos testing programs is required for all facilities by May 31, 2025. This applies to private centers, FCCH and child care programs in the public schools. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids Program provides free facility-wide testing and inspections without any out-of-pocket costs. Ensure you keep all paperwork that you receive regarding this matter and it may be requested to verify compliance. Use this link to enroll your program or view test results/status: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ Criminal Background Check Information – This is a requirement and if it is not completed, it will be documented as a violation during your next visit. DCDEE launched the Provider Portal for ABCMS on February 1, 2024. This access will allow providers to see applicants that associate themselves with their facility and allow them to “hire” the applicant to their roster, see the real-time background check status of staff/household members, and run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position, and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. Access will then be granted within two business days. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Rule Changes effective November 2024 - The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is excited to share information about the November 2024 child care rule changes. The Child Care Commission adopted changes to child care rule .0713 Staff/Child Ratios for Centers. Consultants will assist as you begin to review and implement the changes, but please note some of the changes may or may not impact your facility. The major change is related to the staff/child ratios for centers located in a residence. You can access a summary of the changes, but for specific details regarding these changes please ensure you are using the updated November 1, 2024 rule book and view information in the DCDEE Moodle. You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. If you do not have an NCID, go to the MyNCID Portal and select Register Now. After creating the MyNCID account wait approximately 1 hour, then login on Moodle. Allow 24-36 hours for a reply. Do NOT try to log in with your email address. Use your MyNCID username and password. Your MyNCID username is NOT your email address. You will not be able to log in with your email address. Rule training modules can be found in the same course as the October 2017 Child Care Rule Rollout. If you are unfamiliar with the Child Care Rule Rollout within Moodle and are enrolling for the first time, information on how to navigate Moodle can be found here: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Learning-Resources/How-to-Navigate-Moodle. You can also access Moodle through DCDEE's website homepage. Need help? Email DCDEE_MOODLE_SUPPORT@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6339 or (800) 722-3946. Documentation was completed on site, reviewed, signed, and a copy left with your during today’s visit. Remember it is your responsibility to always comply with all child care rules and requirements. Contact your Child Care Consultant, Tammy Ross, at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov at (910)824-1143 with any questions or concerns. 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: ABOVE & BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER 2 LLC Facility ID: 67001206 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/20/2025 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 3/20/2025 Age: From 0 To 1 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 11:30 AM Time Out: 01:30 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 your annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. This facility operates with a Four-Star License effective October 12, 2023. The restrictions on the permit include a first shift capacity of 21 children aged 0 to 12 years old. The temporary license was issued to this facility on April 10, 2024. As of March 14, 2025, the corporation, Above & Beyond Early Leaning Center 2 LLC, was current and active. Fire Inspection – 02/03/2025 – Approved for daytime care only – Pass Sanitation Inspection – 12/18/2024 – 8 Demerits – Superior This facility has a new administrator, Lakesha Morrison. Ms. Morrison was present and available for consultation. During today’s visit, the Preservice Requirements for Administrator of a Child Care Center form was emailed to Ms. Morrison to be completed and returned to me by Monday, March 24, 2025. All approved indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. There is one space approved for use. Each crib is labeled with the child’s name. Safe sleep information and feeding plans are in a folder attached to each crib. Safe sleep charts are being maintained. The active area contains a rug, low shelving, and soft furnishings. Materials are kept in identifiable grouping such as books, blocks, dolls, pretend play materials, musical toys, sensory toys and fine motor toys. Daily schedules and activity plans were posted and current. There was a one-year-old and five infants with two caregivers present today. There were four infants on the floor exploring the space and playing with various toys and materials and another infant was being fed by a caregiver. Caregivers were within arm’s reach of children as they were freely exploring. Staff/child ratios were in compliance. All children were appropriately supervised. Caregivers interacted with children in a positive and appropriate manner. As of today, the facility has an 18-month compliance history of 96%. 