THE Crossing Preschool North Main Campus

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/25/2026 Number Present: 57 Completed Date: 3/25/2026 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 11:55 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. You, Jessie Hughes, Director, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 02/03/2026 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 93% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • CBC Qualification • Emergency Medical Care Plan • Administration of Medication • Storage of Hazardous Products • Storage of Medication • General Safety • Discipline • Adequate / Approved Space • Program Records A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, routine activities, group time, and eating morning snack. Seven (7) new staff were reported at this program. Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including, and Criminal Background Checks. No medications were observed or reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A fire drill was recorded 03/11/2026. A shelter in place drill for the facility was recorded 03/16/2026. The most recent fire inspection was on 10/06/2025. I received a copy of this inspection during the visit. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 12/10/25 earning a superior classification. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. During the visit, I observed one (1) uncovered outlet in spaces A103 and B103. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. During the visit, I observed one (1) employee that did not have a current qualifying letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. During the visit, I observed the ABCMS Provider Portal was not current. Four (4) new employees were not listed in the portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 04/08/2026. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • We discussed that electrical outlets must be covered when not in use to ensure children do not have access to the outlets. The two uncovered outlets observed today were covered during the visit. • We discussed that the ABCMS Provider Portal was not current. There are four (4) new employees that were not listed on the portal. We reviewed the process during the visit of how to enter employees into the portal. • We discussed that S. Fulp will need to have her background check redone. You stated she completed the process but never received a letter. I checked the ABCMS Provider Portal during the visit and determined her application was closed due to the process not being completed and fingerprints not being recieved. We discussed that S. Fulp would need to reapply for her background check online in the ABCMS Provider Portal and then have her fingerprints electronically completed and sent off. You will need to send me a copy of her current qualifying letter with your compliance letter. If the qualifying letter is not on file within fifteen (15) days, S. Fulp can no longer be at the facility until the letter has been received. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • We discussed that the EPR plan will need to be updated to reflect the new administrator’s name. You will log into the NC Risk Management Portal to update this information. If you have questions, please contact the NC Risk Management Customer Service number on their website. The portal can be found here: https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/ • We discussed that the EPR Plan and the EMC Plan must be reviewed with staff annually. We discussed that you can document this in each individual employee file or that you could have a staff meeting and keep an agenda and roster to document this. I will review the documentation annually. • We discussed that church janitors and maintenance workers cannot be present when children are present at the facility if they do not have a current qualifying letter. • We discussed adding four (4) spaces upstairs. I recommend you reach out to building, fire, and sanitation to discuss if this is an option for your facility and any changes that would need to be made if so. • We also discussed licensing space A109. During the visit, I took measurements of this space. Prior to using this space, you need to have a building, fire, and sanitation inspection completed. You will need to talk to these agencies to determine what ages will be allowed to be cared for in that space. Once you have these inspections completed, you will need to send me the inspections along with pictures of the classroom set up. At that time, I will use the measurements taken today to determine how many children can be present and to create a floor plan. After that, I would notify you if and when the space is approved for use. • We discussed the potential of adding a sink to space A104. If you choose to add a sink to this space, you will need to reach out to building and sanitation prior to doing so. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/25/2026 Number Present: 57 Completed Date: 3/25/2026 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 11:55 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. You, Jessie Hughes, Director, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 02/03/2026 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 93% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • CBC Qualification • Emergency Medical Care Plan • Administration of Medication • Storage of Hazardous Products • Storage of Medication • General Safety • Discipline • Adequate / Approved Space • Program Records A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, routine activities, group time, and eating morning snack. Seven (7) new staff were reported at this program. Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including, and Criminal Background Checks. No medications were observed or reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A fire drill was recorded 03/11/2026. A shelter in place drill for the facility was recorded 03/16/2026. The most recent fire inspection was on 10/06/2025. I received a copy of this inspection during the visit. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 12/10/25 earning a superior classification. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. During the visit, I observed one (1) uncovered outlet in spaces A103 and B103. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. During the visit, I observed one (1) employee that did not have a current qualifying letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. During the visit, I observed the ABCMS Provider Portal was not current. Four (4) new employees were not listed in the portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 04/08/2026. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • We discussed that electrical outlets must be covered when not in use to ensure children do not have access to the outlets. The two uncovered outlets observed today were covered during the visit. • We discussed that the ABCMS Provider Portal was not current. There are four (4) new employees that were not listed on the portal. We reviewed the process during the visit of how to enter employees into the portal. • We discussed that S. Fulp will need to have her background check redone. You stated she completed the process but never received a letter. I checked the ABCMS Provider Portal during the visit and determined her application was closed due to the process not being completed and fingerprints not being recieved. We discussed that S. Fulp would need to reapply for her background check online in the ABCMS Provider Portal and then have her fingerprints electronically completed and sent off. You will need to send me a copy of her current qualifying letter with your compliance letter. If the qualifying letter is not on file within fifteen (15) days, S. Fulp can no longer be at the facility until the letter has been received. