Washington County Ncpk

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: WASHINGTON COUNTY NCPK Facility ID: 94000137 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/10/2025 Number Present: 51 Completed Date: 12/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 305 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in three spaces, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. S. Ridenour, Lead Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued February 20, 2025, earning 7 points in the education component, 2 points in the program standards component and 1 quality point for seventy-five percent of lead teachers and teachers having at least ten years documented early childhood work experience that can be verified by the DCDEE. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum (Creative Curriculum) as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. This is the program’s first annual compliance. The sanitation inspection was completed February 14, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted January 7, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. I visited each space indoors and outdoor play area. Children engaged in morning routines, completing toileting and hand washing routines, free choice play in various activity areas, and interacting with teachers. Proper hand washing techniques and diaper changing procedures were observed. Breakfast and lunch were observed during today’s visit. Breakfast consisted of chicken biscuits, craisins and milk and lunch consisted of Teriyaki beef tips, mixed rice, broccoli, pears, and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was not reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, S. Ridenour, T. Sykes, and K. Speller and teachers, S. Smalls, Benton, C. Jones, D. Ambrose. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. Brigance assessments were completed in the six files reviewed today. Health assessments included the required screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. Checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. The first day of school was 9-2-25. The classroom operates from 8:25 am to 3:45 pm. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that the program uses daily communication folders, school all-calls and the reminder app to communicate with parents. The program has not completed the environment rating scale assessment. The program is licensed for four NC Pre-K classrooms; however, one classroom is currently not being used. You reported the space is being utilized by kindergarten. COMPLIANCE HISTORY SCORE: The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-four percent as of December 10, 2025. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the email address and mailing address listed on the facility profile are correct. You stated the telephone number needs to be updated. I explained written documentation must be submitted formally requesting the change. The written documentation should include the new telephone number for your program. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. The following violations were documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in Space #3. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The black border enclosing the surfacing around the play equipment on the playground was cracked, creating an opening where children's fingers could be stuck. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(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. Documentation was not on file to verify completion of First aid training for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025, and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. .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. Documentation was not on file to verify completion of CPR training for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025 and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Valid qualification letters were not on file for three employees and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. The substitute (C. Nixon) in Space #3 was observed consuming Pepsi soda in the presence of children. .0901(i) 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 required ABCMS training was not completed G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 24, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Keshia Hayward, Child Care Consultant PO Box 13 Ahoskie, NC 27901 Keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/GUIDANCE: CPR/FIRST AID: Documentation verifying completion of First Aid and CPR was not on file for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025 and one substitute reported working more than ninety days. You stated that you believed only a percentage of staff were required to complete first aid and CPR. I explained that First aid/CPR training is required for all staff working directly with children, including substitutes, within 90 days of employment. Please ensure the training is scheduled and completed through an approved agency. Also, documentation verifying completion of the training from the instructor or governing agency must be received and placed on file. Be reminded online CPR/First aid training is not permitted. QUALIFICATION LETTERS: Valid qualification letters were not on file for two employees, and one substitutes working in the NC Pre-K program. I informed you that qualification letters must be on file and available for review at the program site. You stated the documents are kept at the central office and are provided as needed. I advised you to retrieve copies of the qualification letters from staff or the central office, so they are available on-site during monitoring visit. During the visit, you retrieved a copy of the qualification letter for the substitute. We discussed the option of substitute having mobile file to bring when they work at the facility. This will ensure all required documentation is onsite and available for review. I provided you with a copy of the substitute file checklist during the visit. ABCMS TRAINING: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on 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 me for assistance. DAILY SCHEDULES: A daily schedule was not posted or available in Space #3 during my observation. The substitutes working in the classroom could not find a copy to provided. You printed a copy of your schedule and posted it in Space #3 during the visit. Be reminded a daily schedule must be posted for each group of children served. QRIS CONVERSTAION: You requested that I speak with the NC Pre-K Coordinator regarding the QRIS transition and process. I informed you contact would be made to schedule a time to complete the conversation and discuss plans for your program. SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY: North Carolina General Statute 14-208 requires sex offenders to register with the North Carolina Department of Justice. The law states that a sex offender shall not knowingly reside within 1,000 feet of the property on which any public or nonpublic school or child care center is located. This does not apply to child care centers that are located on or within 1,000 feet of property of an institution of higher education where the registrant is a student or is employed. All licensed child care centers must register to receive e-mail notification when a registered sex offender moves within a one-mile radius of the center. (§14-208.19) To register for the e-mail notification, go to http://sexoffender.ncsbi.gov. If you have any questions, please contact your local sheriff's department. NCID CREDENTIALS: Please remember to use your NCID credential periodically to prevent your user ID and password from becoming inactive. If your NCID credentials are not used within a twelve (12) to fifteen (15) month period, access to your account may be restricted due to inactivity. To avoid disruption, it is strongly recommended that you schedule regular logins to ensure your credentials remain active and valid. RAISE NC NEWSLETTER: The Raise NC Newsletter, sent directly to providers via email, contains valuable and up-to-date information about important updates and changes within the child care sector in North Carolina. I encourage you to set aside time to read each issue upon receipt to ensure you remain informed and updated on the latest developments, resources and guidance impacting child care programs. Staying connected helps support quality child care and compliance across the state. NEW OFFICE LOCATION: The North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services, including the Division of Child Development and Early Education, has moved to a new location. The DCDEE mailing address will remain at 2201 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2200. If you are visiting the new building, the paid parking deck for our headquarters is immediately beside the building at 1910 Human Services Lane. All guests will check in at the front desk and be escorted by a DHHS staff member to the appropriate floor for their meeting. Getting Here: For GPS and map apps, use 3905 Reedy Creek Rd, Raleigh NC 27607 to get directions. