Seaside Academy

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: SEASIDE ACADEMY Facility ID: 67001191 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/6/2025 Number Present: 33 Completed Date: 5/6/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 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, including staff and children’s files. This program currently operates with a One Star License, issued November 17, 2022. Restrictions on the permit include: a capacity of 42 during first shift with an age range of 2-12, no cooking allowed in building, and no children in diapers. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 7, 2024. As of May 5, 2025, your facility has an 18-month compliance history of 99%. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance 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 center is owned by the Seaside Academy, Inc. As of today, the corporation is current and active with the NC Secretary of State. Fire Inspection – 05/12/2024 – Approved for day time care only – Satisfactory Sanitation – 04/16/2025 – 5 Demerits - Superior Administrator, LaRonda Holman, was present and available for review. There are two classrooms at this location. There are fifty seven children enrolled and thirty-three children aged 2- 5, were present today. All approved indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. Daily schedules were available for each group of children. Activity plans were observed posted in each classroom. A variety of age-appropriate learning materials were observed in each classroom. At least five (5) activity areas including language, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, and art were available in your classrooms. Age-appropriate materials and activities were provided for all children. Preschool children assigned to space #1 were observed playing outdoor in the fenced playground area. They were observed running, playing with balls, playing in sand box, and playing on play structures and stationary cars. Preschool children assigned to space #2 were observed playing with play doh using various cutters. Preschool children were also observed eating lunch. Lunch is provided by parents; nutrition opt out forms were observed in children’s files that were reviewed today. After lunch, children observed nap/rest time. Children were resting on appropriately spaced covered mats with blankets, lights were off, and soft music played in the background making the space conducive to rest. Routine toileting and handwashing procedures were monitored, and requirements were met. Staff/child ratios were maintained in all classrooms. All children were appropriately supervised. Staff in all classrooms were observed interacting with children in a positive and nurturing manner. There were four violations observed today. All violations must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with all applicable child care requirements is always required. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In space #2, baby wipes were observed on a shelf in the classroom – “keep out of reach of children,” was on the label. The baby wipes were accessible to the children in care. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(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. First Aid expired for one staff member in January 2025. .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. CPR for one staff member expired in January 2025. .1102(d) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was conducted on February 2, 2025. .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 May 20, 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. The 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. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Technical Assistance regarding violation cited – Lockdown or shelter-in-place drills should be practiced at least every three months as part of your facility's EPR plan. The last emergency drill, a lockdown, was conducted on February 4, 2025, which exceeds the quarterly requirement. 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. For the health and safety of the children, all staff members are required to obtain CPR and First Aid certification and keep it current. Renewing this certification is crucial for staff to be refreshed in first aid and other lifesaving techniques as well as receive the most up to date information. I suggest you set a reminder on your calendar to keep track of expiration dates and/or seek out training from additional approved agencies when staff is not able to attend courses offered locally or at the facility. CPR/FA expired for one staff member on January 14, 2025 and has not been renewed. CPR/FA must be renewed on or before the expiration date, no exceptions. Reminder – CPR/FA for T. Jarman expires April 29, 2025. A safe indoor and outdoor environment must be always provided for the children. In space #2, baby wipes were observed on a shelf in the classroom – “keep out of reach of children,” was on the label. The baby wipes were accessible to the children in care. OTHER INFORMATION - Health & Safety Training – 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. New staff are in the process of completing these training courses. Health and safety trainings are required to be completed during the first year of employment and renewed every 5 years. Remember, the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training must be taken at www.preventchildabusenc.org, within the first 90 days of employment. Completing, refreshing, and updating the required Health and Safety Training increases your awareness and knowledge regarding child development and safety. Ensure this information in completed, recorded on the required form, and on file for review at all times. CLEAN CLASSROOMS FOR CAROLINA KIDS - The registration and enrollment for all three testing programs must be completed – 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. 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/ 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. DPI Pre-K programs do not need to enroll separately as public schools will be tested as a whole. Please refer to the website if you have specific questions! 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. Ms. Holman has completed the required training and access has been given, and is in the process of verifying 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. 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 information and education 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. Reminders: In space #2, ensure materials and equipment in the activity area are in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities and provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. Plastic bags must be inaccessible to children must be kept inaccessible to children under three years of age. Therefore, lunches/snacks must be stored at least 5 ft above floor level; you have a two-year-old enrolled in space #2. Large rugs in space #1 and space #2 need to be cleaned or replaced. Documentation was completed electronically on site, signed, and a copy left with Ms. Holman for her files. Please remember it is your responsibility to always comply with all child care rules and requirements. 