Weddington Elementary Afterschool

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: WEDDINGTON ELEMENTARY AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 90000138 Consultant: ABIGAIL AVALOS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/1/2025 Number Present: 73 Completed Date: 8/1/2025 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 176 Time In: 09:34 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. Upon arrival I was greeted by Mr. Jonathan Lamar, Program Coordinator. I shared the reason for the visit. You were able to assist me with today’s visit. This site is hosting summer camp operations. Permit Information: The program currently operates with a Five Star Center License effective 11/15/23. The license was not posted, we reviewed this equipment and to ensure that your license is posted in a prominent place. The following restrictions were in compliance: - 1st Shift - School Age Only - Meets Enhanced Ratios - Meets Enhanced Space - Prohibit from being in the kitchen for any purpose. - Enhanced ratio minus one. Ownership: The facility owner is the Union County Board of Education. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring, this includes a change of the superintendent. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. I monitored the following items: supervision, staff/child ratio, staff, health, safety, and program records. The following licensed spaces were monitored: - gym - cafeteria - bathrooms - playground - trailer #4 - trailer #5/#1 Inspections: The program's last fire inspection on file with DCDEE was completed on 9/18/24. As a reminder the fire inspection needs to be completed annually and prior to the previous year’s inspection. Once the inspection is complete, please send me a copy of the report within seven (7) days. The program's recent sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/13/25. The program received two (2) demerits and received a superior classification. The last playground inspection on file was dated 7/3/25. I observed the playground inspection for June 2025 labeled for “Newtown” and not Weddington, it was reported that both sites were completed and that the program coordinator probably didn’t mean to write their site on the inspection. Please ensure that inspections are completed by an individual trained in playground safety and documenting correct facility name, dates and times. Indoor Learning Environment: I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios in compliance. Children were participating in transitions, outdoor play, free play and restroom routines. Children were engaged in gross motor play, had access to water and were engaged in the daily routine. I observed one (1) outlet uncovered in the gym. There were two (2) outlets uncovered in trailer #4. I observed two (2) outlets uncovered in trailer #1, one (1) had tape over the top outlet, please only use designated safe outlet covers. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was monitored and in compliance, I observed the mulch compacted. Please ensure to track and document any playground concerns on your monthly inspections and address issues with rusting/chipped paint, mulch levels and broken equipment. Program Records: The last fire drill was conducted on 7/2/22 and the last emergency drill was conducted on 6/6/25. The EPR plan was last updated on 8/26/24, all staff reviewed the EPR plan for summer camp on 7/18/25. Staff Records: The DPI Verification Forms for staff were on file with current dates. I reviewed that criminal background letters (CBC) are valid for five (5) years. The letters dated for three (3) years need to have two (2) years added to the expiration date not five (5). Nutrition: This center only serves afternoon snacks during the school year. A current menu was posted for summer camp operations. Children's special diets or food allergies were not posted where they can be seen in the food preparation area and in the child's eating area, it was reported that they are on the Program Coordinator’s clipboard, requirements were discussed. The refrigerator used to store beverages did not have a thermometer indicating the temperature, requirements were discussed. Medication: Reported medication was monitored, I observed the children’s medication stored above five (5) feet in a central location. The children’s medical action plans were in the child’s file. It is best practice to have the medication as closest to the child as possible and to have the medical action plan, and medical permission form with the medication. I observed one (1) medication permission form not on file for one (1) child, it was reported that you have made attempts to ask the family to complete the paperwork but did not receive it. I observed a generic medication for Benadryl in the basket stored above five (5) feet, we reviewed requirements to have this locked due to it not being an emergency lifesaving medication. EPI Pens and Inhalers do not have to be locked. Weapons: It was reported that the facility was in compliance with child care requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: The DPI Verification Forms for transportation were on file with current dates. Transportation is not provided at this facility during the school year. Violation Number Comment Rule 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. Children's special diets or food allergies were not posted where they can be seen in the food preparation area and in the child's eating area. .0901(g) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The refrigerator used to store beverages did not have a thermometer indicating the temperature. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 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. Five (5) outlets were uncovered. One (1) outlet in the gym, two (2) outlets in trailer #4 and two (2) outlets in trailer #1. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. I observed a generic medication for Benadryl in the basket stored above five (5) feet and not locked. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. I observed one (1) medication permission form not on file for one (1) child. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) Corrective Action Plan – Compliance Letter: The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before 8/15/25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Please ensure that all these components are in your compliance letter, a template was left with you: • Name of your facility • Your facility ID number • Date the visit made • Date that you are submitting the compliance letter • Provide each cited violation number • Describe when and how each violation was corrected • Describe how you will prevent the reoccurrence of each violation (you need to specify how you will prevent the violation from re-occurring) • Sign with your signature Please email the information to: abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov Compliance History: The program’s compliance history was eighty-six percent (86%) prior to today’s visit. Rated License: The QRIS rulemaking process has been completed, this means that hold harmless is no longer in place. We are actively planning for the implementation of the new QRIS requirements. The RAISE NC newsletters will continue to provide updates on how we will proceed. At this time, please familiarize yourself with the new QRIS by visiting the QRIS Modernization page on our website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRISModernization please contact your consultant if you have questions. Resources and Reminders: Please ensure that all on-going training hours are being completed and documented as required for yourself and all staff members and that any annual documents are being updated and completed. - Staff Development Plans - Annual Evaluations for Staff - Medical Forms (Health Questionnaire/Emergency Info) - Policy Reviews (EMC, EPR, and any other policies that are amended) Please ensure to update your Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPR) to reflect all current information regarding your enrollment, contact numbers and any updates to your emergency plans. Lead in Water, Lead-Based Paint and Asbestos: As of today, your facility has completed all of these sections. Technical Assistance: As previously discussed with Ms. Little, the trailers that are documented by DCDEE are trailer #4 and #5. Please refer to the trailers by their labeled numbers. Due to the uncertainty of trailer #1 being previously labeled as trailer #5, I measured trailer #1. Trailer #1 is located outdoors between the playground and by the after school entrance, with a labeled marker “T1”. I completed a floor diagram with measurements. There is a total of 751.73 square feet with a capacity of: - 25 children at 30 square feet per child - 30 children at 25 square feet per child A copy of the space calculation sheet was left with today’s documents. Exit Conference: At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, Mr. Lamar. