Hodgestown Lifetime Learning Center

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: HODGESTOWN LIFETIME LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 42000111 Consultant: MARQUITTA HOLLOMAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/25/2025 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/26/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 205 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Compliance Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced annual compliance follow up visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. An annual compliance visit was conducted on September 16, 2025. Violations of child care requirements were documented during the visit. Y. Manley, was present available to assist. Thirty-one (31) children were present during the visit. All staff interacted with children in a positive manner. A walk-through of the facility was conducted. Each classroom and indoor space were observed. Children were observed during free choice activities, teacher directed activities, and during outdoor play. Violations were documented during the annual compliance visit on September 16, 2025. Staff child ratio was observed out of compliance and required a follow-up visit. Today staff child ratio was observed still out of compliance. This is a repeat violation. The compliance letter has not been received; however, the facility has until September 30, 2025, to submit. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 1775 NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One (1) staff member was left in the classroom with eleven (11) children. This is a repeat violation. .3009 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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before October 9, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is accurate documentation. If any information provided in the letter is not accurate, 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: Marquitta Holloman, Child Care Consultant PO Box 644 Murfreesboro, NC 27855 marquitta.holloman@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. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, this facility had a compliance score of 88%. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION Repeated violations may warrant administrative actions. If a decision is made to issue an Administrative Action, you will receive information in the mail. For more information regarding the issuance of Administrative Actions please review the North Carolina Child Care Rules regarding Administrative Actions (section .2200). If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-370-0207 or marquitta.holloman@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: HODGESTOWN LIFETIME LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 42000111 Consultant: MARQUITTA HOLLOMAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/16/2025 Number Present: 25 Completed Date: 9/16/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor this child care program for applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. This facility currently operates with a Five Star Center License issued July 30, 2020. The most current fire inspection completed was on May 28, 2025. The most current sanitation inspection was completed on September 11, 2024 earning a "Provisional" classification. The last annual compliance visit was conducted at this center was completed October 24, 2024. Y. Manley, Office Manager was present and assisted with today's visit. Twenty-five (25) children were observed in care, ranging from zero (0) to four (4) years of age. Children were observed participating in free choice play activities, teacher directed activities, preparing for outdoor play, and completing handwashing and toileting routines. This facility participates in the NC PreK program. The monitoring tool was observed. Transportation requirements were monitored and in compliance. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. Ten percent of staff records and ten percent of children’s records, and all program records were monitored. Four (4) violations were documented for staff record keeping, two (2) violations were documented for children’s record keeping, three (3) violations were documented for program record keeping. One (1) violation for the outdoor play area, and one (1) violation was documented for NC Pre K requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented today. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The center’s most current sanitation inspection was completed on 9/11/2024 and yielded a “Provisional” result. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The fencing at the back of the outdoor play area, serving the preschool children, was damaged and broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The center’s last playground inspection was recorded on 6/23/2025. Playground inspections for July and August 2025 were not on file for review. .0605(q) 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. C. Vincent and D. Fenner did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. The training for C. Vincent was also completed by an unapproved trainer. .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. C. Vincent and D. Fenner did not successfully complete certification in CPR appropriate to the age of children in care. The training for C. Vincent was also completed by an unapproved trainer. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. All staff records monitored did not have an updated annual professional development plan nor staff evaluation completed. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1775 NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. Staff/child ratios were not in compliance, in the classroom that serves the NC Pre K children. One staff member was in the classroom alone, with thirteen children. .3009 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. T. Kearney did not have documentation of completing the annual review of the center’s Emergency Preparedness and Response plan, on file for review. This was corrected during the visit. .0607(e) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. A Medical action plan was not on record for A. Evans. .0801(b) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. D. Fenner did not have signed documentation of the Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy, on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A medication authorization was not on record for A. Evans. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 30, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is accurate documentation. If any information provided in the letter is not accurate, 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: Marquitta Holloman, Child Care Consultant PO Box 644 Murfreesboro, NC 27855 marquitta.holloman@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. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, this facility has maintained an 18-month compliance score of 92%. A copy of the most current compliance history score was printed and left with you at the conclusion of the visit. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/ CONSULTATION STAFF RECORD KEEPING C. Vincent and D. Fenner did not successfully complete certification in First Aid and CPR appropriate to the age of children in care. The training for C. Vincent was also completed by an unapproved trainer. All staff records monitored did not have an updated annual professional development plan nor staff evaluation completed. T. Kearney did not have documentation of completing the annual review of the center’s Emergency Preparedness and Response plan, on file for review. This was corrected during the visit. PROGRAM RECORD KEEPING D. Fenner did not have signed documentation of the Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy, on file for review. The center’s last playground inspection was recorded on 6/23/2025. Playground inspections for July and August 2025 were not on file for review. The center’s most current sanitation inspection was completed on 9/11/2024 and yielded a “Provisional” result. CHILDREN’S RECORD KEEPING A Medical action plan and medication authorization was not on record for A. Evans. OUTDOOR AREA EQUIPMENT The fencing at the back of the outdoor play area, serving the preschool children, was damaged and broken. You stated a tree had fallen on the fence and caused the damage. NC PRE-K Staff/child ratios were not in compliance, in the classroom that serves the NC Pre K children. One staff member was in the classroom alone, with thirteen children. Another staff member arrived later to help in the classroom. RESOURCES The Division of Child Development and Early Education's (DCDEE) website is https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Visit this website for the most up-to-date child care forms, resources related to child care, and new child care rules/laws. STAR RATED LICENSE Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. This should be the providers’ choice only. We discussed the pathway options and I encouraged you to look at the differences on the pathways to determine which one may fit your program better. You can learn more about the pathways by visiting https://www.ncrlap.org/ and at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization RECALLED ITEMS You can visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website at www.cpsc.gov for more information on recently recalled items. CONTACTS o Halifax-Warren Smart Start www.hwss.org (252) 537-5621 o I encourage you to contact Kathy Vick, Child Care Health Consultant, kvick@hwss.org or 252-537-5621, if additional assistance regarding applicable health and safety practices as is needed. If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-370-0207 or marquitta.holloman@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. 