S RAY Lowder Elementary Pre-K

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/7/2026 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 5/7/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 12:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. You, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher, assisted me with the visit. You provided me with applicable program and staff records for review. This facility currently operates with a Five Star rated license effective May 15, 2025, meeting daytime care only, enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus one child per group. This facility has earned seven points in program standards, six points in staff education, and one quality point for having a staff benefits package and infrastructure of parent involvement. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. This facility currently uses Creative Curriculum for approved curriculum requirements. The program’s compliance history was 94 percent prior to today’s visit. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on January 9, 2026. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 4 demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 13, 2025, and this facility was approved for daytime care only. Limited monitoring was conducted. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were observed during teacher directed group activities, handwashing routines, and lunch. NC Pre-K requirements were also monitored. This facility is closed during the summer. The last day of school for children is May 21, 2026. You stated no new staff members have been employed since your most recent annual compliance visit. Applicable records for existing staff were reviewed. All staff were listed on the ABCMS Provider Portal roster for this facility. The analysis date for the most recent lead water test for S Ray Lowder Elementary was November 14, 2024. Lead water testing must be completed every three years. You may review your facilities results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. This website indicated “survey review by RTI” for required asbestos and lead-based paint testing for S Ray Lowder Elementary. I suggested that the individual responsible contact RTI to request an update on this facilities status with required asbestos and lead based paint testing and request that the information for the two programs, S Ray Lowder Elementary and S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K, be linked. The most recent monthly fire drill was conducted on April 23, 2026, at 10:29am. The most recent quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on April 27, 2026, at 10:25am. The most recent monthly playground inspection was completed on March 26, 2026, by Cindy Borges. The violation observed today was discussed with you and documented in the handwritten Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violation was observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A monthly playground inspection was not completed or on file for review for April 2026. .0605(q) The violation documented above must be corrected immediately. On or before May 21, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that 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. Mail or email the information to: Kristen Mauney, Child Care Consultant PO Box 674 Denver, NC 28037 Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. The email address listed for this facility is cindy.borges@lincoln.k12.nc.us. Failure to correct the violation and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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. 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. Technical Assistance for the violation observed was provided on the following: Monthly Playground Inspections- -Playground inspections must be completed and documented monthly. A playground inspection must be completed by May 21, 2026. The last day of school for children is May 21, 2026. Moving forward, I suggested that you conduct a playground inspection on the same day you complete the monthly fire drill to ensure both are completed each month. I also suggested adding reminder alerts on your computer or phone to complete these inspections at various times each month. Consultation was provided on the following: -I suggested that you or the individual responsible contact RTI to request an update on this facilities status with required asbestos and lead based paint testing. -Cindy Borges must renew CPR and First Aid training on or before August 31, 2026. QRIS Pathways to the Stars: -I suggested that you review the new QRIS Pathway to Stars by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. Your next rated license reassessment is due May 2028. Reminders and Resources: -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. Providers may also submit questions to a Behavior Support Advisor online and receive a call or email in response. In addition, providers may post questions in the ‘Talk to the Expert’ Group on an online network, Social Emotional Connections, for early childhood educators. There are also opportunities to join free webinars on challenging topics or classroom activities. For a flyer including active links to access these resources, please reach out to me and I will send this to you via email. I encouraged you to place a copy of the flyer in each classroom so that staff may access the information when needed. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. At the completion of the visit, the handwritten visit summary was reviewed and a copy was left with you. The computer-generated visit summary was emailed to you. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, at 828-782-0718 or Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time and assistance today. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196 or Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Kristen Mauney, Child Care Consultant PO Box 674, Denver, NC 28037 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: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements, including health and safety. You, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher, assisted me with the visit. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. The most recent annual compliance visit was conducted on January 23, 2025. This facility currently operates with a Five star rated license issued on May 15, 2025, meeting daytime care only enhanced ratios, enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus one child per group. This facility has earned seven points in program standards, six points in staff education, and one quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. The program’s compliance history was 96 percent as of December 3, 2025. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. A walkthrough of licensed indoor and outdoor space was completed today. I observed children in both the indoor and outdoor learning environments and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were participating in gross motor activities outdoors, handwashing routines, lunch, teacher directed group activities, story time, and nap. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. NC Pre-K requirements were also monitored. Files for one new staff, one existing staff, and applicable records for all staff were reviewed. All staff were listed on the ABCMS Provider Portal roster for this facility. Two children’s records were reviewed. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on September 18, 2025. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 2 demerits noted on the grade card. The analysis date for the most recent lead water test was November 14, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. You may review your results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The website indicates “Survey Review by RTI” for required asbestos and lead paint testing for this facility. I suggested you or the individual responsible contact RTI to request an update on this facilities status with required asbestos and lead based paint testing. These tests must be completed by December 31, 2025. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 13, 2025. The most recent monthly fire drill was conducted on November 7, 2025, at 1:20pm. The most recent quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on November 17, 2025, at 1:22pm. The most recent monthly playground inspection was completed on November 7, 2025, by Cindy Borges. Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, four electrical outlets not in use in a power strip were uncovered and accessible to children below the teacher's desk. One electrical outlet not in use was uncovered and accessible to children at the end of the light strand on the artificial Christmas tree. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space #1, one spray bottle of Clorox Clean-up disinfectant cleaner with bleach was observed on top of a cabinet above the sink. .2820(b) The violations observed were corrected during the visit. 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. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Electrical Outlets- -The Lead Teacher covered all five electrical outlets with safety plugs during the visit. I suggested that you discuss electric Christmas strand lights with your local fire inspector as these types of lights could potentially be a fire hazard. I suggested using battery operated strand lights versus electric stand lights for decoration purposes. All electrical outlets not in use must be covered with safety plugs. I suggested that you monitor all areas accessible to children throughout the day to ensure all electrical outlets are covered. Request that custodial staff return safety plugs to the electrical outlet after each use. I suggested that you write “NC Pre-K” on the safety plug as a reminder that the electrical outlet must remain covered at all times when not in use. Storage of Hazardous Materials- -The Lead Teacher moved the spray bottle of Clorox Clean-up to locked storage during the visit. 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 must be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. I suggested that you monitor all areas used by preschool children each day to ensure all hazardous products are stored appropriately. Return bleach and cleaners to locked storage immediately after use. Consultation: We discussed the following during the visit: -I suggested that you or the individual responsible contact RTI to request an update on this facilities enrollment with required asbestos and lead based paint testing. These tests must be completed by December 31, 2025. -K. Spivey’s Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certification expires January 31, 2026. -The health and safety training regarding safe sleep practices (available on Moodle) is a required training for all staff members, even for facilities who do not care for infants. -We discussed activity plan requirements. 10A NCAC 09 .0508(g) The activity plan shall: (1) identify activities that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, part of the group, or independent of the group; (2) reflect that the children have four different activities daily, at least one of which is outdoors, if weather conditions permit, as listed in G.S. 110-91(12) as follows: (A) art and other creative play; (B) children's books; (C) blocks and block building; (D) manipulatives; and (E) family living and dramatic play; and (3) include a daily gross motor activity that may occur indoors or outdoors. 10A NCAC 09 .2806 CAREGIVING ACTIVITIES FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN (a) Each center shall comply with the requirements in Rule .0508 of this Chapter for written activity schedules and plans and in Rule .0509 of this Chapter for general activity requirements. (b) Each center providing care to preschool-age children shall comply with the requirements for activity areas for preschool-age children in Rule .0510 of this Chapter, except that all five of the activity areas listed in G.S. 110-91(12) shall be available each day and the activities listed in Rule .0510(c) of this Chapter shall be offered for each group of children at least once per week. -We discussed the environment during nap time. I discussed with you that nap time should not be too dark and that lighting should be provided to allow for adequate supervision and offer assistance to a child if needed. Also, music or sound machines played during nap time should not be so loud that you are unable to hear children when assistance is needed. During today’s visit, plenty of light was available in the classroom where children napped and the music was not too loud. QRIS Pathways to the Stars: -I suggested that you begin reviewing the new QRIS Pathway to Stars by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. Your next rated license reassessment is due May 2028. Reminders and Resources: -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. Providers may also submit questions to a Behavior Support Advisor online and receive a call or email in response. In addition, providers may post questions in the ‘Talk to the Expert’ Group on an online network, Social Emotional Connections, for early childhood educators. There are also opportunities to join free webinars on challenging topics or classroom activities. For a flyer including active links to access these resources, please reach out to me and I will send this to you via email. I encouraged you to place a copy of the flyer in each classroom so that staff may access the information when needed. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Thank you for your time and assistance today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, at Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196 or Kristen.Mauney@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 .0508 · Violation