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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Health & Safety Training - Staff members, who have been employed for at least one year and new employees have completed Health and Safety trainings as outlined in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102. Ensure this information is maintained on file. New staff must complete these training within the first year of being hired and must be renewed every five years. Completing, refreshing, and updating the required Health and Safety Training increases your awareness and knowledge regarding child development and safety. The following violation was observed today and must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with applicable child care requirements is required. Violation Number Comment Rule 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. An emergency drill has not been conducted since November 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) For your facility to remain in compliance with NC Child Care Requirements, violations must be corrected immediately. On or before April 3, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected as well as how compliance will be maintained in the future. A time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Email the information to me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov. Technical Assistance regarding violation cited: According to the emergency drill log, an emergency drill has not been conducted since 11/2024. Lockdown or shelter-in-place drills must be practiced at least every three months as part of your facility's EPR plan. These drills should be documented on the Emergency Drill Record. Frequent practice will allow children and staff members to be familiar with the steps to take to keep everyone safe in an emergency. Today I suggested you plan the dates and times of your drills in advance and use calendar reminders to ensure they are completed at least every three months. Other Information: Rated License Reassessment Information - There are no longer any cohorts. The “hold harmless” state of rated license reassessments has been extended until the new Quality Rating Improvement System standards are put in place. This means that you may not be required to have a reassessment according to timelines discussed previously, however you may request one voluntarily. Today I encourage you to review information about the new standards as it becomes available and to plan on training your additional caregivers on new assessment tools if you are still interested in Environment Rating Scales assessments. The new tools are the “3” versions, and I will share more information about training opportunities as they become available. Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3, also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Ensure all education information has been submitted to DCDEE WORKS as you complete additional coursework. Keep in mind, it is expected that compliance with Education standards is always maintained. ACTION ITEM - A provider meeting and training is scheduled for Thursday, April 10th at the Jacksonville Public Safety Building. The assessors from the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) will be the presenters. From 10am until 12pm, we will offer the ITERS-3 training. We will take a lunch break, and from 1:30 until 3:30pm, we will offer the ECERS-3 training. Bring a pencil, highlighter, and the 3’s book when you attend the training. Look forward to receive registration information via email from One Place soon. CLEAN CLASSROOMS FOR CAROLINA KIDS - You must registrar and enrolled for all three testing programs – water, lead-based paint and asbestos. I verified through the website Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids that you have completed the lead water test and enrollment for lead-based paint and asbestos has started with no results yet. Therefore, you will need to follow up to ensure you have completed all steps for these two items. To meet requirements, you must enroll your program through Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids in ALL THREE TESTING PROGRAMS. Your facility may be exempt from testing lead-based paint and/or asbestos based on the year built, however it is still required that you enroll in the programs and provide documentation to request exemption. See key points below: -Centers must have water tested for lead every three years. Check the date of your previous testing and ensure you request a new one if your three years are up. -Enrollment in the lead-based paint and asbestos testing programs is required for all facilities by May 31, 2025. This applies to private centers, FCCH and child care programs in the public schools. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids Program provides free facility-wide testing and inspections without any out-of-pocket costs. Ensure you keep all paperwork that you receive regarding this matter and it may be requested to verify compliance. Use this link to enroll your program or view test results/status: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ Criminal Background Check Information – This is a requirement and if it is not completed, it will be documented as a violation during your next visit. DCDEE launched the Provider Portal for ABCMS on February 1, 2024. This access will allow providers to see applicants that associate themselves with their facility and allow them to “hire” the applicant to their roster, see the real-time background check status of staff/household members, and run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position, and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. Access will then be granted within two business days. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Rule Changes effective November 2024 - The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is excited to share information about the November 2024 child care rule changes. The Child Care Commission adopted changes to child care rule .0713 Staff/Child Ratios for Centers. Consultants will assist as you begin to review and implement the changes, but please note some of the changes may or may not impact your facility. The major change is related to the staff/child ratios for centers located in a residence. You can access a summary of the changes, but for specific details regarding these changes please ensure you are using the updated November 1, 2024 rule book and view information in the DCDEE Moodle. You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. If you do not have an NCID, go to the MyNCID Portal and select Register Now. After creating the MyNCID account wait approximately 1 hour, then login on Moodle. Allow 24-36 hours for a reply. Do NOT try to log in with your email address. Use your MyNCID username and password. Your MyNCID username is NOT your email address. You will not be able to log in with your email address. Rule training modules can be found in the same course as the October 2017 Child Care Rule Rollout. If you are unfamiliar with the Child Care Rule Rollout within Moodle and are enrolling for the first time, information on how to navigate Moodle can be found here: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Learning-Resources/How-to-Navigate-Moodle. You can also access Moodle through DCDEE's website homepage. Need help? Email DCDEE_MOODLE_SUPPORT@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6339 or (800) 722-3946. Documentation was completed on site, reviewed, signed, and a copy left with your during today’s visit. Remember it is your responsibility to always comply with all child care rules and requirements. Contact your Child Care Consultant, Tammy Ross, at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov at (910)824-1143 with any questions or concerns. 