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321 W Main AVE, Taylorsville NC 28681 · License #0250527 · Center · Child Care Center
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10A NCAC 09 .0802 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/28/2025 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 8/28/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 345 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, and Stephanie Marshall, Assistant Director, assisted us with today’s visit. Meria Wilder, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 24, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 11, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted September 25, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-one percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed engaging in free choice activities, outdoor play, teacher directed activities, lunch, and rest time. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills were completed monthly as required. The last fire drill was completed on July 18, 2025. Emergency drills are being completed every three months as required. The last emergency drill was completed on June 20, 2025. Your playground meets child care safety standards. The last playground inspection checklist was completed on August 26, 2025. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All medications, their permission to administer forms, and medical action plans were monitored during today's visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC PreK lead teachers are Annette Warren and Terry Walker. Teachers are Rebeca Welborn and Christina Moose. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. Checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. The classroom operates from 7:45am to 2:45pm. Parent conferences are conducted at the beginning and end of the year. It was reported that classrooms use the Brightwheel app, emails, and face to face to communicate with parents. Your facility has completed the Lead Water, Lead-Based Paint, and Asbestos with Clean Water for Carolina Kids. Your facility has created and is maintaining the facility roster within the ABCMS portal. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Items such as pots, pans, and the water fountain had visible rust on the playground. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. An unlocked storage closet between space 1 and space 3 contained an aerosol can of shaving cream. .2820(b) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In space 3, an emergency medication was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 3 and space 6, one child's emergency medication did not have a permission to form on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. In space 3, items stored in Ziploc plastic bags and grocery bags below five feet, accessible to children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Playground inspections were not completed for the months of April, May, June, July. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EMC plan annually. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff member hired on 4/14/25, 5/19/25, and 6/19/25 did not have documentation of completing at least 16 hours of orientation within the first 6 weeks. .1101(a) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In space 7, attendance was not completed for 8/27/25 and 8/28/25. In space 9, attendance was not completed for 8/28/25. GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A staff member hired on 6/12/25 did not have a qualification letter on file for review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan annually. .0607(e) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that prescription medications should be in the original packaging from the pharmacy. It is recommended that parents are reminded that if they bring a prescription medication to the facility that it must come in the labeled box from the pharmacy. 2. It is recommended that all medications should contain permission to administer form. It is recommended that medications be checked in by administrative staff prior to it being released to classroom staff. 3. It is recommended that staff check their attendance at cutoff time to ensure that it has been completed for the day. Administrative staff may make an all call using the walkie talkies to remind staff to complete their daily attendance. 4. It is recommended that staff conduct a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that all hazardous products are properly stored. Items that can be easily torn, swallowed, and may be considered a suffocation hazard should be stored at least five feet. Aerosol cans should be placed in locked storage. A staff member removed the items and disposed of the plastic. 5. It is recommended that administrative staff create a schedule for staff trained in Playground Safety to rotate monitoring the playgrounds and complete the outdoor playground inspection checklist. Staff should document items that need repaired and remove them from the playground area. 6. It is recommended that administrative staff ensure that all staff have reviewed and signed documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan and the Emergency Medical Care plan. 7. It is recommended that administrative staff create a timeline for new hires to complete their new staff orientation within the specified time. 8. It is recommended that staff email their current criminal background qualification letter to the director to have as an extra on file when it may be misplaced. Criminal Background qualification letters are required to be on file in the staff member’s personnel file. 9. It is recommended that staff utilize and maintain the health and safety training log to ensure that all health and safety trainings are completed. Health and safety trainings are required to be completed within one year of their hire date and every five years thereafter. Consultation was provided on the following: Please send the revised signed staff and training worksheets to me with your compliance letter. WORKS STATUS LETTER: Child Care Rule .0703(c) Within six months of an individual assuming lead teacher or child care administrator duties, each center shall maintain the following information in the individual's staff record: (2) a copy of notification from the Division that the individual meets the equivalency or that the individual does not meet the equivalency and must enroll in coursework; DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -QRIS Modernization: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child Care programs are 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 September 11, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/28/2025 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 8/28/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 345 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, and Stephanie Marshall, Assistant Director, assisted us with today’s visit. Meria Wilder, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 24, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 11, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted September 25, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-one percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed engaging in free choice activities, outdoor play, teacher directed activities, lunch, and rest time. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills were completed monthly as required. The last fire drill was completed on July 18, 2025. Emergency drills are being completed every three months as required. The last emergency drill was completed on June 20, 2025. Your playground meets child care safety standards. The last playground inspection checklist was completed on August 26, 2025. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All medications, their permission to administer forms, and medical action plans were monitored during today's visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC PreK lead teachers are Annette Warren and Terry Walker. Teachers are Rebeca Welborn and Christina Moose. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. Checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. The classroom operates from 7:45am to 2:45pm. Parent conferences are conducted at the beginning and end of the year. It was reported that classrooms use the Brightwheel app, emails, and face to face to communicate with parents. Your facility has completed the Lead Water, Lead-Based Paint, and Asbestos with Clean Water for Carolina Kids. Your facility has created and is maintaining the facility roster within the ABCMS portal. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Items such as pots, pans, and the water fountain had visible rust on the playground. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. An unlocked storage closet between space 1 and space 3 contained an aerosol can of shaving cream. .2820(b) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In space 3, an emergency medication was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 3 and space 6, one child's emergency medication did not have a permission to form on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. In space 3, items stored in Ziploc plastic bags and grocery bags below five feet, accessible to children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Playground inspections were not completed for the months of April, May, June, July. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EMC plan annually. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff member hired on 4/14/25, 5/19/25, and 6/19/25 did not have documentation of completing at least 16 hours of orientation within the first 6 weeks. .1101(a) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In space 7, attendance was not completed for 8/27/25 and 8/28/25. In space 9, attendance was not completed for 8/28/25. GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A staff member hired on 6/12/25 did not have a qualification letter on file for review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan annually. .0607(e) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that prescription medications should be in the original packaging from the pharmacy. It is recommended that parents are reminded that if they bring a prescription medication to the facility that it must come in the labeled box from the pharmacy. 2. It is recommended that all medications should contain permission to administer form. It is recommended that medications be checked in by administrative staff prior to it being released to classroom staff. 3. It is recommended that staff check their attendance at cutoff time to ensure that it has been completed for the day. Administrative staff may make an all call using the walkie talkies to remind staff to complete their daily attendance. 4. It is recommended that staff conduct a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that all hazardous products are properly stored. Items that can be easily torn, swallowed, and may be considered a suffocation hazard should be stored at least five feet. Aerosol cans should be placed in locked storage. A staff member removed the items and disposed of the plastic. 5. It is recommended that administrative staff create a schedule for staff trained in Playground Safety to rotate monitoring the playgrounds and complete the outdoor playground inspection checklist. Staff should document items that need repaired and remove them from the playground area. 6. It is recommended that administrative staff ensure that all staff have reviewed and signed documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan and the Emergency Medical Care plan. 7. It is recommended that administrative staff create a timeline for new hires to complete their new staff orientation within the specified time. 8. It is recommended that staff email their current criminal background qualification letter to the director to have as an extra on file when it may be misplaced. Criminal Background qualification letters are required to be on file in the staff member’s personnel file. 9. It is recommended that staff utilize and maintain the health and safety training log to ensure that all health and safety trainings are completed. Health and safety trainings are required to be completed within one year of their hire date and every five years thereafter. Consultation was provided on the following: Please send the revised signed staff and training worksheets to me with your compliance letter. WORKS STATUS LETTER: Child Care Rule .0703(c) Within six months of an individual assuming lead teacher or child care administrator duties, each center shall maintain the following information in the individual's staff record: (2) a copy of notification from the Division that the individual meets the equivalency or that the individual does not meet the equivalency and must enroll in