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. I am available to provided a meeting for technical assistance with the child care requirement upon your request. The Tyrell-Washington Partnership for Children/Child Care resource & Referral is available to provide resources and information, training opportunities, and technical assistance on child care issues. Their phone number is 252-793-5437 or check out their website at www.twpfc.org. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Keshia Hayward, Child Care Consultant, 252,214-2709, or email, keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252-373-4199 or email jennifer.linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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: WASHINGTON COUNTY NCPK Facility ID: 94000137 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/10/2025 Number Present: 51 Completed Date: 12/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 305 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in three spaces, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. S. Ridenour, Lead Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued February 20, 2025, earning 7 points in the education component, 2 points in the program standards component and 1 quality point for seventy-five percent of lead teachers and teachers having at least ten years documented early childhood work experience that can be verified by the DCDEE. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum (Creative Curriculum) as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. This is the program’s first annual compliance. The sanitation inspection was completed February 14, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted January 7, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. I visited each space indoors and outdoor play area. Children engaged in morning routines, completing toileting and hand washing routines, free choice play in various activity areas, and interacting with teachers. Proper hand washing techniques and diaper changing procedures were observed. Breakfast and lunch were observed during today’s visit. Breakfast consisted of chicken biscuits, craisins and milk and lunch consisted of Teriyaki beef tips, mixed rice, broccoli, pears, and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was not reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, S. Ridenour, T. Sykes, and K. Speller and teachers, S. Smalls, Benton, C. Jones, D. Ambrose. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. Brigance assessments were completed in the six files reviewed today. Health assessments included the required screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. Checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. The first day of school was 9-2-25. The classroom operates from 8:25 am to 3:45 pm. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that the program uses daily communication folders, school all-calls and the reminder app to communicate with parents. The program has not completed the environment rating scale assessment. The program is licensed for four NC Pre-K classrooms; however, one classroom is currently not being used. You reported the space is being utilized by kindergarten. COMPLIANCE HISTORY SCORE: The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-four percent as of December 10, 2025. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the email address and mailing address listed on the facility profile are correct. You stated the telephone number needs to be updated. I explained written documentation must be submitted formally requesting the change. The written documentation should include the new telephone number for your program. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. The following violations were documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in Space #3. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The black border enclosing the surfacing around the play equipment on the playground was cracked, creating an opening where children's fingers could be stuck. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(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. Documentation was not on file to verify completion of First aid training for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025, and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. .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. Documentation was not on file to verify completion of CPR training for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025 and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Valid qualification letters were not on file for three employees and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. The substitute (C. Nixon) in Space #3 was observed consuming Pepsi soda in the presence of children. .0901(i) 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 required ABCMS training was not completed G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 24, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Keshia Hayward, Child Care Consultant PO Box 13 Ahoskie, NC 27901 Keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/GUIDANCE: CPR/FIRST AID: Documentation verifying completion of First Aid and CPR was not on file for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025 and one substitute reported working more than ninety days. You stated that you believed only a percentage of staff were required to complete first aid and CPR. I explained that First aid/CPR training is required for all staff working directly with children, including substitutes, within 90 days of employment. Please ensure the training is scheduled and completed through an approved agency. Also, documentation verifying completion of the training from the instructor or governing agency must be received and placed on file. Be reminded online CPR/First aid training is not permitted. QUALIFICATION LETTERS: Valid qualification letters were not on file for two employees, and one substitutes working in the NC Pre-K program. I informed you that qualification letters must be on file and available for review at the program site. You stated the documents are kept at the central office and are provided as needed. I advised you to retrieve copies of the qualification letters from staff or the central office, so they are available on-site during monitoring visit. During the visit, you retrieved a copy of the qualification letter for the substitute. We discussed the option of substitute having mobile file to bring when they work at the facility. This will ensure all required documentation is onsite and available for review. I provided you with a copy of the substitute file checklist during the visit. ABCMS TRAINING: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on 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 me for assistance. DAILY SCHEDULES: A daily schedule was not posted or available in Space #3 during my observation. The substitutes working in the classroom could not find a copy to provided. You printed a copy of your schedule and posted it in Space #3 during the visit. Be reminded a daily schedule must be posted for each group of children served. QRIS CONVERSTAION: You requested that I speak with the NC Pre-K Coordinator regarding the QRIS transition and process. I informed you contact would be made to schedule a time to complete the conversation and discuss plans for your program. SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY: North Carolina General Statute 14-208 requires sex offenders to register with the North Carolina Department of Justice. The law states that a sex offender shall not knowingly reside within 1,000 feet of the property on which any public or nonpublic school or child care center is located. This does not apply to child care centers that