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-249-6440 or via email at abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Abigail Avalos, M.Ed. Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: WEDDINGTON ELEMENTARY AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 90000138 Consultant: ABIGAIL AVALOS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/1/2025 Number Present: 73 Completed Date: 8/1/2025 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 176 Time In: 09:34 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. Upon arrival I was greeted by Mr. Jonathan Lamar, Program Coordinator. I shared the reason for the visit. You were able to assist me with today’s visit. This site is hosting summer camp operations. Permit Information: The program currently operates with a Five Star Center License effective 11/15/23. The license was not posted, we reviewed this equipment and to ensure that your license is posted in a prominent place. The following restrictions were in compliance: - 1st Shift - School Age Only - Meets Enhanced Ratios - Meets Enhanced Space - Prohibit from being in the kitchen for any purpose. - Enhanced ratio minus one. Ownership: The facility owner is the Union County Board of Education. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring, this includes a change of the superintendent. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. I monitored the following items: supervision, staff/child ratio, staff, health, safety, and program records. The following licensed spaces were monitored: - gym - cafeteria - bathrooms - playground - trailer #4 - trailer #5/#1 Inspections: The program's last fire inspection on file with DCDEE was completed on 9/18/24. As a reminder the fire inspection needs to be completed annually and prior to the previous year’s inspection. Once the inspection is complete, please send me a copy of the report within seven (7) days. The program's recent sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/13/25. The program received two (2) demerits and received a superior classification. The last playground inspection on file was dated 7/3/25. I observed the playground inspection for June 2025 labeled for “Newtown” and not Weddington, it was reported that both sites were completed and that the program coordinator probably didn’t mean to write their site on the inspection. Please ensure that inspections are completed by an individual trained in playground safety and documenting correct facility name, dates and times. Indoor Learning Environment: I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios in compliance. Children were participating in transitions, outdoor play, free play and restroom routines. Children were engaged in gross motor play, had access to water and were engaged in the daily routine. I observed one (1) outlet uncovered in the gym. There were two (2) outlets uncovered in trailer #4. I observed two (2) outlets uncovered in trailer #1, one (1) had tape over the top outlet, please only use designated safe outlet covers. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was monitored and in compliance, I observed the mulch compacted. Please ensure to track and document any playground concerns on your monthly inspections and address issues with rusting/chipped paint, mulch levels and broken equipment. Program Records: The last fire drill was conducted on 7/2/22 and the last emergency drill was conducted on 6/6/25. The EPR plan was last updated on 8/26/24, all staff reviewed the EPR plan for summer camp on 7/18/25. Staff Records: The DPI Verification Forms for staff were on file with current dates. I reviewed that criminal background letters (CBC) are valid for five (5) years. The letters dated for three (3) years need to have two (2) years added to the expiration date not five (5). Nutrition: This center only serves afternoon snacks during the school year. A current menu was posted for summer camp operations. Children's special diets or food allergies were not posted where they can be seen in the food preparation area and in the child's eating area, it was reported that they are on the Program Coordinator’s clipboard, requirements were discussed. The refrigerator used to store beverages did not have a thermometer indicating the temperature, requirements were discussed. Medication: Reported medication was monitored, I observed the children’s medication stored above five (5) feet in a central location. The children’s medical action plans were in the child’s file. It is best practice to have the medication as closest to the child as possible and to have the medical action plan, and medical permission form with the medication. I observed one (1) medication permission form not on file for one (1) child, it was reported that you have made attempts to ask the family to complete the paperwork but did not receive it. I observed a generic medication for Benadryl in the basket stored above five (5) feet, we reviewed requirements to have this locked due to it not being an emergency lifesaving medication. EPI Pens and Inhalers do not have to be locked. Weapons: It was reported that the facility was in compliance with child care requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: The DPI Verification Forms for transportation were on file with current dates. Transportation is not provided at this facility during the school year. Violation Number Comment Rule 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. Children's special diets or food allergies were not posted where they can be seen in the food preparation area and in the child's eating area. .0901(g) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The refrigerator used to store beverages did not have a thermometer indicating the temperature. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 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. Five (5) outlets were uncovered. One (1) outlet in the gym, two (2) outlets in trailer #4 and two (2) outlets in trailer #1. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. I observed a generic medication for Benadryl in the basket stored above five (5) feet and not locked. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. I observed one (1) medication permission form not on file for one (1) child. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) Corrective Action Plan – Compliance Letter: The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before 8/15/25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Please ensure that all these components are in your compliance letter, a template was left with you: • Name of your facility • Your facility ID number • Date the visit made • Date that you are submitting the compliance letter • Provide each cited violation number • Describe when and how each violation was corrected • Describe how you will prevent the reoccurrence of each violation (you need to specify how you will prevent the violation from re-occurring) • Sign with your signature Please email the information to: abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov Compliance History: The program’s compliance history was eighty-six percent (86%) prior to today’s visit. Rated License: The QRIS rulemaking process has been completed, this means that hold harmless is no longer in place. We are actively planning for the implementation of the new QRIS requirements. The RAISE NC newsletters will continue to provide updates on how we will proceed. At this time, please familiarize yourself with the new QRIS by visiting the QRIS Modernization page on our website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRISModernization please contact your consultant if you have questions. Resources and Reminders: Please ensure that all on-going training hours are being completed and documented as required for yourself and all staff members and that any annual documents are being updated and completed. - Staff Development Plans - Annual Evaluations for Staff - Medical Forms (Health Questionnaire/Emergency Info) - Policy Reviews (EMC, EPR, and any other policies that are amended) Please ensure to update your Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPR) to reflect all current information regarding your enrollment, contact numbers and any updates to your emergency plans. Lead in Water, Lead-Based Paint and Asbestos: As of today, your facility has completed all of these sections. Technical Assistance: As previously discussed with Ms. Little, the trailers that are documented by DCDEE are trailer #4 and #5. Please refer to the trailers by their labeled numbers. Due to the uncertainty of trailer #1 being previously labeled as trailer #5, I measured trailer #1. Trailer #1 is located outdoors between the playground and by the after school entrance, with a labeled marker “T1”. I completed a floor diagram with measurements. There is a total of 751.73 square feet with a capacity of: - 25 children at 30 square feet per child - 30 children at 25 square feet per child A copy of the space calculation sheet was left with today’s documents. Exit Conference: At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, Mr. Lamar. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-249-6440 or via email at abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Abigail Avalos, M.Ed. Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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: WEDDINGTON ELEMENTARY AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 90000138 Consultant: ABIGAIL AVALOS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/23/2025 Number Present: 46 Completed Date: 1/23/2025 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 01:30 PM Time Out: 04:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by the office staff then I met with Program Coordinator, Teyona Little. I shared the reason for the visit and you were able to assist me. Permit Information: Your program currently operates with a Five-Star Center License effective 11/15/23. The license was posted, with the following restrictions in compliance: - 1st shift - School Age Only - Meets enhanced ratios - Meets enhanced space - Prohibit children from being in the kitchen for any purpose. - Enhanced ratio minus one. Ownership: The facility owner is the Union County Board of Education. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring, this includes a change of the superintendent. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. I monitored the following items: supervision, staff/child ratio, licensed spaces, capacity, staff and children’s records, health, safety, and program records. The following licensed spaces are being used: - gym - cafeteria - bathrooms - playground - trailer #4 - trailer #1 (During the visit I reviewed that the floorplan on file has a trailer labeled for #5 and that I would reach out in the future once I review the floorplans to ensure if this is the same trailer) Inspections: The program's last fire inspection on file with DCDEE was completed on 9/18/24. As a reminder, fire inspections are to be completed prior to the previous year’s inspection and sent to your consultant within seven (7) days. The program's recent sanitation inspection on file with DCDEE was conducted on 12/3/24. The program received six (6) demerits and received a superior classification. The last playground inspection was conducted on 12/9/24 by another person trained in playground safety. You shared that you signed up for the playground safety training and will be taking it in the upcoming month. Once you complete the training you can complete the facility’s playground inspections. Indoor Learning Environment: I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios in compliance. Children were participating in transitions from the school day into the after-school program. I observed children participating in bathroom/handwashing routines, free play, gross motor play, and afternoon snack. A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral. In trailer #1, I observed group #1 eating afternoon snack, we reviewed that allergies/special diets need to be posted in the food prep and areas where children eat. We don’t have a template to use, I reviewed to create a form where you indicate the children with allergies and their allergen then to post a cover sheet in front of it labeled, “Allergies”. In trailer #4, I observed one (1) outlet uncovered by the science area, this was corrected during the visit. This space also did not have a staff/child ratio poster posted, we reviewed that this space was previously measured and the max capacity of children for this space is 27 children at 30 (thirty) square feet. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was monitored and in compliance. Program Records: We reviewed that all drills need to be logged on the log posted, I did not observe a fire drill logged for November 2024 and December 2024. I did not observe an emergency drill logged after 9/6/24. During the visit, you were able to provide documentation of the rosters for fire drills being conducted on 11/15/24 and 12/6/24. Rosters were also provided for an emergency drill that was conducted on 12/6/24, this was corrected during the visit. The EPR plan was last updated on 8/26/24. You asked if it needed to be updated every time your enrollment changes, rule requirements state to update at least annually and as changes occur. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheet was partially completed prior to the visit. There were two (2) new staff files to review. Please refer to the staff/training worksheet to review which files were monitored. One (1) staff file did not have the required child maltreatment training completed within ninety (90) days of hire. I also reviewed that rules indicate that orientation requirements are in addition to the health and safety trainings, this means that the child maltreatment training cannot be recorded in both the orientation form and the health and safety training log. We reviewed examples of how to review the orientation requirement for, “Recognizing, responding to, and reporting child abuse, neglect, or maltreatment pursuant to G.S. 110-105.4 and G.S. 7B-301”. Children’s Records: Six (6) children’s files were reviewed, requirements were in compliance. Please refer to the children’s worksheet to review which files were monitored. For the children’s application form, I observed two (2) different forms in which either one or the other was missing an answer in the health care needs section. You explained that the application is digital on ProCare and that some Program Coordinator’s use one or the other, I observed answers being completed on both forms and suggested that moving forward ensure Program Coordinator signatures are present and all areas answered by the parents, this also includes their first and last name not “Guardian #1 and Guardian #2”. Medication: It was reported that only one (1) child has emergency medication, I will follow-up with you regarding the protocol of what ASEP’s need to follow if you ever have medication for a child enrolled in the ASEP and the medication is locked in the nurse’s office. Nutrition: This center only serves afternoon snacks, a current menu was posted. Weapons: It was reported that the facility was in compliance with child care requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: Transportation is not provided at this facility. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. In trailer #4, a staff/child ratio poster posted. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. In trailer #1, I observed group #1 eating afternoon snack, we reviewed that allergies/special diets need to be posted in the food prep and areas where children eat. .0901(g) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not logged for November 2024 and December 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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 trailer #4, I observed one (1) outlet uncovered by the science area. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 830 A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information. A First Aid sheet was not posted. .0802(h) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. An emergency drill was not logged after 9/6/24. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One (1) staff file did not have the required child maltreatment training completed within ninety (90) days of hire. .1102(g) Corrective Action Plan: The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before 2/6/25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Please ensure that all these components are in your compliance letter: • Name of your facility • Your facility ID number • Date the visit made • Date that you are submitting the compliance letter • Provide each cited violation number • Describe when and how each violation was corrected • Describe how you will prevent the recurrence of each violation (you need to specify how you will prevent the violation • from re-occurring) • Sign with your signature Please email the information to: abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov Compliance History: The program’s compliance history was ninety-two percent (92%) prior to today’s visit. Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS (Quality Rating and Improvement System) is implemented, this is also known as SB 425 (Senate Bill 425). Providers in Cohort #1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless requested, and providers in Cohort #2 do not need to start their preparation year unless a rated license assessment is requested. Technical Assistance: Once you log incident reports on your incident log, file the incident reports in the children’s file. Please ensure that you sign Emergency Information and Health Questionnaire forms for staff. Lead in Water/Paint and Asbestos: 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816 require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking water, identify lead based paint hazards, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. As of today, your facility has completed all sections of testing. Exit Conference: At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, Ms. Little. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-249-6440 or via email at abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Abigail Avalos, M.Ed. Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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: WEDDINGTON ELEMENTARY AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 90000138 Consultant: ABIGAIL AVALOS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/23/2025 Number Present: 46 Completed Date: 1/23/2025 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 01:30 PM Time Out: 04:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by the office staff then I met with Program Coordinator, Teyona Little. I shared the reason for the visit and you were able to assist me. Permit Information: Your program currently operates with a Five-Star Center License effective 11/15/23. The license was posted, with the following restrictions in compliance: - 1st shift - School Age Only - Meets enhanced ratios - Meets enhanced space - Prohibit children from being in the kitchen for any purpose. - Enhanced ratio minus one. Ownership: The facility owner is the Union County Board of Education. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring, this includes a change of the superintendent. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. I monitored the following items: supervision, staff/child ratio, licensed spaces, capacity, staff and children’s records, health, safety, and program records. The following licensed spaces are being used: - gym - cafeteria - bathrooms - playground - trailer #4 - trailer #1 (During the visit I reviewed that the floorplan on file has a trailer labeled for #5 and that I would reach out in the future once I review the floorplans to ensure if this is the same trailer) Inspections: The program's last fire inspection on file with DCDEE was completed on 9/18/24. As a reminder, fire inspections are to be completed prior to the previous year’s inspection and sent to your consultant within seven (7) days. The program's recent sanitation inspection on file with DCDEE was conducted on 12/3/24. The program received six (6) demerits and received a superior classification. The last playground inspection was conducted on 12/9/24 by another person trained in playground safety. You shared that you signed up for the playground safety training and will be taking it in the upcoming month. Once you complete the training you can complete the facility’s playground inspections. Indoor Learning Environment: I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios in compliance. Children were participating in transitions from the school day into the after-school program. I observed children participating in bathroom/handwashing routines, free play, gross motor play, and afternoon snack. A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral. In trailer #1, I observed group #1 eating afternoon snack, we reviewed that allergies/special diets need to be posted in the food prep and areas where children eat. We don’t have a template to use, I reviewed to create a form where you indicate the children with allergies and their allergen then to post a cover sheet in front of it labeled, “Allergies”. In trailer #4, I observed one (1) outlet uncovered by the science area, this was corrected during the visit. This space also did not have a staff/child ratio poster posted, we reviewed that this space was previously measured and the max capacity of children for this space is 27 children at 30 (thirty) square feet. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was monitored and in compliance. Program Records: We reviewed that all drills need to be logged on the log posted, I did not observe a fire drill logged for November 2024 and December 2024. I did not observe an emergency drill logged after 9/6/24. During the visit, you were able to provide documentation of the rosters for fire drills being conducted on 11/15/24 and 12/6/24. Rosters were also provided for an emergency drill that was conducted on 12/6/24, this was corrected during the visit. The EPR plan was last updated on 8/26/24. You asked if it needed to be updated every time your enrollment changes, rule requirements state to update at least annually and as changes occur. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheet was partially completed prior to the visit. There were two (2) new staff files to review. Please refer to the staff/training worksheet to review which files were monitored. One (1) staff file did not have the required child maltreatment training completed within ninety (90) days of hire. I also reviewed that rules indicate that orientation requirements are in addition to the health and safety trainings, this means that the child maltreatment training cannot be recorded in both the orientation form and the health and safety training log. We reviewed examples of how to review the orientation requirement for, “Recognizing, responding to, and reporting child abuse, neglect, or maltreatment pursuant to G.S. 110-105.4 and G.S. 7B-301”. Children’s Records: Six (6) children’s files were reviewed, requirements were in compliance. Please refer to the children’s worksheet to review which files were monitored. For the children’s application form, I observed two (2) different forms in which either one or the other was missing an answer in the health care needs section. You explained that the application is digital on ProCare and that some Program Coordinator’s use one or the other, I observed answers being completed on both forms and suggested that moving forward ensure Program Coordinator signatures are present and all areas answered by the parents, this also includes their first and last name not “Guardian #1 and Guardian #2”. Medication: It was reported that only one (1) child has emergency medication, I will follow-up with you regarding the protocol of what ASEP’s need to follow if you ever have medication for a child enrolled in the ASEP and the medication is locked in the nurse’s office. Nutrition: This center only serves afternoon snacks, a current menu was posted. Weapons: It was reported that the facility was in compliance with child care requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: Transportation is not provided at this facility. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. In trailer #4, a staff/child ratio poster posted. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. In trailer #1, I observed group #1 eating afternoon snack, we reviewed that allergies/special diets need to be posted in the food prep and areas where children eat. .0901(g) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not logged for November 2024 and December 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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 trailer #4, I observed one (1) outlet uncovered by the science area. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 830 A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information. A First Aid sheet was not posted. .0802(h) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. An emergency drill was not logged after 9/6/24. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One (1) staff file did not have the required child maltreatment training completed within ninety (90) days of hire. .1102(g) Corrective Action Plan: The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before 2/6/25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Please ensure that all these components are in your compliance letter: • Name of your facility • Your facility ID number • Date the visit made • Date that you are submitting the compliance letter • Provide each cited violation number • Describe when and how each violation was corrected • Describe how you will prevent the recurrence of each violation (you need to specify how you will prevent the violation • from re-occurring) • Sign with your signature Please email the information to: abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov Compliance History: The program’s compliance history was ninety-two percent (92%) prior to today’s visit. Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS (Quality Rating and Improvement System) is implemented, this is also known as SB 425 (Senate Bill 425). Providers in Cohort #1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless requested, and providers in Cohort #2 do not need to start their preparation year unless a rated license assessment is requested. Technical Assistance: Once you log incident reports on your incident log, file the incident reports in the children’s file. Please ensure that you sign Emergency Information and Health Questionnaire forms for staff. Lead in Water/Paint and Asbestos: 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816 require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking water, identify lead based paint hazards, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. As of today, your facility has completed all sections of testing. Exit Conference: At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, Ms. Little. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-249-6440 or via email at abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Abigail Avalos, M.Ed. Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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: WEDDINGTON ELEMENTARY AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 90000138 Consultant: ABIGAIL AVALOS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/4/2024 Number Present: 55 Completed Date: 9/4/2024 Age: From 5 To 10 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 01:55 PM Time Out: 05:00 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. Upon arrival I was greeted by the office staff then I met with Ms. Teyona Little, Program Coordinator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Little was attending to a group of children this afternoon and was unable to accompany me throughout the walk-through of the facility and the outdoor learning environment. Permit Information: Your program currently operates with a Five Star Center License effective 11/15/23. The license was not posted, we reviewed this equipment and to ensure that your license is posted in a prominent place. The following restrictions were in compliance: - 1st Shift - School Age Only - Meets Enhanced Ratios - Meets Enhanced Space - Prohibit from being in the kitchen for any purpose. - Enhanced ratio minus one. I monitored the following items: supervision, staff/child ratio, new staff records, health, safety, and program records. During today’s visit, I monitored the following licensed spaces: - gym - cafeteria - bathrooms - playground - trailer #4 - trailer #5 Inspections: The program's last fire inspection on file with DCDEE was completed on 9/28/23, this is due soon. You reported that you are not sure if this has been completed yet. I encouraged you to reach out to your office school staff to get more information. As a reminder the fire inspection needs to be completed annually and prior to the previous year’s inspection; the form for the fire inspector to use is located on our website under the provider tab and provider documents. Once the inspection is complete, please send me a copy of the report within seven (7) days. The program's recent sanitation inspection was conducted on 5/28/24. The program received four (4) demerits and received a superior classification. The last playground inspection on file was dated for 8/28/24, you reported that another individual has been competing the inspections due to you not having the playground safety training yet. Once these are completed, please make sure they are filed and ready for review. Indoor Learning Environment: I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to in compliance. Children were participating in afternoon snack and transitions. Children were engaged in gross motor play, free play in centers and homework activities. In the gym, I observed all outlets uncovered. We reviewed this requirement and to collaborate with the gym teacher on a plan to have them all covered. While I was working on the visit summary, I observed a child being let inside by another student into the cafeteria/gym and bathroom area. The child was going inside to grab their items from the hallway to go home, there were no group leaders in the area all group leaders were outdoors. The child was not supervised for the period of time they were alone in the building. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was monitored, and the depth of the mulch did not meet the depth requirement of at least six (6) inches of depth. It was reported that you have reached out for assistance and that you were directed to place a work order for mulch, once that has been completed, please have regular maintenance such as fluffing the mulch with a rake in high volume areas and/or after storms or when you see the mulch being compacted from use. Program Records: The last fire drill was conducted on 8/30/24 and the last emergency drill was conducted on 4/30/24. We reviewed that an emergency drill needed to occur in the month of August 2024, we also reviewed the definitions of shelter-in-place and lockdown. Please alternate between both types of drills. Staff Records: There were no new staff files to review. Nutrition: This center only serves afternoon snacks. Medication: It was reported that there are some current EPI pens, you shared that all EPI pens are located in the nurse’s office in the school building. Today we reviewed that EPI pens need to be within close proximity of the children. I will connect you with your child care health consultants to review procedures on carrying, administering and storing emergency medication for chronic conditions. Weapons: You reported that the facility was in compliance with child care requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: Transportation is not provided at this facility. Violation Number Comment Rule 102 The license was not posted in a prominent place at all times. The license was not posted in a prominent place. G.S. 110-99(a1) 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. I observed a seven (7) year old child unsupervised in the cafeteria/gym and bathroom area. The child had stepped indoors to grab their items from the hallway to go home but then needed to use the bathroom. There were no group leaders in the building, all group leaders were outdoors. .1801(a)(1-5) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. I observed all outlets uncovered in the gym. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. An emergency drill was not conducted every three months. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The depth of the mulch did not meet the depth requirement of at least six (6) inches of depth. .0605(k)(1-4) Corrective Action Plan: The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before 9/18/24, 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. Please ensure that all these components are in your compliance letter: • Name of your facility • Your facility ID number • Date the visit made • Date that you are submitting the compliance letter • Provide each cited violation number • Describe when and how each violation was corrected • Describe how you will prevent the reoccurrence of each violation (you need to specify how you will prevent the violation from re-occurring) • Sign with your signature Please email the information to: abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov Compliance History: The program’s compliance history was ninety-five percent (95%) prior to today’s visit. Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS (Quality Rating and Improvement System) is implemented, this is also known as SB 425 (Senate Bill 425). Providers in Cohort #1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless requested, and providers in Cohort #2 do not need to start their preparation year unless a rated license assessment is requested. Resources and Reminders: 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816 require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking water, identify lead based paint hazards, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program is designed to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure, while providing child care facilities with the support needed to meet all rule requirements. The program is free, and the first step is to watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars, which are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina. Additional information can be found in the Raise North Carolina Newsletter sent via email on 12/7/23 from DCDEE. As of today, your facility has completed the section for testing for lead in water. The sections on lead-based paint and asbestos read, “enrollment started”. Please ensure that all on-going training hours are being completed and documented as required for yourself and all staff members and that any annual documents are being updated and completed. These items will be monitored for completion at your annual compliance visit: - Staff Development Plans - Annual Evaluations for Staff - Medical Forms (Health Questionnaire/Emergency Info) - Policy Reviews (EMC, EPR, and any other policies that are amended) Please ensure to update your Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPR) to reflect all current information regarding your enrollment, contact numbers and any updates to your emergency plans. This will be reviewed at your annual compliance visit. A follow-up visit will occur in the future. Exit Conference: At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, Ms. Little. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-249-6440 or via email at abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Abigail Avalos, M.Ed. Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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. 110-99 · Violation