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 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: HODGESTOWN LIFETIME LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 42000111 Consultant: MARQUITTA HOLLOMAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/16/2025 Number Present: 25 Completed Date: 9/16/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor this child care program for applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. This facility currently operates with a Five Star Center License issued July 30, 2020. The most current fire inspection completed was on May 28, 2025. The most current sanitation inspection was completed on September 11, 2024 earning a "Provisional" classification. The last annual compliance visit was conducted at this center was completed October 24, 2024. Y. Manley, Office Manager was present and assisted with today's visit. Twenty-five (25) children were observed in care, ranging from zero (0) to four (4) years of age. Children were observed participating in free choice play activities, teacher directed activities, preparing for outdoor play, and completing handwashing and toileting routines. This facility participates in the NC PreK program. The monitoring tool was observed. Transportation requirements were monitored and in compliance. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. Ten percent of staff records and ten percent of children’s records, and all program records were monitored. Four (4) violations were documented for staff record keeping, two (2) violations were documented for children’s record keeping, three (3) violations were documented for program record keeping. One (1) violation for the outdoor play area, and one (1) violation was documented for NC Pre K requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented today. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The center’s most current sanitation inspection was completed on 9/11/2024 and yielded a “Provisional” result. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The fencing at the back of the outdoor play area, serving the preschool children, was damaged and broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The center’s last playground inspection was recorded on 6/23/2025. Playground inspections for July and August 2025 were not on file for review. .0605(q) 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. C. Vincent and D. Fenner did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. The training for C. Vincent was also completed by an unapproved trainer. .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. C. Vincent and D. Fenner did not successfully complete certification in CPR appropriate to the age of children in care. The training for C. Vincent was also completed by an unapproved trainer. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. All staff records monitored did not have an updated annual professional development plan nor staff evaluation completed. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1775 NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. Staff/child ratios were not in compliance, in the classroom that serves the NC Pre K children. One staff member was in the classroom alone, with thirteen children. .3009 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. T. Kearney did not have documentation of completing the annual review of the center’s Emergency Preparedness and Response plan, on file for review. This was corrected during the visit. .0607(e) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. A Medical action plan was not on record for A. Evans. .0801(b) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. D. Fenner did not have signed documentation of the Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy, on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A medication authorization was not on record for A. Evans. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 30, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is accurate documentation. If any information provided in the letter is not accurate, 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: Marquitta Holloman, Child Care Consultant PO Box 644 Murfreesboro, NC 27855 marquitta.holloman@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. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, this facility has maintained an 18-month compliance score of 92%. A copy of the most current compliance history score was printed and left with you at the conclusion of the visit. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/ CONSULTATION STAFF RECORD KEEPING C. Vincent and D. Fenner did not successfully complete certification in First Aid and CPR appropriate to the age of children in care. The training for C. Vincent was also completed by an unapproved trainer. All staff records monitored did not have an updated annual professional development plan nor staff evaluation completed. T. Kearney did not have documentation of completing the annual review of the center’s Emergency Preparedness and Response plan, on file for review. This was corrected during the visit. PROGRAM RECORD KEEPING D. Fenner did not have signed documentation of the Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy, on file for review. The center’s last playground inspection was recorded on 6/23/2025. Playground inspections for July and August 2025 were not on file for review. The center’s most current sanitation inspection was completed on 9/11/2024 and yielded a “Provisional” result. CHILDREN’S RECORD KEEPING A Medical action plan and medication authorization was not on record for A. Evans. OUTDOOR AREA EQUIPMENT The fencing at the back of the outdoor play area, serving the preschool children, was damaged and broken. You stated a tree had fallen on the fence and caused the damage. NC PRE-K Staff/child ratios were not in compliance, in the classroom that serves the NC Pre K children. One staff member was in the classroom alone, with thirteen children. Another staff member arrived later to help in the classroom. RESOURCES The Division of Child Development and Early Education's (DCDEE) website is https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Visit this website for the most up-to-date child care forms, resources related to child care, and new child care rules/laws. STAR RATED LICENSE Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. This should be the providers’ choice only. We discussed the pathway options and I encouraged you to look at the differences on the pathways to determine which one may fit your program better. You can learn more about the pathways by visiting https://www.ncrlap.org/ and at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization RECALLED ITEMS You can visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website at www.cpsc.gov for more information on recently recalled items. CONTACTS o Halifax-Warren Smart Start www.hwss.org (252) 537-5621 o I encourage you to contact Kathy Vick, Child Care Health Consultant, kvick@hwss.org or 252-537-5621, if additional assistance regarding applicable health and safety practices as is needed. If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-370-0207 or marquitta.holloman@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. 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. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: HODGESTOWN LIFETIME LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 42000111 Consultant: MARQUITTA HOLLOMAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/16/2025 Number Present: 25 Completed Date: 9/16/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor this child care program for applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. This facility currently operates with a Five Star Center License issued July 30, 2020. The most current fire inspection completed was on May 28, 2025. The most current sanitation inspection was completed on September 11, 2024 earning a "Provisional" classification. The last annual compliance visit was conducted at this center was completed October 24, 2024. Y. Manley, Office Manager was present and assisted with today's visit. Twenty-five (25) children were observed in care, ranging from zero (0) to four (4) years of age. Children were observed participating in free choice play activities, teacher directed activities, preparing for outdoor play, and completing handwashing and toileting routines. This facility participates in the NC PreK program. The monitoring tool was observed. Transportation requirements were monitored and in compliance. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. Ten percent of staff records and ten percent of children’s records, and all program records were monitored. Four (4) violations were documented for staff record keeping, two (2) violations were documented for children’s record keeping, three (3) violations were documented for program record keeping. One (1) violation for the outdoor play area, and one (1) violation was documented for NC Pre K requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented today. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The center’s most current sanitation inspection was completed on 9/11/2024 and yielded a “Provisional” result. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The fencing at the back of the outdoor play area, serving the preschool children, was damaged and broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The center’s last playground inspection was recorded on 6/23/2025. Playground inspections for July and August 2025 were not on file for review. .0605(q) 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. C. Vincent and D. Fenner did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. The training for C. Vincent was also completed by an unapproved trainer. .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. C. Vincent and D. Fenner did not successfully complete certification in CPR appropriate to the age of children in care. The training for C. Vincent was also completed by an unapproved trainer. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. All staff records monitored did not have an updated annual professional development plan nor staff evaluation completed. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1775 NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. Staff/child ratios were not in compliance, in the classroom that serves the NC Pre K children. One staff member was in the classroom alone, with thirteen children. .3009 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. T. Kearney did not have documentation of completing the annual review of the center’s Emergency Preparedness and Response plan, on file for review. This was corrected during the visit. .0607(e) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. A Medical action plan was not on record for A. Evans. .0801(b) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. D. Fenner did not have signed documentation of the Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy, on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A medication authorization was not on record for A. Evans. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 30, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is accurate documentation. If any information provided in the letter is not accurate, 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: Marquitta Holloman, Child Care Consultant PO Box 644 Murfreesboro, NC 27855 marquitta.holloman@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. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, this facility has maintained an 18-month compliance score of 92%. A copy of the most current compliance history score was printed and left with you at the conclusion of the visit. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/ CONSULTATION STAFF RECORD KEEPING C. Vincent and D. Fenner did not successfully complete certification in First Aid and CPR appropriate to the age of children in care. The training for C. Vincent was also completed by an unapproved trainer. All staff records monitored did not have an updated annual professional development plan nor staff evaluation completed. T. Kearney did not have documentation of completing the annual review of the center’s Emergency Preparedness and Response plan, on file for review. This was corrected during the visit. PROGRAM RECORD KEEPING D. Fenner did not have signed documentation of the Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy, on file for review. The center’s last playground inspection was recorded on 6/23/2025. Playground inspections for July and August 2025 were not on file for review. The center’s most current sanitation inspection was completed on 9/11/2024 and yielded a “Provisional” result. CHILDREN’S RECORD KEEPING A Medical action plan and medication authorization was not on record for A. Evans. OUTDOOR AREA EQUIPMENT The fencing at the back of the outdoor play area, serving the preschool children, was damaged and broken. You stated a tree had fallen on the fence and caused the damage. NC PRE-K Staff/child ratios were not in compliance, in the classroom that serves the NC Pre K children. One staff member was in the classroom alone, with thirteen children. Another staff member arrived later to help in the classroom. RESOURCES The Division of Child Development and Early Education's (DCDEE) website is https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Visit this website for the most up-to-date child care forms, resources related to child care, and new child care rules/laws. STAR RATED LICENSE Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. This should be the providers’ choice only. We discussed the pathway options and I encouraged you to look at the differences on the pathways to determine which one may fit your program better. You can learn more about the pathways by visiting https://www.ncrlap.org/ and at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization RECALLED ITEMS You can visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website at www.cpsc.gov for more information on recently recalled items. CONTACTS o Halifax-Warren Smart Start www.hwss.org (252) 537-5621 o I encourage you to contact Kathy Vick, Child Care Health Consultant, kvick@hwss.org or 252-537-5621, if additional assistance regarding applicable health and safety practices as is needed. If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-370-0207 or marquitta.holloman@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. 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: HODGESTOWN LIFETIME LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 42000111 Consultant: MARQUITTA HOLLOMAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/16/2025 Number Present: 25 Completed Date: 9/16/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor this child care program for applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. This facility currently operates with a Five Star Center License issued July 30, 2020. The most current fire inspection completed was on May 28, 2025. The most current sanitation inspection was completed on September 11, 2024 earning a "Provisional" classification. The last annual compliance visit was conducted at this center was completed October 24, 2024. Y. Manley, Office Manager was present and assisted with today's visit. Twenty-five (25) children were observed in care, ranging from zero (0) to four (4) years of age. Children were observed participating in free choice play activities, teacher directed activities, preparing for outdoor play, and completing handwashing and toileting routines. This facility participates in the NC PreK program. The monitoring tool was observed. Transportation requirements were monitored and in compliance. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. Ten percent of staff records and ten percent of children’s records, and all program records were monitored. Four (4) violations were documented for staff record keeping, two (2) violations were documented for children’s record keeping, three (3) violations were documented for program record keeping. One (1) violation for the outdoor play area, and one (1) violation was documented for NC Pre K requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented today. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The center’s most current sanitation inspection was completed on 9/11/2024 and yielded a “Provisional” result. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The fencing at the back of the outdoor play area, serving the preschool children, was damaged and broken. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The center’s last playground inspection was recorded on 6/23/2025. Playground inspections for July and August 2025 were not on file for review. .0605(q) 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. C. Vincent and D. Fenner did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. The training for C. Vincent was also completed by an unapproved trainer. .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. C. Vincent and D. Fenner did not successfully complete certification in CPR appropriate to the age of children in care. The training for C. Vincent was also completed by an unapproved trainer. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. All staff records monitored did not have an updated annual professional development plan nor staff evaluation completed. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1775 NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. Staff/child ratios were not in compliance, in the classroom that serves the NC Pre K children. One staff member was in the classroom alone, with thirteen children. .3009 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. T. Kearney did not have documentation of completing the annual review of the center’s Emergency Preparedness and Response plan, on file for review. This was corrected during the visit. .0607(e) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. A Medical action plan was not on record for A. Evans. .0801(b) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. D. Fenner did not have signed documentation of the Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy, on file for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A medication authorization was not on record for A. Evans. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September 30, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is accurate documentation. If any information provided in the letter is not accurate, 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: Marquitta Holloman, Child Care Consultant PO Box 644 Murfreesboro, NC 27855 marquitta.holloman@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. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, this facility has maintained an 18-month compliance score of 92%. A copy of the most current compliance history score was printed and left with you at the conclusion of the visit. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/ CONSULTATION STAFF RECORD KEEPING C. Vincent and D. Fenner did not successfully complete certification in First Aid and CPR appropriate to the age of children in care. The training for C. Vincent was also completed by an unapproved trainer. All staff records monitored did not have an updated annual professional development plan nor staff evaluation completed. T. Kearney did not have documentation of completing the annual review of the center’s Emergency Preparedness and Response plan, on file for review. This was corrected during the visit. PROGRAM RECORD KEEPING D. Fenner did not have signed documentation of the Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy, on file for review. The center’s last playground inspection was recorded on 6/23/2025. Playground inspections for July and August 2025 were not on file for review. The center’s most current sanitation inspection was completed on 9/11/2024 and yielded a “Provisional” result. CHILDREN’S RECORD KEEPING A Medical action plan and medication authorization was not on record for A. Evans. OUTDOOR AREA EQUIPMENT The fencing at the back of the outdoor play area, serving the preschool children, was damaged and broken. You stated a tree had fallen on the fence and caused the damage. NC PRE-K Staff/child ratios were not in compliance, in the classroom that serves the NC Pre K children. One staff member was in the classroom alone, with thirteen children. Another staff member arrived later to help in the classroom. RESOURCES The Division of Child Development and Early Education's (DCDEE) website is https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Visit this website for the most up-to-date child care forms, resources related to child care, and new child care rules/laws. STAR RATED LICENSE Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. This should be the providers’ choice only. We discussed the pathway options and I encouraged you to look at the differences on the pathways to determine which one may fit your program better. You can learn more about the pathways by visiting https://www.ncrlap.org/ and at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization RECALLED ITEMS You can visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website at www.cpsc.gov for more information on recently recalled items. CONTACTS o Halifax-Warren Smart Start www.hwss.org (252) 537-5621 o I encourage you to contact Kathy Vick, Child Care Health Consultant, kvick@hwss.org or 252-537-5621, if additional assistance regarding applicable health and safety practices as is needed. If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-370-0207 or marquitta.holloman@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. 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: HODGESTOWN LIFETIME LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 42000111 Consultant: APRIL FLEMING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/24/2024 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 10/24/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 285 Time In: 11:35 AM Time Out: 04:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Currently, this facility operates with a Five-Star license issued on July 30, 2020. The last annual compliance visit was completed December 12, 2023. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was completed on September 14, 2024, earning a superior classification and twelve (12) demerits. The last satisfactory fire inspection was completed on June 4, 2024. Y. Manley, Office Manager, was present and available to assist. Thirty-seven (37) children, ages zero (0) to five (5) years of age were present. The children were observed during outdoor play, preparing for lunch, toileting, handwashing and napping. Most interacted with children in a positive manner. This facility participates in the NC PreK program. The monitoring tool was observed. Transportation requirements were monitored and in compliance. The following violations of child care requirements were documented during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) A feeding plan was not posted for two children in space one. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. The feeding plan was not updated as changes occurred for two children. 10 NCAC 09 .0902(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Electrical outlet in space one and space three was not covered with a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. A staff member in space two consistently spoke to children in a non-positive manner and raised tone of voice. G.S. 110-91(10) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One staff member did not have a medical report on file prior to employment date April 29, 2024. The medical report was completed on September 23, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One staff member provided a TB test that was older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. The administrator did not complete the ITS- SIDs training. .1102(f) 1812 The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division. The center did not complete the plan on a template provided by the Division (risk management portal). .0607(c) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. Three staff members did not have a signed acknowledgement in their file available for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. The administrator and two staff did not complete the recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment training. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. The administrator did not complete the health and safety trainings. .1102(a) The above violations must be corrected immediately. The letter must describe, in detail, specifically how each violation has been corrected and any supporting documents. You can mail or email me with verification of compliance regarding the violations that were documented. If you choose to mail, two signed and dated copies must be sent and received by November 7, 2024. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of the violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. It is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license, could be issued. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, April Fleming, PO Box 236, Enfield, NC 27823. If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-450-9796 or april.fleming@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at 252-373-9809. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Compliance History: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an 18-month compliance score of 99%. CONSULTATION/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CHILDREN AND STAFF RECORDS: Ten percent (10%) or more of children’s records were monitored. Children records reviewed, were in compliance. Other children’s files not reviewed should be monitored to ensure compliance with the same information. All new staff and ten percent (10%) or more of existing staff files were monitored. Staff records reviewed were not in compliance. TB test, medical statements, health and safety trainings, policy receipts, and ITS-SIDS training were observed out of compliance for staff files reviewed. To ensure compliance, all required trainings and documentation should be completed, current, on file and available for review. Other staff files not reviewed should be monitored to ensure compliance with the same information. INFANT FEEDING PLAN: Infant feeding plans should be posted for children up to 15 months old. Also, the plan should be updated as needed. Two children that were twelve months old but fifteen months and or less did not have a feeding plan posted. The teacher stated she was informed the feeding plan should be posted for infants under twelve months. I pointed out that the feeding plan states on the form that infants up to fifteen months should have a plan posted. This was corrected during the visit when the staff removed the plans from a folder and posted them. ELECTRICAL OUTLETS: Electrical outlets that were not in use in space one and space three were not covered with safety plugs. This was corrected during the visit when the staff covered the outlets. EPR Plan: The EPR plan has been reviewed by all staff in January of 2024, however the plan has not been completed on the template in the Risk Management Portal provided by the Division. Y. Manley stated the information has not been updated since 2021 NURTURING AND CARE /TONE OF VOICES: During my observations, a staff member in space two consistently spoke to children in a non-positive manner. The teacher was heard in a high tone of voice telling children to “go sit down”, ‘get over there and sit down”, “ I don’t know who’s telling you to do things, but it’s our way, not your way”, CHALLENGING BEHAVIOR ASSISTANCE: During my observations, a child in space three presented challenging behaviors. The teachers were very calm and interacted with the child in a positive manner. Y. Manley stated D. Ramsey, Owner/Operator, is aware and they are working with the child and his family. Did you know assistance can be requested for help with handling challenging behaviors? The Healthy Social Behaviors in Child Care Centers Project (HSB) provides ideas to create a learning environment that can assist in preventing challenging behaviors. They provide free technical assistance, professional development, and they offer a variety of additional resources. For additional information on the Healthy Social Behaviors Project or to view a current listing of scheduled trainings, browse the NC Child Care Resource & Referral Council website. For information about