Name of Operation: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements, including health and safety. You, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher, assisted me with the visit. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. The most recent annual compliance visit was conducted on January 23, 2025. This facility currently operates with a Five star rated license issued on May 15, 2025, meeting daytime care only enhanced ratios, enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus one child per group. This facility has earned seven points in program standards, six points in staff education, and one quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. The program’s compliance history was 96 percent as of December 3, 2025. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. A walkthrough of licensed indoor and outdoor space was completed today. I observed children in both the indoor and outdoor learning environments and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were participating in gross motor activities outdoors, handwashing routines, lunch, teacher directed group activities, story time, and nap. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. NC Pre-K requirements were also monitored. Files for one new staff, one existing staff, and applicable records for all staff were reviewed. All staff were listed on the ABCMS Provider Portal roster for this facility. Two children’s records were reviewed. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on September 18, 2025. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 2 demerits noted on the grade card. The analysis date for the most recent lead water test was November 14, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. You may review your results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The website indicates “Survey Review by RTI” for required asbestos and lead paint testing for this facility. I suggested you or the individual responsible contact RTI to request an update on this facilities status with required asbestos and lead based paint testing. These tests must be completed by December 31, 2025. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 13, 2025. The most recent monthly fire drill was conducted on November 7, 2025, at 1:20pm. The most recent quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on November 17, 2025, at 1:22pm. The most recent monthly playground inspection was completed on November 7, 2025, by Cindy Borges. Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, four electrical outlets not in use in a power strip were uncovered and accessible to children below the teacher's desk. One electrical outlet not in use was uncovered and accessible to children at the end of the light strand on the artificial Christmas tree. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space #1, one spray bottle of Clorox Clean-up disinfectant cleaner with bleach was observed on top of a cabinet above the sink. .2820(b) The violations observed were corrected during the visit. 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. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Electrical Outlets- -The Lead Teacher covered all five electrical outlets with safety plugs during the visit. I suggested that you discuss electric Christmas strand lights with your local fire inspector as these types of lights could potentially be a fire hazard. I suggested using battery operated strand lights versus electric stand lights for decoration purposes. All electrical outlets not in use must be covered with safety plugs. I suggested that you monitor all areas accessible to children throughout the day to ensure all electrical outlets are covered. Request that custodial staff return safety plugs to the electrical outlet after each use. I suggested that you write “NC Pre-K” on the safety plug as a reminder that the electrical outlet must remain covered at all times when not in use. Storage of Hazardous Materials- -The Lead Teacher moved the spray bottle of Clorox Clean-up to locked storage during the visit. 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 must be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. I suggested that you monitor all areas used by preschool children each day to ensure all hazardous products are stored appropriately. Return bleach and cleaners to locked storage immediately after use. Consultation: We discussed the following during the visit: -I suggested that you or the individual responsible contact RTI to request an update on this facilities enrollment with required asbestos and lead based paint testing. These tests must be completed by December 31, 2025. -K. Spivey’s Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certification expires January 31, 2026. -The health and safety training regarding safe sleep practices (available on Moodle) is a required training for all staff members, even for facilities who do not care for infants. -We discussed activity plan requirements. 10A NCAC 09 .0508(g) The activity plan shall: (1) identify activities that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, part of the group, or independent of the group; (2) reflect that the children have four different activities daily, at least one of which is outdoors, if weather conditions permit, as listed in G.S. 110-91(12) as follows: (A) art and other creative play; (B) children's books; (C) blocks and block building; (D) manipulatives; and (E) family living and dramatic play; and (3) include a daily gross motor activity that may occur indoors or outdoors. 10A NCAC 09 .2806 CAREGIVING ACTIVITIES FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN (a) Each center shall comply with the requirements in Rule .0508 of this Chapter for written activity schedules and plans and in Rule .0509 of this Chapter for general activity requirements. (b) Each center providing care to preschool-age children shall comply with the requirements for activity areas for preschool-age children in Rule .0510 of this Chapter, except that all five of the activity areas listed in G.S. 110-91(12) shall be available each day and the activities listed in Rule .0510(c) of this Chapter shall be offered for each group of children at least once per week. -We discussed the environment during nap time. I discussed with you that nap time should not be too dark and that lighting should be provided to allow for adequate supervision and offer assistance to a child if needed. Also, music or sound machines played during nap time should not be so loud that you are unable to hear children when assistance is needed. During today’s visit, plenty of light was available in the classroom where children napped and the music was not too loud. QRIS Pathways to the Stars: -I suggested that you begin reviewing the new QRIS Pathway to Stars by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. Your next rated license reassessment is due May 2028. Reminders and Resources: -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. Providers may also submit questions to a Behavior Support Advisor online and receive a call or email in response. In addition, providers may post questions in the ‘Talk to the Expert’ Group on an online network, Social Emotional Connections, for early childhood educators. There are also opportunities to join free webinars on challenging topics or classroom activities. For a flyer including active links to access these resources, please reach out to me and I will send this to you via email. I encouraged you to place a copy of the flyer in each classroom so that staff may access the information when needed. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Thank you for your time and assistance today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, at Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196 or Kristen.Mauney@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 .2806 · Violation

Name of Operation: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements, including health and safety. You, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher, assisted me with the visit. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. The most recent annual compliance visit was conducted on January 23, 2025. This facility currently operates with a Five star rated license issued on May 15, 2025, meeting daytime care only enhanced ratios, enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus one child per group. This facility has earned seven points in program standards, six points in staff education, and one quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. The program’s compliance history was 96 percent as of December 3, 2025. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. A walkthrough of licensed indoor and outdoor space was completed today. I observed children in both the indoor and outdoor learning environments and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were participating in gross motor activities outdoors, handwashing routines, lunch, teacher directed group activities, story time, and nap. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. NC Pre-K requirements were also monitored. Files for one new staff, one existing staff, and applicable records for all staff were reviewed. All staff were listed on the ABCMS Provider Portal roster for this facility. Two children’s records were reviewed. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on September 18, 2025. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 2 demerits noted on the grade card. The analysis date for the most recent lead water test was November 14, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. You may review your results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The website indicates “Survey Review by RTI” for required asbestos and lead paint testing for this facility. I suggested you or the individual responsible contact RTI to request an update on this facilities status with required asbestos and lead based paint testing. These tests must be completed by December 31, 2025. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 13, 2025. The most recent monthly fire drill was conducted on November 7, 2025, at 1:20pm. The most recent quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on November 17, 2025, at 1:22pm. The most recent monthly playground inspection was completed on November 7, 2025, by Cindy Borges. Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, four electrical outlets not in use in a power strip were uncovered and accessible to children below the teacher's desk. One electrical outlet not in use was uncovered and accessible to children at the end of the light strand on the artificial Christmas tree. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space #1, one spray bottle of Clorox Clean-up disinfectant cleaner with bleach was observed on top of a cabinet above the sink. .2820(b) The violations observed were corrected during the visit. 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. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Electrical Outlets- -The Lead Teacher covered all five electrical outlets with safety plugs during the visit. I suggested that you discuss electric Christmas strand lights with your local fire inspector as these types of lights could potentially be a fire hazard. I suggested using battery operated strand lights versus electric stand lights for decoration purposes. All electrical outlets not in use must be covered with safety plugs. I suggested that you monitor all areas accessible to children throughout the day to ensure all electrical outlets are covered. Request that custodial staff return safety plugs to the electrical outlet after each use. I suggested that you write “NC Pre-K” on the safety plug as a reminder that the electrical outlet must remain covered at all times when not in use. Storage of Hazardous Materials- -The Lead Teacher moved the spray bottle of Clorox Clean-up to locked storage during the visit. 