are located on or within 1,000 feet of property of an institution of higher education where the registrant is a student or is employed. All licensed child care centers must register to receive e-mail notification when a registered sex offender moves within a one-mile radius of the center. (§14-208.19) To register for the e-mail notification, go to http://sexoffender.ncsbi.gov. If you have any questions, please contact your local sheriff's department. NCID CREDENTIALS: Please remember to use your NCID credential periodically to prevent your user ID and password from becoming inactive. If your NCID credentials are not used within a twelve (12) to fifteen (15) month period, access to your account may be restricted due to inactivity. To avoid disruption, it is strongly recommended that you schedule regular logins to ensure your credentials remain active and valid. RAISE NC NEWSLETTER: The Raise NC Newsletter, sent directly to providers via email, contains valuable and up-to-date information about important updates and changes within the child care sector in North Carolina. I encourage you to set aside time to read each issue upon receipt to ensure you remain informed and updated on the latest developments, resources and guidance impacting child care programs. Staying connected helps support quality child care and compliance across the state. NEW OFFICE LOCATION: The North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services, including the Division of Child Development and Early Education, has moved to a new location. The DCDEE mailing address will remain at 2201 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2200. If you are visiting the new building, the paid parking deck for our headquarters is immediately beside the building at 1910 Human Services Lane. All guests will check in at the front desk and be escorted by a DHHS staff member to the appropriate floor for their meeting. Getting Here: For GPS and map apps, use 3905 Reedy Creek Rd, Raleigh NC 27607 to get directions. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. I am available to provided a meeting for technical assistance with the child care requirement upon your request. The Tyrell-Washington Partnership for Children/Child Care resource & Referral is available to provide resources and information, training opportunities, and technical assistance on child care issues. Their phone number is 252-793-5437 or check out their website at www.twpfc.org. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Keshia Hayward, Child Care Consultant, 252,214-2709, or email, keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252-373-4199 or email jennifer.linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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: WASHINGTON COUNTY NCPK Facility ID: 94000137 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/10/2025 Number Present: 51 Completed Date: 12/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 305 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in three spaces, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. S. Ridenour, Lead Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued February 20, 2025, earning 7 points in the education component, 2 points in the program standards component and 1 quality point for seventy-five percent of lead teachers and teachers having at least ten years documented early childhood work experience that can be verified by the DCDEE. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum (Creative Curriculum) as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. This is the program’s first annual compliance. The sanitation inspection was completed February 14, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted January 7, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. I visited each space indoors and outdoor play area. Children engaged in morning routines, completing toileting and hand washing routines, free choice play in various activity areas, and interacting with teachers. Proper hand washing techniques and diaper changing procedures were observed. Breakfast and lunch were observed during today’s visit. Breakfast consisted of chicken biscuits, craisins and milk and lunch consisted of Teriyaki beef tips, mixed rice, broccoli, pears, and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was not reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, S. Ridenour, T. Sykes, and K. Speller and teachers, S. Smalls, Benton, C. Jones, D. Ambrose. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. Brigance assessments were completed in the six files reviewed today. Health assessments included the required screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. Checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. The first day of school was 9-2-25. The classroom operates from 8:25 am to 3:45 pm. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that the program uses daily communication folders, school all-calls and the reminder app to communicate with parents. The program has not completed the environment rating scale assessment. The program is licensed for four NC Pre-K classrooms; however, one classroom is currently not being used. You reported the space is being utilized by kindergarten. COMPLIANCE HISTORY SCORE: The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-four percent as of December 10, 2025. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the email address and mailing address listed on the facility profile are correct. You stated the telephone number needs to be updated. I explained written documentation must be submitted formally requesting the change. The written documentation should include the new telephone number for your program. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. The following violations were documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in Space #3. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The black border enclosing the surfacing around the play equipment on the playground was cracked, creating an opening where children's fingers could be stuck. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(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. Documentation was not on file to verify completion of First aid training for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025, and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. .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. Documentation was not on file to verify completion of CPR training for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025 and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Valid qualification letters were not on file for three employees and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. The substitute (C. Nixon) in Space #3 was observed consuming Pepsi soda in the presence of children. .0901(i) 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 required ABCMS training was not completed G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 24, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Keshia Hayward, Child Care Consultant PO Box 13 Ahoskie, NC 27901 Keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/GUIDANCE: CPR/FIRST AID: Documentation verifying completion of First Aid and CPR was not on file for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025 and one substitute reported working more than ninety days. You stated that you believed only a percentage of staff were required to complete first aid and CPR. I explained that First aid/CPR training is required for all staff working directly with children, including substitutes, within 90 days of employment. Please ensure the training is scheduled and completed through an approved agency. Also, documentation verifying completion of the training from the instructor or governing agency must be received and placed on file. Be reminded online CPR/First aid training is not permitted. QUALIFICATION LETTERS: Valid qualification letters were not on file for two employees, and one substitutes working in the NC Pre-K program. I informed you that qualification letters must be on file and available for review at the program site. You stated the documents are kept at the central office and are provided as needed. I advised you to retrieve copies of the qualification letters from staff or the central office, so they are available on-site during monitoring visit. During the visit, you retrieved a copy of the qualification letter for the substitute. We discussed