Pyramid Model CEU-level trainings, contact the HSB Education Specialist, Liz Tuttle at etuttle@childcareresourcesinc.org. To obtain a Request for TA Services, contact your local Behavior Specialist or email the Statewide Project Manager, Smokie Brawley, at sbrawley@childcareresourcesinc.org. You can also contact the challenging behavior helpline at 1-888- 600-1685 option 2. You can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor or submit questions about specific behaviors in your program. You will also be able to post questions in the “Talk to the Expert” group in the online network. CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program is expanding to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test lead in paint and asbestos unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers to the program to environmental health. All existing licensed programs must complete the application summary for their program regarding lead paint and asbestos by November 1, 2024. The application is on the https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ website. Please log into https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ to ensure you are meeting the requirements for Lead in Water / Paint/Asbestos testing. STAR RATED LICENSE (SRL): Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). This means that no child care facilities in cohort one will have a rated license assessment unless they voluntarily want to. Also, cohort two do not need to start a preparation year. More information will be forthcoming. PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules were updated effective July 1, 2023, and January 1, 2024. RESOURCES: • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ • Risk Management Portal for Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan: rmp.nc.gov/portal/ • MOODLE for health and safety trainings: https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0902 · Violation

Name of Operation: HODGESTOWN LIFETIME LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 42000111 Consultant: APRIL FLEMING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/24/2024 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 10/24/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 285 Time In: 11:35 AM Time Out: 04:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Currently, this facility operates with a Five-Star license issued on July 30, 2020. The last annual compliance visit was completed December 12, 2023. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was completed on September 14, 2024, earning a superior classification and twelve (12) demerits. The last satisfactory fire inspection was completed on June 4, 2024. Y. Manley, Office Manager, was present and available to assist. Thirty-seven (37) children, ages zero (0) to five (5) years of age were present. The children were observed during outdoor play, preparing for lunch, toileting, handwashing and napping. Most interacted with children in a positive manner. This facility participates in the NC PreK program. The monitoring tool was observed. Transportation requirements were monitored and in compliance. The following violations of child care requirements were documented during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) A feeding plan was not posted for two children in space one. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. The feeding plan was not updated as changes occurred for two children. 10 NCAC 09 .0902(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Electrical outlet in space one and space three was not covered with a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. A staff member in space two consistently spoke to children in a non-positive manner and raised tone of voice. G.S. 110-91(10) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One staff member did not have a medical report on file prior to employment date April 29, 2024. The medical report was completed on September 23, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One staff member provided a TB test that was older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. The administrator did not complete the ITS- SIDs training. .1102(f) 1812 The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division. The center did not complete the plan on a template provided by the Division (risk management portal). .0607(c) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. Three staff members did not have a signed acknowledgement in their file available for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. The administrator and two staff did not complete the recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment training. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. The administrator did not complete the health and safety trainings. .1102(a) The above violations must be corrected immediately. The letter must describe, in detail, specifically how each violation has been corrected and any supporting documents. You can mail or email me with verification of compliance regarding the violations that were documented. If you choose to mail, two signed and dated copies must be sent and received by November 7, 2024. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of the violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. It is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license, could be issued. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, April Fleming, PO Box 236, Enfield, NC 27823. If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-450-9796 or april.fleming@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at 252-373-9809. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Compliance History: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an 18-month compliance score of 99%. CONSULTATION/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CHILDREN AND STAFF RECORDS: Ten percent (10%) or more of children’s records were monitored. Children records reviewed, were in compliance. Other children’s files not reviewed should be monitored to ensure compliance with the same information. All new staff and ten percent (10%) or more of existing staff files were monitored. Staff records reviewed were not in compliance. TB test, medical statements, health and safety trainings, policy receipts, and ITS-SIDS training were observed out of compliance for staff files reviewed. To ensure compliance, all required trainings and documentation should be completed, current, on file and available for review. Other staff files not reviewed should be monitored to ensure compliance with the same information. INFANT FEEDING PLAN: Infant feeding plans should be posted for children up to 15 months old. Also, the plan should be updated as needed. Two children that were twelve months old but fifteen months and or less did not have a feeding plan posted. The teacher stated she was informed the feeding plan should be posted for infants under twelve months. I pointed out that the feeding plan states on the form that infants up to fifteen months should have a plan posted. This was corrected during the visit when the staff removed the plans from a folder and posted them. ELECTRICAL OUTLETS: Electrical outlets that were not in use in space one and space three were not covered with safety plugs. This was corrected during the visit when the staff covered the outlets. EPR Plan: The EPR plan has been reviewed by all staff in January of 2024, however the plan has not been completed on the template in the Risk Management Portal provided by the Division. Y. Manley stated the information has not been updated since 2021 NURTURING AND CARE /TONE OF VOICES: During my observations, a staff member in space two consistently spoke to children in a non-positive manner. The teacher was heard in a high tone of voice telling children to “go sit down”, ‘get over there and sit down”, “ I don’t know who’s telling you to do things, but it’s our way, not your way”, CHALLENGING BEHAVIOR ASSISTANCE: During my observations, a child in space three presented challenging behaviors. The teachers were very calm and interacted with the child in a positive manner. Y. Manley stated D. Ramsey, Owner/Operator, is aware and they are working with the child and his family. Did you know assistance can be requested for help with handling challenging behaviors? The Healthy Social Behaviors in Child Care Centers Project (HSB) provides ideas to create a learning environment that can assist in preventing challenging behaviors. They provide free technical assistance, professional development, and they offer a variety of additional resources. For additional information on the Healthy Social Behaviors Project or to view a current listing of scheduled trainings, browse the NC Child Care Resource & Referral Council website. For information about Pyramid Model CEU-level trainings, contact the HSB Education Specialist, Liz Tuttle at etuttle@childcareresourcesinc.org. To obtain a Request for TA Services, contact your local Behavior Specialist or email the Statewide Project Manager, Smokie Brawley, at sbrawley@childcareresourcesinc.org. You can also contact the challenging behavior helpline at 1-888- 600-1685 option 2. You can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor or submit questions about specific behaviors in your program. You will also be able to post questions in the “Talk to the Expert” group in the online network. CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program is expanding to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test lead in paint and asbestos unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers to the program to environmental health. All existing licensed programs must complete the application summary for their program regarding lead paint and asbestos by November 1, 2024. The application is on the https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ website. Please log into https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ to ensure you are meeting the requirements for Lead in Water / Paint/Asbestos testing. STAR RATED LICENSE (SRL): Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). This means that no child care facilities in cohort one will have a rated license assessment unless they voluntarily want to. Also, cohort two do not need to start a preparation year. More information will be forthcoming. PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules were updated effective July 1, 2023, and January 1, 2024. RESOURCES: • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ • Risk Management Portal for Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan: rmp.nc.gov/portal/ • MOODLE for health and safety trainings: https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: HODGESTOWN LIFETIME LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 42000111 Consultant: APRIL FLEMING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/24/2024 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 10/24/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 285 Time In: 11:35 AM Time Out: 04:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Currently, this facility operates with a Five-Star license issued on July 30, 2020. The last annual compliance visit was completed December 12, 2023. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was completed on September 14, 2024, earning a superior classification and twelve (12) demerits. The last satisfactory fire inspection was completed on June 4, 2024. Y. Manley, Office Manager, was present and available to assist. Thirty-seven (37) children, ages zero (0) to five (5) years of age were present. The children were observed during outdoor play, preparing for lunch, toileting, handwashing and napping. Most interacted with children in a positive manner. This facility participates in the NC PreK program. The monitoring tool was observed. Transportation requirements were monitored and in compliance. The following violations of child care requirements were documented during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) A feeding plan was not posted for two children in space one. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. The feeding plan was not updated as changes occurred for two children. 10 NCAC 09 .0902(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Electrical outlet in space one and space three was not covered with a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. A staff member in space two consistently spoke to children in a non-positive manner and raised tone of voice. G.S. 110-91(10) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One staff member did not have a medical report on file prior to employment date April 29, 2024. The medical report was completed on September 23, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One staff member provided a TB test that was older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. The administrator did not complete the ITS- SIDs training. .1102(f) 1812 The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division. The center did not complete the plan on a template provided by the Division (risk management portal). .0607(c) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. Three staff members did not have a signed acknowledgement in their file available for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. The administrator and two staff did not complete the recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment training. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. The administrator did not complete the health and safety trainings. .1102(a) The above violations must be corrected immediately. The letter must describe, in detail, specifically how each violation has been corrected and any supporting documents. You can mail or email me with verification of compliance regarding the violations that were documented. If you choose to mail, two signed and dated copies must be sent and received by November 7, 2024. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of the violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. It is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license, could be issued. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, April Fleming, PO Box 236, Enfield, NC 27823. If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-450-9796 or april.fleming@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at 252-373-9809. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Compliance History: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an 18-month compliance score of 99%. CONSULTATION/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CHILDREN AND STAFF RECORDS: Ten percent (10%) or more of children’s records were monitored. Children records reviewed, were in compliance. Other children’s files not reviewed should be monitored to ensure compliance with the same information. All new staff and ten percent (10%) or more of existing staff files were monitored. Staff records reviewed were not in compliance. TB test, medical statements, health and safety trainings, policy receipts, and ITS-SIDS training were observed out of compliance for staff files reviewed. To ensure compliance, all required trainings and documentation should be completed, current, on file and available for review. Other staff files not reviewed should be monitored to ensure compliance with the same information. INFANT FEEDING PLAN: Infant feeding plans should be posted for children up to 15 months old. Also, the plan should be updated as needed. Two children that were twelve months old but fifteen months and or less did not have a feeding plan posted. The teacher stated she was informed the feeding plan should be posted for infants under twelve months. I pointed out that the feeding plan states on the form that infants up to fifteen months should have a plan posted. This was corrected during the visit when the staff removed the plans from a folder and posted them. ELECTRICAL OUTLETS: Electrical outlets that were not in use in space one and space three were not covered with safety plugs. This was corrected during the visit when the staff covered the outlets. EPR Plan: The EPR plan has been reviewed by all staff in January of 2024, however the plan has not been completed on the template in the Risk Management Portal provided by the Division. Y. Manley stated the information has not been updated since 2021 NURTURING AND CARE /TONE OF VOICES: During my observations, a staff member in space two consistently spoke to children in a non-positive manner. The teacher was heard in a high tone of voice telling children to “go sit down”, ‘get over there and sit down”, “ I don’t know who’s telling you to do things, but it’s our way, not your way”, CHALLENGING BEHAVIOR ASSISTANCE: During my observations, a child in space three presented challenging behaviors. The teachers were very calm and interacted with the child in a positive manner. Y. Manley stated D. Ramsey, Owner/Operator, is aware and they are working with the child and his family. Did you know assistance can be requested for help with handling challenging behaviors? The Healthy Social Behaviors in Child Care Centers Project (HSB) provides ideas to create a learning environment that can assist in preventing challenging behaviors. They provide free technical assistance, professional development, and they offer a variety of additional resources. For additional information on the Healthy Social Behaviors Project or to view a current listing of scheduled trainings, browse the NC Child Care Resource & Referral Council website. For information about Pyramid Model CEU-level trainings, contact the HSB Education Specialist, Liz Tuttle at etuttle@childcareresourcesinc.org. To obtain a Request for TA Services, contact your local Behavior Specialist or email the Statewide Project Manager, Smokie Brawley, at sbrawley@childcareresourcesinc.org. You can also contact the challenging behavior helpline at 1-888- 600-1685 option 2. You can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor or submit questions about specific behaviors in your program. You will also be able to post questions in the “Talk to the Expert” group in the online network. CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program is expanding to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test lead in paint and asbestos unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers to the program to environmental health. All existing licensed programs must complete the application summary for their program regarding lead paint and asbestos by November 1, 2024. The application is on the https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ website. Please log into https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ to ensure you are meeting the requirements for Lead in Water / Paint/Asbestos testing. STAR RATED LICENSE (SRL): Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). This means that no child care facilities in cohort one will have a rated license assessment unless they voluntarily want to. Also, cohort two do not need to start a preparation year. More information will be forthcoming. PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules were updated effective July 1, 2023, and January 1, 2024. RESOURCES: • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ • Risk Management Portal for Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan: rmp.nc.gov/portal/ • MOODLE for health and safety trainings: https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: HODGESTOWN LIFETIME LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 42000111 Consultant: APRIL FLEMING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/24/2024 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 10/24/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 285 Time In: 11:35 AM Time Out: 04:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Currently, this facility operates with a Five-Star license issued on July 30, 2020. The last annual compliance visit was completed December 12, 2023. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was completed on September 14, 2024, earning a superior classification and twelve (12) demerits. The last satisfactory fire inspection was completed on June 4, 2024. Y. Manley, Office Manager, was present and available to assist. Thirty-seven (37) children, ages zero (0) to five (5) years of age were present. The children were observed during outdoor play, preparing for lunch, toileting, handwashing and napping. Most interacted with children in a positive manner. This facility participates in the NC PreK program. The monitoring tool was observed. Transportation requirements were monitored and in compliance. The following violations of child care requirements were documented during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) A feeding plan was not posted for two children in space one. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. The feeding plan was not updated as changes occurred for two children. 10 NCAC 09 .0902(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Electrical outlet in space one and space three was not covered with a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. A staff member in space two consistently spoke to children in a non-positive manner and raised tone of voice. G.S. 110-91(10) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One staff member did not have a medical report on file prior to employment date April 29, 2024. The medical report was completed on September 23, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One staff member provided a TB test that was older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. The administrator did not complete the ITS- SIDs training. .1102(f) 1812 The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division. The center did not complete the plan on a template provided by the Division (risk management portal). .0607(c) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. Three staff members did not have a signed acknowledgement in their file available for review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. The administrator and two staff did not complete the recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment training. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. The administrator did not complete the health and safety trainings. .1102(a) The above violations must be corrected immediately. The letter must describe, in detail, specifically how each violation has been corrected and any supporting documents. You can mail or email me with verification of compliance regarding the violations that were documented. If you choose to mail, two signed and dated copies must be sent and received by November 7, 2024. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of the violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. It is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license, could be issued. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, April Fleming, PO Box 236, Enfield, NC 27823. If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-450-9796 or april.fleming@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at 252-373-9809. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Compliance History: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an 18-month compliance score of 99%. CONSULTATION/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CHILDREN AND STAFF RECORDS: Ten percent (10%) or more of children’s records were monitored. Children records reviewed, were in compliance. Other children’s files not reviewed should be monitored to ensure compliance with the same information. All new staff and ten percent (10%) or more of existing staff files were monitored. Staff records reviewed were not in compliance. TB test, medical statements, health and safety trainings, policy receipts, and ITS-SIDS training were observed out of compliance for staff files reviewed. To ensure compliance, all required trainings and documentation should be completed, current, on file and available for review. Other staff files not reviewed should be monitored to ensure compliance with the same information. INFANT FEEDING PLAN: Infant feeding plans should be posted for children up to 15 months old. Also, the plan should be updated as needed. Two children that were twelve months old but fifteen months and or less did not have a feeding plan posted. The teacher stated she was informed the feeding plan should be posted for infants under twelve months. I pointed out that the feeding plan states on the form that infants up to fifteen months should have a plan posted. This was corrected during the visit when the staff removed the plans from a folder and posted them. ELECTRICAL OUTLETS: Electrical outlets that were not in use in space one and space three were not covered with safety plugs. This was corrected during the visit when the staff covered the outlets. EPR Plan: The EPR plan has been reviewed by all staff in January of 2024, however the plan has not been completed on the template in the Risk Management Portal provided by the Division. Y. Manley stated the information has not been updated since 2021 NURTURING AND CARE /TONE OF VOICES: During my observations, a staff member in space two consistently spoke to children in a non-positive manner. The teacher was heard in a high tone of voice telling children to “go sit down”, ‘get over there and sit down”, “ I don’t know who’s telling you to do things, but it’s our way, not your way”, CHALLENGING BEHAVIOR ASSISTANCE: During my observations, a child in space three presented challenging behaviors. The teachers were very calm and interacted with the child in a positive manner. Y. Manley stated D. Ramsey, Owner/Operator, is aware and they are working with the child and his family. Did you know assistance can be requested for help with handling challenging behaviors? The Healthy Social Behaviors in Child Care Centers Project (HSB) provides ideas to create a learning environment that can assist in preventing challenging behaviors. They provide free technical assistance, professional development, and they offer a variety of additional resources. For additional information on the Healthy Social Behaviors Project or to view a current listing of scheduled trainings, browse the NC Child Care Resource & Referral Council website. For information about Pyramid Model CEU-level trainings, contact the HSB Education Specialist, Liz Tuttle at etuttle@childcareresourcesinc.org. To obtain a Request for TA Services, contact your local Behavior Specialist or email the Statewide Project Manager, Smokie Brawley, at sbrawley@childcareresourcesinc.org. You can also contact the challenging behavior helpline at 1-888- 600-1685 option 2. You can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor or submit questions about specific behaviors in your program. You will also be able to post questions in the “Talk to the Expert” group in the online network. CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program is expanding to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test lead in paint and asbestos unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers to the program to environmental health. All existing licensed programs must complete the application summary for their program regarding lead paint and asbestos by November 1, 2024. The application is on the https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ website. Please log into https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ to ensure you are meeting the requirements for Lead in Water / Paint/Asbestos testing. STAR RATED LICENSE (SRL): Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). This means that no child care facilities in cohort one will have a rated license assessment unless they voluntarily want to. Also, cohort two do not need to start a preparation year. More information will be forthcoming. PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules were updated effective July 1, 2023, and January 1, 2024. RESOURCES: • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ • Risk Management Portal for Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan: rmp.nc.gov/portal/ • MOODLE for health and safety trainings: https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: HODGESTOWN LIFETIME LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 42000111 Consultant: APRIL FLEMING Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0624-338L Visit Date: 7/8/2024 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 7/8/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 11:25 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable child care requirements and investigate a report received regarding concerns of nurture and care. Y. Manley, Office Manager, and B. Johnson, Teacher Supervisor were notified of the reason for the visit and were