First United Methodist Child Development Center

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2026 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 2/6/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Your last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on February 17, 2025. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 90%. You, Brittney Harris, Director, assisted me with the visit. I reviewed with you today the information found in our system. You stated there have been no changes to your phone number, email address, mailing address, administrator, or owner. I reviewed the facilities permit with you today. This facility operates with a five-star license and is licensed for 39 children on first shift, ages 3-12 with an effective date of October 5, 2021. The following restrictions are listed: first shift, meets enhanced space and ratios, no children under three, reduced enhanced ratio by one, 35 square feet per child indoors, fellowship hall for gross motor play only. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC. was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website prior to today’s visit. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Visit Checklist for Child Care Centers” during today’s visit. I monitored for required postings including your: Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, daily schedules, activity plans, staff-child ratio worksheets, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor was completed. I observed the children’s arrival, breakfast, free choice activities indoors, lunch, and rest time. I was unable to monitor the outdoor area due to snow and ice. I will monitor the outdoor environment during my next visit. There were a variety of materials available to children. Materials and furnishings were found to be developmentally appropriate. You stated that there are currently no children with medications or medical action plans. You stated your program does not provide transportation. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on August 25, 2025, with three (3) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on July 10, 2025. The written administrative and personnel policies in the Employee Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were reviewed during today’s visit. The written operational policies and parent participation plan in the Parent Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were also reviewed during today’s visit. You were in the process of completing the Staff and Training Worksheets for existing staff during today’s visit. An additional unannounced visit will be conducted to monitor staff files. I verified that you completed the lead water testing required to be completed every three years. Today, I verified that those test results dated January 8, 2024, indicate that the facility’s water is within acceptable limits. I verified that the asbestos test results dated June 24, 2024, indicated that this facility has no asbestos hazards present. Lead-based paint test results date April 1, 2025, indicated that this facility has no lead-based paint hazards present. You stated and I verified that your facility uses Creative Curriculum as the approved curriculum for a 5-Star facility serving children who are four and five years of age. I monitored health and safety requirements. There are 31 children enrolled. I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system. Staff listed on the report are staff that were in the classroom. DIAL-4 is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used, and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. Parent involvement activities include home visits, parent/teacher conferences, class celebrations, and on-going communication with families. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 8:00 am to 2:30 pm and the staff hours are 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The arrival time for two (2) children was not documented in Space 1. The arrival time for three (3) children was not documented in Space 2. The arrival time of one (1) child was not documented in Space B101. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio worksheet was not posted in Space B101. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. The safe arrival and departure procedures were not posted in the facility. .1003(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space 2, two power strips located on a counter accessible to children were not covered with safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a medical report that was signed by a health care professional on 9/15/2025. 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a TB screening conducted on 9/15/2025. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a health questionnaire that was last updated on 1/16/2025. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a Criminal Background Check completed on 10/28/2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a staff development plan dated 1/28/2025 and an annual staff evaluation dated 1/9/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1311 Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. The emergency medical care information for a child (DOE: 7/30/2024) was last updated on 7/30/2024. .0802(c) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In Space 2, I observed one (1) teacher with twelve (12) children three to five years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The Division was not notified within five business days of any staff members currently employed at the facility through the ABCMS Provider Portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 did not have a signed acknowledgement of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy in their personnel file. .0608(d)(1-4) Technical Assistance: • To ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times. Today we discussed the importance of having substitute caregivers available to cover classrooms when unexpected absences occur. I also suggested that you move children to other classrooms as capacity and ratios allow to maintain compliance. Today we moved three children from Space 2 to Space 3 to allow your classrooms to be in ratio with one adult in the room. • The safe arrival and departure policy, staff/child ratio sheet, activity plans, and daily schedules support intentional supervision, developmentally appropriate practices, and consistency in daily routines. We reviewed strategies for staying compliant, including setting a weekly planning schedule and using dated lesson plan templates. When staff members are updating their schedule, I suggest that the original schedule stays in place and posted until the new schedule has been implemented and posted. As you and teachers make changes on your bulletin boards, ensure that all required postings are accounted for. We discussed assigning a staff member to verify that all required postings in the center are present and current. You corrected item # 802 today by posting the safe arrival and departure policy where families can view it. • I reviewed the importance of maintaining emergency medical care information needed for safe medical treatment for children. We discussed reviewing the forms thoroughly at enrollment, annually, and when changes occur to ensure all required information is present as this is necessary to ensure prompt and appropriate medical care in the event of an emergency. • To ensure the safety of children, it is essential that arrival and departure times are documented as children arrive and leave the facility. The daily sign in and out sheets are located at the entrance of the office. Today I suggested that these clipboards are moved to the door of each classroom to serve as a reminder to families to sign their child in and out. Today you corrected item # 125 by documenting the arrival time of six (6) children. • Today I encouraged you to have teachers complete a daily safety check of their classrooms prior to children arriving to check for hazards such as uncovered outlets. We discussed supplying each classroom with safety plugs to allow teachers to cover outlets when chargers are unplugged. You corrected item # 812 today by placing safety plugs in two (2) power strips located in Space 2. • The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working or who are hired at the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. You stated that you did not know how to add an employee to the Provider Portal. Today I walked you through the process of adding employees to the ABCMS Provider Portal and provided you with the technical assistance document found on the Division’s website. • Today I suggested that you continue using the Staff File Checklist as a consistent tool to verify that all required documents are obtained prior to the employee’s first day. We discussed that required documentation, including the Criminal Background Check, TB test or screening, and a medical report signed by a healthcare professional, is noted on the Staff File Checklist and must be obtained prior to the individual working. Having complete personnel files prior to employment supports child safety and ensures that individuals working with children are cleared to do so. • We reviewed the requirement that the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy must be reviewed and signed before an employee can care for children. The signed acknowledgement must be maintained in the personnel file. I suggested incorporating this review into the employee’s first day of orientation prior to caring for children. • I encouraged you to ensure that annual documentation, including health questionnaires, annual staff evaluations, and staff development plans, are completed and maintained consistently. I recommended implementing a training system (such as a spreadsheet, calendar reminder system, or compliance binder) to monitor due dates for annual paperwork. Establishing a tracking system helps prevent lapses. We also discussed the benefit of placing all staff members on a unified renewal schedule (for example: completing annual paperwork each August during classroom transitions or in January at the start of the calendar year). Aligning documentation timelines can simplify your tracking system. Consultation: 1. As discussed at our Technical Assist Visit on January 9, 2026, this facility should consider the QRIS options and make a decision as to the option the facility wishes to pursue for their rated license reassessment. While this facility may begin their rated license reassessment process at any time, this facility should be prepared to submit their Application for Assessment for a Rated License no later than between April 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026. The following steps are how you can begin preparing for the Rated License process: If you choose Pathway 1: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Complete the “Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) Assessment Request” form electronically and submit to your child care consultant. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Begin planning for your three-month self-study using the applicable ITERS-3, ECERS-3, SACERS-U, OR FCCERS-3 books. • Prepare for Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) assessments. o Access resources, trainings, and outreach via ncrlap.org. o Work with CCR&R or Smart Start for support in preparation. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • If four-year-olds are enrolled, select and implement an approved curriculum. If you choose Pathway 2: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • Select and implement a curriculum. (4- and 5-star centers must use an approved curriculum and formative assessment tool for all ages.) • Arranging coaching or training options for administrators and lead teachers. • DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 2/20/2026. Your compliance documentation must include the following: • The name of your facility • The ID number of your facility • The date you write the letter • A corrective action statement for each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. • Your signature Please mail or email a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2026 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 2/6/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Your last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on February 17, 2025. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 90%. You, Brittney Harris, Director, assisted me with the visit. I reviewed with you today the information found in our system. You stated there have been no changes to your phone number, email address, mailing address, administrator, or owner. I reviewed the facilities permit with you today. This facility operates with a five-star license and is licensed for 39 children on first shift, ages 3-12 with an effective date of October 5, 2021. The following restrictions are listed: first shift, meets enhanced space and ratios, no children under three, reduced enhanced ratio by one, 35 square feet per child indoors, fellowship hall for gross motor play only. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC. was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website prior to today’s visit. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Visit Checklist for Child Care Centers” during today’s visit. I monitored for required postings including your: Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, daily schedules, activity plans, staff-child ratio worksheets, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor was completed. I observed the children’s arrival, breakfast, free choice activities indoors, lunch, and rest time. I was unable to monitor the outdoor area due to snow and ice. I will monitor the outdoor environment during my next visit. There were a variety of materials available to children. Materials and furnishings were found to be developmentally appropriate. You stated that there are currently no children with medications or medical action plans. You stated your program does not provide transportation. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on August 25, 2025, with three (3) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on July 10, 2025. The written administrative and personnel policies in the Employee Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were reviewed during today’s visit. The written operational policies and parent participation plan in the Parent Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were also reviewed during today’s visit. You were in the process of completing the Staff and Training Worksheets for existing staff during today’s visit. An additional unannounced visit will be conducted to monitor staff files. I verified that you completed the lead water testing required to be completed every three years. Today, I verified that those test results dated January 8, 2024, indicate that the facility’s water is within acceptable limits. I verified that the asbestos test results dated June 24, 2024, indicated that this facility has no asbestos hazards present. Lead-based paint test results date April 1, 2025, indicated that this facility has no lead-based paint hazards present. You stated and I verified that your facility uses Creative Curriculum as the approved curriculum for a 5-Star facility serving children who are four and five years of age. I monitored health and safety requirements. There are 31 children enrolled. I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system. Staff listed on the report are staff that were in the classroom. DIAL-4 is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used, and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. Parent involvement activities include home visits, parent/teacher conferences, class celebrations, and on-going communication with families. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 8:00 am to 2:30 pm and the staff hours are 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The arrival time for two (2) children was not documented in Space 1. The arrival time for three (3) children was not documented in Space 2. The arrival time of one (1) child was not documented in Space B101. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio worksheet was not posted in Space B101. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. The safe arrival and departure procedures were not posted in the facility. .1003(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space 2, two power strips located on a counter accessible to children were not covered with safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a medical report that was signed by a health care professional on 9/15/2025. 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a TB screening conducted on 9/15/2025. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a health questionnaire that was last updated on 1/16/2025. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a Criminal Background Check completed on 10/28/2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a staff development plan dated 1/28/2025 and an annual staff evaluation dated 1/9/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1311 Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. The emergency medical care information for a child (DOE: 7/30/2024) was last updated on 7/30/2024. .0802(c) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In Space 2, I observed one (1) teacher with twelve (12) children three to five years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The Division was not notified within five business days of any staff members currently employed at the facility through the ABCMS Provider Portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 did not have a signed acknowledgement of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy in their personnel file. .0608(d)(1-4) Technical Assistance: • To ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times. Today we discussed the importance of having substitute caregivers available to cover classrooms when unexpected absences occur. I also suggested that you move children to other classrooms as capacity and ratios allow to maintain compliance. Today we moved three children from Space 2 to Space 3 to allow your classrooms to be in ratio with one adult in the room. • The safe arrival and departure policy, staff/child ratio sheet, activity plans, and daily schedules support intentional supervision, developmentally appropriate practices, and consistency in daily routines. We reviewed strategies for staying compliant, including setting a weekly planning schedule and using dated lesson plan templates. When staff members are updating their schedule, I suggest that the original schedule stays in place and posted until the new schedule has been implemented and posted. As you and teachers make changes on your bulletin boards, ensure that all required postings are accounted for. We discussed assigning a staff member to verify that all required postings in the center are present and current. You corrected item # 802 today by posting the safe arrival and departure policy where families can view it. • I reviewed the importance of maintaining emergency medical care information needed for safe medical treatment for children. We discussed reviewing the forms thoroughly at enrollment, annually, and when changes occur to ensure all required information is present as this is necessary to ensure prompt and appropriate medical care in the event of an emergency. • To ensure the safety of children, it is essential that arrival and departure times are documented as children arrive and leave the facility. The daily sign in and out sheets are located at the entrance of the office. Today I suggested that these clipboards are moved to the door of each classroom to serve as a reminder to families to sign their child in and out. Today you corrected item # 125 by documenting the arrival time of six (6) children. • Today I encouraged you to have teachers complete a daily safety check of their classrooms prior to children arriving to check for hazards such as uncovered outlets. We discussed supplying each classroom with safety plugs to allow teachers to cover outlets when chargers are unplugged. You corrected item # 812 today by placing safety plugs in two (2) power strips located in Space 2. • The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working or who are hired at the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. You stated that you did not know how to add an employee to the Provider Portal. Today I walked you through the process of adding employees to the ABCMS Provider Portal and provided you with the technical assistance document found on the Division’s website. • Today I suggested that you continue using the Staff File Checklist as a consistent tool to verify that all required documents are obtained prior to the employee’s first day. We discussed that required documentation, including the Criminal Background Check, TB test or screening, and a medical report signed by a healthcare professional, is noted on the Staff File Checklist and must be obtained prior to the individual working. Having complete personnel files prior to employment supports child safety and ensures that individuals working with children are cleared to do so. • We reviewed the requirement that the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy must be reviewed and signed before an employee can care for children. The signed acknowledgement must be maintained in the personnel file. I suggested incorporating this review into the employee’s first day of orientation prior to caring for children. • I encouraged you to ensure that annual documentation, including health questionnaires, annual staff evaluations, and staff development plans, are completed and maintained consistently. I recommended implementing a training system (such as a spreadsheet, calendar reminder system, or compliance binder) to monitor due dates for annual paperwork. Establishing a tracking system helps prevent lapses. We also discussed the benefit of placing all staff members on a unified renewal schedule (for example: completing annual paperwork each August during classroom transitions or in January at the start of the calendar year). Aligning documentation timelines can simplify your tracking system. Consultation: 1. As discussed at our Technical Assist Visit on January 9, 2026, this facility should consider the QRIS options and make a decision as to the option the facility wishes to pursue for their rated license reassessment. While this facility may begin their rated license reassessment process at any time, this facility should be prepared to submit their Application for Assessment for a Rated License no later than between April 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026. The following steps are how you can begin preparing for the Rated License process: If you choose Pathway 1: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Complete the “Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) Assessment Request” form electronically and submit to your child care consultant. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Begin planning for your three-month self-study using the applicable ITERS-3, ECERS-3, SACERS-U, OR FCCERS-3 books. • Prepare for Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) assessments. o Access resources, trainings, and outreach via ncrlap.org. o Work with CCR&R or Smart Start for support in preparation. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • If four-year-olds are enrolled, select and implement an approved curriculum. If you choose Pathway 2: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • Select and implement a curriculum. (4- and 5-star centers must use an approved curriculum and formative assessment tool for all ages.) • Arranging coaching or training options for administrators and lead teachers. • DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 2/20/2026. Your compliance documentation must include the following: • The name of your facility • The ID number of your facility • The date you write the letter • A corrective action statement for each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. • Your signature Please mail or email a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2026 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 2/6/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Your last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on February 17, 2025. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 90%. You, Brittney Harris, Director, assisted me with the visit. I reviewed with you today the information found in our system. You stated there have been no changes to your phone number, email address, mailing address, administrator, or owner. I reviewed the facilities permit with you today. This facility operates with a five-star license and is licensed for 39 children on first shift, ages 3-12 with an effective date of October 5, 2021. The following restrictions are listed: first shift, meets enhanced space and ratios, no children under three, reduced enhanced ratio by one, 35 square feet per child indoors, fellowship hall for gross motor play only. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC. was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website prior to today’s visit. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Visit Checklist for Child Care Centers” during today’s visit. I monitored for required postings including your: Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, daily schedules, activity plans, staff-child ratio worksheets, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor was completed. I observed the children’s arrival, breakfast, free choice activities indoors, lunch, and rest time. I was unable to monitor the outdoor area due to snow and ice. I will monitor the outdoor environment during my next visit. There were a variety of materials available to children. Materials and furnishings were found to be developmentally appropriate. You stated that there are currently no children with medications or medical action plans. You stated your program does not provide transportation. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on August 25, 2025, with three (3) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on July 10, 2025. The written administrative and personnel policies in the Employee Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were reviewed during today’s visit. The written operational policies and parent participation plan in the Parent Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were also reviewed during today’s visit. You were in the process of completing the Staff and Training Worksheets for existing staff during today’s visit. An additional unannounced visit will be conducted to monitor staff files. I verified that you completed the lead water testing required to be completed every three years. Today, I verified that those test results dated January 8, 2024, indicate that the facility’s water is within acceptable limits. I verified that the asbestos test results dated June 24, 2024, indicated that this facility has no asbestos hazards present. Lead-based paint test results date April 1, 2025, indicated that this facility has no lead-based paint hazards present. You stated and I verified that your facility uses Creative Curriculum as the approved curriculum for a 5-Star facility serving children who are four and five years of age. I monitored health and safety requirements. There are 31 children enrolled. I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system. Staff listed on the report are staff that were in the classroom. DIAL-4 is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used, and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. Parent involvement activities include home visits, parent/teacher conferences, class celebrations, and on-going communication with families. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 8:00 am to 2:30 pm and the staff hours are 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The arrival time for two (2) children was not documented in Space 1. The arrival time for three (3) children was not documented in Space 2. The arrival time of one (1) child was not documented in Space B101. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio worksheet was not posted in Space B101. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. The safe arrival and departure procedures were not posted in the facility. .1003(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space 2, two power strips located on a counter accessible to children were not covered with safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a medical report that was signed by a health care professional on 9/15/2025. 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a TB screening conducted on 9/15/2025. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a health questionnaire that was last updated on 1/16/2025. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a Criminal Background Check completed on 10/28/2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a staff development plan dated 1/28/2025 and an annual staff evaluation dated 1/9/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1311 Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. The emergency medical care information for a child (DOE: 7/30/2024) was last updated on 7/30/2024. .0802(c) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In Space 2, I observed one (1) teacher with twelve (12) children three to five years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The Division was not notified within five business days of any staff members currently employed at the facility through the ABCMS Provider Portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 did not have a signed acknowledgement of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy in their personnel file. .0608(d)(1-4) Technical Assistance: • To ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times. Today we discussed the importance of having substitute caregivers available to cover classrooms when unexpected absences occur. I also suggested that you move children to other classrooms as capacity and ratios allow to maintain compliance. Today we moved three children from Space 2 to Space 3 to allow your classrooms to be in ratio with one adult in the room. • The safe arrival and departure policy, staff/child ratio sheet, activity plans, and daily schedules support intentional supervision, developmentally appropriate practices, and consistency in daily routines. We reviewed strategies for staying compliant, including setting a weekly planning schedule and using dated lesson plan templates. When staff members are updating their schedule, I suggest that the original schedule stays in place and posted until the new schedule has been implemented and posted. As you and teachers make changes on your bulletin boards, ensure that all required postings are accounted for. We discussed assigning a staff member to verify that all required postings in the center are present and current. You corrected item # 802 today by posting the safe arrival and departure policy where families can view it. • I reviewed the importance of maintaining emergency medical care information needed for safe medical treatment for children. We discussed reviewing the forms thoroughly at enrollment, annually, and when changes occur to ensure all required information is present as this is necessary to ensure prompt and appropriate medical care in the event of an emergency. • To ensure the safety of children, it is essential that arrival and departure times are documented as children arrive and leave the facility. The daily sign in and out sheets are located at the entrance of the office. Today I suggested that these clipboards are moved to the door of each classroom to serve as a reminder to families to sign their child in and out. Today you corrected item # 125 by documenting the arrival time of six (6) children. • Today I encouraged you to have teachers complete a daily safety check of their classrooms prior to children arriving to check for hazards such as uncovered outlets. We discussed supplying each classroom with safety plugs to allow teachers to cover outlets when chargers are unplugged. You corrected item # 812 today by placing safety plugs in two (2) power strips located in Space 2. • The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working or who are hired at the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. You stated that you did not know how to add an employee to the Provider Portal. Today I walked you through the process of adding employees to the ABCMS Provider Portal and provided you with the technical assistance document found on the Division’s website. • Today I suggested that you continue using the Staff File Checklist as a consistent tool to verify that all required documents are obtained prior to the employee’s first day. We discussed that required documentation, including the Criminal Background Check, TB test or screening, and a medical report signed by a healthcare professional, is noted on the Staff File Checklist and must be obtained prior to the individual working. Having complete personnel files prior to employment supports child safety and ensures that individuals working with children are cleared to do so. • We reviewed the requirement that the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy must be reviewed and signed before an employee can care for children. The signed acknowledgement must be maintained in the personnel file. I suggested incorporating this review into the employee’s first day of orientation prior to caring for children. • I encouraged you to ensure that annual documentation, including health questionnaires, annual staff evaluations, and staff development plans, are completed and maintained consistently. I recommended implementing a training system (such as a spreadsheet, calendar reminder system, or compliance binder) to monitor due dates for annual paperwork. Establishing a tracking system helps prevent lapses. We also discussed the benefit of placing all staff members on a unified renewal schedule (for example: completing annual paperwork each August during classroom transitions or in January at the start of the calendar year). Aligning documentation timelines can simplify your tracking system. Consultation: 1. As discussed at our Technical Assist Visit on January 9, 2026, this facility should consider the QRIS options and make a decision as to the option the facility wishes to pursue for their rated license reassessment. While this facility may begin their rated license reassessment process at any time, this facility should be prepared to submit their Application for Assessment for a Rated License no later than between April 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026. The following steps are how you can begin preparing for the Rated License process: If you choose Pathway 1: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Complete the “Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) Assessment Request” form electronically and submit to your child care consultant. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Begin planning for your three-month self-study using the applicable ITERS-3, ECERS-3, SACERS-U, OR FCCERS-3 books. • Prepare for Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) assessments. o Access resources, trainings, and outreach via ncrlap.org. o Work with CCR&R or Smart Start for support in preparation. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • If four-year-olds are enrolled, select and implement an approved curriculum. If you choose Pathway 2: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • Select and implement a curriculum. (4- and 5-star centers must use an approved curriculum and formative assessment tool for all ages.) • Arranging coaching or training options for administrators and lead teachers. • DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 2/20/2026. Your compliance documentation must include the following: • The name of your facility • The ID number of your facility • The date you write the letter • A corrective action statement for each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. • Your signature Please mail or email a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2026 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 2/6/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Your last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on February 17, 2025. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 90%. You, Brittney Harris, Director, assisted me with the visit. I reviewed with you today the information found in our system. You stated there have been no changes to your phone number, email address, mailing address, administrator, or owner. I reviewed the facilities permit with you today. This facility operates with a five-star license and is licensed for 39 children on first shift, ages 3-12 with an effective date of October 5, 2021. The following restrictions are listed: first shift, meets enhanced space and ratios, no children under three, reduced enhanced ratio by one, 35 square feet per child indoors, fellowship hall for gross motor play only. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC. was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website prior to today’s visit. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Visit Checklist for Child Care Centers” during today’s visit. I monitored for required postings including your: Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, daily schedules, activity plans, staff-child ratio worksheets, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor was completed. I observed the children’s arrival, breakfast, free choice activities indoors, lunch, and rest time. I was unable to monitor the outdoor area due to snow and ice. I will monitor the outdoor environment during my next visit. There were a variety of materials available to children. Materials and furnishings were found to be developmentally appropriate. You stated that there are currently no children with medications or medical action plans. You stated your program does not provide transportation. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on August 25, 2025, with three (3) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on July 10, 2025. The written administrative and personnel policies in the Employee Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were reviewed during today’s visit. The written operational policies and parent participation plan in the Parent Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were also reviewed during today’s visit. You were in the process of completing the Staff and Training Worksheets for existing staff during today’s visit. An additional unannounced visit will be conducted to monitor staff files. I verified that you completed the lead water testing required to be completed every three years. Today, I verified that those test results dated January 8, 2024, indicate that the facility’s water is within acceptable limits. I verified that the asbestos test results dated June 24, 2024, indicated that this facility has no asbestos hazards present. Lead-based paint test results date April 1, 2025, indicated that this facility has no lead-based paint hazards present. You stated and I verified that your facility uses Creative Curriculum as the approved curriculum for a 5-Star facility serving children who are four and five years of age. I monitored health and safety requirements. There are 31 children enrolled. I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system. Staff listed on the report are staff that were in the classroom. DIAL-4 is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used, and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. Parent involvement activities include home visits, parent/teacher conferences, class celebrations, and on-going communication with families. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 8:00 am to 2:30 pm and the staff hours are 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The arrival time for two (2) children was not documented in Space 1. The arrival time for three (3) children was not documented in Space 2. The arrival time of one (1) child was not documented in Space B101. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio worksheet was not posted in Space B101. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. The safe arrival and departure procedures were not posted in the facility. .1003(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space 2, two power strips located on a counter accessible to children were not covered with safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a medical report that was signed by a health care professional on 9/15/2025. 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a TB screening conducted on 9/15/2025. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a health questionnaire that was last updated on 1/16/2025. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a Criminal Background Check completed on 10/28/2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a staff development plan dated 1/28/2025 and an annual staff evaluation dated 1/9/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1311 Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. The emergency medical care information for a child (DOE: 7/30/2024) was last updated on 7/30/2024. .0802(c) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In Space 2, I observed one (1) teacher with twelve (12) children three to five years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The Division was not notified within five business days of any staff members currently employed at the facility through the ABCMS Provider Portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 did not have a signed acknowledgement of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy in their personnel file. .0608(d)(1-4) Technical Assistance: • To ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times. Today we discussed the importance of having substitute caregivers available to cover classrooms when unexpected absences occur. I also suggested that you move children to other classrooms as capacity and ratios allow to maintain compliance. Today we moved three children from Space 2 to Space 3 to allow your classrooms to be in ratio with one adult in the room. • The safe arrival and departure policy, staff/child ratio sheet, activity plans, and daily schedules support intentional supervision, developmentally appropriate practices, and consistency in daily routines. We reviewed strategies for staying compliant, including setting a weekly planning schedule and using dated lesson plan templates. When staff members are updating their schedule, I suggest that the original schedule stays in place and posted until the new schedule has been implemented and posted. As you and teachers make changes on your bulletin boards, ensure that all required postings are accounted for. We discussed assigning a staff member to verify that all required postings in the center are present and current. You corrected item # 802 today by posting the safe arrival and departure policy where families can view it. • I reviewed the importance of maintaining emergency medical care information needed for safe medical treatment for children. We discussed reviewing the forms thoroughly at enrollment, annually, and when changes occur to ensure all required information is present as this is necessary to ensure prompt and appropriate medical care in the event of an emergency. • To ensure the safety of children, it is essential that arrival and departure times are documented as children arrive and leave the facility. The daily sign in and out sheets are located at the entrance of the office. Today I suggested that these clipboards are moved to the door of each classroom to serve as a reminder to families to sign their child in and out. Today you corrected item # 125 by documenting the arrival time of six (6) children. • Today I encouraged you to have teachers complete a daily safety check of their classrooms prior to children arriving to check for hazards such as uncovered outlets. We discussed supplying each classroom with safety plugs to allow teachers to cover outlets when chargers are unplugged. You corrected item # 812 today by placing safety plugs in two (2) power strips located in Space 2. • The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working or who are hired at the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. You stated that you did not know how to add an employee to the Provider Portal. Today I walked you through the process of adding employees to the ABCMS Provider Portal and provided you with the technical assistance document found on the Division’s website. • Today I suggested that you continue using the Staff File Checklist as a consistent tool to verify that all required documents are obtained prior to the employee’s first day. We discussed that required documentation, including the Criminal Background Check, TB test or screening, and a medical report signed by a healthcare professional, is noted on the Staff File Checklist and must be obtained prior to the individual working. Having complete personnel files prior to employment supports child safety and ensures that individuals working with children are cleared to do so. • We reviewed the requirement that the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy must be reviewed and signed before an employee can care for children. The signed acknowledgement must be maintained in the personnel file. I suggested incorporating this review into the employee’s first day of orientation prior to caring for children. • I encouraged you to ensure that annual documentation, including health questionnaires, annual staff evaluations, and staff development plans, are completed and maintained consistently. I recommended implementing a training system (such as a spreadsheet, calendar reminder system, or compliance binder) to monitor due dates for annual paperwork. Establishing a tracking system helps prevent lapses. We also discussed the benefit of placing all staff members on a unified renewal schedule (for example: completing annual paperwork each August during classroom transitions or in January at the start of the calendar year). Aligning documentation timelines can simplify your tracking system. Consultation: 1. As discussed at our Technical Assist Visit on January 9, 2026, this facility should consider the QRIS options and make a decision as to the option the facility wishes to pursue for their rated license reassessment. While this facility may begin their rated license reassessment process at any time, this facility should be prepared to submit their Application for Assessment for a Rated License no later than between April 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026. The following steps are how you can begin preparing for the Rated License process: If you choose Pathway 1: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Complete the “Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) Assessment Request” form electronically and submit to your child care consultant. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Begin planning for your three-month self-study using the applicable ITERS-3, ECERS-3, SACERS-U, OR FCCERS-3 books. • Prepare for Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) assessments. o Access resources, trainings, and outreach via ncrlap.org. o Work with CCR&R or Smart Start for support in preparation. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • If four-year-olds are enrolled, select and implement an approved curriculum. If you choose Pathway 2: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • Select and implement a curriculum. (4- and 5-star centers must use an approved curriculum and formative assessment tool for all ages.) • Arranging coaching or training options for administrators and lead teachers. • DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 2/20/2026. Your compliance documentation must include the following: • The name of your facility • The ID number of your facility • The date you write the letter • A corrective action statement for each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. • Your signature Please mail or email a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 .2818 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2026 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 2/6/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Your last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on February 17, 2025. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 90%. You, Brittney Harris, Director, assisted me with the visit. I reviewed with you today the information found in our system. You stated there have been no changes to your phone number, email address, mailing address, administrator, or owner. I reviewed the facilities permit with you today. This facility operates with a five-star license and is licensed for 39 children on first shift, ages 3-12 with an effective date of October 5, 2021. The following restrictions are listed: first shift, meets enhanced space and ratios, no children under three, reduced enhanced ratio by one, 35 square feet per child indoors, fellowship hall for gross motor play only. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC. was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website prior to today’s visit. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Visit Checklist for Child Care Centers” during today’s visit. I monitored for required postings including your: Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, daily schedules, activity plans, staff-child ratio worksheets, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor was completed. I observed the children’s arrival, breakfast, free choice activities indoors, lunch, and rest time. I was unable to monitor the outdoor area due to snow and ice. I will monitor the outdoor environment during my next visit. There were a variety of materials available to children. Materials and furnishings were found to be developmentally appropriate. You stated that there are currently no children with medications or medical action plans. You stated your program does not provide transportation. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on August 25, 2025, with three (3) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on July 10, 2025. The written administrative and personnel policies in the Employee Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were reviewed during today’s visit. The written operational policies and parent participation plan in the Parent Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were also reviewed during today’s visit. You were in the process of completing the Staff and Training Worksheets for existing staff during today’s visit. An additional unannounced visit will be conducted to monitor staff files. I verified that you completed the lead water testing required to be completed every three years. Today, I verified that those test results dated January 8, 2024, indicate that the facility’s water is within acceptable limits. I verified that the asbestos test results dated June 24, 2024, indicated that this facility has no asbestos hazards present. Lead-based paint test results date April 1, 2025, indicated that this facility has no lead-based paint hazards present. You stated and I verified that your facility uses Creative Curriculum as the approved curriculum for a 5-Star facility serving children who are four and five years of age. I monitored health and safety requirements. There are 31 children enrolled. I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system. Staff listed on the report are staff that were in the classroom. DIAL-4 is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used, and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. Parent involvement activities include home visits, parent/teacher conferences, class celebrations, and on-going communication with families. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 8:00 am to 2:30 pm and the staff hours are 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The arrival time for two (2) children was not documented in Space 1. The arrival time for three (3) children was not documented in Space 2. The arrival time of one (1) child was not documented in Space B101. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio worksheet was not posted in Space B101. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. The safe arrival and departure procedures were not posted in the facility. .1003(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space 2, two power strips located on a counter accessible to children were not covered with safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a medical report that was signed by a health care professional on 9/15/2025. 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a TB screening conducted on 9/15/2025. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a health questionnaire that was last updated on 1/16/2025. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a Criminal Background Check completed on 10/28/2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a staff development plan dated 1/28/2025 and an annual staff evaluation dated 1/9/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1311 Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. The emergency medical care information for a child (DOE: 7/30/2024) was last updated on 7/30/2024. .0802(c) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In Space 2, I observed one (1) teacher with twelve (12) children three to five years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The Division was not notified within five business days of any staff members currently employed at the facility through the ABCMS Provider Portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 did not have a signed acknowledgement of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy in their personnel file. .0608(d)(1-4) Technical Assistance: • To ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times. Today we discussed the importance of having substitute caregivers available to cover classrooms when unexpected absences occur. I also suggested that you move children to other classrooms as capacity and ratios allow to maintain compliance. Today we moved three children from Space 2 to Space 3 to allow your classrooms to be in ratio with one adult in the room. • The safe arrival and departure policy, staff/child ratio sheet, activity plans, and daily schedules support intentional supervision, developmentally appropriate practices, and consistency in daily routines. We reviewed strategies for staying compliant, including setting a weekly planning schedule and using dated lesson plan templates. When staff members are updating their schedule, I suggest that the original schedule stays in place and posted until the new schedule has been implemented and posted. As you and teachers make changes on your bulletin boards, ensure that all required postings are accounted for. We discussed assigning a staff member to verify that all required postings in the center are present and current. You corrected item # 802 today by posting the safe arrival and departure policy where families can view it. • I reviewed the importance of maintaining emergency medical care information needed for safe medical treatment for children. We discussed reviewing the forms thoroughly at enrollment, annually, and when changes occur to ensure all required information is present as this is necessary to ensure prompt and appropriate medical care in the event of an emergency. • To ensure the safety of children, it is essential that arrival and departure times are documented as children arrive and leave the facility. The daily sign in and out sheets are located at the entrance of the office. Today I suggested that these clipboards are moved to the door of each classroom to serve as a reminder to families to sign their child in and out. Today you corrected item # 125 by documenting the arrival time of six (6) children. • Today I encouraged you to have teachers complete a daily safety check of their classrooms prior to children arriving to check for hazards such as uncovered outlets. We discussed supplying each classroom with safety plugs to allow teachers to cover outlets when chargers are unplugged. You corrected item # 812 today by placing safety plugs in two (2) power strips located in Space 2. • The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working or who are hired at the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. You stated that you did not know how to add an employee to the Provider Portal. Today I walked you through the process of adding employees to the ABCMS Provider Portal and provided you with the technical assistance document found on the Division’s website. • Today I suggested that you continue using the Staff File Checklist as a consistent tool to verify that all required documents are obtained prior to the employee’s first day. We discussed that required documentation, including the Criminal Background Check, TB test or screening, and a medical report signed by a healthcare professional, is noted on the Staff File Checklist and must be obtained prior to the individual working. Having complete personnel files prior to employment supports child safety and ensures that individuals working with children are cleared to do so. • We reviewed the requirement that the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy must be reviewed and signed before an employee can care for children. The signed acknowledgement must be maintained in the personnel file. I suggested incorporating this review into the employee’s first day of orientation prior to caring for children. • I encouraged you to ensure that annual documentation, including health questionnaires, annual staff evaluations, and staff development plans, are completed and maintained consistently. I recommended implementing a training system (such as a spreadsheet, calendar reminder system, or compliance binder) to monitor due dates for annual paperwork. Establishing a tracking system helps prevent lapses. We also discussed the benefit of placing all staff members on a unified renewal schedule (for example: completing annual paperwork each August during classroom transitions or in January at the start of the calendar year). Aligning documentation timelines can simplify your tracking system. Consultation: 1. As discussed at our Technical Assist Visit on January 9, 2026, this facility should consider the QRIS options and make a decision as to the option the facility wishes to pursue for their rated license reassessment. While this facility may begin their rated license reassessment process at any time, this facility should be prepared to submit their Application for Assessment for a Rated License no later than between April 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026. The following steps are how you can begin preparing for the Rated License process: If you choose Pathway 1: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Complete the “Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) Assessment Request” form electronically and submit to your child care consultant. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Begin planning for your three-month self-study using the applicable ITERS-3, ECERS-3, SACERS-U, OR FCCERS-3 books. • Prepare for Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) assessments. o Access resources, trainings, and outreach via ncrlap.org. o Work with CCR&R or Smart Start for support in preparation. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • If four-year-olds are enrolled, select and implement an approved curriculum. If you choose Pathway 2: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • Select and implement a curriculum. (4- and 5-star centers must use an approved curriculum and formative assessment tool for all ages.) • Arranging coaching or training options for administrators and lead teachers. • DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 2/20/2026. Your compliance documentation must include the following: • The name of your facility • The ID number of your facility • The date you write the letter • A corrective action statement for each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. • Your signature Please mail or email a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2026 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 2/6/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Your last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on February 17, 2025. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 90%. You, Brittney Harris, Director, assisted me with the visit. I reviewed with you today the information found in our system. You stated there have been no changes to your phone number, email address, mailing address, administrator, or owner. I reviewed the facilities permit with you today. This facility operates with a five-star license and is licensed for 39 children on first shift, ages 3-12 with an effective date of October 5, 2021. The following restrictions are listed: first shift, meets enhanced space and ratios, no children under three, reduced enhanced ratio by one, 35 square feet per child indoors, fellowship hall for gross motor play only. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC. was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website prior to today’s visit. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Visit Checklist for Child Care Centers” during today’s visit. I monitored for required postings including your: Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, daily schedules, activity plans, staff-child ratio worksheets, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor was completed. I observed the children’s arrival, breakfast, free choice activities indoors, lunch, and rest time. I was unable to monitor the outdoor area due to snow and ice. I will monitor the outdoor environment during my next visit. There were a variety of materials available to children. Materials and furnishings were found to be developmentally appropriate. You stated that there are currently no children with medications or medical action plans. You stated your program does not provide transportation. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on August 25, 2025, with three (3) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on July 10, 2025. The written administrative and personnel policies in the Employee Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were reviewed during today’s visit. The written operational policies and parent participation plan in the Parent Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were also reviewed during today’s visit. You were in the process of completing the Staff and Training Worksheets for existing staff during today’s visit. An additional unannounced visit will be conducted to monitor staff files. I verified that you completed the lead water testing required to be completed every three years. Today, I verified that those test results dated January 8, 2024, indicate that the facility’s water is within acceptable limits. I verified that the asbestos test results dated June 24, 2024, indicated that this facility has no asbestos hazards present. Lead-based paint test results date April 1, 2025, indicated that this facility has no lead-based paint hazards present. You stated and I verified that your facility uses Creative Curriculum as the approved curriculum for a 5-Star facility serving children who are four and five years of age. I monitored health and safety requirements. There are 31 children enrolled. I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system. Staff listed on the report are staff that were in the classroom. DIAL-4 is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used, and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. Parent involvement activities include home visits, parent/teacher conferences, class celebrations, and on-going communication with families. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 8:00 am to 2:30 pm and the staff hours are 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The arrival time for two (2) children was not documented in Space 1. The arrival time for three (3) children was not documented in Space 2. The arrival time of one (1) child was not documented in Space B101. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio worksheet was not posted in Space B101. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. The safe arrival and departure procedures were not posted in the facility. .1003(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space 2, two power strips located on a counter accessible to children were not covered with safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a medical report that was signed by a health care professional on 9/15/2025. 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a TB screening conducted on 9/15/2025. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a health questionnaire that was last updated on 1/16/2025. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a Criminal Background Check completed on 10/28/2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a staff development plan dated 1/28/2025 and an annual staff evaluation dated 1/9/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1311 Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. The emergency medical care information for a child (DOE: 7/30/2024) was last updated on 7/30/2024. .0802(c) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In Space 2, I observed one (1) teacher with twelve (12) children three to five years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The Division was not notified within five business days of any staff members currently employed at the facility through the ABCMS Provider Portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 did not have a signed acknowledgement of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy in their personnel file. .0608(d)(1-4) Technical Assistance: • To ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times. Today we discussed the importance of having substitute caregivers available to cover classrooms when unexpected absences occur. I also suggested that you move children to other classrooms as capacity and ratios allow to maintain compliance. Today we moved three children from Space 2 to Space 3 to allow your classrooms to be in ratio with one adult in the room. • The safe arrival and departure policy, staff/child ratio sheet, activity plans, and daily schedules support intentional supervision, developmentally appropriate practices, and consistency in daily routines. We reviewed strategies for staying compliant, including setting a weekly planning schedule and using dated lesson plan templates. When staff members are updating their schedule, I suggest that the original schedule stays in place and posted until the new schedule has been implemented and posted. As you and teachers make changes on your bulletin boards, ensure that all required postings are accounted for. We discussed assigning a staff member to verify that all required postings in the center are present and current. You corrected item # 802 today by posting the safe arrival and departure policy where families can view it. • I reviewed the importance of maintaining emergency medical care information needed for safe medical treatment for children. We discussed reviewing the forms thoroughly at enrollment, annually, and when changes occur to ensure all required information is present as this is necessary to ensure prompt and appropriate medical care in the event of an emergency. • To ensure the safety of children, it is essential that arrival and departure times are documented as children arrive and leave the facility. The daily sign in and out sheets are located at the entrance of the office. Today I suggested that these clipboards are moved to the door of each classroom to serve as a reminder to families to sign their child in and out. Today you corrected item # 125 by documenting the arrival time of six (6) children. • Today I encouraged you to have teachers complete a daily safety check of their classrooms prior to children arriving to check for hazards such as uncovered outlets. We discussed supplying each classroom with safety plugs to allow teachers to cover outlets when chargers are unplugged. You corrected item # 812 today by placing safety plugs in two (2) power strips located in Space 2. • The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working or who are hired at the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. You