10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: MONICA HOUCK Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/3/2025 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 9/3/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 10:25 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on the visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, a signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Allison Brown, Administrator/Principal, was on-site and available to answer and ask questions. Jessica Wilson, NC Pre-K Teacher assisted with the visit and was available to answer and ask questions. Tom Graham, Federal Programs Director and Pre-K Coordinator, arrived at approximately 1:40pm and was available to review the visit summary together. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96%) percent as of 5/7/25. The ownership of the child care facility is Cherokee County Schools. Permit type – Five Star License dated 7/12/17, capacity of thirty-six (36) children ages 3-12 years. Special Services/Restrictions – Approved for daytime care only, meets enhanced space, meets reduced ratios, no children in diapers, approved as a NC Pre-K site, and approved for transportation. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/29/25. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 5/5/25. The last Murphy Elementary School fire inspection was completed on 3/19/25. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/24/25 with zero(0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. Lead water testing was completed on 5/21/24. The lead based paint survey and asbestos survey have been completed. Children were observed during free play, large group activities, lunch, and nap. The lunch today was breaded corndogs, potatoes, beans, apples, and milk as stated on the lunch menu. There are four teaching (4) staff. One (1) existing staff file was monitored, and two (2) new staff files were monitored. There are thirty-six (36) children enrolled, and four (4) children’s files were monitored. The program does provide transportation. The program uses public school buses. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for transportation records. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for staff records. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was not reviewed today and is in process for the beginning of the school year. The site monitoring tool will be reviewed at the next monitoring visit. Creative Curriculum for Preschool is implemented. Teaching Strategies Gold is the ongoing formative assessment used with children. The developmental screening tool used with children is Brigance Early Childhood Screen II. The classroom operates from 7:15a.m. to 2:55p.m. The Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) was used as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The outdoor fence measured below four feet in many areas, as low as forty-four (44) inches. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a staff medical report. The staff medical report had not been completed or signed by a health care provider. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a TB test or TB screening. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 1/7/25. One (1) staff hired on 8/26/24 had a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 7/20/25. Two (2) bus drivers have not completed the DCDEE CBC application process prior to transporting children. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The Administrator had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check qualifying letter that expired on 8/23/24 and the DCDEE Criminal Background Check application process was not completed for a valid qualifying letter until 5/21/25. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a) 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 began employment on 1/6/25 and completed First Aid training in June 2025. .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. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and completed CPR training on June 2025. .1102(d) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One (1) staff hired on 8/18/25 did not have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation training during the first two (2) weeks of orientation. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a)(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Item A DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter was not on file for two (2) staff prior to employment. A valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter was not on file for the Administrator from 8/24/24 through 5/20/25 due to expiration of the qualification letter on 8/23/24. Two (2) bus drivers do not have a valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. This is repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The child care operator has not notified the Division of three (3) of four (4) teaching staff, eight (8) bus drivers, as well as the Administrator and Pre-K Coordinator, that are hired at the child care facility. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and had documentation of reviewing the policy signed on 8/19/25. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Signed statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/17/25. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Monica Houck 151 Creekview Rd Hendersonville, NC 28792 Please call me at 828-243-2154, or email monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. 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 for Compliance – rule references can be found in the cited violations *DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) – Items #1041, #1044, #1757, and #1805 **The DCDEE CBC application process must be completed prior to employment and prior to expiration. The two (2) bus drivers, Deborah Molster and Chyna Brooks cannot work in the child care facility as bus drivers until they receive a qualification letter from DCDEE and provide a copy to the owner/director to be on file at the child care facility. We also discussed the option of a staff with a valid DCDEE CBC qualification letter could ride the bus with the child(ren) while the bus drivers are waiting on the qualification letters. **The qualification letter must be on file prior to employment. A. Rayburn began employment at the licensed facility on 1/6/25 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 1/7/25. T. Graham began employment at the licensed facility on 8/26/24 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 7/20/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will have a valid qualification letter on file prior to employment. The one (1) bus driver, C. Brousseau must have a DCDEE CBC qualification letter on file. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **A. Brown’s DCDEE CBC qualification letter expired on 8/23/24 and a new qualification letter was issued on 5/21/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how existing staff will complete the DCDEE CBC application process prior to expiration. We discussed identifying a staff member that will track and remind staff when it is time to renew background checks. It is recommended to start the DCDEE CBC application process up to six (6) months in advance of the expiration of the DCDEE CBC qualification letter, which is valid for five years. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **New and terminated staff notification requirement: 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. 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) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. CPR and First Aid Training – Items #1048 and #1049 Staff must complete CPR and First Aid training within ninety (90) days of employment. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how future new staff will complete CPR and First Aid within the first ninety (90) days of employment. We discussed that CPR and First training could be scheduled during the employee’s first six weeks of orientation to be sure the ninety (90) day requirement is met. *Staff Medical Report – Item #1032 To achieve compliance, the staff must have staff medical report completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the staff medical report completed prior to employment. We discussed that you are using a staff and training worksheet from 11/2018 that states the medical statement must be completed within sixty (60) days. There is an updated staff and training worksheet from 9/2023 that was previously emailed to you and can also be located on the Division’s website under provider forms and documents. *TB Test/Screening – Item #1033 To achieve compliance, the staff must complete at TB screening or TB test. Also, the staff must have a TB test or TB screening completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the TB test or TB screening completed by day one of employment. *Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy – Item #1874 To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will review policy prior to caring for children. We discussed a day one packet could be created to ensure that new staff review and sign the policy on day one of employment and prior to caring for children. *New Staff Orientation - Items #1067 and #1045 New staff orientation must cover six (6) clock hours in the first two (2) weeks of employment and sixteen (16) hours in the first six (6) weeks of employment. The orientation form must be completed in its entirety. *Playground Safety Requirements – Item #824 The fence must be four feet in height at minimum and may have settled over time. Lattice or some other sturdy material can be zip tied to the top of the fence to increase the height. A long term plan could be to replace the fencing with a five foot fence to allow for setting. Consultation is provided as follows: Jennifer Lugiewicz is no longer the Pre-K Coordinator and is no longer the contact for the child care facility. Ms. Lugiewicz’s email jennifer.lugiewicz@cherokee.k12.nc.us has been replaced with thomas.graham@cherokee.k12.nc.us. Thomas Graham is the Pre-K Coordinator and contact for the facility. We discussed a repeat violation regarding the DCDEE CBC violations may lead to an administrative action for the facility. If any DPI staff are left alone with children, including but not limited to the school nurse, assistant principal, etc., they must have a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. We discussed that school bus drivers are counted in staff/child ratio and are required to meet all applicable child care requirements, including but not limited to; DCDEE CBC qualifying letter, staff medical report, TB Test/Screening, the prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma policy acknowledgement, CPR/First Aid training, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training, and health and safety trainings (bus training can count towards health and safety trainings). This will be monitored at the next visit. Reminder to empty any standing water and clean the small sinks out on the playground. New rated license rules went into effect on 7/1/25. You will need to review the new rules and be prepared to discuss the pathway options you may be interested in with a child care consultant. Today we discussed with Principal Brown the three pathways and how pathway one or pathway two would be options for the NC Pre-K program. We also reviewed the options for attending upcoming provider meetings on either 9/16/25 or 9/22/25. An invitation was provided to you during the visit today. SECTION .3200 - STANDARDS FOR TWO THROUGH FIVE STAR RATED LICENSES The following staff need to update their DCDEE WORKS accounts. A. Brown needs to upload her Principal License and apply for the DPI EC Administrator position. J. Wilson needs to upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. A. Rayburn needs to send official transcripts to WORKS and upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. E. Bailey needs to complete her WORKS account registration, send any official transcripts for evaluation, and apply for the DPI Assistant Teacher position. The one (1) licensed, outdoor space did not have the space calculations completed in the file for the facility. The outdoor space floor plan shows that the space was previously measured and determined the following capacity. In addition, the pre-k outdoor space is also used by the licensed afterschool program with the same capacity. Outdoor space #1 – 52 children at 75 square feet per child and 39 children at 100 square feet per child. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.273-4569, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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

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10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: MONICA HOUCK Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/3/2025 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 9/3/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 10:25 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on the visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, a signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Allison Brown, Administrator/Principal, was on-site and available to answer and ask questions. Jessica Wilson, NC Pre-K Teacher assisted with the visit and was available to answer and ask questions. Tom Graham, Federal Programs Director and Pre-K Coordinator, arrived at approximately 1:40pm and was available to review the visit summary together. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96%) percent as of 5/7/25. The ownership of the child care facility is Cherokee County Schools. Permit type – Five Star License dated 7/12/17, capacity of thirty-six (36) children ages 3-12 years. Special Services/Restrictions – Approved for daytime care only, meets enhanced space, meets reduced ratios, no children in diapers, approved as a NC Pre-K site, and approved for transportation. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/29/25. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 5/5/25. The last Murphy Elementary School fire inspection was completed on 3/19/25. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/24/25 with zero(0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. Lead water testing was completed on 5/21/24. The lead based paint survey and asbestos survey have been completed. Children were observed during free play, large group activities, lunch, and nap. The lunch today was breaded corndogs, potatoes, beans, apples, and milk as stated on the lunch menu. There are four teaching (4) staff. One (1) existing staff file was monitored, and two (2) new staff files were monitored. There are thirty-six (36) children enrolled, and four (4) children’s files were monitored. The program does provide transportation. The program uses public school buses. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for transportation records. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for staff records. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was not reviewed today and is in process for the beginning of the school year. The site monitoring tool will be reviewed at the next monitoring visit. Creative Curriculum for Preschool is implemented. Teaching Strategies Gold is the ongoing formative assessment used with children. The developmental screening tool used with children is Brigance Early Childhood Screen II. The classroom operates from 7:15a.m. to 2:55p.m. The Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) was used as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The outdoor fence measured below four feet in many areas, as low as forty-four (44) inches. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a staff medical report. The staff medical report had not been completed or signed by a health care provider. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a TB test or TB screening. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 1/7/25. One (1) staff hired on 8/26/24 had a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 7/20/25. Two (2) bus drivers have not completed the DCDEE CBC application process prior to transporting children. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The Administrator had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check qualifying letter that expired on 8/23/24 and the DCDEE Criminal Background Check application process was not completed for a valid qualifying letter until 5/21/25. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a) 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 began employment on 1/6/25 and completed First Aid training in June 2025. .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. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and completed CPR training on June 2025. .1102(d) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One (1) staff hired on 8/18/25 did not have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation training during the first two (2) weeks of orientation. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a)(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Item A DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter was not on file for two (2) staff prior to employment. A valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter was not on file for the Administrator from 8/24/24 through 5/20/25 due to expiration of the qualification letter on 8/23/24. Two (2) bus drivers do not have a valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. This is repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The child care operator has not notified the Division of three (3) of four (4) teaching staff, eight (8) bus drivers, as well as the Administrator and Pre-K Coordinator, that are hired at the child care facility. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and had documentation of reviewing the policy signed on 8/19/25. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Signed statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/17/25. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Monica Houck 151 Creekview Rd Hendersonville, NC 28792 Please call me at 828-243-2154, or email monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. 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 for Compliance – rule references can be found in the cited violations *DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) – Items #1041, #1044, #1757, and #1805 **The DCDEE CBC application process must be completed prior to employment and prior to expiration. The two (2) bus drivers, Deborah Molster and Chyna Brooks cannot work in the child care facility as bus drivers until they receive a qualification letter from DCDEE and provide a copy to the owner/director to be on file at the child care facility. We also discussed the option of a staff with a valid DCDEE CBC qualification letter could ride the bus with the child(ren) while the bus drivers are waiting on the qualification letters. **The qualification letter must be on file prior to employment. A. Rayburn began employment at the licensed facility on 1/6/25 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 1/7/25. T. Graham began employment at the licensed facility on 8/26/24 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 7/20/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will have a valid qualification letter on file prior to employment. The one (1) bus driver, C. Brousseau must have a DCDEE CBC qualification letter on file. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **A. Brown’s DCDEE CBC qualification letter expired on 8/23/24 and a new qualification letter was issued on 5/21/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how existing staff will complete the DCDEE CBC application process prior to expiration. We discussed identifying a staff member that will track and remind staff when it is time to renew background checks. It is recommended to start the DCDEE CBC application process up to six (6) months in advance of the expiration of the DCDEE CBC qualification letter, which is valid for five years. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **New and terminated staff notification requirement: 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. 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) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. CPR and First Aid Training – Items #1048 and #1049 Staff must complete CPR and First Aid training within ninety (90) days of employment. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how future new staff will complete CPR and First Aid within the first ninety (90) days of employment. We discussed that CPR and First training could be scheduled during the employee’s first six weeks of orientation to be sure the ninety (90) day requirement is met. *Staff Medical Report – Item #1032 To achieve compliance, the staff must have staff medical report completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the staff medical report completed prior to employment. We discussed that you are using a staff and training worksheet from 11/2018 that states the medical statement must be completed within sixty (60) days. There is an updated staff and training worksheet from 9/2023 that was previously emailed to you and can also be located on the Division’s website under provider forms and documents. *TB Test/Screening – Item #1033 To achieve compliance, the staff must complete at TB screening or TB test. Also, the staff must have a TB test or TB screening completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the TB test or TB screening completed by day one of employment. *Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy – Item #1874 To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will review policy prior to caring for children. We discussed a day one packet could be created to ensure that new staff review and sign the policy on day one of employment and prior to caring for children. *New Staff Orientation - Items #1067 and #1045 New staff orientation must cover six (6) clock hours in the first two (2) weeks of employment and sixteen (16) hours in the first six (6) weeks of employment. The orientation form must be completed in its entirety. *Playground Safety Requirements – Item #824 The fence must be four feet in height at minimum and may have settled over time. Lattice or some other sturdy material can be zip tied to the top of the fence to increase the height. A long term plan could be to replace the fencing with a five foot fence to allow for setting. Consultation is provided as follows: Jennifer Lugiewicz is no longer the Pre-K Coordinator and is no longer the contact for the child care facility. Ms. Lugiewicz’s email jennifer.lugiewicz@cherokee.k12.nc.us has been replaced with thomas.graham@cherokee.k12.nc.us. Thomas Graham is the Pre-K Coordinator and contact for the facility. We discussed a repeat violation regarding the DCDEE CBC violations may lead to an administrative action for the facility. If any DPI staff are left alone with children, including but not limited to the school nurse, assistant principal, etc., they must have a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. We discussed that school bus drivers are counted in staff/child ratio and are required to meet all applicable child care requirements, including but not limited to; DCDEE CBC qualifying letter, staff medical report, TB Test/Screening, the prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma policy acknowledgement, CPR/First Aid training, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training, and health and safety trainings (bus training can count towards health and safety trainings). This will be monitored at the next visit. Reminder to empty any standing water and clean the small sinks out on the playground. New rated license rules went into effect on 7/1/25. You will need to review the new rules and be prepared to discuss the pathway options you may be interested in with a child care consultant. Today we discussed with Principal Brown the three pathways and how pathway one or pathway two would be options for the NC Pre-K program. We also reviewed the options for attending upcoming provider meetings on either 9/16/25 or 9/22/25. An invitation was provided to you during the visit today. SECTION .3200 - STANDARDS FOR TWO THROUGH FIVE STAR RATED LICENSES The following staff need to update their DCDEE WORKS accounts. A. Brown needs to upload her Principal License and apply for the DPI EC Administrator position. J. Wilson needs to upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. A. Rayburn needs to send official transcripts to WORKS and upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. E. Bailey needs to complete her WORKS account registration, send any official transcripts for evaluation, and apply for the DPI Assistant Teacher position. The one (1) licensed, outdoor space did not have the space calculations completed in the file for the facility. The outdoor space floor plan shows that the space was previously measured and determined the following capacity. In addition, the pre-k outdoor space is also used by the licensed afterschool program with the same capacity. Outdoor space #1 – 52 children at 75 square feet per child and 39 children at 100 square feet per child. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.273-4569, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: MONICA HOUCK Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/3/2025 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 9/3/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 10:25 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on the visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, a signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Allison Brown, Administrator/Principal, was on-site and available to answer and ask questions. Jessica Wilson, NC Pre-K Teacher assisted with the visit and was available to answer and ask questions. Tom Graham, Federal Programs Director and Pre-K Coordinator, arrived at approximately 1:40pm and was available to review the visit summary together. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96%) percent as of 5/7/25. The ownership of the child care facility is Cherokee County Schools. Permit type – Five Star License dated 7/12/17, capacity of thirty-six (36) children ages 3-12 years. Special Services/Restrictions – Approved for daytime care only, meets enhanced space, meets reduced ratios, no children in diapers, approved as a NC Pre-K site, and approved for transportation. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/29/25. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 5/5/25. The last Murphy Elementary School fire inspection was completed on 3/19/25. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/24/25 with zero(0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. Lead water testing was completed on 5/21/24. The lead based paint survey and asbestos survey have been completed. Children were observed during free play, large group activities, lunch, and nap. The lunch today was breaded corndogs, potatoes, beans, apples, and milk as stated on the lunch menu. There are four teaching (4) staff. One (1) existing staff file was monitored, and two (2) new staff files were monitored. There are thirty-six (36) children enrolled, and four (4) children’s files were monitored. The program does provide transportation. The program uses public school buses. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for transportation records. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for staff records. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was not reviewed today and is in process for the beginning of the school year. The site monitoring tool will be reviewed at the next monitoring visit. Creative Curriculum for Preschool is implemented. Teaching Strategies Gold is the ongoing formative assessment used with children. The developmental screening tool used with children is Brigance Early Childhood Screen II. The classroom operates from 7:15a.m. to 2:55p.m. The Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) was used as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The outdoor fence measured below four feet in many areas, as low as forty-four (44) inches. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a staff medical report. The staff medical report had not been completed or signed by a health care provider. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a TB test or TB screening. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 1/7/25. One (1) staff hired on 8/26/24 had a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 7/20/25. Two (2) bus drivers have not completed the DCDEE CBC application process prior to transporting children. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The Administrator had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check qualifying letter that expired on 8/23/24 and the DCDEE Criminal Background Check application process was not completed for a valid qualifying letter until 5/21/25. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a) 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 began employment on 1/6/25 and completed First Aid training in June 2025. .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. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and completed CPR training on June 2025. .1102(d) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One (1) staff hired on 8/18/25 did not have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation training during the first two (2) weeks of orientation. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a)(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Item A DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter was not on file for two (2) staff prior to employment. A valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter was not on file for the Administrator from 8/24/24 through 5/20/25 due to expiration of the qualification letter on 8/23/24. Two (2) bus drivers do not have a valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. This is repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The child care operator has not notified the Division of three (3) of four (4) teaching staff, eight (8) bus drivers, as well as the Administrator and Pre-K Coordinator, that are hired at the child care facility. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and had documentation of reviewing the policy signed on 8/19/25. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Signed statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/17/25. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Monica Houck 151 Creekview Rd Hendersonville, NC 28792 Please call me at 828-243-2154, or email monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. 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 for Compliance – rule references can be found in the cited violations *DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) – Items #1041, #1044, #1757, and #1805 **The DCDEE CBC application process must be completed prior to employment and prior to expiration. The two (2) bus drivers, Deborah Molster and Chyna Brooks cannot work in the child care facility as bus drivers until they receive a qualification letter from DCDEE and provide a copy to the owner/director to be on file at the child care facility. We also discussed the option of a staff with a valid DCDEE CBC qualification letter could ride the bus with the child(ren) while the bus drivers are waiting on the qualification letters. **The qualification letter must be on file prior to employment. A. Rayburn began employment at the licensed facility on 1/6/25 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 1/7/25. T. Graham began employment at the licensed facility on 8/26/24 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 7/20/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will have a valid qualification letter on file prior to employment. The one (1) bus driver, C. Brousseau must have a DCDEE CBC qualification letter on file. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **A. Brown’s DCDEE CBC qualification letter expired on 8/23/24 and a new qualification letter was issued on 5/21/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how existing staff will complete the DCDEE CBC application process prior to expiration. We discussed identifying a staff member that will track and remind staff when it is time to renew background checks. It is recommended to start the DCDEE CBC application process up to six (6) months in advance of the expiration of the DCDEE CBC qualification letter, which is valid for five years. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **New and terminated staff notification requirement: 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. 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) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. CPR and First Aid Training – Items #1048 and #1049 Staff must complete CPR and First Aid training within ninety (90) days of employment. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how future new staff will complete CPR and First Aid within the first ninety (90) days of employment. We discussed that CPR and First training could be scheduled during the employee’s first six weeks of orientation to be sure the ninety (90) day requirement is met. *Staff Medical Report – Item #1032 To achieve compliance, the staff must have staff medical report completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the staff medical report completed prior to employment. We discussed that you are using a staff and training worksheet from 11/2018 that states the medical statement must be completed within sixty (60) days. There is an updated staff and training worksheet from 9/2023 that was previously emailed to you and can also be located on the Division’s website under provider forms and documents. *TB Test/Screening – Item #1033 To achieve compliance, the staff must complete at TB screening or TB test. Also, the staff must have a TB test or TB screening completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the TB test or TB screening completed by day one of employment. *Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy – Item #1874 To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will review policy prior to caring for children. We discussed a day one packet could be created to ensure that new staff review and sign the policy on day one of employment and prior to caring for children. *New Staff Orientation - Items #1067 and #1045 New staff orientation must cover six (6) clock hours in the first two (2) weeks of employment and sixteen (16) hours in the first six (6) weeks of employment. The orientation form must be completed in its entirety. *Playground Safety Requirements – Item #824 The fence must be four feet in height at minimum and may have settled over time. Lattice or some other sturdy material can be zip tied to the top of the fence to increase the height. A long term plan could be to replace the fencing with a five foot fence to allow for setting. Consultation is provided as follows: Jennifer Lugiewicz is no longer the Pre-K Coordinator and is no longer the contact for the child care facility. Ms. Lugiewicz’s email jennifer.lugiewicz@cherokee.k12.nc.us has been replaced with thomas.graham@cherokee.k12.nc.us. Thomas Graham is the Pre-K Coordinator and contact for the facility. We discussed a repeat violation regarding the DCDEE CBC violations may lead to an administrative action for the facility. If any DPI staff are left alone with children, including but not limited to the school nurse, assistant principal, etc., they must have a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. We discussed that school bus drivers are counted in staff/child ratio and are required to meet all applicable child care requirements, including but not limited to; DCDEE CBC qualifying letter, staff medical report, TB Test/Screening, the prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma policy acknowledgement, CPR/First Aid training, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training, and health and safety trainings (bus training can count towards health and safety trainings). This will be monitored at the next visit. Reminder to empty any standing water and clean the small sinks out on the playground. New rated license rules went into effect on 7/1/25. You will need to review the new rules and be prepared to discuss the pathway options you may be interested in with a child care consultant. Today we discussed with Principal Brown the three pathways and how pathway one or pathway two would be options for the NC Pre-K program. We also reviewed the options for attending upcoming provider meetings on either 9/16/25 or 9/22/25. An invitation was provided to you during the visit today. SECTION .3200 - STANDARDS FOR TWO THROUGH FIVE STAR RATED LICENSES The following staff need to update their DCDEE WORKS accounts. A. Brown needs to upload her Principal License and apply for the DPI EC Administrator position. J. Wilson needs to upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. A. Rayburn needs to send official transcripts to WORKS and upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. E. Bailey needs to complete her WORKS account registration, send any official transcripts for evaluation, and apply for the DPI Assistant Teacher position. The one (1) licensed, outdoor space did not have the space calculations completed in the file for the facility. The outdoor space floor plan shows that the space was previously measured and determined the following capacity. In addition, the pre-k outdoor space is also used by the licensed afterschool program with the same capacity. Outdoor space #1 – 52 children at 75 square feet per child and 39 children at 100 square feet per child. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.273-4569, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1703 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: MONICA HOUCK Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/3/2025 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 9/3/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 10:25 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on the visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, a signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Allison Brown, Administrator/Principal, was on-site and available to answer and ask questions. Jessica Wilson, NC Pre-K Teacher assisted with the visit and was available to answer and ask questions. Tom Graham, Federal Programs Director and Pre-K Coordinator, arrived at approximately 1:40pm and was available to review the visit summary together. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96%) percent as of 5/7/25. The ownership of the child care facility is Cherokee County Schools. Permit type – Five Star License dated 7/12/17, capacity of thirty-six (36) children ages 3-12 years. Special Services/Restrictions – Approved for daytime care only, meets enhanced space, meets reduced ratios, no children in diapers, approved as a NC Pre-K site, and approved for transportation. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/29/25. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 5/5/25. The last Murphy Elementary School fire inspection was completed on 3/19/25. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/24/25 with zero(0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. Lead water testing was completed on 5/21/24. The lead based paint survey and asbestos survey have been completed. Children were observed during free play, large group activities, lunch, and nap. The lunch today was breaded corndogs, potatoes, beans, apples, and milk as stated on the lunch menu. There are four teaching (4) staff. One (1) existing staff file was monitored, and two (2) new staff files were monitored. There are thirty-six (36) children enrolled, and four (4) children’s files were monitored. The program does provide transportation. The program uses public school buses. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for transportation records. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for staff records. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was not reviewed today and is in process for the beginning of the school year. The site monitoring tool will be reviewed at the next monitoring visit. Creative Curriculum for Preschool is implemented. Teaching Strategies Gold is the ongoing formative assessment used with children. The developmental screening tool used with children is Brigance Early Childhood Screen II. The classroom operates from 7:15a.m. to 2:55p.m. The Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) was used as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The outdoor fence measured below four feet in many areas, as low as forty-four (44) inches. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a staff medical report. The staff medical report had not been completed or signed by a health care provider. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a TB test or TB screening. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 1/7/25. One (1) staff hired on 8/26/24 had a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 7/20/25. Two (2) bus drivers have not completed the DCDEE CBC application process prior to transporting children. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The Administrator had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check qualifying letter that expired on 8/23/24 and the DCDEE Criminal Background Check application process was not completed for a valid qualifying letter until 5/21/25. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a) 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 began employment on 1/6/25 and completed First Aid training in June 2025. .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. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and completed CPR training on June 2025. .1102(d) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One (1) staff hired on 8/18/25 did not have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation training during the first two (2) weeks of orientation. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a)(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Item A DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter was not on file for two (2) staff prior to employment. A valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter was not on file for the Administrator from 8/24/24 through 5/20/25 due to expiration of the qualification letter on 8/23/24. Two (2) bus drivers do not have a valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. This is repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The child care operator has not notified the Division of three (3) of four (4) teaching staff, eight (8) bus drivers, as well as the Administrator and Pre-K Coordinator, that are hired at the child care facility. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and had documentation of reviewing the policy signed on 8/19/25. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Signed statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/17/25. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Monica Houck 151 Creekview Rd Hendersonville, NC 28792 Please call me at 828-243-2154, or email monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. 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 for Compliance – rule references can be found in the cited violations *DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) – Items #1041, #1044, #1757, and #1805 **The DCDEE CBC application process must be completed prior to employment and prior to expiration. The two (2) bus drivers, Deborah Molster and Chyna Brooks cannot work in the child care facility as bus drivers until they receive a qualification letter from DCDEE and provide a copy to the owner/director to be on file at the child care facility. We also discussed the option of a staff with a valid DCDEE CBC qualification letter could ride the bus with the child(ren) while the bus drivers are waiting on the qualification letters. **The qualification letter must be on file prior to employment. A. Rayburn began employment at the licensed facility on 1/6/25 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 1/7/25. T. Graham began employment at the licensed facility on 8/26/24 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 7/20/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will have a valid qualification letter on file prior to employment. The one (1) bus driver, C. Brousseau must have a DCDEE CBC qualification letter on file. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **A. Brown’s DCDEE CBC qualification letter expired on 8/23/24 and a new qualification letter was issued on 5/21/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how existing staff will complete the DCDEE CBC application process prior to expiration. We discussed identifying a staff member that will track and remind staff when it is time to renew background checks. It is recommended to start the DCDEE CBC application process up to six (6) months in advance of the expiration of the DCDEE CBC qualification letter, which is valid for five years. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **New and terminated staff notification requirement: 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. 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) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. CPR and First Aid Training – Items #1048 and #1049 Staff must complete CPR and First Aid training within ninety (90) days of employment. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how future new staff will complete CPR and First Aid within the first ninety (90) days of employment. We discussed that CPR and First training could be scheduled during the employee’s first six weeks of orientation to be sure the ninety (90) day requirement is met. *Staff Medical Report – Item #1032 To achieve compliance, the staff must have staff medical report completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the staff medical report completed prior to employment. We discussed that you are using a staff and training worksheet from 11/2018 that states the medical statement must be completed within sixty (60) days. There is an updated staff and training worksheet from 9/2023 that was previously emailed to you and can also be located on the Division’s website under provider forms and documents. *TB Test/Screening – Item #1033 To achieve compliance, the staff must complete at TB screening or TB test. Also, the staff must have a TB test or TB screening completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the TB test or TB screening completed by day one of employment. *Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy – Item #1874 To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will review policy prior to caring for children. We discussed a day one packet could be created to ensure that new staff review and sign the policy on day one of employment and prior to caring for children. *New Staff Orientation - Items #1067 and #1045 New staff orientation must cover six (6) clock hours in the first two (2) weeks of employment and sixteen (16) hours in the first six (6) weeks of employment. The orientation form must be completed in its entirety. *Playground Safety Requirements – Item #824 The fence must be four feet in height at minimum and may have settled over time. Lattice or some other sturdy material can be zip tied to the top of the fence to increase the height. A long term plan could be to replace the fencing with a five foot fence to allow for setting. Consultation is provided as follows: Jennifer Lugiewicz is no longer the Pre-K Coordinator and is no longer the contact for the child care facility. Ms. Lugiewicz’s email jennifer.lugiewicz@cherokee.k12.nc.us has been replaced with thomas.graham@cherokee.k12.nc.us. Thomas Graham is the Pre-K Coordinator and contact for the facility. We discussed a repeat violation regarding the DCDEE CBC violations may lead to an administrative action for the facility. If any DPI staff are left alone with children, including but not limited to the school nurse, assistant principal, etc., they must have a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. We discussed that school bus drivers are counted in staff/child ratio and are required to meet all applicable child care requirements, including but not limited to; DCDEE CBC qualifying letter, staff medical report, TB Test/Screening, the prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma policy acknowledgement, CPR/First Aid training, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training, and health and safety trainings (bus training can count towards health and safety trainings). This will be monitored at the next visit. Reminder to empty any standing water and clean the small sinks out on the playground. New rated license rules went into effect on 7/1/25. You will need to review the new rules and be prepared to discuss the pathway options you may be interested in with a child care consultant. Today we discussed with Principal Brown the three pathways and how pathway one or pathway two would be options for the NC Pre-K program. We also reviewed the options for attending upcoming provider meetings on either 9/16/25 or 9/22/25. An invitation was provided to you during the visit today. SECTION .3200 - STANDARDS FOR TWO THROUGH FIVE STAR RATED LICENSES The following staff need to update their DCDEE WORKS accounts. A. Brown needs to upload her Principal License and apply for the DPI EC Administrator position. J. Wilson needs to upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. A. Rayburn needs to send official transcripts to WORKS and upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. E. Bailey needs to complete her WORKS account registration, send any official transcripts for evaluation, and apply for the DPI Assistant Teacher position. The one (1) licensed, outdoor space did not have the space calculations completed in the file for the facility. The outdoor space floor plan shows that the space was previously measured and determined the following capacity. In addition, the pre-k outdoor space is also used by the licensed afterschool program with the same capacity. Outdoor space #1 – 52 children at 75 square feet per child and 39 children at 100 square feet per child. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.273-4569, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: MONICA HOUCK Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/3/2025 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 9/3/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 10:25 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on the visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, a signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Allison Brown, Administrator/Principal, was on-site and available to answer and ask questions. Jessica Wilson, NC Pre-K Teacher assisted with the visit and was available to answer and ask questions. Tom Graham, Federal Programs Director and Pre-K Coordinator, arrived at approximately 1:40pm and was available to review the visit summary together. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96%) percent as of 5/7/25. The ownership of the child care facility is Cherokee County Schools. Permit type – Five Star License dated 7/12/17, capacity of thirty-six (36) children ages 3-12 years. Special Services/Restrictions – Approved for daytime care only, meets enhanced space, meets reduced ratios, no children in diapers, approved as a NC Pre-K site, and approved for transportation. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/29/25. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 5/5/25. The last Murphy Elementary School fire inspection was completed on 3/19/25. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/24/25 with zero(0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. Lead water testing was completed on 5/21/24. The lead based paint survey and asbestos survey have been completed. Children were observed during free play, large group activities, lunch, and nap. The lunch today was breaded corndogs, potatoes, beans, apples, and milk as stated on the lunch menu. There are four teaching (4) staff. One (1) existing staff file was monitored, and two (2) new staff files were monitored. There are thirty-six (36) children enrolled, and four (4) children’s files were monitored. The program does provide transportation. The program uses public school buses. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for transportation records. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for staff records. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was not reviewed today and is in process for the beginning of the school year. The site monitoring tool will be reviewed at the next monitoring visit. Creative Curriculum for Preschool is implemented. Teaching Strategies Gold is the ongoing formative assessment used with children. The developmental screening tool used with children is Brigance Early Childhood Screen II. The classroom operates from 7:15a.m. to 2:55p.m. The Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) was used as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The outdoor fence measured below four feet in many areas, as low as forty-four (44) inches. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a staff medical report. The staff medical report had not been completed or signed by a health care provider. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a TB test or TB screening. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 1/7/25. One (1) staff hired on 8/26/24 had a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 7/20/25. Two (2) bus drivers have not completed the DCDEE CBC application process prior to transporting children. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The Administrator had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check qualifying letter that expired on 8/23/24 and the DCDEE Criminal Background Check application process was not completed for a valid qualifying letter until 5/21/25. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a) 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 began employment on 1/6/25 and completed First Aid training in June 2025. .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. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and completed CPR training on June 2025. .1102(d) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One (1) staff hired on 8/18/25 did not have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation training during the first two (2) weeks of orientation. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a)(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Item A DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter was not on file for two (2) staff prior to employment. A valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter was not on file for the Administrator from 8/24/24 through 5/20/25 due to expiration of the qualification letter on 8/23/24. Two (2) bus drivers do not have a valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. This is repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The child care operator has not notified the Division of three (3) of four (4) teaching staff, eight (8) bus drivers, as well as the Administrator and Pre-K Coordinator, that are hired at the child care facility. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and had documentation of reviewing the policy signed on 8/19/25. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Signed statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/17/25. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Monica Houck 151 Creekview Rd Hendersonville, NC 28792 Please call me at 828-243-2154, or email monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. 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 for Compliance – rule references can be found in the cited violations *DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) – Items #1041, #1044, #1757, and #1805 **The DCDEE CBC application process must be completed prior to employment and prior to expiration. The two (2) bus drivers, Deborah Molster and Chyna Brooks cannot work in the child care facility as bus drivers until they receive a qualification letter from DCDEE and provide a copy to the owner/director to be on file at the child care facility. We also discussed the option of a staff with a valid DCDEE CBC qualification letter could ride the bus with the child(ren) while the bus drivers are waiting on the qualification letters. **The qualification letter must be on file prior to employment. A. Rayburn began employment at the licensed facility on 1/6/25 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 1/7/25. T. Graham began employment at the licensed facility on 8/26/24 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 7/20/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will have a valid qualification letter on file prior to employment. The one (1) bus driver, C. Brousseau must have a DCDEE CBC qualification letter on file. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **A. Brown’s DCDEE CBC qualification letter expired on 8/23/24 and a new qualification letter was issued on 5/21/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how existing staff will complete the DCDEE CBC application process prior to expiration. We discussed identifying a staff member that will track and remind staff when it is time to renew background checks. It is recommended to start the DCDEE CBC application process up to six (6) months in advance of the expiration of the DCDEE CBC qualification letter, which is valid for five years. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **New and terminated staff notification requirement: 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. 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) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. CPR and First Aid Training – Items #1048 and #1049 Staff must complete CPR and First Aid training within ninety (90) days of employment. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how future new staff will complete CPR and First Aid within the first ninety (90) days of employment. We discussed that CPR and First training could be scheduled during the employee’s first six weeks of orientation to be sure the ninety (90) day requirement is met. *Staff Medical Report – Item #1032 To achieve compliance, the staff must have staff medical report completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the staff medical report completed prior to employment. We discussed that you are using a staff and training worksheet from 11/2018 that states the medical statement must be completed within sixty (60) days. There is an updated staff and training worksheet from 9/2023 that was previously emailed to you and can also be located on the Division’s website under provider forms and documents. *TB Test/Screening – Item #1033 To achieve compliance, the staff must complete at TB screening or TB test. Also, the staff must have a TB test or TB screening completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the TB test or TB screening completed by day one of employment. *Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy – Item #1874 To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will review policy prior to caring for children. We discussed a day one packet could be created to ensure that new staff review and sign the policy on day one of employment and prior to caring for children. *New Staff Orientation - Items #1067 and #1045 New staff orientation must cover six (6) clock hours in the first two (2) weeks of employment and sixteen (16) hours in the first six (6) weeks of employment. The orientation form must be completed in its entirety. *Playground Safety Requirements – Item #824 The fence must be four feet in height at minimum and may have settled over time. Lattice or some other sturdy material can be zip tied to the top of the fence to increase the height. A long term plan could be to replace the fencing with a five foot fence to allow for setting. Consultation is provided as follows: Jennifer Lugiewicz is no longer the Pre-K Coordinator and is no longer the contact for the child care facility. Ms. Lugiewicz’s email jennifer.lugiewicz@cherokee.k12.nc.us has been replaced with thomas.graham@cherokee.k12.nc.us. Thomas Graham is the Pre-K Coordinator and contact for the facility. We discussed a repeat violation regarding the DCDEE CBC violations may lead to an administrative action for the facility. If any DPI staff are left alone with children, including but not limited to the school nurse, assistant principal, etc., they must have a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. We discussed that school bus drivers are counted in staff/child ratio and are required to meet all applicable child care requirements, including but not limited to; DCDEE CBC qualifying letter, staff medical report, TB Test/Screening, the prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma policy acknowledgement, CPR/First Aid training, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training, and health and safety trainings (bus training can count towards health and safety trainings). This will be monitored at the next visit. Reminder to empty any standing water and clean the small sinks out on the playground. New rated license rules went into effect on 7/1/25. You will need to review the new rules and be prepared to discuss the pathway options you may be interested in with a child care consultant. Today we discussed with Principal Brown the three pathways and how pathway one or pathway two would be options for the NC Pre-K program. We also reviewed the options for attending upcoming provider meetings on either 9/16/25 or 9/22/25. An invitation was provided to you during the visit today. SECTION .3200 - STANDARDS FOR TWO THROUGH FIVE STAR RATED LICENSES The following staff need to update their DCDEE WORKS accounts. A. Brown needs to upload her Principal License and apply for the DPI EC Administrator position. J. Wilson needs to upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. A. Rayburn needs to send official transcripts to WORKS and upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. E. Bailey needs to complete her WORKS account registration, send any official transcripts for evaluation, and apply for the DPI Assistant Teacher position. The one (1) licensed, outdoor space did not have the space calculations completed in the file for the facility. The outdoor space floor plan shows that the space was previously measured and determined the following capacity. In addition, the pre-k outdoor space is also used by the licensed afterschool program with the same capacity. Outdoor space #1 – 52 children at 75 square feet per child and 39 children at 100 square feet per child. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.273-4569, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: MONICA HOUCK Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/3/2025 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 9/3/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 10:25 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on the visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, a signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Allison Brown, Administrator/Principal, was on-site and available to answer and ask questions. Jessica Wilson, NC Pre-K Teacher assisted with the visit and was available to answer and ask questions. Tom Graham, Federal Programs Director and Pre-K Coordinator, arrived at approximately 1:40pm and was available to review the visit summary together. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96%) percent as of 5/7/25. The ownership of the child care facility is Cherokee County Schools. Permit type – Five Star License dated 7/12/17, capacity of thirty-six (36) children ages 3-12 years. Special Services/Restrictions – Approved for daytime care only, meets enhanced space, meets reduced ratios, no children in diapers, approved as a NC Pre-K site, and approved for transportation. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/29/25. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 5/5/25. The last Murphy Elementary School fire inspection was completed on 3/19/25. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/24/25 with zero(0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. Lead water testing was completed on 5/21/24. The lead based paint survey and asbestos survey have been completed. Children were observed during free play, large group activities, lunch, and nap. The lunch today was breaded corndogs, potatoes, beans, apples, and milk as stated on the lunch menu. There are four teaching (4) staff. One (1) existing staff file was monitored, and two (2) new staff files were monitored. There are thirty-six (36) children enrolled, and four (4) children’s files were monitored. The program does provide transportation. The program uses public school buses. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for transportation records. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for staff records. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was not reviewed today and is in process for the beginning of the school year. The site monitoring tool will be reviewed at the next monitoring visit. Creative Curriculum for Preschool is implemented. Teaching Strategies Gold is the ongoing formative assessment used with children. The developmental screening tool used with children is Brigance Early Childhood Screen II. The classroom operates from 7:15a.m. to 2:55p.m. The Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) was used as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The outdoor fence measured below four feet in many areas, as low as forty-four (44) inches. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a staff medical report. The staff medical report had not been completed or signed by a health care provider. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a TB test or TB screening. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 1/7/25. One (1) staff hired on 8/26/24 had a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 7/20/25. Two (2) bus drivers have not completed the DCDEE CBC application process prior to transporting children. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The Administrator had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check qualifying letter that expired on 8/23/24 and the DCDEE Criminal Background Check application process was not completed for a valid qualifying letter until 5/21/25. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a) 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 began employment on 1/6/25 and completed First Aid training in June 2025. .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. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and completed CPR training on June 2025. .1102(d) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One (1) staff hired on 8/18/25 did not have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation training during the first two (2) weeks of orientation. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a)(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Item A DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter was not on file for two (2) staff prior to employment. A valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter was not on file for the Administrator from 8/24/24 through 5/20/25 due to expiration of the qualification letter on 8/23/24. Two (2) bus drivers do not have a valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. This is repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The child care operator has not notified the Division of three (3) of four (4) teaching staff, eight (8) bus drivers, as well as the Administrator and Pre-K Coordinator, that are hired at the child care facility. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and had documentation of reviewing the policy signed on 8/19/25. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Signed statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/17/25. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Monica Houck 151 Creekview Rd Hendersonville, NC 28792 Please call me at 828-243-2154, or email monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. 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 for Compliance – rule references can be found in the cited violations *DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) – Items #1041, #1044, #1757, and #1805 **The DCDEE CBC application process must be completed prior to employment and prior to expiration. The two (2) bus drivers, Deborah Molster and Chyna Brooks cannot work in the child care facility as bus drivers until they receive a qualification letter from DCDEE and provide a copy to the owner/director to be on file at the child care facility. We also discussed the option of a staff with a valid DCDEE CBC qualification letter could ride the bus with the child(ren) while the bus drivers are waiting on the qualification letters. **The qualification letter must be on file prior to employment. A. Rayburn began employment at the licensed facility on 1/6/25 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 1/7/25. T. Graham began employment at the licensed facility on 8/26/24 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 7/20/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will have a valid qualification letter on file prior to employment. The one (1) bus driver, C. Brousseau must have a DCDEE CBC qualification letter on file. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **A. Brown’s DCDEE CBC qualification letter expired on 8/23/24 and a new qualification letter was issued on 5/21/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how existing staff will complete the DCDEE CBC application process prior to expiration. We discussed identifying a staff member that will track and remind staff when it is time to renew background checks. It is recommended to start the DCDEE CBC application process up to six (6) months in advance of the expiration of the DCDEE CBC qualification letter, which is valid for five years. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **New and terminated staff notification requirement: 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. 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) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. CPR and First Aid Training – Items #1048 and #1049 Staff must complete CPR and First Aid training within ninety (90) days of employment. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how future new staff will complete CPR and First Aid within the first ninety (90) days of employment. We discussed that CPR and First training could be scheduled during the employee’s first six weeks of orientation to be sure the ninety (90) day requirement is met. *Staff Medical Report – Item #1032 To achieve compliance, the staff must have staff medical report completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the staff medical report completed prior to employment. We discussed that you are using a staff and training worksheet from 11/2018 that states the medical statement must be completed within sixty (60) days. There is an updated staff and training worksheet from 9/2023 that was previously emailed to you and can also be located on the Division’s website under provider forms and documents. *TB Test/Screening – Item #1033 To achieve compliance, the staff must complete at TB screening or TB test. Also, the staff must have a TB test or TB screening completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the TB test or TB screening completed by day one of employment. *Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy – Item #1874 To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will review policy prior to caring for children. We discussed a day one packet could be created to ensure that new staff review and sign the policy on day one of employment and prior to caring for children. *New Staff Orientation - Items #1067 and #1045 New staff orientation must cover six (6) clock hours in the first two (2) weeks of employment and sixteen (16) hours in the first six (6) weeks of employment. The orientation form must be completed in its entirety. *Playground Safety Requirements – Item #824 The fence must be four feet in height at minimum and may have settled over time. Lattice or some other sturdy material can be zip tied to the top of the fence to increase the height. A long term plan could be to replace the fencing with a five foot fence to allow for setting. Consultation is provided as follows: Jennifer Lugiewicz is no longer the Pre-K Coordinator and is no longer the contact for the child care facility. Ms. Lugiewicz’s email jennifer.lugiewicz@cherokee.k12.nc.us has been replaced with thomas.graham@cherokee.k12.nc.us. Thomas Graham is the Pre-K Coordinator and contact for the facility. We discussed a repeat violation regarding the DCDEE CBC violations may lead to an administrative action for the facility. If any DPI staff are left alone with children, including but not limited to the school nurse, assistant principal, etc., they must have a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. We discussed that school bus drivers are counted in staff/child ratio and are required to meet all applicable child care requirements, including but not limited to; DCDEE CBC qualifying letter, staff medical report, TB Test/Screening, the prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma policy acknowledgement, CPR/First Aid training, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training, and health and safety trainings (bus training can count towards health and safety trainings). This will be monitored at the next visit. Reminder to empty any standing water and clean the small sinks out on the playground. New rated license rules went into effect on 7/1/25. You will need to review the new rules and be prepared to discuss the pathway options you may be interested in with a child care consultant. Today we discussed with Principal Brown the three pathways and how pathway one or pathway two would be options for the NC Pre-K program. We also reviewed the options for attending upcoming provider meetings on either 9/16/25 or 9/22/25. An invitation was provided to you during the visit today. SECTION .3200 - STANDARDS FOR TWO THROUGH FIVE STAR RATED LICENSES The following staff need to update their DCDEE WORKS accounts. A. Brown needs to upload her Principal License and apply for the DPI EC Administrator position. J. Wilson needs to upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. A. Rayburn needs to send official transcripts to WORKS and upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. E. Bailey needs to complete her WORKS account registration, send any official transcripts for evaluation, and apply for the DPI Assistant Teacher position. The one (1) licensed, outdoor space did not have the space calculations completed in the file for the facility. The outdoor space floor plan shows that the space was previously measured and determined the following capacity. In addition, the pre-k outdoor space is also used by the licensed afterschool program with the same capacity. Outdoor space #1 – 52 children at 75 square feet per child and 39 children at 100 square feet per child. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.273-4569, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: MONICA HOUCK Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/3/2025 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 9/3/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 10:25 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on the visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, a signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Allison Brown, Administrator/Principal, was on-site and available to answer and ask questions. Jessica Wilson, NC Pre-K Teacher assisted with the visit and was available to answer and ask questions. Tom Graham, Federal Programs Director and Pre-K Coordinator, arrived at approximately 1:40pm and was available to review the visit summary together. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96%) percent as of 5/7/25. The ownership of the child care facility is Cherokee County Schools. Permit type – Five Star License dated 7/12/17, capacity of thirty-six (36) children ages 3-12 years. Special Services/Restrictions – Approved for daytime care only, meets enhanced space, meets reduced ratios, no children in diapers, approved as a NC Pre-K site, and approved for transportation. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/29/25. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 5/5/25. The last Murphy Elementary School fire inspection was completed on 3/19/25. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/24/25 with zero(0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. Lead water testing was completed on 5/21/24. The lead based paint survey and asbestos survey have been completed. Children were observed during free play, large group activities, lunch, and nap. The lunch today was breaded corndogs, potatoes, beans, apples, and milk as stated on the lunch menu. There are four teaching (4) staff. One (1) existing staff file was monitored, and two (2) new staff files were monitored. There are thirty-six (36) children enrolled, and four (4) children’s files were monitored. The program does provide transportation. The program uses public school buses. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for transportation records. There was a public school off-site records verification form on file for staff records. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was not reviewed today and is in process for the beginning of the school year. The site monitoring tool will be reviewed at the next monitoring visit. Creative Curriculum for Preschool is implemented. Teaching Strategies Gold is the ongoing formative assessment used with children. The developmental screening tool used with children is Brigance Early Childhood Screen II. The classroom operates from 7:15a.m. to 2:55p.m. The Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) was used as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The outdoor fence measured below four feet in many areas, as low as forty-four (44) inches. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a staff medical report. The staff medical report had not been completed or signed by a health care provider. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. 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 (1) staff member began employment on 8/18/25 and did not have documentation of completing a TB test or TB screening. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 1/7/25. One (1) staff hired on 8/26/24 had a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter completed after employment and dated 7/20/25. Two (2) bus drivers have not completed the DCDEE CBC application process prior to transporting children. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The Administrator had a DCDEE Criminal Background Check qualifying letter that expired on 8/23/24 and the DCDEE Criminal Background Check application process was not completed for a valid qualifying letter until 5/21/25. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a) 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 began employment on 1/6/25 and completed First Aid training in June 2025. .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. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and completed CPR training on June 2025. .1102(d) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. One (1) staff hired on 8/18/25 did not have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation training during the first two (2) weeks of orientation. One (1) staff hired on 1/6/25 did have documentation of the number of hours received for new staff orientation or any documentation of who provided the training. .1101(a)(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Item A DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualifying letter was not on file for two (2) staff prior to employment. A valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter was not on file for the Administrator from 8/24/24 through 5/20/25 due to expiration of the qualification letter on 8/23/24. Two (2) bus drivers do not have a valid DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. This is repeat violation from 9/5/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The child care operator has not notified the Division of three (3) of four (4) teaching staff, eight (8) bus drivers, as well as the Administrator and Pre-K Coordinator, that are hired at the child care facility. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member began employment on 1/6/25 and had documentation of reviewing the policy signed on 8/19/25. Refer to the staff and training worksheet. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Signed statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/17/25. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Monica Houck 151 Creekview Rd Hendersonville, NC 28792 Please call me at 828-243-2154, or email monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. 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 for Compliance – rule references can be found in the cited violations *DCDEE Criminal Background Check (CBC) – Items #1041, #1044, #1757, and #1805 **The DCDEE CBC application process must be completed prior to employment and prior to expiration. The two (2) bus drivers, Deborah Molster and Chyna Brooks cannot work in the child care facility as bus drivers until they receive a qualification letter from DCDEE and provide a copy to the owner/director to be on file at the child care facility. We also discussed the option of a staff with a valid DCDEE CBC qualification letter could ride the bus with the child(ren) while the bus drivers are waiting on the qualification letters. **The qualification letter must be on file prior to employment. A. Rayburn began employment at the licensed facility on 1/6/25 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 1/7/25. T. Graham began employment at the licensed facility on 8/26/24 and received a DCDEE qualification letter on 7/20/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will have a valid qualification letter on file prior to employment. The one (1) bus driver, C. Brousseau must have a DCDEE CBC qualification letter on file. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **A. Brown’s DCDEE CBC qualification letter expired on 8/23/24 and a new qualification letter was issued on 5/21/25. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how existing staff will complete the DCDEE CBC application process prior to expiration. We discussed identifying a staff member that will track and remind staff when it is time to renew background checks. It is recommended to start the DCDEE CBC application process up to six (6) months in advance of the expiration of the DCDEE CBC qualification letter, which is valid for five years. This is a repeat violation from 9/5/24 which may result in an administrative action for the child care facility. **New and terminated staff notification requirement: 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. 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) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. CPR and First Aid Training – Items #1048 and #1049 Staff must complete CPR and First Aid training within ninety (90) days of employment. To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how future new staff will complete CPR and First Aid within the first ninety (90) days of employment. We discussed that CPR and First training could be scheduled during the employee’s first six weeks of orientation to be sure the ninety (90) day requirement is met. *Staff Medical Report – Item #1032 To achieve compliance, the staff must have staff medical report completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the staff medical report completed prior to employment. We discussed that you are using a staff and training worksheet from 11/2018 that states the medical statement must be completed within sixty (60) days. There is an updated staff and training worksheet from 9/2023 that was previously emailed to you and can also be located on the Division’s website under provider forms and documents. *TB Test/Screening – Item #1033 To achieve compliance, the staff must complete at TB screening or TB test. Also, the staff must have a TB test or TB screening completed by a health care professional. Also, a plan must be in put in place to state how new staff will have the TB test or TB screening completed by day one of employment. *Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy – Item #1874 To achieve compliance, a plan must be put in place to state how new staff will review policy prior to caring for children. We discussed a day one packet could be created to ensure that new staff review and sign the policy on day one of employment and prior to caring for children. *New Staff Orientation - Items #1067 and #1045 New staff orientation must cover six (6) clock hours in the first two (2) weeks of employment and sixteen (16) hours in the first six (6) weeks of employment. The orientation form must be completed in its entirety. *Playground Safety Requirements – Item #824 The fence must be four feet in height at minimum and may have settled over time. Lattice or some other sturdy material can be zip tied to the top of the fence to increase the height. A long term plan could be to replace the fencing with a five foot fence to allow for setting. Consultation is provided as follows: Jennifer Lugiewicz is no longer the Pre-K Coordinator and is no longer the contact for the child care facility. Ms. Lugiewicz’s email jennifer.lugiewicz@cherokee.k12.nc.us has been replaced with thomas.graham@cherokee.k12.nc.us. Thomas Graham is the Pre-K Coordinator and contact for the facility. We discussed a repeat violation regarding the DCDEE CBC violations may lead to an administrative action for the facility. If any DPI staff are left alone with children, including but not limited to the school nurse, assistant principal, etc., they must have a DCDEE CBC qualifying letter on file. We discussed that school bus drivers are counted in staff/child ratio and are required to meet all applicable child care requirements, including but not limited to; DCDEE CBC qualifying letter, staff medical report, TB Test/Screening, the prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma policy acknowledgement, CPR/First Aid training, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training, and health and safety trainings (bus training can count towards health and safety trainings). This will be monitored at the next visit. Reminder to empty any standing water and clean the small sinks out on the playground. New rated license rules went into effect on 7/1/25. You will need to review the new rules and be prepared to discuss the pathway options you may be interested in with a child care consultant. Today we discussed with Principal Brown the three pathways and how pathway one or pathway two would be options for the NC Pre-K program. We also reviewed the options for attending upcoming provider meetings on either 9/16/25 or 9/22/25. An invitation was provided to you during the visit today. SECTION .3200 - STANDARDS FOR TWO THROUGH FIVE STAR RATED LICENSES The following staff need to update their DCDEE WORKS accounts. A. Brown needs to upload her Principal License and apply for the DPI EC Administrator position. J. Wilson needs to upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. A. Rayburn needs to send official transcripts to WORKS and upload her B-K License to meet NC Pre-K requirements. E. Bailey needs to complete her WORKS account registration, send any official transcripts for evaluation, and apply for the DPI Assistant Teacher position. The one (1) licensed, outdoor space did not have the space calculations completed in the file for the facility. The outdoor space floor plan shows that the space was previously measured and determined the following capacity. In addition, the pre-k outdoor space is also used by the licensed afterschool program with the same capacity. Outdoor space #1 – 52 children at 75 square feet per child and 39 children at 100 square feet per child. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at monica.houck@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.273-4569, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/5/2024 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/5/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teacher during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/5/24. Permit type – Five Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions -NCPK; No Children in Diapers; Meeting reduced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 9/21/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/5/24. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 8/30/24. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/23/24. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/2/24 with four (4) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Smart Teach. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Lead Teachers. I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged with teachers and eating a healthy lunch. I observed them in hand washing and children preparing for nap in this class. In space two (2) children were in circle time being read a book on manners. Children were engaged with their teacher and answering questions about the book. Both groups of children combined on the playground and played on the tricycle path and home center station. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The program uses public school buses. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for children files were monitored today. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 2:55 p.m. The following violations were documented during today’s visit or Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Two (2) slides on the playground were hot to the touch and in direct sunlight. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). B.H. Criminal Background expired on 9/1/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was not a current Qualifying letter for B.H. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date. Note: Criminal background checks must be completed every five years before the expiration date. Check your staff and training work sheet to update twice a year and look at this date often. You will have fifteen days from today to get your new Background check. If I have not received in fifteen (15) days you may not return to work until received. Item-1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. Note: A qualification letter must always be on file and current. Whenever you receive new qualifying letters print and put in your file to make this process easier. 0713- Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: When slides on the playground are too hot for children to play on you can provide a shade structure or tarp like structure to provide proper shade. Until this is reconciled children will not be allowed to play on this structure. 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/19/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed you have the supplies to fix the shade structure. You are waiting on school maintenance to install. We discussed this needs to be completed in fourteen (14) days to be in compliance and so the children can enjoy the entire playground. Until this is completed you stated you will shut this gated part of the playground where children can use the bike track and home living area as well as the open space with balls and gross motor equipment. We discussed you wanted to get your children settled in for the new year and make sure everyone is in WORKS with the new classes they have completed. You will let me know if you want to proceed with your rated license. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.828.550.7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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

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10A NCAC 09 .0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/5/2024 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/5/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teacher during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/5/24. Permit type – Five Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions -NCPK; No Children in Diapers; Meeting reduced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 9/21/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/5/24. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 8/30/24. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/23/24. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/2/24 with four (4) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Smart Teach. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Lead Teachers. I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged with teachers and eating a healthy lunch. I observed them in hand washing and children preparing for nap in this class. In space two (2) children were in circle time being read a book on manners. Children were engaged with their teacher and answering questions about the book. Both groups of children combined on the playground and played on the tricycle path and home center station. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The program uses public school buses. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for children files were monitored today. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 2:55 p.m. The following violations were documented during today’s visit or Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Two (2) slides on the playground were hot to the touch and in direct sunlight. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). B.H. Criminal Background expired on 9/1/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was not a current Qualifying letter for B.H. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date. Note: Criminal background checks must be completed every five years before the expiration date. Check your staff and training work sheet to update twice a year and look at this date often. You will have fifteen days from today to get your new Background check. If I have not received in fifteen (15) days you may not return to work until received. Item-1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. Note: A qualification letter must always be on file and current. Whenever you receive new qualifying letters print and put in your file to make this process easier. 0713- Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: When slides on the playground are too hot for children to play on you can provide a shade structure or tarp like structure to provide proper shade. Until this is reconciled children will not be allowed to play on this structure. 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/19/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed you have the supplies to fix the shade structure. You are waiting on school maintenance to install. We discussed this needs to be completed in fourteen (14) days to be in compliance and so the children can enjoy the entire playground. Until this is completed you stated you will shut this gated part of the playground where children can use the bike track and home living area as well as the open space with balls and gross motor equipment. We discussed you wanted to get your children settled in for the new year and make sure everyone is in WORKS with the new classes they have completed. You will let me know if you want to proceed with your rated license. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.828.550.7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/5/2024 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/5/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teacher during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/5/24. Permit type – Five Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions -NCPK; No Children in Diapers; Meeting reduced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 9/21/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/5/24. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 8/30/24. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/23/24. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/2/24 with four (4) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Smart Teach. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Lead Teachers. I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged with teachers and eating a healthy lunch. I observed them in hand washing and children preparing for nap in this class. In space two (2) children were in circle time being read a book on manners. Children were engaged with their teacher and answering questions about the book. Both groups of children combined on the playground and played on the tricycle path and home center station. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The program uses public school buses. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for children files were monitored today. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 2:55 p.m. The following violations were documented during today’s visit or Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Two (2) slides on the playground were hot to the touch and in direct sunlight. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). B.H. Criminal Background expired on 9/1/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was not a current Qualifying letter for B.H. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date. Note: Criminal background checks must be completed every five years before the expiration date. Check your staff and training work sheet to update twice a year and look at this date often. You will have fifteen days from today to get your new Background check. If I have not received in fifteen (15) days you may not return to work until received. Item-1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. Note: A qualification letter must always be on file and current. Whenever you receive new qualifying letters print and put in your file to make this process easier. 0713- Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: When slides on the playground are too hot for children to play on you can provide a shade structure or tarp like structure to provide proper shade. Until this is reconciled children will not be allowed to play on this structure. 