the option of substitute having mobile file to bring when they work at the facility. This will ensure all required documentation is onsite and available for review. I provided you with a copy of the substitute file checklist during the visit. ABCMS TRAINING: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on 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 me for assistance. DAILY SCHEDULES: A daily schedule was not posted or available in Space #3 during my observation. The substitutes working in the classroom could not find a copy to provided. You printed a copy of your schedule and posted it in Space #3 during the visit. Be reminded a daily schedule must be posted for each group of children served. QRIS CONVERSTAION: You requested that I speak with the NC Pre-K Coordinator regarding the QRIS transition and process. I informed you contact would be made to schedule a time to complete the conversation and discuss plans for your program. SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY: North Carolina General Statute 14-208 requires sex offenders to register with the North Carolina Department of Justice. The law states that a sex offender shall not knowingly reside within 1,000 feet of the property on which any public or nonpublic school or child care center is located. This does not apply to child care centers that are located on or within 1,000 feet of property of an institution of higher education where the registrant is a student or is employed. All licensed child care centers must register to receive e-mail notification when a registered sex offender moves within a one-mile radius of the center. (§14-208.19) To register for the e-mail notification, go to http://sexoffender.ncsbi.gov. If you have any questions, please contact your local sheriff's department. NCID CREDENTIALS: Please remember to use your NCID credential periodically to prevent your user ID and password from becoming inactive. If your NCID credentials are not used within a twelve (12) to fifteen (15) month period, access to your account may be restricted due to inactivity. To avoid disruption, it is strongly recommended that you schedule regular logins to ensure your credentials remain active and valid. RAISE NC NEWSLETTER: The Raise NC Newsletter, sent directly to providers via email, contains valuable and up-to-date information about important updates and changes within the child care sector in North Carolina. I encourage you to set aside time to read each issue upon receipt to ensure you remain informed and updated on the latest developments, resources and guidance impacting child care programs. Staying connected helps support quality child care and compliance across the state. NEW OFFICE LOCATION: The North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services, including the Division of Child Development and Early Education, has moved to a new location. The DCDEE mailing address will remain at 2201 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2200. If you are visiting the new building, the paid parking deck for our headquarters is immediately beside the building at 1910 Human Services Lane. All guests will check in at the front desk and be escorted by a DHHS staff member to the appropriate floor for their meeting. Getting Here: For GPS and map apps, use 3905 Reedy Creek Rd, Raleigh NC 27607 to get directions. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. I am available to provided a meeting for technical assistance with the child care requirement upon your request. The Tyrell-Washington Partnership for Children/Child Care resource & Referral is available to provide resources and information, training opportunities, and technical assistance on child care issues. Their phone number is 252-793-5437 or check out their website at www.twpfc.org. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Keshia Hayward, Child Care Consultant, 252,214-2709, or email, keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252-373-4199 or email jennifer.linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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: WASHINGTON COUNTY NCPK Facility ID: 94000137 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/10/2025 Number Present: 51 Completed Date: 12/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 305 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in three spaces, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. S. Ridenour, Lead Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued February 20, 2025, earning 7 points in the education component, 2 points in the program standards component and 1 quality point for seventy-five percent of lead teachers and teachers having at least ten years documented early childhood work experience that can be verified by the DCDEE. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum (Creative Curriculum) as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. This is the program’s first annual compliance. The sanitation inspection was completed February 14, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted January 7, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. I visited each space indoors and outdoor play area. Children engaged in morning routines, completing toileting and hand washing routines, free choice play in various activity areas, and interacting with teachers. Proper hand washing techniques and diaper changing procedures were observed. Breakfast and lunch were observed during today’s visit. Breakfast consisted of chicken biscuits, craisins and milk and lunch consisted of Teriyaki beef tips, mixed rice, broccoli, pears, and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was not reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, S. Ridenour, T. Sykes, and K. Speller and teachers, S. Smalls, Benton, C. Jones, D. Ambrose. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. Brigance assessments were completed in the six files reviewed today. Health assessments included the required screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. Checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. The first day of school was 9-2-25. The classroom operates from 8:25 am to 3:45 pm. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that the program uses daily communication folders, school all-calls and the reminder app to communicate with parents. The program has not completed the environment rating scale assessment. The program is licensed for four NC Pre-K classrooms; however, one classroom is currently not being used. You reported the space is being utilized by kindergarten. COMPLIANCE HISTORY SCORE: The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-four percent as of December 10, 2025. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the email address and mailing address listed on the facility profile are correct. You stated the telephone number needs to be updated. I explained written documentation must be submitted formally requesting the change. The written documentation should include the new telephone number for your program. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. The following violations were documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in Space #3. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The black border enclosing the surfacing around the play equipment on the playground was cracked, creating an opening where children's fingers could be stuck. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(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. Documentation was not on file to verify completion of First aid training for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025, and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. .