stated that you did not know how to add an employee to the Provider Portal. Today I walked you through the process of adding employees to the ABCMS Provider Portal and provided you with the technical assistance document found on the Division’s website. • Today I suggested that you continue using the Staff File Checklist as a consistent tool to verify that all required documents are obtained prior to the employee’s first day. We discussed that required documentation, including the Criminal Background Check, TB test or screening, and a medical report signed by a healthcare professional, is noted on the Staff File Checklist and must be obtained prior to the individual working. Having complete personnel files prior to employment supports child safety and ensures that individuals working with children are cleared to do so. • We reviewed the requirement that the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy must be reviewed and signed before an employee can care for children. The signed acknowledgement must be maintained in the personnel file. I suggested incorporating this review into the employee’s first day of orientation prior to caring for children. • I encouraged you to ensure that annual documentation, including health questionnaires, annual staff evaluations, and staff development plans, are completed and maintained consistently. I recommended implementing a training system (such as a spreadsheet, calendar reminder system, or compliance binder) to monitor due dates for annual paperwork. Establishing a tracking system helps prevent lapses. We also discussed the benefit of placing all staff members on a unified renewal schedule (for example: completing annual paperwork each August during classroom transitions or in January at the start of the calendar year). Aligning documentation timelines can simplify your tracking system. Consultation: 1. As discussed at our Technical Assist Visit on January 9, 2026, this facility should consider the QRIS options and make a decision as to the option the facility wishes to pursue for their rated license reassessment. While this facility may begin their rated license reassessment process at any time, this facility should be prepared to submit their Application for Assessment for a Rated License no later than between April 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026. The following steps are how you can begin preparing for the Rated License process: If you choose Pathway 1: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Complete the “Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) Assessment Request” form electronically and submit to your child care consultant. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Begin planning for your three-month self-study using the applicable ITERS-3, ECERS-3, SACERS-U, OR FCCERS-3 books. • Prepare for Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) assessments. o Access resources, trainings, and outreach via ncrlap.org. o Work with CCR&R or Smart Start for support in preparation. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • If four-year-olds are enrolled, select and implement an approved curriculum. If you choose Pathway 2: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • Select and implement a curriculum. (4- and 5-star centers must use an approved curriculum and formative assessment tool for all ages.) • Arranging coaching or training options for administrators and lead teachers. • DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 2/20/2026. Your compliance documentation must include the following: • The name of your facility • The ID number of your facility • The date you write the letter • A corrective action statement for each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. • Your signature Please mail or email a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2026 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 2/6/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Your last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on February 17, 2025. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 90%. You, Brittney Harris, Director, assisted me with the visit. I reviewed with you today the information found in our system. You stated there have been no changes to your phone number, email address, mailing address, administrator, or owner. I reviewed the facilities permit with you today. This facility operates with a five-star license and is licensed for 39 children on first shift, ages 3-12 with an effective date of October 5, 2021. The following restrictions are listed: first shift, meets enhanced space and ratios, no children under three, reduced enhanced ratio by one, 35 square feet per child indoors, fellowship hall for gross motor play only. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC. was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website prior to today’s visit. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Visit Checklist for Child Care Centers” during today’s visit. I monitored for required postings including your: Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, daily schedules, activity plans, staff-child ratio worksheets, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor was completed. I observed the children’s arrival, breakfast, free choice activities indoors, lunch, and rest time. I was unable to monitor the outdoor area due to snow and ice. I will monitor the outdoor environment during my next visit. There were a variety of materials available to children. Materials and furnishings were found to be developmentally appropriate. You stated that there are currently no children with medications or medical action plans. You stated your program does not provide transportation. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on August 25, 2025, with three (3) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on July 10, 2025. The written administrative and personnel policies in the Employee Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were reviewed during today’s visit. The written operational policies and parent participation plan in the Parent Handbook dated January 29, 2025, were also reviewed during today’s visit. You were in the process of completing the Staff and Training Worksheets for existing staff during today’s visit. An additional unannounced visit will be conducted to monitor staff files. I verified that you completed the lead water testing required to be completed every three years. Today, I verified that those test results dated January 8, 2024, indicate that the facility’s water is within acceptable limits. I verified that the asbestos test results dated June 24, 2024, indicated that this facility has no asbestos hazards present. Lead-based paint test results date April 1, 2025, indicated that this facility has no lead-based paint hazards present. You stated and I verified that your facility uses Creative Curriculum as the approved curriculum for a 5-Star facility serving children who are four and five years of age. I monitored health and safety requirements. There are 31 children enrolled. I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system. Staff listed on the report are staff that were in the classroom. DIAL-4 is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used, and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. Parent involvement activities include home visits, parent/teacher conferences, class celebrations, and on-going communication with families. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 8:00 am to 2:30 pm and the staff hours are 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The arrival time for two (2) children was not documented in Space 1. The arrival time for three (3) children was not documented in Space 2. The arrival time of one (1) child was not documented in Space B101. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio worksheet was not posted in Space B101. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in Space 2. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. The safe arrival and departure procedures were not posted in the facility. .1003(b) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space 2, two power strips located on a counter accessible to children were not covered with safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a medical report that was signed by a health care professional on 9/15/2025. 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. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a TB screening conducted on 9/15/2025. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a health questionnaire that was last updated on 1/16/2025. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 had a Criminal Background Check completed on 10/28/2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. A staff member hired 3/24/2020 had a staff development plan dated 1/28/2025 and an annual staff evaluation dated 1/9/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1311 Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. The emergency medical care information for a child (DOE: 7/30/2024) was last updated on 7/30/2024. .0802(c) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In Space 2, I observed one (1) teacher with twelve (12) children three to five years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The Division was not notified within five business days of any staff members currently employed at the facility through the ABCMS Provider Portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member hired 8/1/2025 did not have a signed acknowledgement of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy in their personnel file. .0608(d)(1-4) Technical Assistance: • To ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times. Today we discussed the importance of having substitute caregivers available to cover classrooms when unexpected absences occur. I also suggested that you move children to other classrooms as capacity and ratios allow to maintain compliance. Today we moved three children from Space 2 to Space 3 to allow your classrooms to be in ratio with one adult in the room. • The safe arrival and departure policy, staff/child ratio sheet, activity plans, and daily schedules support intentional supervision, developmentally appropriate practices, and consistency in daily routines. We reviewed strategies for staying compliant, including setting a weekly planning schedule and using dated lesson plan templates. When staff members are updating their schedule, I suggest that the original schedule stays in place and posted until the new schedule has been implemented and posted. As you and teachers make changes on your bulletin boards, ensure that all required postings are accounted for. We discussed assigning a staff member to verify that all required postings in the center are present and current. You corrected item # 802 today by posting the safe arrival and departure policy where families can view it. • I reviewed the importance of maintaining emergency medical care information needed for safe medical treatment for children. We discussed reviewing the forms thoroughly at enrollment, annually, and when changes occur to ensure all required information is present as this is necessary to ensure prompt and appropriate medical care in the event of an emergency. • To ensure the safety of children, it is essential that arrival and departure times are documented as children arrive and leave the facility. The daily sign in and out sheets are located at the entrance of the office. Today I suggested that these clipboards are moved to the door of each classroom to serve as a reminder to families to sign their child in and out. Today you corrected item # 125 by documenting the arrival time of six (6) children. • Today I encouraged you to have teachers complete a daily safety check of their classrooms prior to children arriving to check for hazards such as uncovered outlets. We discussed supplying each classroom with safety plugs to allow teachers to cover outlets when chargers are unplugged. You corrected item # 812 today by placing safety plugs in two (2) power strips located in Space 2. • The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working or who are hired at the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. You stated that you did not know how to add an employee to the Provider Portal. Today I walked you through the process of adding employees to the ABCMS Provider Portal and provided you with the technical assistance document found on the Division’s website. • Today I suggested that you continue using the Staff File Checklist as a consistent tool to verify that all required documents are obtained prior to the employee’s first day. We discussed that required documentation, including the Criminal Background Check, TB test or screening, and a medical report signed by a healthcare professional, is noted on the Staff File Checklist and must be obtained prior to the individual working. Having complete personnel files prior to employment supports child safety and ensures that individuals working with children are cleared to do so. • We reviewed the requirement that the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy must be reviewed and signed before an employee can care for children. The signed acknowledgement must be maintained in the personnel file. I suggested incorporating this review into the employee’s first day of orientation prior to caring for children. • I encouraged you to ensure that annual documentation, including health questionnaires, annual staff evaluations, and staff development plans, are completed and maintained consistently. I recommended implementing a training system (such as a spreadsheet, calendar reminder system, or compliance binder) to monitor due dates for annual paperwork. Establishing a tracking system helps prevent lapses. We also discussed the benefit of placing all staff members on a unified renewal schedule (for example: completing annual paperwork each August during classroom transitions or in January at the start of the calendar year). Aligning documentation timelines can simplify your tracking system. Consultation: 1. As discussed at our Technical Assist Visit on January 9, 2026, this facility should consider the QRIS options and make a decision as to the option the facility wishes to pursue for their rated license reassessment. While this facility may begin their rated license reassessment process at any time, this facility should be prepared to submit their Application for Assessment for a Rated License no later than between April 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026. The following steps are how you can begin preparing for the Rated License process: If you choose Pathway 1: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Complete the “Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) Assessment Request” form electronically and submit to your child care consultant. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Begin planning for your three-month self-study using the applicable ITERS-3, ECERS-3, SACERS-U, OR FCCERS-3 books. • Prepare for Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) assessments. o Access resources, trainings, and outreach via ncrlap.org. o Work with CCR&R or Smart Start for support in preparation. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • If four-year-olds are enrolled, select and implement an approved curriculum. If you choose Pathway 2: • Complete the “Application For Assessment for a Rated License for Centers” electronically and submit to your child care consultant by July 1, 2026. • Confirm all staff have active WORKS accounts. • Complete the QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet electronically. • Identify CQI goals and begin planning for implementation. • Develop strategies for Family and Community Engagement. • Select and implement a curriculum. (4- and 5-star centers must use an approved curriculum and formative assessment tool for all ages.) • Arranging coaching or training options for administrators and lead teachers. • DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 2/20/2026. Your compliance documentation must include the following: • The name of your facility • The ID number of your facility • The date you write the letter • A corrective action statement for each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. • Your signature Please mail or email a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/28/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 7/28/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 175 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care Requirements. Your last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on February 17, 2025. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 91%. You, Brittney Harris, Director, assisted me with the visit. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC., was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website today. I observed your Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, staff-child ratio worksheets, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans posted as required. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor and outdoor spaces was completed. I observed the children participating in free choice activities indoors and outdoors. You stated no children currently enrolled have medications or Medical Action Plans. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on April 24, 2025, with three (3) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on July 10, 2025. There have been no new staff members hired since the last visit. Criminal Background Checks, CPR/First Aid, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, and BSAC trainings were monitored in staff files. R. Smith's qualification letter expired March 24, 2025. This violation must be corrected within fifteen (15) days and a copy of the qualification letter must be sent to me with the required compliance letter. Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last documented fire drill occurred on May 30, 2025. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). A staff member's qualification letter expired on March 24, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) Technical Assistance: • To ensure monthly fire drills are completed and documented, place a reminder on your calendar each month. I suggested that you complete documentation of the fire drill immediately following the completed drill so that you do not forget. You stated that you completed a fire drill on June 25, 2025, but could not find documentation of the drill. • To ensure qualification letters do not expire, implement a tracking system with reminders for upcoming expiration dates. You may utilize the ABCMS Provider Portal to track these dates. Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the employee must submit the required forms and complete a criminal background check. You stated that you were under the impression that the employee had updated her qualification letter but did not have the new letter on file. When reviewing documentation, we found that the staff member’s fingerprints had not been submitted electronically and a physical copy had not been mailed to Raleigh, therefore a new letter had not been issued. You stated that you will have the staff member complete electronic fingerprinting this week and submit the qualification letter to me. Consultation: • DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 8/11/2025. Your compliance documentation must include the following: • The name of your facility • The ID number of your facility • The date you write the letter • A corrective action statement for each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. • A compliance plan statement for each violation stating how you plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. • Your signature Please mail or email a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2025 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 2/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 260 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 01:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. Your last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on March 6, 2024. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 94%. You, Brittney Harris, Director, assisted me with the visit. I reviewed with you today the information found in our system. You stated there have been no changes to your phone number, email address, mailing address, administrator, or owner. I reviewed the facilities permit with you today. This facility operates with a five-star license and is licensed for 39 children on first shift, ages 3-12 with an effective date of October 5, 2021. The following restrictions are listed: first shift, meets enhanced space and ratios, no children under three, reduced enhanced ratio by one, 35 square feet per child indoors, fellowship hall for gross motor play only. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC. was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website today. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Visit Checklist for Child Care Centers” during today’s visit. I monitored for required postings including your: Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, daily schedules, activity plans, staff-child ratio worksheets, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor and outdoor spaces was completed. I observed the children participating in free choice activities indoors, during transitions to and from outdoors, and the bathroom routine. There were a variety of materials available to children. Materials and furnishings were found to be developmentally appropriate. All medications and accompanying documentation were monitored. You stated your program does not provide transportation. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on November 7, 2024, with five (5) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on September 11, 2024. There has been one new staff member hired since the last visit. I monitored their file and a portion of existing staff files during today’s visit. There are 24 children enrolled. I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system. Staff listed on the report are staff that were in the classroom. Ages and Stages Questionnaire is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used, and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. Parent involvement activities include home visits, parent/teacher conferences, class celebrations, and on-going communication with families. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 7:45 to 2:30 and the staff hours are 7:30 to 3:30. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The arrival time for one child was not documented in Space 1. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/child ratios applicable to the classroom were not posted in Space 1 and Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. The Medication Administration Permission Form in Space 2 did not have an amount listed for Carmex. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1764 A health assessment was not on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child entered the NC Pre-K program or the health assessment was more than 12 months old at the time of program entry. A health assessment was not on file for a child enrolled on 8/23/2024. .3005(a) Technical Assistance: • It is essential that arrival and departure times are documented. Today we discussed posting a reminder on the door of the classroom to remind families to sign their child in upon arrival. I suggested that staff should verify this after each entry to ensure accurate daily documentation of arrival times. • To ensure that staff/child ratio worksheets are consistently posted in the classroom, I recommend implementing a weekly classroom checklist for teachers to use. This checklist should include a task to verify that all required postings, including the staff/child ratio, are displayed and accurate. • Children that are enrolled in the NC Pre-K program must have a health assessment on file within 30 days after a child enters the program. The health assessment must include a physical examination, updated immunizations, vision screening, hearing screening, and dental screening. You are currently utilizing the Children’s File Checklist to organize children’s files and completing periodic compliance checks to obtain and update documents. Today we discussed providing families with several verbal and written reminders throughout the first 30 days to ensure you obtain all the required documents. • Medication Administration Permission Forms for Over-The-Counter Topical Medications must have an amount to be administered documented. We discussed that the amount can be listed as rice size, pea size, dime size, etc. To ensure that all Medication Administration Permission Forms are completed accurately, I suggested that medications and forms be approved through the director prior to going into the classroom. Consultation: • NEW QRIS MODERNIZATION PLAN: The new QRIS Modernization Plan known as “Pathways to Success” is being added to law which includes moving to the use of the updated Environmental Rating Scale (ERS-3 versions) for ITERS, ECERS, and FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. DCDEE and the NC Child Care Commission will continue the rulemaking process to add the rule language to child care requirements. This process with take several months. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended. Star rated license reassessments are postponed until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. A pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies may now move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing: Accreditation Licensure Request Form. Please be reminded any ERS assessment completed on February 1, 2025 and after will be assessed using the ERS-3 versions. • DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New • ABCMS SYSTEM: The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working who are hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement as stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. • Child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 which requires a child care center operator to: schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection, to notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection, and to submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. • Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. • Though it was not an issue today, we discussed that each activity area must have enough materials to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether they choose the same or different activities. Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 3/3/2025. Your compliance documentation must include the following: • The name of your facility • The ID number of your facility • The date you write the letter • A corrective action statement for each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. • A compliance plan statement for each violation stating how you plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. • Your signature Please mail or email a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2025 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 2/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 260 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 01:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. Your last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on March 6, 2024. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 94%. You, Brittney Harris, Director, assisted me with the visit. I reviewed with you today the information found in our system. You stated there have been no changes to your phone number, email address, mailing address, administrator, or owner. I reviewed the facilities permit with you today. This facility operates with a five-star license and is licensed for 39 children on first shift, ages 3-12 with an effective date of October 5, 2021. The following restrictions are listed: first shift, meets enhanced space and ratios, no children under three, reduced enhanced ratio by one, 35 square feet per child indoors, fellowship hall for gross motor play only. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC. was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website today. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Visit Checklist for Child Care Centers” during today’s visit. I monitored for required postings including your: Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, daily schedules, activity plans, staff-child ratio worksheets, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor and outdoor spaces was completed. I observed the children participating in free choice activities indoors, during transitions to and from outdoors, and the bathroom routine. There were a variety of materials available to children. Materials and furnishings were found to be developmentally appropriate. All medications and accompanying documentation were monitored. You stated your program does not provide transportation. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on November 7, 2024, with five (5) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on September 11, 2024. There has been one new staff member hired since the last visit. I monitored their file and a portion of existing staff files during today’s visit. There are 24 children enrolled. I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system. Staff listed on the report are staff that were in the classroom. Ages and Stages Questionnaire is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used, and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. Parent involvement activities include home visits, parent/teacher conferences, class celebrations, and on-going communication with families. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 7:45 to 2:30 and the staff hours are 7:30 to 3:30. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The arrival time for one child was not documented in Space 1. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/child ratios applicable to the classroom were not posted in Space 1 and Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. The Medication Administration Permission Form in Space 2 did not have an amount listed for Carmex. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1764 A health assessment was not on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child entered the NC Pre-K program or the health assessment was more than 12 months old at the time of program entry. A health assessment was not on file for a child enrolled on 8/23/2024. .3005(a) Technical Assistance: • It is essential that arrival and departure times are documented. Today we discussed posting a reminder on the door of the classroom to remind families to sign their child in upon arrival. I suggested that staff should verify this after each entry to ensure accurate daily documentation of arrival times. • To ensure that staff/child ratio worksheets are consistently posted in the classroom, I recommend implementing a weekly classroom checklist for teachers to use. This checklist should include a task to verify that all required postings, including the staff/child ratio, are displayed and accurate. • Children that are enrolled in the NC Pre-K program must have a health assessment on file within 30 days after a child enters the program. The health assessment must include a physical examination, updated immunizations, vision screening, hearing screening, and dental screening. You are currently utilizing the Children’s File Checklist to organize children’s files and completing periodic compliance checks to obtain and update documents. Today we discussed providing families with several verbal and written reminders throughout the first 30 days to ensure you obtain all the required documents. • Medication Administration Permission Forms for Over-The-Counter Topical Medications must have an amount to be administered documented. We discussed that the amount can be listed as rice size, pea size, dime size, etc. To ensure that all Medication Administration Permission Forms are completed accurately, I suggested that medications and forms be approved through the director prior to going into the classroom. Consultation: • NEW QRIS MODERNIZATION PLAN: The new QRIS Modernization Plan known as “Pathways to Success” is being added to law which includes moving to the use of the updated Environmental Rating Scale (ERS-3 versions) for ITERS, ECERS, and FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. DCDEE and the NC Child Care Commission will continue the rulemaking process to add the rule language to child care requirements. This process with take several months. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended. Star rated license reassessments are postponed until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. A pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies may now move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing: Accreditation Licensure Request Form. Please be reminded any ERS assessment completed on February 1, 2025 and after will be assessed using the ERS-3 versions. • DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New • ABCMS SYSTEM: The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working who are hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement as stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. • Child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 which requires a child care center operator to: schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection, to notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection, and to submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. • Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. • Though it was not an issue today, we discussed that each activity area must have enough materials to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether they choose the same or different activities. Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 3/3/2025. Your compliance documentation must include the following: • The name of your facility • The ID number of your facility • The date you write the letter • A corrective action statement for each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. • A compliance plan statement for each violation stating how you plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. • Your signature Please mail or email a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2025 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 2/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 260 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 01:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. Your last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on March 6, 2024. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 94%. You, Brittney Harris, Director, assisted me with the visit. I reviewed with you today the information found in our system. You stated there have been no changes to your phone number, email address, mailing address, administrator, or owner. I reviewed the facilities permit with you today. This facility operates with a five-star license and is licensed for 39 children on first shift, ages 3-12 with an effective date of October 5, 2021. The following restrictions are listed: first shift, meets enhanced space and ratios, no children under three, reduced enhanced ratio by one, 35 square feet per child indoors, fellowship hall for gross motor play only. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC. was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website today. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Visit Checklist for Child Care Centers” during today’s visit. I monitored for required postings including your: Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, daily schedules, activity plans, staff-child ratio worksheets, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor and outdoor spaces was completed. I observed the children participating in free choice activities indoors, during transitions to and from outdoors, and the bathroom routine. There were a variety of materials available to children. Materials and furnishings were found to be developmentally appropriate. All medications and accompanying documentation were monitored. You stated your program does not provide transportation. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on November 7, 2024, with five (5) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on September 11, 2024. There has been one new staff member hired since the last visit. I monitored their file and a portion of existing staff files during today’s visit. There are 24 children enrolled. I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system. Staff listed on the report are staff that were in the classroom. Ages and Stages Questionnaire is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used, and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. Parent involvement activities include home visits, parent/teacher conferences, class celebrations, and on-going communication with families. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 7:45 to 2:30 and the staff hours are 7:30 to 3:30. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The arrival time for one child was not documented in Space 1. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/child ratios applicable to the classroom were not posted in Space 1 and Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. The Medication Administration Permission Form in Space 2 did not have an amount listed for Carmex. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1764 A health assessment was not on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child entered the NC Pre-K program or the health assessment was more than 12 months old at the time of program entry. A health assessment was not on file for a child enrolled on 8/23/2024. .3005(a) Technical Assistance: • It is essential that arrival and departure times are documented. Today we discussed posting a reminder on the door of the classroom to remind families to sign their child in upon arrival. I suggested that staff should verify this after each entry to ensure accurate daily documentation of arrival times. • To ensure that staff/child ratio worksheets are consistently posted in the classroom, I recommend implementing a weekly classroom checklist for teachers to use. This checklist should include a task to verify that all required postings, including the staff/child ratio, are displayed and accurate. • Children that are enrolled in the NC Pre-K program must have a health assessment on file within 30 days after a child enters the program. The health assessment must include a physical examination, updated immunizations, vision screening, hearing screening, and dental screening. You are currently utilizing the Children’s File Checklist to organize children’s files and completing periodic compliance checks to obtain and update documents. Today we discussed providing families with several verbal and written reminders throughout the first 30 days to ensure you obtain all the required documents. • Medication Administration Permission Forms for Over-The-Counter Topical Medications must have an amount to be administered documented. We discussed that the amount can be listed as rice size, pea size, dime size, etc. To ensure that all Medication Administration Permission Forms are completed accurately, I suggested that medications and forms be approved through the director prior to going into the classroom. Consultation: • NEW QRIS MODERNIZATION PLAN: The new QRIS Modernization Plan known as “Pathways to Success” is being added to law which includes moving to the use of the updated Environmental Rating Scale (ERS-3 versions) for ITERS, ECERS, and FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. DCDEE and the NC Child Care Commission will continue the rulemaking process to add the rule language to child care requirements. This process with take several months. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended. Star rated license reassessments are postponed until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. A pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies may now move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing: Accreditation Licensure Request Form. Please be reminded any ERS assessment completed on February 1, 2025 and after will be assessed using the ERS-3 versions. • DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New • ABCMS SYSTEM: The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working who are hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement as stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. • Child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 which requires a child care center operator to: schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection, to notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection, and to submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. • Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. • Though it was not an issue today, we discussed that each activity area must have enough materials to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether they choose the same or different activities. Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 3/3/2025. Your compliance documentation must include the following: • The name of your facility • The ID number of your facility • The date you write the letter • A corrective action statement for each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. • A compliance plan statement for each violation stating how you plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. • Your signature Please mail or email a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/17/2025 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 2/17/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 260 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 01:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. Your last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on March 6, 2024. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 94%. You, Brittney Harris, Director, assisted me with the visit. I reviewed with you today the information found in our system. You stated there have been no changes to your phone number, email address, mailing address, administrator, or owner. I reviewed the facilities permit with you today. This facility operates with a five-star license and is licensed for 39 children on first shift, ages 3-12 with an effective date of October 5, 2021. The following restrictions are listed: first shift, meets enhanced space and ratios, no children under three, reduced enhanced ratio by one, 35 square feet per child indoors, fellowship hall for gross motor play only. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC. was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website today. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Visit Checklist for Child Care Centers” during today’s visit. I monitored for required postings including your: Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, daily schedules, activity plans, staff-child ratio worksheets, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor and outdoor spaces was completed. I observed the children participating in free choice activities indoors, during transitions to and from outdoors, and the bathroom routine. There were a variety of materials available to children. Materials and furnishings were found to be developmentally appropriate. All medications and accompanying documentation were monitored. You stated your program does not provide transportation. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on November 7, 2024, with five (5) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on September 11, 2024. There has been one new staff member hired since the last visit. I monitored their file and a portion of existing staff files during today’s visit. There are 24 children enrolled. I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system. Staff listed on the report are staff that were in the classroom. Ages and Stages Questionnaire is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used, and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. Parent involvement activities include home visits, parent/teacher conferences, class celebrations, and on-going communication with families. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 7:45 to 2:30 and the staff hours are 7:30 to 3:30. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The arrival time for one child was not documented in Space 1. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/child ratios applicable to the classroom were not posted in Space 1 and Space 3. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. The Medication Administration Permission Form in Space 2 did not have an amount listed for Carmex. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1764 A health assessment was not on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child entered the NC Pre-K program or the health assessment was more than 12 months old at the time of program entry. A health assessment was not on file for a child enrolled on 8/23/2024. .3005(a) Technical Assistance: • It is essential that arrival and departure times are documented. Today we discussed posting a reminder on the door of the classroom to remind families to sign their child in upon arrival. I suggested that staff should verify this after each entry to ensure accurate daily documentation of arrival times. • To ensure that staff/child ratio worksheets are consistently posted in the classroom, I recommend implementing a weekly classroom checklist for teachers to use. This checklist should include a task to verify that all required postings, including the staff/child ratio, are displayed and accurate. • Children that are enrolled in the NC Pre-K program must have a health assessment on file within 30 days after a child enters the program. The health assessment must include a physical examination, updated immunizations, vision screening, hearing screening, and dental screening. You are currently utilizing the Children’s File Checklist to organize children’s files and completing periodic compliance checks to obtain and update documents. Today we discussed providing families with several verbal and written reminders throughout the first 30 days to ensure you obtain all the required documents. • Medication Administration Permission Forms for Over-The-Counter Topical Medications must have an amount to be administered documented. We discussed that the amount can be listed as rice size, pea size, dime size, etc. To ensure that all Medication Administration Permission Forms are completed accurately, I suggested that medications and forms be approved through the director prior to going into the classroom. Consultation: • NEW QRIS MODERNIZATION PLAN: The new QRIS Modernization Plan known as “Pathways to Success” is being added to law which includes moving to the use of the updated Environmental Rating Scale (ERS-3 versions) for ITERS, ECERS, and FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. DCDEE and the NC Child Care Commission will continue the rulemaking process to add the rule language to child care requirements. This process with take several months. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended. Star rated license reassessments are postponed until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. A pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies may now move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing: Accreditation Licensure Request Form. Please be reminded any ERS assessment completed on February 1, 2025 and after will be assessed using the ERS-3 versions. • DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New • ABCMS SYSTEM: The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working who are hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement as stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. • Child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0304 which requires a child care center operator to: schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection, to notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection, and to submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. • Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. • Though it was not an issue today, we discussed that each activity area must have enough materials to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether they choose the same or different activities. Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 3/3/2025. Your compliance documentation must include the following: • The name of your facility • The ID number of your facility • The date you write the letter • A corrective action statement for each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. • A compliance plan statement for each violation stating how you plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. • Your signature Please mail or email a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: ASHLYNN VAUGHAN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/1/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 8/1/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 265 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 02:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. Your last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on March 6, 2024. You, Brittney Lewis, Director, assisted me with the visit. Your facility, owned by FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY, N.C., INC. was current and active with the NC Secretary of State as viewed on the NC Secretary of State Website today. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 97%. I observed your Five-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, menu, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Sanitation placard, staff-child ratio worksheet, First Aid poster, tobacco free policy signage and evacuation plans posted as required. Child to staff ratios, group size, supervision, permit restrictions, and adequate and approved space were monitored. A walk-through of the indoor and outdoor spaces was completed. I observed the children during free-choice activities indoors and outdoors and engaged in teacher-directed activities. All medications and accompanying documentation were monitored. Program records were monitored, including emergency drills, fire drills, monthly outdoor inspections, and incident logs. A sanitation inspection was conducted on May 22, 2024, with five (5) demerits and a superior classification. A fire inspection was conducted on July 11, 2023. There have been no new staff hired since the last visit. Criminal Background Checks, CPR/First Aid, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training were all monitored. Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last satisfactory fire inspection was conducted on 7/11/2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff member hired 9/11/2023 did not have certification in First Aid. One staff member hired 4/8/2008 did not have certification in First Aid. One staff member hired 3/24/2020 did not have certification in First Aid. One staff member hired 4/22/2002 did not have certification in First Aid. One staff member hired 9/25/2023 did not have certification in First Aid. One staff member hired 12/18/2023 did not have certification in First Aid. One staff member's First Aid certification expired in March 2024. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff member's CPR certification expired in March 2024. .1102(d) Technical Assistance: - When signing up to take First Aid and CPR, utilize the "Be a Smart Consumer of First Aid and CPR Training" document found on the DCDEE website to find trainings that meet the NC child care requirements. - Mark your yearly fire inspection on your calendar to ensure that your fire inspection is scheduled and completed prior to the due date. Consultation: - Visit NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at http://healthychildcare.unc.edu to find the following resources: technical assistance, coaching support, resources, handwashing and diapering posters, monthly newsletters, and a list of approved in-service trainings including, but not limited to, ITS-SIDS training and Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training. - Kimberly Cruz, Child Care Health Consultant, is available to provide trainings and technical assistance for your teachers and children. Her email address is kimberly.cruz@rowancountync.gov and her phone number is 704-216-8806. - The Change of Information form for CBC is listed in law. When a new staff member starts working at a facility and gives the administrator a CBC qualification letter that was previously completed while working at another facility, but is still current, the administrator must send a Change of Information form for that new staff member to the CBC unit. The Change of Information form can be found on DCDEE’s website under Provider Documents and Forms. Child care programs are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. COMPLIANCE PLAN: Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received by me no later than 8/15/2024, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Please mail or email me a signed copy of the letter to: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1078 Faith, NC 28041 Email: ashlynn.vaughan@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. If a letter is not received by the required date an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted to confirm the violations were corrected or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A https://www.msn.com/enus/feedNCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please Note: Please be aware that any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If you state in your compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. We appreciate all you and your staff do to serve the children and families in your community. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 330-3722 or by email at ashlynn.vaughan@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: CAROLYN CONLEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/6/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 3/6/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this visit is to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on March16, 2024. The ERS assessments were conducted in September 2021. The facility’s license has an effective date of October 5, 2021, and has the following restrictions listed: daytime care only; reduced enhanced ratios by one child per group; 35 square feet per child indoors; fellowship hall gross motor play only; no children under three and meets enhanced space and ratios. The 18-month compliance history prior to today’s visit was at 97%. The Secretary of State’s website was monitored, and FIRST UNITED METH. CHURCH OF SALISBURY, NC, INC. is active and current. Upon arrival, I was greeted by you, Brittany Lewis, Administrator, and I stated the reason for my visit. You accompanied me during the walkthrough of the facility. I completed the "Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Centers" during today's visit. I observed the children during art activity at the table, hand-washing routines, free choice activities indoors, lunch and nap time. We observed positive interactions between staff and the children. I monitored staff/child ratios, group size and supervision. I did not monitor the outdoor play due to rainy conditions. I monitored the outdoor play inspections. I reviewed the emergency drills, and they are occurring as required. The fire inspection was conducted on July 11, 2023. A sanitation inspection was conducted on November 8, 2023, with four demerits. There have been three new staff members hired since the last visit. I monitored a portion of the existing staff files. Health and Safety requirements were monitored. There are 26 children enrolled and I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system and the staff listed in the report are staff that work in the classroom. You stated that the Ages and Stages Questionnaire is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. You stated that parent involvement activities include home visits the beginning of the school year, parent teacher conferences, monthly newsletters, take home projects and participating in classroom activities. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 8:00 to 2:30 and the staff hours are 7:30-3:30. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. The administrator began employment on 9/11/23 and the medical report was completed on 1/4/24. 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. The administrator began employment on 9/11/23 and the TB test was completed on 1/5/24. .0701(a) 1827 The Center did not have a person on staff who completed the EPR in Child Care training within the required timeframe and/or documentation of completion of the training was not on file or in a file designated for emergency preparedness and response plan documents. The administrator has been employed since 9/11/23 and has not completed the EPR training within the first four months. There are no other staff at this facility that have completed the training. .0607(b) 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. There are two staff that have been hired more than three months ago (9/11/23 & 9/25/23) and not completed the above training. .1102(g) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: -When the trained staff member leaves employment, the center shall ensure that another staff member completes the required training within four months of the vacancy. Documentation of completion of the training shall be maintained in the individual's personnel file or in a file designated for emergency preparedness and response plan documents. The administrator has been employed since 9/11/23. There are other resources available for EPR trainings: Cabarrus Partnership for Children, CCRI, Stanly County Partnership for Children. -Medical reports and TB results are required to be on file for new staff by there first day of hire. Neither can be no older than 12 months from the date of hire. Use the Staff File Checklist to ensure that this is on file and within the time frame. -New staff are required to complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within their first 90 days of hire. Add this as a task to be completed within the first six weeks of hire to ensure it is completed in a timely manner. Make it part of the new staff orientation items. I emailed you the link to this training. CONSULTATION: -The Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPR) needs to be reviewed and updated annually. -Please review all forms completed by families and staff to ensure that the forms are fully completed. If there is a blank, then something should be written there. If it doesn’t pertain to the child or staff, then put “NA”. -Only staff that have completed the playground safety training can complete the monthly playground inspections. -Health Questionnaires and any doctor notes are required to be in a separate file away from the Personnel file. This is considered confidential information. -You will need to complete the Change of Information form when you have new staff that bring you a CBC qualification letter that has not been completed recently. This form needs to be completed within five days of hire and submitted to the CBC Unit. The form can be found under “Provider Documents” on the DCDEE website. -Health and safety trainings that are not completed within 12 months of the hire date cannot be counted and the staff will need to retake the trainings. -Make sure to register staff to attend CPR and First Aid classes prior to their certifications expiring. --Once an Incident Report is completed it needs to be documented on the Incident Log and the report needs to be filed in the children’s files. REQUIRED RESPONSE: Violations must be corrected immediately. You shall submit a written/typed, signed and dated statement to me at the address noted below or email me detailing how the violations were corrected with exact dates and details including how you plan to prevent reoccurrence of such violations which must be received by March 20, 2024. Failure to correct the violation(s) and send the written statement by the established deadline listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit or an administrative action may be recommended based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2200. The documentation was completed electronically and reviewed with you during the visit. I emailed you a copy of today’s visit summary. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website to get the latest information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have any questions, please contact me at: 704-594-0149 or carolyn.conley@dhhs.nc.gov. or my supervisor Erin Pickard at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Carolyn Conley Leas Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education Post Office Box 835 Kannapolis, NC 28082-0835 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 .2200 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 8053483 Consultant: CAROLYN CONLEY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/6/2024 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 3/6/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this visit is to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on March16, 2024. The ERS assessments were conducted in September 2021. The facility’s license has an effective date of October 5, 2021, and has the following restrictions listed: daytime care only; reduced enhanced ratios by one child per group; 35 square feet per child indoors; fellowship hall gross motor play only; no children under three and meets enhanced space and ratios. The 18-month compliance history prior to today’s visit was at 97%. The Secretary of State’s website was monitored, and FIRST UNITED METH. CHURCH OF SALISBURY, NC, INC. is active and current. Upon arrival, I was greeted by you, Brittany Lewis, Administrator, and I stated the reason for my visit. You accompanied me during the walkthrough of the facility. I completed the "Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Centers" during today's visit. I observed the children during art activity at the table, hand-washing routines, free choice activities indoors, lunch and nap time. We observed positive interactions between staff and the children. I monitored staff/child ratios, group size and supervision. I did not monitor the outdoor play due to rainy conditions. I monitored the outdoor play inspections. I reviewed the emergency drills, and they are occurring as required. The fire inspection was conducted on July 11, 2023. A sanitation inspection was conducted on November 8, 2023, with four demerits. There have been three new staff members hired since the last visit. I monitored a portion of the existing staff files. Health and Safety requirements were monitored. There are 26 children enrolled and I monitored a portion of the children’s records. The developmental screenings, health assessments, vision screenings, hearing screenings and dental screenings required for the NC Pre-K Program were monitored. Prior to today's visit, the Program Consultant Site Visit Information Report was reviewed in the NC Pre-K Plan system and the staff listed in the report are staff that work in the classroom. You stated that the Ages and Stages Questionnaire is used for the developmental screening tool, Teaching Strategies Gold is the on-going assessment used and Creative Curriculum is the curriculum used. You stated that parent involvement activities include home visits the beginning of the school year, parent teacher conferences, monthly newsletters, take home projects and participating in classroom activities. You stated the NC Pre-K Program hours for the children are 8:00 to 2:30 and the staff hours are 7:30-3:30. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. The administrator began employment on 9/11/23 and the medical report was completed on 1/4/24. 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. The administrator began employment on 9/11/23 and the TB test was completed on 1/5/24. .0701(a) 1827 The Center did not have a person on staff who completed the EPR in Child Care training within the required timeframe and/or documentation of completion of the training was not on file or in a file designated for emergency preparedness and response plan documents. The administrator has been employed since 9/11/23 and has not completed the EPR training within the first four months. There are no other staff at this facility that have completed the training. .0607(b) 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. There are two staff that have been hired more than three months ago (9/11/23 & 9/25/23) and not completed the above training. .1102(g) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: -When the trained staff member leaves employment, the center shall ensure that another staff member completes the required training within four months of the vacancy. Documentation of completion of the training shall be maintained in the individual's personnel file or in a file designated for emergency preparedness and response plan documents. The administrator has been employed since 9/11/23. There are other resources available for EPR trainings: Cabarrus Partnership for Children, CCRI, Stanly County Partnership for Children. -Medical reports and TB results are required to be on file for new staff by there first day of hire. Neither can be no older than 12 months from the date of hire. Use the Staff File Checklist to ensure that this is on file and within the time frame. -New staff are required to complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within their first 90 days of hire. Add this as a task to be completed within the first six weeks of hire to ensure it is completed in a timely manner. Make it part of the new staff orientation items. I emailed you the link to this training. CONSULTATION: -The Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPR) needs to be reviewed and updated annually. -Please review all forms completed by families and staff to ensure that the forms are fully completed. If there is a blank, then something should be written there. If it doesn’t pertain to the child or staff, then put “NA”. -Only staff that have completed the playground safety training can complete the monthly playground inspections. -Health Questionnaires and any doctor notes are required to be in a separate file away from the Personnel file. This is considered confidential information. -You will need to complete the Change of Information form when you have new staff that bring you a CBC qualification letter that has not been completed recently. This form needs to be completed within five days of hire and submitted to the CBC Unit. The form can be found under “Provider Documents” on the DCDEE website. -Health and safety trainings that are not completed within 12 months of the hire date cannot be counted and the staff will need to retake the trainings. -Make sure to register staff to attend CPR and First Aid classes prior to their certifications expiring. --Once an Incident Report is completed it needs to be documented on the Incident Log and the report needs to be filed in the children’s files. REQUIRED RESPONSE: Violations must be corrected immediately. You shall submit a written/typed, signed and dated statement to me at the address noted below or email me detailing how the violations were corrected with exact dates and details including how you plan to prevent reoccurrence of such violations which must be received by March 20, 2024. Failure to correct the violation(s) and send the written statement by the established deadline listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit or an administrative action may be recommended based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2200. The documentation was completed electronically and reviewed with you during the visit. I emailed you a copy of today’s visit summary. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website to get the latest information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have any questions, please contact me at: 704-594-0149 or carolyn.conley@dhhs.nc.gov. or my supervisor Erin Pickard at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Carolyn Conley Leas Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education Post Office Box 835 Kannapolis, NC 28082-0835 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