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/19/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed you have the supplies to fix the shade structure. You are waiting on school maintenance to install. We discussed this needs to be completed in fourteen (14) days to be in compliance and so the children can enjoy the entire playground. Until this is completed you stated you will shut this gated part of the playground where children can use the bike track and home living area as well as the open space with balls and gross motor equipment. We discussed you wanted to get your children settled in for the new year and make sure everyone is in WORKS with the new classes they have completed. You will let me know if you want to proceed with your rated license. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.828.550.7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1703 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/5/2024 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/5/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teacher during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/5/24. Permit type – Five Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions -NCPK; No Children in Diapers; Meeting reduced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 9/21/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/5/24. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 8/30/24. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/23/24. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/2/24 with four (4) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Smart Teach. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Lead Teachers. I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged with teachers and eating a healthy lunch. I observed them in hand washing and children preparing for nap in this class. In space two (2) children were in circle time being read a book on manners. Children were engaged with their teacher and answering questions about the book. Both groups of children combined on the playground and played on the tricycle path and home center station. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The program uses public school buses. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for children files were monitored today. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 2:55 p.m. The following violations were documented during today’s visit or Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Two (2) slides on the playground were hot to the touch and in direct sunlight. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). B.H. Criminal Background expired on 9/1/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was not a current Qualifying letter for B.H. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date. Note: Criminal background checks must be completed every five years before the expiration date. Check your staff and training work sheet to update twice a year and look at this date often. You will have fifteen days from today to get your new Background check. If I have not received in fifteen (15) days you may not return to work until received. Item-1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. Note: A qualification letter must always be on file and current. Whenever you receive new qualifying letters print and put in your file to make this process easier. 0713- Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: When slides on the playground are too hot for children to play on you can provide a shade structure or tarp like structure to provide proper shade. Until this is reconciled children will not be allowed to play on this structure. 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/19/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed you have the supplies to fix the shade structure. You are waiting on school maintenance to install. We discussed this needs to be completed in fourteen (14) days to be in compliance and so the children can enjoy the entire playground. Until this is completed you stated you will shut this gated part of the playground where children can use the bike track and home living area as well as the open space with balls and gross motor equipment. We discussed you wanted to get your children settled in for the new year and make sure everyone is in WORKS with the new classes they have completed. You will let me know if you want to proceed with your rated license. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.828.550.7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .2830 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/5/2024 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/5/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teacher during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/5/24. Permit type – Five Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions -NCPK; No Children in Diapers; Meeting reduced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 9/21/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/5/24. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 8/30/24. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/23/24. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/2/24 with four (4) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Smart Teach. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Lead Teachers. I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged with teachers and eating a healthy lunch. I observed them in hand washing and children preparing for nap in this class. In space two (2) children were in circle time being read a book on manners. Children were engaged with their teacher and answering questions about the book. Both groups of children combined on the playground and played on the tricycle path and home center station. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The program uses public school buses. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for children files were monitored today. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 2:55 p.m. The following violations were documented during today’s visit or Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Two (2) slides on the playground were hot to the touch and in direct sunlight. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). B.H. Criminal Background expired on 9/1/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was not a current Qualifying letter for B.H. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date. Note: Criminal background checks must be completed every five years before the expiration date. Check your staff and training work sheet to update twice a year and look at this date often. You will have fifteen days from today to get your new Background check. If I have not received in fifteen (15) days you may not return to work until received. Item-1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. Note: A qualification letter must always be on file and current. Whenever you receive new qualifying letters print and put in your file to make this process easier. 0713- Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: When slides on the playground are too hot for children to play on you can provide a shade structure or tarp like structure to provide proper shade. Until this is reconciled children will not be allowed to play on this structure. 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/19/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed you have the supplies to fix the shade structure. You are waiting on school maintenance to install. We discussed this needs to be completed in fourteen (14) days to be in compliance and so the children can enjoy the entire playground. Until this is completed you stated you will shut this gated part of the playground where children can use the bike track and home living area as well as the open space with balls and gross motor equipment. We discussed you wanted to get your children settled in for the new year and make sure everyone is in WORKS with the new classes they have completed. You will let me know if you want to proceed with your rated license. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.828.550.7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/5/2024 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/5/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teacher during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/5/24. Permit type – Five Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions -NCPK; No Children in Diapers; Meeting reduced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 9/21/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/5/24. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 8/30/24. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/23/24. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/2/24 with four (4) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Smart Teach. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Lead Teachers. I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged with teachers and eating a healthy lunch. I observed them in hand washing and children preparing for nap in this class. In space two (2) children were in circle time being read a book on manners. Children were engaged with their teacher and answering questions about the book. Both groups of children combined on the playground and played on the tricycle path and home center station. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The program uses public school buses. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for children files were monitored today. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 2:55 p.m. The following violations were documented during today’s visit or Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Two (2) slides on the playground were hot to the touch and in direct sunlight. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). B.H. Criminal Background expired on 9/1/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was not a current Qualifying letter for B.H. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date. Note: Criminal background checks must be completed every five years before the expiration date. Check your staff and training work sheet to update twice a year and look at this date often. You will have fifteen days from today to get your new Background check. If I have not received in fifteen (15) days you may not return to work until received. Item-1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. Note: A qualification letter must always be on file and current. Whenever you receive new qualifying letters print and put in your file to make this process easier. 0713- Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: When slides on the playground are too hot for children to play on you can provide a shade structure or tarp like structure to provide proper shade. Until this is reconciled children will not be allowed to play on this structure. 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/19/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed you have the supplies to fix the shade structure. You are waiting on school maintenance to install. We discussed this needs to be completed in fourteen (14) days to be in compliance and so the children can enjoy the entire playground. Until this is completed you stated you will shut this gated part of the playground where children can use the bike track and home living area as well as the open space with balls and gross motor equipment. We discussed you wanted to get your children settled in for the new year and make sure everyone is in WORKS with the new classes they have completed. You will let me know if you want to proceed with your rated license. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.828.550.7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/5/2024 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/5/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teacher during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/5/24. Permit type – Five Star Child Care License Special Services/Restrictions -NCPK; No Children in Diapers; Meeting reduced ratios; Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 9/21/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 9/5/24. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 8/30/24. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/23/24. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/23. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 4/2/24 with four (4) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Smart Teach. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Lead Teachers. I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged with teachers and eating a healthy lunch. I observed them in hand washing and children preparing for nap in this class. In space two (2) children were in circle time being read a book on manners. Children were engaged with their teacher and answering questions about the book. Both groups of children combined on the playground and played on the tricycle path and home center station. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The program uses public school buses. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for children files were monitored today. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 2:55 p.m. The following violations were documented during today’s visit or Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Two (2) slides on the playground were hot to the touch and in direct sunlight. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). B.H. Criminal Background expired on 9/1/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was not a current Qualifying letter for B.H. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date. Note: Criminal background checks must be completed every five years before the expiration date. Check your staff and training work sheet to update twice a year and look at this date often. You will have fifteen days from today to get your new Background check. If I have not received in fifteen (15) days you may not return to work until received. Item-1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. Note: A qualification letter must always be on file and current. Whenever you receive new qualifying letters print and put in your file to make this process easier. 0713- Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: When slides on the playground are too hot for children to play on you can provide a shade structure or tarp like structure to provide proper shade. Until this is reconciled children will not be allowed to play on this structure. 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 9/19/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed you have the supplies to fix the shade structure. You are waiting on school maintenance to install. We discussed this needs to be completed in fourteen (14) days to be in compliance and so the children can enjoy the entire playground. Until this is completed you stated you will shut this gated part of the playground where children can use the bike track and home living area as well as the open space with balls and gross motor equipment. We discussed you wanted to get your children settled in for the new year and make sure everyone is in WORKS with the new classes they have completed. You will let me know if you want to proceed with your rated license. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any monitoring visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.McCrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.828.550.7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/21/2023 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/21/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher title, during the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, the Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me today. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/21/21. Permit type -Five Star-Issued on 7/12/17. Special Services/Restrictions –NCPK/approved for transportation. No Child in Diapers: Meet reduced ratios: Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/31/23. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 9/5/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/16/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/22. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/29/23with zero (0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Creative Curriculum. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Jessica Wilson in space two (2). I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged in Circle time With Ms. Wilson. She read them a book while children washed hands and prepared for lunch. In space one (1) I observed four- to five-year-old children having movement and movement with Mr. Hoyt. Children were observed napping and then transitioning to outside play. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ This program uses public school buses for transportation. . The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/28/23. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held three (3) times per year. You stated that you use class Dojo to communicate with parents. In addition, a class projects are uploaded daily, and reports are sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-0713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. According to 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (e) Children shall not be allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/5/23 Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed moving forward with your prep year assessment. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.550-7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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

