Gamewell Elementary Pre-K

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: GAMEWELL ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000350 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/29/2025 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 10/29/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 312 Time In: 11:08 AM Time Out: 04:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten; and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .2900 regarding certified developmental day programs. You, Alison Auton, lead teacher, assisted with today’s visit. The facility currently operates with a 5-star rated license issued on May 24, 2019, earning seven (7) points in staff education, seven (7) points in the program standards, and one quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: Daytime care, Meets enhanced ratios and enhanced space, enhanced ratios reduced by 1, and certified Developmental Day. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, free play, lunch, rest time, and departure during the visit. Required Inspections: The last fire inspection was conducted on September 17, 2025. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 5, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with two (2) demerits noted on the grade card. The last playground inspection was conducted on October 9, 2025. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on February 19, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility is exempt from lead-based paint and asbestos testing. Emergency Drills: The last fire drill documented was conducted on October 17, 2025. The last emergency drill documented was conducted on October 18, 2025. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. I reviewed the ABCMS Provider portal during the visit. Six (6) staff members are listed as employees of your facility. I confirmed all current staff members are included in your facility portal. Files Reviewed: Three (3) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Three (3) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. Three violations were observed/documented 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. On October 7, 2025, two children were not signed out. On October 9, 2025, two children were not signed out. On October 10, 2025, one child was not signed out. On October 15, 2025, one child was not signed out. On October 27, 2025, one child was not signed in and three children were not signed out. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. A child enrolled on August 25, 2025, had an emergency Vatoco Diazepam Nasal Spray that was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. A child enrolled on August 25, 2025, did not have a health care professional listed on the application for enrollment form. .0802(c)(2) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before November 12, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 94%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: Arrival/Departure: I suggested that you designate one staff member to monitor the arrival and departure records at designated times each day to ensure all children have been signed in and signed out. Medication: I suggested that you monitor all medications received from the parent/guardian prior to the medication being administered to the child or prior to the medication being stored in the classroom. Emergency Information: I suggested you review all paperwork from parents on the date of each child’s enrollment to ensure all required documentation is on file. Consultation: We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environmental rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to Deirdre Sykes, your technical assistant with the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties, to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 828-231-2311. Dinah Brown PO Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .3009 · Violation

Name of Operation: GAMEWELL ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000350 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/29/2025 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 10/29/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 312 Time In: 11:08 AM Time Out: 04:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten; and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .2900 regarding certified developmental day programs. You, Alison Auton, lead teacher, assisted with today’s visit. The facility currently operates with a 5-star rated license issued on May 24, 2019, earning seven (7) points in staff education, seven (7) points in the program standards, and one quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: Daytime care, Meets enhanced ratios and enhanced space, enhanced ratios reduced by 1, and certified Developmental Day. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, free play, lunch, rest time, and departure during the visit. Required Inspections: The last fire inspection was conducted on September 17, 2025. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 5, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with two (2) demerits noted on the grade card. The last playground inspection was conducted on October 9, 2025. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on February 19, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility is exempt from lead-based paint and asbestos testing. Emergency Drills: The last fire drill documented was conducted on October 17, 2025. The last emergency drill documented was conducted on October 18, 2025. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. I reviewed the ABCMS Provider portal during the visit. Six (6) staff members are listed as employees of your facility. I confirmed all current staff members are included in your facility portal. Files Reviewed: Three (3) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Three (3) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. Three violations were observed/documented 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. On October 7, 2025, two children were not signed out. On October 9, 2025, two children were not signed out. On October 10, 2025, one child was not signed out. On October 15, 2025, one child was not signed out. On October 27, 2025, one child was not signed in and three children were not signed out. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. A child enrolled on August 25, 2025, had an emergency Vatoco Diazepam Nasal Spray that was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. A child enrolled on August 25, 2025, did not have a health care professional listed on the application for enrollment form. .0802(c)(2) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before November 12, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 94%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: Arrival/Departure: I suggested that you designate one staff member to monitor the arrival and departure records at designated times each day to ensure all children have been signed in and signed out. Medication: I suggested that you monitor all medications received from the parent/guardian prior to the medication being administered to the child or prior to the medication being stored in the classroom. Emergency Information: I suggested you review all paperwork from parents on the date of each child’s enrollment to ensure all required documentation is on file. Consultation: We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environmental rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to Deirdre Sykes, your technical assistant with the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties, to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 828-231-2311. Dinah Brown PO Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: GAMEWELL ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000350 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/29/2025 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 10/29/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 312 Time In: 11:08 AM Time Out: 04:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 regarding NC Pre-Kindergarten; and requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .2900 regarding certified developmental day programs. You, Alison Auton, lead teacher, assisted with today’s visit. The facility currently operates with a 5-star rated license issued on May 24, 2019, earning seven (7) points in staff education, seven (7) points in the program standards, and one quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: Daytime care, Meets enhanced ratios and enhanced space, enhanced ratios reduced by 1, and certified Developmental Day. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, free play, lunch, rest time, and departure during the visit. Required Inspections: The last fire inspection was conducted on September 17, 2025. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on September 5, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with two (2) demerits noted on the grade card. The last playground inspection was conducted on October 9, 2025. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on February 19, 2024. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility is exempt from lead-based paint and asbestos testing. Emergency Drills: The last fire drill documented was conducted on October 17, 2025. The last emergency drill documented was conducted on October 18, 2025. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. I reviewed the ABCMS Provider portal during the visit. Six (6) staff members are listed as employees of your facility. I confirmed all current staff members are included in your facility portal. Files Reviewed: Three (3) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Three (3) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file were reviewed during the visit. Three violations were observed/documented 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. On October 7, 2025, two children were not signed out. On October 9, 2025, two children were not signed out. On October 10, 2025, one child was not signed out. On October 15, 2025, one child was not signed out. On October 27, 2025, one child was not signed in and three children were not signed out. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. A child enrolled on August 25, 2025, had an emergency Vatoco Diazepam Nasal Spray that was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. A child enrolled on August 25, 2025, did not have a health care professional listed on the application for enrollment form. .0802(c)(2) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before November 12, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 94%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: Arrival/Departure: I suggested that you designate one staff member to monitor the arrival and departure records at designated times each day to ensure all children have been signed in and signed out. Medication: I suggested that you monitor all medications received from the parent/guardian prior to the medication being administered to the child or prior to the medication being stored in the classroom. Emergency Information: I suggested you review all paperwork from parents on the date of each child’s enrollment to ensure all required documentation is on file. Consultation: We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. We discussed changes to the environmental rating scales and the implementation of the “3’s”. I encouraged you to visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website for more information regarding the 3’s, as well as webinars and training opportunities: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s/. I also suggested you reach out to Deirdre Sykes, your technical assistant with the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties, to request technical assistance as you prepare to begin the rated license process. Additionally, please ensure all staff members have a WORKS account, that all transcripts have been submitted, and all WORKS accounts are up to date. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 828-231-2311. Dinah Brown PO Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: GAMEWELL ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000350 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/30/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 205 Time In: 10:50 AM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s routine unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements including health and safety. Upon arrival, the purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Angela Smith, Lead Teacher. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on November 14, 2024. The facility currently operates with a 5-star rated license issued on May 24, 2019, earning seven (7) points in staff education, seven (7) points in the program standards, and one quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: Daytime care, Meets enhanced ratios and enhanced space, enhanced ratios reduced by 1, and certified Developmental Day. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas used by children enrolled were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were observed during independent center play, teacher lead group time activities, transitions, handwashing, toileting, lunch, rest time, snack, outdoor gross motor activities, and departure. Required Inspections: The most recent fire inspection was completed on March 25, 2025. The last sanitation inspection was completed on March 20, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with zero (0) demerits noted on the grade card. The last playground inspection was completed on April 10, 2025, and recorded. Emergency Drills: The last fire drill was completed on April 11, 2025, at 1:56pm and recorded. The last shelter-in-place drill was completed on March 7, 2025, and recorded. Curriculum: Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. Your facility uses Creative Curriculum. Lead Water Testing: The most recent lead water testing results were completed on August 10, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. Files Reviewed: One new staff file was reviewed today. There were two violations observed and documented 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. One child was not signed out on April 15, 2025. One child was not signed out on April 17, 2025. 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 a power strip in front of the teachers desk that had two outlets not covered with outlet covers that was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Consultation: Technical Assistance: Outlet Covers: I suggested that staff conduct a daily classroom safety walk through each morning before children arrive to ensure that all outlets are covered and covers are in place, including in power strips to ensure the health and safety of children and maintain compliance as required by child care rules. Arrival and Departure: I suggested a staff member review arrival and departure sheets daily to ensure each child has been signed in and out each day as required by child care rules. Contact Information: You confirmed that Cathy Barlow was your current Administrator, that 2904 Morganton Blvd Lenoir, NC 28645 was your current physical address, that angsmith@caldwellschools.com was your current email address, and that (828)-758-1193 was your current phone contact. Compliance History: Prior to today’s visit, your compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of November 14, 2025. 