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. Documentation was not on file to verify completion of CPR training for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025 and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Valid qualification letters were not on file for three employees and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. The substitute (C. Nixon) in Space #3 was observed consuming Pepsi soda in the presence of children. .0901(i) 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 required ABCMS training was not completed G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 24, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Keshia Hayward, Child Care Consultant PO Box 13 Ahoskie, NC 27901 Keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/GUIDANCE: CPR/FIRST AID: Documentation verifying completion of First Aid and CPR was not on file for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025 and one substitute reported working more than ninety days. You stated that you believed only a percentage of staff were required to complete first aid and CPR. I explained that First aid/CPR training is required for all staff working directly with children, including substitutes, within 90 days of employment. Please ensure the training is scheduled and completed through an approved agency. Also, documentation verifying completion of the training from the instructor or governing agency must be received and placed on file. Be reminded online CPR/First aid training is not permitted. QUALIFICATION LETTERS: Valid qualification letters were not on file for two employees, and one substitutes working in the NC Pre-K program. I informed you that qualification letters must be on file and available for review at the program site. You stated the documents are kept at the central office and are provided as needed. I advised you to retrieve copies of the qualification letters from staff or the central office, so they are available on-site during monitoring visit. During the visit, you retrieved a copy of the qualification letter for the substitute. We discussed the option of substitute having mobile file to bring when they work at the facility. This will ensure all required documentation is onsite and available for review. I provided you with a copy of the substitute file checklist during the visit. ABCMS TRAINING: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on 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 me for assistance. DAILY SCHEDULES: A daily schedule was not posted or available in Space #3 during my observation. The substitutes working in the classroom could not find a copy to provided. You printed a copy of your schedule and posted it in Space #3 during the visit. Be reminded a daily schedule must be posted for each group of children served. QRIS CONVERSTAION: You requested that I speak with the NC Pre-K Coordinator regarding the QRIS transition and process. I informed you contact would be made to schedule a time to complete the conversation and discuss plans for your program. SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY: North Carolina General Statute 14-208 requires sex offenders to register with the North Carolina Department of Justice. The law states that a sex offender shall not knowingly reside within 1,000 feet of the property on which any public or nonpublic school or child care center is located. This does not apply to child care centers that are located on or within 1,000 feet of property of an institution of higher education where the registrant is a student or is employed. All licensed child care centers must register to receive e-mail notification when a registered sex offender moves within a one-mile radius of the center. (§14-208.19) To register for the e-mail notification, go to http://sexoffender.ncsbi.gov. If you have any questions, please contact your local sheriff's department. NCID CREDENTIALS: Please remember to use your NCID credential periodically to prevent your user ID and password from becoming inactive. If your NCID credentials are not used within a twelve (12) to fifteen (15) month period, access to your account may be restricted due to inactivity. To avoid disruption, it is strongly recommended that you schedule regular logins to ensure your credentials remain active and valid. RAISE NC NEWSLETTER: The Raise NC Newsletter, sent directly to providers via email, contains valuable and up-to-date information about important updates and changes within the child care sector in North Carolina. I encourage you to set aside time to read each issue upon receipt to ensure you remain informed and updated on the latest developments, resources and guidance impacting child care programs. Staying connected helps support quality child care and compliance across the state. NEW OFFICE LOCATION: The North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services, including the Division of Child Development and Early Education, has moved to a new location. The DCDEE mailing address will remain at 2201 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2200. If you are visiting the new building, the paid parking deck for our headquarters is immediately beside the building at 1910 Human Services Lane. All guests will check in at the front desk and be escorted by a DHHS staff member to the appropriate floor for their meeting. Getting Here: For GPS and map apps, use 3905 Reedy Creek Rd, Raleigh NC 27607 to get directions. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. I am available to provided a meeting for technical assistance with the child care requirement upon your request. The Tyrell-Washington Partnership for Children/Child Care resource & Referral is available to provide resources and information, training opportunities, and technical assistance on child care issues. Their phone number is 252-793-5437 or check out their website at www.twpfc.org. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Keshia Hayward, Child Care Consultant, 252,214-2709, or email, keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252-373-4199 or email jennifer.linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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: WASHINGTON COUNTY NCPK Facility ID: 94000137 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/10/2025 Number Present: 51 Completed Date: 12/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 305 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in three spaces, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. S. Ridenour, Lead Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued February 20, 2025, earning 7 points in the education component, 2 points in the program standards component and 1 quality point for seventy-five percent of lead teachers and teachers having at least ten years documented early childhood work experience that can be verified by the DCDEE. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum (Creative Curriculum) as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. This is the program’s first annual compliance. The sanitation inspection was completed February 14, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted January 7, 2025, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. I visited each space indoors and outdoor play area. Children engaged in morning routines, completing toileting and hand washing routines, free choice play in various activity areas, and interacting with teachers. Proper hand washing techniques and diaper changing procedures were observed. Breakfast and lunch were observed during today’s visit. Breakfast consisted of chicken biscuits, craisins and milk and lunch consisted of Teriyaki beef tips, mixed rice, broccoli, pears, and milk. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was not reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC Pre-K staff are lead teachers, S. Ridenour, T. Sykes, and K. Speller and teachers, S. Smalls, Benton, C. Jones, D. Ambrose. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. Brigance assessments were completed in the six files reviewed today. Health assessments included the required screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. Checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. The first day of school was 9-2-25. The classroom operates from 8:25 am to 3:45 pm. Parent conferences are held three times per year. You stated that the program uses daily communication folders, school all-calls and the reminder app to communicate with parents. The program has not completed the environment rating scale assessment. The program is licensed for four NC Pre-K classrooms; however, one classroom is currently not being used. You reported the space is being utilized by kindergarten. COMPLIANCE HISTORY SCORE: The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-four percent as of December 10, 2025. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the email address and mailing address listed on the facility profile are correct. You stated the telephone number needs to be updated. I explained written documentation must be submitted formally requesting the change. The written documentation should include the new telephone number for your program. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. The following violations were documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in Space #3. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The black border enclosing the surfacing around the play equipment on the playground was cracked, creating an opening where children's fingers could be stuck. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(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. Documentation was not on file to verify completion of First aid training for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025, and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. .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. Documentation was not on file to verify completion of CPR training for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025 and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Valid qualification letters were not on file for three employees and a substitute reported working with the program for more than 90 days. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. The substitute (C. Nixon) in Space #3 was observed consuming Pepsi soda in the presence of children. .0901(i) 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 required ABCMS training was not completed G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 24, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Keshia Hayward, Child Care Consultant PO Box 13 Ahoskie, NC 27901 Keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/GUIDANCE: CPR/FIRST AID: Documentation verifying completion of First Aid and CPR was not on file for one employee with a documented hire date of August 2025 and one substitute reported working more than ninety days. You stated that you believed only a percentage of staff were required to complete first aid and CPR. I explained that First aid/CPR training is required for all staff working directly with children, including substitutes, within 90 days of employment. Please ensure the training is scheduled and completed through an approved agency. Also, documentation verifying completion of the training from the instructor or governing agency must be received and placed on file. Be reminded online CPR/First aid training is not permitted. QUALIFICATION LETTERS: Valid qualification letters were not on file for two employees, and one substitutes working in the NC Pre-K program. I informed you that qualification letters must be on file and available for review at the program site. You stated the documents are kept at the central office and are provided as needed. I advised you to retrieve copies of the qualification letters from staff or the central office, so they are available on-site during monitoring visit. During the visit, you retrieved a copy of the qualification letter for the substitute. We discussed the option of substitute having mobile file to bring when they work at the facility. This will ensure all required documentation is onsite and available for review. I provided you with a copy of the substitute file checklist during the visit. ABCMS TRAINING: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on 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 me for assistance. DAILY SCHEDULES: A daily schedule was not posted or available in Space #3 during my observation. The substitutes working in the classroom could not find a copy to provided. You printed a copy of your schedule and posted it in Space #3 during the visit. Be reminded a daily schedule must be posted for each group of children served. QRIS CONVERSTAION: You requested that I speak with the NC Pre-K Coordinator regarding the QRIS transition and process. I informed you contact would be made to schedule a time to complete the conversation and discuss plans for your program. SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY: North Carolina General Statute 14-208 requires sex offenders to register with the North Carolina Department of Justice. The law states that a sex offender shall not knowingly reside within 1,000 feet of the property on which any public or nonpublic school or child care center is located. This does not apply to child care centers that are located on or within 1,000 feet of property of an institution of higher education where the registrant is a student or is employed. All licensed child care centers must register to receive e-mail notification when a registered sex offender moves within a one-mile radius of the center. (§14-208.19) To register for the e-mail notification, go to http://sexoffender.ncsbi.gov. If you have any questions, please contact your local sheriff's department. NCID CREDENTIALS: Please remember to use your NCID credential periodically to prevent your user ID and password from becoming inactive. If your NCID credentials are not used within a twelve (12) to fifteen (15) month period, access to your account may be restricted due to inactivity. To avoid disruption, it is strongly recommended that you schedule regular logins to ensure your credentials remain active and valid. RAISE NC NEWSLETTER: The Raise NC Newsletter, sent directly to providers via email, contains valuable and up-to-date information about important updates and changes within the child care sector in North Carolina. I encourage you to set aside time to read each issue upon receipt to ensure you remain informed and updated on the latest developments, resources and guidance impacting child care programs. Staying connected helps support quality child care and compliance across the state. NEW OFFICE LOCATION: The North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services, including the Division of Child Development and Early Education, has moved to a new location. The DCDEE mailing address will remain at 2201 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2200. If you are visiting the new building, the paid parking deck for our headquarters is immediately beside the building at 1910 Human Services Lane. All guests will check in at the front desk and be escorted by a DHHS staff member to the appropriate floor for their meeting. Getting Here: For GPS and map apps, use 3905 Reedy Creek Rd, Raleigh NC 27607 to get directions. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. I am available to provided a meeting for technical assistance with the child care requirement upon your request. The Tyrell-Washington Partnership for Children/Child Care resource & Referral is available to provide resources and information, training opportunities, and technical assistance on child care issues. Their phone number is 252-793-5437 or check out their website at www.twpfc.org. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Keshia Hayward, Child Care Consultant, 252,214-2709, or email, keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252-373-4199 or email jennifer.linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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: WASHINGTON COUNTY NCPK Facility ID: 94000137 Consultant: BRITTANY JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/12/2025 Number Present: 46 Completed Date: 5/12/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. S. Ridenour, Lead Teacher, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued 2/20/25, earning 7 points in the education component, 2 points in the program standards component and 1 quality point for 75% of teachers who have an AAS or higher in ECE/CD. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 2/17/25. The sanitation inspection was completed on 1/6/25 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/7/25. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety one percent as of 5/9/25. This facility is owned by Washington County Schools. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, and personal care routines. Children in space #1 were creating butterfly crafts with stickers and stamps. Children in space #2 and space #3 were observed in the outdoor space riding bikes and climbing on the stationary structure. All children transitioned to the cafeteria to eat lunch. The outdoor space was observed to have a stationary climber, picnic table, riding toys, and balls for the children to engage in gross motor activities. Lunch was observed and consisted of hotdogs on buns, sweet potato fries, baked beans, pears, and milk. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. A child enrolled in space #2 left the outdoor space to go to the bathroom located in the classroom while a staff member stayed in the outdoor space with the door open. The full door to the bathroom was closed so the child was not able to be seen or heard. .1801(a)(1-5) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. A child enrolled in space #2 had a Ventolin HFA inhaler on file with written permission from the parent that expired 3/24/25. .0803(12) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 5/26/25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Brittany Jones, Child Care Consultant PO Box 3272 New Bern, NC 28564 Brittany.j.jones@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance with Violations: Supervision: Adequate supervision of children is essential to keep children safe from accidents and injuries. Staff must remain with the children assigned to them at all times. Leaving a child or a group of children alone is unacceptable. Younger children need closer supervision to remain safe. Active supervision requires focused attention and intentional observation of children at all times. Caregivers/teachers position themselves so that they can observe all of the children: watching, counting, and listening at all times. Supervision is directly tied to safety and the prevention of injury and maintaining quality child care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. A child enrolled in space #2 left the outdoor space to go to the bathroom located in the classroom while a staff member stayed in the outdoor space with the door open. The full door to the bathroom was closed so the child was not able to be seen or heard. We discussed when children need to use the restroom, children must accompany the teacher so that the staff members remain in ratio in the outdoor and indoor space, or another teacher needs to be called to come stand in the outdoor space or accompany the child. We discussed that staff members are inside or outside and cannot straddle the door to maintain supervision and ratio. You stated that there is usually a floater that can be used for assistance. Ensure that staff members know to contact someone for assistance when needed and that they must maintain ratios and supervision while children come inside to complete personal care routines. Medication: Medicines can be crucial to the health and wellness of children. They can also be very dangerous if the wrong type or wrong amount is given to the wrong person or at the wrong time. A medical action plan is required for children that need emergency medication, the form needs to be completed by the parent or a health care professional. All medications for children present at the center must have a current, completed medication permission form even if there is a Medical Action Plan. Medication permission forms are valid for a defined length of time and must be updated, if needed. A child enrolled in space #2 had a Ventolin HFA inhaler on file with written permission from the parent that expired 3/24/25. You stated that you had given a permission form for the inhaler but did not receive it from the parent. We discussed adding a reminder in a digital calendar to will remind you in advance of the permission form expiration date and a second reminder when you give the parent to form to ensure that you receive it. Check medications frequently and consider adding checking medications to your monthly checklists. Additional Comments: Natural Learning Initiative: https://naturalearning.org/resources/ Resources are created, often in collaboration with the Natural Learning Initiative’s interdisciplinary partners, to support technical assistance, professional development, and generally to promote the importance of the natural environment in the daily experience of all children. North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project: NCRLAP’s mission is to promote the quality of child care by consistently and reliably assessing environments for the North Carolina Star Rated License. We collaborate with professionals in the early childhood education field to foster the development and learning of young children. The website ncrlap.org offers resources, trainings, videos, worksheets, and getting ready for ECERS-3. The Tyrrell-Washington Partnership for Children / Child Care Resource and Referral is also able to provide you with resources and information, training opportunities, and technical assistance on child care issues. Their phone number is (252) 793-5437 or check out their website at www.twpfc.org. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Brittany Jones, Child Care Consultant, (252) 947-1036, Brittany.j.jones@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, Jennifer.Linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: WASHINGTON COUNTY NCPK Facility ID: 94000137 Consultant: TAMARIA WILLIAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2025 Number Present: 53 Completed Date: 2/17/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with all applicable child care requirements during this temporary time period visit. This facility was issued a temporary license effective 1/13/2025-7/13/2025. Both indoor and outdoor learning environments, staff and a sampling of children’s files, and other required program records were monitored. Four groups of children were present during today’s visit. Children throughout the center were engaged in free play. Developmentally appropriate toys were available on low-lying open shelves. Children transitioned to personal care routines to prepare for lunch. Lunch was served and consisted of hotdogs, baked beans, applesauce, and milk. Fire Inspection: 1/7/2025 Sanitation Inspection: 1/6/2025 This facility owner Washington County Schools and is registered as current/active on the Secretary of State’s website. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Outlets in the unlocked storage barns located on the playground did not have safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space three(3) an aerosol can of Equate shaving cream was stored in the unlocked cabinet above the sink. .2820(b) Child Care Licensing Requirements are established to ensure a safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate environment for all child care facilities. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all licensing requirements that apply to your facility. 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. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website. Technical Assistance: Approximately 2,400 children are injured annually by inserting objects into the slots of electrical outlets. Outlets in the unlocked storage barns located on the playground did not have safety covers. All electrical outlets not in use that are in areas accessible to children must be protected with an outlet cover. This includes unused outlets on power strips. This violation was corrected during the visit. Storage of Hazardous Materials – Following the enhanced cleaning and sanitizing requirements is extremely important during this cold and flu season, however, having these items available for quick and easy use can lead to improper storage. Ensure that staff are keeping items that are not required to be locked, a minimum of 5 feet above the floor and out of reach of children. Aerosol cans must be under locked storage In space three(3) an aerosol can of Equate shaving cream was stored in the unlocked cabinet above the sink. Take a fresh look at where and how these items are stored to make them quick and easy to access when needed but still maintain the safety of the children in care. Refer to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) website for more information on best practice. This violation was corrected during the visit. Reminders: Linking Criminal Background Checks – Staff need to log into the Criminal Background Check Portal on the DCDEE website and link to the facility license number #94000113. It is important to do this so staff at DCDEE can contact the center if a random criminal history check uncovers a staff member with a criminal charge or conviction working in a child care facility. It is also a way to for staff at the CBC Unit to keep you apprised of the status of out-of-state checks if a new employee has a Provisional Qualification. Instructions on how to link to the facility was provided today. In the future, new staff need to link within five days of hire or transfer to your center. Review Criminal History Record Check Requirements for Child Care Centers in the NC Child Care Requirements 10A NCAC 09 .2703. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me, Tamaria Williams, Child Care Consultant at 252-508-5621 or Tamaria.Williams@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-4199 or jennifer.linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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 .2703 · Violation