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • We discussed that the EPR plan will need to be updated to reflect the new administrator’s name. You will log into the NC Risk Management Portal to update this information. If you have questions, please contact the NC Risk Management Customer Service number on their website. The portal can be found here: https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/ • We discussed that the EPR Plan and the EMC Plan must be reviewed with staff annually. We discussed that you can document this in each individual employee file or that you could have a staff meeting and keep an agenda and roster to document this. I will review the documentation annually. • We discussed that church janitors and maintenance workers cannot be present when children are present at the facility if they do not have a current qualifying letter. • We discussed adding four (4) spaces upstairs. I recommend you reach out to building, fire, and sanitation to discuss if this is an option for your facility and any changes that would need to be made if so. • We also discussed licensing space A109. During the visit, I took measurements of this space. Prior to using this space, you need to have a building, fire, and sanitation inspection completed. You will need to talk to these agencies to determine what ages will be allowed to be cared for in that space. Once you have these inspections completed, you will need to send me the inspections along with pictures of the classroom set up. At that time, I will use the measurements taken today to determine how many children can be present and to create a floor plan. After that, I would notify you if and when the space is approved for use. • We discussed the potential of adding a sink to space A104. If you choose to add a sink to this space, you will need to reach out to building and sanitation prior to doing so. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/25/2026 Number Present: 57 Completed Date: 3/25/2026 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 11:55 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. You, Jessie Hughes, Director, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 02/03/2026 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 93% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • CBC Qualification • Emergency Medical Care Plan • Administration of Medication • Storage of Hazardous Products • Storage of Medication • General Safety • Discipline • Adequate / Approved Space • Program Records A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, routine activities, group time, and eating morning snack. Seven (7) new staff were reported at this program. Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including, and Criminal Background Checks. No medications were observed or reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A fire drill was recorded 03/11/2026. A shelter in place drill for the facility was recorded 03/16/2026. The most recent fire inspection was on 10/06/2025. I received a copy of this inspection during the visit. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 12/10/25 earning a superior classification. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. During the visit, I observed one (1) uncovered outlet in spaces A103 and B103. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. During the visit, I observed one (1) employee that did not have a current qualifying letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. During the visit, I observed the ABCMS Provider Portal was not current. Four (4) new employees were not listed in the portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 04/08/2026. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • We discussed that electrical outlets must be covered when not in use to ensure children do not have access to the outlets. The two uncovered outlets observed today were covered during the visit. • We discussed that the ABCMS Provider Portal was not current. There are four (4) new employees that were not listed on the portal. We reviewed the process during the visit of how to enter employees into the portal. • We discussed that S. Fulp will need to have her background check redone. You stated she completed the process but never received a letter. I checked the ABCMS Provider Portal during the visit and determined her application was closed due to the process not being completed and fingerprints not being recieved. We discussed that S. Fulp would need to reapply for her background check online in the ABCMS Provider Portal and then have her fingerprints electronically completed and sent off. You will need to send me a copy of her current qualifying letter with your compliance letter. If the qualifying letter is not on file within fifteen (15) days, S. Fulp can no longer be at the facility until the letter has been received. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • We discussed that the EPR plan will need to be updated to reflect the new administrator’s name. You will log into the NC Risk Management Portal to update this information. If you have questions, please contact the NC Risk Management Customer Service number on their website. The portal can be found here: https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/ • We discussed that the EPR Plan and the EMC Plan must be reviewed with staff annually. We discussed that you can document this in each individual employee file or that you could have a staff meeting and keep an agenda and roster to document this. I will review the documentation annually. • We discussed that church janitors and maintenance workers cannot be present when children are present at the facility if they do not have a current qualifying letter. • We discussed adding four (4) spaces upstairs. I recommend you reach out to building, fire, and sanitation to discuss if this is an option for your facility and any changes that would need to be made if so. • We also discussed licensing space A109. During the visit, I took measurements of this space. Prior to using this space, you need to have a building, fire, and sanitation inspection completed. You will need to talk to these agencies to determine what ages will be allowed to be cared for in that space. Once you have these inspections completed, you will need to send me the inspections along with pictures of the classroom set up. At that time, I will use the measurements taken today to determine how many children can be present and to create a floor plan. After that, I would notify you if and when the space is approved for use. • We discussed the potential of adding a sink to space A104. If you choose to add a sink to this space, you will need to reach out to building and sanitation prior to doing so. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/2/2025 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 9/2/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare facility to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a notice of compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 08/04/2025 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, routine activities, and group time. I observed materials and activities that were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/03/2024. A sanitation inspection was completed 04/08/2025 with a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted 09/25/2024. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 08/11/2025. A lockdown drill was documented on 08/22/2025. An outdoor inspection was documented on 08/11/2025. Staff files and children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. Nutrition requirements were monitored per DCDEE procedures. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. During the visit, I observed two (2) children that were not signed in upon arrival. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. During the visit, I observed five (5) landscaping stakes that were lifted and exposed on the large playground. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. During the visit, I observed hand sanitizer stored less than five (5) vertical feet from the floor in spaces A 102, A107, and B103. .2820(b) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. During the visit, I observed diapers that were stored in plastic bags stored under an unlocked cabinet less than five (5) vertical feet from the floor. .0604(q) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 09/18/2025. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • We discussed that hand sanitizer must be stored at least five (5) vertical feet from the floor. All hand sanitizers that were stored on tables and cabinets, and less than five (5) vertical feet from the floor were moved to inaccessible during the visit. • We discussed that plastic bags cannot be accessible to children under three years old. You moved the plastic bags to an inaccessible location during the visit. • We discussed that children must be signed in upon arrival to ensure you have adequate records of how many children are present. You signed the two (2) children in that were not signed in upon arrival during the visit. • We discussed that the exposed landscaping stakes cannot be visible and should always be flush with the landscaping borders to ensure there is not a protrusion exposed. You stated you would have these stakes fixed. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • Make sure you are signed up to receive the Raise NC Newsletters as information will be shared with you all about important DCDEE updates through these newsletters. • Make sure you have a fire inspection this month. Once you receive the fire inspection, please email me a copy. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/2/2025 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 9/2/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare facility to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a notice of compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 08/04/2025 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, routine activities, and group time. I observed materials and activities that were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/03/2024. A sanitation inspection was completed 04/08/2025 with a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted 09/25/2024. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 08/11/2025. A lockdown drill was documented on 08/22/2025. An outdoor inspection was documented on 08/11/2025. Staff files and children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. Nutrition requirements were monitored per DCDEE procedures. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. During the visit, I observed two (2) children that were not signed in upon arrival. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. During the visit, I observed five (5) landscaping stakes that were lifted and exposed on the large playground. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. During the visit, I observed hand sanitizer stored less than five (5) vertical feet from the floor in spaces A 102, A107, and B103. .2820(b) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. During the visit, I observed diapers that were stored in plastic bags stored under an unlocked cabinet less than five (5) vertical feet from the floor. .0604(q) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 09/18/2025. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • We discussed that hand sanitizer must be stored at least five (5) vertical feet from the floor. All hand sanitizers that were stored on tables and cabinets, and less than five (5) vertical feet from the floor were moved to inaccessible during the visit. • We discussed that plastic bags cannot be accessible to children under three years old. You moved the plastic bags to an inaccessible location during the visit. • We discussed that children must be signed in upon arrival to ensure you have adequate records of how many children are present. You signed the two (2) children in that were not signed in upon arrival during the visit. • We discussed that the exposed landscaping stakes cannot be visible and should always be flush with the landscaping borders to ensure there is not a protrusion exposed. You stated you would have these stakes fixed. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • Make sure you are signed up to receive the Raise NC Newsletters as information will be shared with you all about important DCDEE updates through these newsletters. • Make sure you have a fire inspection this month. Once you receive the fire inspection, please email me a copy. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/2/2025 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 9/2/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare facility to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a notice of compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 08/04/2025 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, routine activities, and group time. I observed materials and activities that were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/03/2024. A sanitation inspection was completed 04/08/2025 with a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted 09/25/2024. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 08/11/2025. A lockdown drill was documented on 08/22/2025. An outdoor inspection was documented on 08/11/2025. Staff files and children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. Nutrition requirements were monitored per DCDEE procedures. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. During the visit, I observed two (2) children that were not signed in upon arrival. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. During the visit, I observed five (5) landscaping stakes that were lifted and exposed on the large playground. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. During the visit, I observed hand sanitizer stored less than five (5) vertical feet from the floor in spaces A 102, A107, and B103. .2820(b) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. During the visit, I observed diapers that were stored in plastic bags stored under an unlocked cabinet less than five (5) vertical feet from the floor. .0604(q) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 09/18/2025. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • We discussed that hand sanitizer must be stored at least five (5) vertical feet from the floor. All hand sanitizers that were stored on tables and cabinets, and less than five (5) vertical feet from the floor were moved to inaccessible during the visit. • We discussed that plastic bags cannot be accessible to children under three years old. You moved the plastic bags to an inaccessible location during the visit. • We discussed that children must be signed in upon arrival to ensure you have adequate records of how many children are present. You signed the two (2) children in that were not signed in upon arrival during the visit. • We discussed that the exposed landscaping stakes cannot be visible and should always be flush with the landscaping borders to ensure there is not a protrusion exposed. You stated you would have these stakes fixed. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • Make sure you are signed up to receive the Raise NC Newsletters as information will be shared with you all about important DCDEE updates through these newsletters. • Make sure you have a fire inspection this month. Once you receive the fire inspection, please email me a copy. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/24/2025 Number Present: 44 Completed Date: 4/24/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 10:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. This visit was conducted by Whitney Parker, Childcare Consultant with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 03/13/2025 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 90% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • Emergency Medical Care Plan • Administration of Medication • Storage of Hazardous Products • Storage of Medication • General Safety • Discipline • Adequate / Approved Space • Program Records A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, routine activities, and group time. One new staff member was reported at this program. Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, ITS-SIDS, and Criminal Background Checks. No medications were observed nor reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 03/27/2025. A fire drill was recorded 03/27/2025. A lock down drill for the facility was recorded 02/28/2025. The most recent fire inspection was on 09/25/2024. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 04/08/2025 earning a superior classification. The program does not provide transportation. The following violation was cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. During the visit, I observed several zip lock bags and snack item bags stored in an unlocked cabinet in space C105. .0604(q) 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. The one violation cited today was corrected during the visit. A compliance letter is not due at this time. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • Plastic bags must be kept inaccessible to children under three years of age. You moved the plastic bags during the visit. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • The process of notifying the Division of new employees 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 in 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) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/3/2024 Number Present: 53 Completed Date: 10/3/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 08:50 AM Time Out: 11:20 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare facility to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted by Whitney Parker, Childcare Consultant with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a notice of compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 09/17/2024 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 88% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, routine activities, group time, and eating morning snack. I observed materials and activities that were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 11/08/2023. A sanitation inspection was completed 03/26/2024 with a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted 09/25/2024. A copy of this inspection was received during the visit. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 09/19/2024. A shelter in place drill was documented on 08/24/2024. An outdoor inspection was documented on 09/19/2024. Staff files and children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. Nutrition requirements were monitored per DCDEE procedures. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. I observed one child that was not signed in upon arrival. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. I observed an uncovered outlet in spaces A101, B103, and C105. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. Both violations cited today were corrected during the visit. A compliance letter is not due at this time. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • We discussed that electrical outlets must be covered at all times when not in use to prevent potential risks. You covered all uncovered outlets with safety plugs during the visit. • We discussed that children must be signed in upon arrival to ensure that accurate arrival and departure records are maintained. The child that arrived late was signed in during the visit. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. An internet connection could not be established during the visit and a word document visit was completed and provided to Ms. Gatewood. A computer-generated Regulatory Visit Summary, with the exact contents of the word document will be emailed to Ms. Gatewood following today’s visit. Please reply to the email upon receipt confirming the computer-generated visit summary and enrollment sheet were received. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/3/2024 Number Present: 53 Completed Date: 10/3/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 08:50 AM Time Out: 11:20 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare facility to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted by Whitney Parker, Childcare Consultant with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a notice of compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 09/17/2024 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 88% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, routine activities, group time, and eating morning snack. I observed materials and activities that were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 11/08/2023. A sanitation inspection was completed 03/26/2024 with a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted 09/25/2024. A copy of this inspection was received during the visit. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 09/19/2024. A shelter in place drill was documented on 08/24/2024. An outdoor inspection was documented on 09/19/2024. Staff files and children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. Nutrition requirements were monitored per DCDEE procedures. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. I observed one child that was not signed in upon arrival. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. I observed an uncovered outlet in spaces A101, B103, and C105. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. Both violations cited today were corrected during the visit. A compliance letter is not due at this time. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • We discussed that electrical outlets must be covered at all times when not in use to prevent potential risks. You covered all uncovered outlets with safety plugs during the visit. • We discussed that children must be signed in upon arrival to ensure that accurate arrival and departure records are maintained. The child that arrived late was signed in during the visit. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. An internet connection could not be established during the visit and a word document visit was completed and provided to Ms. Gatewood. A computer-generated Regulatory Visit Summary, with the exact contents of the word document will be emailed to Ms. Gatewood following today’s visit. Please reply to the email upon receipt confirming the computer-generated visit summary and enrollment sheet were received. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/3/2024 Number Present: 53 Completed Date: 10/3/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 08:50 AM Time Out: 11:20 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare facility to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted by Whitney Parker, Childcare Consultant with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a notice of compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 09/17/2024 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 88% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, routine activities, group time, and eating morning snack. I observed materials and activities that were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 11/08/2023. A sanitation inspection was completed 03/26/2024 with a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted 09/25/2024. A copy of this inspection was received during the visit. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 09/19/2024. A shelter in place drill was documented on 08/24/2024. An outdoor inspection was documented on 09/19/2024. Staff files and children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. Nutrition requirements were monitored per DCDEE procedures. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. I observed one child that was not signed in upon arrival. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. I observed an uncovered outlet in spaces A101, B103, and C105. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. Both violations cited today were corrected during the visit. A compliance letter is not due at this time. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • We discussed that electrical outlets must be covered at all times when not in use to prevent potential risks. You covered all uncovered outlets with safety plugs during the visit. • We discussed that children must be signed in upon arrival to ensure that accurate arrival and departure records are maintained. The child that arrived late was signed in during the visit. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. An internet connection could not be established during the visit and a word document visit was completed and provided to Ms. Gatewood. A computer-generated Regulatory Visit Summary, with the exact contents of the word document will be emailed to Ms. Gatewood following today’s visit. Please reply to the email upon receipt confirming the computer-generated visit summary and enrollment sheet were received. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/2/2024 Number Present: 56 Completed Date: 5/2/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. This visit was conducted by Whitney Parker, Childcare Consultant with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 04/22/2024 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 91% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • Emergency Medical Care Plan • Administration of Medication • Storage of Hazardous Products • Storage of Medication • General Safety • Discipline • Adequate / Approved Space • Program Records A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children eating morning snacks, engaging in free play, routine activities, and group time. One new staff was reported at this program. The file for new staff was reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, ITS-SIDS, and Criminal Background Checks. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 04/16/2024. A fire drill was recorded 04/16/2024. A shelter in place drill for the facility was recorded 01/25/2024. The most recent fire inspection was on 11/14/2023. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 03/26/2024 earning a superior classification. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. I observed arrival and departure sheets in space A101 that documented a child was not signed in on 05/02/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. I observed an uncovered outlet in space A101. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. I observed a emergency drill conducted in January 2024. I did not observe an emergency drill conducted in April 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. I observed an EPR plan with the most recent revision date in April 2023. .0607(e) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. I observed a tube of diaper cream in space C105 that had an authorization form that expired in September 2023. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 05/16/2024. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit: • We discussed rule .0607(e). We discussed that the EPR plan should be updated annually. Revise your EPR plan if needed and print the first page to reflect the current revision date. • We discussed rules .0604(u) and .0302(d)(8). We discussed ensuring that you do an emergency drill every three months. • We discussed rule .0302(d)(4) and ensuring that children are signed in upon arrival. • We discussed rule .0604(c) and ensuring that all outlets are covered when not in use. • We discussed rules .0803(6)(a-i);.0803(7)(a-g); and .0803(8)(a-d). We discussed that all medication forms must be updated prior to the expiration of the form. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • On 02/21/2024, I emailed you a document regarding required Lead and Asbestos Testing. Ms. Gatewood confirmed during today’s visit that the email was received and provided information that she completed the webinar and completed the survey on 04/24/2024. You stated you are currently waiting on the survey results. • Make sure on the screen log, you are specifically linking the videos used to NCFELD goals. • During today’s visit, we discussed future plans for a potential playground area. This area would not be approved for use until I come out, measure the space, and approve it for use. We discussed that you would need to complete the following prior to contacting me to approve this new space: -Repair the wooden gates so they can close properly. -Make sure the fence line is flush with the ground to prevent animals from entering the space. -Provide manufacturer’s instructions for the equipment located on the playground and ensure this equipment is suitable for children ages two to five years old. -Remove the bouncing equipment or repair the rust on it. -Ensure there is shade on this playground. -Add mulch to meet the surfacing requirements under and around the required perimeter of the equipment. Please look at rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605 to ensure the proper depth surfacing and fall zone areas are met. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/2/2024 Number Present: 56 Completed Date: 5/2/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. This visit was conducted by Whitney Parker, Childcare Consultant with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 04/22/2024 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 91% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • Emergency Medical Care Plan • Administration of Medication • Storage of Hazardous Products • Storage of Medication • General Safety • Discipline • Adequate / Approved Space • Program Records A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children eating morning snacks, engaging in free play, routine activities, and group time. One new staff was reported at this program. The file for new staff was reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, ITS-SIDS, and Criminal Background Checks. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 04/16/2024. A fire drill was recorded 04/16/2024. A shelter in place drill for the facility was recorded 01/25/2024. The most recent fire inspection was on 11/14/2023. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 03/26/2024 earning a superior classification. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. I observed arrival and departure sheets in space A101 that documented a child was not signed in on 05/02/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. I observed an uncovered outlet in space A101. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. I observed a emergency drill conducted in January 2024. I did not observe an emergency drill conducted in April 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. I observed an EPR plan with the most recent revision date in April 2023. .0607(e) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. I observed a tube of diaper cream in space C105 that had an authorization form that expired in September 2023. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 05/16/2024. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit: • We discussed rule .0607(e). We discussed that the EPR plan should be updated annually. Revise your EPR plan if needed and print the first page to reflect the current revision date. • We discussed rules .0604(u) and .0302(d)(8). We discussed ensuring that you do an emergency drill every three months. • We discussed rule .0302(d)(4) and ensuring that children are signed in upon arrival. • We discussed rule .0604(c) and ensuring that all outlets are covered when not in use. • We discussed rules .0803(6)(a-i);.0803(7)(a-g); and .0803(8)(a-d). We discussed that all medication forms must be updated prior to the expiration of the form. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • On 02/21/2024, I emailed you a document regarding required Lead and Asbestos Testing. Ms. Gatewood confirmed during today’s visit that the email was received and provided information that she completed the webinar and completed the survey on 04/24/2024. You stated you are currently waiting on the survey results. • Make sure on the screen log, you are specifically linking the videos used to NCFELD goals. • During today’s visit, we discussed future plans for a potential playground area. This area would not be approved for use until I come out, measure the space, and approve it for use. We discussed that you would need to complete the following prior to contacting me to approve this new space: -Repair the wooden gates so they can close properly. -Make sure the fence line is flush with the ground to prevent animals from entering the space. -Provide manufacturer’s instructions for the equipment located on the playground and ensure this equipment is suitable for children ages two to five years old. -Remove the bouncing equipment or repair the rust on it. -Ensure there is shade on this playground. -Add mulch to meet the surfacing requirements under and around the required perimeter of the equipment. Please look at rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605 to ensure the proper depth surfacing and fall zone areas are met. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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 .0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/2/2024 Number Present: 56 Completed Date: 5/2/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. This visit was conducted by Whitney Parker, Childcare Consultant with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 04/22/2024 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 91% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • Emergency Medical Care Plan • Administration of Medication • Storage of Hazardous Products • Storage of Medication • General Safety • Discipline • Adequate / Approved Space • Program Records A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children eating morning snacks, engaging in free play, routine activities, and group time. One new staff was reported at this program. The file for new staff was reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, ITS-SIDS, and Criminal Background Checks. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 04/16/2024. A fire drill was recorded 04/16/2024. A shelter in place drill for the facility was recorded 01/25/2024. The most recent fire inspection was on 11/14/2023. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 03/26/2024 earning a superior classification. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. I observed arrival and departure sheets in space A101 that documented a child was not signed in on 05/02/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. I observed an uncovered outlet in space A101. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. I observed a emergency drill conducted in January 2024. I did not observe an emergency drill conducted in April 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. I observed an EPR plan with the most recent revision date in April 2023. .0607(e) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. I observed a tube of diaper cream in space C105 that had an authorization form that expired in September 2023. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 05/16/2024. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit: • We discussed rule .0607(e). We discussed that the EPR plan should be updated annually. Revise your EPR plan if needed and print the first page to reflect the current revision date. • We discussed rules .0604(u) and .0302(d)(8). We discussed ensuring that you do an emergency drill every three months. • We discussed rule .0302(d)(4) and ensuring that children are signed in upon arrival. • We discussed rule .0604(c) and ensuring that all outlets are covered when not in use. • We discussed rules .0803(6)(a-i);.0803(7)(a-g); and .0803(8)(a-d). We discussed that all medication forms must be updated prior to the expiration of the form. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • On 02/21/2024, I emailed you a document regarding required Lead and Asbestos Testing. Ms. Gatewood confirmed during today’s visit that the email was received and provided information that she completed the webinar and completed the survey on 04/24/2024. You stated you are currently waiting on the survey results. • Make sure on the screen log, you are specifically linking the videos used to NCFELD goals. • During today’s visit, we discussed future plans for a potential playground area. This area would not be approved for use until I come out, measure the space, and approve it for use. We discussed that you would need to complete the following prior to contacting me to approve this new space: -Repair the wooden gates so they can close properly. -Make sure the fence line is flush with the ground to prevent animals from entering the space. -Provide manufacturer’s instructions for the equipment located on the playground and ensure this equipment is suitable for children ages two to five years old. -Remove the bouncing equipment or repair the rust on it. -Ensure there is shade on this playground. -Add mulch to meet the surfacing requirements under and around the required perimeter of the equipment. Please look at rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605 to ensure the proper depth surfacing and fall zone areas are met. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/2/2024 Number Present: 56 Completed Date: 5/2/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. This visit was conducted by Whitney Parker, Childcare Consultant with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 04/22/2024 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 91% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • Emergency Medical Care Plan • Administration of Medication • Storage of Hazardous Products • Storage of Medication • General Safety • Discipline • Adequate / Approved Space • Program Records A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children eating morning snacks, engaging in free play, routine activities, and group time. One new staff was reported at this program. The file for new staff was reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, ITS-SIDS, and Criminal Background Checks. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 04/16/2024. A fire drill was recorded 04/16/2024. A shelter in place drill for the facility was recorded 01/25/2024. The most recent fire inspection was on 11/14/2023. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 03/26/2024 earning a superior classification. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. I observed arrival and departure sheets in space A101 that documented a child was not signed in on 05/02/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. I observed an uncovered outlet in space A101. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. I observed a emergency drill conducted in January 2024. I did not observe an emergency drill conducted in April 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. I observed an EPR plan with the most recent revision date in April 2023. .0607(e) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. I observed a tube of diaper cream in space C105 that had an authorization form that expired in September 2023. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 05/16/2024. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit: • We discussed rule .0607(e). We discussed that the EPR plan should be updated annually. Revise your EPR plan if needed and print the first page to reflect the current revision date. • We discussed rules .0604(u) and .0302(d)(8). We discussed ensuring that you do an emergency drill every three months. • We discussed rule .0302(d)(4) and ensuring that children are signed in upon arrival. • We discussed rule .0604(c) and ensuring that all outlets are covered when not in use. • We discussed rules .0803(6)(a-i);.0803(7)(a-g); and .0803(8)(a-d). We discussed that all medication forms must be updated prior to the expiration of the form. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • On 02/21/2024, I emailed you a document regarding required Lead and Asbestos Testing. Ms. Gatewood confirmed during today’s visit that the email was received and provided information that she completed the webinar and completed the survey on 04/24/2024. You stated you are currently waiting on the survey results. • Make sure on the screen log, you are specifically linking the videos used to NCFELD goals. • During today’s visit, we discussed future plans for a potential playground area. This area would not be approved for use until I come out, measure the space, and approve it for use. We discussed that you would need to complete the following prior to contacting me to approve this new space: -Repair the wooden gates so they can close properly. -Make sure the fence line is flush with the ground to prevent animals from entering the space. -Provide manufacturer’s instructions for the equipment located on the playground and ensure this equipment is suitable for children ages two to five years old. -Remove the bouncing equipment or repair the rust on it. -Ensure there is shade on this playground. -Add mulch to meet the surfacing requirements under and around the required perimeter of the equipment. Please look at rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605 to ensure the proper depth surfacing and fall zone areas are met. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/8/2023 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 11/8/2023 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare facility to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted by Whitney Parker, Childcare Consultant with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a notice of compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 11/07/2023 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, eating breakfast, and participating in chapel time. I observed materials and activities were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 12/02/2022. A sanitation inspection was completed 08/30/2023 with a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted 11/16/2022. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 10/25/2023. A lockdown drill was documented on10/30/2023. An outdoor inspection was documented on 10/25/2023. Staff files and children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. I observed one staff file that did not have a medical report completed by a physician prior to employment. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Hazardous items are kept in a locked custodial closet. In space A 105, I observed one aerosol can of disinfectant spray stored on a shelf in unlocked storage. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. In space A105, I observed one diaper cream that had an expiration date of 10/2020. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space A 105, I observed one aerosol can of disinfectant spray stored on a shelf in unlocked storage. .2820(b) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space A105, I observed one diaper cream that had an expiration date of 10/2020. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. I observed one staff file that did not have a medical report completed by a physician prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 11/22/2023. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit: •Make sure all hazardous materials are kept in locked storage. We discussed having your staff do a quick walkthrough in the morning prior to children arriving to ensure the custodial crew put away all cleaning supplies. •Make sure all employees have a medical report on file prior to employment. We discussed not reviewing paperwork completely to ensure all signatures are in place. •Make sure all medications, including diaper creams, have not expired. We discussed having staff regularly checking these materials to ensure they are valid when parents bring products in. Additional Information/Consultation: •You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. •Make sure you have a fire inspection completed prior to 11/16/2023. Once you have a fire inspection completed, please email me a copy of the inspection. •We discussed moving the teeter-totter to the mulched area to ensure that the equipment is installed over adequate surfacing. If the equipment is going to be used, it needs to be installed over at least six inches of mulch and meeting the fall zones. •When you review your EPR Plan and EMC Plan annually with staff, keep a record of the staff meeting reflecting what was discussed and include a staff roster to ensure that all staff have reviewed these documents. I will review this annually. •When a child has emergency medication, make sure you have both the medical action plan and the permission to administer the medication on file at all times. I emailed you a copy of the permission to administer medication form during today’s visit. •For information on how long to maintain any required records, use the child care rules and search for 10A NCAC 09 .2318 CHILD CARE CENTER RECORD RETENTION. Once you have the rules document opened, click the Ctrl key and F. A search bar will come up in the upper right corner and you will be able to search for key words and then click through key words. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/8/2023 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 11/8/2023 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare facility to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted by Whitney Parker, Childcare Consultant with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a notice of compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 11/07/2023 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, eating breakfast, and participating in chapel time. I observed materials and activities were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 12/02/2022. A sanitation inspection was completed 08/30/2023 with a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted 11/16/2022. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 10/25/2023. A lockdown drill was documented on10/30/2023. An outdoor inspection was documented on 10/25/2023. Staff files and children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. I observed one staff file that did not have a medical report completed by a physician prior to employment. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Hazardous items are kept in a locked custodial closet. In space A 105, I observed one aerosol can of disinfectant spray stored on a shelf in unlocked storage. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. In space A105, I observed one diaper cream that had an expiration date of 10/2020. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space A 105, I observed one aerosol can of disinfectant spray stored on a shelf in unlocked storage. .2820(b) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space A105, I observed one diaper cream that had an expiration date of 10/2020. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. I observed one staff file that did not have a medical report completed by a physician prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 11/22/2023. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit: •Make sure all hazardous materials are kept in locked storage. We discussed having your staff do a quick walkthrough in the morning prior to children arriving to ensure the custodial crew put away all cleaning supplies. •Make sure all employees have a medical report on file prior to employment. We discussed not reviewing paperwork completely to ensure all signatures are in place. •Make sure all medications, including diaper creams, have not expired. We discussed having staff regularly checking these materials to ensure they are valid when parents bring products in. Additional Information/Consultation: •You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. •Make sure you have a fire inspection completed prior to 11/16/2023. Once you have a fire inspection completed, please email me a copy of the inspection. •We discussed moving the teeter-totter to the mulched area to ensure that the equipment is installed over adequate surfacing. If the equipment is going to be used, it needs to be installed over at least six inches of mulch and meeting the fall zones. •When you review your EPR Plan and EMC Plan annually with staff, keep a record of the staff meeting reflecting what was discussed and include a staff roster to ensure that all staff have reviewed these documents. I will review this annually. •When a child has emergency medication, make sure you have both the medical action plan and the permission to administer the medication on file at all times. I emailed you a copy of the permission to administer medication form during today’s visit. •For information on how long to maintain any required records, use the child care rules and search for 10A NCAC 09 .2318 CHILD CARE CENTER RECORD RETENTION. Once you have the rules document opened, click the Ctrl key and F. A search bar will come up in the upper right corner and you will be able to search for key words and then click through key words. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .2318 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/8/2023 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 11/8/2023 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare facility to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted by Whitney Parker, Childcare Consultant with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a notice of compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 11/07/2023 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, eating breakfast, and participating in chapel time. I observed materials and activities were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 12/02/2022. A sanitation inspection was completed 08/30/2023 with a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted 11/16/2022. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 10/25/2023. A lockdown drill was documented on10/30/2023. An outdoor inspection was documented on 10/25/2023. Staff files and children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. I observed one staff file that did not have a medical report completed by a physician prior to employment. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Hazardous items are kept in a locked custodial closet. In space A 105, I observed one aerosol can of disinfectant spray stored on a shelf in unlocked storage. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. In space A105, I observed one diaper cream that had an expiration date of 10/2020. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space A 105, I observed one aerosol can of disinfectant spray stored on a shelf in unlocked storage. .2820(b) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space A105, I observed one diaper cream that had an expiration date of 10/2020. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. I observed one staff file that did not have a medical report completed by a physician prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 11/22/2023. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit: •Make sure all hazardous materials are kept in locked storage. We discussed having your staff do a quick walkthrough in the morning prior to children arriving to ensure the custodial crew put away all cleaning supplies. •Make sure all employees have a medical report on file prior to employment. We discussed not reviewing paperwork completely to ensure all signatures are in place. •Make sure all medications, including diaper creams, have not expired. We discussed having staff regularly checking these materials to ensure they are valid when parents bring products in. Additional Information/Consultation: •You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. •Make sure you have a fire inspection completed prior to 11/16/2023. Once you have a fire inspection completed, please email me a copy of the inspection. •We discussed moving the teeter-totter to the mulched area to ensure that the equipment is installed over adequate surfacing. If the equipment is going to be used, it needs to be installed over at least six inches of mulch and meeting the fall zones. •When you review your EPR Plan and EMC Plan annually with staff, keep a record of the staff meeting reflecting what was discussed and include a staff roster to ensure that all staff have reviewed these documents. I will review this annually. •When a child has emergency medication, make sure you have both the medical action plan and the permission to administer the medication on file at all times. I emailed you a copy of the permission to administer medication form during today’s visit. •For information on how long to maintain any required records, use the child care rules and search for 10A NCAC 09 .2318 CHILD CARE CENTER RECORD RETENTION. Once you have the rules document opened, click the Ctrl key and F. A search bar will come up in the upper right corner and you will be able to search for key words and then click through key words. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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: THE CROSSING PRESCHOOL NORTH MAIN CAMPUS Facility ID: 34001255 Consultant: WHITNEY PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/8/2023 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 11/8/2023 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare facility to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted by Whitney Parker, Childcare Consultant with Ashley Gatewood, Director. Your program currently operates with a notice of compliance. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 11/07/2023 and First Christian Church Ministries was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children engaging in free play, eating breakfast, and participating in chapel time. I observed materials and activities were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 12/02/2022. A sanitation inspection was completed 08/30/2023 with a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted 11/16/2022. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 10/25/2023. A lockdown drill was documented on10/30/2023. An outdoor inspection was documented on 10/25/2023. Staff files and children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. I observed one staff file that did not have a medical report completed by a physician prior to employment. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Hazardous items are kept in a locked custodial closet. In space A 105, I observed one aerosol can of disinfectant spray stored on a shelf in unlocked storage. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. In space A105, I observed one diaper cream that had an expiration date of 10/2020. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space A 105, I observed one aerosol can of disinfectant spray stored on a shelf in unlocked storage. .2820(b) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space A105, I observed one diaper cream that had an expiration date of 10/2020. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. I observed one staff file that did not have a medical report completed by a physician prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 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. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before 11/22/2023. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation You may email the letter to whitney.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Whitney Parker P.O. Box 1342 Lexington, NC 27293 If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit: •Make sure all hazardous materials are kept in locked storage. We discussed having your staff do a quick walkthrough in the morning prior to children arriving to ensure the custodial crew put away all cleaning supplies. •Make sure all employees have a medical report on file prior to employment. We discussed not reviewing paperwork completely to ensure all signatures are in place. •Make sure all medications, including diaper creams, have not expired. We discussed having staff regularly checking these materials to ensure they are valid when parents bring products in. Additional Information/Consultation: •You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. •Make sure you have a fire inspection completed prior to 11/16/2023. Once you have a fire inspection completed, please email me a copy of the inspection. •We discussed moving the teeter-totter to the mulched area to ensure that the equipment is installed over adequate surfacing. If the equipment is going to be used, it needs to be installed over at least six inches of mulch and meeting the fall zones. •When you review your EPR Plan and EMC Plan annually with staff, keep a record of the staff meeting reflecting what was discussed and include a staff roster to ensure that all staff have reviewed these documents. I will review this annually. •When a child has emergency medication, make sure you have both the medical action plan and the permission to administer the medication on file at all times. I emailed you a copy of the permission to administer medication form during today’s visit. •For information on how long to maintain any required records, use the child care rules and search for 10A NCAC 09 .2318 CHILD CARE CENTER RECORD RETENTION. Once you have the rules document opened, click the Ctrl key and F. A search bar will come up in the upper right corner and you will be able to search for key words and then click through key words. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Whitney Parker, Child Care Consultant (336) 590-8765 whitney.parker@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If 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