coursework; DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -QRIS Modernization: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child Care programs are 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 September 11, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .3009 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/28/2025 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 8/28/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 345 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, and Stephanie Marshall, Assistant Director, assisted us with today’s visit. Meria Wilder, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 24, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 11, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted September 25, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-one percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed engaging in free choice activities, outdoor play, teacher directed activities, lunch, and rest time. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills were completed monthly as required. The last fire drill was completed on July 18, 2025. Emergency drills are being completed every three months as required. The last emergency drill was completed on June 20, 2025. Your playground meets child care safety standards. The last playground inspection checklist was completed on August 26, 2025. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All medications, their permission to administer forms, and medical action plans were monitored during today's visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC PreK lead teachers are Annette Warren and Terry Walker. Teachers are Rebeca Welborn and Christina Moose. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. Checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. The classroom operates from 7:45am to 2:45pm. Parent conferences are conducted at the beginning and end of the year. It was reported that classrooms use the Brightwheel app, emails, and face to face to communicate with parents. Your facility has completed the Lead Water, Lead-Based Paint, and Asbestos with Clean Water for Carolina Kids. Your facility has created and is maintaining the facility roster within the ABCMS portal. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Items such as pots, pans, and the water fountain had visible rust on the playground. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. An unlocked storage closet between space 1 and space 3 contained an aerosol can of shaving cream. .2820(b) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In space 3, an emergency medication was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 3 and space 6, one child's emergency medication did not have a permission to form on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. In space 3, items stored in Ziploc plastic bags and grocery bags below five feet, accessible to children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Playground inspections were not completed for the months of April, May, June, July. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EMC plan annually. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff member hired on 4/14/25, 5/19/25, and 6/19/25 did not have documentation of completing at least 16 hours of orientation within the first 6 weeks. .1101(a) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In space 7, attendance was not completed for 8/27/25 and 8/28/25. In space 9, attendance was not completed for 8/28/25. GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A staff member hired on 6/12/25 did not have a qualification letter on file for review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan annually. .0607(e) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that prescription medications should be in the original packaging from the pharmacy. It is recommended that parents are reminded that if they bring a prescription medication to the facility that it must come in the labeled box from the pharmacy. 2. It is recommended that all medications should contain permission to administer form. It is recommended that medications be checked in by administrative staff prior to it being released to classroom staff. 3. It is recommended that staff check their attendance at cutoff time to ensure that it has been completed for the day. Administrative staff may make an all call using the walkie talkies to remind staff to complete their daily attendance. 4. It is recommended that staff conduct a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that all hazardous products are properly stored. Items that can be easily torn, swallowed, and may be considered a suffocation hazard should be stored at least five feet. Aerosol cans should be placed in locked storage. A staff member removed the items and disposed of the plastic. 5. It is recommended that administrative staff create a schedule for staff trained in Playground Safety to rotate monitoring the playgrounds and complete the outdoor playground inspection checklist. Staff should document items that need repaired and remove them from the playground area. 6. It is recommended that administrative staff ensure that all staff have reviewed and signed documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan and the Emergency Medical Care plan. 7. It is recommended that administrative staff create a timeline for new hires to complete their new staff orientation within the specified time. 8. It is recommended that staff email their current criminal background qualification letter to the director to have as an extra on file when it may be misplaced. Criminal Background qualification letters are required to be on file in the staff member’s personnel file. 9. It is recommended that staff utilize and maintain the health and safety training log to ensure that all health and safety trainings are completed. Health and safety trainings are required to be completed within one year of their hire date and every five years thereafter. Consultation was provided on the following: Please send the revised signed staff and training worksheets to me with your compliance letter. WORKS STATUS LETTER: Child Care Rule .0703(c) Within six months of an individual assuming lead teacher or child care administrator duties, each center shall maintain the following information in the individual's staff record: (2) a copy of notification from the Division that the individual meets the equivalency or that the individual does not meet the equivalency and must enroll in coursework; DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -QRIS Modernization: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child Care programs are 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 September 11, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/28/2025 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 8/28/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 345 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, and Stephanie Marshall, Assistant Director, assisted us with today’s visit. Meria Wilder, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 24, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 11, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted September 25, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-one percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed engaging in free choice activities, outdoor play, teacher directed activities, lunch, and rest time. