THE Sunrise Academy Child Development Center

10A NCAC 09 .0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/3/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 6/3/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up Lic Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to review and monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements for an administrative action follow-up visit. A Written Warning was issued by the DCDEE to this facility on April 23, 2026. The compliance prior to today’s visit was 86 %. The facility currently operates with a GS 110-106 Letter issued June 19, 2014. Supervision, capacity, adequate/approved space, and general license requirements were monitored during today’s visit. Upon my arrival I rang the doorbell. I then walked around to the preschool classroom window to get the attention of the teacher. The teacher was able to assist me disable the lock and allow entrance. I visited the classroom to see if the teacher would assist me with locating Gale Johnson, Director, Ms. Johnson was cooking so I walked to the kitchen where she greeted me. I met with Ms. Johnson to discuss the visit and written warning. I delivered a copy of the Written Warning to the facility and reviewed the document with Ms. Johnson, April 27, 2026. The certified Written Warning was delivered to the facility June 4, 2026 and Ms. Johnson emailed me June 5, 2026. Since that time, Ms. Johnson has resigned her position and will be leaving by June 30, 2026. I observed the Written Warning on the parent bulletin board located in Classroom 3 today. A walk-through of the facility was completed today including all indoor areas. During the walk through, I observed children in the indoor learning environments and a teacher directed activity. I found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Nurturing and caring tones were heard throughout the facility. Permit restrictions were met. One child was not on the attendance sheet and marked present for the day. A violation was cited. The following stipulations were discussed: 1. The child care operator shall maintain compliance at all times with all applicable child care requirements including, but not limited to, the following: • Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09. 1802 and -1803(a)(9) regarding staff/child interactions and behavior management • Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(e) regarding incident reports. One violation was cited and corrected today. 2. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Gale Johnson, administrator, shall contact Jennifer Kappas, Child Care Resources Inc., telephone number 704-376-6697 ext. 370 , email jkappas@childcareresourcesinc.org, to arrange for the trainings: The Missing Piece: A Loving and Nurturing Environment for Children and Use Your Words: How Our Words Impact Children. No children shall be in care during this training. Ms. Johnson’s emailed Ms. Kappas April 29, 2026, to set up the trainings. Ms. Kappas reached out to me on May 4, 2026 to determine if an administrative staff member form the church should attend the training. I responded to Ms. Kappas and emailed Ms. Johnson that the pastor or a designated church administrative staff member should attend the trainings. Additionally, the new director of the child care facility will need to attend that trainings. The church is in the process of hiring a new director and Ms. Johnson will email me with the first day of employment for the staff member. Once the new director is in place, and the church has designated the administrative staff to attend the trianings, Ms. Kappas will schedule the courses. 3. Within two (2) weeks after the required training is completed, Ms. Johnson shall revise the current discipline policy and procedures to include, in detail, the steps the facility will take to ensure appropriate discipline for children. This stipulation is pending the employment of a new director and the completed training courses. 4. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Ms. Johnson shall contact Ms.Eddins-Smith to arrange for a review of completing and documenting Incident Reports. I scheduled this training with Ms. Johnson on April 27, 2026 to take place during the next unannounced visit. Since the new director is not in place today, this stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. 5. Within two (2) weeks after the required Incident Report training is completed, Ms. Johnson shall revise the current policy and procedures to include in detail, the steps the facility will take to ensure incident reports are documented and reported. This stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. 6. Within two (2) weeks after notification from the Division that the stipulations have been met for the policy and procedures related to nurture and care of children, discipline, and incident reports Ms. Johnson shall conduct a staff meeting with all staff members to discuss the policy and procedures. this stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. There has been one new staff member hired since my last visit. I reviewed the file and found it in compliance. One violation was cited today. Violation Number Comment Rule 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In Space 3, one child in attendance was not listed and marked present on the attendance sheet. GS 110-91(9) Compliance Statement Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation was corrected during the visit. Please send me a statement of on-going compliance for how you will maintain accurate attendance records on or before June 24, 2026. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. Please email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance Attendance I discussed with you and the classroom teacher the importance of accurate attendance records. In case of emergency these records would be used by your staff and emergency personnel to account for each child. Written Warning We discussed that the Written Warning must be posted for three months. We discussed each stipulation and the timeline for each included in the Written Warning. You made notes on the copy delivered today. We discussed that compliance with the written warning is of utmost importance and that failure to meet timelines for stipulations may result in more stringent action. New Director Please contact me with a start date and contact information for the new director. We discussed that you would send me contact information for the pastor and Human Resources Director as well for continued correspondence in regard to the Written Warning. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270 or Amy Italiano, Licensing Supervisor at amy.italiano@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-936-6065. 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. 1802 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/3/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 6/3/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up Lic Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to review and monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements for an administrative action follow-up visit. A Written Warning was issued by the DCDEE to this facility on April 23, 2026. The compliance prior to today’s visit was 86 %. The facility currently operates with a GS 110-106 Letter issued June 19, 2014. Supervision, capacity, adequate/approved space, and general license requirements were monitored during today’s visit. Upon my arrival I rang the doorbell. I then walked around to the preschool classroom window to get the attention of the teacher. The teacher was able to assist me disable the lock and allow entrance. I visited the classroom to see if the teacher would assist me with locating Gale Johnson, Director, Ms. Johnson was cooking so I walked to the kitchen where she greeted me. I met with Ms. Johnson to discuss the visit and written warning. I delivered a copy of the Written Warning to the facility and reviewed the document with Ms. Johnson, April 27, 2026. The certified Written Warning was delivered to the facility June 4, 2026 and Ms. Johnson emailed me June 5, 2026. Since that time, Ms. Johnson has resigned her position and will be leaving by June 30, 2026. I observed the Written Warning on the parent bulletin board located in Classroom 3 today. A walk-through of the facility was completed today including all indoor areas. During the walk through, I observed children in the indoor learning environments and a teacher directed activity. I found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Nurturing and caring tones were heard throughout the facility. Permit restrictions were met. One child was not on the attendance sheet and marked present for the day. A violation was cited. The following stipulations were discussed: 1. The child care operator shall maintain compliance at all times with all applicable child care requirements including, but not limited to, the following: • Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09. 1802 and -1803(a)(9) regarding staff/child interactions and behavior management • Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(e) regarding incident reports. One violation was cited and corrected today. 2. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Gale Johnson, administrator, shall contact Jennifer Kappas, Child Care Resources Inc., telephone number 704-376-6697 ext. 370 , email jkappas@childcareresourcesinc.org, to arrange for the trainings: The Missing Piece: A Loving and Nurturing Environment for Children and Use Your Words: How Our Words Impact Children. No children shall be in care during this training. Ms. Johnson’s emailed Ms. Kappas April 29, 2026, to set up the trainings. Ms. Kappas reached out to me on May 4, 2026 to determine if an administrative staff member form the church should attend the training. I responded to Ms. Kappas and emailed Ms. Johnson that the pastor or a designated church administrative staff member should attend the trainings. Additionally, the new director of the child care facility will need to attend that trainings. The church is in the process of hiring a new director and Ms. Johnson will email me with the first day of employment for the staff member. Once the new director is in place, and the church has designated the administrative staff to attend the trianings, Ms. Kappas will schedule the courses. 3. Within two (2) weeks after the required training is completed, Ms. Johnson shall revise the current discipline policy and procedures to include, in detail, the steps the facility will take to ensure appropriate discipline for children. This stipulation is pending the employment of a new director and the completed training courses. 4. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Ms. Johnson shall contact Ms.Eddins-Smith to arrange for a review of completing and documenting Incident Reports. I scheduled this training with Ms. Johnson on April 27, 2026 to take place during the next unannounced visit. Since the new director is not in place today, this stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. 5. Within two (2) weeks after the required Incident Report training is completed, Ms. Johnson shall revise the current policy and procedures to include in detail, the steps the facility will take to ensure incident reports are documented and reported. This stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. 6. Within two (2) weeks after notification from the Division that the stipulations have been met for the policy and procedures related to nurture and care of children, discipline, and incident reports Ms. Johnson shall conduct a staff meeting with all staff members to discuss the policy and procedures. this stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. There has been one new staff member hired since my last visit. I reviewed the file and found it in compliance. One violation was cited today. Violation Number Comment Rule 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In Space 3, one child in attendance was not listed and marked present on the attendance sheet. GS 110-91(9) Compliance Statement Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation was corrected during the visit. Please send me a statement of on-going compliance for how you will maintain accurate attendance records on or before June 24, 2026. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. Please email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance Attendance I discussed with you and the classroom teacher the importance of accurate attendance records. In case of emergency these records would be used by your staff and emergency personnel to account for each child. Written Warning We discussed that the Written Warning must be posted for three months. We discussed each stipulation and the timeline for each included in the Written Warning. You made notes on the copy delivered today. We discussed that compliance with the written warning is of utmost importance and that failure to meet timelines for stipulations may result in more stringent action. New Director Please contact me with a start date and contact information for the new director. We discussed that you would send me contact information for the pastor and Human Resources Director as well for continued correspondence in regard to the Written Warning. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270 or Amy Italiano, Licensing Supervisor at amy.italiano@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-936-6065. 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 110-106 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/3/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 6/3/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up Lic Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to review and monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements for an administrative action follow-up visit. A Written Warning was issued by the DCDEE to this facility on April 23, 2026. The compliance prior to today’s visit was 86 %. The facility currently operates with a GS 110-106 Letter issued June 19, 2014. Supervision, capacity, adequate/approved space, and general license requirements were monitored during today’s visit. Upon my arrival I rang the doorbell. I then walked around to the preschool classroom window to get the attention of the teacher. The teacher was able to assist me disable the lock and allow entrance. I visited the classroom to see if the teacher would assist me with locating Gale Johnson, Director, Ms. Johnson was cooking so I walked to the kitchen where she greeted me. I met with Ms. Johnson to discuss the visit and written warning. I delivered a copy of the Written Warning to the facility and reviewed the document with Ms. Johnson, April 27, 2026. The certified Written Warning was delivered to the facility June 4, 2026 and Ms. Johnson emailed me June 5, 2026. Since that time, Ms. Johnson has resigned her position and will be leaving by June 30, 2026. I observed the Written Warning on the parent bulletin board located in Classroom 3 today. A walk-through of the facility was completed today including all indoor areas. During the walk through, I observed children in the indoor learning environments and a teacher directed activity. I found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Nurturing and caring tones were heard throughout the facility. Permit restrictions were met. One child was not on the attendance sheet and marked present for the day. A violation was cited. The following stipulations were discussed: 1. The child care operator shall maintain compliance at all times with all applicable child care requirements including, but not limited to, the following: • Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09. 1802 and -1803(a)(9) regarding staff/child interactions and behavior management • Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(e) regarding incident reports. One violation was cited and corrected today. 2. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Gale Johnson, administrator, shall contact Jennifer Kappas, Child Care Resources Inc., telephone number 704-376-6697 ext. 370 , email jkappas@childcareresourcesinc.org, to arrange for the trainings: The Missing Piece: A Loving and Nurturing Environment for Children and Use Your Words: How Our Words Impact Children. No children shall be in care during this training. Ms. Johnson’s emailed Ms. Kappas April 29, 2026, to set up the trainings. Ms. Kappas reached out to me on May 4, 2026 to determine if an administrative staff member form the church should attend the training. I responded to Ms. Kappas and emailed Ms. Johnson that the pastor or a designated church administrative staff member should attend the trainings. Additionally, the new director of the child care facility will need to attend that trainings. The church is in the process of hiring a new director and Ms. Johnson will email me with the first day of employment for the staff member. Once the new director is in place, and the church has designated the administrative staff to attend the trianings, Ms. Kappas will schedule the courses. 3. Within two (2) weeks after the required training is completed, Ms. Johnson shall revise the current discipline policy and procedures to include, in detail, the steps the facility will take to ensure appropriate discipline for children. This stipulation is pending the employment of a new director and the completed training courses. 4. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Ms. Johnson shall contact Ms.Eddins-Smith to arrange for a review of completing and documenting Incident Reports. I scheduled this training with Ms. Johnson on April 27, 2026 to take place during the next unannounced visit. Since the new director is not in place today, this stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. 5. Within two (2) weeks after the required Incident Report training is completed, Ms. Johnson shall revise the current policy and procedures to include in detail, the steps the facility will take to ensure incident reports are documented and reported. This stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. 6. Within two (2) weeks after notification from the Division that the stipulations have been met for the policy and procedures related to nurture and care of children, discipline, and incident reports Ms. Johnson shall conduct a staff meeting with all staff members to discuss the policy and procedures. this stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. There has been one new staff member hired since my last visit. I reviewed the file and found it in compliance. One violation was cited today. Violation Number Comment Rule 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In Space 3, one child in attendance was not listed and marked present on the attendance sheet. GS 110-91(9) Compliance Statement Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation was corrected during the visit. Please send me a statement of on-going compliance for how you will maintain accurate attendance records on or before June 24, 2026. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. Please email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance Attendance I discussed with you and the classroom teacher the importance of accurate attendance records. In case of emergency these records would be used by your staff and emergency personnel to account for each child. Written Warning We discussed that the Written Warning must be posted for three months. We discussed each stipulation and the timeline for each included in the Written Warning. You made notes on the copy delivered today. We discussed that compliance with the written warning is of utmost importance and that failure to meet timelines for stipulations may result in more stringent action. New Director Please contact me with a start date and contact information for the new director. We discussed that you would send me contact information for the pastor and Human Resources Director as well for continued correspondence in regard to the Written Warning. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270 or Amy Italiano, Licensing Supervisor at amy.italiano@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-936-6065. 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 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/3/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 6/3/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up Lic Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to review and monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements for an administrative action follow-up visit. A Written Warning was issued by the DCDEE to this facility on April 23, 2026. The compliance prior to today’s visit was 86 %. The facility currently operates with a GS 110-106 Letter issued June 19, 2014. Supervision, capacity, adequate/approved space, and general license requirements were monitored during today’s visit. Upon my arrival I rang the doorbell. I then walked around to the preschool classroom window to get the attention of the teacher. The teacher was able to assist me disable the lock and allow entrance. I visited the classroom to see if the teacher would assist me with locating Gale Johnson, Director, Ms. Johnson was cooking so I walked to the kitchen where she greeted me. I met with Ms. Johnson to discuss the visit and written warning. I delivered a copy of the Written Warning to the facility and reviewed the document with Ms. Johnson, April 27, 2026. The certified Written Warning was delivered to the facility June 4, 2026 and Ms. Johnson emailed me June 5, 2026. Since that time, Ms. Johnson has resigned her position and will be leaving by June 30, 2026. I observed the Written Warning on the parent bulletin board located in Classroom 3 today. A walk-through of the facility was completed today including all indoor areas. During the walk through, I observed children in the indoor learning environments and a teacher directed activity. I found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Nurturing and caring tones were heard throughout the facility. Permit restrictions were met. One child was not on the attendance sheet and marked present for the day. A violation was cited. The following stipulations were discussed: 1. The child care operator shall maintain compliance at all times with all applicable child care requirements including, but not limited to, the following: • Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09. 1802 and -1803(a)(9) regarding staff/child interactions and behavior management • Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(e) regarding incident reports. One violation was cited and corrected today. 2. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Gale Johnson, administrator, shall contact Jennifer Kappas, Child Care Resources Inc., telephone number 704-376-6697 ext. 370 , email jkappas@childcareresourcesinc.org, to arrange for the trainings: The Missing Piece: A Loving and Nurturing Environment for Children and Use Your Words: How Our Words Impact Children. No children shall be in care during this training. Ms. Johnson’s emailed Ms. Kappas April 29, 2026, to set up the trainings. Ms. Kappas reached out to me on May 4, 2026 to determine if an administrative staff member form the church should attend the training. I responded to Ms. Kappas and emailed Ms. Johnson that the pastor or a designated church administrative staff member should attend the trainings. Additionally, the new director of the child care facility will need to attend that trainings. The church is in the process of hiring a new director and Ms. Johnson will email me with the first day of employment for the staff member. Once the new director is in place, and the church has designated the administrative staff to attend the trianings, Ms. Kappas will schedule the courses. 3. Within two (2) weeks after the required training is completed, Ms. Johnson shall revise the current discipline policy and procedures to include, in detail, the steps the facility will take to ensure appropriate discipline for children. This stipulation is pending the employment of a new director and the completed training courses. 4. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Ms. Johnson shall contact Ms.Eddins-Smith to arrange for a review of completing and documenting Incident Reports. I scheduled this training with Ms. Johnson on April 27, 2026 to take place during the next unannounced visit. Since the new director is not in place today, this stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. 5. Within two (2) weeks after the required Incident Report training is completed, Ms. Johnson shall revise the current policy and procedures to include in detail, the steps the facility will take to ensure incident reports are documented and reported. This stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. 6. Within two (2) weeks after notification from the Division that the stipulations have been met for the policy and procedures related to nurture and care of children, discipline, and incident reports Ms. Johnson shall conduct a staff meeting with all staff members to discuss the policy and procedures. this stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. There has been one new staff member hired since my last visit. I reviewed the file and found it in compliance. One violation was cited today. Violation Number Comment Rule 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In Space 3, one child in attendance was not listed and marked present on the attendance sheet. GS 110-91(9) Compliance Statement Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation was corrected during the visit. Please send me a statement of on-going compliance for how you will maintain accurate attendance records on or before June 24, 2026. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. Please email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance Attendance I discussed with you and the classroom teacher the importance of accurate attendance records. In case of emergency these records would be used by your staff and emergency personnel to account for each child. Written Warning We discussed that the Written Warning must be posted for three months. We discussed each stipulation and the timeline for each included in the Written Warning. You made notes on the copy delivered today. We discussed that compliance with the written warning is of utmost importance and that failure to meet timelines for stipulations may result in more stringent action. New Director Please contact me with a start date and contact information for the new director. We discussed that you would send me contact information for the pastor and Human Resources Director as well for continued correspondence in regard to the Written Warning. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270 or Amy Italiano, Licensing Supervisor at amy.italiano@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-936-6065. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/3/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 6/3/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Admin Action Follow-Up Lic Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to review and monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements for an administrative action follow-up visit. A Written Warning was issued by the DCDEE to this facility on April 23, 2026. The compliance prior to today’s visit was 86 %. The facility currently operates with a GS 110-106 Letter issued June 19, 2014. Supervision, capacity, adequate/approved space, and general license requirements were monitored during today’s visit. Upon my arrival I rang the doorbell. I then walked around to the preschool classroom window to get the attention of the teacher. The teacher was able to assist me disable the lock and allow entrance. I visited the classroom to see if the teacher would assist me with locating Gale Johnson, Director, Ms. Johnson was cooking so I walked to the kitchen where she greeted me. I met with Ms. Johnson to discuss the visit and written warning. I delivered a copy of the Written Warning to the facility and reviewed the document with Ms. Johnson, April 27, 2026. The certified Written Warning was delivered to the facility June 4, 2026 and Ms. Johnson emailed me June 5, 2026. Since that time, Ms. Johnson has resigned her position and will be leaving by June 30, 2026. I observed the Written Warning on the parent bulletin board located in Classroom 3 today. A walk-through of the facility was completed today including all indoor areas. During the walk through, I observed children in the indoor learning environments and a teacher directed activity. I found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Nurturing and caring tones were heard throughout the facility. Permit restrictions were met. One child was not on the attendance sheet and marked present for the day. A violation was cited. The following stipulations were discussed: 1. The child care operator shall maintain compliance at all times with all applicable child care requirements including, but not limited to, the following: • Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09. 1802 and -1803(a)(9) regarding staff/child interactions and behavior management • Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(e) regarding incident reports. One violation was cited and corrected today. 2. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Gale Johnson, administrator, shall contact Jennifer Kappas, Child Care Resources Inc., telephone number 704-376-6697 ext. 370 , email jkappas@childcareresourcesinc.org, to arrange for the trainings: The Missing Piece: A Loving and Nurturing Environment for Children and Use Your Words: How Our Words Impact Children. No children shall be in care during this training. Ms. Johnson’s emailed Ms. Kappas April 29, 2026, to set up the trainings. Ms. Kappas reached out to me on May 4, 2026 to determine if an administrative staff member form the church should attend the training. I responded to Ms. Kappas and emailed Ms. Johnson that the pastor or a designated church administrative staff member should attend the trainings. Additionally, the new director of the child care facility will need to attend that trainings. The church is in the process of hiring a new director and Ms. Johnson will email me with the first day of employment for the staff member. Once the new director is in place, and the church has designated the administrative staff to attend the trianings, Ms. Kappas will schedule the courses. 3. Within two (2) weeks after the required training is completed, Ms. Johnson shall revise the current discipline policy and procedures to include, in detail, the steps the facility will take to ensure appropriate discipline for children. This stipulation is pending the employment of a new director and the completed training courses. 4. Within one (1) week after this Notice is received, Ms. Johnson shall contact Ms.Eddins-Smith to arrange for a review of completing and documenting Incident Reports. I scheduled this training with Ms. Johnson on April 27, 2026 to take place during the next unannounced visit. Since the new director is not in place today, this stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. 5. Within two (2) weeks after the required Incident Report training is completed, Ms. Johnson shall revise the current policy and procedures to include in detail, the steps the facility will take to ensure incident reports are documented and reported. This stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. 6. Within two (2) weeks after notification from the Division that the stipulations have been met for the policy and procedures related to nurture and care of children, discipline, and incident reports Ms. Johnson shall conduct a staff meeting with all staff members to discuss the policy and procedures. this stipulation is pending the employment of a new director. There has been one new staff member hired since my last visit. I reviewed the file and found it in compliance. One violation was cited today. Violation Number Comment Rule 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In Space 3, one child in attendance was not listed and marked present on the attendance sheet. GS 110-91(9) Compliance Statement Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation was corrected during the visit. Please send me a statement of on-going compliance for how you will maintain accurate attendance records on or before June 24, 2026. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. Please email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance Attendance I discussed with you and the classroom teacher the importance of accurate attendance records. In case of emergency these records would be used by your staff and emergency personnel to account for each child. Written Warning We discussed that the Written Warning must be posted for three months. We discussed each stipulation and the timeline for each included in the Written Warning. You made notes on the copy delivered today. We discussed that compliance with the written warning is of utmost importance and that failure to meet timelines for stipulations may result in more stringent action. New Director Please contact me with a start date and contact information for the new director. We discussed that you would send me contact information for the pastor and Human Resources Director as well for continued correspondence in regard to the Written Warning. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270 or Amy Italiano, Licensing Supervisor at amy.italiano@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-936-6065. 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 .0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0226-320L Visit Date: 3/4/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 3/4/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 280 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 02:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to obtain information regarding alleged violations of childcare requirements. The facility has a compliance history of 84 % prior to today’s visit. Supervision, capacity, ratio, adequate/approved space and general license requirements were monitored during today’s visit. Ms. Dora Nettles, Investigations Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. Upon arrival we were greeted by Shyla Davis, Teacher. Ms. Davis alerted Gale Johnson, Administrator we were at the facility. I stated the reason for the visit and shared we would need a private space share allegations and conduct interviews. I conducted a walk through the facility and observed preschool children participating in a dance activity. There was one (1) teacher present in the room. The other rooms are not currently in use. During the visit children ate lunch and transitioned to another room for afternoon rest. The allegations are as follows: A child was called a racial slur. A child was threatened with physical punishment. Food was withheld from a child as punishment. Children are antagonized, mistreated yelled at and belittled. A child’s hand was taken and made to hit the child in the mouth. There is a hostile, abusive and emotionally harmful environment. During today’s visit staff members and the administrator were interviewed by Ms. Nettles and Ms. Eddins-Smith. Staff stated that there is no video footage used inside the facility. I also reviewed the discipline policy, incident logs and incident reports. Incident reports reviewed did not contain the required information including a parent signature and date. A violation was cited. Findings: Based on interviews and review of documents the following allegations have been confirmed: A child was called a racial slur is confirmed. It was stated that following an incident resulting in injury, administrative staff stated: “that niglet ain’t hurt, he probably damaged my table more than he hurt his head.” A child was threatened with physical punishment is confirmed. Interviewees stated that often children are threatened with a pop in response to behavior. Children are antagonized, yelled at, mistreated and belittled is confirmed. During interviews it was stated that there is “a lot of yelling at the kids” and they are yelled at in a loud voice to “sit down”. It was stated that staff greet children as they enter the facility using tones that belittle children stating: “uggh here she/he comes” or “can you just be good today?”. A child’s hand was taken and made to hit self in the mouth. During dismissal, a witness stated the director displayed how they would discipline a child using “potty” words by taking the hand of a child and making the child pop themself with own hand. There is a hostile, abusive and emotionally harmful environment. Interviewees stated that staff members have a lot of mistrust and conflict. It was stated that teachers are reprimanded publicly with loud tones in front of the children. During interviews it was stated the workplace is toxic and stated there is an emotionally unhealthy environment for children and staff full of fear tactics for desired results. Based on interviews the following allegation is not confirmed: Food was withheld from a child as punishment. The following violations were cited: Incident Reports not signed by parent Violation Number Comment Rule 325 Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children. Interviewees stated that staff members have a lot of mistrust and conflict. It was stated that staff greet children as they enter the facility using tones that belittle children stating, “uggh here she/he comes” or “can you just be good today?”. .1802 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. Incident reports reviewed were not on the Incident Report Form provided by the NCDCDEE. The Incident Report form did not include a place for a parent’s signature or date and were not signed by a parent. The following items were not included in the report: Time of Incident, Age of Child, Type of Injury, Body Part Injured, Witnesses, Piece of Equipment Involved, Location of Incident, Cause of Injury and Steps to Prevent Reoccurrence. .0802 (e) 1876 A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. It was stated that children are reprimanded publicly with loud tones in front of the children. It was stated that there is “a lot of yelling at the kids” and they are yelled at in a loud voice to “sit down”. Interviewees stated that children are threatened with a pop in response to behavior. During dismissal, a witness stated the director displayed how they would discipline a child using “potty” words by taking the hand of a child and making the child pop themself with own hand. .1803(a)(9) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 18, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected as well as monitoring for on-going compliance. Additionally, a follow-up visit may be conducted. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance We discussed the following General Statute: § 110-91. Mandatory standards for a license. (10) Each operator or staff member shall attend to any child in a nurturing and appropriate manner, and in keeping with the child's developmental needs. 10A NCAC 09 .1803 PROHIBITED DISCIPLINE IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) No child shall be subjected to any form of corporal punishment by the owner, operator, director, or staff of any child care center. For purposes of this Rule, "staff" shall mean any regular or substitute caregiver, any volunteer, and any auxiliary personnel, including cooks, secretaries, janitors, maids, or vehicle drivers. The following shall apply at all child care centers: (1) no child shall be handled roughly in any way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking; (2) no child shall be placed in a locked room, closet, or box or be left alone in a room separated from staff; (3) no discipline shall be delegated to another child; (4) no food shall be withheld as punishment or given as a means of reward; (5) no child shall be disciplined for toileting accidents; (6) no child shall be disciplined for not sleeping during rest period; (7) no child shall be disciplined by assigning chores that require contact with or use of hazardous materials, such as cleaning bathrooms, floors, or emptying diaper pails; (8) physical activity, such as running laps and doing push-ups, shall not be withheld as punishment or required as punishment; (9) no child shall be yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened, or bullied; and (10) no child shall be restrained as a form of discipline unless the child's safety or the safety of others is at risk. For purposes of this Rule, "restraining" shall mean that a caregiver physically holds a child in a manner that restricts the child's movement, for a minimum amount of time necessary to ensure a safe environment. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Rule, no child shall be restrained through the use of heavy objects, including a caregiver's body, or any device such as straps, blankets, car seats, or cribs. (b) Discipline practices shall be age and developmentally appropriate. I suggest that all staff take additional training regarding transitions, appropriate methods for redirection and understanding of ages and stages of development including the Healthy Social Behaviors Project offered through Child Care Resources. We discussed and where to review all rules related to SECTION .2200 - ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS AND CIVIL PENALTIES and 10A NCAC 09 .2203 WRITTEN WARNINGS A written warning, which shall include a corrective action plan, may be issued to an operator in regard to any violation including, but not limited to, these situations: (1) a substantiation of one or more violations as a result of a complaint that do not meet the criteria for a maltreatment finding in accordance with G.S. 110-105.3(b)(3) but for which corrective action is needed; (2) citation of 16 or more violations of separate rules in a single visit where the operator does not meet the criteria of other administrative actions set forth in this Section; or (3) citation of one of the following violations on two consecutive visits: (a) supervision of children; (b) discipline, nurture, or care of children; (c) staff/child ratio; (d) group size; (e) licensed capacity; (f) permit restriction; (g) CPR training; (h) First Aid training; (i) ITS-SIDS training; and (j) criminal record check requirements regarding pre-service and three-year reassessments in accordance with G.S. 110-90.2(b). Incident Reports We discussed using and referring to the Incident Report Forms and the Incident Logs provided by the NCDCDEE to under Provider Documents and Forms to maintain compliance with reporting incidences to parents, obtaining required signature and using to recall the date and deadlines for record documentation and submission. We discussed that the Incident Reports should be kept in the Child’s file. The following rule outlines incident report requirements : 10A NCAC 09 .0802 EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE (e) The child care provider shall complete an incident report each time a child is injured as a result of an incident occurring while the child is in care. This incident report shall include: (1) facility identifying information; (2) the child's name; (3) date and time of the incident; (4) witness to the incident; (5) time the parent is notified of the incident and by whom; (6) piece of equipment involved, if applicable; (7) cause of injury, if applicable; (8) type of injury, if applicable; (9) body part injured, if applicable; (10) where the child received medical treatment, if applicable; (11) description of how and where the incident occurred, and the First Aid received; and (12) steps taken to prevent reoccurrence. This report shall be signed by the person completing it and by the parent, a copy given to the parent or the parent declining a copy and the report maintained in the child's file. A copy of the form may be found on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/pdf_forms/DCDEE-0058.pdf. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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 .1803 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0226-320L Visit Date: 3/4/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 3/4/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 280 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 02:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to obtain information regarding alleged violations of childcare requirements. The facility has a compliance history of 84 % prior to today’s visit. Supervision, capacity, ratio, adequate/approved space and general license requirements were monitored during today’s visit. Ms. Dora Nettles, Investigations Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. Upon arrival we were greeted by Shyla Davis, Teacher. Ms. Davis alerted Gale Johnson, Administrator we were at the facility. I stated the reason for the visit and shared we would need a private space share allegations and conduct interviews. I conducted a walk through the facility and observed preschool children participating in a dance activity. There was one (1) teacher present in the room. The other rooms are not currently in use. During the visit children ate lunch and transitioned to another room for afternoon rest. The allegations are as follows: A child was called a racial slur. A child was threatened with physical punishment. Food was withheld from a child as punishment. Children are antagonized, mistreated yelled at and belittled. A child’s hand was taken and made to hit the child in the mouth. There is a hostile, abusive and emotionally harmful environment. During today’s visit staff members and the administrator were interviewed by Ms. Nettles and Ms. Eddins-Smith. Staff stated that there is no video footage used inside the facility. I also reviewed the discipline policy, incident logs and incident reports. Incident reports reviewed did not contain the required information including a parent signature and date. A violation was cited. Findings: Based on interviews and review of documents the following allegations have been confirmed: A child was called a racial slur is confirmed. It was stated that following an incident resulting in injury, administrative staff stated: “that niglet ain’t hurt, he probably damaged my table more than he hurt his head.” A child was threatened with physical punishment is confirmed. Interviewees stated that often children are threatened with a pop in response to behavior. Children are antagonized, yelled at, mistreated and belittled is confirmed. During interviews it was stated that there is “a lot of yelling at the kids” and they are yelled at in a loud voice to “sit down”. It was stated that staff greet children as they enter the facility using tones that belittle children stating: “uggh here she/he comes” or “can you just be good today?”. A child’s hand was taken and made to hit self in the mouth. During dismissal, a witness stated the director displayed how they would discipline a child using “potty” words by taking the hand of a child and making the child pop themself with own hand. There is a hostile, abusive and emotionally harmful environment. Interviewees stated that staff members have a lot of mistrust and conflict. It was stated that teachers are reprimanded publicly with loud tones in front of the children. During interviews it was stated the workplace is toxic and stated there is an emotionally unhealthy environment for children and staff full of fear tactics for desired results. Based on interviews the following allegation is not confirmed: Food was withheld from a child as punishment. The following violations were cited: Incident Reports not signed by parent Violation Number Comment Rule 325 Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children. Interviewees stated that staff members have a lot of mistrust and conflict. It was stated that staff greet children as they enter the facility using tones that belittle children stating, “uggh here she/he comes” or “can you just be good today?”. .1802 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. Incident reports reviewed were not on the Incident Report Form provided by the NCDCDEE. The Incident Report form did not include a place for a parent’s signature or date and were not signed by a parent. The following items were not included in the report: Time of Incident, Age of Child, Type of Injury, Body Part Injured, Witnesses, Piece of Equipment Involved, Location of Incident, Cause of Injury and Steps to Prevent Reoccurrence. .0802 (e) 1876 A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. It was stated that children are reprimanded publicly with loud tones in front of the children. It was stated that there is “a lot of yelling at the kids” and they are yelled at in a loud voice to “sit down”. Interviewees stated that children are threatened with a pop in response to behavior. During dismissal, a witness stated the director displayed how they would discipline a child using “potty” words by taking the hand of a child and making the child pop themself with own hand. .1803(a)(9) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 18, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected as well as monitoring for on-going compliance. Additionally, a follow-up visit may be conducted. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance We discussed the following General Statute: § 110-91. Mandatory standards for a license. (10) Each operator or staff member shall attend to any child in a nurturing and appropriate manner, and in keeping with the child's developmental needs. 10A NCAC 09 .1803 PROHIBITED DISCIPLINE IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) No child shall be subjected to any form of corporal punishment by the owner, operator, director, or staff of any child care center. For purposes of this Rule, "staff" shall mean any regular or substitute caregiver, any volunteer, and any auxiliary personnel, including cooks, secretaries, janitors, maids, or vehicle drivers. The following shall apply at all child care centers: (1) no child shall be handled roughly in any way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking; (2) no child shall be placed in a locked room, closet, or box or be left alone in a room separated from staff; (3) no discipline shall be delegated to another child; (4) no food shall be withheld as punishment or given as a means of reward; (5) no child shall be disciplined for toileting accidents; (6) no child shall be disciplined for not sleeping during rest period; (7) no child shall be disciplined by assigning chores that require contact with or use of hazardous materials, such as cleaning bathrooms, floors, or emptying diaper pails; (8) physical activity, such as running laps and doing push-ups, shall not be withheld as punishment or required as punishment; (9) no child shall be yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened, or bullied; and (10) no child shall be restrained as a form of discipline unless the child's safety or the safety of others is at risk. For purposes of this Rule, "restraining" shall mean that a caregiver physically holds a child in a manner that restricts the child's movement, for a minimum amount of time necessary to ensure a safe environment. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Rule, no child shall be restrained through the use of heavy objects, including a caregiver's body, or any device such as straps, blankets, car seats, or cribs. (b) Discipline practices shall be age and developmentally appropriate. I suggest that all staff take additional training regarding transitions, appropriate methods for redirection and understanding of ages and stages of development including the Healthy Social Behaviors Project offered through Child Care Resources. We discussed and where to review all rules related to SECTION .2200 - ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS AND CIVIL PENALTIES and 10A NCAC 09 .2203 WRITTEN WARNINGS A written warning, which shall include a corrective action plan, may be issued to an operator in regard to any violation including, but not limited to, these situations: (1) a substantiation of one or more violations as a result of a complaint that do not meet the criteria for a maltreatment finding in accordance with G.S. 110-105.3(b)(3) but for which corrective action is needed; (2) citation of 16 or more violations of separate rules in a single visit where the operator does not meet the criteria of other administrative actions set forth in this Section; or (3) citation of one of the following violations on two consecutive visits: (a) supervision of children; (b) discipline, nurture, or care of children; (c) staff/child ratio; (d) group size; (e) licensed capacity; (f) permit restriction; (g) CPR training; (h) First Aid training; (i) ITS-SIDS training; and (j) criminal record check requirements regarding pre-service and three-year reassessments in accordance with G.S. 110-90.2(b). Incident Reports We discussed using and referring to the Incident Report Forms and the Incident Logs provided by the NCDCDEE to under Provider Documents and Forms to maintain compliance with reporting incidences to parents, obtaining required signature and using to recall the date and deadlines for record documentation and submission. We discussed that the Incident Reports should be kept in the Child’s file. The following rule outlines incident report requirements : 10A NCAC 09 .0802 EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE (e) The child care provider shall complete an incident report each time a child is injured as a result of an incident occurring while the child is in care. This incident report shall include: (1) facility identifying information; (2) the child's name; (3) date and time of the incident; (4) witness to the incident; (5) time the parent is notified of the incident and by whom; (6) piece of equipment involved, if applicable; (7) cause of injury, if applicable; (8) type of injury, if applicable; (9) body part injured, if applicable; (10) where the child received medical treatment, if applicable; (11) description of how and where the incident occurred, and the First Aid received; and (12) steps taken to prevent reoccurrence. This report shall be signed by the person completing it and by the parent, a copy given to the parent or the parent declining a copy and the report maintained in the child's file. A copy of the form may be found on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/pdf_forms/DCDEE-0058.pdf. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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 .2203 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0226-320L Visit Date: 3/4/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 3/4/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 280 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 02:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to obtain information regarding alleged violations of childcare requirements. The facility has a compliance history of 84 % prior to today’s visit. Supervision, capacity, ratio, adequate/approved space and general license requirements were monitored during today’s visit. Ms. Dora Nettles, Investigations Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. Upon arrival we were greeted by Shyla Davis, Teacher. Ms. Davis alerted Gale Johnson, Administrator we were at the facility. I stated the reason for the visit and shared we would need a private space share allegations and conduct interviews. I conducted a walk through the facility and observed preschool children participating in a dance activity. There was one (1) teacher present in the room. The other rooms are not currently in use. During the visit children ate lunch and transitioned to another room for afternoon rest. The allegations are as follows: A child was called a racial slur. A child was threatened with physical punishment. Food was withheld from a child as punishment. Children are antagonized, mistreated yelled at and belittled. A child’s hand was taken and made to hit the child in the mouth. There is a hostile, abusive and emotionally harmful environment. During today’s visit staff members and the administrator were interviewed by Ms. Nettles and Ms. Eddins-Smith. Staff stated that there is no video footage used inside the facility. I also reviewed the discipline policy, incident logs and incident reports. Incident reports reviewed did not contain the required information including a parent signature and date. A violation was cited. Findings: Based on interviews and review of documents the following allegations have been confirmed: A child was called a racial slur is confirmed. It was stated that following an incident resulting in injury, administrative staff stated: “that niglet ain’t hurt, he probably damaged my table more than he hurt his head.” A child was threatened with physical punishment is confirmed. Interviewees stated that often children are threatened with a pop in response to behavior. Children are antagonized, yelled at, mistreated and belittled is confirmed. During interviews it was stated that there is “a lot of yelling at the kids” and they are yelled at in a loud voice to “sit down”. It was stated that staff greet children as they enter the facility using tones that belittle children stating: “uggh here she/he comes” or “can you just be good today?”. A child’s hand was taken and made to hit self in the mouth. During dismissal, a witness stated the director displayed how they would discipline a child using “potty” words by taking the hand of a child and making the child pop themself with own hand. There is a hostile, abusive and emotionally harmful environment. Interviewees stated that staff members have a lot of mistrust and conflict. It was stated that teachers are reprimanded publicly with loud tones in front of the children. During interviews it was stated the workplace is toxic and stated there is an emotionally unhealthy environment for children and staff full of fear tactics for desired results. Based on interviews the following allegation is not confirmed: Food was withheld from a child as punishment. The following violations were cited: Incident Reports not signed by parent Violation Number Comment Rule 325 Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children. Interviewees stated that staff members have a lot of mistrust and conflict. It was stated that staff greet children as they enter the facility using tones that belittle children stating, “uggh here she/he comes” or “can you just be good today?”. .1802 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. Incident reports reviewed were not on the Incident Report Form provided by the NCDCDEE. The Incident Report form did not include a place for a parent’s signature or date and were not signed by a parent. The following items were not included in the report: Time of Incident, Age of Child, Type of Injury, Body Part Injured, Witnesses, Piece of Equipment Involved, Location of Incident, Cause of Injury and Steps to Prevent Reoccurrence. .0802 (e) 1876 A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. It was stated that children are reprimanded publicly with loud tones in front of the children. It was stated that there is “a lot of yelling at the kids” and they are yelled at in a loud voice to “sit down”. Interviewees stated that children are threatened with a pop in response to behavior. During dismissal, a witness stated the director displayed how they would discipline a child using “potty” words by taking the hand of a child and making the child pop themself with own hand. .1803(a)(9) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 18, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected as well as monitoring for on-going compliance. Additionally, a follow-up visit may be conducted. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance We discussed the following General Statute: § 110-91. Mandatory standards for a license. (10) Each operator or staff member shall attend to any child in a nurturing and appropriate manner, and in keeping with the child's developmental needs. 10A NCAC 09 .1803 PROHIBITED DISCIPLINE IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) No child shall be subjected to any form of corporal punishment by the owner, operator, director, or staff of any child care center. For purposes of this Rule, "staff" shall mean any regular or substitute caregiver, any volunteer, and any auxiliary personnel, including cooks, secretaries, janitors, maids, or vehicle drivers. The following shall apply at all child care centers: (1) no child shall be handled roughly in any way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking; (2) no child shall be placed in a locked room, closet, or box or be left alone in a room separated from staff; (3) no discipline shall be delegated to another child; (4) no food shall be withheld as punishment or given as a means of reward; (5) no child shall be disciplined for toileting accidents; (6) no child shall be disciplined for not sleeping during rest period; (7) no child shall be disciplined by assigning chores that require contact with or use of hazardous materials, such as cleaning bathrooms, floors, or emptying diaper pails; (8) physical activity, such as running laps and doing push-ups, shall not be withheld as punishment or required as punishment; (9) no child shall be yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened, or bullied; and (10) no child shall be restrained as a form of discipline unless the child's safety or the safety of others is at risk. For purposes of this Rule, "restraining" shall mean that a caregiver physically holds a child in a manner that restricts the child's movement, for a minimum amount of time necessary to ensure a safe environment. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Rule, no child shall be restrained through the use of heavy objects, including a caregiver's body, or any device such as straps, blankets, car seats, or cribs. (b) Discipline practices shall be age and developmentally appropriate. I suggest that all staff take additional training regarding transitions, appropriate methods for redirection and understanding of ages and stages of development including the Healthy Social Behaviors Project offered through Child Care Resources. We discussed and where to review all rules related to SECTION .2200 - ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS AND CIVIL PENALTIES and 10A NCAC 09 .2203 WRITTEN WARNINGS A written warning, which shall include a corrective action plan, may be issued to an operator in regard to any violation including, but not limited to, these situations: (1) a substantiation of one or more violations as a result of a complaint that do not meet the criteria for a maltreatment finding in accordance with G.S. 110-105.3(b)(3) but for which corrective action is needed; (2) citation of 16 or more violations of separate rules in a single visit where the operator does not meet the criteria of other administrative actions set forth in this Section; or (3) citation of one of the following violations on two consecutive visits: (a) supervision of children; (b) discipline, nurture, or care of children; (c) staff/child ratio; (d) group size; (e) licensed capacity; (f) permit restriction; (g) CPR training; (h) First Aid training; (i) ITS-SIDS training; and (j) criminal record check requirements regarding pre-service and three-year reassessments in accordance with G.S. 110-90.2(b). Incident Reports We discussed using and referring to the Incident Report Forms and the Incident Logs provided by the NCDCDEE to under Provider Documents and Forms to maintain compliance with reporting incidences to parents, obtaining required signature and using to recall the date and deadlines for record documentation and submission. We discussed that the Incident Reports should be kept in the Child’s file. The following rule outlines incident report requirements : 10A NCAC 09 .0802 EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE (e) The child care provider shall complete an incident report each time a child is injured as a result of an incident occurring while the child is in care. This incident report shall include: (1) facility identifying information; (2) the child's name; (3) date and time of the incident; (4) witness to the incident; (5) time the parent is notified of the incident and by whom; (6) piece of equipment involved, if applicable; (7) cause of injury, if applicable; (8) type of injury, if applicable; (9) body part injured, if applicable; (10) where the child received medical treatment, if applicable; (11) description of how and where the incident occurred, and the First Aid received; and (12) steps taken to prevent reoccurrence. This report shall be signed by the person completing it and by the parent, a copy given to the parent or the parent declining a copy and the report maintained in the child's file. A copy of the form may be found on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/pdf_forms/DCDEE-0058.pdf. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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. 110-105 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0226-320L Visit Date: 3/4/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 3/4/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 280 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 02:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to obtain information regarding alleged violations of childcare requirements. The facility has a compliance history of 84 % prior to today’s visit. Supervision, capacity, ratio, adequate/approved space and general license requirements were monitored during today’s visit. Ms. Dora Nettles, Investigations Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. Upon arrival we were greeted by Shyla Davis, Teacher. Ms. Davis alerted Gale Johnson, Administrator we were at the facility. I stated the reason for the visit and shared we would need a private space share allegations and conduct interviews. I conducted a walk through the facility and observed preschool children participating in a dance activity. There was one (1) teacher present in the room. The other rooms are not currently in use. During the visit children ate lunch and transitioned to another room for afternoon rest. The allegations are as follows: A child was called a racial slur. A child was threatened with physical punishment. Food was withheld from a child as punishment. Children are antagonized, mistreated yelled at and belittled. A child’s hand was taken and made to hit the child in the mouth. There is a hostile, abusive and emotionally harmful environment. During today’s visit staff members and the administrator were interviewed by Ms. Nettles and Ms. Eddins-Smith. Staff stated that there is no video footage used inside the facility. I also reviewed the discipline policy, incident logs and incident reports. Incident reports reviewed did not contain the required information including a parent signature and date. A violation was cited. Findings: Based on interviews and review of documents the following allegations have been confirmed: A child was called a racial slur is confirmed. It was stated that following an incident resulting in injury, administrative staff stated: “that niglet ain’t hurt, he probably damaged my table more than he hurt his head.” A child was threatened with physical punishment is confirmed. Interviewees stated that often children are threatened with a pop in response to behavior. Children are antagonized, yelled at, mistreated and belittled is confirmed. During interviews it was stated that there is “a lot of yelling at the kids” and they are yelled at in a loud voice to “sit down”. It was stated that staff greet children as they enter the facility using tones that belittle children stating: “uggh here she/he comes” or “can you just be good today?”. A child’s hand was taken and made to hit self in the mouth. During dismissal, a witness stated the director displayed how they would discipline a child using “potty” words by taking the hand of a child and making the child pop themself with own hand. There is a hostile, abusive and emotionally harmful environment. Interviewees stated that staff members have a lot of mistrust and conflict. It was stated that teachers are reprimanded publicly with loud tones in front of the children. During interviews it was stated the workplace is toxic and stated there is an emotionally unhealthy environment for children and staff full of fear tactics for desired results. Based on interviews the following allegation is not confirmed: Food was withheld from a child as punishment. The following violations were cited: Incident Reports not signed by parent Violation Number Comment Rule 325 Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children. Interviewees stated that staff members have a lot of mistrust and conflict. It was stated that staff greet children as they enter the facility using tones that belittle children stating, “uggh here she/he comes” or “can you just be good today?”. .1802 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. Incident reports reviewed were not on the Incident Report Form provided by the NCDCDEE. The Incident Report form did not include a place for a parent’s signature or date and were not signed by a parent. The following items were not included in the report: Time of Incident, Age of Child, Type of Injury, Body Part Injured, Witnesses, Piece of Equipment Involved, Location of Incident, Cause of Injury and Steps to Prevent Reoccurrence. .0802 (e) 1876 A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. It was stated that children are reprimanded publicly with loud tones in front of the children. It was stated that there is “a lot of yelling at the kids” and they are yelled at in a loud voice to “sit down”. Interviewees stated that children are threatened with a pop in response to behavior. During dismissal, a witness stated the director displayed how they would discipline a child using “potty” words by taking the hand of a child and making the child pop themself with own hand. .1803(a)(9) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 18, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected as well as monitoring for on-going compliance. Additionally, a follow-up visit may be conducted. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance We discussed the following General Statute: § 110-91. Mandatory standards for a license. (10) Each operator or staff member shall attend to any child in a nurturing and appropriate manner, and in keeping with the child's developmental needs. 10A NCAC 09 .1803 PROHIBITED DISCIPLINE IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) No child shall be subjected to any form of corporal punishment by the owner, operator, director, or staff of any child care center. For purposes of this Rule, "staff" shall mean any regular or substitute caregiver, any volunteer, and any auxiliary personnel, including cooks, secretaries, janitors, maids, or vehicle drivers. The following shall apply at all child care centers: (1) no child shall be handled roughly in any way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking; (2) no child shall be placed in a locked room, closet, or box or be left alone in a room separated from staff; (3) no discipline shall be delegated to another child; (4) no food shall be withheld as punishment or given as a means of reward; (5) no child shall be disciplined for toileting accidents; (6) no child shall be disciplined for not sleeping during rest period; (7) no child shall be disciplined by assigning chores that require contact with or use of hazardous materials, such as cleaning bathrooms, floors, or emptying diaper pails; (8) physical activity, such as running laps and doing push-ups, shall not be withheld as punishment or required as punishment; (9) no child shall be yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened, or bullied; and (10) no child shall be restrained as a form of discipline unless the child's safety or the safety of others is at risk. For purposes of this Rule, "restraining" shall mean that a caregiver physically holds a child in a manner that restricts the child's movement, for a minimum amount of time necessary to ensure a safe environment. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Rule, no child shall be restrained through the use of heavy objects, including a caregiver's body, or any device such as straps, blankets, car seats, or cribs. (b) Discipline practices shall be age and developmentally appropriate. I suggest that all staff take additional training regarding transitions, appropriate methods for redirection and understanding of ages and stages of development including the Healthy Social Behaviors Project offered through Child Care Resources. We discussed and where to review all rules related to SECTION .2200 - ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS AND CIVIL PENALTIES and 10A NCAC 09 .2203 WRITTEN WARNINGS A written warning, which shall include a corrective action plan, may be issued to an operator in regard to any violation including, but not limited to, these situations: (1) a substantiation of one or more violations as a result of a complaint that do not meet the criteria for a maltreatment finding in accordance with G.S. 110-105.3(b)(3) but for which corrective action is needed; (2) citation of 16 or more violations of separate rules in a single visit where the operator does not meet the criteria of other administrative actions set forth in this Section; or (3) citation of one of the following violations on two consecutive visits: (a) supervision of children; (b) discipline, nurture, or care of children; (c) staff/child ratio; (d) group size; (e) licensed capacity; (f) permit restriction; (g) CPR training; (h) First Aid training; (i) ITS-SIDS training; and (j) criminal record check requirements regarding pre-service and three-year reassessments in accordance with G.S. 110-90.2(b). Incident Reports We discussed using and referring to the Incident Report Forms and the Incident Logs provided by the NCDCDEE to under Provider Documents and Forms to maintain compliance with reporting incidences to parents, obtaining required signature and using to recall the date and deadlines for record documentation and submission. We discussed that the Incident Reports should be kept in the Child’s file. The following rule outlines incident report requirements : 10A NCAC 09 .0802 EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE (e) The child care provider shall complete an incident report each time a child is injured as a result of an incident occurring while the child is in care. This incident report shall include: (1) facility identifying information; (2) the child's name; (3) date and time of the incident; (4) witness to the incident; (5) time the parent is notified of the incident and by whom; (6) piece of equipment involved, if applicable; (7) cause of injury, if applicable; (8) type of injury, if applicable; (9) body part injured, if applicable; (10) where the child received medical treatment, if applicable; (11) description of how and where the incident occurred, and the First Aid received; and (12) steps taken to prevent reoccurrence. This report shall be signed by the person completing it and by the parent, a copy given to the parent or the parent declining a copy and the report maintained in the child's file. A copy of the form may be found on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/pdf_forms/DCDEE-0058.pdf. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0226-320L Visit Date: 3/4/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 3/4/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 280 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 02:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to obtain information regarding alleged violations of childcare requirements. The facility has a compliance history of 84 % prior to today’s visit. Supervision, capacity, ratio, adequate/approved space and general license requirements were monitored during today’s visit. Ms. Dora Nettles, Investigations Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. Upon arrival we were greeted by Shyla Davis, Teacher. Ms. Davis alerted Gale Johnson, Administrator we were at the facility. I stated the reason for the visit and shared we would need a private space share allegations and conduct interviews. I conducted a walk through the facility and observed preschool children participating in a dance activity. There was one (1) teacher present in the room. The other rooms are not currently in use. During the visit children ate lunch and transitioned to another room for afternoon rest. The allegations are as follows: A child was called a racial slur. A child was threatened with physical punishment. Food was withheld from a child as punishment. Children are antagonized, mistreated yelled at and belittled. A child’s hand was taken and made to hit the child in the mouth. There is a hostile, abusive and emotionally harmful environment. During today’s visit staff members and the administrator were interviewed by Ms. Nettles and Ms. Eddins-Smith. Staff stated that there is no video footage used inside the facility. I also reviewed the discipline policy, incident logs and incident reports. Incident reports reviewed did not contain the required information including a parent signature and date. A violation was cited. Findings: Based on interviews and review of documents the following allegations have been confirmed: A child was called a racial slur is confirmed. It was stated that following an incident resulting in injury, administrative staff stated: “that niglet ain’t hurt, he probably damaged my table more than he hurt his head.” A child was threatened with physical punishment is confirmed. Interviewees stated that often children are threatened with a pop in response to behavior. Children are antagonized, yelled at, mistreated and belittled is confirmed. During interviews it was stated that there is “a lot of yelling at the kids” and they are yelled at in a loud voice to “sit down”. It was stated that staff greet children as they enter the facility using tones that belittle children stating: “uggh here she/he comes” or “can you just be good today?”. A child’s hand was taken and made to hit self in the mouth. During dismissal, a witness stated the director displayed how they would discipline a child using “potty” words by taking the hand of a child and making the child pop themself with own hand. There is a hostile, abusive and emotionally harmful environment. Interviewees stated that staff members have a lot of mistrust and conflict. It was stated that teachers are reprimanded publicly with loud tones in front of the children. During interviews it was stated the workplace is toxic and stated there is an emotionally unhealthy environment for children and staff full of fear tactics for desired results. Based on interviews the following allegation is not confirmed: Food was withheld from a child as punishment. The following violations were cited: Incident Reports not signed by parent Violation Number Comment Rule 325 Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children. Interviewees stated that staff members have a lot of mistrust and conflict. It was stated that staff greet children as they enter the facility using tones that belittle children stating, “uggh here she/he comes” or “can you just be good today?”. .1802 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. Incident reports reviewed were not on the Incident Report Form provided by the NCDCDEE. The Incident Report form did not include a place for a parent’s signature or date and were not signed by a parent. The following items were not included in the report: Time of Incident, Age of Child, Type of Injury, Body Part Injured, Witnesses, Piece of Equipment Involved, Location of Incident, Cause of Injury and Steps to Prevent Reoccurrence. .0802 (e) 1876 A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. It was stated that children are reprimanded publicly with loud tones in front of the children. It was stated that there is “a lot of yelling at the kids” and they are yelled at in a loud voice to “sit down”. Interviewees stated that children are threatened with a pop in response to behavior. During dismissal, a witness stated the director displayed how they would discipline a child using “potty” words by taking the hand of a child and making the child pop themself with own hand. .1803(a)(9) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 18, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected as well as monitoring for on-going compliance. Additionally, a follow-up visit may be conducted. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance We discussed the following General Statute: § 110-91. Mandatory standards for a license. (10) Each operator or staff member shall attend to any child in a nurturing and appropriate manner, and in keeping with the child's developmental needs. 10A NCAC 09 .1803 PROHIBITED DISCIPLINE IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) No child shall be subjected to any form of corporal punishment by the owner, operator, director, or staff of any child care center. For purposes of this Rule, "staff" shall mean any regular or substitute caregiver, any volunteer, and any auxiliary personnel, including cooks, secretaries, janitors, maids, or vehicle drivers. The following shall apply at all child care centers: (1) no child shall be handled roughly in any way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking; (2) no child shall be placed in a locked room, closet, or box or be left alone in a room separated from staff; (3) no discipline shall be delegated to another child; (4) no food shall be withheld as punishment or given as a means of reward; (5) no child shall be disciplined for toileting accidents; (6) no child shall be disciplined for not sleeping during rest period; (7) no child shall be disciplined by assigning chores that require contact with or use of hazardous materials, such as cleaning bathrooms, floors, or emptying diaper pails; (8) physical activity, such as running laps and doing push-ups, shall not be withheld as punishment or required as punishment; (9) no child shall be yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened, or bullied; and (10) no child shall be restrained as a form of discipline unless the child's safety or the safety of others is at risk. For purposes of this Rule, "restraining" shall mean that a caregiver physically holds a child in a manner that restricts the child's movement, for a minimum amount of time necessary to ensure a safe environment. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Rule, no child shall be restrained through the use of heavy objects, including a caregiver's body, or any device such as straps, blankets, car seats, or cribs. (b) Discipline practices shall be age and developmentally appropriate. I suggest that all staff take additional training regarding transitions, appropriate methods for redirection and understanding of ages and stages of development including the Healthy Social Behaviors Project offered through Child Care Resources. We discussed and where to review all rules related to SECTION .2200 - ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS AND CIVIL PENALTIES and 10A NCAC 09 .2203 WRITTEN WARNINGS A written warning, which shall include a corrective action plan, may be issued to an operator in regard to any violation including, but not limited to, these situations: (1) a substantiation of one or more violations as a result of a complaint that do not meet the criteria for a maltreatment finding in accordance with G.S. 110-105.3(b)(3) but for which corrective action is needed; (2) citation of 16 or more violations of separate rules in a single visit where the operator does not meet the criteria of other administrative actions set forth in this Section; or (3) citation of one of the following violations on two consecutive visits: (a) supervision of children; (b) discipline, nurture, or care of children; (c) staff/child ratio; (d) group size; (e) licensed capacity; (f) permit restriction; (g) CPR training; (h) First Aid training; (i) ITS-SIDS training; and (j) criminal record check requirements regarding pre-service and three-year reassessments in accordance with G.S. 110-90.2(b). Incident Reports We discussed using and referring to the Incident Report Forms and the Incident Logs provided by the NCDCDEE to under Provider Documents and Forms to maintain compliance with reporting incidences to parents, obtaining required signature and using to recall the date and deadlines for record documentation and submission. We discussed that the Incident Reports should be kept in the Child’s file. The following rule outlines incident report requirements : 10A NCAC 09 .0802 EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE (e) The child care provider shall complete an incident report each time a child is injured as a result of an incident occurring while the child is in care. This incident report shall include: (1) facility identifying information; (2) the child's name; (3) date and time of the incident; (4) witness to the incident; (5) time the parent is notified of the incident and by whom; (6) piece of equipment involved, if applicable; (7) cause of injury, if applicable; (8) type of injury, if applicable; (9) body part injured, if applicable; (10) where the child received medical treatment, if applicable; (11) description of how and where the incident occurred, and the First Aid received; and (12) steps taken to prevent reoccurrence. This report shall be signed by the person completing it and by the parent, a copy given to the parent or the parent declining a copy and the report maintained in the child's file. A copy of the form may be found on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/pdf_forms/DCDEE-0058.pdf. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0226-320L Visit Date: 3/4/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 3/4/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 280 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 02:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to obtain information regarding alleged violations of childcare requirements. The facility has a compliance history of 84 % prior to today’s visit. Supervision, capacity, ratio, adequate/approved space and general license requirements were monitored during today’s visit. Ms. Dora Nettles, Investigations Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. Upon arrival we were greeted by Shyla Davis, Teacher. Ms. Davis alerted Gale Johnson, Administrator we were at the facility. I stated the reason for the visit and shared we would need a private space share allegations and conduct interviews. I conducted a walk through the facility and observed preschool children participating in a dance activity. There was one (1) teacher present in the room. The other rooms are not currently in use. During the visit children ate lunch and transitioned to another room for afternoon rest. The allegations are as follows: A child was called a racial slur. A child was threatened with physical punishment. Food was withheld from a child as punishment. Children are antagonized, mistreated yelled at and belittled. A child’s hand was taken and made to hit the child in the mouth. There is a hostile, abusive and emotionally harmful environment. During today’s visit staff members and the administrator were interviewed by Ms. Nettles and Ms. Eddins-Smith. Staff stated that there is no video footage used inside the facility. I also reviewed the discipline policy, incident logs and incident reports. Incident reports reviewed did not contain the required information including a parent signature and date. A violation was cited. Findings: Based on interviews and review of documents the following allegations have been confirmed: A child was called a racial slur is confirmed. It was stated that following an incident resulting in injury, administrative staff stated: “that niglet ain’t hurt, he probably damaged my table more than he hurt his head.” A child was threatened with physical punishment is confirmed. Interviewees stated that often children are threatened with a pop in response to behavior. Children are antagonized, yelled at, mistreated and belittled is confirmed. During interviews it was stated that there is “a lot of yelling at the kids” and they are yelled at in a loud voice to “sit down”. It was stated that staff greet children as they enter the facility using tones that belittle children stating: “uggh here she/he comes” or “can you just be good today?”. A child’s hand was taken and made to hit self in the mouth. During dismissal, a witness stated the director displayed how they would discipline a child using “potty” words by taking the hand of a child and making the child pop themself with own hand. There is a hostile, abusive and emotionally harmful environment. Interviewees stated that staff members have a lot of mistrust and conflict. It was stated that teachers are reprimanded publicly with loud tones in front of the children. During interviews it was stated the workplace is toxic and stated there is an emotionally unhealthy environment for children and staff full of fear tactics for desired results. Based on interviews the following allegation is not confirmed: Food was withheld from a child as punishment. The following violations were cited: Incident Reports not signed by parent Violation Number Comment Rule 325 Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children. Interviewees stated that staff members have a lot of mistrust and conflict. It was stated that staff greet children as they enter the facility using tones that belittle children stating, “uggh here she/he comes” or “can you just be good today?”. .1802 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. Incident reports reviewed were not on the Incident Report Form provided by the NCDCDEE. The Incident Report form did not include a place for a parent’s signature or date and were not signed by a parent. The following items were not included in the report: Time of Incident, Age of Child, Type of Injury, Body Part Injured, Witnesses, Piece of Equipment Involved, Location of Incident, Cause of Injury and Steps to Prevent Reoccurrence. .0802 (e) 1876 A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. It was stated that children are reprimanded publicly with loud tones in front of the children. It was stated that there is “a lot of yelling at the kids” and they are yelled at in a loud voice to “sit down”. Interviewees stated that children are threatened with a pop in response to behavior. During dismissal, a witness stated the director displayed how they would discipline a child using “potty” words by taking the hand of a child and making the child pop themself with own hand. .1803(a)(9) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 18, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected as well as monitoring for on-going compliance. Additionally, a follow-up visit may be conducted. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance We discussed the following General Statute: § 110-91. Mandatory standards for a license. (10) Each operator or staff member shall attend to any child in a nurturing and appropriate manner, and in keeping with the child's developmental needs. 10A NCAC 09 .1803 PROHIBITED DISCIPLINE IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) No child shall be subjected to any form of corporal punishment by the owner, operator, director, or staff of any child care center. For purposes of this Rule, "staff" shall mean any regular or substitute caregiver, any volunteer, and any auxiliary personnel, including cooks, secretaries, janitors, maids, or vehicle drivers. The following shall apply at all child care centers: (1) no child shall be handled roughly in any way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking; (2) no child shall be placed in a locked room, closet, or box or be left alone in a room separated from staff; (3) no discipline shall be delegated to another child; (4) no food shall be withheld as punishment or given as a means of reward; (5) no child shall be disciplined for toileting accidents; (6) no child shall be disciplined for not sleeping during rest period; (7) no child shall be disciplined by assigning chores that require contact with or use of hazardous materials, such as cleaning bathrooms, floors, or emptying diaper pails; (8) physical activity, such as running laps and doing push-ups, shall not be withheld as punishment or required as punishment; (9) no child shall be yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened, or bullied; and (10) no child shall be restrained as a form of discipline unless the child's safety or the safety of others is at risk. For purposes of this Rule, "restraining" shall mean that a caregiver physically holds a child in a manner that restricts the child's movement, for a minimum amount of time necessary to ensure a safe environment. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Rule, no child shall be restrained through the use of heavy objects, including a caregiver's body, or any device such as straps, blankets, car seats, or cribs. (b) Discipline practices shall be age and developmentally appropriate. I suggest that all staff take additional training regarding transitions, appropriate methods for redirection and understanding of ages and stages of development including the Healthy Social Behaviors Project offered through Child Care Resources. We discussed and where to review all rules related to SECTION .2200 - ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS AND CIVIL PENALTIES and 10A NCAC 09 .2203 WRITTEN WARNINGS A written warning, which shall include a corrective action plan, may be issued to an operator in regard to any violation including, but not limited to, these situations: (1) a substantiation of one or more violations as a result of a complaint that do not meet the criteria for a maltreatment finding in accordance with G.S. 110-105.3(b)(3) but for which corrective action is needed; (2) citation of 16 or more violations of separate rules in a single visit where the operator does not meet the criteria of other administrative actions set forth in this Section; or (3) citation of one of the following violations on two consecutive visits: (a) supervision of children; (b) discipline, nurture, or care of children; (c) staff/child ratio; (d) group size; (e) licensed capacity; (f) permit restriction; (g) CPR training; (h) First Aid training; (i) ITS-SIDS training; and (j) criminal record check requirements regarding pre-service and three-year reassessments in accordance with G.S. 110-90.2(b). Incident Reports We discussed using and referring to the Incident Report Forms and the Incident Logs provided by the NCDCDEE to under Provider Documents and Forms to maintain compliance with reporting incidences to parents, obtaining required signature and using to recall the date and deadlines for record documentation and submission. We discussed that the Incident Reports should be kept in the Child’s file. The following rule outlines incident report requirements : 10A NCAC 09 .0802 EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE (e) The child care provider shall complete an incident report each time a child is injured as a result of an incident occurring while the child is in care. This incident report shall include: (1) facility identifying information; (2) the child's name; (3) date and time of the incident; (4) witness to the incident; (5) time the parent is notified of the incident and by whom; (6) piece of equipment involved, if applicable; (7) cause of injury, if applicable; (8) type of injury, if applicable; (9) body part injured, if applicable; (10) where the child received medical treatment, if applicable; (11) description of how and where the incident occurred, and the First Aid received; and (12) steps taken to prevent reoccurrence. This report shall be signed by the person completing it and by the parent, a copy given to the parent or the parent declining a copy and the report maintained in the child's file. A copy of the form may be found on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/pdf_forms/DCDEE-0058.pdf. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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 .0801 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/4/2025 Number Present: 28 Completed Date: 8/4/2025 Age: From 3 To 12 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 01:20 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 the annual compliance visit. The facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 90%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. New Beginnings Community Church of Charlotte, Inc. is listed as current-active on the NC Secretary of State website. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. I observed required posted items meeting compliance. School age children were observed in the gym engaged in large group activities. I observed the lobby area set up for meals. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space for daily activities however, it is approved for meal service. I contacted Amy Italiano, Lead Consultant to verify the space would be adequate for meal use only and would not need to be measured for licensing. The most recent Environmental Health Report designates the lobby area as approved space. Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Program records were reviewed. A sanitation inspection was completed April 30, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on June 12, 2025, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. A shelter in place / lockdown drill was conducted on May 7, 2025. A fire drill was conducted August 1, 2025. Playground safety checks were monitored found in compliance. The Incident log was unable to be monitored. Ms. Johnson shared there have been no incident reports. The EPR was updated on August 25, 2024. The ready-to-go file was monitored and found current. I conducted a walk-through of the indoor and outdoor facilities and monitored transportation. I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity, personal care routines, large group activities, and center play. The caregivers were observed supervising activities and assisting with personal care routines. Nurturing and caring tones were heard throughout the facility. Permit restrictions were met. The center provides transportation. I monitored two (2) vehicles used to transport children. Please see violations section for details regarding violations cited. The Staff and Training Worksheets were received today. There has been one (1) new staff hired since the routine unannounced visit conducted April 17, 2025. The new staff file was monitored and found in compliance. Ten percent of veteran staff files were monitored and two violations were cited. The director stated that the facility has a current ABCMS roster. There are no children currently enrolled requiring Emergency Medications. No topical creams or sunscreens are used at the facility. Each room and two vans were monitored for storage of hazardous materials and general safety. One van has a broken window which is scheduled for repair. The van is not being used to transport children. Please see the violation section for details regarding violations cited. The (10) percent of children’s files were monitored. Please see the violations section. The following violations were cited: 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. Lysol Wipes, Armor-All, Burn Cream and hand sanitizer were accessible to children in the vans. .2820(b) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) staff member employed 12/27/2024 does not have a current First Aid certification on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. )ne 91) staff member employed 12/27/2024 does not have a current CPR certification on file. .1102(d) 1303 Application was not signed by the parent. One (1) child enrolled did not have a parent signature on the application for enrollment. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. The pastor/owner did not have a current CBC Qualifying Letter on file for review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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. One (1) staff member employed 12/27/2024 did not complete the training within 90 days of employment. .1102(g) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. One (1) child enrolled did not have a parent signature on the Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(b)(1-6) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before August 18, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby is approved for meal service only per the environmental health report dated April 30, 2025. For all learning activities please use the approved spaces. Hazardous Materials We discussed storage of hazardous materials including items accessible to children in the vans. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. NC FELD Training We discussed utilizing the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development as you write your lesson plans. I recommend taking the NC FELD training offered through Child Care Resources. The training description and calendar can be accessed here: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/training . CCRI will also contract training for your facility if you are interested. MOODLE We discussed that Moodle now offers orientation and child development training for your staff. Moddle can be accessed here: https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/ Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. Age Restriction Change We discussed changing your permit to reflect serving infants. We visited the room, Space 4, you are preparing for infant care. That space is currently approved for 15 children; however, I will need to measure again once the furniture is set up. Please send me a request to change your permit restrictions. I will send you the requirements your facility will need to meet to begin serving infants. CBC Qualifying Letter We discussed that the pastor of New Beginnings Community Church of Charlotte, Inc is required to have a CBC Qualifying Letter on file I the facility for review by the Division. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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. 110-106 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/4/2025 Number Present: 28 Completed Date: 8/4/2025 Age: From 3 To 12 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 01:20 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 the annual compliance visit. The facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 90%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. New Beginnings Community Church of Charlotte, Inc. is listed as current-active on the NC Secretary of State website. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. I observed required posted items meeting compliance. School age children were observed in the gym engaged in large group activities. I observed the lobby area set up for meals. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space for daily activities however, it is approved for meal service. I contacted Amy Italiano, Lead Consultant to verify the space would be adequate for meal use only and would not need to be measured for licensing. The most recent Environmental Health Report designates the lobby area as approved space. Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Program records were reviewed. A sanitation inspection was completed April 30, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on June 12, 2025, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. A shelter in place / lockdown drill was conducted on May 7, 2025. A fire drill was conducted August 1, 2025. Playground safety checks were monitored found in compliance. The Incident log was unable to be monitored. Ms. Johnson shared there have been no incident reports. The EPR was updated on August 25, 2024. The ready-to-go file was monitored and found current. I conducted a walk-through of the indoor and outdoor facilities and monitored transportation. I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity, personal care routines, large group activities, and center play. The caregivers were observed supervising activities and assisting with personal care routines. Nurturing and caring tones were heard throughout the facility. Permit restrictions were met. The center provides transportation. I monitored two (2) vehicles used to transport children. Please see violations section for details regarding violations cited. The Staff and Training Worksheets were received today. There has been one (1) new staff hired since the routine unannounced visit conducted April 17, 2025. The new staff file was monitored and found in compliance. Ten percent of veteran staff files were monitored and two violations were cited. The director stated that the facility has a current ABCMS roster. There are no children currently enrolled requiring Emergency Medications. No topical creams or sunscreens are used at the facility. Each room and two vans were monitored for storage of hazardous materials and general safety. One van has a broken window which is scheduled for repair. The van is not being used to transport children. Please see the violation section for details regarding violations cited. The (10) percent of children’s files were monitored. Please see the violations section. The following violations were cited: 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. Lysol Wipes, Armor-All, Burn Cream and hand sanitizer were accessible to children in the vans. .2820(b) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) staff member employed 12/27/2024 does not have a current First Aid certification on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. )ne 91) staff member employed 12/27/2024 does not have a current CPR certification on file. .1102(d) 1303 Application was not signed by the parent. One (1) child enrolled did not have a parent signature on the application for enrollment. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. The pastor/owner did not have a current CBC Qualifying Letter on file for review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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. One (1) staff member employed 12/27/2024 did not complete the training within 90 days of employment. .1102(g) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. One (1) child enrolled did not have a parent signature on the Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(b)(1-6) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before August 18, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby is approved for meal service only per the environmental health report dated April 30, 2025. For all learning activities please use the approved spaces. Hazardous Materials We discussed storage of hazardous materials including items accessible to children in the vans. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. NC FELD Training We discussed utilizing the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development as you write your lesson plans. I recommend taking the NC FELD training offered through Child Care Resources. The training description and calendar can be accessed here: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/training . CCRI will also contract training for your facility if you are interested. MOODLE We discussed that Moodle now offers orientation and child development training for your staff. Moddle can be accessed here: https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/ Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. Age Restriction Change We discussed changing your permit to reflect serving infants. We visited the room, Space 4, you are preparing for infant care. That space is currently approved for 15 children; however, I will need to measure again once the furniture is set up. Please send me a request to change your permit restrictions. I will send you the requirements your facility will need to meet to begin serving infants. CBC Qualifying Letter We discussed that the pastor of New Beginnings Community Church of Charlotte, Inc is required to have a CBC Qualifying Letter on file I the facility for review by the Division. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/4/2025 Number Present: 28 Completed Date: 8/4/2025 Age: From 3 To 12 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 01:20 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 the annual compliance visit. The facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 90%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. New Beginnings Community Church of Charlotte, Inc. is listed as current-active on the NC Secretary of State website. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. I observed required posted items meeting compliance. School age children were observed in the gym engaged in large group activities. I observed the lobby area set up for meals. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space for daily activities however, it is approved for meal service. I contacted Amy Italiano, Lead Consultant to verify the space would be adequate for meal use only and would not need to be measured for licensing. The most recent Environmental Health Report designates the lobby area as approved space. Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Program records were reviewed. A sanitation inspection was completed April 30, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on June 12, 2025, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. A shelter in place / lockdown drill was conducted on May 7, 2025. A fire drill was conducted August 1, 2025. Playground safety checks were monitored found in compliance. The Incident log was unable to be monitored. Ms. Johnson shared there have been no incident reports. The EPR was updated on August 25, 2024. The ready-to-go file was monitored and found current. I conducted a walk-through of the indoor and outdoor facilities and monitored transportation. I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity, personal care routines, large group activities, and center play. The caregivers were observed supervising activities and assisting with personal care routines. Nurturing and caring tones were heard throughout the facility. Permit restrictions were met. The center provides transportation. I monitored two (2) vehicles used to transport children. Please see violations section for details regarding violations cited. The Staff and Training Worksheets were received today. There has been one (1) new staff hired since the routine unannounced visit conducted April 17, 2025. The new staff file was monitored and found in compliance. Ten percent of veteran staff files were monitored and two violations were cited. The director stated that the facility has a current ABCMS roster. There are no children currently enrolled requiring Emergency Medications. No topical creams or sunscreens are used at the facility. Each room and two vans were monitored for storage of hazardous materials and general safety. One van has a broken window which is scheduled for repair. The van is not being used to transport children. Please see the violation section for details regarding violations cited. The (10) percent of children’s files were monitored. Please see the violations section. The following violations were cited: 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. Lysol Wipes, Armor-All, Burn Cream and hand sanitizer were accessible to children in the vans. .2820(b) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) staff member employed 12/27/2024 does not have a current First Aid certification on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. )ne 91) staff member employed 12/27/2024 does not have a current CPR certification on file. .1102(d) 1303 Application was not signed by the parent. One (1) child enrolled did not have a parent signature on the application for enrollment. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. The pastor/owner did not have a current CBC Qualifying Letter on file for review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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. One (1) staff member employed 12/27/2024 did not complete the training within 90 days of employment. .1102(g) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. One (1) child enrolled did not have a parent signature on the Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(b)(1-6) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before August 18, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby is approved for meal service only per the environmental health report dated April 30, 2025. For all learning activities please use the approved spaces. Hazardous Materials We discussed storage of hazardous materials including items accessible to children in the vans. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. NC FELD Training We discussed utilizing the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development as you write your lesson plans. I recommend taking the NC FELD training offered through Child Care Resources. The training description and calendar can be accessed here: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/training . CCRI will also contract training for your facility if you are interested. MOODLE We discussed that Moodle now offers orientation and child development training for your staff. Moddle can be accessed here: https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/ Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. Age Restriction Change We discussed changing your permit to reflect serving infants. We visited the room, Space 4, you are preparing for infant care. That space is currently approved for 15 children; however, I will need to measure again once the furniture is set up. Please send me a request to change your permit restrictions. I will send you the requirements your facility will need to meet to begin serving infants. CBC Qualifying Letter We discussed that the pastor of New Beginnings Community Church of Charlotte, Inc is required to have a CBC Qualifying Letter on file I the facility for review by the Division. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/4/2025 Number Present: 28 Completed Date: 8/4/2025 Age: From 3 To 12 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 01:20 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 the annual compliance visit. The facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 90%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. New Beginnings Community Church of Charlotte, Inc. is listed as current-active on the NC Secretary of State website. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. I observed required posted items meeting compliance. School age children were observed in the gym engaged in large group activities. I observed the lobby area set up for meals. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space for daily activities however, it is approved for meal service. I contacted Amy Italiano, Lead Consultant to verify the space would be adequate for meal use only and would not need to be measured for licensing. The most recent Environmental Health Report designates the lobby area as approved space. Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Program records were reviewed. A sanitation inspection was completed April 30, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on June 12, 2025, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. A shelter in place / lockdown drill was conducted on May 7, 2025. A fire drill was conducted August 1, 2025. Playground safety checks were monitored found in compliance. The Incident log was unable to be monitored. Ms. Johnson shared there have been no incident reports. The EPR was updated on August 25, 2024. The ready-to-go file was monitored and found current. I conducted a walk-through of the indoor and outdoor facilities and monitored transportation. I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity, personal care routines, large group activities, and center play. The caregivers were observed supervising activities and assisting with personal care routines. Nurturing and caring tones were heard throughout the facility. Permit restrictions were met. The center provides transportation. I monitored two (2) vehicles used to transport children. Please see violations section for details regarding violations cited. The Staff and Training Worksheets were received today. There has been one (1) new staff hired since the routine unannounced visit conducted April 17, 2025. The new staff file was monitored and found in compliance. Ten percent of veteran staff files were monitored and two violations were cited. The director stated that the facility has a current ABCMS roster. There are no children currently enrolled requiring Emergency Medications. No topical creams or sunscreens are used at the facility. Each room and two vans were monitored for storage of hazardous materials and general safety. One van has a broken window which is scheduled for repair. The van is not being used to transport children. Please see the violation section for details regarding violations cited. The (10) percent of children’s files were monitored. Please see the violations section. The following violations were cited: 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. Lysol Wipes, Armor-All, Burn Cream and hand sanitizer were accessible to children in the vans. .2820(b) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) staff member employed 12/27/2024 does not have a current First Aid certification on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. )ne 91) staff member employed 12/27/2024 does not have a current CPR certification on file. .1102(d) 1303 Application was not signed by the parent. One (1) child enrolled did not have a parent signature on the application for enrollment. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. The pastor/owner did not have a current CBC Qualifying Letter on file for review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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. One (1) staff member employed 12/27/2024 did not complete the training within 90 days of employment. .1102(g) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. One (1) child enrolled did not have a parent signature on the Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(b)(1-6) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before August 18, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby is approved for meal service only per the environmental health report dated April 30, 2025. For all learning activities please use the approved spaces. Hazardous Materials We discussed storage of hazardous materials including items accessible to children in the vans. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. NC FELD Training We discussed utilizing the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development as you write your lesson plans. I recommend taking the NC FELD training offered through Child Care Resources. The training description and calendar can be accessed here: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/training . CCRI will also contract training for your facility if you are interested. MOODLE We discussed that Moodle now offers orientation and child development training for your staff. Moddle can be accessed here: https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/ Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. Age Restriction Change We discussed changing your permit to reflect serving infants. We visited the room, Space 4, you are preparing for infant care. That space is currently approved for 15 children; however, I will need to measure again once the furniture is set up. Please send me a request to change your permit restrictions. I will send you the requirements your facility will need to meet to begin serving infants. CBC Qualifying Letter We discussed that the pastor of New Beginnings Community Church of Charlotte, Inc is required to have a CBC Qualifying Letter on file I the facility for review by the Division. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/17/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 10 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:35 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 facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. School age children were observed in the lobby area engaged in board games and a movie. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space . Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Ms. Johnson was supervising the group of school age children today due to a teacher’s absence. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. In the room serving school age children I observed for general safety. The children were in the lobby. In the room serving preschool children I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity and watching a television show. License Posted/Permit Restrictions: The center is a GS 110-106. Permit restrictions were in compliance. Supervision: Each group of children was adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. Staff Records: There has been one (1) new staff member hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted and the file was monitored today. I competed a staff and training worksheet for the new employee. The Staff and Training Worksheets from the last annual compliance were reviewed to verify existing staff were current with criminal background checks, First Aid and CPR certification. ITS-SIDS, Safe Sleep Policy and Sleep Charts: The center does not have children under two years old enrolled. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted and in compliance. Administration of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. Storage of Hazardous Substances: A violation was cited. I observed hazardous materials stored unlocked in a file cabinet in the room serving school age children. Storage of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. General Safety: I monitored the facility for general safety and cited violations. Outlets were uncovered on the walls and floor. I observed chipped and peeling paint and torn frayed carpet. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Adequate/Approved Space: The group of school age children were observed in unapproved space. Program Records: Program records were reviewed and found in compliance. The emergency drill and incident log were monitored and in compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire inspection was on November 8, 2024. The following violations were cited: Violation Number Comment Rule 209 Children used space that was not approved. School age children were at tables set up in the lobby area of the family life center. GS 110-91(1)&(4-5) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/Child ratio sheets were not posted in Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In Space 3, paint was peeling and chipped on the walls. Residual glue from a bulletin board was present on a wall. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 3 the carpet was torn and frayed. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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 3 wall and floor outlets were uncovered. 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 3, Air Wick Air Freshener and hand sanitizer were in an unlocked file cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 1, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. A current summary of law can be accessed in provider documents and forms for you to print and post. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby would need to be approved for continued use. Here is the rule for your reference: 10A NCAC 09 .1401 INDOOR SPACE As used in this Rule, the term "Primary Space" means the indoor space designated by the operator that will be used by children who attend the center. It shall be used to calculate a center's licensed capacity. The Division shall calculate the total area of the Primary Space by measuring the Primary Space or by reviewing current drawings of the space that have been signed and sealed by an architect or engineer licensed to practice in the State of North Carolina. All measurements of the Primary Space shall be rounded to the nearest inch. For child care centers in an occupied residence that are licensed for 3 to 12 children when any preschool-age children are in care, or for 3 to 15 children when only school-age children are in care the dining area of a kitchen may be counted as Primary Space if it is used for children's activities in addition to eating. The following spaces shall not be included in the designation or measurement of Primary Space: (1) closets; (2) hallways; (3) storage areas; (4) kitchens; (5) bathrooms; (6) utility areas; (7) thresholds; (8) foyers; (9) space used for administrative activities; (10) space occupied by adult-sized desks, cabinets, file cabinets, and other office equipment; (11) any floor space occupied by or located under structures, equipment, and furniture not used by children; and (12) any floor space occupied by or located under built-in equipment or furniture. No room may be occupied by more than one child per 25 square feet of floor space, provided that a room may be occupied by a larger group of children for special activities so long as such occupancy does not violate the State fire code. During rest periods any room used by children shall have no less than 200 cubic feet of air space per child. Paragraphs (a) through (c) and (e) through (g) of this Rule shall only apply to centers initially licensed on or after February 1, 1985. Screen Time Recommendation We discussed limiting screen time for children is best practice. Screen time recommendations for young children can be reviewed here: https://nrckids.org/CFOC/Database/2.2.0.3 It is recommended screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. For children ages 2 to 5 years, total exposure (in early care and education and at home combined) to digital media should be limited to 1 hour per day of high-quality programming [1], and viewed with an adult who can help them apply what they are learning to the world around them (1). We discussed peeling and chipped paint, electrical outlets and torn frayed carpet. The rule can be found at 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (c) equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed storage of hazardous materials. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. We discussed the I will review the following ABCMS (Criminal Background System) requirement at your annual compliance visit: ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/17/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 10 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:35 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 facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. School age children were observed in the lobby area engaged in board games and a movie. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space . Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Ms. Johnson was supervising the group of school age children today due to a teacher’s absence. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. In the room serving school age children I observed for general safety. The children were in the lobby. In the room serving preschool children I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity and watching a television show. License Posted/Permit Restrictions: The center is a GS 110-106. Permit restrictions were in compliance. Supervision: Each group of children was adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. Staff Records: There has been one (1) new staff member hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted and the file was monitored today. I competed a staff and training worksheet for the new employee. The Staff and Training Worksheets from the last annual compliance were reviewed to verify existing staff were current with criminal background checks, First Aid and CPR certification. ITS-SIDS, Safe Sleep Policy and Sleep Charts: The center does not have children under two years old enrolled. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted and in compliance. Administration of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. Storage of Hazardous Substances: A violation was cited. I observed hazardous materials stored unlocked in a file cabinet in the room serving school age children. Storage of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. General Safety: I monitored the facility for general safety and cited violations. Outlets were uncovered on the walls and floor. I observed chipped and peeling paint and torn frayed carpet. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Adequate/Approved Space: The group of school age children were observed in unapproved space. Program Records: Program records were reviewed and found in compliance. The emergency drill and incident log were monitored and in compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire inspection was on November 8, 2024. The following violations were cited: Violation Number Comment Rule 209 Children used space that was not approved. School age children were at tables set up in the lobby area of the family life center. GS 110-91(1)&(4-5) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/Child ratio sheets were not posted in Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In Space 3, paint was peeling and chipped on the walls. Residual glue from a bulletin board was present on a wall. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 3 the carpet was torn and frayed. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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 3 wall and floor outlets were uncovered. 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 3, Air Wick Air Freshener and hand sanitizer were in an unlocked file cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 1, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. A current summary of law can be accessed in provider documents and forms for you to print and post. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby would need to be approved for continued use. Here is the rule for your reference: 10A NCAC 09 .1401 INDOOR SPACE As used in this Rule, the term "Primary Space" means the indoor space designated by the operator that will be used by children who attend the center. It shall be used to calculate a center's licensed capacity. The Division shall calculate the total area of the Primary Space by measuring the Primary Space or by reviewing current drawings of the space that have been signed and sealed by an architect or engineer licensed to practice in the State of North Carolina. All measurements of the Primary Space shall be rounded to the nearest inch. For child care centers in an occupied residence that are licensed for 3 to 12 children when any preschool-age children are in care, or for 3 to 15 children when only school-age children are in care the dining area of a kitchen may be counted as Primary Space if it is used for children's activities in addition to eating. The following spaces shall not be included in the designation or measurement of Primary Space: (1) closets; (2) hallways; (3) storage areas; (4) kitchens; (5) bathrooms; (6) utility areas; (7) thresholds; (8) foyers; (9) space used for administrative activities; (10) space occupied by adult-sized desks, cabinets, file cabinets, and other office equipment; (11) any floor space occupied by or located under structures, equipment, and furniture not used by children; and (12) any floor space occupied by or located under built-in equipment or furniture. No room may be occupied by more than one child per 25 square feet of floor space, provided that a room may be occupied by a larger group of children for special activities so long as such occupancy does not violate the State fire code. During rest periods any room used by children shall have no less than 200 cubic feet of air space per child. Paragraphs (a) through (c) and (e) through (g) of this Rule shall only apply to centers initially licensed on or after February 1, 1985. Screen Time Recommendation We discussed limiting screen time for children is best practice. Screen time recommendations for young children can be reviewed here: https://nrckids.org/CFOC/Database/2.2.0.3 It is recommended screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. For children ages 2 to 5 years, total exposure (in early care and education and at home combined) to digital media should be limited to 1 hour per day of high-quality programming [1], and viewed with an adult who can help them apply what they are learning to the world around them (1). We discussed peeling and chipped paint, electrical outlets and torn frayed carpet. The rule can be found at 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (c) equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed storage of hazardous materials. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. We discussed the I will review the following ABCMS (Criminal Background System) requirement at your annual compliance visit: ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/17/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 10 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:35 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 facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. School age children were observed in the lobby area engaged in board games and a movie. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space . Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Ms. Johnson was supervising the group of school age children today due to a teacher’s absence. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. In the room serving school age children I observed for general safety. The children were in the lobby. In the room serving preschool children I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity and watching a television show. License Posted/Permit Restrictions: The center is a GS 110-106. Permit restrictions were in compliance. Supervision: Each group of children was adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. Staff Records: There has been one (1) new staff member hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted and the file was monitored today. I competed a staff and training worksheet for the new employee. The Staff and Training Worksheets from the last annual compliance were reviewed to verify existing staff were current with criminal background checks, First Aid and CPR certification. ITS-SIDS, Safe Sleep Policy and Sleep Charts: The center does not have children under two years old enrolled. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted and in compliance. Administration of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. Storage of Hazardous Substances: A violation was cited. I observed hazardous materials stored unlocked in a file cabinet in the room serving school age children. Storage of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. General Safety: I monitored the facility for general safety and cited violations. Outlets were uncovered on the walls and floor. I observed chipped and peeling paint and torn frayed carpet. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Adequate/Approved Space: The group of school age children were observed in unapproved space. Program Records: Program records were reviewed and found in compliance. The emergency drill and incident log were monitored and in compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire inspection was on November 8, 2024. The following violations were cited: Violation Number Comment Rule 209 Children used space that was not approved. School age children were at tables set up in the lobby area of the family life center. GS 110-91(1)&(4-5) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/Child ratio sheets were not posted in Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In Space 3, paint was peeling and chipped on the walls. Residual glue from a bulletin board was present on a wall. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 3 the carpet was torn and frayed. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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 3 wall and floor outlets were uncovered. 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 3, Air Wick Air Freshener and hand sanitizer were in an unlocked file cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 1, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. A current summary of law can be accessed in provider documents and forms for you to print and post. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby would need to be approved for continued use. Here is the rule for your reference: 10A NCAC 09 .1401 INDOOR SPACE As used in this Rule, the term "Primary Space" means the indoor space designated by the operator that will be used by children who attend the center. It shall be used to calculate a center's licensed capacity. The Division shall calculate the total area of the Primary Space by measuring the Primary Space or by reviewing current drawings of the space that have been signed and sealed by an architect or engineer licensed to practice in the State of North Carolina. All measurements of the Primary Space shall be rounded to the nearest inch. For child care centers in an occupied residence that are licensed for 3 to 12 children when any preschool-age children are in care, or for 3 to 15 children when only school-age children are in care the dining area of a kitchen may be counted as Primary Space if it is used for children's activities in addition to eating. The following spaces shall not be included in the designation or measurement of Primary Space: (1) closets; (2) hallways; (3) storage areas; (4) kitchens; (5) bathrooms; (6) utility areas; (7) thresholds; (8) foyers; (9) space used for administrative activities; (10) space occupied by adult-sized desks, cabinets, file cabinets, and other office equipment; (11) any floor space occupied by or located under structures, equipment, and furniture not used by children; and (12) any floor space occupied by or located under built-in equipment or furniture. No room may be occupied by more than one child per 25 square feet of floor space, provided that a room may be occupied by a larger group of children for special activities so long as such occupancy does not violate the State fire code. During rest periods any room used by children shall have no less than 200 cubic feet of air space per child. Paragraphs (a) through (c) and (e) through (g) of this Rule shall only apply to centers initially licensed on or after February 1, 1985. Screen Time Recommendation We discussed limiting screen time for children is best practice. Screen time recommendations for young children can be reviewed here: https://nrckids.org/CFOC/Database/2.2.0.3 It is recommended screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. For children ages 2 to 5 years, total exposure (in early care and education and at home combined) to digital media should be limited to 1 hour per day of high-quality programming [1], and viewed with an adult who can help them apply what they are learning to the world around them (1). We discussed peeling and chipped paint, electrical outlets and torn frayed carpet. The rule can be found at 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (c) equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed storage of hazardous materials. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. We discussed the I will review the following ABCMS (Criminal Background System) requirement at your annual compliance visit: ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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 .1401 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/17/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 10 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:35 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 facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. School age children were observed in the lobby area engaged in board games and a movie. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space . Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Ms. Johnson was supervising the group of school age children today due to a teacher’s absence. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. In the room serving school age children I observed for general safety. The children were in the lobby. In the room serving preschool children I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity and watching a television show. License Posted/Permit Restrictions: The center is a GS 110-106. Permit restrictions were in compliance. Supervision: Each group of children was adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. Staff Records: There has been one (1) new staff member hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted and the file was monitored today. I competed a staff and training worksheet for the new employee. The Staff and Training Worksheets from the last annual compliance were reviewed to verify existing staff were current with criminal background checks, First Aid and CPR certification. ITS-SIDS, Safe Sleep Policy and Sleep Charts: The center does not have children under two years old enrolled. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted and in compliance. Administration of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. Storage of Hazardous Substances: A violation was cited. I observed hazardous materials stored unlocked in a file cabinet in the room serving school age children. Storage of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. General Safety: I monitored the facility for general safety and cited violations. Outlets were uncovered on the walls and floor. I observed chipped and peeling paint and torn frayed carpet. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Adequate/Approved Space: The group of school age children were observed in unapproved space. Program Records: Program records were reviewed and found in compliance. The emergency drill and incident log were monitored and in compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire inspection was on November 8, 2024. The following violations were cited: Violation Number Comment Rule 209 Children used space that was not approved. School age children were at tables set up in the lobby area of the family life center. GS 110-91(1)&(4-5) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/Child ratio sheets were not posted in Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In Space 3, paint was peeling and chipped on the walls. Residual glue from a bulletin board was present on a wall. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 3 the carpet was torn and frayed. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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 3 wall and floor outlets were uncovered. 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 3, Air Wick Air Freshener and hand sanitizer were in an unlocked file cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 1, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. A current summary of law can be accessed in provider documents and forms for you to print and post. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby would need to be approved for continued use. Here is the rule for your reference: 10A NCAC 09 .1401 INDOOR SPACE As used in this Rule, the term "Primary Space" means the indoor space designated by the operator that will be used by children who attend the center. It shall be used to calculate a center's licensed capacity. The Division shall calculate the total area of the Primary Space by measuring the Primary Space or by reviewing current drawings of the space that have been signed and sealed by an architect or engineer licensed to practice in the State of North Carolina. All measurements of the Primary Space shall be rounded to the nearest inch. For child care centers in an occupied residence that are licensed for 3 to 12 children when any preschool-age children are in care, or for 3 to 15 children when only school-age children are in care the dining area of a kitchen may be counted as Primary Space if it is used for children's activities in addition to eating. The following spaces shall not be included in the designation or measurement of Primary Space: (1) closets; (2) hallways; (3) storage areas; (4) kitchens; (5) bathrooms; (6) utility areas; (7) thresholds; (8) foyers; (9) space used for administrative activities; (10) space occupied by adult-sized desks, cabinets, file cabinets, and other office equipment; (11) any floor space occupied by or located under structures, equipment, and furniture not used by children; and (12) any floor space occupied by or located under built-in equipment or furniture. No room may be occupied by more than one child per 25 square feet of floor space, provided that a room may be occupied by a larger group of children for special activities so long as such occupancy does not violate the State fire code. During rest periods any room used by children shall have no less than 200 cubic feet of air space per child. Paragraphs (a) through (c) and (e) through (g) of this Rule shall only apply to centers initially licensed on or after February 1, 1985. Screen Time Recommendation We discussed limiting screen time for children is best practice. Screen time recommendations for young children can be reviewed here: https://nrckids.org/CFOC/Database/2.2.0.3 It is recommended screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. For children ages 2 to 5 years, total exposure (in early care and education and at home combined) to digital media should be limited to 1 hour per day of high-quality programming [1], and viewed with an adult who can help them apply what they are learning to the world around them (1). We discussed peeling and chipped paint, electrical outlets and torn frayed carpet. The rule can be found at 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (c) equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed storage of hazardous materials. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. We discussed the I will review the following ABCMS (Criminal Background System) requirement at your annual compliance visit: ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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. 110-106 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/17/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 10 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:35 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 facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. School age children were observed in the lobby area engaged in board games and a movie. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space . Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Ms. Johnson was supervising the group of school age children today due to a teacher’s absence. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. In the room serving school age children I observed for general safety. The children were in the lobby. In the room serving preschool children I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity and watching a television show. License Posted/Permit Restrictions: The center is a GS 110-106. Permit restrictions were in compliance. Supervision: Each group of children was adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. Staff Records: There has been one (1) new staff member hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted and the file was monitored today. I competed a staff and training worksheet for the new employee. The Staff and Training Worksheets from the last annual compliance were reviewed to verify existing staff were current with criminal background checks, First Aid and CPR certification. ITS-SIDS, Safe Sleep Policy and Sleep Charts: The center does not have children under two years old enrolled. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted and in compliance. Administration of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. Storage of Hazardous Substances: A violation was cited. I observed hazardous materials stored unlocked in a file cabinet in the room serving school age children. Storage of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. General Safety: I monitored the facility for general safety and cited violations. Outlets were uncovered on the walls and floor. I observed chipped and peeling paint and torn frayed carpet. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Adequate/Approved Space: The group of school age children were observed in unapproved space. Program Records: Program records were reviewed and found in compliance. The emergency drill and incident log were monitored and in compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire inspection was on November 8, 2024. The following violations were cited: Violation Number Comment Rule 209 Children used space that was not approved. School age children were at tables set up in the lobby area of the family life center. GS 110-91(1)&(4-5) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/Child ratio sheets were not posted in Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In Space 3, paint was peeling and chipped on the walls. Residual glue from a bulletin board was present on a wall. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 3 the carpet was torn and frayed. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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 3 wall and floor outlets were uncovered. 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 3, Air Wick Air Freshener and hand sanitizer were in an unlocked file cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 1, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. A current summary of law can be accessed in provider documents and forms for you to print and post. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby would need to be approved for continued use. Here is the rule for your reference: 10A NCAC 09 .1401 INDOOR SPACE As used in this Rule, the term "Primary Space" means the indoor space designated by the operator that will be used by children who attend the center. It shall be used to calculate a center's licensed capacity. The Division shall calculate the total area of the Primary Space by measuring the Primary Space or by reviewing current drawings of the space that have been signed and sealed by an architect or engineer licensed to practice in the State of North Carolina. All measurements of the Primary Space shall be rounded to the nearest inch. For child care centers in an occupied residence that are licensed for 3 to 12 children when any preschool-age children are in care, or for 3 to 15 children when only school-age children are in care the dining area of a kitchen may be counted as Primary Space if it is used for children's activities in addition to eating. The following spaces shall not be included in the designation or measurement of Primary Space: (1) closets; (2) hallways; (3) storage areas; (4) kitchens; (5) bathrooms; (6) utility areas; (7) thresholds; (8) foyers; (9) space used for administrative activities; (10) space occupied by adult-sized desks, cabinets, file cabinets, and other office equipment; (11) any floor space occupied by or located under structures, equipment, and furniture not used by children; and (12) any floor space occupied by or located under built-in equipment or furniture. No room may be occupied by more than one child per 25 square feet of floor space, provided that a room may be occupied by a larger group of children for special activities so long as such occupancy does not violate the State fire code. During rest periods any room used by children shall have no less than 200 cubic feet of air space per child. Paragraphs (a) through (c) and (e) through (g) of this Rule shall only apply to centers initially licensed on or after February 1, 1985. Screen Time Recommendation We discussed limiting screen time for children is best practice. Screen time recommendations for young children can be reviewed here: https://nrckids.org/CFOC/Database/2.2.0.3 It is recommended screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. For children ages 2 to 5 years, total exposure (in early care and education and at home combined) to digital media should be limited to 1 hour per day of high-quality programming [1], and viewed with an adult who can help them apply what they are learning to the world around them (1). We discussed peeling and chipped paint, electrical outlets and torn frayed carpet. The rule can be found at 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (c) equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed storage of hazardous materials. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. We discussed the I will review the following ABCMS (Criminal Background System) requirement at your annual compliance visit: ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/17/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 10 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:35 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 facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. School age children were observed in the lobby area engaged in board games and a movie. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space . Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Ms. Johnson was supervising the group of school age children today due to a teacher’s absence. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. In the room serving school age children I observed for general safety. The children were in the lobby. In the room serving preschool children I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity and watching a television show. License Posted/Permit Restrictions: The center is a GS 110-106. Permit restrictions were in compliance. Supervision: Each group of children was adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. Staff Records: There has been one (1) new staff member hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted and the file was monitored today. I competed a staff and training worksheet for the new employee. The Staff and Training Worksheets from the last annual compliance were reviewed to verify existing staff were current with criminal background checks, First Aid and CPR certification. ITS-SIDS, Safe Sleep Policy and Sleep Charts: The center does not have children under two years old enrolled. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted and in compliance. Administration of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. Storage of Hazardous Substances: A violation was cited. I observed hazardous materials stored unlocked in a file cabinet in the room serving school age children. Storage of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. General Safety: I monitored the facility for general safety and cited violations. Outlets were uncovered on the walls and floor. I observed chipped and peeling paint and torn frayed carpet. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Adequate/Approved Space: The group of school age children were observed in unapproved space. Program Records: Program records were reviewed and found in compliance. The emergency drill and incident log were monitored and in compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire inspection was on November 8, 2024. The following violations were cited: Violation Number Comment Rule 209 Children used space that was not approved. School age children were at tables set up in the lobby area of the family life center. GS 110-91(1)&(4-5) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/Child ratio sheets were not posted in Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In Space 3, paint was peeling and chipped on the walls. Residual glue from a bulletin board was present on a wall. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 3 the carpet was torn and frayed. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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 3 wall and floor outlets were uncovered. 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 3, Air Wick Air Freshener and hand sanitizer were in an unlocked file cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 1, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. A current summary of law can be accessed in provider documents and forms for you to print and post. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby would need to be approved for continued use. Here is the rule for your reference: 10A NCAC 09 .1401 INDOOR SPACE As used in this Rule, the term "Primary Space" means the indoor space designated by the operator that will be used by children who attend the center. It shall be used to calculate a center's licensed capacity. The Division shall calculate the total area of the Primary Space by measuring the Primary Space or by reviewing current drawings of the space that have been signed and sealed by an architect or engineer licensed to practice in the State of North Carolina. All measurements of the Primary Space shall be rounded to the nearest inch. For child care centers in an occupied residence that are licensed for 3 to 12 children when any preschool-age children are in care, or for 3 to 15 children when only school-age children are in care the dining area of a kitchen may be counted as Primary Space if it is used for children's activities in addition to eating. The following spaces shall not be included in the designation or measurement of Primary Space: (1) closets; (2) hallways; (3) storage areas; (4) kitchens; (5) bathrooms; (6) utility areas; (7) thresholds; (8) foyers; (9) space used for administrative activities; (10) space occupied by adult-sized desks, cabinets, file cabinets, and other office equipment; (11) any floor space occupied by or located under structures, equipment, and furniture not used by children; and (12) any floor space occupied by or located under built-in equipment or furniture. No room may be occupied by more than one child per 25 square feet of floor space, provided that a room may be occupied by a larger group of children for special activities so long as such occupancy does not violate the State fire code. During rest periods any room used by children shall have no less than 200 cubic feet of air space per child. Paragraphs (a) through (c) and (e) through (g) of this Rule shall only apply to centers initially licensed on or after February 1, 1985. Screen Time Recommendation We discussed limiting screen time for children is best practice. Screen time recommendations for young children can be reviewed here: https://nrckids.org/CFOC/Database/2.2.0.3 It is recommended screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. For children ages 2 to 5 years, total exposure (in early care and education and at home combined) to digital media should be limited to 1 hour per day of high-quality programming [1], and viewed with an adult who can help them apply what they are learning to the world around them (1). We discussed peeling and chipped paint, electrical outlets and torn frayed carpet. The rule can be found at 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (c) equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed storage of hazardous materials. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. We discussed the I will review the following ABCMS (Criminal Background System) requirement at your annual compliance visit: ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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 110-106 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/17/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 10 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:35 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 facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. School age children were observed in the lobby area engaged in board games and a movie. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space . Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Ms. Johnson was supervising the group of school age children today due to a teacher’s absence. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. In the room serving school age children I observed for general safety. The children were in the lobby. In the room serving preschool children I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity and watching a television show. License Posted/Permit Restrictions: The center is a GS 110-106. Permit restrictions were in compliance. Supervision: Each group of children was adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. Staff Records: There has been one (1) new staff member hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted and the file was monitored today. I competed a staff and training worksheet for the new employee. The Staff and Training Worksheets from the last annual compliance were reviewed to verify existing staff were current with criminal background checks, First Aid and CPR certification. ITS-SIDS, Safe Sleep Policy and Sleep Charts: The center does not have children under two years old enrolled. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted and in compliance. Administration of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. Storage of Hazardous Substances: A violation was cited. I observed hazardous materials stored unlocked in a file cabinet in the room serving school age children. Storage of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. General Safety: I monitored the facility for general safety and cited violations. Outlets were uncovered on the walls and floor. I observed chipped and peeling paint and torn frayed carpet. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Adequate/Approved Space: The group of school age children were observed in unapproved space. Program Records: Program records were reviewed and found in compliance. The emergency drill and incident log were monitored and in compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire inspection was on November 8, 2024. The following violations were cited: Violation Number Comment Rule 209 Children used space that was not approved. School age children were at tables set up in the lobby area of the family life center. GS 110-91(1)&(4-5) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/Child ratio sheets were not posted in Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In Space 3, paint was peeling and chipped on the walls. Residual glue from a bulletin board was present on a wall. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 3 the carpet was torn and frayed. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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 3 wall and floor outlets were uncovered. 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 3, Air Wick Air Freshener and hand sanitizer were in an unlocked file cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 1, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. A current summary of law can be accessed in provider documents and forms for you to print and post. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby would need to be approved for continued use. Here is the rule for your reference: 10A NCAC 09 .1401 INDOOR SPACE As used in this Rule, the term "Primary Space" means the indoor space designated by the operator that will be used by children who attend the center. It shall be used to calculate a center's licensed capacity. The Division shall calculate the total area of the Primary Space by measuring the Primary Space or by reviewing current drawings of the space that have been signed and sealed by an architect or engineer licensed to practice in the State of North Carolina. All measurements of the Primary Space shall be rounded to the nearest inch. For child care centers in an occupied residence that are licensed for 3 to 12 children when any preschool-age children are in care, or for 3 to 15 children when only school-age children are in care the dining area of a kitchen may be counted as Primary Space if it is used for children's activities in addition to eating. The following spaces shall not be included in the designation or measurement of Primary Space: (1) closets; (2) hallways; (3) storage areas; (4) kitchens; (5) bathrooms; (6) utility areas; (7) thresholds; (8) foyers; (9) space used for administrative activities; (10) space occupied by adult-sized desks, cabinets, file cabinets, and other office equipment; (11) any floor space occupied by or located under structures, equipment, and furniture not used by children; and (12) any floor space occupied by or located under built-in equipment or furniture. No room may be occupied by more than one child per 25 square feet of floor space, provided that a room may be occupied by a larger group of children for special activities so long as such occupancy does not violate the State fire code. During rest periods any room used by children shall have no less than 200 cubic feet of air space per child. Paragraphs (a) through (c) and (e) through (g) of this Rule shall only apply to centers initially licensed on or after February 1, 1985. Screen Time Recommendation We discussed limiting screen time for children is best practice. Screen time recommendations for young children can be reviewed here: https://nrckids.org/CFOC/Database/2.2.0.3 It is recommended screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. For children ages 2 to 5 years, total exposure (in early care and education and at home combined) to digital media should be limited to 1 hour per day of high-quality programming [1], and viewed with an adult who can help them apply what they are learning to the world around them (1). We discussed peeling and chipped paint, electrical outlets and torn frayed carpet. The rule can be found at 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (c) equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed storage of hazardous materials. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. We discussed the I will review the following ABCMS (Criminal Background System) requirement at your annual compliance visit: ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/17/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 10 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:35 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 facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. School age children were observed in the lobby area engaged in board games and a movie. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space . Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Ms. Johnson was supervising the group of school age children today due to a teacher’s absence. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. In the room serving school age children I observed for general safety. The children were in the lobby. In the room serving preschool children I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity and watching a television show. License Posted/Permit Restrictions: The center is a GS 110-106. Permit restrictions were in compliance. Supervision: Each group of children was adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. Staff Records: There has been one (1) new staff member hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted and the file was monitored today. I competed a staff and training worksheet for the new employee. The Staff and Training Worksheets from the last annual compliance were reviewed to verify existing staff were current with criminal background checks, First Aid and CPR certification. ITS-SIDS, Safe Sleep Policy and Sleep Charts: The center does not have children under two years old enrolled. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted and in compliance. Administration of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. Storage of Hazardous Substances: A violation was cited. I observed hazardous materials stored unlocked in a file cabinet in the room serving school age children. Storage of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. General Safety: I monitored the facility for general safety and cited violations. Outlets were uncovered on the walls and floor. I observed chipped and peeling paint and torn frayed carpet. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Adequate/Approved Space: The group of school age children were observed in unapproved space. Program Records: Program records were reviewed and found in compliance. The emergency drill and incident log were monitored and in compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire inspection was on November 8, 2024. The following violations were cited: Violation Number Comment Rule 209 Children used space that was not approved. School age children were at tables set up in the lobby area of the family life center. GS 110-91(1)&(4-5) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/Child ratio sheets were not posted in Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In Space 3, paint was peeling and chipped on the walls. Residual glue from a bulletin board was present on a wall. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 3 the carpet was torn and frayed. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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 3 wall and floor outlets were uncovered. 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 3, Air Wick Air Freshener and hand sanitizer were in an unlocked file cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 1, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. A current summary of law can be accessed in provider documents and forms for you to print and post. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby would need to be approved for continued use. Here is the rule for your reference: 10A NCAC 09 .1401 INDOOR SPACE As used in this Rule, the term "Primary Space" means the indoor space designated by the operator that will be used by children who attend the center. It shall be used to calculate a center's licensed capacity. The Division shall calculate the total area of the Primary Space by measuring the Primary Space or by reviewing current drawings of the space that have been signed and sealed by an architect or engineer licensed to practice in the State of North Carolina. All measurements of the Primary Space shall be rounded to the nearest inch. For child care centers in an occupied residence that are licensed for 3 to 12 children when any preschool-age children are in care, or for 3 to 15 children when only school-age children are in care the dining area of a kitchen may be counted as Primary Space if it is used for children's activities in addition to eating. The following spaces shall not be included in the designation or measurement of Primary Space: (1) closets; (2) hallways; (3) storage areas; (4) kitchens; (5) bathrooms; (6) utility areas; (7) thresholds; (8) foyers; (9) space used for administrative activities; (10) space occupied by adult-sized desks, cabinets, file cabinets, and other office equipment; (11) any floor space occupied by or located under structures, equipment, and furniture not used by children; and (12) any floor space occupied by or located under built-in equipment or furniture. No room may be occupied by more than one child per 25 square feet of floor space, provided that a room may be occupied by a larger group of children for special activities so long as such occupancy does not violate the State fire code. During rest periods any room used by children shall have no less than 200 cubic feet of air space per child. Paragraphs (a) through (c) and (e) through (g) of this Rule shall only apply to centers initially licensed on or after February 1, 1985. Screen Time Recommendation We discussed limiting screen time for children is best practice. Screen time recommendations for young children can be reviewed here: https://nrckids.org/CFOC/Database/2.2.0.3 It is recommended screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. For children ages 2 to 5 years, total exposure (in early care and education and at home combined) to digital media should be limited to 1 hour per day of high-quality programming [1], and viewed with an adult who can help them apply what they are learning to the world around them (1). We discussed peeling and chipped paint, electrical outlets and torn frayed carpet. The rule can be found at 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (c) equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed storage of hazardous materials. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. We discussed the I will review the following ABCMS (Criminal Background System) requirement at your annual compliance visit: ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/17/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 4/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 10 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:35 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 facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted August 20, 2024. Upon arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I stated the reason for the visit. School age children were observed in the lobby area engaged in board games and a movie. After reviewing the floor plan and space calculation sheet, I observed the lobby is not an approved space . Ms. Johnson and I met at a table in the lobby to review paperwork and discuss the visit. Ms. Johnson was supervising the group of school age children today due to a teacher’s absence. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. In the room serving school age children I observed for general safety. The children were in the lobby. In the room serving preschool children I observed the children participating in a teacher directed coloring activity and watching a television show. License Posted/Permit Restrictions: The center is a GS 110-106. Permit restrictions were in compliance. Supervision: Each group of children was adequately supervised during the visit. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with children. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. Staff Records: There has been one (1) new staff member hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted and the file was monitored today. I competed a staff and training worksheet for the new employee. The Staff and Training Worksheets from the last annual compliance were reviewed to verify existing staff were current with criminal background checks, First Aid and CPR certification. ITS-SIDS, Safe Sleep Policy and Sleep Charts: The center does not have children under two years old enrolled. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted and in compliance. Administration of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. Storage of Hazardous Substances: A violation was cited. I observed hazardous materials stored unlocked in a file cabinet in the room serving school age children. Storage of Medication: The center does not have any ch8ildren requiring medication currently enrolled. General Safety: I monitored the facility for general safety and cited violations. Outlets were uncovered on the walls and floor. I observed chipped and peeling paint and torn frayed carpet. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Adequate/Approved Space: The group of school age children were observed in unapproved space. Program Records: Program records were reviewed and found in compliance. The emergency drill and incident log were monitored and in compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 8, 2024. The last fire inspection was on November 8, 2024. The following violations were cited: Violation Number Comment Rule 209 Children used space that was not approved. School age children were at tables set up in the lobby area of the family life center. GS 110-91(1)&(4-5) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/Child ratio sheets were not posted in Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In Space 3, paint was peeling and chipped on the walls. Residual glue from a bulletin board was present on a wall. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 3 the carpet was torn and frayed. A table with broken and chipped laminate was accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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 3 wall and floor outlets were uncovered. 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 3, Air Wick Air Freshener and hand sanitizer were in an unlocked file cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 1, 2025, 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 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. Email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety training free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. A current summary of law can be accessed in provider documents and forms for you to print and post. Approved Space We discussed that the lobby would need to be approved for continued use. Here is the rule for your reference: 10A NCAC 09 .1401 INDOOR SPACE As used in this Rule, the term "Primary Space" means the indoor space designated by the operator that will be used by children who attend the center. It shall be used to calculate a center's licensed capacity. The Division shall calculate the total area of the Primary Space by measuring the Primary Space or by reviewing current drawings of the space that have been signed and sealed by an architect or engineer licensed to practice in the State of North Carolina. All measurements of the Primary Space shall be rounded to the nearest inch. For child care centers in an occupied residence that are licensed for 3 to 12 children when any preschool-age children are in care, or for 3 to 15 children when only school-age children are in care the dining area of a kitchen may be counted as Primary Space if it is used for children's activities in addition to eating. The following spaces shall not be included in the designation or measurement of Primary Space: (1) closets; (2) hallways; (3) storage areas; (4) kitchens; (5) bathrooms; (6) utility areas; (7) thresholds; (8) foyers; (9) space used for administrative activities; (10) space occupied by adult-sized desks, cabinets, file cabinets, and other office equipment; (11) any floor space occupied by or located under structures, equipment, and furniture not used by children; and (12) any floor space occupied by or located under built-in equipment or furniture. No room may be occupied by more than one child per 25 square feet of floor space, provided that a room may be occupied by a larger group of children for special activities so long as such occupancy does not violate the State fire code. During rest periods any room used by children shall have no less than 200 cubic feet of air space per child. Paragraphs (a) through (c) and (e) through (g) of this Rule shall only apply to centers initially licensed on or after February 1, 1985. Screen Time Recommendation We discussed limiting screen time for children is best practice. Screen time recommendations for young children can be reviewed here: https://nrckids.org/CFOC/Database/2.2.0.3 It is recommended screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. For children ages 2 to 5 years, total exposure (in early care and education and at home combined) to digital media should be limited to 1 hour per day of high-quality programming [1], and viewed with an adult who can help them apply what they are learning to the world around them (1). We discussed peeling and chipped paint, electrical outlets and torn frayed carpet. The rule can be found at 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (c) equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed storage of hazardous materials. The rule can be reviewed at 15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE: (b) Toxic substances, which include 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 shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Any other product that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" and does not have any other warnings on the label shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but is not required to be kept in locked storage. For the purpose of Paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this Rule, a product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. (c) Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use, but are not required to be in locked storage. These solutions shall be labeled as sanitizing, disinfecting, or detergent solutions. Hand soap other than that which is in bulk containers is not required to be kept inaccessible to children or in locked storage. Bulk soaps shall be kept inaccessible to children. Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. We discussed the I will review the following ABCMS (Criminal Background System) requirement at your annual compliance visit: ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: KAYE DUNLAP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/17/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 10/17/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Other Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to follow up on a violation regarding the annual fire inspection cited on August 20, 2024, during the facility’s annual compliance visit. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Director, G. Johnson. I stated the reason for the visit. An approved fire inspection has not been received as of today. Communication with the Director has been on-going since the annual compliance visit regarding the correction of the violation. The Director stated that an approved fire inspection could not be completed until the service company signed off that all deficiencies noted during an initial inspection had been completed. The facility has been working with the company since March 2024. The last visit by the service company was September 23, 2024, and all deficiencies had been corrected. However, the company has not provided the facility with the paperwork documenting that everything passed. The Director stated that the documentation from the service company has been requested approximately five times, however, correct documentation has not been received. The Director spoke with the company while I was present and was told the documentation would be sent this afternoon. The Fire Marshall last visited the facility on October 1, 2024. During today's visit, I spoke with J. Killen, Deputy Fire Marshall. He stated the facility must have the following before an approved inspection can be issued: a report from a sprinkler company stating there are no deficiencies, a report from a fire alarm company stating there are no deficiencies with the fire alarm and a report stating the fire hydrant was operational and passed inspection. The following violation was cited today. 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. The last approved fire inspection was received July 1, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation documented must be corrected immediately. Failure to correct violations could result in an Administrative Action issued by the Division of Child Development and Early Education. On or before October 31, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violation was corrected. I must also receive the fire inspection. 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: Kaye Dunlap, Child Care Consultant PO Box 627 Matthews, NC 28106 Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at 704-594-0152 or by email at Kaye.Dunlap@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: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: KAYE DUNLAP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/17/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 10/17/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Other Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to follow up on a violation regarding the annual fire inspection cited on August 20, 2024, during the facility’s annual compliance visit. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Director, G. Johnson. I stated the reason for the visit. An approved fire inspection has not been received as of today. Communication with the Director has been on-going since the annual compliance visit regarding the correction of the violation. The Director stated that an approved fire inspection could not be completed until the service company signed off that all deficiencies noted during an initial inspection had been completed. The facility has been working with the company since March 2024. The last visit by the service company was September 23, 2024, and all deficiencies had been corrected. However, the company has not provided the facility with the paperwork documenting that everything passed. The Director stated that the documentation from the service company has been requested approximately five times, however, correct documentation has not been received. The Director spoke with the company while I was present and was told the documentation would be sent this afternoon. The Fire Marshall last visited the facility on October 1, 2024. During today's visit, I spoke with J. Killen, Deputy Fire Marshall. He stated the facility must have the following before an approved inspection can be issued: a report from a sprinkler company stating there are no deficiencies, a report from a fire alarm company stating there are no deficiencies with the fire alarm and a report stating the fire hydrant was operational and passed inspection. The following violation was cited today. 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. The last approved fire inspection was received July 1, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation documented must be corrected immediately. Failure to correct violations could result in an Administrative Action issued by the Division of Child Development and Early Education. On or before October 31, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violation was corrected. I must also receive the fire inspection. 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: Kaye Dunlap, Child Care Consultant PO Box 627 Matthews, NC 28106 Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at 704-594-0152 or by email at Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: KAYE DUNLAP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/20/2024 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 8/20/2024 Age: From 3 To 12 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:50 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. The facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 24, 2023. A sanitation inspection was completed May 15, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on July 1, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The last fire drill was conducted on August 8, 2024, and a lockdown drill on August 9, 2024. Playground safety checklists were also monitored and are occurring each month as required. I completed a walk-through of the facility since the Director, G. Johnson was counted in staff/child ratio in a classroom. I observed children in the indoor learning. Children were observed participating in free play activities, teacher directed activities, circle time, and personal care routines. Staff were supervising activities, personal care routines and leading circle time. Staff were supervising activities, personal care routines and leading circle time. Ten percent of children’s records were monitored. The Staff and Training Worksheets were not completed prior to today’s visit. The Director will complete the worksheets, and another visit will be conducted soon to monitor staff files. The following violations were observed today. 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. The last approved fire inspection was received July 1, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. A menu was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Space #111 is used for rest time for the preschool age children. Five of the thirteen cots were labeled by number only and no chart present indicating which cot belong to what child. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In the gym, there were at least twelve places on the wall that the paint was peeling. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 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. There were fourteen electrical outlets in the gym that were not protected by safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 3, 2024, 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 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: Kaye Dunlap, Child Care Consultant PO Box 627 Matthews, NC 28106 Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov The following technical assistance was provided. -All walls and ceiling must be free of peeling/chipping paint. I reminded the Director that peeling paint must be repaired. The peeling paint was in a shared space that is not always used by the children in the facility. I suggested monitoring the space monthly to ensure all walls and ceilings are in good repair. -Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. The Director stated that the inspector had conducted a visit, however, could not give the facility an approved inspection due to the kitchen suppression system. She stated that the system was repaired yesterday, and the inspector would conduct another inspection by the end of the week. -When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. The Director stated that the gym is shared space with the church. I suggested that the gym be monitored by staff after church events are held to ensure all outlets are covered. - At least one dated copy of the current week's menu shall be posted where it can be seen by parents and food preparation staff when food is prepared or provided by the center. - Beds, cots, and mats shall be assigned and labeled for use by an individual child and equipped with individual linens. Eight of the thirteen cots were labeled with names however, five cots were labeled by number only. No chart was available to reference. The Director stated that she had several children leave for kindergarten and took the chart down yesterday to revise. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns, please contact me at 704-594-0152 or by email at kaye.dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: KAYE DUNLAP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/20/2024 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 8/20/2024 Age: From 3 To 12 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:50 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. The facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 24, 2023. A sanitation inspection was completed May 15, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on July 1, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The last fire drill was conducted on August 8, 2024, and a lockdown drill on August 9, 2024. Playground safety checklists were also monitored and are occurring each month as required. I completed a walk-through of the facility since the Director, G. Johnson was counted in staff/child ratio in a classroom. I observed children in the indoor learning. Children were observed participating in free play activities, teacher directed activities, circle time, and personal care routines. Staff were supervising activities, personal care routines and leading circle time. Staff were supervising activities, personal care routines and leading circle time. Ten percent of children’s records were monitored. The Staff and Training Worksheets were not completed prior to today’s visit. The Director will complete the worksheets, and another visit will be conducted soon to monitor staff files. The following violations were observed today. 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. The last approved fire inspection was received July 1, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. A menu was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Space #111 is used for rest time for the preschool age children. Five of the thirteen cots were labeled by number only and no chart present indicating which cot belong to what child. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In the gym, there were at least twelve places on the wall that the paint was peeling. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 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. There were fourteen electrical outlets in the gym that were not protected by safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 3, 2024, 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 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: Kaye Dunlap, Child Care Consultant PO Box 627 Matthews, NC 28106 Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov The following technical assistance was provided. -All walls and ceiling must be free of peeling/chipping paint. I reminded the Director that peeling paint must be repaired. The peeling paint was in a shared space that is not always used by the children in the facility. I suggested monitoring the space monthly to ensure all walls and ceilings are in good repair. -Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. The Director stated that the inspector had conducted a visit, however, could not give the facility an approved inspection due to the kitchen suppression system. She stated that the system was repaired yesterday, and the inspector would conduct another inspection by the end of the week. -When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. The Director stated that the gym is shared space with the church. I suggested that the gym be monitored by staff after church events are held to ensure all outlets are covered. - At least one dated copy of the current week's menu shall be posted where it can be seen by parents and food preparation staff when food is prepared or provided by the center. - Beds, cots, and mats shall be assigned and labeled for use by an individual child and equipped with individual linens. Eight of the thirteen cots were labeled with names however, five cots were labeled by number only. No chart was available to reference. The Director stated that she had several children leave for kindergarten and took the chart down yesterday to revise. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns, please contact me at 704-594-0152 or by email at kaye.dunlap@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 .0901 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: KAYE DUNLAP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/20/2024 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 8/20/2024 Age: From 3 To 12 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:50 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. The facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 24, 2023. A sanitation inspection was completed May 15, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on July 1, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The last fire drill was conducted on August 8, 2024, and a lockdown drill on August 9, 2024. Playground safety checklists were also monitored and are occurring each month as required. I completed a walk-through of the facility since the Director, G. Johnson was counted in staff/child ratio in a classroom. I observed children in the indoor learning. Children were observed participating in free play activities, teacher directed activities, circle time, and personal care routines. Staff were supervising activities, personal care routines and leading circle time. Staff were supervising activities, personal care routines and leading circle time. Ten percent of children’s records were monitored. The Staff and Training Worksheets were not completed prior to today’s visit. The Director will complete the worksheets, and another visit will be conducted soon to monitor staff files. The following violations were observed today. 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. The last approved fire inspection was received July 1, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. A menu was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Space #111 is used for rest time for the preschool age children. Five of the thirteen cots were labeled by number only and no chart present indicating which cot belong to what child. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In the gym, there were at least twelve places on the wall that the paint was peeling. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 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. There were fourteen electrical outlets in the gym that were not protected by safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 3, 2024, 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 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: Kaye Dunlap, Child Care Consultant PO Box 627 Matthews, NC 28106 Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov The following technical assistance was provided. -All walls and ceiling must be free of peeling/chipping paint. I reminded the Director that peeling paint must be repaired. The peeling paint was in a shared space that is not always used by the children in the facility. I suggested monitoring the space monthly to ensure all walls and ceilings are in good repair. -Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. The Director stated that the inspector had conducted a visit, however, could not give the facility an approved inspection due to the kitchen suppression system. She stated that the system was repaired yesterday, and the inspector would conduct another inspection by the end of the week. -When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. The Director stated that the gym is shared space with the church. I suggested that the gym be monitored by staff after church events are held to ensure all outlets are covered. - At least one dated copy of the current week's menu shall be posted where it can be seen by parents and food preparation staff when food is prepared or provided by the center. - Beds, cots, and mats shall be assigned and labeled for use by an individual child and equipped with individual linens. Eight of the thirteen cots were labeled with names however, five cots were labeled by number only. No chart was available to reference. The Director stated that she had several children leave for kindergarten and took the chart down yesterday to revise. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns, please contact me at 704-594-0152 or by email at kaye.dunlap@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. 110-106 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: KAYE DUNLAP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/20/2024 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 8/20/2024 Age: From 3 To 12 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:50 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. The facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 24, 2023. A sanitation inspection was completed May 15, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on July 1, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The last fire drill was conducted on August 8, 2024, and a lockdown drill on August 9, 2024. Playground safety checklists were also monitored and are occurring each month as required. I completed a walk-through of the facility since the Director, G. Johnson was counted in staff/child ratio in a classroom. I observed children in the indoor learning. Children were observed participating in free play activities, teacher directed activities, circle time, and personal care routines. Staff were supervising activities, personal care routines and leading circle time. Staff were supervising activities, personal care routines and leading circle time. Ten percent of children’s records were monitored. The Staff and Training Worksheets were not completed prior to today’s visit. The Director will complete the worksheets, and another visit will be conducted soon to monitor staff files. The following violations were observed today. 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. The last approved fire inspection was received July 1, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. A menu was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Space #111 is used for rest time for the preschool age children. Five of the thirteen cots were labeled by number only and no chart present indicating which cot belong to what child. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In the gym, there were at least twelve places on the wall that the paint was peeling. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 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. There were fourteen electrical outlets in the gym that were not protected by safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 3, 2024, 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 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: Kaye Dunlap, Child Care Consultant PO Box 627 Matthews, NC 28106 Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov The following technical assistance was provided. -All walls and ceiling must be free of peeling/chipping paint. I reminded the Director that peeling paint must be repaired. The peeling paint was in a shared space that is not always used by the children in the facility. I suggested monitoring the space monthly to ensure all walls and ceilings are in good repair. -Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. The Director stated that the inspector had conducted a visit, however, could not give the facility an approved inspection due to the kitchen suppression system. She stated that the system was repaired yesterday, and the inspector would conduct another inspection by the end of the week. -When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. The Director stated that the gym is shared space with the church. I suggested that the gym be monitored by staff after church events are held to ensure all outlets are covered. - At least one dated copy of the current week's menu shall be posted where it can be seen by parents and food preparation staff when food is prepared or provided by the center. - Beds, cots, and mats shall be assigned and labeled for use by an individual child and equipped with individual linens. Eight of the thirteen cots were labeled with names however, five cots were labeled by number only. No chart was available to reference. The Director stated that she had several children leave for kindergarten and took the chart down yesterday to revise. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns, please contact me at 704-594-0152 or by email at kaye.dunlap@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: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: KAYE DUNLAP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/20/2024 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 8/20/2024 Age: From 3 To 12 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:50 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. The facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 24, 2023. A sanitation inspection was completed May 15, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on July 1, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The last fire drill was conducted on August 8, 2024, and a lockdown drill on August 9, 2024. Playground safety checklists were also monitored and are occurring each month as required. I completed a walk-through of the facility since the Director, G. Johnson was counted in staff/child ratio in a classroom. I observed children in the indoor learning. Children were observed participating in free play activities, teacher directed activities, circle time, and personal care routines. Staff were supervising activities, personal care routines and leading circle time. Staff were supervising activities, personal care routines and leading circle time. Ten percent of children’s records were monitored. The Staff and Training Worksheets were not completed prior to today’s visit. The Director will complete the worksheets, and another visit will be conducted soon to monitor staff files. The following violations were observed today. 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. The last approved fire inspection was received July 1, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. A menu was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Space #111 is used for rest time for the preschool age children. Five of the thirteen cots were labeled by number only and no chart present indicating which cot belong to what child. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In the gym, there were at least twelve places on the wall that the paint was peeling. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 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. There were fourteen electrical outlets in the gym that were not protected by safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 3, 2024, 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 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: Kaye Dunlap, Child Care Consultant PO Box 627 Matthews, NC 28106 Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov The following technical assistance was provided. -All walls and ceiling must be free of peeling/chipping paint. I reminded the Director that peeling paint must be repaired. The peeling paint was in a shared space that is not always used by the children in the facility. I suggested monitoring the space monthly to ensure all walls and ceilings are in good repair. -Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. The Director stated that the inspector had conducted a visit, however, could not give the facility an approved inspection due to the kitchen suppression system. She stated that the system was repaired yesterday, and the inspector would conduct another inspection by the end of the week. -When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. The Director stated that the gym is shared space with the church. I suggested that the gym be monitored by staff after church events are held to ensure all outlets are covered. - At least one dated copy of the current week's menu shall be posted where it can be seen by parents and food preparation staff when food is prepared or provided by the center. - Beds, cots, and mats shall be assigned and labeled for use by an individual child and equipped with individual linens. Eight of the thirteen cots were labeled with names however, five cots were labeled by number only. No chart was available to reference. The Director stated that she had several children leave for kindergarten and took the chart down yesterday to revise. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns, please contact me at 704-594-0152 or by email at kaye.dunlap@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 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: KAYE DUNLAP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/27/2024 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 2/27/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 175 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 12:30 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 facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed February 26, 2024, and New Beginnings Community Church of Charlotte, Inc. is listed as current- active. The Director, G. Johnson, assisted me with today’s visit. We conducted a walk-through of the facility, children were observed in the indoor learning environment and supervision and staff/child ratios were found to be in compliance. The children were observed participating in arrival procedures, routines and free choice of activity areas. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. There have been three new staff members hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted on August 24, 2023. Files for the new staff members were monitored today. The Staff and Training Worksheets were reviewed to verify existing staff were current with criminal background checks, First Aid and CPR certification. The last fire inspection was conducted July 2023. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 30, 2023, with three demerits and a “Superior” rating. A lockdown drill was conducted on February 12, 2024, and the last fire drill was conducted on February 7, 2024. Outdoor safety checks were also monitored today and occurring monthly as required. There were four violations were cited and two corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One new staff member's medical report was dated January 3, 2023 and the hire date was January 9, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One new staff member's TB test was dated November 22, 2022 and the hire date was January 9, 2024. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One new staff member had a health questionnaire on file however, it was completed more than a year from the hire date. .0701(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. One new staff member completed the Emergency Information form however, it was completed more than one year from the hire date. .0701(a) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 12, 2024, 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 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: Kaye Dunlap, Child Care Consultant PO Box 627 Matthews, NC 28106 Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov The following technical assistance was provided: While reviewing staff files, I noticed that health questionnaires and emergency information for staff were dated the same time applications were completed which was in some cases six months prior to the hire date. I recommended to the Director not to have the forms completed until the staff are actually hired to ensure the most current information. The three new staff members updated both forms today. I explained to the Director that when hiring a new staff member their medical report and TB test must be within twelve months of the hire date. She stated that when applicants complete an application she gives them all of the required paperwork at that time even though it might be while before they are hired. I suggested she not give an applicant the paperwork until she can confirm they will be hired to ensure the documents are completed within the required timeframe. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at 704-594-0152 or by email at kaye.dunlap@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. 110-106 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: KAYE DUNLAP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/27/2024 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 2/27/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 175 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 12:30 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 facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed February 26, 2024, and New Beginnings Community Church of Charlotte, Inc. is listed as current- active. The Director, G. Johnson, assisted me with today’s visit. We conducted a walk-through of the facility, children were observed in the indoor learning environment and supervision and staff/child ratios were found to be in compliance. The children were observed participating in arrival procedures, routines and free choice of activity areas. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. There have been three new staff members hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted on August 24, 2023. Files for the new staff members were monitored today. The Staff and Training Worksheets were reviewed to verify existing staff were current with criminal background checks, First Aid and CPR certification. The last fire inspection was conducted July 2023. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 30, 2023, with three demerits and a “Superior” rating. A lockdown drill was conducted on February 12, 2024, and the last fire drill was conducted on February 7, 2024. Outdoor safety checks were also monitored today and occurring monthly as required. There were four violations were cited and two corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One new staff member's medical report was dated January 3, 2023 and the hire date was January 9, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One new staff member's TB test was dated November 22, 2022 and the hire date was January 9, 2024. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One new staff member had a health questionnaire on file however, it was completed more than a year from the hire date. .0701(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. One new staff member completed the Emergency Information form however, it was completed more than one year from the hire date. .0701(a) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 12, 2024, 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 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: Kaye Dunlap, Child Care Consultant PO Box 627 Matthews, NC 28106 Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov The following technical assistance was provided: While reviewing staff files, I noticed that health questionnaires and emergency information for staff were dated the same time applications were completed which was in some cases six months prior to the hire date. I recommended to the Director not to have the forms completed until the staff are actually hired to ensure the most current information. The three new staff members updated both forms today. I explained to the Director that when hiring a new staff member their medical report and TB test must be within twelve months of the hire date. She stated that when applicants complete an application she gives them all of the required paperwork at that time even though it might be while before they are hired. I suggested she not give an applicant the paperwork until she can confirm they will be hired to ensure the documents are completed within the required timeframe. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at 704-594-0152 or by email at kaye.dunlap@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: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: KAYE DUNLAP Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/27/2024 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 2/27/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 175 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 12:30 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 facility operates a G.S. 110-106 Religious Sponsored Program. The program’s 18-month compliance history before today’s visit was 96%. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed February 26, 2024, and New Beginnings Community Church of Charlotte, Inc. is listed as current- active. The Director, G. Johnson, assisted me with today’s visit. We conducted a walk-through of the facility, children were observed in the indoor learning environment and supervision and staff/child ratios were found to be in compliance. The children were observed participating in arrival procedures, routines and free choice of activity areas. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. There have been three new staff members hired since the annual compliance visit was conducted on August 24, 2023. Files for the new staff members were monitored today. The Staff and Training Worksheets were reviewed to verify existing staff were current with criminal background checks, First Aid and CPR certification. The last fire inspection was conducted July 2023. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 30, 2023, with three demerits and a “Superior” rating. A lockdown drill was conducted on February 12, 2024, and the last fire drill was conducted on February 7, 2024. Outdoor safety checks were also monitored today and occurring monthly as required. There were four violations were cited and two corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One new staff member's medical report was dated January 3, 2023 and the hire date was January 9, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One new staff member's TB test was dated November 22, 2022 and the hire date was January 9, 2024. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One new staff member had a health questionnaire on file however, it was completed more than a year from the hire date. .0701(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. One new staff member completed the Emergency Information form however, it was completed more than one year from the hire date. .0701(a) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 12, 2024, 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 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: Kaye Dunlap, Child Care Consultant PO Box 627 Matthews, NC 28106 Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov The following technical assistance was provided: While reviewing staff files, I noticed that health questionnaires and emergency information for staff were dated the same time applications were completed which was in some cases six months prior to the hire date. I recommended to the Director not to have the forms completed until the staff are actually hired to ensure the most current information. The three new staff members updated both forms today. I explained to the Director that when hiring a new staff member their medical report and TB test must be within twelve months of the hire date. She stated that when applicants complete an application she gives them all of the required paperwork at that time even though it might be while before they are hired. I suggested she not give an applicant the paperwork until she can confirm they will be hired to ensure the documents are completed within the required timeframe. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at 704-594-0152 or by email at kaye.dunlap@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: THE SUNRISE ACADEMY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 60003498 Consultant: AMY ITALIANO Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/24/2023 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 8/24/2023 Age: From 0 To 9 Total Minutes: 115 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance during an Annual Compliance Visit. The facility is a GS-110 issued September 10, 2018. The facility has a compliance history of 89% prior to today’s visit. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted August 25, 2022. Upon my arrival I was greeted by Gale Johnson, Director. I explained the purpose of today’s visit. Ms. Johnson accompanied on today’s walk-through. Preschool children were observed in free center. Four (4) school age children were observed in free play in gym, Mr. Fairley was with this group. All groups were in staff/child ratio and adequately supervised. Hazardous products were stored locked. I monitored the playground, which was found in compliance. The facility will provide transportation to and from school once school starts. Transportation requirements were found in compliance. Program records were reviewed and found in compliance. We monitored (2) children’s files, two (2) violations were observed. I monitored two (2) current staff files; one (1) violation WAS observed. - The last sanitation inspection was conducted on May 4, 2023, with 7 demerits, superior rating. - The last fire inspection was July 1, 2023. Three (3) violations were observed and discussed with Ms. Johnson. Violation Number Comment Rule 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One staff member did not have a current health questionnaire on file. .0701(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child, who enrolled March 6, 2023 did not have a medical exam on file. GS110-91(1) 1871 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with parents of currently enrolled children 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy. One child, who enrolled March 6, 2023 did not have a signed Shaken Baby Syndrome policy on file. .0608(b) Corrective Action The childcare provider is expected to always maintain all applicable childcare requirements. The provider will send the following to me on or before September 7, 2023. Ms. Johnson must send a letter explaining what actions were taken to correct the violations cited during the visit. Failure to correct the violations and/or submit the compliance letter to me by the due date listed about may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted to ensure corrections were made. Please mail/email/scan this letter to: Amy Italiano – amy.italiano@dhhs.nc.gov PO Box 659 Waxhaw NC 28173 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Technical Assistance: - I encouraged Ms. Johnson to make sure that parents were dating the application. - It was discussed with Ms. Johnson that the picnic table on the playground were beginning to weather and to keep an eye on the table for splinter and wood spitting. - Ms. Johnson was reminded that her CPR/First Aid will expire on August 31, 2023, she stated she is enrolled in a class on August 26, 2023. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 704-936-6065 or through email at amy.italiano@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