Name of Operation: WEDDINGTON ELEMENTARY AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 90000138 Consultant: ABIGAIL AVALOS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/4/2024 Number Present: 55 Completed Date: 9/4/2024 Age: From 5 To 10 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 01:55 PM Time Out: 05:00 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. Upon arrival I was greeted by the office staff then I met with Ms. Teyona Little, Program Coordinator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Little was attending to a group of children this afternoon and was unable to accompany me throughout the walk-through of the facility and the outdoor learning environment. Permit Information: Your program currently operates with a Five Star Center License effective 11/15/23. The license was not posted, we reviewed this equipment and to ensure that your license is posted in a prominent place. The following restrictions were in compliance: - 1st Shift - School Age Only - Meets Enhanced Ratios - Meets Enhanced Space - Prohibit from being in the kitchen for any purpose. - Enhanced ratio minus one. I monitored the following items: supervision, staff/child ratio, new staff records, health, safety, and program records. During today’s visit, I monitored the following licensed spaces: - gym - cafeteria - bathrooms - playground - trailer #4 - trailer #5 Inspections: The program's last fire inspection on file with DCDEE was completed on 9/28/23, this is due soon. You reported that you are not sure if this has been completed yet. I encouraged you to reach out to your office school staff to get more information. As a reminder the fire inspection needs to be completed annually and prior to the previous year’s inspection; the form for the fire inspector to use is located on our website under the provider tab and provider documents. Once the inspection is complete, please send me a copy of the report within seven (7) days. The program's recent sanitation inspection was conducted on 5/28/24. The program received four (4) demerits and received a superior classification. The last playground inspection on file was dated for 8/28/24, you reported that another individual has been competing the inspections due to you not having the playground safety training yet. Once these are completed, please make sure they are filed and ready for review. Indoor Learning Environment: I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to in compliance. Children were participating in afternoon snack and transitions. Children were engaged in gross motor play, free play in centers and homework activities. In the gym, I observed all outlets uncovered. We reviewed this requirement and to collaborate with the gym teacher on a plan to have them all covered. While I was working on the visit summary, I observed a child being let inside by another student into the cafeteria/gym and bathroom area. The child was going inside to grab their items from the hallway to go home, there were no group leaders in the area all group leaders were outdoors. The child was not supervised for the period of time they were alone in the building. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was monitored, and the depth of the mulch did not meet the depth requirement of at least six (6) inches of depth. It was reported that you have reached out for assistance and that you were directed to place a work order for mulch, once that has been completed, please have regular maintenance such as fluffing the mulch with a rake in high volume areas and/or after storms or when you see the mulch being compacted from use. Program Records: The last fire drill was conducted on 8/30/24 and the last emergency drill was conducted on 4/30/24. We reviewed that an emergency drill needed to occur in the month of August 2024, we also reviewed the definitions of shelter-in-place and lockdown. Please alternate between both types of drills. Staff Records: There were no new staff files to review. Nutrition: This center only serves afternoon snacks. Medication: It was reported that there are some current EPI pens, you shared that all EPI pens are located in the nurse’s office in the school building. Today we reviewed that EPI pens need to be within close proximity of the children. I will connect you with your child care health consultants to review procedures on carrying, administering and storing emergency medication for chronic conditions. Weapons: You reported that the facility was in compliance with child care requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: Transportation is not provided at this facility. Violation Number Comment Rule 102 The license was not posted in a prominent place at all times. The license was not posted in a prominent place. G.S. 110-99(a1) 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. I observed a seven (7) year old child unsupervised in the cafeteria/gym and bathroom area. The child had stepped indoors to grab their items from the hallway to go home but then needed to use the bathroom. There were no group leaders in the building, all group leaders were outdoors. .1801(a)(1-5) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. I observed all outlets uncovered in the gym. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. An emergency drill was not conducted every three months. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The depth of the mulch did not meet the depth requirement of at least six (6) inches of depth. .0605(k)(1-4) Corrective Action Plan: The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before 9/18/24, 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. Please ensure that all these components are in your compliance letter: • Name of your facility • Your facility ID number • Date the visit made • Date that you are submitting the compliance letter • Provide each cited violation number • Describe when and how each violation was corrected • Describe how you will prevent the reoccurrence of each violation (you need to specify how you will prevent the violation from re-occurring) • Sign with your signature Please email the information to: abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov Compliance History: The program’s compliance history was ninety-five percent (95%) prior to today’s visit. Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS (Quality Rating and Improvement System) is implemented, this is also known as SB 425 (Senate Bill 425). Providers in Cohort #1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless requested, and providers in Cohort #2 do not need to start their preparation year unless a rated license assessment is requested. Resources and Reminders: 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816 require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking water, identify lead based paint hazards, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program is designed to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure, while providing child care facilities with the support needed to meet all rule requirements. The program is free, and the first step is to watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars, which are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina. Additional information can be found in the Raise North Carolina Newsletter sent via email on 12/7/23 from DCDEE. As of today, your facility has completed the section for testing for lead in water. The sections on lead-based paint and asbestos read, “enrollment started”. Please ensure that all on-going training hours are being completed and documented as required for yourself and all staff members and that any annual documents are being updated and completed. These items will be monitored for completion at your annual compliance visit: - Staff Development Plans - Annual Evaluations for Staff - Medical Forms (Health Questionnaire/Emergency Info) - Policy Reviews (EMC, EPR, and any other policies that are amended) Please ensure to update your Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPR) to reflect all current information regarding your enrollment, contact numbers and any updates to your emergency plans. This will be reviewed at your annual compliance visit. A follow-up visit will occur in the future. Exit Conference: At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, Ms. Little. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-249-6440 or via email at abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Abigail Avalos, M.Ed. Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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: WEDDINGTON ELEMENTARY AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 90000138 Consultant: TRACI J. MEYER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/23/2024 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 1/23/2024 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 01:30 PM Time Out: 04:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced As I was beginning to record the visit in the DCDEE’s Regulatory system, the system was down therefore, I was not able to enter it electronically. Observations: The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced annual compliance visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. T. Little and shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Little accompanied me throughout the walk-through of the facility and the outdoor learning environments. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) Star license effective 11/15/2023. The license was posted, with restrictions to 1st shift, meets enhanced ratios, School age only, meets enhanced space, prohibit children from being in the kitchen for any purpose and meets enhanced ratios minus one. Ownership: The facility owner is the Union County Board of Education. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable childcare requirements pertinent to this facility and the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers. I monitored the following items today: supervision, staff/child ratio, staff, health, safety, and program records. There were three indoor learning environments monitored and each had an abundance of supplies and activities for the children’s participation. The outdoor learning environment was monitored and was in compliance, the cafeteria and gym were also in compliance. Program Records: We reviewed all the required records. Inspections: All inspections were monitored, and inspection dates are listed below. •Fire drill was conducted on 1/17/2024. •Emergency drill was conducted on 9/24/2023 and is not in compliance. •Fire inspection was completed on 9/28/23 and while the inspection is in compliance the fire inspection form was not completed. •Playground inspection was completed in October of 2023 and is not in compliance. •Sanitation inspection was conducted on 10/04/2023 and received a Superior classification. Indoor Learning Environment: I observed children in the indoor learning environment and the following items were posted in the classrooms that were monitored: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Children were transitioning from school to snack and participating in self-care routines. The children were also participating in homework activities, structured play inside, as the weather was not appropriate for outside time, and child directed center play. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environments were monitored and is in compliance. The Afterschool program shares this space with the school. I monitored several pieces of trash, lost and found items and mulch that needed to be raked. The Afterschool program had not been on the program when I monitored but it was mentioned to Ms. Little to remind the Afterschool Program Instructors to make sure the playground is clean and free from hazards before their use. This is also a reminder to rake the mulch around all critical play structures to maintain compliance. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheet was completed during the visit. Ms. Little and I discussed a time line to have the worksheet completed before another visit. There was one (1) new staff files to review today, and as a courtesy two (2) other staff files were reviewed. Please refer to the staff/training worksheet to review which files were monitored. Please remind staff to fill out their Emergency Information forms completely. Children’s Records: There are forty-eight (48) children enrolled in this center. There were twenty-seven (27) in attendance today. Five (5) children’s files were today, please refer to the children’s worksheet to review which files was monitored. Ms. Little and I reviewed how long to keep files of children who are withdrawn from the program. Medication: There is no emergency medication used by children. Nutrition: The facility was in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Meal Patterns Requirements. Afternoon snack consisted of graham crackers and milk. Weapons: Your facility reported that they were in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: This program does not provide transportation. Three (3) 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 fire inspection was completed but the DCDEE fire inspection sheet was not completed and posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last playground inspection was last completed in October 2023. .0605(q) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was completed in September 2023. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before date 2/5/2024. 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: Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant PO Box 364 Matthews, NC 28105 or Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov 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 (75%). Any violation (s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety seven percent (97%) prior to today’s visit. The compliance history could be impacted after today’s visit. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Technical Assistance: •All employees must fill out their information form fully including hospital preference. •Since the Afterschool is a shared playground, it is important for the Afterschool staff to make sure the shared playground is free of hazards and debris before children are allowed to play. •The mulch around critical height structures must maintain the proper depth, this can be achieved with raking. •An updated Summary of the Law is available on the DCDEE website, please print and take down the previous version. •Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. •We called The Union County Fire Department today, as a reminder to use the fire inspection sheet for day care facilities when completing their inspection. •When receiving a completed and passing fire inspection from the fire department, please submit it to your Child Care Consultant within seven (7) days. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, I encouraged to ask any questions and you did not have any. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-594-0041 or via email at Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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: WEDDINGTON ELEMENTARY AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 90000138 Consultant: TRACI J. MEYER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/23/2024 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 1/23/2024 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 01:30 PM Time Out: 04:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced As I was beginning to record the visit in the DCDEE’s Regulatory system, the system was down therefore, I was not able to enter it electronically. Observations: The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced annual compliance visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. T. Little and shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Little accompanied me throughout the walk-through of the facility and the outdoor learning environments. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) Star license effective 11/15/2023. The license was posted, with restrictions to 1st shift, meets enhanced ratios, School age only, meets enhanced space, prohibit children from being in the kitchen for any purpose and meets enhanced ratios minus one. Ownership: The facility owner is the Union County Board of Education. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable childcare requirements pertinent to this facility and the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers. I monitored the following items today: supervision, staff/child ratio, staff, health, safety, and program records. There were three indoor learning environments monitored and each had an abundance of supplies and activities for the children’s participation. The outdoor learning environment was monitored and was in compliance, the cafeteria and gym were also in compliance. Program Records: We reviewed all the required records. Inspections: All inspections were monitored, and inspection dates are listed below. •Fire drill was conducted on 1/17/2024. •Emergency drill was conducted on 9/24/2023 and is not in compliance. •Fire inspection was completed on 9/28/23 and while the inspection is in compliance the fire inspection form was not completed. •Playground inspection was completed in October of 2023 and is not in compliance. •Sanitation inspection was conducted on 10/04/2023 and received a Superior classification. Indoor Learning Environment: I observed children in the indoor learning environment and the following items were posted in the classrooms that were monitored: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Children were transitioning from school to snack and participating in self-care routines. The children were also participating in homework activities, structured play inside, as the weather was not appropriate for outside time, and child directed center play. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environments were monitored and is in compliance. The Afterschool program shares this space with the school. I monitored several pieces of trash, lost and found items and mulch that needed to be raked. The Afterschool program had not been on the program when I monitored but it was mentioned to Ms. Little to remind the Afterschool Program Instructors to make sure the playground is clean and free from hazards before their use. This is also a reminder to rake the mulch around all critical play structures to maintain compliance. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheet was completed during the visit. Ms. Little and I discussed a time line to have the worksheet completed before another visit. There was one (1) new staff files to review today, and as a courtesy two (2) other staff files were reviewed. Please refer to the staff/training worksheet to review which files were monitored. Please remind staff to fill out their Emergency Information forms completely. Children’s Records: There are forty-eight (48) children enrolled in this center. There were twenty-seven (27) in attendance today. Five (5) children’s files were today, please refer to the children’s worksheet to review which files was monitored. Ms. Little and I reviewed how long to keep files of children who are withdrawn from the program. Medication: There is no emergency medication used by children. Nutrition: The facility was in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Meal Patterns Requirements. Afternoon snack consisted of graham crackers and milk. Weapons: Your facility reported that they were in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: This program does not provide transportation. Three (3) 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 fire inspection was completed but the DCDEE fire inspection sheet was not completed and posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last playground inspection was last completed in October 2023. .0605(q) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was completed in September 2023. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before date 2/5/2024. 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: Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant PO Box 364 Matthews, NC 28105 or Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov 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 (75%). Any violation (s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety seven percent (97%) prior to today’s visit. The compliance history could be impacted after today’s visit. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Technical Assistance: •All employees must fill out their information form fully including hospital preference. •Since the Afterschool is a shared playground, it is important for the Afterschool staff to make sure the shared playground is free of hazards and debris before children are allowed to play. •The mulch around critical height structures must maintain the proper depth, this can be achieved with raking. •An updated Summary of the Law is available on the DCDEE website, please print and take down the previous version. •Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. •We called The Union County Fire Department today, as a reminder to use the fire inspection sheet for day care facilities when completing their inspection. •When receiving a completed and passing fire inspection from the fire department, please submit it to your Child Care Consultant within seven (7) days. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, I encouraged to ask any questions and you did not have any. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-594-0041 or via email at Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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: WEDDINGTON ELEMENTARY AFTERSCHOOL Facility ID: 90000138 Consultant: ABIGAIL AVALOS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/21/2023 Number Present: 44 Completed Date: 9/21/2023 Age: From 5 To 11 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 01:30 PM Time Out: 03:45 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. I was accompanied by Traci Meyer Carpenter, Child Care Consultant. Upon arrival we were greeted by Teyona Little, the new Program Coordinator. We shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Little accompanied us throughout the walk-through of the licensed spaces today. Your program currently operates with a Five-Star Center License effective 4/15/21. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. We monitored the following items today: supervision, staff/child ratio, new staff, health, safety, and program records. Inspections: All inspections were monitored. The last fire drill was conducted on 8/31/2023 and the last emergency drill was conducted 05/04/2023. A Shelter in Place or Lock Down Drill will need to be completed in September of this year. The program's fire inspection was completed on 10/4/22. Please ensure to submit your new fire inspection within seven (7) days of completion. The program's recent sanitation inspection was conducted on 04/05/23. The program received six (6) demerits and received a Superior classification. Indoor Learning Environment: We observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children were participating in afternoon snack and homework time. Observations: School-age children were observed transitioning from handwashing and arrival routines to the cafeteria. They were observed participating in different rotations of outside free play, indoor home work time, and transitioning into free play in one of the licensed spaces. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was monitored and in compliance. While observing the outside learning area, the space where the children are allowed to play in is vast. The Group Leader would benefit from moving away from the bench area and to a more neutral location for better visual supervision of the entire playground. Program Records: We reviewed all the required records. Staff Records: We reviewed one (1) new staff file today and it was in compliance. D.M is required to finish the BSAC training before 10/23/23 and as a reminder, D.M’s CBC letter states that her provisional license will expire on 10/8/23. Children’s Records: There are fifty (50) children enrolled in this center. There were children forty-four (44) in attendance today. Nutrition: The facility was in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Meal Patterns Requirements. Medication: No medication is administered at this time. Transportation: Transportation is not provided. Weapons: Your facility reported that they were in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. The were two (2) violations cited today both were corrected during the visit therefore, no further action is required. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. There was no staff child ratio posted in the licensed gym space. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. D.M's medical forms were not maintained separately from the rest of her staff file. .0701(d) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent (75%). Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight percent (98%) prior to today’s visit. The compliance history could be impacted after today’s visit. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education 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. Rated License: We discussed the rated license cohorts and that your facility is in Cohort #2 with the training year being July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 and your assessment year from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. We discussed reaching out to Colin Hanley for assistance in preparing for the program portion of the rated license process. CCRI can also assist you in providing guidance in preparation for the scales. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of the findings and violations with you, Ms. Little. We encouraged you to ask any questions and you did not have any. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-249-6440 or via email at abigail.avalos@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Abigail Avalos, M.Ed. Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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