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills were completed monthly as required. The last fire drill was completed on July 18, 2025. Emergency drills are being completed every three months as required. The last emergency drill was completed on June 20, 2025. Your playground meets child care safety standards. The last playground inspection checklist was completed on August 26, 2025. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All medications, their permission to administer forms, and medical action plans were monitored during today's visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC PreK lead teachers are Annette Warren and Terry Walker. Teachers are Rebeca Welborn and Christina Moose. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. Checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. The classroom operates from 7:45am to 2:45pm. Parent conferences are conducted at the beginning and end of the year. It was reported that classrooms use the Brightwheel app, emails, and face to face to communicate with parents. Your facility has completed the Lead Water, Lead-Based Paint, and Asbestos with Clean Water for Carolina Kids. Your facility has created and is maintaining the facility roster within the ABCMS portal. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Items such as pots, pans, and the water fountain had visible rust on the playground. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. An unlocked storage closet between space 1 and space 3 contained an aerosol can of shaving cream. .2820(b) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In space 3, an emergency medication was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 3 and space 6, one child's emergency medication did not have a permission to form on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. In space 3, items stored in Ziploc plastic bags and grocery bags below five feet, accessible to children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Playground inspections were not completed for the months of April, May, June, July. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EMC plan annually. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff member hired on 4/14/25, 5/19/25, and 6/19/25 did not have documentation of completing at least 16 hours of orientation within the first 6 weeks. .1101(a) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In space 7, attendance was not completed for 8/27/25 and 8/28/25. In space 9, attendance was not completed for 8/28/25. GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A staff member hired on 6/12/25 did not have a qualification letter on file for review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan annually. .0607(e) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that prescription medications should be in the original packaging from the pharmacy. It is recommended that parents are reminded that if they bring a prescription medication to the facility that it must come in the labeled box from the pharmacy. 2. It is recommended that all medications should contain permission to administer form. It is recommended that medications be checked in by administrative staff prior to it being released to classroom staff. 3. It is recommended that staff check their attendance at cutoff time to ensure that it has been completed for the day. Administrative staff may make an all call using the walkie talkies to remind staff to complete their daily attendance. 4. It is recommended that staff conduct a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that all hazardous products are properly stored. Items that can be easily torn, swallowed, and may be considered a suffocation hazard should be stored at least five feet. Aerosol cans should be placed in locked storage. A staff member removed the items and disposed of the plastic. 5. It is recommended that administrative staff create a schedule for staff trained in Playground Safety to rotate monitoring the playgrounds and complete the outdoor playground inspection checklist. Staff should document items that need repaired and remove them from the playground area. 6. It is recommended that administrative staff ensure that all staff have reviewed and signed documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan and the Emergency Medical Care plan. 7. It is recommended that administrative staff create a timeline for new hires to complete their new staff orientation within the specified time. 8. It is recommended that staff email their current criminal background qualification letter to the director to have as an extra on file when it may be misplaced. Criminal Background qualification letters are required to be on file in the staff member’s personnel file. 9. It is recommended that staff utilize and maintain the health and safety training log to ensure that all health and safety trainings are completed. Health and safety trainings are required to be completed within one year of their hire date and every five years thereafter. Consultation was provided on the following: Please send the revised signed staff and training worksheets to me with your compliance letter. WORKS STATUS LETTER: Child Care Rule .0703(c) Within six months of an individual assuming lead teacher or child care administrator duties, each center shall maintain the following information in the individual's staff record: (2) a copy of notification from the Division that the individual meets the equivalency or that the individual does not meet the equivalency and must enroll in coursework; DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -QRIS Modernization: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child Care programs are 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 September 11, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/28/2025 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 8/28/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 345 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, and Stephanie Marshall, Assistant Director, assisted us with today’s visit. Meria Wilder, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 24, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 11, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted September 25, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-one percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed engaging in free choice activities, outdoor play, teacher directed activities, lunch, and rest time. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills were completed monthly as required. The last fire drill was completed on July 18, 2025. Emergency drills are being completed every three months as required. The last emergency drill was completed on June 20, 2025. Your playground meets child care safety standards. The last playground inspection checklist was completed on August 26, 2025. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All medications, their permission to administer forms, and medical action plans were monitored during today's visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC PreK lead teachers are Annette Warren and Terry Walker. Teachers are Rebeca Welborn and Christina Moose. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. Checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. The classroom operates from 7:45am to 2:45pm. Parent conferences are conducted at the beginning and end of the year. It was reported that classrooms use the Brightwheel app, emails, and face to face to communicate with parents. Your facility has completed the Lead Water, Lead-Based Paint, and Asbestos with Clean Water for Carolina Kids. Your facility has created and is maintaining the facility roster within the ABCMS portal. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Items such as pots, pans, and the water fountain had visible rust on the playground. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. An unlocked storage closet between space 1 and space 3 contained an aerosol can of shaving cream. .2820(b) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In space 3, an emergency medication was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 3 and space 6, one child's emergency medication did not have a permission to form on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. In space 3, items stored in Ziploc plastic bags and grocery bags below five feet, accessible to children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Playground inspections were not completed for the months of April, May, June, July. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EMC plan annually. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff member hired on 4/14/25, 5/19/25, and 6/19/25 did not have documentation of completing at least 16 hours of orientation within the first 6 weeks. .1101(a) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In space 7, attendance was not completed for 8/27/25 and 8/28/25. In space 9, attendance was not completed for 8/28/25. GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A staff member hired on 6/12/25 did not have a qualification letter on file for review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan annually. .0607(e) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that prescription medications should be in the original packaging from the pharmacy. It is recommended that parents are reminded that if they bring a prescription medication to the facility that it must come in the labeled box from the pharmacy. 2. It is recommended that all medications should contain permission to administer form. It is recommended that medications be checked in by administrative staff prior to it being released to classroom staff. 3. It is recommended that staff check their attendance at cutoff time to ensure that it has been completed for the day. Administrative staff may make an all call using the walkie talkies to remind staff to complete their daily attendance. 4. It is recommended that staff conduct a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that all hazardous products are properly stored. Items that can be easily torn, swallowed, and may be considered a suffocation hazard should be stored at least five feet. Aerosol cans should be placed in locked storage. A staff member removed the items and disposed of the plastic. 5. It is recommended that administrative staff create a schedule for staff trained in Playground Safety to rotate monitoring the playgrounds and complete the outdoor playground inspection checklist. Staff should document items that need repaired and remove them from the playground area. 6. It is recommended that administrative staff ensure that all staff have reviewed and signed documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan and the Emergency Medical Care plan. 7. It is recommended that administrative staff create a timeline for new hires to complete their new staff orientation within the specified time. 8. It is recommended that staff email their current criminal background qualification letter to the director to have as an extra on file when it may be misplaced. Criminal Background qualification letters are required to be on file in the staff member’s personnel file. 9. It is recommended that staff utilize and maintain the health and safety training log to ensure that all health and safety trainings are completed. Health and safety trainings are required to be completed within one year of their hire date and every five years thereafter. Consultation was provided on the following: Please send the revised signed staff and training worksheets to me with your compliance letter. WORKS STATUS LETTER: Child Care Rule .0703(c) Within six months of an individual assuming lead teacher or child care administrator duties, each center shall maintain the following information in the individual's staff record: (2) a copy of notification from the Division that the individual meets the equivalency or that the individual does not meet the equivalency and must enroll in coursework; DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -QRIS Modernization: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child Care programs are 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 September 11, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