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 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABOVE & BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER 2 LLC Facility ID: 67001206 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/10/2024 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 4/10/2024 Age: From 0 To 1 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 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 your annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. This facility operates with a Four-Star License effective October 12, 2023. The restrictions on the permit include a first shift capacity of 21 children ages 0 to 12 years old. The temporary license was issued to this facility on April 11, 2023. As of April 8, 2024, the corporation, Above & Beyond Early Leaning Center 2 LLC, was current and active. The facility has an 18-month compliance history of 97%. Fire Inspection – 03/21/2024 – Approved for daytime care only – Failed A reinspection is scheduled for April 20, 2024. Sanitation Inspection – 12/06/2023 – 3 Demerits – Superior All approved indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. There is one space approved for use. The space is arranged for use by infants. There is an active area and a sleeping area. The sleeping area is at the back of the space and contains cribs, three of which are evacuation cribs. Each crib is labeled with the child’s name. Safe sleep information and feeding plans are in a folder attached to each crib. Safe sleep charts are being maintained. The active area contains a rug, low shelving, and soft furnishings. Materials are kept in identifiable grouping such as books, blocks, dolls, pretend play materials, musical toys, sensory toys and fine motor toys. Daily schedules and activity plans were posted and current. There were six infants, and two caregivers present today. There were three infants on the floor exploring the space and playing with various toys and materials, one infant was being held by a caregiver, one infant was asleep in assigned crib, and another infant was being fed by a caregiver. Caregivers were within arm’s reach of children as they were freely exploring. All children were appropriately supervised. Caregivers interacted with children in a positive and appropriate manner. There were three violations observed today. All violations must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with applicable child care requirements is required. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator did not schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last approved fire inspection was completed on February 17, 2023. A fire inspection was conducted on March 21, 2024; however, facility did not pass. A reinspection is scheduled for April 20, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A staff member was hired in May 2023 and has not completed First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A staff member was hired in May 2023 and has not completed CPR training. .1102(d) In order for your facility to remain in compliance with NC Child Care Requirements, violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received April 24, 2024, describing how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. A time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. If I can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me at (910)824-1143 or you can email me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov. You may email me your verification or mail it to me at: Tammy Ross, Child Care Licensing Consultant, P.O. Box 278, Jacksonville, NC 28541 Technical assistance regarding violations cited: CPR/First Aid Renewal - CPR and First Aid training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification for all staff in direct care of children. New employees must successfully complete CPR/FA within the first 90 days of employment. We discussed tracking tools such as an Outlook calendar to ensure that trainings are obtained in a timely manner and does not expire before new certification is obtained. Fire Inspection - Your last approved February 17, 2023. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 (a) states that each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. I suggest noting the date of your most recent inspection on a calendar and setting a reminder for yourself to call and request your inspection at least one month in advance of the deadline. Note: A fire inspection was conducted on March 21, 2024; however, your facility did not pass. A re-inspection is scheduled for April 20, 2024. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times whether or not they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Consultation/Reminders Ensure accurate staff/child ratio are posted in the classroom at all times. ITS-SIDS training for C. Riddick has expired; it expired in August 2023. Ms. Riddick is scheduled to complete ITS-SIDS training on April 16, 2024. In the meantime. Ms. Riddick can not be left alone to care for infant children at any time. Staff Records – Staff development plans, staff evaluations, health questionnaires, and emergency information must be completed for all employees annually. I suggest you select a certain month each year to complete these and set a reminder on your calendar so records will always be current. Outdoor Area – The bushes that are growing inside of the fence in the outdoor play area need to be cut down or trimmed back so it does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Other Information: Rated License Information - Your facility’s three-year rated license reassessment is due to be completed in October 2026. Ensure all information and education has been submitted to DCDEE WORKS as you hire new staff or as staff complete additional coursework. Keep in mind, it is expected that compliance with Education standards is maintained at all times, so you must ensure you monitor staff qualifications and percentages in advance of your upcoming reassessment. Health & Safety Training – Ensure all staff members, who have been employed for at least one year, have completed Health and Safety training as outlined in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102. Ensure this information is maintained on file. Completing, refreshing, and updating the required Health and Safety Training increases your awareness and knowledge regarding child development and safety. Rules - Child Care Rules were revised July 1, 2023, and a new rule book was posted to the DCDEE website. As discussed, you should discard any old versions of the rules and ensure you are referring to the most current rule book when reviewing or researching requirements. Sanitation rules were also readopted July 1, 2023. I strongly urge you to review the training information at https://ehs.dph.ncdhhs.gov/hhccehb/cehu/ccs/op-training.htm, and contact Children’s Environmental Health Services with any questions. Lead Testing – Important Information - It is 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-paint-reimbursement-program-arpa. Refer to email sent to you on March 4, 2024, which has deadline information as well as the website link for “clean water for US kids.” Provider Portal - DCDEE has launched the Provider Portal for ABCMS on February 1, 2024. This access will allow providers to: •See applicants that associate themselves with their facility and allow them to “hire” the applicant to their roster •See the real-time background check status of staff members •Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position, and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. Access will then be granted within 2 business days. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. Documentation was not completed on site due to DCDEE Regulatory/computer issued; however, documentation on a one page visit summary was completed, signed, and violations were reviewed and discussed. Contact me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov at (910)824-1143 with any questions or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABOVE & BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER 2 LLC Facility ID: 67001206 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/10/2024 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 4/10/2024 Age: From 0 To 1 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 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 your annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. This facility operates with a Four-Star License effective October 12, 2023. The restrictions on the permit include a first shift capacity of 21 children ages 0 to 12 years old. The temporary license was issued to this facility on April 11, 2023. As of April 8, 2024, the corporation, Above & Beyond Early Leaning Center 2 LLC, was current and active. The facility has an 18-month compliance history of 97%. Fire Inspection – 03/21/2024 – Approved for daytime care only – Failed A reinspection is scheduled for April 20, 2024. Sanitation Inspection – 12/06/2023 – 3 Demerits – Superior All approved indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. There is one space approved for use. The space is arranged for use by infants. There is an active area and a sleeping area. The sleeping area is at the back of the space and contains cribs, three of which are evacuation cribs. Each crib is labeled with the child’s name. Safe sleep information and feeding plans are in a folder attached to each crib. Safe sleep charts are being maintained. The active area contains a rug, low shelving, and soft furnishings. Materials are kept in identifiable grouping such as books, blocks, dolls, pretend play materials, musical toys, sensory toys and fine motor toys. Daily schedules and activity plans were posted and current. There were six infants, and two caregivers present today. There were three infants on the floor exploring the space and playing with various toys and materials, one infant was being held by a caregiver, one infant was asleep in assigned crib, and another infant was being fed by a caregiver. Caregivers were within arm’s reach of children as they were freely exploring. All children were appropriately supervised. Caregivers interacted with children in a positive and appropriate manner. There were three violations observed today. All violations must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with applicable child care requirements is required. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator did not schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last approved fire inspection was completed on February 17, 2023. A fire inspection was conducted on March 21, 2024; however, facility did not pass. A reinspection is scheduled for April 20, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A staff member was hired in May 2023 and has not completed First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A staff member was hired in May 2023 and has not completed CPR training. .1102(d) In order for your facility to remain in compliance with NC Child Care Requirements, violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received April 24, 2024, describing how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. A time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. If I can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me at (910)824-1143 or you can email me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov. You may email me your verification or mail it to me at: Tammy Ross, Child Care Licensing Consultant, P.O. Box 278, Jacksonville, NC 28541 Technical assistance regarding violations cited: CPR/First Aid Renewal - CPR and First Aid training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification for all staff in direct care of children. New employees must successfully complete CPR/FA within the first 90 days of employment. We discussed tracking tools such as an Outlook calendar to ensure that trainings are obtained in a timely manner and does not expire before new certification is obtained. Fire Inspection - Your last approved February 17, 2023. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 (a) states that each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. I suggest noting the date of your most recent inspection on a calendar and setting a reminder for yourself to call and request your inspection at least one month in advance of the deadline. Note: A fire inspection was conducted on March 21, 2024; however, your facility did not pass. A re-inspection is scheduled for April 20, 2024. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times whether or not they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Consultation/Reminders Ensure accurate staff/child ratio are posted in the classroom at all times. ITS-SIDS training for C. Riddick has expired; it expired in August 2023. Ms. Riddick is scheduled to complete ITS-SIDS training on April 16, 2024. In the meantime. Ms. Riddick can not be left alone to care for infant children at any time. Staff Records – Staff development plans, staff evaluations, health questionnaires, and emergency information must be completed for all employees annually. I suggest you select a certain month each year to complete these and set a reminder on your calendar so records will always be current. Outdoor Area – The bushes that are growing inside of the fence in the outdoor play area need to be cut down or trimmed back so it does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Other Information: Rated License Information - Your facility’s three-year rated license reassessment is due to be completed in October 2026. Ensure all information and education has been submitted to DCDEE WORKS as you hire new staff or as staff complete additional coursework. Keep in mind, it is expected that compliance with Education standards is maintained at all times, so you must ensure you monitor staff qualifications and percentages in advance of your upcoming reassessment. Health & Safety Training – Ensure all staff members, who have been employed for at least one year, have completed Health and Safety training as outlined in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102. Ensure this information is maintained on file. Completing, refreshing, and updating the required Health and Safety Training increases your awareness and knowledge regarding child development and safety. Rules - Child Care Rules were revised July 1, 2023, and a new rule book was posted to the DCDEE website. As discussed, you should discard any old versions of the rules and ensure you are referring to the most current rule book when reviewing or researching requirements. Sanitation rules were also readopted July 1, 2023. I strongly urge you to review the training information at https://ehs.dph.ncdhhs.gov/hhccehb/cehu/ccs/op-training.htm, and contact Children’s Environmental Health Services with any questions. Lead Testing – Important Information - It is 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-paint-reimbursement-program-arpa. Refer to email sent to you on March 4, 2024, which has deadline information as well as the website link for “clean water for US kids.” Provider Portal - DCDEE has launched the Provider Portal for ABCMS on February 1, 2024. This access will allow providers to: •See applicants that associate themselves with their facility and allow them to “hire” the applicant to their roster •See the real-time background check status of staff members •Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position, and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. Access will then be granted within 2 business days. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. Documentation was not completed on site due to DCDEE Regulatory/computer issued; however, documentation on a one page visit summary was completed, signed, and violations were reviewed and discussed. Contact me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov at (910)824-1143 with any questions or concerns. 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: ABOVE & BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER 2 LLC Facility ID: 67001206 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/10/2024 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 4/10/2024 Age: From 0 To 1 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 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 your annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. This facility operates with a Four-Star License effective October 12, 2023. The restrictions on the permit include a first shift capacity of 21 children ages 0 to 12 years old. The temporary license was issued to this facility on April 11, 2023. As of April 8, 2024, the corporation, Above & Beyond Early Leaning Center 2 LLC, was current and active. The facility has an 18-month compliance history of 97%. Fire Inspection – 03/21/2024 – Approved for daytime care only – Failed A reinspection is scheduled for April 20, 2024. Sanitation Inspection – 12/06/2023 – 3 Demerits – Superior All approved indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. There is one space approved for use. The space is arranged for use by infants. There is an active area and a sleeping area. The sleeping area is at the back of the space and contains cribs, three of which are evacuation cribs. Each crib is labeled with the child’s name. Safe sleep information and feeding plans are in a folder attached to each crib. Safe sleep charts are being maintained. The active area contains a rug, low shelving, and soft furnishings. Materials are kept in identifiable grouping such as books, blocks, dolls, pretend play materials, musical toys, sensory toys and fine motor toys. Daily schedules and activity plans were posted and current. There were six infants, and two caregivers present today. There were three infants on the floor exploring the space and playing with various toys and materials, one infant was being held by a caregiver, one infant was asleep in assigned crib, and another infant was being fed by a caregiver. Caregivers were within arm’s reach of children as they were freely exploring. All children were appropriately supervised. Caregivers interacted with children in a positive and appropriate manner. There were three violations observed today. All violations must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with applicable child care requirements is required. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator did not schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last approved fire inspection was completed on February 17, 2023. A fire inspection was conducted on March 21, 2024; however, facility did not pass. A reinspection is scheduled for April 20, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A staff member was hired in May 2023 and has not completed First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A staff member was hired in May 2023 and has not completed CPR training. .1102(d) In order for your facility to remain in compliance with NC Child Care Requirements, violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received April 24, 2024, describing how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. A time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. If I can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me at (910)824-1143 or you can email me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov. You may email me your verification or mail it to me at: Tammy Ross, Child Care Licensing Consultant, P.O. Box 278, Jacksonville, NC 28541 Technical assistance regarding violations cited: CPR/First Aid Renewal - CPR and First Aid training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification for all staff in direct care of children. New employees must successfully complete CPR/FA within the first 90 days of employment. We discussed tracking tools such as an Outlook calendar to ensure that trainings are obtained in a timely manner and does not expire before new certification is obtained. Fire Inspection - Your last approved February 17, 2023. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 (a) states that each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. I suggest noting the date of your most recent inspection on a calendar and setting a reminder for yourself to call and request your inspection at least one month in advance of the deadline. Note: A fire inspection was conducted on March 21, 2024; however, your facility did not pass. A re-inspection is scheduled for April 20, 2024. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times whether or not they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Consultation/Reminders Ensure accurate staff/child ratio are posted in the classroom at all times. ITS-SIDS training for C. Riddick has expired; it expired in August 2023. Ms. Riddick is scheduled to complete ITS-SIDS training on April 16, 2024. In the meantime. Ms. Riddick can not be left alone to care for infant children at any time. Staff Records – Staff development plans, staff evaluations, health questionnaires, and emergency information must be completed for all employees annually. I suggest you select a certain month each year to complete these and set a reminder on your calendar so records will always be current. Outdoor Area – The bushes that are growing inside of the fence in the outdoor play area need to be cut down or trimmed back so it does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Other Information: Rated License Information - Your facility’s three-year rated license reassessment is due to be completed in October 2026. Ensure all information and education has been submitted to DCDEE WORKS as you hire new staff or as staff complete additional coursework. Keep in mind, it is expected that compliance with Education standards is maintained at all times, so you must ensure you monitor staff qualifications and percentages in advance of your upcoming reassessment. Health & Safety Training – Ensure all staff members, who have been employed for at least one year, have completed Health and Safety training as outlined in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102. Ensure this information is maintained on file. Completing, refreshing, and updating the required Health and Safety Training increases your awareness and knowledge regarding child development and safety. Rules - Child Care Rules were revised July 1, 2023, and a new rule book was posted to the DCDEE website. As discussed, you should discard any old versions of the rules and ensure you are referring to the most current rule book when reviewing or researching requirements. Sanitation rules were also readopted July 1, 2023. I strongly urge you to review the training information at https://ehs.dph.ncdhhs.gov/hhccehb/cehu/ccs/op-training.htm, and contact Children’s Environmental Health Services with any questions. Lead Testing – Important Information - It is 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-paint-reimbursement-program-arpa. Refer to email sent to you on March 4, 2024, which has deadline information as well as the website link for “clean water for US kids.” Provider Portal - DCDEE has launched the Provider Portal for ABCMS on February 1, 2024. This access will allow providers to: •See applicants that associate themselves with their facility and allow them to “hire” the applicant to their roster •See the real-time background check status of staff members •Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position, and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. Access will then be granted within 2 business days. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. Documentation was not completed on site due to DCDEE Regulatory/computer issued; however, documentation on a one page visit summary was completed, signed, and violations were reviewed and discussed. Contact me at Tammy.Ross@dhhs.nc.gov at (910)824-1143 with any questions or concerns. 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