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. Compliance Letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by May14, 2025. Please include in that letter each item number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Dinah Brown Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Lead Testing: Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Rule Amendment- This rule was amended to include the specific requirements that child care centers must be free of asbestos hazards. This is in addition to the existing requirement that they be free of lead poisoning hazards. In addition to the updates to this rule, 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816, require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking, water, identify lead-based paint hazard, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program is designed to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure, while providing child care facilities with the support needed to meet all rule requirements. The program is free, and the first step is to watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars, which are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar All licensed child care programs must register by May 1, 2024, at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina and watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars. Child Care Centers have until July 1, 2024, to complete the required lead testing. Moodle Information On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Challenging Behaviors Helpline by Healthy Social Behavior Project The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. I shared the flier with you with information on the Challenging Behaviors Helpline. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS 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) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If you have any concerns with today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov If I can be of assistance in the future, please feel free to contact me at 828-231-2311 or e-mail dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: GAMEWELL ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000350 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/30/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 205 Time In: 10:50 AM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s routine unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements including health and safety. Upon arrival, the purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Angela Smith, Lead Teacher. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on November 14, 2024. The facility currently operates with a 5-star rated license issued on May 24, 2019, earning seven (7) points in staff education, seven (7) points in the program standards, and one quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: Daytime care, Meets enhanced ratios and enhanced space, enhanced ratios reduced by 1, and certified Developmental Day. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas used by children enrolled were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were observed during independent center play, teacher lead group time activities, transitions, handwashing, toileting, lunch, rest time, snack, outdoor gross motor activities, and departure. Required Inspections: The most recent fire inspection was completed on March 25, 2025. The last sanitation inspection was completed on March 20, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with zero (0) demerits noted on the grade card. The last playground inspection was completed on April 10, 2025, and recorded. Emergency Drills: The last fire drill was completed on April 11, 2025, at 1:56pm and recorded. The last shelter-in-place drill was completed on March 7, 2025, and recorded. Curriculum: Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. Your facility uses Creative Curriculum. Lead Water Testing: The most recent lead water testing results were completed on August 10, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. Files Reviewed: One new staff file was reviewed today. There were two violations observed and documented 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. One child was not signed out on April 15, 2025. One child was not signed out on April 17, 2025. 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 a power strip in front of the teachers desk that had two outlets not covered with outlet covers that was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Consultation: Technical Assistance: Outlet Covers: I suggested that staff conduct a daily classroom safety walk through each morning before children arrive to ensure that all outlets are covered and covers are in place, including in power strips to ensure the health and safety of children and maintain compliance as required by child care rules. Arrival and Departure: I suggested a staff member review arrival and departure sheets daily to ensure each child has been signed in and out each day as required by child care rules. Contact Information: You confirmed that Cathy Barlow was your current Administrator, that 2904 Morganton Blvd Lenoir, NC 28645 was your current physical address, that angsmith@caldwellschools.com was your current email address, and that (828)-758-1193 was your current phone contact. Compliance History: Prior to today’s visit, your compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of November 14, 2025. 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. Compliance Letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by May14, 2025. Please include in that letter each item number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Dinah Brown Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Lead Testing: Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Rule Amendment- This rule was amended to include the specific requirements that child care centers must be free of asbestos hazards. This is in addition to the existing requirement that they be free of lead poisoning hazards. In addition to the updates to this rule, 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816, require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking, water, identify lead-based paint hazard, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program is designed to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure, while providing child care facilities with the support needed to meet all rule requirements. The program is free, and the first step is to watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars, which are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar All licensed child care programs must register by May 1, 2024, at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina and watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars. Child Care Centers have until July 1, 2024, to complete the required lead testing. Moodle Information On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Challenging Behaviors Helpline by Healthy Social Behavior Project The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. I shared the flier with you with information on the Challenging Behaviors Helpline. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS 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) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If you have any concerns with today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov If I can be of assistance in the future, please feel free to contact me at 828-231-2311 or e-mail dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: GAMEWELL ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000350 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/30/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 205 Time In: 10:50 AM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s routine unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements including health and safety. Upon arrival, the purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Angela Smith, Lead Teacher. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on November 14, 2024. The facility currently operates with a 5-star rated license issued on May 24, 2019, earning seven (7) points in staff education, seven (7) points in the program standards, and one quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: Daytime care, Meets enhanced ratios and enhanced space, enhanced ratios reduced by 1, and certified Developmental Day. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas used by children enrolled were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were observed during independent center play, teacher lead group time activities, transitions, handwashing, toileting, lunch, rest time, snack, outdoor gross motor activities, and departure. Required Inspections: The most recent fire inspection was completed on March 25, 2025. The last sanitation inspection was completed on March 20, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with zero (0) demerits noted on the grade card. The last playground inspection was completed on April 10, 2025, and recorded. Emergency Drills: The last fire drill was completed on April 11, 2025, at 1:56pm and recorded. The last shelter-in-place drill was completed on March 7, 2025, and recorded. Curriculum: Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. Your facility uses Creative Curriculum. Lead Water Testing: The most recent lead water testing results were completed on August 10, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. Files Reviewed: One new staff file was reviewed today. There were two violations observed and documented 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. One child was not signed out on April 15, 2025. One child was not signed out on April 17, 2025. 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 a power strip in front of the teachers desk that had two outlets not covered with outlet covers that was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Consultation: Technical Assistance: Outlet Covers: I suggested that staff conduct a daily classroom safety walk through each morning before children arrive to ensure that all outlets are covered and covers are in place, including in power strips to ensure the health and safety of children and maintain compliance as required by child care rules. Arrival and Departure: I suggested a staff member review arrival and departure sheets daily to ensure each child has been signed in and out each day as required by child care rules. Contact Information: You confirmed that Cathy Barlow was your current Administrator, that 2904 Morganton Blvd Lenoir, NC 28645 was your current physical address, that angsmith@caldwellschools.com was your current email address, and that (828)-758-1193 was your current phone contact. Compliance History: Prior to today’s visit, your compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of November 14, 2025. 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. Compliance Letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by May14, 2025. Please include in that letter each item number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Dinah Brown Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Lead Testing: Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Rule Amendment- This rule was amended to include the specific requirements that child care centers must be free of asbestos hazards. This is in addition to the existing requirement that they be free of lead poisoning hazards. In addition to the updates to this rule, 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816, require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking, water, identify lead-based paint hazard, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program is designed to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure, while providing child care facilities with the support needed to meet all rule requirements. The program is free, and the first step is to watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars, which are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar All licensed child care programs must register by May 1, 2024, at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina and watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars. Child Care Centers have until July 1, 2024, to complete the required lead testing. Moodle Information On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Challenging Behaviors Helpline by Healthy Social Behavior Project The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. I shared the flier with you with information on the Challenging Behaviors Helpline. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS 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) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If you have any concerns with today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov If I can be of assistance in the future, please feel free to contact me at 828-231-2311 or e-mail dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: GAMEWELL ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000350 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/30/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 205 Time In: 10:50 AM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s routine unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements including health and safety. Upon arrival, the purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Angela Smith, Lead Teacher. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on November 14, 2024. The facility currently operates with a 5-star rated license issued on May 24, 2019, earning seven (7) points in staff education, seven (7) points in the program standards, and one quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: Daytime care, Meets enhanced ratios and enhanced space, enhanced ratios reduced by 1, and certified Developmental Day. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas used by children enrolled were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were observed during independent center play, teacher lead group time activities, transitions, handwashing, toileting, lunch, rest time, snack, outdoor gross motor activities, and departure. Required Inspections: The most recent fire inspection was completed on March 25, 2025. The last sanitation inspection was completed on March 20, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with zero (0) demerits noted on the grade card. The last playground inspection was completed on April 10, 2025, and recorded. Emergency Drills: The last fire drill was completed on April 11, 2025, at 1:56pm and recorded. The last shelter-in-place drill was completed on March 7, 2025, and recorded. Curriculum: Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. Your facility uses Creative Curriculum. Lead Water Testing: The most recent lead water testing results were completed on August 10, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. Files Reviewed: One new staff file was reviewed today. There were two violations observed and documented 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. One child was not signed out on April 15, 2025. One child was not signed out on April 17, 2025. 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 a power strip in front of the teachers desk that had two outlets not covered with outlet covers that was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Consultation: Technical Assistance: Outlet Covers: I suggested that staff conduct a daily classroom safety walk through each morning before children arrive to ensure that all outlets are covered and covers are in place, including in power strips to ensure the health and safety of children and maintain compliance as required by child care rules. Arrival and Departure: I suggested a staff member review arrival and departure sheets daily to ensure each child has been signed in and out each day as required by child care rules. Contact Information: You confirmed that Cathy Barlow was your current Administrator, that 2904 Morganton Blvd Lenoir, NC 28645 was your current physical address, that angsmith@caldwellschools.com was your current email address, and that (828)-758-1193 was your current phone contact. Compliance History: Prior to today’s visit, your compliance history was ninety-five (95) percent as of November 14, 2025. 