GS 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/28/2025 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 8/28/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 345 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, and Stephanie Marshall, Assistant Director, assisted us with today’s visit. Meria Wilder, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 24, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 11, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted September 25, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-one percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed engaging in free choice activities, outdoor play, teacher directed activities, lunch, and rest time. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills were completed monthly as required. The last fire drill was completed on July 18, 2025. Emergency drills are being completed every three months as required. The last emergency drill was completed on June 20, 2025. Your playground meets child care safety standards. The last playground inspection checklist was completed on August 26, 2025. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All medications, their permission to administer forms, and medical action plans were monitored during today's visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC PreK lead teachers are Annette Warren and Terry Walker. Teachers are Rebeca Welborn and Christina Moose. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. Checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. The classroom operates from 7:45am to 2:45pm. Parent conferences are conducted at the beginning and end of the year. It was reported that classrooms use the Brightwheel app, emails, and face to face to communicate with parents. Your facility has completed the Lead Water, Lead-Based Paint, and Asbestos with Clean Water for Carolina Kids. Your facility has created and is maintaining the facility roster within the ABCMS portal. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Items such as pots, pans, and the water fountain had visible rust on the playground. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. An unlocked storage closet between space 1 and space 3 contained an aerosol can of shaving cream. .2820(b) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In space 3, an emergency medication was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 3 and space 6, one child's emergency medication did not have a permission to form on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. In space 3, items stored in Ziploc plastic bags and grocery bags below five feet, accessible to children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Playground inspections were not completed for the months of April, May, June, July. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EMC plan annually. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff member hired on 4/14/25, 5/19/25, and 6/19/25 did not have documentation of completing at least 16 hours of orientation within the first 6 weeks. .1101(a) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In space 7, attendance was not completed for 8/27/25 and 8/28/25. In space 9, attendance was not completed for 8/28/25. GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A staff member hired on 6/12/25 did not have a qualification letter on file for review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan annually. .0607(e) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that prescription medications should be in the original packaging from the pharmacy. It is recommended that parents are reminded that if they bring a prescription medication to the facility that it must come in the labeled box from the pharmacy. 2. It is recommended that all medications should contain permission to administer form. It is recommended that medications be checked in by administrative staff prior to it being released to classroom staff. 3. It is recommended that staff check their attendance at cutoff time to ensure that it has been completed for the day. Administrative staff may make an all call using the walkie talkies to remind staff to complete their daily attendance. 4. It is recommended that staff conduct a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that all hazardous products are properly stored. Items that can be easily torn, swallowed, and may be considered a suffocation hazard should be stored at least five feet. Aerosol cans should be placed in locked storage. A staff member removed the items and disposed of the plastic. 5. It is recommended that administrative staff create a schedule for staff trained in Playground Safety to rotate monitoring the playgrounds and complete the outdoor playground inspection checklist. Staff should document items that need repaired and remove them from the playground area. 6. It is recommended that administrative staff ensure that all staff have reviewed and signed documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan and the Emergency Medical Care plan. 7. It is recommended that administrative staff create a timeline for new hires to complete their new staff orientation within the specified time. 8. It is recommended that staff email their current criminal background qualification letter to the director to have as an extra on file when it may be misplaced. Criminal Background qualification letters are required to be on file in the staff member’s personnel file. 9. It is recommended that staff utilize and maintain the health and safety training log to ensure that all health and safety trainings are completed. Health and safety trainings are required to be completed within one year of their hire date and every five years thereafter. Consultation was provided on the following: Please send the revised signed staff and training worksheets to me with your compliance letter. WORKS STATUS LETTER: Child Care Rule .0703(c) Within six months of an individual assuming lead teacher or child care administrator duties, each center shall maintain the following information in the individual's staff record: (2) a copy of notification from the Division that the individual meets the equivalency or that the