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 must be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. I suggested that you monitor all areas used by preschool children each day to ensure all hazardous products are stored appropriately. Return bleach and cleaners to locked storage immediately after use. Consultation: We discussed the following during the visit: -I suggested that you or the individual responsible contact RTI to request an update on this facilities enrollment with required asbestos and lead based paint testing. These tests must be completed by December 31, 2025. -K. Spivey’s Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certification expires January 31, 2026. -The health and safety training regarding safe sleep practices (available on Moodle) is a required training for all staff members, even for facilities who do not care for infants. -We discussed activity plan requirements. 10A NCAC 09 .0508(g) The activity plan shall: (1) identify activities that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, part of the group, or independent of the group; (2) reflect that the children have four different activities daily, at least one of which is outdoors, if weather conditions permit, as listed in G.S. 110-91(12) as follows: (A) art and other creative play; (B) children's books; (C) blocks and block building; (D) manipulatives; and (E) family living and dramatic play; and (3) include a daily gross motor activity that may occur indoors or outdoors. 10A NCAC 09 .2806 CAREGIVING ACTIVITIES FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN (a) Each center shall comply with the requirements in Rule .0508 of this Chapter for written activity schedules and plans and in Rule .0509 of this Chapter for general activity requirements. (b) Each center providing care to preschool-age children shall comply with the requirements for activity areas for preschool-age children in Rule .0510 of this Chapter, except that all five of the activity areas listed in G.S. 110-91(12) shall be available each day and the activities listed in Rule .0510(c) of this Chapter shall be offered for each group of children at least once per week. -We discussed the environment during nap time. I discussed with you that nap time should not be too dark and that lighting should be provided to allow for adequate supervision and offer assistance to a child if needed. Also, music or sound machines played during nap time should not be so loud that you are unable to hear children when assistance is needed. During today’s visit, plenty of light was available in the classroom where children napped and the music was not too loud. QRIS Pathways to the Stars: -I suggested that you begin reviewing the new QRIS Pathway to Stars by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. Your next rated license reassessment is due May 2028. Reminders and Resources: -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. Providers may also submit questions to a Behavior Support Advisor online and receive a call or email in response. In addition, providers may post questions in the ‘Talk to the Expert’ Group on an online network, Social Emotional Connections, for early childhood educators. There are also opportunities to join free webinars on challenging topics or classroom activities. For a flyer including active links to access these resources, please reach out to me and I will send this to you via email. I encouraged you to place a copy of the flyer in each classroom so that staff may access the information when needed. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Thank you for your time and assistance today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, at Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196 or Kristen.Mauney@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. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements, including health and safety. You, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher, assisted me with the visit. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. The most recent annual compliance visit was conducted on January 23, 2025. This facility currently operates with a Five star rated license issued on May 15, 2025, meeting daytime care only enhanced ratios, enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus one child per group. This facility has earned seven points in program standards, six points in staff education, and one quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. The program’s compliance history was 96 percent as of December 3, 2025. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. A walkthrough of licensed indoor and outdoor space was completed today. I observed children in both the indoor and outdoor learning environments and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were participating in gross motor activities outdoors, handwashing routines, lunch, teacher directed group activities, story time, and nap. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. NC Pre-K requirements were also monitored. Files for one new staff, one existing staff, and applicable records for all staff were reviewed. All staff were listed on the ABCMS Provider Portal roster for this facility. Two children’s records were reviewed. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on September 18, 2025. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 2 demerits noted on the grade card. The analysis date for the most recent lead water test was November 14, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. You may review your results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The website indicates “Survey Review by RTI” for required asbestos and lead paint testing for this facility. I suggested you or the individual responsible contact RTI to request an update on this facilities status with required asbestos and lead based paint testing. These tests must be completed by December 31, 2025. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 13, 2025. The most recent monthly fire drill was conducted on November 7, 2025, at 1:20pm. The most recent quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on November 17, 2025, at 1:22pm. The most recent monthly playground inspection was completed on November 7, 2025, by Cindy Borges. Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, four electrical outlets not in use in a power strip were uncovered and accessible to children below the teacher's desk. One electrical outlet not in use was uncovered and accessible to children at the end of the light strand on the artificial Christmas tree. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space #1, one spray bottle of Clorox Clean-up disinfectant cleaner with bleach was observed on top of a cabinet above the sink. .2820(b) The violations observed were corrected during the visit. 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. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Electrical Outlets- -The Lead Teacher covered all five electrical outlets with safety plugs during the visit. I suggested that you discuss electric Christmas strand lights with your local fire inspector as these types of lights could potentially be a fire hazard. I suggested using battery operated strand lights versus electric stand lights for decoration purposes. All electrical outlets not in use must be covered with safety plugs. I suggested that you monitor all areas accessible to children throughout the day to ensure all electrical outlets are covered. Request that custodial staff return safety plugs to the electrical outlet after each use. I suggested that you write “NC Pre-K” on the safety plug as a reminder that the electrical outlet must remain covered at all times when not in use. Storage of Hazardous Materials- -The Lead Teacher moved the spray bottle of Clorox Clean-up to locked storage during the visit. 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 must be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. I suggested that you monitor all areas used by preschool children each day to ensure all hazardous products are stored appropriately. Return bleach and cleaners to locked storage immediately after use. Consultation: We discussed the following during the visit: -I suggested that you or the individual responsible contact RTI to request an update on this facilities enrollment with required asbestos and lead based paint testing. These tests must be completed by December 31, 2025. -K. Spivey’s Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certification expires January 31, 2026. -The health and safety training regarding safe sleep practices (available on Moodle) is a required training for all staff members, even for facilities who do not care for infants. -We discussed activity plan requirements. 10A NCAC 09 .0508(g) The activity plan shall: (1) identify activities that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, part of the group, or independent of the group; (2) reflect that the children have four different activities daily, at least one of which is outdoors, if weather conditions permit, as listed in G.S. 110-91(12) as follows: (A) art and other creative play; (B) children's books; (C) blocks and block building; (D) manipulatives; and (E) family living and dramatic play; and (3) include a daily gross motor activity that may occur indoors or outdoors. 10A NCAC 09 .2806 CAREGIVING ACTIVITIES FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN (a) Each center shall comply with the requirements in Rule .0508 of this Chapter for written activity schedules and plans and in Rule .0509 of this Chapter for general activity requirements. (b) Each center providing care to preschool-age children shall comply with the requirements for activity areas for preschool-age children in Rule .0510 of this Chapter, except that all five of the activity areas listed in G.S. 110-91(12) shall be available each day and the activities listed in Rule .0510(c) of this Chapter shall be offered for each group of children at least once per week. -We discussed the environment during nap time. I discussed with you that nap time should not be too dark and that lighting should be provided to allow for adequate supervision and offer assistance to a child if needed. Also, music or sound machines played during nap time should not be so loud that you are unable to hear children when assistance is needed. During today’s visit, plenty of light was available in the classroom where children napped and the music was not too loud. QRIS Pathways to the Stars: -I suggested that you begin reviewing the new QRIS Pathway to Stars by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. Your next rated license reassessment is due May 2028. Reminders and Resources: -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. Providers may also submit questions to a Behavior Support Advisor online and receive a call or email in response. In addition, providers may post questions in the ‘Talk to the Expert’ Group on an online network, Social Emotional Connections, for early childhood educators. There are also opportunities to join free webinars on challenging topics or classroom activities. For a flyer including active links to access these resources, please reach out to me and I will send this to you via email. I encouraged you to place a copy of the flyer in each classroom so that staff may access the information when needed. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Thank you for your time and assistance today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, at Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196 or Kristen.Mauney@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: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements, including health and safety. You, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher, assisted me with the visit. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. The most recent annual compliance visit was conducted on January 23, 2025. This facility currently operates with a Five star rated license issued on May 15, 2025, meeting daytime care only enhanced ratios, enhanced space, and enhanced ratios minus one child per group. This facility has earned seven points in program standards, six points in staff education, and one quality point for having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. The program’s compliance history was 96 percent as of December 3, 2025. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. A walkthrough of licensed indoor and outdoor space was completed today. I observed children in both the indoor and outdoor learning environments and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were participating in gross motor activities outdoors, handwashing routines, lunch, teacher directed group activities, story time, and nap. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. NC Pre-K requirements were also monitored. Files for one new staff, one existing staff, and applicable records for all staff were reviewed. All staff were listed on the ABCMS Provider Portal roster for this facility. Two children’s records were reviewed. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on September 18, 2025. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 2 demerits noted on the grade card. The analysis date for the most recent lead water test was November 14, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. You may review your results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The website indicates “Survey Review by RTI” for required asbestos and lead paint testing for this facility. I suggested you or the individual responsible contact RTI to request an update on this facilities status with required asbestos and lead based paint testing. These tests must be completed by December 31, 2025. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 13, 2025. The most recent monthly fire drill was conducted on November 7, 2025, at 1:20pm. The most recent quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on November 17, 2025, at 1:22pm. The most recent monthly playground inspection was completed on November 7, 2025, by Cindy Borges. Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, four electrical outlets not in use in a power strip were uncovered and accessible to children below the teacher's desk. One electrical outlet not in use was uncovered and accessible to children at the end of the light strand on the artificial Christmas tree. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space #1, one spray bottle of Clorox Clean-up disinfectant cleaner with bleach was observed on top of a cabinet above the sink. .2820(b) The violations observed were corrected during the visit. 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. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Electrical Outlets- -The Lead Teacher covered all five electrical outlets with safety plugs during the visit. I suggested that you discuss electric Christmas strand lights with your local fire inspector as these types of lights could potentially be a fire hazard. I suggested using battery operated strand lights versus electric stand lights for decoration purposes. All electrical outlets not in use must be covered with safety plugs. I suggested that you monitor all areas accessible to children throughout the day to ensure all electrical outlets are covered. Request that custodial staff return safety plugs to the electrical outlet after each use. I suggested that you write “NC Pre-K” on the safety plug as a reminder that the electrical outlet must remain covered at all times when not in use. Storage of Hazardous Materials- -The Lead Teacher moved the spray bottle of Clorox Clean-up to locked storage during the visit. 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 must be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. I suggested that you monitor all areas used by preschool children each day to ensure all hazardous products are stored appropriately. Return bleach and cleaners to locked storage immediately after use. Consultation: We discussed the following during the visit: -I suggested that you or the individual responsible contact RTI to request an update on this facilities enrollment with required asbestos and lead based paint testing. These tests must be completed by December 31, 2025. -K. Spivey’s Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certification expires January 31, 2026. -The health and safety training regarding safe sleep practices (available on Moodle) is a required training for all staff members, even for facilities who do not care for infants. -We discussed activity plan requirements. 10A NCAC 09 .0508(g) The activity plan shall: (1) identify activities that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, part of the group, or independent of the group; (2) reflect that the children have four different activities daily, at least one of which is outdoors, if weather conditions permit, as listed in G.S. 110-91(12) as follows: (A) art and other creative play; (B) children's books; (C) blocks and block building; (D) manipulatives; and (E) family living and dramatic play; and (3) include a daily gross motor activity that may occur indoors or outdoors. 10A NCAC 09 .2806 CAREGIVING ACTIVITIES FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN (a) Each center shall comply with the requirements in Rule .0508 of this Chapter for written activity schedules and plans and in Rule .0509 of this Chapter for general activity requirements. (b) Each center providing care to preschool-age children shall comply with the requirements for activity areas for preschool-age children in Rule .0510 of this Chapter, except that all five of the activity areas listed in G.S. 110-91(12) shall be available each day and the activities listed in Rule .0510(c) of this Chapter shall be offered for each group of children at least once per week. -We discussed the environment during nap time. I discussed with you that nap time should not be too dark and that lighting should be provided to allow for adequate supervision and offer assistance to a child if needed. Also, music or sound machines played during nap time should not be so loud that you are unable to hear children when assistance is needed. During today’s visit, plenty of light was available in the classroom where children napped and the music was not too loud. QRIS Pathways to the Stars: -I suggested that you begin reviewing the new QRIS Pathway to Stars by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. Your next rated license reassessment is due May 2028. Reminders and Resources: -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. Providers may also submit questions to a Behavior Support Advisor online and receive a call or email in response. In addition, providers may post questions in the ‘Talk to the Expert’ Group on an online network, Social Emotional Connections, for early childhood educators. There are also opportunities to join free webinars on challenging topics or classroom activities. For a flyer including active links to access these resources, please reach out to me and I will send this to you via email. I encouraged you to place a copy of the flyer in each classroom so that staff may access the information when needed. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Thank you for your time and assistance today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, at Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196 or Kristen.Mauney@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: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/13/2025 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 5/13/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 83 Time In: 09:57 AM Time Out: 11:20 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. The visit was conducted with you, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher. You provided me with applicable program records for review. This program currently operates with a Five star rated license effective December 15, 2017. As of May 1, 2025, the principal’s education has been successfully evaluated in WORKS. The star rated license assessment packet has been submitted to my supervisor. The program’s compliance history was 95 percent prior to today’s visit. 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. Limited monitoring was conducted. Staff and children were observed during free play activities indoors and gross motor activities indoors. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on March 3, 2025. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 2 demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent lead water test was completed on November 14, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. You may review your results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. This website also indicated “enrollment started” for asbestos and lead paint testing. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 17, 2024. You stated no new staff have been employed since your most recent annual compliance visit conducted on January 23, 2025. The following violations of child care requirements were observed during today’s visit. The violations and technical assistance were thoroughly reviewed with you and documented in the Visit Summary given to you at the conclusion of the 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. Five children were not signed out on May 2, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The most recent monthly playground inspection was completed on March 28, 2025. A playground inspection for April 2025 was not on file available for review. .0605(q) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was 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. I must receive your compliance statement by May 27, 2025. Please send your compliance letter to kristen.mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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 you state in your violation correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Technical Assistance regarding the violations observed: Arrival and Departure Records- All children must be signed in and out each day including the time of the child’s arrival and 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. Playground Inspections- This is a repeated violation. I reviewed playground inspection requirements with you during the visit. A playground inspection must be completed each month. I suggested that you complete the playground inspection on the same day as the fire drill to assist with maintaining compliance with this requirement. I also suggested adding reminder alerts on your computer or phone to complete these inspections each month. Consultation (the following items reviewed were in compliance today): -You stated a previous substitute listed on the Staff and Training Worksheet whose Criminal Background Check qualification letter expired on February 13, 2025, no longer works as a substitute and no longer works at S. Ray Lowder Elementary School. -We discussed shelter-in-place or lockdown drills must be practiced every three months and must be recorded on the Emergency Drill Log, even for DPI programs. Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills are to be conducted within three months of the previous drill rather than once every quarter. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting 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 child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time and assistance during today’s visit. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, at Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196 or Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Kristen Mauney, Child Care Consultant PO Box 674, Denver, NC 28037 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: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/13/2025 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 5/13/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 83 Time In: 09:57 AM Time Out: 11:20 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. The visit was conducted with you, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher. You provided me with applicable program records for review. This program currently operates with a Five star rated license effective December 15, 2017. As of May 1, 2025, the principal’s education has been successfully evaluated in WORKS. The star rated license assessment packet has been submitted to my supervisor. The program’s compliance history was 95 percent prior to today’s visit. 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. Limited monitoring was conducted. Staff and children were observed during free play activities indoors and gross motor activities indoors. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on March 3, 2025. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 2 demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent lead water test was completed on November 14, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. You may review your results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. This website also indicated “enrollment started” for asbestos and lead paint testing. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 17, 2024. You stated no new staff have been employed since your most recent annual compliance visit conducted on January 23, 2025. The following violations of child care requirements were observed during today’s visit. The violations and technical assistance were thoroughly reviewed with you and documented in the Visit Summary given to you at the conclusion of the 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. Five children were not signed out on May 2, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The most recent monthly playground inspection was completed on March 28, 2025. A playground inspection for April 2025 was not on file available for review. .0605(q) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was 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. I must receive your compliance statement by May 27, 2025. Please send your compliance letter to kristen.mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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 you state in your violation correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Technical Assistance regarding the violations observed: Arrival and Departure Records- All children must be signed in and out each day including the time of the child’s arrival and 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. Playground Inspections- This is a repeated violation. I reviewed playground inspection requirements with you during the visit. A playground inspection must be completed each month. I suggested that you complete the playground inspection on the same day as the fire drill to assist with maintaining compliance with this requirement. I also suggested adding reminder alerts on your computer or phone to complete these inspections each month. Consultation (the following items reviewed were in compliance today): -You stated a previous substitute listed on the Staff and Training Worksheet whose Criminal Background Check qualification letter expired on February 13, 2025, no longer works as a substitute and no longer works at S. Ray Lowder Elementary School. -We discussed shelter-in-place or lockdown drills must be practiced every three months and must be recorded on the Emergency Drill Log, even for DPI programs. Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills are to be conducted within three months of the previous drill rather than once every quarter. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting 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 child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time and assistance during today’s visit. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, at Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196 or Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Kristen Mauney, Child Care Consultant PO Box 674, Denver, NC 28037 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-102 · Violation

Name of Operation: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/23/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 1/23/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 212 Time In: 09:58 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements, including health and safety, and to begin your rated license reassessment. The visit was conducted with you, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. This program currently operates with a Five star rated license effective December 15, 2017. The program’s compliance history was 93 percent prior to today’s visit. 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. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. Staff and children were observed during free play, teacher directed group activities, handwashing routines, lunch, and nap. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on September 6, 2024. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 0 demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent lead water testing results were completed on November 14, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. You may review your results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The website indicates “enrollment started”, for asbestos and lead paint testing. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 17, 2024. Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child enrolled on 9/17/2024 did not have acknowledgement of the North Carolina Summary of the Law signed by the child's parent on file for review. The acknowledgement form that was in Spanish did not include the statement for acknowledgement of the NC Summary of the Law. GS 110-102 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A monthly playground inspection was not completed for December 2024. .0605(q) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. The signed acknowledgement for the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not on file for review for two substitutes employed on 10/10/2024 and 11/1/2024. .0608(d)(1-4) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was 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. I must receive your compliance statement by February 6, 2025. Please send your letter to Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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 you state in your violation correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Children’s Records- I suggested that you use the Children’s File Checklist on the DCDEE website to ensure all required information is obtained and on file for each child. To ensure the acknowledgement document in Spanish includes all required information, I suggested using Google lens to translate the information from Spanish to English. Playground Inspection- Playground inspections must be completed monthly on the inspection form available on the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. A playground inspection was completed the following month on January 14, 2025. I suggested that playground inspections be completed on the same day as monthly fire drills to ensure compliance with this requirement. I suggested that you complete another playground inspection at the end of January 2025 due to recent snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. Staff Records- I suggested that you use the Staff File Checklist on the DCDEE website to ensure all required information is obtained and on file for each substitute. You may also use the Staff and Training Worksheet as a checklist to ensure all required documentation is obtained and on file. I suggested that you create a substitute packet to have available in your classroom for substitutes to complete at the beginning of the school year or on the first day they sub in your classroom. *As a result of tropical storm Helene and a declared natural disaster in Western North Carolina, technical assistance was provided to assist the child care provider in achieving compliance with the following: Staff Emergency Information and Annual Health Questionnaire- The Annual Health Questionnaire and Emergency Information for two substitutes were not on file available for review. I requested that you have these two substitutes complete this information by February 6, 2025. Please notify me when these documents are completed and on file. Rated License Reassessment: The Environment Rating Scale for an ECERS-R assessment was ordered on March 28, 2024, per your request. The Rated License Assessment Request Review Form was completed and signed on March 25, 2024. The Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License was completed and signed during today’s visit. The ECERS-R assessment was completed on May 9, 2024, and you received a score of 5.64. The overall average score was 5.64. On May 22, 2024, I reviewed each ECERS-R item on the Environment Rating Scale Facility Summary Report with you and made suggestions to improve your score for the next Environment Rating Scale assessment. All indicators with a score below 5 points listed on the Environment Rating Scale Assessment report were reviewed in an effort to enhance quality. I asked if you had any objections to the score and/or items that scored low. You stated that you did not want to submit a grievance and accepted your score. Based on today's review- Program Standards: 7 points; average ERS score of 5.64; meets enhanced ratios minus one child per group and enhanced space Staff Education: 6 points; Administrator at 7 points, Lead Teacher at 7 points, Teacher at 6 points Quality Point: 1 point for staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. You have decided to accept the Environment Rating Scale score received and move forward with your rated license reassessment. Consultation: We discussed the following during the visit: -The Weather Watch Chart -Per Senate Bill 425, facilities are currently held harmless from star rated license assessments. -Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Reminders and Resources: -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 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 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 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, at Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196 or Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Kristen Mauney, Child Care Consultant PO Box 674 Denver, NC 28037 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: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/23/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 1/23/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 212 Time In: 09:58 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements, including health and safety, and to begin your rated license reassessment. The visit was conducted with you, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. This program currently operates with a Five star rated license effective December 15, 2017. The program’s compliance history was 93 percent prior to today’s visit. 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. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. Staff and children were observed during free play, teacher directed group activities, handwashing routines, lunch, and nap. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on September 6, 2024. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 0 demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent lead water testing results were completed on November 14, 2024. Lead testing must be completed every three years. You may review your results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The website indicates “enrollment started”, for asbestos and lead paint testing. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 17, 2024. Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child enrolled on 9/17/2024 did not have acknowledgement of the North Carolina Summary of the Law signed by the child's parent on file for review. The acknowledgement form that was in Spanish did not include the statement for acknowledgement of the NC Summary of the Law. GS 110-102 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A monthly playground inspection was not completed for December 2024. .0605(q) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. The signed acknowledgement for the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not on file for review for two substitutes employed on 10/10/2024 and 11/1/2024. .0608(d)(1-4) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was 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. I must receive your compliance statement by February 6, 2025. Please send your letter to Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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 you state in your violation correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Children’s Records- I suggested that you use the Children’s File Checklist on the DCDEE website to ensure all required information is obtained and on file for each child. To ensure the acknowledgement document in Spanish includes all required information, I suggested using Google lens to translate the information from Spanish to English. Playground Inspection- Playground inspections must be completed monthly on the inspection form available on the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. A playground inspection was completed the following month on January 14, 2025. I suggested that playground inspections be completed on the same day as monthly fire drills to ensure compliance with this requirement. I suggested that you complete another playground inspection at the end of January 2025 due to recent snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. Staff Records- I suggested that you use the Staff File Checklist on the DCDEE website to ensure all required information is obtained and on file for each substitute. You may also use the Staff and Training Worksheet as a checklist to ensure all required documentation is obtained and on file. I suggested that you create a substitute packet to have available in your classroom for substitutes to complete at the beginning of the school year or on the first day they sub in your classroom. *As a result of tropical storm Helene and a declared natural disaster in Western North Carolina, technical assistance was provided to assist the child care provider in achieving compliance with the following: Staff Emergency Information and Annual Health Questionnaire- The Annual Health Questionnaire and Emergency Information for two substitutes were not on file available for review. I requested that you have these two substitutes complete this information by February 6, 2025. Please notify me when these documents are completed and on file. Rated License Reassessment: The Environment Rating Scale for an ECERS-R assessment was ordered on March 28, 