10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/10/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 10/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. C. James, Director, was present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a G.S. 110-106, Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2021. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 19, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 11, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “0” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 18, 2025, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The Notice of Compliance was posted and available for review. Two (2) four-year-old children were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed child engaging in an art activities and free play. Supervision and staff/child ratios were in compliance. The following items were monitored: Supervision, Staff Child Ratio, First Aid, CPR, ITS SIDS, Special Training, CBC Qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Administration of Medication, Adequate/Approved Space, Permit Restrictions, and Program Records. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: 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. You had sent me a copy of the fire inspection in the mail; however, it was not the correct inspection. The inspection was dated August 9, 2024. The correct fire inspection was conducted on 8/17/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. M. Keel began her first day of employment on September 30, 2025. She had documentation of completing the emergency information form; however, it was signed and completed on October 2, 2025. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Georgianna Whitehurst began employment on August 25, 2025. Ms. Whitehurst began the CBC process; however, it has not been completed and does not have a qualifying CBC letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 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. T. Conger has on file a BLS card dated November 12, 2024; however, the card does not specify first aid was completed. .1102(c) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. G. Whitaker and E. Glover both began employment on August 25, 2025, and both had documentation of completing the baby shaken syndrome; however, they were dated after the first day of employment. .0608(d)(1-4) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before October 24, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit, your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 79%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to discuss changes of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STAFF FILES: Four (4) new staff files were reviewed during today’s visit. There were several items missing from the files. Your new staff have 90 days from the date of hire to complete first aid and cpr. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK (CBC) LETTER: Georgianna Whitehurst began employment on August 25, 2025. Ms. Whitehurst began the CBC process; however, it has not been completed and does not have a qualifying CBC letter on file. Ms. Whitehurst may not return to the facility until she has a qualifying CBC letter on file. FIRST AID: T. Conger has on file a BLS card dated November 12, 2024; however, the card does not specify first aid was completed. Please remember BLS does not meet our requirements, because it does not cover first aid. Please have Ms. Conger complete a first aid course. PREVENTION OF SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME: G. Whitaker and E. Glover both began employment on August 25, 2025, and both had documentation of completing the baby shaken syndrome; however, they were dated after the first day of employment. The policies were reviewed and signed on September 11, 2025. Please remember the policies must be reviewed on the first day of employment. This was corrected during visit. ENERGENCY INFORMATION: M. Keel began her first day of employment on September 30, 2025. She had documentation of completing the emergency information form; however, it was signed and completed on October 2, 2025. The emergency information form must be completed on the first day of employment. This was corrected during the visit. ANNUAL FIRE INSPECTION: You had sent me a copy of the fire inspection in the mail; however, it was not the correct inspection. The inspection was dated August 9, 2024. You provided me with a copy of the correct annual fire inspection that was completed on August 17, 2025; however, the fire inspection should have been sent to the child care consultant within a week of completing the inspection. This was corrected during the visit. REMINDERS: CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you last tested your water for lead on August 22, 2024, you must test your drinking and cooking water every three (3) years. According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website, you have completed the lead paint and asbestos testing. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: The ABCMS portal was created by a previous administrator. Please update the information of your current staff. I have emailed you updated instructions on how to access the portal. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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G.S. 110-106 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/10/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 10/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. C. James, Director, was present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a G.S. 110-106, Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2021. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 19, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 11, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “0” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 18, 2025, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The Notice of Compliance was posted and available for review. Two (2) four-year-old children were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed child engaging in an art activities and free play. Supervision and staff/child ratios were in compliance. The following items were monitored: Supervision, Staff Child Ratio, First Aid, CPR, ITS SIDS, Special Training, CBC Qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Administration of Medication, Adequate/Approved Space, Permit Restrictions, and Program Records. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: 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. You had sent me a copy of the fire inspection in the mail; however, it was not the correct inspection. The inspection was dated August 9, 2024. The correct fire inspection was conducted on 8/17/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. M. Keel began her first day of employment on September 30, 2025. She had documentation of completing the emergency information form; however, it was signed and completed on October 2, 2025. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Georgianna Whitehurst began employment on August 25, 2025. Ms. Whitehurst began the CBC process; however, it has not been completed and does not have a qualifying CBC letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 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. T. Conger has on file a BLS card dated November 12, 2024; however, the card does not specify first aid was completed. .1102(c) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. G. Whitaker and E. Glover both began employment on August 25, 2025, and both had documentation of completing the baby shaken syndrome; however, they were dated after the first day of employment. .0608(d)(1-4) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before October 24, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit, your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 79%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to discuss changes of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STAFF FILES: Four (4) new staff files were reviewed during today’s visit. There were several items missing from the files. Your new staff have 90 days from the date of hire to complete first aid and cpr. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK (CBC) LETTER: Georgianna Whitehurst began employment on August 25, 2025. Ms. Whitehurst began the CBC process; however, it has not been completed and does not have a qualifying CBC letter on file. Ms. Whitehurst may not return to the facility until she has a qualifying CBC letter on file. FIRST AID: T. Conger has on file a BLS card dated November 12, 2024; however, the card does not specify first aid was completed. Please remember BLS does not meet our requirements, because it does not cover first aid. Please have Ms. Conger complete a first aid course. PREVENTION OF SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME: G. Whitaker and E. Glover both began employment on August 25, 2025, and both had documentation of completing the baby shaken syndrome; however, they were dated after the first day of employment. The policies were reviewed and signed on September 11, 2025. Please remember the policies must be reviewed on the first day of employment. This was corrected during visit. ENERGENCY INFORMATION: M. Keel began her first day of employment on September 30, 2025. She had documentation of completing the emergency information form; however, it was signed and completed on October 2, 2025. The emergency information form must be completed on the first day of employment. This was corrected during the visit. ANNUAL FIRE INSPECTION: You had sent me a copy of the fire inspection in the mail; however, it was not the correct inspection. The inspection was dated August 9, 2024. You provided me with a copy of the correct annual fire inspection that was completed on August 17, 2025; however, the fire inspection should have been sent to the child care consultant within a week of completing the inspection. This was corrected during the visit. REMINDERS: CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you last tested your water for lead on August 22, 2024, you must test your drinking and cooking water every three (3) years. According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website, you have completed the lead paint and asbestos testing. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: The ABCMS portal was created by a previous administrator. Please update the information of your current staff. I have emailed you updated instructions on how to access the portal. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/10/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 10/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. C. James, Director, was present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a G.S. 110-106, Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2021. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 19, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 11, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “0” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 18, 2025, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The Notice of Compliance was posted and available for review. Two (2) four-year-old children were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed child engaging in an art activities and free play. Supervision and staff/child ratios were in compliance. The following items were monitored: Supervision, Staff Child Ratio, First Aid, CPR, ITS SIDS, Special Training, CBC Qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Administration of Medication, Adequate/Approved Space, Permit Restrictions, and Program Records. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: 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. You had sent me a copy of the fire inspection in the mail; however, it was not the correct inspection. The inspection was dated August 9, 2024. The correct fire inspection was conducted on 8/17/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. M. Keel began her first day of employment on September 30, 2025. She had documentation of completing the emergency information form; however, it was signed and completed on October 2, 2025. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Georgianna Whitehurst began employment on August 25, 2025. Ms. Whitehurst began the CBC process; however, it has not been completed and does not have a qualifying CBC letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 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. T. Conger has on file a BLS card dated November 12, 2024; however, the card does not specify first aid was completed. .1102(c) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. G. Whitaker and E. Glover both began employment on August 25, 2025, and both had documentation of completing the baby shaken syndrome; however, they were dated after the first day of employment. .0608(d)(1-4) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before October 24, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit, your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 79%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to discuss changes of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STAFF FILES: Four (4) new staff files were reviewed during today’s visit. There were several items missing from the files. Your new staff have 90 days from the date of hire to complete first aid and cpr. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK (CBC) LETTER: Georgianna Whitehurst began employment on August 25, 2025. Ms. Whitehurst began the CBC process; however, it has not been completed and does not have a qualifying CBC letter on file. Ms. Whitehurst may not return to the facility until she has a qualifying CBC letter on file. FIRST AID: T. Conger has on file a BLS card dated November 12, 2024; however, the card does not specify first aid was completed. Please remember BLS does not meet our requirements, because it does not cover first aid. Please have Ms. Conger complete a first aid course. PREVENTION OF SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME: G. Whitaker and E. Glover both began employment on August 25, 2025, and both had documentation of completing the baby shaken syndrome; however, they were dated after the first day of employment. The policies were reviewed and signed on September 11, 2025. Please remember the policies must be reviewed on the first day of employment. This was corrected during visit. ENERGENCY INFORMATION: M. Keel began her first day of employment on September 30, 2025. She had documentation of completing the emergency information form; however, it was signed and completed on October 2, 2025. The emergency information form must be completed on the first day of employment. This was corrected during the visit. ANNUAL FIRE INSPECTION: You had sent me a copy of the fire inspection in the mail; however, it was not the correct inspection. The inspection was dated August 9, 2024. You provided me with a copy of the correct annual fire inspection that was completed on August 17, 2025; however, the fire inspection should have been sent to the child care consultant within a week of completing the inspection. This was corrected during the visit. REMINDERS: CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you last tested your water for lead on August 22, 2024, you must test your drinking and cooking water every three (3) years. According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website, you have completed the lead paint and asbestos testing. