OAK Ridge Elementary NC Pre-K Program

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: OAK RIDGE ELEMENTARY NC PRE-K PROGRAM Facility ID: 41002102 Consultant: ELIZABETH CHILDRESS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/6/2025 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 3/6/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with child care rules during an annual compliance visit. The facility has an 18-month compliance history of 100%. The last annual compliance visit was documented on 4/9/2024. I completed an Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Centers during today’s visit. This DPI NC Pre-K classroom currently operates with a Four-Star License effective March 28, 2018. Upon arrival at the elementary school, I was greeted by Ms. A. Dzura and Ms. M Bullins. Both assisted me with the visit. There were 16 children present today. Children were observed engaged in group time, playing in a variety of centers and outside activities. The teachers were also participating in “crazy sock day” by wearing crazy socks and providing guidance thorough lessons and group time activities. The staff were observed engaged in activities with the children and were positive in their interactions with the children. Public School Off-Site Records Verification form for Staff Records and Children’s Records were signed and current. Three children's record files were monitored. Required program records were also monitored during today’s visit. A satisfactory fire inspection was completed 11/5/2024. Emergency drills were documented monthly. A sanitation inspection was completed on 02/27/2025 and the facility received a superior rating. The outdoor space was monitored, and one hazard was observed today. Outdoor inspections were documented monthly. There was one item of non-compliance observed during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Sharp edges on two sand boxes. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) Violation(s) documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 03/19/2025, describing how and when the violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Please remember your letter should include facility name, facility ID#, and original signature. During the visit, I provided technical assistance regarding the outdoor environment. There are two concrete boxes that will need to be filled to the top with dirt, sand or mulch. The boxes also have sharp edges and will need to be repaired. Starting on February 1, 2025, ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3, also known as the "3s"—will be used for program assessments and reassessments. Find information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities from the North Carolina Rated License Project (NCRLAP) Get ready for the 3s (ECERS-3, ITERS-3, FCCERS-3) Pathways in Brief- For more information- https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at 743-241-0126 or elizabeth.childress@dhhss.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