2024, per your request. The Rated License Assessment Request Review Form was completed and signed on March 25, 2024. The Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License was completed and signed during today’s visit. The ECERS-R assessment was completed on May 9, 2024, and you received a score of 5.64. The overall average score was 5.64. On May 22, 2024, I reviewed each ECERS-R item on the Environment Rating Scale Facility Summary Report with you and made suggestions to improve your score for the next Environment Rating Scale assessment. All indicators with a score below 5 points listed on the Environment Rating Scale Assessment report were reviewed in an effort to enhance quality. I asked if you had any objections to the score and/or items that scored low. You stated that you did not want to submit a grievance and accepted your score. Based on today's review- Program Standards: 7 points; average ERS score of 5.64; meets enhanced ratios minus one child per group and enhanced space Staff Education: 6 points; Administrator at 7 points, Lead Teacher at 7 points, Teacher at 6 points Quality Point: 1 point for staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. You have decided to accept the Environment Rating Scale score received and move forward with your rated license reassessment. Consultation: We discussed the following during the visit: -The Weather Watch Chart -Per Senate Bill 425, facilities are currently held harmless from star rated license assessments. -Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Reminders and Resources: -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 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 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 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, at Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196 or Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Kristen Mauney, Child Care Consultant PO Box 674 Denver, NC 28037 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-102 · Violation

Name of Operation: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/9/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 4/9/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 162 Time In: 09:18 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including health and safety. The purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. This program currently operates with a Five star rated license effective December 15, 2017. The program’s compliance history was 92 percent prior to today’s visit. 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. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. Children and staff were observed during free play activities indoors, screen time, teacher directed group activities, handwashing routines, and lunch. NC Pre-K requirements were monitored during today’s visit. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on March 18, 2024. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 0 demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent approved fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 9, 2023. The most recent lead water testing results were completed on June 29, 2021. Lead testing must be completed every three years. Please request that the principal or an appropriate representative complete this process by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Two children enrolled on August 22, 2023, did not have a signed acknowledgement signed by their parent for the Summary of the Law until November 9, 2023. The acknowledgement form given to parents at the beginning of the school year did not include a statement of receipt for the NC Summary of the Law and the information contained in the NC Summary of the Law was not included in the parent handbook packet of information. GS 110-102 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A monthly fire drill was not conducted during the month of December 2023. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. The most recent emergency information on file for review for K. Saine was completed on 10/4/2022. .0701(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. The medical report for one child enrolled on August 22, 2023, was completed on October 3, 2023. GS110-91(1) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. The discipline policy acknowledgement for one child enrolled on August 22, 2023, was signed on August 31, 2023. .1804(c) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was 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. I must receive your compliance statement by April 23, 2024. Please send your letter to Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violation and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Fire Drills- Fire drills must be conducted at least once every month. I suggested that if a fire drill is not conducted by the school by the last day of the month, to consult with school administration and then conduct your own fire drill for preschool children. Document this type of drill on the Emergency Drill Log. Staff Records- K. Saine must update the Emergency Information on file for review within two weeks. I suggested that you utilize the Staff File Checklist available on the DCDEE website under Provider Documents and Forms to ensure all required documentation is on file within the required timeframe. I suggested that you create your own checklist for annual documentation to be completed at the beginning of every school year. Children’s Records- -I suggested that you use the Children’s File Checklist on the DCDEE website to ensure all applicable documents are on file within the required timeframe. A copy of the NC Summary of the Law and the Discipline Policy must be given to the parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment. We discussed having each child’s parent/guardian sign the acknowledgement form at the beginning of each school year prior to the child’s first day of enrollment. Children’s Medical Report- -I suggested that you remind each child’s parent/guardian upon acceptance into the NC Pre-K classroom that the child’s medical report and immunization records must be received within 30 days of enrollment. Encourage parents to make an appointment right away and if possible, turn in the medical documentation on the first day of enrollment. Rated License: Your facility is in cohort one and you requested to order the Environment Rating Scale during your preparation year. The ECERS-R assessment was ordered for your facility on March 28, 2024. You stated you have not received a phone call from NCRLAP in regard to your four-week window as of today. You should expect a phone call from NCRLAP within the next week or so. In the meantime, please ensure that all staff’s education is current in their WORKS account. Consultation: The following items discussed were in compliance during the visit: -School principals or an appropriate representative may visit http://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/carolina to register for required asbestos and lead paint testing by May 1, 2024. Refer to the Raise NC Newsletter sent on December 7, 2023. -Additional mulch is needed on the playground in the fall zone areas of the portable slide. During the visit, I spoke with Ms. Davis, Assistant Principal, regarding mulch and she encouraged you to reach out to Chris Kolasinski. -I suggested that you add additional throw pillows to the cozy area. -I suggested that you refer to the NCRLAP website for additional information and resources. www.ncrlap.org -Health and Safety trainings for K. Spivey are due by 8/14/2024. These trainings will be reviewed during your next monitoring visit. -I reminded you to role model nutritional eating and drinking in the classroom. An unopened Gatorade bottle was observed in the classroom but it was not consumed during the visit. -Here is the link for the current resources and information regarding COVID-19. https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/materials-and-resources/materials-about-covid-19-symptoms-and-treatment -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 1-888-600-1685 Option 1.-I recommended that you begin updating staff education WORKS accounts, arrange for rated license training and request technical assistance in preparation for resuming rated license assessments. -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 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 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 704-853-9196. Kristen Mauney, Child Care Consultant PO Box 674, Denver, NC 28037 Kristen.Mauney@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

GS110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/9/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 4/9/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 162 Time In: 09:18 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including health and safety. The purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. This program currently operates with a Five star rated license effective December 15, 2017. The program’s compliance history was 92 percent prior to today’s visit. 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. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. Children and staff were observed during free play activities indoors, screen time, teacher directed group activities, handwashing routines, and lunch. NC Pre-K requirements were monitored during today’s visit. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on March 18, 2024. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 0 demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent approved fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 9, 2023. The most recent lead water testing results were completed on June 29, 2021. Lead testing must be completed every three years. Please request that the principal or an appropriate representative complete this process by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Two children enrolled on August 22, 2023, did not have a signed acknowledgement signed by their parent for the Summary of the Law until November 9, 2023. The acknowledgement form given to parents at the beginning of the school year did not include a statement of receipt for the NC Summary of the Law and the information contained in the NC Summary of the Law was not included in the parent handbook packet of information. GS 110-102 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A monthly fire drill was not conducted during the month of December 2023. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. The most recent emergency information on file for review for K. Saine was completed on 10/4/2022. .0701(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. The medical report for one child enrolled on August 22, 2023, was completed on October 3, 2023. GS110-91(1) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. The discipline policy acknowledgement for one child enrolled on August 22, 2023, was signed on August 31, 2023. .1804(c) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was 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. I must receive your compliance statement by April 23, 2024. Please send your letter to Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violation and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Fire Drills- Fire drills must be conducted at least once every month. I suggested that if a fire drill is not conducted by the school by the last day of the month, to consult with school administration and then conduct your own fire drill for preschool children. Document this type of drill on the Emergency Drill Log. Staff Records- K. Saine must update the Emergency Information on file for review within two weeks. I suggested that you utilize the Staff File Checklist available on the DCDEE website under Provider Documents and Forms to ensure all required documentation is on file within the required timeframe. I suggested that you create your own checklist for annual documentation to be completed at the beginning of every school year. Children’s Records- -I suggested that you use the Children’s File Checklist on the DCDEE website to ensure all applicable documents are on file within the required timeframe. A copy of the NC Summary of the Law and the Discipline Policy must be given to the parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment. We discussed having each child’s parent/guardian sign the acknowledgement form at the beginning of each school year prior to the child’s first day of enrollment. Children’s Medical Report- -I suggested that you remind each child’s parent/guardian upon acceptance into the NC Pre-K classroom that the child’s medical report and immunization records must be received within 30 days of enrollment. Encourage parents to make an appointment right away and if possible, turn in the medical documentation on the first day of enrollment. Rated License: Your facility is in cohort one and you requested to order the Environment Rating Scale during your preparation year. The ECERS-R assessment was ordered for your facility on March 28, 2024. You stated you have not received a phone call from NCRLAP in regard to your four-week window as of today. You should expect a phone call from NCRLAP within the next week or so. In the meantime, please ensure that all staff’s education is current in their WORKS account. Consultation: The following items discussed were in compliance during the visit: -School principals or an appropriate representative may visit http://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/carolina to register for required asbestos and lead paint testing by May 1, 2024. Refer to the Raise NC Newsletter sent on December 7, 2023. -Additional mulch is needed on the playground in the fall zone areas of the portable slide. During the visit, I spoke with Ms. Davis, Assistant Principal, regarding mulch and she encouraged you to reach out to Chris Kolasinski. -I suggested that you add additional throw pillows to the cozy area. -I suggested that you refer to the NCRLAP website for additional information and resources. www.ncrlap.org -Health and Safety trainings for K. Spivey are due by 8/14/2024. These trainings will be reviewed during your next monitoring visit. -I reminded you to role model nutritional eating and drinking in the classroom. An unopened Gatorade bottle was observed in the classroom but it was not consumed during the visit. -Here is the link for the current resources and information regarding COVID-19. https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/materials-and-resources/materials-about-covid-19-symptoms-and-treatment -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 1-888-600-1685 Option 1.