Name of Operation: WASHINGTON COUNTY NCPK Facility ID: 94000137 Consultant: TAMARIA WILLIAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2025 Number Present: 53 Completed Date: 2/17/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with all applicable child care requirements during this temporary time period visit. This facility was issued a temporary license effective 1/13/2025-7/13/2025. Both indoor and outdoor learning environments, staff and a sampling of children’s files, and other required program records were monitored. Four groups of children were present during today’s visit. Children throughout the center were engaged in free play. Developmentally appropriate toys were available on low-lying open shelves. Children transitioned to personal care routines to prepare for lunch. Lunch was served and consisted of hotdogs, baked beans, applesauce, and milk. Fire Inspection: 1/7/2025 Sanitation Inspection: 1/6/2025 This facility owner Washington County Schools and is registered as current/active on the Secretary of State’s website. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Outlets in the unlocked storage barns located on the playground did not have safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space three(3) an aerosol can of Equate shaving cream was stored in the unlocked cabinet above the sink. .2820(b) Child Care Licensing Requirements are established to ensure a safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate environment for all child care facilities. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all licensing requirements that apply to your facility. 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. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website. Technical Assistance: Approximately 2,400 children are injured annually by inserting objects into the slots of electrical outlets. Outlets in the unlocked storage barns located on the playground did not have safety covers. All electrical outlets not in use that are in areas accessible to children must be protected with an outlet cover. This includes unused outlets on power strips. This violation was corrected during the visit. Storage of Hazardous Materials – Following the enhanced cleaning and sanitizing requirements is extremely important during this cold and flu season, however, having these items available for quick and easy use can lead to improper storage. Ensure that staff are keeping items that are not required to be locked, a minimum of 5 feet above the floor and out of reach of children. Aerosol cans must be under locked storage In space three(3) an aerosol can of Equate shaving cream was stored in the unlocked cabinet above the sink. Take a fresh look at where and how these items are stored to make them quick and easy to access when needed but still maintain the safety of the children in care. Refer to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) website for more information on best practice. This violation was corrected during the visit. Reminders: Linking Criminal Background Checks – Staff need to log into the Criminal Background Check Portal on the DCDEE website and link to the facility license number #94000113. It is important to do this so staff at DCDEE can contact the center if a random criminal history check uncovers a staff member with a criminal charge or conviction working in a child care facility. It is also a way to for staff at the CBC Unit to keep you apprised of the status of out-of-state checks if a new employee has a Provisional Qualification. Instructions on how to link to the facility was provided today. In the future, new staff need to link within five days of hire or transfer to your center. Review Criminal History Record Check Requirements for Child Care Centers in the NC Child Care Requirements 10A NCAC 09 .2703. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me, Tamaria Williams, Child Care Consultant at 252-508-5621 or Tamaria.Williams@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-4199 or jennifer.linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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: WASHINGTON COUNTY NCPK Facility ID: 94000137 Consultant: TAMARIA WILLIAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2025 Number Present: 53 Completed Date: 2/17/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with all applicable child care requirements during this temporary time period visit. This facility was issued a temporary license effective 1/13/2025-7/13/2025. Both indoor and outdoor learning environments, staff and a sampling of children’s files, and other required program records were monitored. Four groups of children were present during today’s visit. Children throughout the center were engaged in free play. Developmentally appropriate toys were available on low-lying open shelves. Children transitioned to personal care routines to prepare for lunch. Lunch was served and consisted of hotdogs, baked beans, applesauce, and milk. Fire Inspection: 1/7/2025 Sanitation Inspection: 1/6/2025 This facility owner Washington County Schools and is registered as current/active on the Secretary of State’s website. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Outlets in the unlocked storage barns located on the playground did not have safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space three(3) an aerosol can of Equate shaving cream was stored in the unlocked cabinet above the sink. .2820(b) Child Care Licensing Requirements are established to ensure a safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate environment for all child care facilities. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all licensing requirements that apply to your facility. 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. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website. Technical Assistance: Approximately 2,400 children are injured annually by inserting objects into the slots of electrical outlets. Outlets in the unlocked storage barns located on the playground did not have safety covers. All electrical outlets not in use that are in areas accessible to children must be protected with an outlet cover. This includes unused outlets on power strips. This violation was corrected during the visit. Storage of Hazardous Materials – Following the enhanced cleaning and sanitizing requirements is extremely important during this cold and flu season, however, having these items available for quick and easy use can lead to improper storage. Ensure that staff are keeping items that are not required to be locked, a minimum of 5 feet above the floor and out of reach of children. Aerosol cans must be under locked storage In space three(3) an aerosol can of Equate shaving cream was stored in the unlocked cabinet above the sink. Take a fresh look at where and how these items are stored to make them quick and easy to access when needed but still maintain the safety of the children in care. Refer to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) website for more information on best practice. This violation was corrected during the visit. Reminders: Linking Criminal Background Checks – Staff need to log into the Criminal Background Check Portal on the DCDEE website and link to the facility license number #94000113. It is important to do this so staff at DCDEE can contact the center if a random criminal history check uncovers a staff member with a criminal charge or conviction working in a child care facility. It is also a way to for staff at the CBC Unit to keep you apprised of the status of out-of-state checks if a new employee has a Provisional Qualification. Instructions on how to link to the facility was provided today. In the future, new staff need to link within five days of hire or transfer to your center. Review Criminal History Record Check Requirements for Child Care Centers in the NC Child Care Requirements 10A NCAC 09 .2703. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me, Tamaria Williams, Child Care Consultant at 252-508-5621 or Tamaria.Williams@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-4199 or jennifer.linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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