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: The ABCMS portal was created by a previous administrator. Please update the information of your current staff. I have emailed you updated instructions on how to access the portal. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/10/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 10/10/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. C. James, Director, was present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a G.S. 110-106, Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2021. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on May 19, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on September 11, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “0” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 18, 2025, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The Notice of Compliance was posted and available for review. Two (2) four-year-old children were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed child engaging in an art activities and free play. Supervision and staff/child ratios were in compliance. The following items were monitored: Supervision, Staff Child Ratio, First Aid, CPR, ITS SIDS, Special Training, CBC Qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Administration of Medication, Adequate/Approved Space, Permit Restrictions, and Program Records. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: 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. You had sent me a copy of the fire inspection in the mail; however, it was not the correct inspection. The inspection was dated August 9, 2024. The correct fire inspection was conducted on 8/17/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. M. Keel began her first day of employment on September 30, 2025. She had documentation of completing the emergency information form; however, it was signed and completed on October 2, 2025. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Georgianna Whitehurst began employment on August 25, 2025. Ms. Whitehurst began the CBC process; however, it has not been completed and does not have a qualifying CBC letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 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. T. Conger has on file a BLS card dated November 12, 2024; however, the card does not specify first aid was completed. .1102(c) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. G. Whitaker and E. Glover both began employment on August 25, 2025, and both had documentation of completing the baby shaken syndrome; however, they were dated after the first day of employment. .0608(d)(1-4) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before October 24, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit, your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 79%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to discuss changes of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STAFF FILES: Four (4) new staff files were reviewed during today’s visit. There were several items missing from the files. Your new staff have 90 days from the date of hire to complete first aid and cpr. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK (CBC) LETTER: Georgianna Whitehurst began employment on August 25, 2025. Ms. Whitehurst began the CBC process; however, it has not been completed and does not have a qualifying CBC letter on file. Ms. Whitehurst may not return to the facility until she has a qualifying CBC letter on file. FIRST AID: T. Conger has on file a BLS card dated November 12, 2024; however, the card does not specify first aid was completed. Please remember BLS does not meet our requirements, because it does not cover first aid. Please have Ms. Conger complete a first aid course. PREVENTION OF SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME: G. Whitaker and E. Glover both began employment on August 25, 2025, and both had documentation of completing the baby shaken syndrome; however, they were dated after the first day of employment. The policies were reviewed and signed on September 11, 2025. Please remember the policies must be reviewed on the first day of employment. This was corrected during visit. ENERGENCY INFORMATION: M. Keel began her first day of employment on September 30, 2025. She had documentation of completing the emergency information form; however, it was signed and completed on October 2, 2025. The emergency information form must be completed on the first day of employment. This was corrected during the visit. ANNUAL FIRE INSPECTION: You had sent me a copy of the fire inspection in the mail; however, it was not the correct inspection. The inspection was dated August 9, 2024. You provided me with a copy of the correct annual fire inspection that was completed on August 17, 2025; however, the fire inspection should have been sent to the child care consultant within a week of completing the inspection. This was corrected during the visit. REMINDERS: CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you last tested your water for lead on August 22, 2024, you must test your drinking and cooking water every three (3) years. According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website, you have completed the lead paint and asbestos testing. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: The ABCMS portal was created by a previous administrator. Please update the information of your current staff. I have emailed you updated instructions on how to access the portal. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/19/2025 Number Present: 45 Completed Date: 5/19/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. S. Andrews, Assistant Director, was present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a G.S. 110-106, Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2021. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 18, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on January 28, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “0” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 9, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The Notice of Compliance was posted and available for review. Forty-five (45) children from ages two (2) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in both the indoor learning environment participating in free-play, group-time, transitions, and personal care routines. Supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. The facility does not provide meals; the children bring meals from home. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On playground number one (1) there was a slide climbing structure that was in the fall zone of the swings. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space number seven (7) there was a Lysol aerosol can of disinfectant spacy, hand sanitizer with additional warnings, and a can of aerosol air freshener in a cabinet that had a lock; however, the cabinet was not locked. .2820(b) 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. T. Conger had the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which was completed on November 24, 2024, J. Isley also had BLS certification on file dated August 22, 2024; however, BLS does not meet the requirements of First Aid. .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. T. Conger had the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which was completed on November 24, 2024, J. Isley also had BLS certification on file dated August 22, 2024; however, BLS does not meet the requirements of CPR. .1102(d) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. The EPR plan on file was last updated on August 10, 2022. .0607(e) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before June 2, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit, your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 78%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to discuss changes of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STAFF AND CHILDREN FILES: Ten percent (10%) of existing staff files were reviewed today and one (1) new staff files was reviewed. Two (2) staff files did not have approved CPR and First Aid training. Ten percent (10%) of children files were reviewed today. The children’s files were well organized and in compliance. CPR AND FIRST AID: T. Conger had the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which was completed on November 24, 2024, however, BLS does not meet the requirements of First Aid and CPR pediatric certification. J. Isley also had BLS certification on file dated August 22, 2026. You stated the training you took included pediatric first aid and CPR. You are going to reach out to the instructor and see if you can receive documentation stating you took all the components of pediatric first aid and CPR. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS ITEMS: In space number seven (7) there was a Lysol aerosol can of disinfectant spacy, hand sanitizer with additional warnings, and a can of aerosol air freshener in a cabinet that had a lock; however, the cabinet was not locked. The teacher stated that the lock was hard to lock. The teacher immediately locked the cabinet. This was corrected during the visit. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE (EPR) PLAN: The EPR plan on file was last updated on August 10, 2022. The EPR plan must be reviewed annually at the NC Risk Management Portal at https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/ . Once you have updated the plan, please print off a copy of the plan and review with your staff. OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: On playground number one (1) there was a slide climbing structure that was in the fall zone of the swings. The fall zone for the swing measured 9ft. 8in. There can be nothing within that fall zone. We discussed moving the slide climbing structure out the fall zone of the swings. If you decide to continue to use the climbing structure, which measured 28 inches from the slide to the ground, it will require a fall zone that measured 6 inches deep and 6ft around the equipment. There should be no other equipment in front of or behind the swing fall zone. One playground number two (2) there is a climbing structure that has a label on it that states the climbing structure is for children 5 to 12 years of ages. There were no children on playground number two (2) today but remember going forward, children under five (5) may not play on this piece of equipment. We reviewed the rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS and I printed off a copy of the NC Rated Licensing Assessment Projects Space for Gross Motor handout for your reference. REMINDERS: CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you last tested your water for lead on August 22, 2024, you must test your drinking and cooking water every three (3) years. According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website, you have completed the lead paint and asbestos testing and according to the Clean Water for Us Kids all sections are completed. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK(CBC)-AMBCMS PORTAL: You have completed the ABCMS Moodle training and have begun connecting your existing staff to your ABCMS portal. Please continue to have the rest of your existing staff connect their CBC letters to the ABCMS portal. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/19/2025 Number Present: 45 Completed Date: 5/19/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. S. Andrews, Assistant Director, was present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a G.S. 110-106, Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2021. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 18, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on January 28, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “0” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 9, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The Notice of Compliance was posted and available for review. Forty-five (45) children from ages two (2) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in both the indoor learning environment participating in free-play, group-time, transitions, and personal care routines. Supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. The facility does not provide meals; the children bring meals from home. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On playground number one (1) there was a slide climbing structure that was in the fall zone of the swings. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space number seven (7) there was a Lysol aerosol can of disinfectant spacy, hand sanitizer with additional warnings, and a can of aerosol air freshener in a cabinet that had a lock; however, the cabinet was not locked. .2820(b) 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. T. Conger had the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which was completed on November 24, 2024, J. Isley also had BLS certification on file dated August 22, 2024; however, BLS does not meet the requirements of First Aid. .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. T. Conger had the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which was completed on November 24, 2024, J. Isley also had BLS certification on file dated August 22, 2024; however, BLS does not meet the requirements of CPR. .1102(d) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. The EPR plan on file was last updated on August 10, 2022. .0607(e) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before June 2, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit, your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 78%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to discuss changes of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STAFF AND CHILDREN FILES: Ten percent (10%) of existing staff files were reviewed today and one (1) new staff files was reviewed. Two (2) staff files did not have approved CPR and First Aid training. Ten percent (10%) of children files were reviewed today. The children’s files were well organized and in compliance. CPR AND FIRST AID: T. Conger had the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which was completed on November 24, 2024, however, BLS does not meet the requirements of First Aid and CPR pediatric certification. J. Isley also had BLS certification on file dated August 22, 2026. You stated the training you took included pediatric first aid and CPR. You are going to reach out to the instructor and see if you can receive documentation stating you took all the components of pediatric first aid and CPR. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS ITEMS: In space number seven (7) there was a Lysol aerosol can of disinfectant spacy, hand sanitizer with additional warnings, and a can of aerosol air freshener in a cabinet that had a lock; however, the cabinet was not locked. The teacher stated that the lock was hard to lock. The teacher immediately locked the cabinet. This was corrected during the visit. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE (EPR) PLAN: The EPR plan on file was last updated on August 10, 2022. The EPR plan must be reviewed annually at the NC Risk Management Portal at https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/ . Once you have updated the plan, please print off a copy of the plan and review with your staff. OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: On playground number one (1) there was a slide climbing structure that was in the fall zone of the swings. The fall zone for the swing measured 9ft. 8in. There can be nothing within that fall zone. We discussed moving the slide climbing structure out the fall zone of the swings. If you decide to continue to use the climbing structure, which measured 28 inches from the slide to the ground, it will require a fall zone that measured 6 inches deep and 6ft around the equipment. There should be no other equipment in front of or behind the swing fall zone. One playground number two (2) there is a climbing structure that has a label on it that states the climbing structure is for children 5 to 12 years of ages. There were no children on playground number two (2) today but remember going forward, children under five (5) may not play on this piece of equipment. We reviewed the rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS and I printed off a copy of the NC Rated Licensing Assessment Projects Space for Gross Motor handout for your reference. REMINDERS: CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you last tested your water for lead on August 22, 2024, you must test your drinking and cooking water every three (3) years. According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website, you have completed the lead paint and asbestos testing and according to the Clean Water for Us Kids all sections are completed. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK(CBC)-AMBCMS PORTAL: You have completed the ABCMS Moodle training and have begun connecting your existing staff to your ABCMS portal. Please continue to have the rest of your existing staff connect their CBC letters to the ABCMS portal. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-106 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/19/2025 Number Present: 45 Completed Date: 5/19/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. S. Andrews, Assistant Director, was present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a G.S. 110-106, Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2021. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 18, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on January 28, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “0” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 9, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The Notice of Compliance was posted and available for review. Forty-five (45) children from ages two (2) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in both the indoor learning environment participating in free-play, group-time, transitions, and personal care routines. Supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. The facility does not provide meals; the children bring meals from home. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On playground number one (1) there was a slide climbing structure that was in the fall zone of the swings. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space number seven (7) there was a Lysol aerosol can of disinfectant spacy, hand sanitizer with additional warnings, and a can of aerosol air freshener in a cabinet that had a lock; however, the cabinet was not locked. .2820(b) 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. T. Conger had the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which was completed on November 24, 2024, J. Isley also had BLS certification on file dated August 22, 2024; however, BLS does not meet the requirements of First Aid. .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. T. Conger had the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which was completed on November 24, 2024, J. Isley also had BLS certification on file dated August 22, 2024; however, BLS does not meet the requirements of CPR. .1102(d) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. The EPR plan on file was last updated on August 10, 2022. .0607(e) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before June 2, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit, your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 78%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to discuss changes of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STAFF AND CHILDREN FILES: Ten percent (10%) of existing staff files were reviewed today and one (1) new staff files was reviewed. Two (2) staff files did not have approved CPR and First Aid training. Ten percent (10%) of children files were reviewed today. The children’s files were well organized and in compliance. CPR AND FIRST AID: T. Conger had the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which was completed on November 24, 2024, however, BLS does not meet the requirements of First Aid and CPR pediatric certification. J. Isley also had BLS certification on file dated August 22, 2026. You stated the training you took included pediatric first aid and CPR. You are going to reach out to the instructor and see if you can receive documentation stating you took all the components of pediatric first aid and CPR. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS ITEMS: In space number seven (7) there was a Lysol aerosol can of disinfectant spacy, hand sanitizer with additional warnings, and a can of aerosol air freshener in a cabinet that had a lock; however, the cabinet was not locked. The teacher stated that the lock was hard to lock. The teacher immediately locked the cabinet. This was corrected during the visit. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE (EPR) PLAN: The EPR plan on file was last updated on August 10, 2022. The EPR plan must be reviewed annually at the NC Risk Management Portal at https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/ . Once you have updated the plan, please print off a copy of the plan and review with your staff. OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: On playground number one (1) there was a slide climbing structure that was in the fall zone of the swings. The fall zone for the swing measured 9ft. 8in. There can be nothing within that fall zone. We discussed moving the slide climbing structure out the fall zone of the swings. If you decide to continue to use the climbing structure, which measured 28 inches from the slide to the ground, it will require a fall zone that measured 6 inches deep and 6ft around the equipment. There should be no other equipment in front of or behind the swing fall zone. One playground number two (2) there is a climbing structure that has a label on it that states the climbing structure is for children 5 to 12 years of ages. There were no children on playground number two (2) today but remember going forward, children under five (5) may not play on this piece of equipment. We reviewed the rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS and I printed off a copy of the NC Rated Licensing Assessment Projects Space for Gross Motor handout for your reference. REMINDERS: CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you last tested your water for lead on August 22, 2024, you must test your drinking and cooking water every three (3) years. According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website, you have completed the lead paint and asbestos testing and according to the Clean Water for Us Kids all sections are completed. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK(CBC)-AMBCMS PORTAL: You have completed the ABCMS Moodle training and have begun connecting your existing staff to your ABCMS portal. Please continue to have the rest of your existing staff connect their CBC letters to the ABCMS portal. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/19/2025 Number Present: 45 Completed Date: 5/19/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. S. Andrews, Assistant Director, was present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a G.S. 110-106, Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2021. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 18, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on January 28, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “0” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 9, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The Notice of Compliance was posted and available for review. Forty-five (45) children from ages two (2) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in both the indoor learning environment participating in free-play, group-time, transitions, and personal care routines. Supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. The facility does not provide meals; the children bring meals from home. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On playground number one (1) there was a slide climbing structure that was in the fall zone of the swings. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space number seven (7) there was a Lysol aerosol can of disinfectant spacy, hand sanitizer with additional warnings, and a can of aerosol air freshener in a cabinet that had a lock; however, the cabinet was not locked. .2820(b) 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. T. Conger had the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which was completed on November 24, 2024, J. Isley also had BLS certification on file dated August 22, 2024; however, BLS does not meet the requirements of First Aid. .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. T. Conger had the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which was completed on November 24, 2024, J. Isley also had BLS certification on file dated August 22, 2024; however, BLS does not meet the requirements of CPR. .1102(d) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. The EPR plan on file was last updated on August 10, 2022. .0607(e) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before June 2, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit, your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 78%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to discuss changes of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STAFF AND CHILDREN FILES: Ten percent (10%) of existing staff files were reviewed today and one (1) new staff files was reviewed. Two (2) staff files did not have approved CPR and First Aid training. Ten percent (10%) of children files were reviewed today. The children’s files were well organized and in compliance. CPR AND FIRST AID: T. Conger had the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which was completed on November 24, 2024, however, BLS does not meet the requirements of First Aid and CPR pediatric certification. J. Isley also had BLS certification on file dated August 22, 2026. You stated the training you took included pediatric first aid and CPR. You are going to reach out to the instructor and see if you can receive documentation stating you took all the components of pediatric first aid and CPR. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS ITEMS: In space number seven (7) there was a Lysol aerosol can of disinfectant spacy, hand sanitizer with additional warnings, and a can of aerosol air freshener in a cabinet that had a lock; however, the cabinet was not locked. The teacher stated that the lock was hard to lock. The teacher immediately locked the cabinet. This was corrected during the visit. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE (EPR) PLAN: The EPR plan on file was last updated on August 10, 2022. The EPR plan must be reviewed annually at the NC Risk Management Portal at https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/ . Once you have updated the plan, please print off a copy of the plan and review with your staff. OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: On playground number one (1) there was a slide climbing structure that was in the fall zone of the swings. The fall zone for the swing measured 9ft. 8in. There can be nothing within that fall zone. We discussed moving the slide climbing structure out the fall zone of the swings. If you decide to continue to use the climbing structure, which measured 28 inches from the slide to the ground, it will require a fall zone that measured 6 inches deep and 6ft around the equipment. There should be no other equipment in front of or behind the swing fall zone. One playground number two (2) there is a climbing structure that has a label on it that states the climbing structure is for children 5 to 12 years of ages. There were no children on playground number two (2) today but remember going forward, children under five (5) may not play on this piece of equipment. We reviewed the rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS and I printed off a copy of the NC Rated Licensing Assessment Projects Space for Gross Motor handout for your reference. REMINDERS: CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you last tested your water for lead on August 22, 2024, you must test your drinking and cooking water every three (3) years. According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website, you have completed the lead paint and asbestos testing and according to the Clean Water for Us Kids all sections are completed. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK(CBC)-AMBCMS PORTAL: You have completed the ABCMS Moodle training and have begun connecting your existing staff to your ABCMS portal. Please continue to have the rest of your existing staff connect their CBC letters to the ABCMS portal. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-106 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/30/2025 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 1/30/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. S. Andrews, Assistant Director, was present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a G.S. 110-106, Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2021. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 18, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on January 28, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “0” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 9, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The Notice of Compliance was posted and available for review. Thirty-eight (38) children from ages two (2) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in both the indoor learning environment participating in free-play, group-time, transitions, and personal care routines. Supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. The following items were monitored: Supervision, Staff Child Ratio, First Aid, CPR, ITS SIDS, Special Training, CBC Qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Administration of Medication, Adequate/Approved Space, Permit Restrictions, and Program Records. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space number five (5) there was an aerosol can of disinfectant spacy in a cabinet that had a lock; however, the cabinet was not locked. .2820(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. There was no playground inspection for December 2024 available for review. .0605(q) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Ms. Norman began employment on September 3, 2024. According to Ms. Andrews, Ms. Norman has completed First Aid; however, there was no documentation available for review. .