-I recommended that you begin updating staff education WORKS accounts, arrange for rated license training and request technical assistance in preparation for resuming rated license assessments. -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 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 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 704-853-9196. Kristen Mauney, Child Care Consultant PO Box 674, Denver, NC 28037 Kristen.Mauney@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: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/9/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 4/9/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 162 Time In: 09:18 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including health and safety. The purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. This program currently operates with a Five star rated license effective December 15, 2017. The program’s compliance history was 92 percent prior to today’s visit. 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. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. Children and staff were observed during free play activities indoors, screen time, teacher directed group activities, handwashing routines, and lunch. NC Pre-K requirements were monitored during today’s visit. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on March 18, 2024. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 0 demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent approved fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 9, 2023. The most recent lead water testing results were completed on June 29, 2021. Lead testing must be completed every three years. Please request that the principal or an appropriate representative complete this process by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Two children enrolled on August 22, 2023, did not have a signed acknowledgement signed by their parent for the Summary of the Law until November 9, 2023. The acknowledgement form given to parents at the beginning of the school year did not include a statement of receipt for the NC Summary of the Law and the information contained in the NC Summary of the Law was not included in the parent handbook packet of information. GS 110-102 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A monthly fire drill was not conducted during the month of December 2023. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. The most recent emergency information on file for review for K. Saine was completed on 10/4/2022. .0701(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. The medical report for one child enrolled on August 22, 2023, was completed on October 3, 2023. GS110-91(1) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. The discipline policy acknowledgement for one child enrolled on August 22, 2023, was signed on August 31, 2023. .1804(c) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was 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. I must receive your compliance statement by April 23, 2024. Please send your letter to Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violation and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Fire Drills- Fire drills must be conducted at least once every month. I suggested that if a fire drill is not conducted by the school by the last day of the month, to consult with school administration and then conduct your own fire drill for preschool children. Document this type of drill on the Emergency Drill Log. Staff Records- K. Saine must update the Emergency Information on file for review within two weeks. I suggested that you utilize the Staff File Checklist available on the DCDEE website under Provider Documents and Forms to ensure all required documentation is on file within the required timeframe. I suggested that you create your own checklist for annual documentation to be completed at the beginning of every school year. Children’s Records- -I suggested that you use the Children’s File Checklist on the DCDEE website to ensure all applicable documents are on file within the required timeframe. A copy of the NC Summary of the Law and the Discipline Policy must be given to the parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment. We discussed having each child’s parent/guardian sign the acknowledgement form at the beginning of each school year prior to the child’s first day of enrollment. Children’s Medical Report- -I suggested that you remind each child’s parent/guardian upon acceptance into the NC Pre-K classroom that the child’s medical report and immunization records must be received within 30 days of enrollment. Encourage parents to make an appointment right away and if possible, turn in the medical documentation on the first day of enrollment. Rated License: Your facility is in cohort one and you requested to order the Environment Rating Scale during your preparation year. The ECERS-R assessment was ordered for your facility on March 28, 2024. You stated you have not received a phone call from NCRLAP in regard to your four-week window as of today. You should expect a phone call from NCRLAP within the next week or so. In the meantime, please ensure that all staff’s education is current in their WORKS account. Consultation: The following items discussed were in compliance during the visit: -School principals or an appropriate representative may visit http://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/carolina to register for required asbestos and lead paint testing by May 1, 2024. Refer to the Raise NC Newsletter sent on December 7, 2023. -Additional mulch is needed on the playground in the fall zone areas of the portable slide. During the visit, I spoke with Ms. Davis, Assistant Principal, regarding mulch and she encouraged you to reach out to Chris Kolasinski. -I suggested that you add additional throw pillows to the cozy area. -I suggested that you refer to the NCRLAP website for additional information and resources. www.ncrlap.org -Health and Safety trainings for K. Spivey are due by 8/14/2024. These trainings will be reviewed during your next monitoring visit. -I reminded you to role model nutritional eating and drinking in the classroom. An unopened Gatorade bottle was observed in the classroom but it was not consumed during the visit. -Here is the link for the current resources and information regarding COVID-19. https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/materials-and-resources/materials-about-covid-19-symptoms-and-treatment -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 1-888-600-1685 Option 1.-I recommended that you begin updating staff education WORKS accounts, arrange for rated license training and request technical assistance in preparation for resuming rated license assessments. -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 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 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 704-853-9196. Kristen Mauney, Child Care Consultant PO Box 674, Denver, NC 28037 Kristen.Mauney@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 .3005 · Violation

Name of Operation: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/18/2023 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 10/18/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 113 Time In: 12:37 PM Time Out: 02:30 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. The following areas were monitored during the visit: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR, first aid, special training, criminal background checks, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administering of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, and permit restrictions. The visit was conducted with you, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher. You provided me with applicable program and staff records for review. This program currently operates with a Five star rated license effective December 15, 2017. The program’s compliance history was 91 percent prior to today’s visit. 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. A walk-through of licensed indoor and outdoor space was completed today. Staff and children were observed during gross motor activities outdoors, handwashing routines, nap, and snack. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on August 22, 2023. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 0 demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 9, 2023. One new staff has been employed since your most recent annual compliance visit conducted on April 24, 2023. I reviewed this staff’s records and applicable records for existing staff during today’s visit. The violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space #1, an Air Wick Scented Oil plug in was plugged into the outlet beside the teacher's desk accessible to children. The scented oil contained multiple safety warnings including keep out of reach of children, eye irritant, and if swallowed contact Poison Control immediately. .2820(b) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Kendra Spivey, employed on August 14, 2023, did not have a valid Criminal Background Check qualifying letter until September 15, 2023. The Criminal Background Check qualifying letter effective September 15, 2023 was on file for review during today's visit. G.S. 110-90.2(b) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was 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. I must receive your compliance statement by November 1, 2023. Please send your letter to Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violation and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Storage of Hazardous Products- -The Lead Teacher unplugged the Air Wick Scented Oil plug in during the visit and placed the scented oil in locked storage. I reminded you to check the manufacturer labels for all products prior to use to ensure there are no hazards and that the product is stored appropriately. Criminal Background Check- -All staff must have a valid Criminal Background Check qualifying letter completed and on file for review prior to employment. I recommended that this process take place initially or prior to the individual accepting the position. Rated License Reassessment: To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. Your facility is in cohort one. The preparation year for cohort one began July 1, 2023. The reassessment year will be July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. An email was sent to you on July 7, 2023, with information and guidance to help you prepare. We reviewed the tasks and activities listed within this email during today’s visit. We discussed possibly requesting an Environment Rating Scale during the prep year. Consultation (the following items reviewed were in compliance today): -10A NCAC 09 .3005 CHILD HEALTH ASSESSMENTS (a) A health assessment shall be on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child enters the NC Pre-K program and the assessment may be no more than 12 months old at the time of program entry. The health assessment shall include the following: (1) physical examination; (2) updated immunizations; (3) vision screening; (4) hearing screening; and (5) dental screening. (b) Site-level administrators shall review all health assessment results at the time of the child’s entry into the program to determine whether the assessment includes specific instructions for identified health needs that may require physical or occupational or other therapies to support the child’s development and learning goals. If a screening is marked as “uncooperative” or “unable to complete” due to the child being uncooperative then this requirement is not in compliance. However, if the health care professional provides additional information such as “due to developmental delays the hearing screening was not completed” then compliance has been met. -Water bottles brought from home must be labeled with the child’s name. -We discussed first aid documented on incident reports. -K. Spivey must complete CPR and First Aid certification by November 14, 2023. -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 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. -Here is the link for the current resources and information regarding COVID-19. https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/materials-and-resources/materials-about-covid-19-symptoms-and-treatment. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting 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 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, at Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196. Kristen Mauney, Child Care Consultant PO Box 674 Denver, NC 28037 Kristen.Mauney@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: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/18/2023 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 10/18/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 113 Time In: 12:37 PM Time Out: 02:30 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. The following areas were monitored during the visit: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR, first aid, special training, criminal background checks, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administering of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, and permit restrictions. The visit was conducted with you, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher. You provided me with applicable program and staff records for review. This program currently operates with a Five star rated license effective December 15, 2017. The program’s compliance history was 91 percent prior to today’s visit. 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. A walk-through of licensed indoor and outdoor space was completed today. Staff and children were observed during gross motor activities outdoors, handwashing routines, nap, and snack. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on August 22, 2023. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 0 demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 9, 2023. One new staff has been employed since your most recent annual compliance visit conducted on April 24, 2023. I reviewed this staff’s records and applicable records for existing staff during today’s visit. The violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space #1, an Air Wick Scented Oil plug in was plugged into the outlet beside the teacher's desk accessible to children. The scented oil contained multiple safety warnings including keep out of reach of children, eye irritant, and if swallowed contact Poison Control immediately. .2820(b) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Kendra Spivey, employed on August 14, 2023, did not have a valid Criminal Background Check qualifying letter until September 15, 2023. The Criminal Background Check qualifying letter effective September 15, 2023 was on file for review during today's visit. G.S. 110-90.2(b) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was 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. I must receive your compliance statement by November 1, 2023. Please send your letter to Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violation and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Storage of Hazardous Products- -The Lead Teacher unplugged the Air Wick Scented Oil plug in during the visit and placed the scented oil in locked storage. I reminded you to check the manufacturer labels for all products prior to use to ensure there are no hazards and that the product is stored appropriately. Criminal Background Check- -All staff must have a valid Criminal Background Check qualifying letter completed and on file for review prior to employment. I recommended that this process take place initially or prior to the individual accepting the position. Rated License Reassessment: To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. Your facility is in cohort one. The preparation year for cohort one began July 1, 2023. The reassessment year will be July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. An email was sent to you on July 7, 2023, with information and guidance to help you prepare. We reviewed the tasks and activities listed within this email during today’s visit. We discussed possibly requesting an Environment Rating Scale during the prep year. Consultation (the following items reviewed were in compliance today): -10A NCAC 09 .3005 CHILD HEALTH ASSESSMENTS (a) A health assessment shall be on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child enters the NC Pre-K program and the assessment may be no more than 12 months old at the time of program entry. The health assessment shall include the following: (1) physical examination; (2) updated immunizations; (3) vision screening; (4) hearing screening; and (5) dental screening. (b) Site-level administrators shall review all health assessment results at the time of the child’s entry into the program to determine whether the assessment includes specific instructions for identified health needs that may require physical or occupational or other therapies to support the child’s development and learning goals. If a screening is marked as “uncooperative” or “unable to complete” due to the child being uncooperative then this requirement is not in compliance. However, if the health care professional provides additional information such as “due to developmental delays the hearing screening was not completed” then compliance has been met. -Water bottles brought from home must be labeled with the child’s name. -We discussed first aid documented on incident reports. -K. Spivey must complete CPR and First Aid certification by November 14, 2023. -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 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. -Here is the link for the current resources and information regarding COVID-19. https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/materials-and-resources/materials-about-covid-19-symptoms-and-treatment. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting 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 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, at Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196. Kristen Mauney, Child Care Consultant PO Box 674 Denver, NC 28037 Kristen.Mauney@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: S RAY LOWDER ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 55000096 Consultant: KRISTEN R. MAUNEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/18/2023 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 10/18/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 113 Time In: 12:37 PM Time Out: 02:30 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. The following areas were monitored during the visit: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR, first aid, special training, criminal background checks, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administering of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, and permit restrictions. The visit was conducted with you, Cindy Borges, Lead Teacher. You provided me with applicable program and staff records for review. This program currently operates with a Five star rated license effective December 15, 2017. The program’s compliance history was 91 percent prior to today’s visit. 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. A walk-through of licensed indoor and outdoor space was completed today. Staff and children were observed during gross motor activities outdoors, handwashing routines, nap, and snack. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on August 22, 2023. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 0 demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 9, 2023. One new staff has been employed since your most recent annual compliance visit conducted on April 24, 2023. I reviewed this staff’s records and applicable records for existing staff during today’s visit. The violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space #1, an Air Wick Scented Oil plug in was plugged into the outlet beside the teacher's desk accessible to children. The scented oil contained multiple safety warnings including keep out of reach of children, eye irritant, and if swallowed contact Poison Control immediately. .2820(b) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Kendra Spivey, employed on August 14, 2023, did not have a valid Criminal Background Check qualifying letter until September 15, 2023. The Criminal Background Check qualifying letter effective September 15, 2023 was on file for review during today's visit. G.S. 110-90.2(b) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was 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. I must receive your compliance statement by November 1, 2023. Please send your letter to Kristen.Mauney@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violation and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Storage of Hazardous Products- -The Lead Teacher unplugged the Air Wick Scented Oil plug in during the visit and placed the scented oil in locked storage. I reminded you to check the manufacturer labels for all products prior to use to ensure there are no hazards and that the product is stored appropriately. Criminal Background Check- -All staff must have a valid Criminal Background Check qualifying letter completed and on file for review prior to employment. I recommended that this process take place initially or prior to the individual accepting the position. Rated License Reassessment: To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. Your facility is in cohort one. The preparation year for cohort one began July 1, 2023. The reassessment year will be July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. An email was sent to you on July 7, 2023, with information and guidance to help you prepare. We reviewed the tasks and activities listed within this email during today’s visit. We discussed possibly requesting an Environment Rating Scale during the prep year. Consultation (the following items reviewed were in compliance today): -10A NCAC 09 .3005 CHILD HEALTH ASSESSMENTS (a) A health assessment shall be on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child enters the NC Pre-K program and the assessment may be no more than 12 months old at the time of program entry. The health assessment shall include the following: (1) physical examination; (2) updated immunizations; (3) vision screening; (4) hearing screening; and (5) dental screening. (b) Site-level administrators shall review all health assessment results at the time of the child’s entry into the program to determine whether the assessment includes specific instructions for identified health needs that may require physical or occupational or other therapies to support the child’s development and learning goals. If a screening is marked as “uncooperative” or “unable to complete” due to the child being uncooperative then this requirement is not in compliance. However, if the health care professional provides additional information such as “due to developmental delays the hearing screening was not completed” then compliance has been met. -Water bottles brought from home must be labeled with the child’s name. -We discussed first aid documented on incident reports. -K. Spivey must complete CPR and First Aid certification by November 14, 2023. -Providers can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor for advice and resources specific to the challenging behaviors in their classroom by calling 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. -Here is the link for the current resources and information regarding COVID-19. https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/materials-and-resources/materials-about-covid-19-symptoms-and-treatment. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting 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 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, at Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-853-9196. Kristen Mauney, Child Care Consultant PO Box 674 Denver, NC 28037 Kristen.Mauney@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