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. Compliance Letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by May14, 2025. Please include in that letter each item number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Dinah Brown Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Lead Testing: Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Rule Amendment- This rule was amended to include the specific requirements that child care centers must be free of asbestos hazards. This is in addition to the existing requirement that they be free of lead poisoning hazards. In addition to the updates to this rule, 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816, require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking, water, identify lead-based paint hazard, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program is designed to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure, while providing child care facilities with the support needed to meet all rule requirements. The program is free, and the first step is to watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars, which are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar All licensed child care programs must register by May 1, 2024, at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina and watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars. Child Care Centers have until July 1, 2024, to complete the required lead testing. Moodle Information On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Challenging Behaviors Helpline by Healthy Social Behavior Project The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. I shared the flier with you with information on the Challenging Behaviors Helpline. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS 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) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If you have any concerns with today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov If I can be of assistance in the future, please feel free to contact me at 828-231-2311 or e-mail dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: GAMEWELL ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000350 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/14/2024 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 11/14/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 263 Time In: 09:37 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. Upon arrival, the purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Angela Smith, Lead Teacher. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on November 17, 2023. The facility currently operates with a 5-star rated license issued on May 24, 2019, earning seven (7) points in staff education, seven (7) points in the program standards, and one quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, meets enhance ratios and enhanced space, enhanced ratios reduced by 1, and certified Developmental Day. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas used by children enrolled were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were observed during independent center play, teacher lead group time activities, transitions, toileting, handwashing, lunch, indoor gross motor free play, and rest time. Inspections/Emergency Drills: Fire Inspection: The most recent fire inspection was completed on March 27, 2024. Sanitation Inspection: The most recent sanitation inspections were completed on May 22, 2024, and April 27, 2023. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on both of the grade cards for both inspections. Playground Inspection: The most recent playground inspection was conducted on November 13, 2024 and documented. Emergency Drills: The most recent fire drill was completed on October 23, 2024, at 2:01pm and recorded. The most recent lockdown drill was completed on September 9, 2024, and recorded. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Files Reviewed: Two (2) staff files were reviewed today. Three (3) children’s file was reviewed today. There were three violations observed 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. On October 15, 2024, one child was not signed out. On October 17, 2024, one child was not signed out. On October 24, 2024, three children were not signed out. On October 25, 2024, one child was not signed out. On November 1, 2024, one child was not signed out. On November 8, 2024, two children were not signed out. On November 12, 2024, three children were not signed out. On November 13, 2024 three children were not signed out. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 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 an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the right corner at the back of the classroom there was one bottle of Top Fin start up and maintenance water conditioner for aquariums, 3 Medicide Disinfectant Deodorant aerosol spray cans, 1 aerosol can of Scotch Permanent Spray Adhesive Super 77 spray, 1 bottle of trigger spray Maxium Capri Original Citrus Deodorizer, 1 container of Aero Vomit Control, 1 pump spray bottle of Wizard the magic of fresh room mist Hawaiian Retreat Scent, 1 bottle of Smart Care Hand Sanitizer Aloe Vera and Vitamin E, 1 bottle of High Impact Hand Sanitizer Isopropyl Alcohol Antiseptic, 3 containers of Clorox Disinfection Wipes Fresh Scent, 3 containers of Clorox Disinfection Wipes Crisp Lemon Scent, 1 43oz bottle of Great Value Concentrated Bleach, I 81oz bottle of Great Value Concentrated Bleach, 2 aerosol spray cans of Ba-Fix Germicidal Utility Cleanser, 2 aerosol spray cans of Lysol Disinfectant Crisp Linen Scent, and 1 container of Tide Simply Free and Sensitive Unscented Laundry Detergent accessible to children. .2820(b) Technical Assistance: Arrival and Departure Records: I suggested a staff member review arrival and departure sheets daily to ensure each child has been signed in and out each day to ensure the health and safety of children and as required by child care rules. Sanitation Inspection: I suggested that a staff member contact Environmental Health at least one month prior to the expiration of the previous years sanitation inspection to ensure that a yearly inspection is conducted as required by child care requirements. "As a result of tropical storm Helene and a declared natural disaster in Western North Carolina, technical assistance is provided to assist the child care provider in achieving compliance" Hazardous Items and Aerosols: I suggested that staff conduct a daily classroom safety walk through each morning before children arrive to ensure that all hazardous items and aerosols are under lock and key to ensure the health and safety of children and maintain compliance as required by child care rules. Consultation: Prior to today’s visit, your compliance history was ninety-six (96) percent as of November 14, 2024. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Compliance Letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by November 28, 2024. Please include in that letter each item number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Dinah Brown Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. The following information was confirmed during today’s visit. Cathy Barlow, Principal, is the current administrator. 2904 Morganton Blvd Lenoir, NC 28645 is the current physical address of the facility. angsmith@caldwellschools.com is the current email address. (828)-758-1193 is the current phone contact number. Lead Testing: Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Rule Amendment- This rule was amended to include the specific requirements that child care centers must be free of asbestos hazards. This is in addition to the existing requirement that they be free of lead poisoning hazards. In addition to the updates to this rule, 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816, require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking, water, identify lead-based paint hazard, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program is designed to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure, while providing child care facilities with the support needed to meet all rule requirements. The program is free, and the first step is to watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars, which are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar All licensed child care programs must register by May 1, 2024, at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina and watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars. Child Care Centers have until July 1, 2024, to complete the required lead testing. Moodle Information On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Challenging Behaviors Helpline by Healthy Social Behavior Project The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. I shared the flier with you with information on the Challenging Behaviors Helpline. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If you have any concerns with today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov If I can be of assistance in the future, please feel free to contact me at 828-231-2311 or e-mail dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: GAMEWELL ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000350 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/14/2024 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 11/14/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 263 Time In: 09:37 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. Upon arrival, the purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Angela Smith, Lead Teacher. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on November 17, 2023. The facility currently operates with a 5-star rated license issued on May 24, 2019, earning seven (7) points in staff education, seven (7) points in the program standards, and one quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, meets enhance ratios and enhanced space, enhanced ratios reduced by 1, and certified Developmental Day. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas used by children enrolled were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were observed during independent center play, teacher lead group time activities, transitions, toileting, handwashing, lunch, indoor gross motor free play, and rest time. Inspections/Emergency Drills: Fire Inspection: The most recent fire inspection was completed on March 27, 2024. Sanitation Inspection: The most recent sanitation inspections were completed on May 22, 2024, and April 27, 2023. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on both of the grade cards for both inspections. Playground Inspection: The most recent playground inspection was conducted on November 13, 2024 and documented. Emergency Drills: The most recent fire drill was completed on October 23, 2024, at 2:01pm and recorded. The most recent lockdown drill was completed on September 9, 2024, and recorded. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Files Reviewed: Two (2) staff files were reviewed today. Three (3) children’s file was reviewed today. There were three violations observed 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. On October 15, 2024, one child was not signed out. On October 17, 2024, one child was not signed out. On October 24, 2024, three children were not signed out. On October 25, 2024, one child was not signed out. On November 1, 2024, one child was not signed out. On November 8, 2024, two children were not signed out. On November 12, 2024, three children were not signed out. On November 13, 2024 three children were not signed out. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 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 an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the right corner at the back of the classroom there was one bottle of Top Fin start up and maintenance water conditioner for aquariums, 3 Medicide Disinfectant Deodorant aerosol spray cans, 1 aerosol can of Scotch Permanent Spray Adhesive Super 77 spray, 1 bottle of trigger spray Maxium Capri Original Citrus Deodorizer, 1 container of Aero Vomit Control, 1 pump spray bottle of Wizard the magic of fresh room mist Hawaiian Retreat Scent, 1 bottle of Smart Care Hand Sanitizer Aloe Vera and Vitamin E, 1 bottle of High Impact Hand Sanitizer Isopropyl Alcohol Antiseptic, 3 containers of Clorox Disinfection Wipes Fresh Scent, 3 containers of Clorox Disinfection Wipes Crisp Lemon Scent, 1 43oz bottle of Great Value Concentrated Bleach, I 81oz bottle of Great Value Concentrated Bleach, 2 aerosol spray cans of Ba-Fix Germicidal Utility Cleanser, 2 aerosol spray cans of Lysol Disinfectant Crisp Linen Scent, and 1 container of Tide Simply Free and Sensitive Unscented Laundry Detergent accessible to children. .2820(b) Technical Assistance: Arrival and Departure Records: I suggested a staff member review arrival and departure sheets daily to ensure each child has been signed in and out each day to ensure the health and safety of children and as required by child care rules. Sanitation Inspection: I suggested that a staff member contact Environmental Health at least one month prior to the expiration of the previous years sanitation inspection to ensure that a yearly inspection is conducted as required by child care requirements. "As a result of tropical storm Helene and a declared natural disaster in Western North Carolina, technical assistance is provided to assist the child care provider in achieving compliance" Hazardous Items and Aerosols: I suggested that staff conduct a daily classroom safety walk through each morning before children arrive to ensure that all hazardous items and aerosols are under lock and key to ensure the health and safety of children and maintain compliance as required by child care rules. Consultation: Prior to today’s visit, your compliance history was ninety-six (96) percent as of November 14, 2024. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Compliance Letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by November 28, 2024. Please include in that letter each item number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Dinah Brown Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. The following information was confirmed during today’s visit. Cathy Barlow, Principal, is the current administrator. 2904 Morganton Blvd Lenoir, NC 28645 is the current physical address of the facility. angsmith@caldwellschools.com is the current email address. (828)-758-1193 is the current phone contact number. Lead Testing: Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Rule Amendment- This rule was amended to include the specific requirements that child care centers must be free of asbestos hazards. This is in addition to the existing requirement that they be free of lead poisoning hazards. In addition to the updates to this rule, 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816, require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking, water, identify lead-based paint hazard, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program is designed to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure, while providing child care facilities with the support needed to meet all rule requirements. The program is free, and the first step is to watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars, which are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar All licensed child care programs must register by May 1, 2024, at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina and watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars. Child Care Centers have until July 1, 2024, to complete the required lead testing. Moodle Information On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Challenging Behaviors Helpline by Healthy Social Behavior Project The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. I shared the flier with you with information on the Challenging Behaviors Helpline. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If you have any concerns with today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov If I can be of assistance in the future, please feel free to contact me at 828-231-2311 or e-mail dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: GAMEWELL ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000350 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/15/2024 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 5/15/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 232 Time In: 09:38 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on November 17, 2023. You, Christy Smith, assisted with the visit. The facility currently operates with a 5-star rated license issued on May 24, 2019, earning seven (7) points in staff education, seven (7) points in the program standards, and one quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, meets enhance ratios and enhanced space, enhanced ratios reduced by 1, and certified Developmental Day. Your last annual fire inspection was conducted on March 27, 2024. The facility was approved for daytime care only. Your sanitation inspection was conducted on April 27, 2023, with 4 demerits and a superior rating. Your last monthly fire drill was conducted on April 23, 2024 at 9:21am. Your last emergency lockdown drill was conducted on May 3, 2024. Your last monthly playground inspection was conducted on May 7, 2024. Children were observed during independent center play, lunch, teacher directed activities, handwashing, toileting, transitions, lunch, and nap/rest. NC Pre-K and Developmental Day requirements were monitored and observed to be in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The most recent sanitation inspection was conducted on April 27, 2023 and not conducted within one year. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. An annual fire inspection was conducted on March 27, 2024. A copy was given to me during the routine unannounced visit conducted on May 15, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) Technical Assistance: Sanitation Inspections: As a reminder, sanitation inspections must be conducted annually within the same month the last sanitation inspections was conducted. I suggested contacting the Environmental Health Inspector at least one month prior to when the last sanitation inspection was conducted. Fire Inspection Reports: As a reminder, fire inspections must be submitted to DCDEE within one week of the completed fire inspection. Consultation: Prior to today’s visit, your compliance history was ninety-seven (97) percent as of May 14, 2024. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Lead Testing: Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Rule Amendment- This rule was amended to include the specific requirements that child care centers must be free of asbestos hazards. This is in addition to the existing requirement that they be free of lead poisoning hazards. In addition to the updates to this rule, 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816, require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking, water, identify lead-based paint hazard, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program is designed to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure, while providing child care facilities with the support needed to meet all rule requirements. The program is free, and the first step is to watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars, which are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar All licensed child care programs must register by May 1, 2024, at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina and watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars. Child Care Centers have until July 1, 2024, to complete the required lead testing. Moodle Information On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Challenging Behaviors Helpline by Healthy Social Behavior Project The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. I shared the flier with you with information on the Challenging Behaviors Helpline. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. Compliance Letter: You must correct the violations found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by May 29, 2024. Please include in that letter each item number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov Dinah Brown Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. 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: GAMEWELL ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000350 Consultant: DINAH BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/15/2024 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 5/15/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 232 Time In: 09:38 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on November 17, 2023. You, Christy Smith, assisted with the visit. The facility currently operates with a 5-star rated license issued on May 24, 2019, earning seven (7) points in staff education, seven (7) points in the program standards, and one quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, meets enhance ratios and enhanced space, enhanced ratios reduced by 1, and certified Developmental Day. Your last annual fire inspection was conducted on March 27, 2024. The facility was approved for daytime care only. Your sanitation inspection was conducted on April 27, 2023, with 4 demerits and a superior rating. Your last monthly fire drill was conducted on April 23, 2024 at 9:21am. Your last emergency lockdown drill was conducted on May 3, 2024. Your last monthly playground inspection was conducted on May 7, 2024. Children were observed during independent center play, lunch, teacher directed activities, handwashing, toileting, transitions, lunch, and nap/rest. NC Pre-K and Developmental Day requirements were monitored and observed to be in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The most recent sanitation inspection was conducted on April 27, 2023 and not conducted within one year. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. An annual fire inspection was conducted on March 27, 2024. A copy was given to me during the routine unannounced visit conducted on May 15, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) Technical Assistance: Sanitation Inspections: As a reminder, sanitation inspections must be conducted annually within the same month the last sanitation inspections was conducted. I suggested contacting the Environmental Health Inspector at least one month prior to when the last sanitation inspection was conducted. Fire Inspection Reports: As a reminder, fire inspections must be submitted to DCDEE within one week of the completed fire inspection. Consultation: Prior to today’s visit, your compliance history was ninety-seven (97) percent as of May 14, 2024. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Lead Testing: Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Rule Amendment- This rule was amended to include the specific requirements that child care centers must be free of asbestos hazards. This is in addition to the existing requirement that they be free of lead poisoning hazards. In addition to the updates to this rule, 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816, require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking, water, identify lead-based paint hazard, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program is designed to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure, while providing child care facilities with the support needed to meet all rule requirements. The program is free, and the first step is to watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars, which are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar All licensed child care programs must register by May 1, 2024, at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina and watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars. Child Care Centers have until July 1, 2024, to complete the required lead testing. Moodle Information On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Challenging Behaviors Helpline by Healthy Social Behavior Project The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. I shared the flier with you with information on the Challenging Behaviors Helpline. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. Compliance Letter: You must correct the violations found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by May 29, 2024. Please include in that letter each item number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at dinah.brown@dhhs.nc.gov Dinah Brown Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 6373 Hickory, NC 28601 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. 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: GAMEWELL ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 14000350 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/17/2023 Number Present: 25 Completed Date: 11/17/2023 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements including health and safety requirements. You, Christy Smith and Christina Gray, Lead Teachers, assisted me with the visit today. The Secretary of State website was checked on November 15, 2023, and your business Caldwell County Schools., is not listed. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me, Tiffani Sims, at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The facility currently operates with a 5-star rated license issued on May 24, 2019, earning seven (7) points in staff education, seven (7) points in the program standards, and one quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, meets enhance ratios and enhanced space, enhanced ratios reduced by 1, and certified Developmental Day. Inspections/Emergency Drills: Fire Inspection: The last fire inspection was completed on October 31, 2023. I reminded you to send me of a copy of the most recent fire inspection report. Sanitation Inspection: The last sanitation inspection was completed on April 27, 2023. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. Emergency Drills/Playground Inspections: The lockdown drill was completed on September 1, 2023, at 9:25am and recorded. The last playground inspection was completed on November 1, 2023. The last fire drill was completed on October 24, 2023, at 1:38pm. A complete walkthrough of licensed indoor and outdoor spaces was conducted. NC Pre-K and Developmental Day: NC Pre-K and Developmental Day requirements were monitored and in compliance. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Staff and children were observed during indoor and outdoor free play. Files Reviewed: Children’s files, program files, and staff files were monitored today. Seven (7) children's files were reviewed during today’s visit. Six (6) staff files were reviewed today. I discussed the Staff and Training Worksheet and the Children’s Record form with you today. Both forms were completed and verified during the visit. The following violations were observed during the walk through today. I discussed these violations with you in detail at the end of the 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. In space #3, on October 18, 2023, one child’s departure time was not documented; on October 19, 2023, one child’s departure time was not documented; and on October 25, 2023, two children’s departure times were not documented. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. In Space #3, one staff member employed 8/15/22 did not have verification of completion of Health and Safety Trainings in all topic areas required within the first year of hire. .1102(a) The following Technical Assistance regarding the violations observed during today’s visit was provided: -Arrival/Departure Times As a reminder, daily sign-in and sign-out times must be recorded when children arrive and depart the child care facility to ensure accurate records are kept. I suggested creating a system and review with staff of the procedures of recording sign-in and sign-out times. Healthy and Safety Training: Healthy and Safety training must be completed within one year of employment and every five years thereafter in all required topic areas. Consider using a calendar for training due dates for employee training. Childcare Requirement .1102(a) Trainings cited during today’s visit, must be completed within 2 weeks. Compliance History: You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required. Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was ninety-seven (97) %. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to a recommended administrative action. Compliance Letter: You must correct the violations found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by December 1, 2023. Please include in that letter each item number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov Tiffani Sims PO Box 185 Glen Alpine, NC 28628 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation: -Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment Information I shared information concerning resuming the star rated license reassessment. Gamewell Elementary Pre-K is in cohort #2 for resuming the star rated license reassessment. Your child care program’s prep year will begin on July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Your child care program’s reassessment year will begin on July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. For more information, please visit the DCDEE website under the providers tab. You will then scroll to the Licensing tab, scroll to the Star Rated License tab, and then click on to the Resuming Star Rated License tab. The link is https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Resuming-Star-Rated-License -COVID-19 Information and Resources: I shared information and resources about COVID-19 vaccines, visit MySpot.nc.gov, call the CDC-INFO Contact Center at 800-CDC-INFO, or visit ncdhhs.gov/LHD to contact a local health department. Read the CDC’s full statement about recommending the updated COVID-19 vaccine for the fall/winter virus season. Info/Guidance for Educators & Child Care Providers Link: https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/guidance-for-educators-and-child-care-providers Current Guidance for COVID-19 Protection – link below https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/index.html -Early Childhood Equivalency Exam The North Carolina Early Childhood Equivalency Exam is a new pathway option comparable to a NC Early Childhood Credential. Applicants who achieve a score of 80% or higher on the NC Early Childhood Equivalency Exam earn the new North Carolina Early Childhood Equivalency Certificate. This certificate is equivalent to a North Carolina Early Childhood Credential and will qualify the individual to be a lead teacher in an early childhood classroom. or more information, visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New/north-carolina-early-childhood-equivalency-exam-now-available. -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. -Health and Safety Trainings We discussed staff completing the required Health/Safety trainings. I provided technical assistance on how to navigate DCDEE Moodle to find the Medication in Child Care training. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. -Criminal Background Check Legislative Changes: The 2022-2023 Appropriations Bill (HB 103) signed by Governor Cooper on July 11, 2022, made two important changes to North Carolina General Statute 110-90-2 regarding child care Criminal Background Checks. 1. The period for background check qualification renewals was revised from three years to five years. 2. The provisional qualification period was reduced to forty-five days. DCDEE Updates: What’s New Tab Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website to get the latest COVID-19 information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If I can be of assistance in the future, or if you have any questions about this visit, please feel free to contact me at Tiffani Sims; PO Box 185, Glen Alpine, NC 28628; (828) 417-1648; tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of North Carolina. 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