10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOUISBURG ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000144 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2026 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 2/6/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 11:35 AM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to a routine unannounced visit. B. Jones, lead teacher, and S. Stepnowski, instructional assistant, were present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued March 22, 2019, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 15, 2025. The posted sanitation inspection was completed January 9, 2026 earning a “Superior” rating. Children were observed during circle time, a teacher directed math activity and nap time. Observed interactions were nurturing in nature between the children and teachers. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The sanitation inspection was not completed within twelve (12) months of the previous one. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Two (2) of the stakes securing the black border around the play equipment are protruding. The red tunnel/car equipment has areas that are chipping paint and rusting. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. The cabinet beneath the sink by the mats was unlocked and stored Clorox and two (2) aerosol disinfectant containers. .2820(b) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Staff hired on 11/10/25 did not have a qualification letter until 11/14/25. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. There were no complete staff records available for the two (2) new staff. G.S. 110-91( 9) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by February 20, 2026. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 91% over an eighteen (18) month period. STAFF/CHILD INTERACTION A current lesson plan and schedule were observed posted in the classroom. The schedule was being followed as posted. Appropriate staff/child ratios and supervision requirements were maintained during the visit. Every child was signed in and out for the month of January. The children were sitting on the carpet for circle time upon my arrival. The children watched a video and sang along to the “Days of the Week” song. Then B. Jones, held up cards with different shapes on them which the children then identified and answered open-ended questions about the shapes. For example, the children correctly named the shape “Cone,” she then asked, “What reminds you of a cone?” and the children responded, “An ice cream cone.” When the oval card was reviewed B. Jones asked, “Does an oval have sides?” to which the children answered “No!” They also reviewed a rhombus, cylinder, oval, etc. all of which the children named without prompting. After circle time the children went to their tables to do a teacher directed counting activity with counting blocks. The children were engaged during each activity and easily followed instructions. These activities were great ways to work on language and cognitive skills. STAFF RECORDS There are two (2) new staff in the classroom. There is a new lead teacher and instructional assistant. I reviewed both of their records and several violations were documented. The staff hired on 11/10/25 did not have a qualification letter until 11/14/25. There must be an approved qualification letter available on or prior to the day they’re employed. A completed staff record was not available on-site for the two (2) new staff. Also, there was no current Off-Site-Verification form completed for the current year. This means that those items are required to be in staff records. Therefore, a violation was documented. I emailed several forms to B. Jones for her review and use including the incident log, Off-Site forms for staff, children and transportation as well as verification of review of the SBS/AHT policy. Please contact me if you have any questions after reviewing these times. PROGRAM RECORDS The program’s sanitation inspection was completed on 1/9/26. However, the previous inspection was completed 12/20/24. The sanitation inspection must be completed annually. I recommend contacting your local EHS around three (3) weeks prior to expiration. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Technical assistance was given regarding monitoring the foam and cardboard blocks in that center for disrepair. Once these blocks become torn, ripped, etc. they should be removed and replaced. Continue to ensure that nutrition requirements are maintained and modeled by teachers. There should not be any beverages or foods in the classroom that do not meet current nutrition requirements, this includes soda cans. Anytime a child lays on their mat/cot to rest or nap there must be a covering on the mat/cot. This can either be a sheet that fits, a towel, blanket or some linen between the child and the surface of the cot/mat. Technical assistance also discussed related to documenting any screen time children engage in on the screen time log. This includes videos on a smart board, tablets, or computers. Ensure all staff have reviewed the School Risk Management (SRM) plan and signed documentation to verify review. Review of the SRM plan must be updated annually and kept on file. Please be reminded that the Principal must also updated their required forms annually. Items discussed here as technical assistance may warrant a violation if observed to be out of compliance. I recommend that you request maintenance or appropriate staff hammer down the metal stakes that secure the black plastic border around the play equipment. When the stakes rise they create a protrusion issue which can hook clothing or cause tripping. Continue to ensure that staff review and sign off that they have reviewed the program’s EPR or School Risk Management plan at the beginning of the school year as this is required annually. The principal must also have this documentation and an emergency information form on file and updated annually. Continue to update the “Off-Site Verification” forms for Transportation, Children’s records and Staff records. The list of current staff and enrolled children must also be kept with this form and updated annually. CONSULTATION & REMINDERS The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program has expanded to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. After reviewing the website, I noted that your program has completed the lead paint and asbestos testing requirement and was found to be exempt. The program completed lead water testing as of June 25, 2025. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated July 1, 2025, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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