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: SEASIDE ACADEMY Facility ID: 67001191 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/6/2025 Number Present: 33 Completed Date: 5/6/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 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, including staff and children’s files. This program currently operates with a One Star License, issued November 17, 2022. Restrictions on the permit include: a capacity of 42 during first shift with an age range of 2-12, no cooking allowed in building, and no children in diapers. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 7, 2024. As of May 5, 2025, your facility has an 18-month compliance history of 99%. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance 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 center is owned by the Seaside Academy, Inc. As of today, the corporation is current and active with the NC Secretary of State. Fire Inspection – 05/12/2024 – Approved for day time care only – Satisfactory Sanitation – 04/16/2025 – 5 Demerits - Superior Administrator, LaRonda Holman, was present and available for review. There are two classrooms at this location. There are fifty seven children enrolled and thirty-three children aged 2- 5, were present today. All approved indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. Daily schedules were available for each group of children. Activity plans were observed posted in each classroom. A variety of age-appropriate learning materials were observed in each classroom. At least five (5) activity areas including language, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, and art were available in your classrooms. Age-appropriate materials and activities were provided for all children. Preschool children assigned to space #1 were observed playing outdoor in the fenced playground area. They were observed running, playing with balls, playing in sand box, and playing on play structures and stationary cars. Preschool children assigned to space #2 were observed playing with play doh using various cutters. Preschool children were also observed eating lunch. Lunch is provided by parents; nutrition opt out forms were observed in children’s files that were reviewed today. After lunch, children observed nap/rest time. Children were resting on appropriately spaced covered mats with blankets, lights were off, and soft music played in the background making the space conducive to rest. Routine toileting and handwashing procedures were monitored, and requirements were met. Staff/child ratios were maintained in all classrooms. All children were appropriately supervised. Staff in all classrooms were observed interacting with children in a positive and nurturing manner. There were four violations observed today. All violations must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with all applicable child care requirements is always required. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In space #2, baby wipes were observed on a shelf in the classroom – “keep out of reach of children,” was on the label. The baby wipes were accessible to the children in care. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(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. First Aid expired for one staff member in January 2025. .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. CPR for one staff member expired in January 2025. .1102(d) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was conducted on February 2, 2025. .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 May 20, 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. The 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. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Technical Assistance regarding violation cited – Lockdown or shelter-in-place drills should be practiced at least every three months as part of your facility's EPR plan. The last emergency drill, a lockdown, was conducted on February 4, 2025, which exceeds the quarterly requirement. 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. For the health and safety of the children, all staff members are required to obtain CPR and First Aid certification and keep it current. Renewing this certification is crucial for staff to be refreshed in first aid and other lifesaving techniques as well as receive the most up to date information. I suggest you set a reminder on your calendar to keep track of expiration dates and/or seek out training from additional approved agencies when staff is not able to attend courses offered locally or at the facility. CPR/FA expired for one staff member on January 14, 2025 and has not been renewed. CPR/FA must be renewed on or before the expiration date, no exceptions. Reminder – CPR/FA for T. Jarman expires April 29, 2025. A safe indoor and outdoor environment must be always provided for the children. In space #2, baby wipes were observed on a shelf in the classroom – “keep out of reach of children,” was on the label. The baby wipes were accessible to the children in care. OTHER INFORMATION - Health & Safety Training – 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. New staff are in the process of completing these training courses. Health and safety trainings are required to be completed during the first year of employment and renewed every 5 years. Remember, the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training must be taken at www.preventchildabusenc.org, within the first 90 days of employment. Completing, refreshing, and updating the required Health and Safety Training increases your awareness and knowledge regarding child development and safety. Ensure this information in completed, recorded on the required form, and on file for review at all times. CLEAN CLASSROOMS FOR CAROLINA KIDS - The registration and enrollment for all three testing programs must be completed – 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. 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/ 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. DPI Pre-K programs do not need to enroll separately as public schools will be tested as a whole. Please refer to the website if you have specific questions! 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. Ms. Holman has completed the required training and access has been given, and is in the process of verifying 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. 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 information and education 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. Reminders: In space #2, ensure materials and equipment in the activity area are in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities and provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. Plastic bags must be inaccessible to children must be kept inaccessible to children under three years of age. Therefore, lunches/snacks must be stored at least 5 ft above floor level; you have a two-year-old enrolled in space #2. Large rugs in space #1 and space #2 need to be cleaned or replaced. Documentation was completed electronically on site, signed, and a copy left with Ms. Holman for her files. Please remember it is your responsibility to always comply with all child care rules and requirements. 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: SEASIDE ACADEMY Facility ID: 67001191 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/6/2025 Number Present: 33 Completed Date: 5/6/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 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, including staff and children’s files. This program currently operates with a One Star License, issued November 17, 2022. Restrictions on the permit include: a capacity of 42 during first shift with an age range of 2-12, no cooking allowed in building, and no children in diapers. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 7, 2024. As of May 5, 2025, your facility has an 18-month compliance history of 99%. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance 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 center is owned by the Seaside Academy, Inc. As of today, the corporation is current and active with the NC Secretary of State. Fire Inspection – 05/12/2024 – Approved for day time care only – Satisfactory Sanitation – 04/16/2025 – 5 Demerits - Superior Administrator, LaRonda Holman, was present and available for review. There are two classrooms at this location. There are fifty seven children enrolled and thirty-three children aged 2- 5, were present today. All approved indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. Daily schedules were available for each group of children. Activity plans were observed posted in each classroom. A variety of age-appropriate learning materials were observed in each classroom. At least five (5) activity areas including language, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, and art were available in your classrooms. Age-appropriate materials and activities were provided for all children. Preschool children assigned to space #1 were observed playing outdoor in the fenced playground area. They were observed running, playing with balls, playing in sand box, and playing on play structures and stationary cars. Preschool children assigned to space #2 were observed playing with play doh using various cutters. Preschool children were also observed eating lunch. Lunch is provided by parents; nutrition opt out forms were observed in children’s files that were reviewed today. After lunch, children observed nap/rest time. Children were resting on appropriately spaced covered mats with blankets, lights were off, and soft music played in the background making the space conducive to rest. Routine toileting and handwashing procedures were monitored, and requirements were met. Staff/child ratios were maintained in all classrooms. All children were appropriately supervised. Staff in all classrooms were observed interacting with children in a positive and nurturing manner. There were four violations observed today. All violations must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with all applicable child care requirements is always required. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In space #2, baby wipes were observed on a shelf in the classroom – “keep out of reach of children,” was on the label. The baby wipes were accessible to the children in care. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(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. First Aid expired for one staff member in January 2025. .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. CPR for one staff member expired in January 2025. .1102(d) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was conducted on February 2, 2025. .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 May 20, 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. The 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. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Technical Assistance regarding violation cited – Lockdown or shelter-in-place drills should be practiced at least every three months as part of your facility's EPR plan. The last emergency drill, a lockdown, was conducted on February 4, 2025, which exceeds the quarterly requirement. 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. For the health and safety of the children, all staff members are required to obtain CPR and First Aid certification and keep it current. Renewing this certification is crucial for staff to be refreshed in first aid and other lifesaving techniques as well as receive the most up to date information. I suggest you set a reminder on your calendar to keep track of expiration dates and/or seek out training from additional approved agencies when staff is not able to attend courses offered locally or at the facility. CPR/FA expired for one staff member on January 14, 2025 and has not been renewed. CPR/FA must be renewed on or before the expiration date, no exceptions. Reminder – CPR/FA for T. Jarman expires April 29, 2025. A safe indoor and outdoor environment must be always provided for the children. In space #2, baby wipes were observed on a shelf in the classroom – “keep out of reach of children,” was on the label. The baby wipes were accessible to the children in care. OTHER INFORMATION - Health & Safety Training – 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. New staff are in the process of completing these training courses. Health and safety trainings are required to be completed during the first year of employment and renewed every 5 years. Remember, the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training must be taken at www.preventchildabusenc.org, within the first 90 days of employment. Completing, refreshing, and updating the required Health and Safety Training increases your awareness and knowledge regarding child development and safety. Ensure this information in completed, recorded on the required form, and on file for review at all times. CLEAN CLASSROOMS FOR CAROLINA KIDS - The registration and enrollment for all three testing programs must be completed – 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. 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/ 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. DPI Pre-K programs do not need to enroll separately as public schools will be tested as a whole. Please refer to the website if you have specific questions! 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. Ms. Holman has completed the required training and access has been given, and is in the process of verifying 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. 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 information and education 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. Reminders: In space #2, ensure materials and equipment in the activity area are in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities and provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. Plastic bags must be inaccessible to children must be kept inaccessible to children under three years of age. Therefore, lunches/snacks must be stored at least 5 ft above floor level; you have a two-year-old enrolled in space #2. Large rugs in space #1 and space #2 need to be cleaned or replaced. Documentation was completed electronically on site, signed, and a copy left with Ms. Holman for her files. Please remember it is your responsibility to always comply with all child care rules and requirements. 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: SEASIDE ACADEMY Facility ID: 67001191 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/18/2024 Number Present: 28 Completed Date: 1/18/2024 Age: From 3 To 4 Total Minutes: 85 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 11:25 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s routine unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. Limited child care requirements pertinent to this visit type were monitored. This program currently operates with a One Star License, issued November 17, 2022. Restrictions on the permit include: a capacity of 42 during first shift with an age range of 2-12, no cooking allowed in building, and no children in diapers. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 10, 2023. As of January 16, 2023, your facility has an 18-month compliance history of 99%. The center is owned by the Seaside Academy, Inc. As of today, the corporation is current and active with the NC Secretary of State. Fire Inspection – 05/31/2023 – Approved for day time care only – Satisfactory Sanitation – 12/05/2023 – 0 Demerits – Superior Office Manager/Assistant Administrator, Melissa Straub was present during the visit and accompanied me during my observations, indoors and outdoors. There are forty-one children enrolled and twenty-eight children ages 3-5, were present today. All approved indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. Daily schedules were available for each group of children. Activity plans were observed posted in each classroom. A variety of age-appropriate learning materials was observed in each classroom. Preschool children in spaces #1 and #2 were observed participating in free choice activities. Free choice activities included, play doh, dramatic play, playing with snow, blocks, and art activities. All children were adequately supervised. Caregivers and children interacted in a positive and appropriate manner. Lunch is provided from home for each child enrolled. A new staff member has been hired since the last annual compliance visit was conducted. File for new staff were monitored today. During today's visit child care requirements monitored for compliance included supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR and First Aid, Criminal Record Checks, storage of hazardous substances and medications, approved space, posting of the license, and other applicable requirements. There was one violation documented today. Violation must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with applicable child care requirements is required at all times. Review the applicable child care requirements often. It is your responsibility to be knowledgeable of the child care laws and rules. Take time daily to review the applicable child care requirements. Violation Number Comment Rule 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. A staff member who has been employed since May 2022 has not completed this training. .1102(a) 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 by January 28, 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 violation cited: Health & Safety Training - Staff members who have been employed for at least one year must complete Health and Safety training as outlined in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102. A staff member who has been employed since May 2022 has not completed this required training. All existing staff members have completed the required training and new staff are in the process of completing these training courses. Completing, refreshing, and updating the required Health and Safety Training increases your awareness and knowledge regarding child development and safety. 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. Other Information: 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. Documentation was reviewed and completed electronically, signed, and emailed to you during the visit. 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: SEASIDE ACADEMY Facility ID: 67001191 Consultant: TAMMY ROSS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/18/2024 Number Present: 28 Completed Date: 1/18/2024 Age: From 3 To 4 Total Minutes: 85 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 11:25 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s routine unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. Limited child care requirements pertinent to this visit type were monitored. This program currently operates with a One Star License, issued November 17, 2022. Restrictions on the permit include: a capacity of 42 during first shift with an age range of 2-12, no cooking allowed in building, and no children in diapers. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 10, 2023. As of January 16, 2023, your facility has an 18-month compliance history of 99%. The center is owned by the Seaside Academy, Inc. As of today, the corporation is current and active with the NC Secretary of State. Fire Inspection – 05/31/2023 – Approved for day time care only – Satisfactory Sanitation – 12/05/2023 – 0 Demerits – Superior Office Manager/Assistant Administrator, Melissa Straub was present during the visit and accompanied me during my observations, indoors and outdoors. There are forty-one children enrolled and twenty-eight children ages 3-5, were present today. All approved indoor and outdoor spaces were monitored today. Daily schedules were available for each group of children. Activity plans were observed posted in each classroom. A variety of age-appropriate learning materials was observed in each classroom. Preschool children in spaces #1 and #2 were observed participating in free choice activities. Free choice activities included, play doh, dramatic play, playing with snow, blocks, and art activities. All children were adequately supervised. Caregivers and children interacted in a positive and appropriate manner. Lunch is provided from home for each child enrolled. A new staff member has been hired since the last annual compliance visit was conducted. File for new staff were monitored today. During today's visit child care requirements monitored for compliance included supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR and First Aid, Criminal Record Checks, storage of hazardous substances and medications, approved space, posting of the license, and other applicable requirements. There was one violation documented today. Violation must be corrected immediately. Continued compliance with applicable child care requirements is required at all times. Review the applicable child care requirements often. It is your responsibility to be knowledgeable of the child care laws and rules. Take time daily to review the applicable child care requirements. Violation Number Comment Rule 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. A staff member who has been employed since May 2022 has not completed this training. .1102(a) 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 by January 28, 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 violation cited: Health & Safety Training - Staff members who have been employed for at least one year must complete Health and Safety training as outlined in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102. A staff member who has been employed since May 2022 has not completed this required training. All existing staff members have completed the required training and new staff are in the process of completing these training courses. Completing, refreshing, and updating the required Health and Safety Training increases your awareness and knowledge regarding child development and safety. 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. Other Information: 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. Documentation was reviewed and completed electronically, signed, and emailed to you during the visit. 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