given the opportunity to discuss and ask questions. D. Ramsey, Owner Operator arrived during the visit and had the opportunity to discuss and ask questions also. Twenty children were present and observed in free choice activity and during outdoor play. Limited but required components were monitored during the visit. When asked about any parent concerns or recent issues within the center, Ms. Manley informed me that recently an incident happened, but Ms. B. Johnson and staff could share more information with me. Ms. B. Johnson stated a few weeks ago that a parent and staff member exchange words. She stated at the time, she was inside the building and heard the loud noise coming from outside the building. She stated she thought it was the school-age children being loud. Other staff members were interviewed. Two staff members, A and B, stated they were not aware of any parent concerns or incidents. Staff member C stated she wasn’t present when the incident happened with the parent and other staff member. Staff member D stated during outdoor play, a parent came to the fence to address a staff member. At the time of the incident, school-age children were present on the playground. She further stated the incident started to escalate when words were exchanged between the parent and the staff member. Staff member D stated she gathered the children to go into the building. She also stated she tried to deescalate the situation. It was also confirmed that the authorities were called. D. Ramsey stated action was taken place regarding the staff member. Currently, the children of the parent are still enrolled. Ms. Ramsey stated she tried contacting the parent twice. Based on the information provided, the complaint regarding nurture and care was substantiated. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. A current fire inspection was observed dated for June 4, 2024 however it was not obtained within 12 months of the previous inspection dated May 11, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. Children were not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner when a parent and staff member conversation became loud and aggressive. G.S. 110-91(10) 1919 A blanket permission for field trips or leaving the premises was on file, but a plan of activities was not posted in a place for review by parents in advance on a weekly basis. A plan of activities was not posted in a place for review by parents in advance on a weekly basis. .2509(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. The letter must describe, in detail, specifically how each violation has been corrected and any supporting documents. You can mail or email me verification of compliance regarding the violations that were documented. If you choose to mail, two signed and dated copies must be sent and received by July 15, 2024. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of the violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. It is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, April Fleming, PO Box 236, Enfield, NC 27823. If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-450-9796 or april.fleming@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809 or susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: NURTURE AND CARE: Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner. Children were present when a staff member and parent conversation became aggressive. To ensure compliance with nurturing and care, staff should always create a safe and supportive environment and ensure that conflicts with other adults are managed away from the children’s presence. Adults fighting in front of children can create an environment of stress, fear and instability which can harm children’s emotional development and a sense of security. I encourage staff to seek ongoing training and professional development that will equip them with the skills needed to handle conflicts effectively. ADMINSTRATIVE ACTION: Substantiated complaint visits may warrant administrative action. If a decision is made to issue an Administrative Action, you will receive information in the mail. For more information regarding the issuance of Administrative Actions please review the North Carolina Child Care Rules regarding Administrative Actions (section .2200). RESOURCES: • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ • Child Care Services Association: Ongoing Trainings and Professional Development https://www.childcareservices.org/ 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. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: HODGESTOWN LIFETIME LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 42000111 Consultant: APRIL FLEMING Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0624-338L Visit Date: 7/8/2024 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 7/8/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 11:25 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable child care requirements and investigate a report received regarding concerns of nurture and care. Y. Manley, Office Manager, and B. Johnson, Teacher Supervisor were notified of the reason for the visit and were given the opportunity to discuss and ask questions. D. Ramsey, Owner Operator arrived during the visit and had the opportunity to discuss and ask questions also. Twenty children were present and observed in free choice activity and during outdoor play. Limited but required components were monitored during the visit. When asked about any parent concerns or recent issues within the center, Ms. Manley informed me that recently an incident happened, but Ms. B. Johnson and staff could share more information with me. Ms. B. Johnson stated a few weeks ago that a parent and staff member exchange words. She stated at the time, she was inside the building and heard the loud noise coming from outside the building. She stated she thought it was the school-age children being loud. Other staff members were interviewed. Two staff members, A and B, stated they were not aware of any parent concerns or incidents. Staff member C stated she wasn’t present when the incident happened with the parent and other staff member. Staff member D stated during outdoor play, a parent came to the fence to address a staff member. At the time of the incident, school-age children were present on the playground. She further stated the incident started to escalate when words were exchanged between the parent and the staff member. Staff member D stated she gathered the children to go into the building. She also stated she tried to deescalate the situation. It was also confirmed that the authorities were called. D. Ramsey stated action was taken place regarding the staff member. Currently, the children of the parent are still enrolled. Ms. Ramsey stated she tried contacting the parent twice. Based on the information provided, the complaint regarding nurture and care was substantiated. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. A current fire inspection was observed dated for June 4, 2024 however it was not obtained within 12 months of the previous inspection dated May 11, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. Children were not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner when a parent and staff member conversation became loud and aggressive. G.S. 110-91(10) 1919 A blanket permission for field trips or leaving the premises was on file, but a plan of activities was not posted in a place for review by parents in advance on a weekly basis. A plan of activities was not posted in a place for review by parents in advance on a weekly basis. .2509(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. The letter must describe, in detail, specifically how each violation has been corrected and any supporting documents. You can mail or email me verification of compliance regarding the violations that were documented. If you choose to mail, two signed and dated copies must be sent and received by July 15, 2024. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of the violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. It is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, April Fleming, PO Box 236, Enfield, NC 27823. If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-450-9796 or april.fleming@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809 or susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: NURTURE AND CARE: Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner. Children were present when a staff member and parent conversation became aggressive. To ensure compliance with nurturing and care, staff should always create a safe and supportive environment and ensure that conflicts with other adults are managed away from the children’s presence. Adults fighting in front of children can create an environment of stress, fear and instability which can harm children’s emotional development and a sense of security. I encourage staff to seek ongoing training and professional development that will equip them with the skills needed to handle conflicts effectively. ADMINSTRATIVE ACTION: Substantiated complaint visits may warrant administrative action. If a decision is made to issue an Administrative Action, you will receive information in the mail. For more information regarding the issuance of Administrative Actions please review the North Carolina Child Care Rules regarding Administrative Actions (section .2200). RESOURCES: • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ • Child Care Services Association: Ongoing Trainings and Professional Development https://www.childcareservices.org/ 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