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G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOUISBURG ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000144 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2026 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 2/6/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 11:35 AM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to a routine unannounced visit. B. Jones, lead teacher, and S. Stepnowski, instructional assistant, were present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued March 22, 2019, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 15, 2025. The posted sanitation inspection was completed January 9, 2026 earning a “Superior” rating. Children were observed during circle time, a teacher directed math activity and nap time. Observed interactions were nurturing in nature between the children and teachers. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The sanitation inspection was not completed within twelve (12) months of the previous one. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Two (2) of the stakes securing the black border around the play equipment are protruding. The red tunnel/car equipment has areas that are chipping paint and rusting. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. The cabinet beneath the sink by the mats was unlocked and stored Clorox and two (2) aerosol disinfectant containers. .2820(b) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Staff hired on 11/10/25 did not have a qualification letter until 11/14/25. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. There were no complete staff records available for the two (2) new staff. G.S. 110-91( 9) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by February 20, 2026. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 91% over an eighteen (18) month period. STAFF/CHILD INTERACTION A current lesson plan and schedule were observed posted in the classroom. The schedule was being followed as posted. Appropriate staff/child ratios and supervision requirements were maintained during the visit. Every child was signed in and out for the month of January. The children were sitting on the carpet for circle time upon my arrival. The children watched a video and sang along to the “Days of the Week” song. Then B. Jones, held up cards with different shapes on them which the children then identified and answered open-ended questions about the shapes. For example, the children correctly named the shape “Cone,” she then asked, “What reminds you of a cone?” and the children responded, “An ice cream cone.” When the oval card was reviewed B. Jones asked, “Does an oval have sides?” to which the children answered “No!” They also reviewed a rhombus, cylinder, oval, etc. all of which the children named without prompting. After circle time the children went to their tables to do a teacher directed counting activity with counting blocks. The children were engaged during each activity and easily followed instructions. These activities were great ways to work on language and cognitive skills. STAFF RECORDS There are two (2) new staff in the classroom. There is a new lead teacher and instructional assistant. I reviewed both of their records and several violations were documented. The staff hired on 11/10/25 did not have a qualification letter until 11/14/25. There must be an approved qualification letter available on or prior to the day they’re employed. A completed staff record was not available on-site for the two (2) new staff. Also, there was no current Off-Site-Verification form completed for the current year. This means that those items are required to be in staff records. Therefore, a violation was documented. I emailed several forms to B. Jones for her review and use including the incident log, Off-Site forms for staff, children and transportation as well as verification of review of the SBS/AHT policy. Please contact me if you have any questions after reviewing these times. PROGRAM RECORDS The program’s sanitation inspection was completed on 1/9/26. However, the previous inspection was completed 12/20/24. The sanitation inspection must be completed annually. I recommend contacting your local EHS around three (3) weeks prior to expiration. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Technical assistance was given regarding monitoring the foam and cardboard blocks in that center for disrepair. Once these blocks become torn, ripped, etc. they should be removed and replaced. Continue to ensure that nutrition requirements are maintained and modeled by teachers. There should not be any beverages or foods in the classroom that do not meet current nutrition requirements, this includes soda cans. Anytime a child lays on their mat/cot to rest or nap there must be a covering on the mat/cot. This can either be a sheet that fits, a towel, blanket or some linen between the child and the surface of the cot/mat. Technical assistance also discussed related to documenting any screen time children engage in on the screen time log. This includes videos on a smart board, tablets, or computers. Ensure all staff have reviewed the School Risk Management (SRM) plan and signed documentation to verify review. Review of the SRM plan must be updated annually and kept on file. Please be reminded that the Principal must also updated their required forms annually. Items discussed here as technical assistance may warrant a violation if observed to be out of compliance. I recommend that you request maintenance