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. Ms. Norman began employment on September 3, 2024. According to Ms. Andrews, Ms. Norman has completed CPR; however, there was no documentation available for review. .1102(d) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. A lockdown drill was completed on September 30, 2024. A shelter-in-place drill was conducted on January 14, 2025. The next drill should have been conducted in December 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 12, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 77%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to discuss changes of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STAFF FILES: Three staff file records were reviewed today. C. Jones, T. Conger, and E. Norman all had a valid criminal background check, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, current health assessments, and a negative TB test. Ms. Jones and Ms. Conger had current CPR and First Aid. Ms. The three (3) new staff have one year from their first day of employment to complete the following: Health and Safety Trainings, On-going training, staff evaluation, and professional development plan. CPR AND FIRST AID: Ms. Norman began employment on September 3, 2024. According to Ms. Andrews, Ms. Norman has completed First Aid and CPR; however, there was no documentation available for review. Please have Ms. Norman submit documentation of the First Aid and CPR training, Remember, new employees have 90 days to complete the training and provide documentation. Ms. Norman should have completed the training by December 3, 2024. PLAYGROUND INSPECTIONS: There was no playground inspection for December 2024 available for review. Please remember playground inspections need to be completed on a monthly basis. You may want to set an alarm on your phone, or computer to help you remember to complete the inspections. LOCKDOWN AND SHELTER-IN-PLACE DRILLS: A lockdown drill was completed on September 30, 2024. A shelter-in-place drill was conducted on January 14, 2025. The next drill should have been conducted in December 2024. Lockdown or shelter-in-place drills need to be completed every three (3) months. You may want to set an alarm on your phone, or computer to help you remember to complete the inspections. This was corrected during the visit. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS ITEMS: In space number five (5) there was an aerosol can of disinfectant spacy in a cabinet that had a lock; however, the cabinet was not locked. The teacher stated that they forgot to lock the cabinet after taking items out of it. The teacher immediately locked the cabinet. This was corrected during the visit. SANITATION INSPECTION: You provided me with a copy of your most recent sanitation inspection completed January 28, 2025. REMINDERS: CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you last tested your water for lead on August 22, 2024, you must test your drinking and cooking water every three (3) years. According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website, you have completed the lead paint and asbestos testing and according to the Clean Water for Us Kids website mitigation is pending. Please submit the required documentation and complete the survey to complete the process. https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: ANGELA NIEVES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/30/2025 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 1/30/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. S. Andrews, Assistant Director, was present and available to assist with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a G.S. 110-106, Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2021. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 18, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on January 28, 2025, with a “Superior” classification “0” demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 9, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. The Notice of Compliance was posted and available for review. Thirty-eight (38) children from ages two (2) to five (5) were present during the visit. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in both the indoor learning environment participating in free-play, group-time, transitions, and personal care routines. Supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. The following items were monitored: Supervision, Staff Child Ratio, First Aid, CPR, ITS SIDS, Special Training, CBC Qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Administration of Medication, Adequate/Approved Space, Permit Restrictions, and Program Records. Any violations of the child care requirements observed today were discussed with you and documented in the visit summary report and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space number five (5) there was an aerosol can of disinfectant spacy in a cabinet that had a lock; however, the cabinet was not locked. .2820(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. There was no playground inspection for December 2024 available for review. .0605(q) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Ms. Norman began employment on September 3, 2024. According to Ms. Andrews, Ms. Norman has completed First Aid; however, there was no documentation available for review. .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. Ms. Norman began employment on September 3, 2024. According to Ms. Andrews, Ms. Norman has completed CPR; however, there was no documentation available for review. .1102(d) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. A lockdown drill was completed on September 30, 2024. A shelter-in-place drill was conducted on January 14, 2025. The next drill should have been conducted in December 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 12, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Nieves, Child Care Consultant PO Box 8741 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter. This time frame is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 77%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. Your compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to discuss changes of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at 252-557-5597 or email me at angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STAFF FILES: Three staff file records were reviewed today. C. Jones, T. Conger, and E. Norman all had a valid criminal background check, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, current health assessments, and a negative TB test. Ms. Jones and Ms. Conger had current CPR and First Aid. Ms. The three (3) new staff have one year from their first day of employment to complete the following: Health and Safety Trainings, On-going training, staff evaluation, and professional development plan. CPR AND FIRST AID: Ms. Norman began employment on September 3, 2024. According to Ms. Andrews, Ms. Norman has completed First Aid and CPR; however, there was no documentation available for review. Please have Ms. Norman submit documentation of the First Aid and CPR training, Remember, new employees have 90 days to complete the training and provide documentation. Ms. Norman should have completed the training by December 3, 2024. PLAYGROUND INSPECTIONS: There was no playground inspection for December 2024 available for review. Please remember playground inspections need to be completed on a monthly basis. You may want to set an alarm on your phone, or computer to help you remember to complete the inspections. LOCKDOWN AND SHELTER-IN-PLACE DRILLS: A lockdown drill was completed on September 30, 2024. A shelter-in-place drill was conducted on January 14, 2025. The next drill should have been conducted in December 2024. Lockdown or shelter-in-place drills need to be completed every three (3) months. You may want to set an alarm on your phone, or computer to help you remember to complete the inspections. This was corrected during the visit. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS ITEMS: In space number five (5) there was an aerosol can of disinfectant spacy in a cabinet that had a lock; however, the cabinet was not locked. The teacher stated that they forgot to lock the cabinet after taking items out of it. The teacher immediately locked the cabinet. This was corrected during the visit. SANITATION INSPECTION: You provided me with a copy of your most recent sanitation inspection completed January 28, 2025. REMINDERS: CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website you last tested your water for lead on August 22, 2024, you must test your drinking and cooking water every three (3) years. According to the Clean Water for Us Kids website, you have completed the lead paint and asbestos testing and according to the Clean Water for Us Kids website mitigation is pending. Please submit the required documentation and complete the survey to complete the process. https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at 252-557-5597 or angela.nieves@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/18/2024 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 7/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 298 Time In: 08:25 AM Time Out: 01:23 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. A. Bailey, Caregiver assisted me upon arrival. You arrived shortly after and assisted. This center currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. The last annual compliance visit was completed on August 2, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 12, 2024, earning a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on August 9, 2023, and the center was approved for daytime only. Twenty-one (21) children ranging from ages zero to seven years old were observed in care today. Children were engaged in free-choice play, outdoor play, eating snacks, completing hand washing, diapering, and toileting routines, and interacting with caregivers. Children brought individual snacks from home. The caregiver reported the summer program was active and only two classrooms (Spaces #5 and 7) were being used. Based on my observation, spaces 1, 2,3,4, and 8 were not being used today. Children were combined in Space #5 upon arrival and then split into two separate groups later in the visit. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. A staff/child ratio chart was not posted in Space #5. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Three active ant beds were observed on the toddler playground near the separating fence. A bottle of hand sanitizer with keep out of reach of children was stored on a shelf below 5ft. from the finished floor. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Seven cans of sunscreen in aerosol dispensed container were stored on a shelf in Space#7. .2820(b) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. Written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional was not on file for an asthma inhaler kept onsite for one preschool child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. A roll of plastic trash bags with draw strings was sitting on a cubby near the door lower than 5ft from the finished floor. A two year old child was present. .0604(q) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. First aid training not renewed on or before the annual date of March 12, 2024, for B. Shoop. .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. CPR training was not renewed on or before the annual date March 12, 2024, for B. Shoop. .1102(d) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. A complete file was not maintained one child enrolled on May 22, 2024. The file provided only included a partial application and immunization report. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A medical assessment was not on file of one preschool child enrolled on June 3, 2024. GS110-91(1) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please send a compliance verification letter to me describing how the violations were corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before August 1, 2024. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 77% as of July 17, 2024. I reminded you programs must maintain a compliance history score of 75% or higher to continue to operate with a Notice of Compliance or star rated license. CORPORTAION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. I reminded you the corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. Failure to comply may affect your child care license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the phone number email address and mailing address listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me at 252-214-2709 or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: Ants were observed on the preschool playground. Children played on the playground during the observation. I informed you the issue with the ants must be resolved prior to allowing children to play outside in that area. You stated you would address the issue immediately. We also discussed ensuring potentially hazardous products that includes warning labels are stored correctly. Sunscreen in aerosol dispensed containers and an asthma inhaler was stored on shelf lower that 5ft. from the finished floor. The aerosol can must be locked when not used. The shelf could be moved higher to meet the 5ft. requirement for items that do not require being locked. The storage of hazardous products in child care flyer was observed posted in ne classroom being used. It was recommended you post the flyer in all spaces for staff to use as a guide. CPR/First AID: Documentation of current CPR/First Aid certification training for one staff member (B. Shoop) was not on file. The training certificate on file expired on March 12, 2024. You stated you were not aware the training had expired and would like the caregiver to complete it. I recommend developing a system of tracking training renewal dates to ensure the training can be completed prior to the expiration dates. You could also ask staff to help with tracking their training renewal and expectations. MENTAL HEALTH BEGINS BY BIRTH: A free 6-hour training on the foundations of infant and early childhood mental health, offered by the ARCh Project at the Center for Child & Family Health. The six hours are divided over two half-days of content: The training dates will be on Friday, August 30th and Friday, September 6th, from 9:30am to 12:30pm each of those days. I will send you registration information via email. Available to anyone in NC whose professional work supports the relational, emotional, and mental health of babies and young children. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/18/2024 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 7/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 298 Time In: 08:25 AM Time Out: 01:23 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. A. Bailey, Caregiver assisted me upon arrival. You arrived shortly after and assisted. This center currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. The last annual compliance visit was completed on August 2, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 12, 2024, earning a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on August 9, 2023, and the center was approved for daytime only. Twenty-one (21) children ranging from ages zero to seven years old were observed in care today. Children were engaged in free-choice play, outdoor play, eating snacks, completing hand washing, diapering, and toileting routines, and interacting with caregivers. Children brought individual snacks from home. The caregiver reported the summer program was active and only two classrooms (Spaces #5 and 7) were being used. Based on my observation, spaces 1, 2,3,4, and 8 were not being used today. Children were combined in Space #5 upon arrival and then split into two separate groups later in the visit. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. A staff/child ratio chart was not posted in Space #5. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Three active ant beds were observed on the toddler playground near the separating fence. A bottle of hand sanitizer with keep out of reach of children was stored on a shelf below 5ft. from the finished floor. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Seven cans of sunscreen in aerosol dispensed container were stored on a shelf in Space#7. .2820(b) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. Written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional was not on file for an asthma inhaler kept onsite for one preschool child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. A roll of plastic trash bags with draw strings was sitting on a cubby near the door lower than 5ft from the finished floor. A two year old child was present. .0604(q) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. First aid training not renewed on or before the annual date of March 12, 2024, for B. Shoop. .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. CPR training was not renewed on or before the annual date March 12, 2024, for B. Shoop. .1102(d) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. A complete file was not maintained one child enrolled on May 22, 2024. The file provided only included a partial application and immunization report. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A medical assessment was not on file of one preschool child enrolled on June 3, 2024. GS110-91(1) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please send a compliance verification letter to me describing how the violations were corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before August 1, 2024. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 77% as of July 17, 2024. I reminded you programs must maintain a compliance history score of 75% or higher to continue to operate with a Notice of Compliance or star rated license. CORPORTAION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. I reminded you the corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. Failure to comply may affect your child care license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the phone number email address and mailing address listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me at 252-214-2709 or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: Ants were observed on the preschool playground. Children played on the playground during the observation. I informed you the issue with the ants must be resolved prior to allowing children to play outside in that area. You stated you would address the issue immediately. We also discussed ensuring potentially hazardous products that includes warning labels are stored correctly. Sunscreen in aerosol dispensed containers and an asthma inhaler was stored on shelf lower that 5ft. from the finished floor. The aerosol can must be locked when not used. The shelf could be moved higher to meet the 5ft. requirement for items that do not require being locked. The storage of hazardous products in child care flyer was observed posted in ne classroom being used. It was recommended you post the flyer in all spaces for staff to use as a guide. CPR/First AID: Documentation of current CPR/First Aid certification training for one staff member (B. Shoop) was not on file. The training certificate on file expired on March 12, 2024. You stated you were not aware the training had expired and would like the caregiver to complete it. I recommend developing a system of tracking training renewal dates to ensure the training can be completed prior to the expiration dates. You could also ask staff to help with tracking their training renewal and expectations. MENTAL HEALTH BEGINS BY BIRTH: A free 6-hour training on the foundations of infant and early childhood mental health, offered by the ARCh Project at the Center for Child & Family Health. The six hours are divided over two half-days of content: The training dates will be on Friday, August 30th and Friday, September 6th, from 9:30am to 12:30pm each of those days. I will send you registration information via email. Available to anyone in NC whose professional work supports the relational, emotional, and mental health of babies and young children. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/18/2024 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 7/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 298 Time In: 08:25 AM Time Out: 01:23 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. A. Bailey, Caregiver assisted me upon arrival. You arrived shortly after and assisted. This center currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. The last annual compliance visit was completed on August 2, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 12, 2024, earning a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on August 9, 2023, and the center was approved for daytime only. Twenty-one (21) children ranging from ages zero to seven years old were observed in care today. Children were engaged in free-choice play, outdoor play, eating snacks, completing hand washing, diapering, and toileting routines, and interacting with caregivers. Children brought individual snacks from home. The caregiver reported the summer program was active and only two classrooms (Spaces #5 and 7) were being used. Based on my observation, spaces 1, 2,3,4, and 8 were not being used today. Children were combined in Space #5 upon arrival and then split into two separate groups later in the visit. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. A staff/child ratio chart was not posted in Space #5. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Three active ant beds were observed on the toddler playground near the separating fence. A bottle of hand sanitizer with keep out of reach of children was stored on a shelf below 5ft. from the finished floor. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Seven cans of sunscreen in aerosol dispensed container were stored on a shelf in Space#7. .2820(b) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. Written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional was not on file for an asthma inhaler kept onsite for one preschool child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. A roll of plastic trash bags with draw strings was sitting on a cubby near the door lower than 5ft from the finished floor. A two year old child was present. .0604(q) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. First aid training not renewed on or before the annual date of March 12, 2024, for B. Shoop. .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. CPR training was not renewed on or before the annual date March 12, 2024, for B. Shoop. .1102(d) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. A complete file was not maintained one child enrolled on May 22, 2024. The file provided only included a partial application and immunization report. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A medical assessment was not on file of one preschool child enrolled on June 3, 2024. GS110-91(1) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please send a compliance verification letter to me describing how the violations were corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before August 1, 2024. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 77% as of July 17, 2024. I reminded you programs must maintain a compliance history score of 75% or higher to continue to operate with a Notice of Compliance or star rated license. CORPORTAION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. I reminded you the corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. Failure to comply may affect your child care license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the phone number email address and mailing address listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me at 252-214-2709 or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: Ants were observed on the preschool playground. Children played on the playground during the observation. I informed you the issue with the ants must be resolved prior to allowing children to play outside in that area. You stated you would address the issue immediately. We also discussed ensuring potentially hazardous products that includes warning labels are stored correctly. Sunscreen in aerosol dispensed containers and an asthma inhaler was stored on shelf lower that 5ft. from the finished floor. The aerosol can must be locked when not used. The shelf could be moved higher to meet the 5ft. requirement for items that do not require being locked. The storage of hazardous products in child care flyer was observed posted in ne classroom being used. It was recommended you post the flyer in all spaces for staff to use as a guide. CPR/First AID: Documentation of current CPR/First Aid certification training for one staff member (B. Shoop) was not on file. The training certificate on file expired on March 12, 2024. You stated you were not aware the training had expired and would like the caregiver to complete it. I recommend developing a system of tracking training renewal dates to ensure the training can be completed prior to the expiration dates. You could also ask staff to help with tracking their training renewal and expectations. MENTAL HEALTH BEGINS BY BIRTH: A free 6-hour training on the foundations of infant and early childhood mental health, offered by the ARCh Project at the Center for Child & Family Health. The six hours are divided over two half-days of content: The training dates will be on Friday, August 30th and Friday, September 6th, from 9:30am to 12:30pm each of those days. I will send you registration information via email. Available to anyone in NC whose professional work supports the relational, emotional, and mental health of babies and young children. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/18/2024 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 7/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 298 Time In: 08:25 AM Time Out: 01:23 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. A. Bailey, Caregiver assisted me upon arrival. You arrived shortly after and assisted. This center currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. The last annual compliance visit was completed on August 2, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 12, 2024, earning a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on August 9, 2023, and the center was approved for daytime only. Twenty-one (21) children ranging from ages zero to seven years old were observed in care today. Children were engaged in free-choice play, outdoor play, eating snacks, completing hand washing, diapering, and toileting routines, and interacting with caregivers. Children brought individual snacks from home. The caregiver reported the summer program was active and only two classrooms (Spaces #5 and 7) were being used. Based on my observation, spaces 1, 2,3,4, and 8 were not being used today. Children were combined in Space #5 upon arrival and then split into two separate groups later in the visit. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. A staff/child ratio chart was not posted in Space #5. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Three active ant beds were observed on the toddler playground near the separating fence. A bottle of hand sanitizer with keep out of reach of children was stored on a shelf below 5ft. from the finished floor. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Seven cans of sunscreen in aerosol dispensed container were stored on a shelf in Space#7. .2820(b) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. Written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional was not on file for an asthma inhaler kept onsite for one preschool child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. A roll of plastic trash bags with draw strings was sitting on a cubby near the door lower than 5ft from the finished floor. A two year old child was present. .0604(q) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. First aid training not renewed on or before the annual date of March 12, 2024, for B. Shoop. .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. CPR training was not renewed on or before the annual date March 12, 2024, for B. Shoop. .1102(d) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. A complete file was not maintained one child enrolled on May 22, 2024. The file provided only included a partial application and immunization report. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A medical assessment was not on file of one preschool child enrolled on June 3, 2024. GS110-91(1) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please send a compliance verification letter to me describing how the violations were corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before August 1, 2024. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 77% as of July 17, 2024. I reminded you programs must maintain a compliance history score of 75% or higher to continue to operate with a Notice of Compliance or star rated license. CORPORTAION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. I reminded you the corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. Failure to comply may affect your child care license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the phone number email address and mailing address listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me at 252-214-2709 or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: Ants were observed on the preschool playground. Children played on the playground during the observation. I informed you the issue with the ants must be resolved prior to allowing children to play outside in that area. You stated you would address the issue immediately. We also discussed ensuring potentially hazardous products that includes warning labels are stored correctly. Sunscreen in aerosol dispensed containers and an asthma inhaler was stored on shelf lower that 5ft. from the finished floor. The aerosol can must be locked when not used. The shelf could be moved higher to meet the 5ft. requirement for items that do not require being locked. The storage of hazardous products in child care flyer was observed posted in ne classroom being used. It was recommended you post the flyer in all spaces for staff to use as a guide. CPR/First AID: Documentation of current CPR/First Aid certification training for one staff member (B. Shoop) was not on file. The training certificate on file expired on March 12, 2024. You stated you were not aware the training had expired and would like the caregiver to complete it. I recommend developing a system of tracking training renewal dates to ensure the training can be completed prior to the expiration dates. You could also ask staff to help with tracking their training renewal and expectations. MENTAL HEALTH BEGINS BY BIRTH: A free 6-hour training on the foundations of infant and early childhood mental health, offered by the ARCh Project at the Center for Child & Family Health. The six hours are divided over two half-days of content: The training dates will be on Friday, August 30th and Friday, September 6th, from 9:30am to 12:30pm each of those days. I will send you registration information via email. Available to anyone in NC whose professional work supports the relational, emotional, and mental health of babies and young children. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/13/2024 Number Present: 42 Completed Date: 3/13/2024 Age: From 2 To 8 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 08:50 AM Time Out: 11:20 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. S. Andrews, Assistant Director assisted with the visit. Forty-two (42) children were observed in care today ranging from ages two to eight years old. Children were engaged in free choice play with developmentally age-appropriate materials, interacting with the caregivers, working on writing activities, completing toileting, and hand washing routines. Currently this program operates with a Notice of Compliance. The last sanitation inspection was completed on August 21, 2023, earning a superior classification. The last fire inspection was completed on August 29, 2023, and the center was approved for daytime care. The last annual compliance visit was completed on September 5, 2023. The following violations were documented today. Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Lysol, Febreze air freshener, and Barbasol shaving cream in aerosol dispensed containers were in an unlocked cabinet in Space #2. A staff member’s purse was in an unlocked cabinet in Space #8. .2820(b) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. A medication authorization form on file for Destitin diaper cream in Space #7 did not include the amount and frequency of the dosages. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Documentation was not on file to verify two employees had renewed their first aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Documentation was not on file to verify two employees had renewed their CPR training. .1102(d) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please send a compliance verification letter to me describing how the violations were corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before March 27, 2024. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined the information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The program's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 76% percent as of March 12, 2024. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro, is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains current and active. I reminded you the corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. Failure to comply may affect your child care license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your program are correct. If changes in your facility information occurs, please contact me at 252-214-2709 or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is updated in the system. LOCKED DOORS: Upon arrival a parent was observed waiting outside to enter the building for approximately four to five minutes prior to being granted access. The center's door remain locked during operation hours and parents/visitors are required to ring a doorbell for entrance. We discussed the locked door policy and it was stated a locked door policy was not in place. You stated parents have been notified access to the center is not granted prior to 9:00am. Based on our conversation and observation, it was determined requirements for a locked door policy could not be met due to classrooms not having direct exits to the outside. You reported the primary entrance and exit doors can be opened and are not locked from the inside of the building just the outside. I recommended you speak with he fire inspector regarding keeping the doors locked to inquire if fire codes are met with the doors being locked. I asked that you follow-up with me after speaking to the fire inspector regarding the response. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: Lysol, shaving cream in aerosol cans were in unlocked cabinets in Space #2 and *. You stated the locks were broken and would be repaired immediately. I recommended transferring those items to another locked cabinet until the one being used is repaired. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for children. Although there was sufficient surfacing on the playgrounds, it was compacted. We recommended having the surfacing tilled and redistributed evenly across the play areas. We also discussed adding a little more surfacing to the playground. MEDICATION AUTHORIZATION: We discussed the medication authorization form on file for Destitin diaper cream on site for one child enrolled. I informed you the authorization form did not include all the required information. You stated the permission form would be updated to include missing information. I further explained you could continue to use the center’s form; however, information must be added. FIRST/AID AND CPR: Documentation was not on file verifying updated first aid/CPR was completed by two employees. You stated the training has been completed but the cards were not available for review. I recommended retaining the first aid/CPR cards, making copies, and placing them in the staff files. It was recommended you make electronic files that could be retrieve in case the hard copies could not be accesses. CHILDREN’S ORAL HEALTH: We discussed the newsletter and resources sent out via email by the Child Care Health Consultant regarding children’s oral health. The information will help early child care educator’s understand the importance of children’s oral health and could be shared with parents. The Child Care Health Consultant is offering an upcoming training. The training topic is Stay Healthy, Stay Clean (Handwashing, Diapering and Food Handling in Child Care). This 2-hour training will focus on handwashing, diapering, and food handling procedures. The training is scheduled for March 21, 2024, 6 pm – 8 pm, Braswell Memorial Library. For more information contact Stacy at 252-557-4208 or email stacy_rosser@unc.edu. PROVIDER ACCESS to the BACKGROUND CHECK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: DCDEE launched the Provider Portal for ABCMS on February 1, 2024. This access will allow providers to: •See applicants that associate themselves with their facility and allow them to “hire” the applicant to their roster •See the real-time background check status of staff members •Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits To gain access to the Provider Portal complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training on DCDEE's Moodle. The training consists of watching a short video then taking a test about the video. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the test. Email the certificate along with your full name, position, and Facility ID to DCDEE_ABCMS_Provider@dhhs.nc.gov to get access to the portal. We will grant your access within 2 business days. Please do not use this email account to ask background check questions. If you have general questions, please continue to use DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. CHILD CARE RULE CHANGE UPDATES AND TRAINING MODULES AVAILABLE in DCDEE MOODLE: The Child Care Commission adopted child care rule changes in January 2024. Changes relate to definitions; lead and asbestos for centers and family child care homes; building requirements for family child care homes; multi-unit child care centers; and criminal background checks. Consultants will assist as you begin to review and implement the changes, but please note, some of the rule changes may or may not impact your facility. An example is the rules in section .2600 for multi-unit child care center. These rules are specific to child care centers with multiple licensed centers within one building. Please ensure you are using the updated January 2024 rule book, and view information in the DCDEE Moodle (enroll if necessary). You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. If you do not have an NCID, use this link to get one: https://ncid.nc.gov. Rule training modules can be found in the same course as the October 2017 Child Care Rule Rollout. If you are unfamiliar with the Child Care Rule Rollout within Moodle and how to navigate, please visit: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Learning-Resources/How-to-Navigate-Moodle. To get help with Moodle, email DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-9326. EQUIVALENCY EXAM OFFLINE for MAINTENANCE: The NC Early Childhood Equivalency exam located in Moodle will be unavailable until further notice for updates. In the meantime, earn the Early Childhood Education Certificate by enrolling in EDU 119 at a local community college. Better yet, take advantage of DCDEE’s offer of a No-Cost Professional Development Teacher Membership and earn your CDA! The NC Early Childhood Equivalency exam located in Moodle will be unavailable until further notice for updates. In the meantime, earn the Early Childhood Education Certificate by enrolling in EDU 119 at a local community college. At the conclusion of today’s visit, the visit summary report was completed, reviewed, and left with you. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09.0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: CHRISTINA BYNUM Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1123-202A Visit Date: 11/20/2023 Number Present: 25 Completed Date: 11/20/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 11:15 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of childcare requirements at this childcare facility. Kimberly Wainwright, Director, and Summer Andrews, Administrator, were present during the visit. I conducted a walk-through of the facility with Ms. Wainwright. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Wainwright and Ms. Andrews. Limited monitoring of childcare requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 873 Center staff did not follow the EMC plan. that two staff members did not follow the Emergency Medical Care plan when they failed to notify center management or the child’s parent when a child was seriously injured at the facility. 10A NCAC 09.0802(a) You may contact Christina Bynum, Investigations Consultant, at (252)414-5942 or by email at christina.w.bynum@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time. During the visit the internet was not working probably, so I was unable to document the visit summary in the system. I discussed with Ms. Wainwright and Ms. Andrews about the information that would be on the visit summary. I informed Ms. Wainwright that I would e-mail her a copy of the visit summary. Ms. Wainwright and Ms. Andrews stated that she did not have any additional questions about the visit summary. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/2/2023 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 8/2/2023 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 280 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 01:25 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. S. Andrews, Administrator assisted with the visit. This center currently operates with a Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2023. The last annual compliance visit was completed on August 11, 2022. The last sanitation inspection was completed on May 9, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 7, 2023, and the center was approved for daytime care only. Nineteen children were observed in care today ranging from ages two to seven years old. Care was provided in Space #5 and 6. The other classrooms were not being used due to closure for the summer; however, they were monitored, and technical assistance provided. Children were engaged in morning activities, free-choice play with developmentally age-appropriate materials, outdoor play, completing hand washing and toileting routines and eating snack. Snack consisted of meals brought from home. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was (80%) as of August 1, 2023. The following violation of the child care requirements was documented today. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The center’s sanitation was not completed on or before the date of the previous inspection dated April 29, 2022. The current sanitation was dated for May 9, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival and departure times were not documented for ten children between July 20, 2023 to August 1, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. the surfacing around the large play structure and swings on playground #2 was compacted and hard. The surfacing measured less than two inches. .0605(j) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A cigarette lighter was observed on a desk accessible to children in Space #6, a plastic milk jug accessible to children was cracked exposing sharp edges in Space #5, an unraveled water hose was on the ground on playground #1. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A can of Great value air freshener was observed in an unlocked bathroom used by children. .2820(b) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. An annual health questionnaire was not on file for one staff member. The last health questionnaire was dated for July 7, 2022. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A criminal background check was not completed for two employees hire on July 8, 2022 and June 19, 2023. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Documentation was not on file to verify first aid training was completed for one staff member hired on July 8, 2022. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Documentation was not on file to verify CPR training was completed for one staff member hire don July 8, 2022. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file for two employees hired July 8, 2022, and June 19, 2023. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. A medical report was not on file for one employee hired on June 19, 2023 .0701(d) 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. Documentation was not on file to verify Recognizing and Responding to Suspicion of Child Maltreatment within 90 days of employment as required for one staff member hired on July 8, 2022. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Health and safety training was not completed within one year of employment for one staff member hired on July 8, 2022. .1102(a) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please send a compliance verification letter to me describing how the violation was corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before August 16, 2023. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. Failure to comply may affect your child care license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the phone number, mailing address and email address listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me at 252-214-2709 or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Criminal background checks were not completed for two employees hired to work in the child care program during the summer. You stated your understanding was staff did not need to complete criminal background checks if they were not left alone with children. I informed you employees hired to work in the child care center are required to complete a criminal background check and have a valid qualification letter on file. It was recommended completing the criminal background check process prior to employment to determine qualification and ensure the letter is available for the staff file. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: We discussed the hazards observed during the walk-through. I reminded you a safe and healthy environment must always be provided to children in care. You removed the air freshener in the aerosol can and placed in in a locked storage. The plastic grocery bag was also removed from the hook in the hallway and thrown away. You stated a new custodian was hired and the safety requirements had not been reviewed with her yet. Also the surfacing was hard and compacted. When measured it was less than two inches in depth. You stated the issue with surfacing has been reported and would be corrected. I recommended completing orientation with all staff and others utilizing the child care center to ensure they are aware of the safety practices. Staff should also be mindful of items added to the classroom. These items should not have sharp points that could puncture a child’s skin. I also recommend you conduct periodic safety checks in all spaces of the child care center to identify potential safety hazards and removed them immediately. RECORDKEEPING: Staff files were missing required medical reports, criminal background check qualification letters, verification of specific trainings and orientation. You stated the program was currently going though a transition of administrators. You added administration assigned for the summer had been maintaining the records. You added checklists have been utilized to assist with organizing files. I recommended conducting periodic files reviews to ensure required trainings are completed and all documentation is on file and available for review. I informed you receipts and rosters were not valid documentation to verify completion of CPR & first aid. You or staff should request a certificate or written statement on letter head be provided from the instructor if the cards cannot be given on the date of the training. SPACE CHANGES: You stated the Space # 6 would soon be designated for the church nursery. You added the plan is to move the toddlers across the hall to Space #7. You reported the school-agers would be transferred to the current workroom which is not a license space at this time. I informed a request to make the reported changes must be submitted to me. I added a visit would be conducted to measure the unlicensed space and add it to the capacity. Also if not already done, a sanitation and fire inspection must be completed to include the unlicensed space prior to approval to utilize or add to the program Notice of Compliance. The inspection report must be sent to me along with the change request. UPDATED APPLICATION: We discussed the status of completing the updated application for the purpose of changing the corporate contact. You stated the application had been given to the pastor for his signature. During the visit, we reviewed the application and determined it was not completed. I advised you to complete the missing forms and return to me via postal mail. I requested the application packet be submitted within one week (August 9, 2023). GETTING HELP WITH CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS: Assistance can be requested for help with handling challenging behaviors. The Healthy Social Behaviors in Child Care Centers Project (HSB) provides ideas to create a learning environment that can assist in preventing challenging behaviors. They provide free technical assistance, professional development, and they offer a variety of additional resources. For additional information on the Healthy Social Behaviors Project or to view a current listing of scheduled trainings, browse the NC Child Care Resource & Referral Council website. For information about Pyramid Model CEU-level trainings, contact the HSB Education Specialist, Liz Tuttle at etuttle@childcareresourcesinc.org. To obtain a Request for TA Services, contact your local Behavior Specialist or email the Statewide Project Manager, Smokie Brawley, at sbrawley@childcareresourcesinc.org. You and staff can also contact the challenging behavior helpline at 1-888- 600-1685 option 2. You can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor or submit questions about specific behaviors in your program. You will also be able to post questions in the “Talk to the Expert” group in the online network. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/2/2023 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 8/2/2023 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 280 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 01:25 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. S. Andrews, Administrator assisted with the visit. This center currently operates with a Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2023. The last annual compliance visit was completed on August 11, 2022. The last sanitation inspection was completed on May 9, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 7, 2023, and the center was approved for daytime care only. Nineteen children were observed in care today ranging from ages two to seven years old. Care was provided in Space #5 and 6. The other classrooms were not being used due to closure for the summer; however, they were monitored, and technical assistance provided. Children were engaged in morning activities, free-choice play with developmentally age-appropriate materials, outdoor play, completing hand washing and toileting routines and eating snack. Snack consisted of meals brought from home. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was (80%) as of August 1, 2023. The following violation of the child care requirements was documented today. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The center’s sanitation was not completed on or before the date of the previous inspection dated April 29, 2022. The current sanitation was dated for May 9, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival and departure times were not documented for ten children between July 20, 2023 to August 1, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. the surfacing around the large play structure and swings on playground #2 was compacted and hard. The surfacing measured less than two inches. .0605(j) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A cigarette lighter was observed on a desk accessible to children in Space #6, a plastic milk jug accessible to children was cracked exposing sharp edges in Space #5, an unraveled water hose was on the ground on playground #1. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A can of Great value air freshener was observed in an unlocked bathroom used by children. .2820(b) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. An annual health questionnaire was not on file for one staff member. The last health questionnaire was dated for July 7, 2022. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A criminal background check was not completed for two employees hire on July 8, 2022 and June 19, 2023. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Documentation was not on file to verify first aid training was completed for one staff member hired on July 8, 2022. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Documentation was not on file to verify CPR training was completed for one staff member hire don July 8, 2022. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file for two employees hired July 8, 2022, and June 19, 2023. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. A medical report was not on file for one employee hired on June 19, 2023 .0701(d) 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. Documentation was not on file to verify Recognizing and Responding to Suspicion of Child Maltreatment within 90 days of employment as required for one staff member hired on July 8, 2022. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Health and safety training was not completed within one year of employment for one staff member hired on July 8, 2022. .1102(a) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please send a compliance verification letter to me describing how the violation was corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before August 16, 2023. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. Failure to comply may affect your child care license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the phone number, mailing address and email address listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me at 252-214-2709 or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Criminal background checks were not completed for two employees hired to work in the child care program during the summer. You stated your understanding was staff did not need to complete criminal background checks if they were not left alone with children. I informed you employees hired to work in the child care center are required to complete a criminal background check and have a valid qualification letter on file. It was recommended completing the criminal background check process prior to employment to determine qualification and ensure the letter is available for the staff file. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: We discussed the hazards observed during the walk-through. I reminded you a safe and healthy environment must always be provided to children in care. You removed the air freshener in the aerosol can and placed in in a locked storage. The plastic grocery bag was also removed from the hook in the hallway and thrown away. You stated a new custodian was hired and the safety requirements had not been reviewed with her yet. Also the surfacing was hard and compacted. When measured it was less than two inches in depth. You stated the issue with surfacing has been reported and would be corrected. I recommended completing orientation with all staff and others utilizing the child care center to ensure they are aware of the safety practices. Staff should also be mindful of items added to the classroom. These items should not have sharp points that could puncture a child’s skin. I also recommend you conduct periodic safety checks in all spaces of the child care center to identify potential safety hazards and removed them immediately. RECORDKEEPING: Staff files were missing required medical reports, criminal background check qualification letters, verification of specific trainings and orientation. You stated the program was currently going though a transition of administrators. You added administration assigned for the summer had been maintaining the records. You added checklists have been utilized to assist with organizing files. I recommended conducting periodic files reviews to ensure required trainings are completed and all documentation is on file and available for review. I informed you receipts and rosters were not valid documentation to verify completion of CPR & first aid. You or staff should request a certificate or written statement on letter head be provided from the instructor if the cards cannot be given on the date of the training. SPACE CHANGES: You stated the Space # 6 would soon be designated for the church nursery. You added the plan is to move the toddlers across the hall to Space #7. You reported the school-agers would be transferred to the current workroom which is not a license space at this time. I informed a request to make the reported changes must be submitted to me. I added a visit would be conducted to measure the unlicensed space and add it to the capacity. Also if not already done, a sanitation and fire inspection must be completed to include the unlicensed space prior to approval to utilize or add to the program Notice of Compliance. The inspection report must be sent to me along with the change request. UPDATED APPLICATION: We discussed the status of completing the updated application for the purpose of changing the corporate contact. You stated the application had been given to the pastor for his signature. During the visit, we reviewed the application and determined it was not completed. I advised you to complete the missing forms and return to me via postal mail. I requested the application packet be submitted within one week (August 9, 2023). GETTING HELP WITH CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS: Assistance can be requested for help with handling challenging behaviors. The Healthy Social Behaviors in Child Care Centers Project (HSB) provides ideas to create a learning environment that can assist in preventing challenging behaviors. They provide free technical assistance, professional development, and they offer a variety of additional resources. For additional information on the Healthy Social Behaviors Project or to view a current listing of scheduled trainings, browse the NC Child Care Resource & Referral Council website. For information about Pyramid Model CEU-level trainings, contact the HSB Education Specialist, Liz Tuttle at etuttle@childcareresourcesinc.org. To obtain a Request for TA Services, contact your local Behavior Specialist or email the Statewide Project Manager, Smokie Brawley, at sbrawley@childcareresourcesinc.org. You and staff can also contact the challenging behavior helpline at 1-888- 600-1685 option 2. You can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor or submit questions about specific behaviors in your program. You will also be able to post questions in the “Talk to the Expert” group in the online network. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/2/2023 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 8/2/2023 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 280 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 01:25 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. S. Andrews, Administrator assisted with the visit. This center currently operates with a Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2023. The last annual compliance visit was completed on August 11, 2022. The last sanitation inspection was completed on May 9, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 7, 2023, and the center was approved for daytime care only. Nineteen children were observed in care today ranging from ages two to seven years old. Care was provided in Space #5 and 6. The other classrooms were not being used due to closure for the summer; however, they were monitored, and technical assistance provided. Children were engaged in morning activities, free-choice play with developmentally age-appropriate materials, outdoor play, completing hand washing and toileting routines and eating snack. Snack consisted of meals brought from home. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was (80%) as of August 1, 2023. The following violation of the child care requirements was documented today. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The center’s sanitation was not completed on or before the date of the previous inspection dated April 29, 2022. The current sanitation was dated for May 9, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival and departure times were not documented for ten children between July 20, 2023 to August 1, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. the surfacing around the large play structure and swings on playground #2 was compacted and hard. The surfacing measured less than two inches. .0605(j) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A cigarette lighter was observed on a desk accessible to children in Space #6, a plastic milk jug accessible to children was cracked exposing sharp edges in Space #5, an unraveled water hose was on the ground on playground #1. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A can of Great value air freshener was observed in an unlocked bathroom used by children. .2820(b) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. An annual health questionnaire was not on file for one staff member. The last health questionnaire was dated for July 7, 2022. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A criminal background check was not completed for two employees hire on July 8, 2022 and June 19, 2023. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Documentation was not on file to verify first aid training was completed for one staff member hired on July 8, 2022. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Documentation was not on file to verify CPR training was completed for one staff member hire don July 8, 2022. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file for two employees hired July 8, 2022, and June 19, 2023. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. A medical report was not on file for one employee hired on June 19, 2023 .0701(d) 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. Documentation was not on file to verify Recognizing and Responding to Suspicion of Child Maltreatment within 90 days of employment as required for one staff member hired on July 8, 2022. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Health and safety training was not completed within one year of employment for one staff member hired on July 8, 2022. .1102(a) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please send a compliance verification letter to me describing how the violation was corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before August 16, 2023. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. Failure to comply may affect your child care license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the phone number, mailing address and email address listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me at 252-214-2709 or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Criminal background checks were not completed for two employees hired to work in the child care program during the summer. You stated your understanding was staff did not need to complete criminal background checks if they were not left alone with children. I informed you employees hired to work in the child care center are required to complete a criminal background check and have a valid qualification letter on file. It was recommended completing the criminal background check process prior to employment to determine qualification and ensure the letter is available for the staff file. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: We discussed the hazards observed during the walk-through. I reminded you a safe and healthy environment must always be provided to children in care. You removed the air freshener in the aerosol can and placed in in a locked storage. The plastic grocery bag was also removed from the hook in the hallway and thrown away. You stated a new custodian was hired and the safety requirements had not been reviewed with her yet. Also the surfacing was hard and compacted. When measured it was less than two inches in depth. You stated the issue with surfacing has been reported and would be corrected. I recommended completing orientation with all staff and others utilizing the child care center to ensure they are aware of the safety practices. Staff should also be mindful of items added to the classroom. These items should not have sharp points that could puncture a child’s skin. I also recommend you conduct periodic safety checks in all spaces of the child care center to identify potential safety hazards and removed them immediately. RECORDKEEPING: Staff files were missing required medical reports, criminal background check qualification letters, verification of specific trainings and orientation. You stated the program was currently going though a transition of administrators. You added administration assigned for the summer had been maintaining the records. You added checklists have been utilized to assist with organizing files. I recommended conducting periodic files reviews to ensure required trainings are completed and all documentation is on file and available for review. I informed you receipts and rosters were not valid documentation to verify completion of CPR & first aid. You or staff should request a certificate or written statement on letter head be provided from the instructor if the cards cannot be given on the date of the training. SPACE CHANGES: You stated the Space # 6 would soon be designated for the church nursery. You added the plan is to move the toddlers across the hall to Space #7. You reported the school-agers would be transferred to the current workroom which is not a license space at this time. I informed a request to make the reported changes must be submitted to me. I added a visit would be conducted to measure the unlicensed space and add it to the capacity. Also if not already done, a sanitation and fire inspection must be completed to include the unlicensed space prior to approval to utilize or add to the program Notice of Compliance. The inspection report must be sent to me along with the change request. UPDATED APPLICATION: We discussed the status of completing the updated application for the purpose of changing the corporate contact. You stated the application had been given to the pastor for his signature. During the visit, we reviewed the application and determined it was not completed. I advised you to complete the missing forms and return to me via postal mail. I requested the application packet be submitted within one week (August 9, 2023). GETTING HELP WITH CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS: Assistance can be requested for help with handling challenging behaviors. The Healthy Social Behaviors in Child Care Centers Project (HSB) provides ideas to create a learning environment that can assist in preventing challenging behaviors. They provide free technical assistance, professional development, and they offer a variety of additional resources. For additional information on the Healthy Social Behaviors Project or to view a current listing of scheduled trainings, browse the NC Child Care Resource & Referral Council website. For information about Pyramid Model CEU-level trainings, contact the HSB Education Specialist, Liz Tuttle at etuttle@childcareresourcesinc.org. To obtain a Request for TA Services, contact your local Behavior Specialist or email the Statewide Project Manager, Smokie Brawley, at sbrawley@childcareresourcesinc.org. You and staff can also contact the challenging behavior helpline at 1-888- 600-1685 option 2. You can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor or submit questions about specific behaviors in your program. You will also be able to post questions in the “Talk to the Expert” group in the online network. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Facility ID: 33000503 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/2/2023 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 8/2/2023 Age: From 2 To 7 Total Minutes: 280 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 01:25 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. S. Andrews, Administrator assisted with the visit. This center currently operates with a Notice of Compliance, issued September 3, 2023. The last annual compliance visit was completed on August 11, 2022. The last sanitation inspection was completed on May 9, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 7, 2023, and the center was approved for daytime care only. Nineteen children were observed in care today ranging from ages two to seven years old. Care was provided in Space #5 and 6. The other classrooms were not being used due to closure for the summer; however, they were monitored, and technical assistance provided. Children were engaged in morning activities, free-choice play with developmentally age-appropriate materials, outdoor play, completing hand washing and toileting routines and eating snack. Snack consisted of meals brought from home. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was (80%) as of August 1, 2023. The following violation of the child care requirements was documented today. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The center’s sanitation was not completed on or before the date of the previous inspection dated April 29, 2022. The current sanitation was dated for May 9, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival and departure times were not documented for ten children between July 20, 2023 to August 1, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. the surfacing around the large play structure and swings on playground #2 was compacted and hard. The surfacing measured less than two inches. .0605(j) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A cigarette lighter was observed on a desk accessible to children in Space #6, a plastic milk jug accessible to children was cracked exposing sharp edges in Space #5, an unraveled water hose was on the ground on playground #1. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A can of Great value air freshener was observed in an unlocked bathroom used by children. .2820(b) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. An annual health questionnaire was not on file for one staff member. The last health questionnaire was dated for July 7, 2022. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A criminal background check was not completed for two employees hire on July 8, 2022 and June 19, 2023. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Documentation was not on file to verify first aid training was completed for one staff member hired on July 8, 2022. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Documentation was not on file to verify CPR training was completed for one staff member hire don July 8, 2022. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file for two employees hired July 8, 2022, and June 19, 2023. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. A medical report was not on file for one employee hired on June 19, 2023 .0701(d) 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. Documentation was not on file to verify Recognizing and Responding to Suspicion of Child Maltreatment within 90 days of employment as required for one staff member hired on July 8, 2022. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Health and safety training was not completed within one year of employment for one staff member hired on July 8, 2022. .1102(a) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please send a compliance verification letter to me describing how the violation was corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before August 16, 2023. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. CORPORATION STATUS: First Baptist Church of Tarboro is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, First Baptist Church of Tarboro remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. Failure to comply may affect your child care license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the phone number, mailing address and email address listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occur in the future, contact me at 252-214-2709 or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure accurate information is updated in our system. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Criminal background checks were not completed for two employees hired to work in the child care program during the summer. You stated your understanding was staff did not need to complete criminal background checks if they were not left alone with children. I informed you employees hired to work in the child care center are required to complete a criminal background check and have a valid qualification letter on file. It was recommended completing the criminal background check process prior to employment to determine qualification and ensure the letter is available for the staff file. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: We discussed the hazards observed during the walk-through. I reminded you a safe and healthy environment must always be provided to children in care. You removed the air freshener in the aerosol can and placed in in a locked storage. The plastic grocery bag was also removed from the hook in the hallway and thrown away. You stated a new custodian was hired and the safety requirements had not been reviewed with her yet. Also the surfacing was hard and compacted. When measured it was less than two inches in depth. You stated the issue with surfacing has been reported and would be corrected. I recommended completing orientation with all staff and others utilizing the child care center to ensure they are aware of the safety practices. Staff should also be mindful of items added to the classroom. These items should not have sharp points that could puncture a child’s skin. I also recommend you conduct periodic safety checks in all spaces of the child care center to identify potential safety hazards and removed them immediately. RECORDKEEPING: Staff files were missing required medical reports, criminal background check qualification letters, verification of specific trainings and orientation. You stated the program was currently going though a transition of administrators. You added administration assigned for the summer had been maintaining the records. You added checklists have been utilized to assist with organizing files. I recommended conducting periodic files reviews to ensure required trainings are completed and all documentation is on file and available for review. I informed you receipts and rosters were not valid documentation to verify completion of CPR & first aid. You or staff should request a certificate or written statement on letter head be provided from the instructor if the cards cannot be given on the date of the training. SPACE CHANGES: You stated the Space # 6 would soon be designated for the church nursery. You added the plan is to move the toddlers across the hall to Space #7. You reported the school-agers would be transferred to the current workroom which is not a license space at this time. I informed a request to make the reported changes must be submitted to me. I added a visit would be conducted to measure the unlicensed space and add it to the capacity. Also if not already done, a sanitation and fire inspection must be completed to include the unlicensed space prior to approval to utilize or add to the program Notice of Compliance. The inspection report must be sent to me along with the change request. UPDATED APPLICATION: We discussed the status of completing the updated application for the purpose of changing the corporate contact. You stated the application had been given to the pastor for his signature. During the visit, we reviewed the application and determined it was not completed. I advised you to complete the missing forms and return to me via postal mail. I requested the application packet be submitted within one week (August 9, 2023). GETTING HELP WITH CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS: Assistance can be requested for help with handling challenging behaviors. The Healthy Social Behaviors in Child Care Centers Project (HSB) provides ideas to create a learning environment that can assist in preventing challenging behaviors. They provide free technical assistance, professional development, and they offer a variety of additional resources. For additional information on the Healthy Social Behaviors Project or to view a current listing of scheduled trainings, browse the NC Child Care Resource & Referral Council website. For information about Pyramid Model CEU-level trainings, contact the HSB Education Specialist, Liz Tuttle at etuttle@childcareresourcesinc.org. To obtain a Request for TA Services, contact your local Behavior Specialist or email the Statewide Project Manager, Smokie Brawley, at sbrawley@childcareresourcesinc.org. You and staff can also contact the challenging behavior helpline at 1-888- 600-1685 option 2. You can speak to a Behavior Support Advisor or submit questions about specific behaviors in your program. You will also be able to post questions in the “Talk to the Expert” group in the online network. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times