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10A NCAC 09 .0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/21/2023 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/21/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher title, during the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, the Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me today. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/21/21. Permit type -Five Star-Issued on 7/12/17. Special Services/Restrictions –NCPK/approved for transportation. No Child in Diapers: Meet reduced ratios: Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/31/23. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 9/5/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/16/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/22. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/29/23with zero (0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Creative Curriculum. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Jessica Wilson in space two (2). I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged in Circle time With Ms. Wilson. She read them a book while children washed hands and prepared for lunch. In space one (1) I observed four- to five-year-old children having movement and movement with Mr. Hoyt. Children were observed napping and then transitioning to outside play. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ This program uses public school buses for transportation. . The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/28/23. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held three (3) times per year. You stated that you use class Dojo to communicate with parents. In addition, a class projects are uploaded daily, and reports are sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-0713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. According to 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (e) Children shall not be allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/5/23 Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed moving forward with your prep year assessment. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.550-7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/21/2023 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/21/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher title, during the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, the Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me today. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/21/21. Permit type -Five Star-Issued on 7/12/17. Special Services/Restrictions –NCPK/approved for transportation. No Child in Diapers: Meet reduced ratios: Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/31/23. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 9/5/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/16/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/22. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/29/23with zero (0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Creative Curriculum. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Jessica Wilson in space two (2). I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged in Circle time With Ms. Wilson. She read them a book while children washed hands and prepared for lunch. In space one (1) I observed four- to five-year-old children having movement and movement with Mr. Hoyt. Children were observed napping and then transitioning to outside play. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ This program uses public school buses for transportation. . The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/28/23. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held three (3) times per year. You stated that you use class Dojo to communicate with parents. In addition, a class projects are uploaded daily, and reports are sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-0713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. According to 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (e) Children shall not be allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/5/23 Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed moving forward with your prep year assessment. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.550-7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1703 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/21/2023 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/21/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher title, during the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, the Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me today. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/21/21. Permit type -Five Star-Issued on 7/12/17. Special Services/Restrictions –NCPK/approved for transportation. No Child in Diapers: Meet reduced ratios: Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/31/23. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 9/5/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/16/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/22. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/29/23with zero (0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Creative Curriculum. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Jessica Wilson in space two (2). I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged in Circle time With Ms. Wilson. She read them a book while children washed hands and prepared for lunch. In space one (1) I observed four- to five-year-old children having movement and movement with Mr. Hoyt. Children were observed napping and then transitioning to outside play. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ This program uses public school buses for transportation. . The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/28/23. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held three (3) times per year. You stated that you use class Dojo to communicate with parents. In addition, a class projects are uploaded daily, and reports are sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-0713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. According to 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (e) Children shall not be allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/5/23 Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed moving forward with your prep year assessment. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.550-7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .2830 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/21/2023 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/21/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher title, during the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, the Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me today. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/21/21. Permit type -Five Star-Issued on 7/12/17. Special Services/Restrictions –NCPK/approved for transportation. No Child in Diapers: Meet reduced ratios: Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/31/23. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 9/5/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/16/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/22. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/29/23with zero (0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Creative Curriculum. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Jessica Wilson in space two (2). I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged in Circle time With Ms. Wilson. She read them a book while children washed hands and prepared for lunch. In space one (1) I observed four- to five-year-old children having movement and movement with Mr. Hoyt. Children were observed napping and then transitioning to outside play. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ This program uses public school buses for transportation. . The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/28/23. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held three (3) times per year. You stated that you use class Dojo to communicate with parents. In addition, a class projects are uploaded daily, and reports are sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-0713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. According to 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (e) Children shall not be allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/5/23 Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed moving forward with your prep year assessment. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.550-7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .3009 · Violation

Name of Operation: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/21/2023 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/21/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher title, during the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, the Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me today. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/21/21. Permit type -Five Star-Issued on 7/12/17. Special Services/Restrictions –NCPK/approved for transportation. No Child in Diapers: Meet reduced ratios: Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/31/23. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 9/5/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/16/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/22. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/29/23with zero (0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Creative Curriculum. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Jessica Wilson in space two (2). I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged in Circle time With Ms. Wilson. She read them a book while children washed hands and prepared for lunch. In space one (1) I observed four- to five-year-old children having movement and movement with Mr. Hoyt. Children were observed napping and then transitioning to outside play. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ This program uses public school buses for transportation. . The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/28/23. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held three (3) times per year. You stated that you use class Dojo to communicate with parents. In addition, a class projects are uploaded daily, and reports are sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-0713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. According to 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (e) Children shall not be allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/5/23 Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed moving forward with your prep year assessment. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.550-7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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: MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRE-K Facility ID: 20000057 Consultant: SIDNEY MCCRORY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/21/2023 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/21/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by Sidney McCrory, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Brian Hoyt, Lead Teacher title, during the visit. An electronic signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, the Brian Hoyt and Jessica Wilson, Lead Teachers, accompanied me today. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. An annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note the requirements monitored and is attached to the computerized generated visit summary for your records. The center’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-eight (98) percentage as of 9/21/21. Permit type -Five Star-Issued on 7/12/17. Special Services/Restrictions –NCPK/approved for transportation. No Child in Diapers: Meet reduced ratios: Meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 10/19/23. The last fire drill was practiced on 8/31/23. The last shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 9/5/23. The last playground inspection was documented on 8/16/23. The last fire inspection was approved on 9/28/22. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/29/23with zero (0) demerits for a Superior classification. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and current. The approved curriculum for four-year-old children is Creative Curriculum. Upon arrival I introduced my presence to the Jessica Wilson in space two (2). I observed the group with four- to five-year-old children engaged in Circle time With Ms. Wilson. She read them a book while children washed hands and prepared for lunch. In space one (1) I observed four- to five-year-old children having movement and movement with Mr. Hoyt. Children were observed napping and then transitioning to outside play. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ This program uses public school buses for transportation. . The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the childcare rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. You stated you have completed the developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress and documentation was viewed today. The first day of school was 8/28/23. The classroom operates from 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Parent conferences are held three (3) times per year. You stated that you use class Dojo to communicate with parents. In addition, a class projects are uploaded daily, and reports are sent home to the parents which includes any information about the child’s day and any reminders. The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. 10A NCAC 09 .0605(e) Technical assistance was provided as follows: Item-0713 Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch Note: The plastic slide was hot to the touch and needs to have some kind of shade on it before children will be safe to use it. According to 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (e) Children shall not be allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch. Corrective Action Plan: 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. 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 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 will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 10/5/23 Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: Sidney.McCrory@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Sidney McCrory 172 Streamwood Circle Waynesville NC 28786 Please call me at 828-550-7655, or email Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. 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. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation is provided as follows: We discussed moving forward with your prep year assessment. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Stabilization Grant, please contact Kaitlyn Marshall, Child Care Consultant, at 828-713-8192 or email kaitlyn.marshall@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify a DCDEE representative may result in a violation of child care requirements. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) states “Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual 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.” As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at Sidney.Mccrory@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.550-7655, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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