or appropriate staff hammer down the metal stakes that secure the black plastic border around the play equipment. When the stakes rise they create a protrusion issue which can hook clothing or cause tripping. Continue to ensure that staff review and sign off that they have reviewed the program’s EPR or School Risk Management plan at the beginning of the school year as this is required annually. The principal must also have this documentation and an emergency information form on file and updated annually. Continue to update the “Off-Site Verification” forms for Transportation, Children’s records and Staff records. The list of current staff and enrolled children must also be kept with this form and updated annually. CONSULTATION & REMINDERS The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program has expanded to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. After reviewing the website, I noted that your program has completed the lead paint and asbestos testing requirement and was found to be exempt. The program completed lead water testing as of June 25, 2025. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated July 1, 2025, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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: LOUISBURG ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000144 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2026 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 2/6/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 11:35 AM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to a routine unannounced visit. B. Jones, lead teacher, and S. Stepnowski, instructional assistant, were present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued March 22, 2019, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 15, 2025. The posted sanitation inspection was completed January 9, 2026 earning a “Superior” rating. Children were observed during circle time, a teacher directed math activity and nap time. Observed interactions were nurturing in nature between the children and teachers. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The sanitation inspection was not completed within twelve (12) months of the previous one. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Two (2) of the stakes securing the black border around the play equipment are protruding. The red tunnel/car equipment has areas that are chipping paint and rusting. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. The cabinet beneath the sink by the mats was unlocked and stored Clorox and two (2) aerosol disinfectant containers. .2820(b) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Staff hired on 11/10/25 did not have a qualification letter until 11/14/25. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. There were no complete staff records available for the two (2) new staff. G.S. 110-91( 9) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by February 20, 2026. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 91% over an eighteen (18) month period. STAFF/CHILD INTERACTION A current lesson plan and schedule were observed posted in the classroom. The schedule was being followed as posted. Appropriate staff/child ratios and supervision requirements were maintained during the visit. Every child was signed in and out for the month of January. The children were sitting on the carpet for circle time upon my arrival. The children watched a video and sang along to the “Days of the Week” song. Then B. Jones, held up cards with different shapes on them which the children then identified and answered open-ended questions about the shapes. For example, the children correctly named the shape “Cone,” she then asked, “What reminds you of a cone?” and the children responded, “An ice cream cone.” When the oval card was reviewed B. Jones asked, “Does an oval have sides?” to which the children answered “No!” They also reviewed a rhombus, cylinder, oval, etc. all of which the children named without prompting. After circle time the children went to their tables to do a teacher directed counting activity with counting blocks. The children were engaged during each activity and easily followed instructions. These activities were great ways to work on language and cognitive skills. STAFF RECORDS There are two (2) new staff in the classroom. There is a new lead teacher and instructional assistant. I reviewed both of their records and several violations were documented. The staff hired on 11/10/25 did not have a qualification letter until 11/14/25. There must be an approved qualification letter available on or prior to the day they’re employed. A completed staff record was not available on-site for the two (2) new staff. Also, there was no current Off-Site-Verification form completed for the current year. This means that those items are required to be in staff records. Therefore, a violation was documented. I emailed several forms to B. Jones for her review and use including the incident log, Off-Site forms for staff, children and transportation as well as verification of review of the SBS/AHT policy. Please contact me if you have any questions after reviewing these times. PROGRAM RECORDS The program’s sanitation inspection was completed on 1/9/26. However, the previous inspection was completed 12/20/24. The sanitation inspection must be completed annually. I recommend contacting your local EHS around three (3) weeks prior to expiration. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Technical assistance was given regarding monitoring the foam and cardboard blocks in that center for disrepair. Once these blocks become torn, ripped, etc. they should be removed and replaced. Continue to ensure that nutrition requirements are maintained and modeled by teachers. There should not be any beverages or foods in the classroom that do not meet current nutrition requirements, this includes soda cans. Anytime a child lays on their mat/cot to rest or nap there must be a covering on the mat/cot. This can either be a sheet that fits, a towel, blanket or some linen between the child and the surface of the cot/mat. Technical assistance also discussed related to documenting any screen time children engage in on the screen time log. This includes videos on a smart board, tablets, or computers. Ensure all staff have reviewed the School Risk Management (SRM) plan and signed documentation to verify review. Review of the SRM plan must be updated annually and kept on file. Please be reminded that the Principal must also updated their required forms annually. Items discussed here as technical assistance may warrant a violation if observed to be out of compliance. I recommend that you request maintenance or appropriate staff hammer down the metal stakes that secure the black plastic border around the play equipment. When the stakes rise they create a protrusion issue which can hook clothing or cause tripping. Continue to ensure that staff review and sign off that they have reviewed the program’s EPR or School Risk Management plan at the beginning of the school year as this is required annually. The principal must also have this documentation and an emergency information form on file and updated annually. Continue to update the “Off-Site Verification” forms for Transportation, Children’s records and Staff records. The list of current staff and enrolled children must also be kept with this form and updated annually. CONSULTATION & REMINDERS The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program has expanded to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. After reviewing the website, I noted that your program has completed the lead paint and asbestos testing requirement and was found to be exempt. The program completed lead water testing as of June 25, 2025. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated July 1, 2025, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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: LOUISBURG ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000144 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/15/2025 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 5/15/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 12:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. R. Wimbush, Lead Teacher, was present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued March 22, 2019, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on October 10, 2022. The posted sanitation inspection was completed December 20, 2024 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed on September 18, 2024 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed engaging in free choice center play, group time and practicing their graduation program. I also observed lunch and handwashing routines. Interactions between children and teachers were nurturing in nature. This program is an NC Pre-K class and NC Pre-K requirements were monitored. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned Franklin County Public Schools. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. 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. A container of Clorox was observed in an unlocked cabinet beneath the sink. .2820(b) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The qualification letter expired November 13, 2024 for T. Gilmore. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There is no current qualification letter on file for T. Gilmore. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1825 All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file. There was no documentation that staff reviewed the School Risk Management plan annually or upon hire. .0607(f) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by May 29, 2025. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 97% over an eighteen (18) month period. NC PRE-K I monitored NC Pre-K requirements today and observed that the Brigance III screening was completed within the required time frame. The program continues to use Creative Curriculum to create lesson plans, and the posted one was current. The current staff is listed in the NC Pre-K plan website for this program. Transportation requirements were observed to be in compliance also. CHILDREN RECORDS I reviewed ten percent, or more, of children’s records, and no violations were documented. This program has completed the Public-School Off-Site Verification form for children’s records. STAFF RECORDS I monitored ten (10) percent of staff records, as well as new staff records, and a violation was documented. There was no documentation that staff reviewed the program’s School Risk Management plan upon hire and annually. The staff that began on March 3, 2025 in the NC Pre-K class must complete all the nine (9) Health and Safety trainings no later than March 3, 2026. These trainings may be completed free on through the MOODLE found on the DCDEE website noted below. She must also complete a CPR and First Aid training by June 3, 2025 to meet the ninety (90) day timeframe. If she has completed an approved CPR and First Aid training, including pediatric modules, that is still current it must be printed and placed in her file. You noted that she is currently scheduled to complete the training on June 25th. Staff member, Trenace Gilmore, has a qualification letter that expired November 13, 2024. If she has not completed a new criminal back check with a valid qualification letter on file within fifteen (15) days from today (May 30, 2025). If the current letter is not on file by May 30th she must be off the premises until it has been completed and is on file. A follow-up visit may be required unless the background check is completed, and the letter is on file prior to that date. ENVIRONMENTAL RATING SCALES You were reminded that the hold harmless state has been extended. Therefore, programs that were in cohorts 1 and 2 do not have to proceed with the Environmental Rating Scale assessments (ERS). ERS is voluntary at this time, and you will be notified when this changes. As of February 1, 2025 all the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3, also known as the "3s", will be used for all assessments. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the revised editions. I encourage you to go to the North Carolina Rated License Project (NCRLAP) website for more information at: https://ncrlap.org/. There are a variety of webinars and infographics available with detailed information on the changes with the 3s. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS Continue to ensure that any time children are viewing the smart board to watch a video that it is documented on the DCDEE screen time log as required. Please be reminded that when not in use outlets on power strips must be covered. The items noted above will warrant violations if observed to be out of compliance during monitoring visits. The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program has expanded to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. Currently operating child care facilities are required to identify if there’s lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. After reviewing the website, I noted that this facility is exempt from the lead paint and asbestos testing, and no hazards were identified. The program must complete a second round of lead water testing as soon as possible. I suggest reaching out to the staff responsible for enrolling and completing this testing to begin the process. The website is as follows: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated November 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOUISBURG ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000144 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/28/2025 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 1/28/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 12:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to a routine unannounced visit. R. Wimbush, lead teacher, and C. Dean, instructional assistant, were present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued March 22, 2019, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 29, 2024. The posted sanitation inspection was completed December 20, 2024 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed on September 18, 2024 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed doing morning gross motor activities, group time and free choice center play. Observed interactions were nurturing in nature between the children and teachers. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. A fire inspection was not completed within twelve (12) months of the previous one. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The administrator, T. Gilmore, has an expired criminal background check and qualification letter. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There is no current qualification letter on file for the administrator T. Gilmore. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by February 11, 2025. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 96% over an eighteen (18) month period. STAFF/CHILD INTERACTION A current lesson plan schedule was observed posted in the classroom. Appropriate staff/child ratios and supervision requirements were observed during the visit. The children were engaged in gross motor movement upon my arrival. They watched a children’s YouTube video with music and directions for the gross motor movements, which they were excited to do. I reminded staff that any screen time must be documented on the screen time log for all children who watch the video. The children then had circle time where they reviewed how to write several letters through description by the teacher as she wrote them on the board. The children were able to work on many gross motor skills during the movement video and cognitive skills as the reviewed how to write letters of the alphabet. This will help with their writing and language development as the reviewed not only the letter but the sound it makes. NC PRE-K I monitored NC Pre-K requirements today and observed that the Brigance III screening was completed within the required time frame. The program continues to use Creative Curriculum to create lesson plans, and the posted one was current. Ensure that a copy of the current NC Pre-K monitoring plan is kept on-site for review by DCDEE and FGV Smart Start during visits. The current staff is listed in the NC Pre-K plan website for this program. STAFF RECORDS While reviewing qualification No shelter-in-place or lockdown drill has been completed since September2024.tion letters I observed that the letter for Principal Trenace Gilmore has a letter that expired 11/13/24. She must complete a new criminal back check and receive a current qualification letter within fifteen (15) days from today. If a current letter is not on file by 2/12/25 then she must be off the premises until it has been completed and is on file. A follow-up visit may be required unless the background check is completed and letter is on file prior to that date. PROGRAM RECORDS A violation was documented due to the previous fire inspection being completed on 9/15/23 and the current one on 9/18/23. Child Care Rules require that fire and sanitation inspections be completed within twelve (12) months of the previous one to ensure that the building remains in compliance with fire and sanitation rules. I recommend contacting your local Fire Inspector at least two (2) weeks prior, or earlier, to the expiration date of the current fire inspection to ensure you are added to their calendar. I also observed that no shelter-in-place or lockdown drill has been completed since September 2023. These drills are required to be conducted every three (3) months to ensure that children are familiar with these emergency evacuation procedures to help them remain safe in case of this type of emergency. You stated that you would complete one prior to the end of this month. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Technical assistance discussed related to ensuring that destinations and departure and arrival times are documented on the “Travel permission” forms for the two (2) children that ride the school bus. I recommend that you request maintenance or appropriate staff hammer down the metal stakes that secure the black plastic border around the play equipment. When the stakes rise they create a protrusion issue which can hook clothing or cause tripping. Continue to ensure that staff review and sign off that they have reviewed the program’s EPR or School Risk Management plan at the beginning of the school year as this is required annually. The principal must also have this documentation and an emergency information form on file and updated annually. Continue to update the “Off-Site Verification” forms for Transportation, Children’s records and Staff records. The list of current staff and enrolled children must also be kept with this form and updated annually. CONSULTATION & REMINDERS The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program has expanded to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test for lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. After reviewing the website, I noted that your program has completed the lead paint and asbestos testing requirement and was found to be exempt. The program is due for another lead water testing. I recommend you enroll through the website: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ to complete the testing and avoid being out of compliance. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated November 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOUISBURG ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000144 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/28/2025 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 1/28/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 12:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to a routine unannounced visit. R. Wimbush, lead teacher, and C. Dean, instructional assistant, were present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued March 22, 2019, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 29, 2024. The posted sanitation inspection was completed December 20, 2024 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed on September 18, 2024 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed doing morning gross motor activities, group time and free choice center play. Observed interactions were nurturing in nature between the children and teachers. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. A fire inspection was not completed within twelve (12) months of the previous one. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The administrator, T. Gilmore, has an expired criminal background check and qualification letter. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There is no current qualification letter on file for the administrator T. Gilmore. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by February 11, 2025. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 96% over an eighteen (18) month period. STAFF/CHILD INTERACTION A current lesson plan schedule was observed posted in the classroom. Appropriate staff/child ratios and supervision requirements were observed during the visit. The children were engaged in gross motor movement upon my arrival. They watched a children’s YouTube video with music and directions for the gross motor movements, which they were excited to do. I reminded staff that any screen time must be documented on the screen time log for all children who watch the video. The children then had circle time where they reviewed how to write several letters through description by the teacher as she wrote them on the board. The children were able to work on many gross motor skills during the movement video and cognitive skills as the reviewed how to write letters of the alphabet. This will help with their writing and language development as the reviewed not only the letter but the sound it makes. NC PRE-K I monitored NC Pre-K requirements today and observed that the Brigance III screening was completed within the required time frame. The program continues to use Creative Curriculum to create lesson plans, and the posted one was current. Ensure that a copy of the current NC Pre-K monitoring plan is kept on-site for review by DCDEE and FGV Smart Start during visits. The current staff is listed in the NC Pre-K plan website for this program. STAFF RECORDS While reviewing qualification No shelter-in-place or lockdown drill has been completed since September2024.tion letters I observed that the letter for Principal Trenace Gilmore has a letter that expired 11/13/24. She must complete a new criminal back check and receive a current qualification letter within fifteen (15) days from today. If a current letter is not on file by 2/12/25 then she must be off the premises until it has been completed and is on file. A follow-up visit may be required unless the background check is completed and letter is on file prior to that date. PROGRAM RECORDS A violation was documented due to the previous fire inspection being completed on 9/15/23 and the current one on 9/18/23. Child Care Rules require that fire and sanitation inspections be completed within twelve (12) months of the previous one to ensure that the building remains in compliance with fire and sanitation rules. I recommend contacting your local Fire Inspector at least two (2) weeks prior, or earlier, to the expiration date of the current fire inspection to ensure you are added to their calendar. I also observed that no shelter-in-place or lockdown drill has been completed since September 2023. These drills are required to be conducted every three (3) months to ensure that children are familiar with these emergency evacuation procedures to help them remain safe in case of this type of emergency. You stated that you would complete one prior to the end of this month. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Technical assistance discussed related to ensuring that destinations and departure and arrival times are documented on the “Travel permission” forms for the two (2) children that ride the school bus. I recommend that you request maintenance or appropriate staff hammer down the metal stakes that secure the black plastic border around the play equipment. When the stakes rise they create a protrusion issue which can hook clothing or cause tripping. Continue to ensure that staff review and sign off that they have reviewed the program’s EPR or School Risk Management plan at the beginning of the school year as this is required annually. The principal must also have this documentation and an emergency information form on file and updated annually. Continue to update the “Off-Site Verification” forms for Transportation, Children’s records and Staff records. The list of current staff and enrolled children must also be kept with this form and updated annually. CONSULTATION & REMINDERS The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program has expanded to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test for lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. After reviewing the website, I noted that your program has completed the lead paint and asbestos testing requirement and was found to be exempt. The program is due for another lead water testing. I recommend you enroll through the website: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ to complete the testing and avoid being out of compliance. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated November 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: LOUISBURG ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 35000144 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/5/2023 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 10/5/2023 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 290 Time In: 09:25 AM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. R. Wimbush, Lead Teacher, was present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Five-Star License issued March 22, 2019, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, seven (7) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on October 10, 2022. The posted sanitation inspection was completed December 8, 2022 earning a “Superior” rating. The last fire inspection was completed September 15, 2023 and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed engaging in free choice center play and participating in group time. I also observed lunch and handwashing routines. The teachers interacted with children in a nurturing and caring manner. This program is an NC Pre-K class and NC Pre-K requirements were monitored including the monitoring tool. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned Franklin County Public Schools. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. I observed three bolts protruding from the black border surrounding the play equipment. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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. There is no current emergency information on file for NC Pre-K staff. .0701(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. A shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was not completed every three months. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Staff person hired 8/17/22 did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within the required time frame. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff hired 8/17/22 has yet to complete the health and safety trainings. .1102(a) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by October 19, 2023. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 92% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN RECORDS I reviewed ten percent, or more, of children’s records, and no violations were documented. This program has completed the Public-School Off-Site Verification form for children’s records. STAFF RECORDS All staff files were reviewed, and three (3) violations were documented. NC Pre-K staff must complete the Health and Safety training within their first year of hire and the staff person hired 8/17/22 has not completed all of the trainings as of today. The Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment (RRSCM) training are due within the first ninety (90) days of hire per Child Care Rules. The staff person hired 8/17/22 did not complete the RRSCM training until 12/12/22. There is no current emergency information on file for staff members. The form must be completed annually and was completed August 2022. This ensures that in case of a staff emergency the most current emergency contacts are available. OUTDOOR PLAY AREA There were three bolts that protruding from the black border surrounding the play equipment. I recommend that you request maintenance hammer the bolts so they are flush with border and avoid possible injury. PROGRAM RECORDS While there was a shelter-in-place/lockdown drill completed January 2023 the next was not documented until August 2023. These drills must be completed every three months and should have been completed in April 2023 as well. I recommend setting an online calendar reminder to make sure this completed and documented on the DCDEE form every month. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS The “On-Going Training Hours Log” should be used to document annual training hours. It helps to keep track of required hours and carry over hours and was reviewed with you last year. Technical assistance given regarding completing the Public-School Off-Site Verification forms for children, staff, and transportation at the beginning of the school year, preferably before children attend their first day. The form is available on the DCDEE website noted below. Continue to ensure that all mud dauber/hornets’ nests are removed as they occur. That way staff and children avoid possible interaction with these insects that may sting. The NC Commission for Public Health adopted and approved the amended rule regarding lead water testing effective October 1, 2019. The rule requires all licensed child care centers test all drinking water faucets and food preparation sinks for lead contamination once every three years. If a child care center finds elevated concentrations of lead in the center’s water, they will be required to take immediate action. If your program was tested in 2020 you are due to re-test this year. I recommend you go to cleanwaterforcarolinakids.org regarding the second round of testing. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated July 1, 2023, is available at the DCDEE website There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.