individual does not meet the equivalency and must enroll in coursework; DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -QRIS Modernization: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child Care programs are 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 September 11, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/28/2025 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 8/28/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 345 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, and Stephanie Marshall, Assistant Director, assisted us with today’s visit. Meria Wilder, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 24, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 11, 2025, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted September 25, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-one percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed engaging in free choice activities, outdoor play, teacher directed activities, lunch, and rest time. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills were completed monthly as required. The last fire drill was completed on July 18, 2025. Emergency drills are being completed every three months as required. The last emergency drill was completed on June 20, 2025. Your playground meets child care safety standards. The last playground inspection checklist was completed on August 26, 2025. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All medications, their permission to administer forms, and medical action plans were monitored during today's visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC PreK lead teachers are Annette Warren and Terry Walker. Teachers are Rebeca Welborn and Christina Moose. A selection of files was monitored for complete health assessments and developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. Checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year: at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. The classroom operates from 7:45am to 2:45pm. Parent conferences are conducted at the beginning and end of the year. It was reported that classrooms use the Brightwheel app, emails, and face to face to communicate with parents. Your facility has completed the Lead Water, Lead-Based Paint, and Asbestos with Clean Water for Carolina Kids. Your facility has created and is maintaining the facility roster within the ABCMS portal. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Items such as pots, pans, and the water fountain had visible rust on the playground. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. An unlocked storage closet between space 1 and space 3 contained an aerosol can of shaving cream. .2820(b) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In space 3, an emergency medication was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 3 and space 6, one child's emergency medication did not have a permission to form on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. In space 3, items stored in Ziploc plastic bags and grocery bags below five feet, accessible to children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Playground inspections were not completed for the months of April, May, June, July. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EMC plan annually. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff member hired on 4/14/25, 5/19/25, and 6/19/25 did not have documentation of completing at least 16 hours of orientation within the first 6 weeks. .1101(a) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In space 7, attendance was not completed for 8/27/25 and 8/28/25. In space 9, attendance was not completed for 8/28/25. GS 110-91(9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A staff member hired on 6/12/25 did not have a qualification letter on file for review. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. A staff member hired on 9/26/16 did not have documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan annually. .0607(e) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that prescription medications should be in the original packaging from the pharmacy. It is recommended that parents are reminded that if they bring a prescription medication to the facility that it must come in the labeled box from the pharmacy. 2. It is recommended that all medications should contain permission to administer form. It is recommended that medications be checked in by administrative staff prior to it being released to classroom staff. 3. It is recommended that staff check their attendance at cutoff time to ensure that it has been completed for the day. Administrative staff may make an all call using the walkie talkies to remind staff to complete their daily attendance. 4. It is recommended that staff conduct a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that all hazardous products are properly stored. Items that can be easily torn, swallowed, and may be considered a suffocation hazard should be stored at least five feet. Aerosol cans should be placed in locked storage. A staff member removed the items and disposed of the plastic. 5. It is recommended that administrative staff create a schedule for staff trained in Playground Safety to rotate monitoring the playgrounds and complete the outdoor playground inspection checklist. Staff should document items that need repaired and remove them from the playground area. 6. It is recommended that administrative staff ensure that all staff have reviewed and signed documentation of receipt for reviewing the EPR plan and the Emergency Medical Care plan. 7. It is recommended that administrative staff create a timeline for new hires to complete their new staff orientation within the specified time. 8. It is recommended that staff email their current criminal background qualification letter to the director to have as an extra on file when it may be misplaced. Criminal Background qualification letters are required to be on file in the staff member’s personnel file. 9. It is recommended that staff utilize and maintain the health and safety training log to ensure that all health and safety trainings are completed. Health and safety trainings are required to be completed within one year of their hire date and every five years thereafter. Consultation was provided on the following: Please send the revised signed staff and training worksheets to me with your compliance letter. WORKS STATUS LETTER: Child Care Rule .0703(c) Within six months of an individual assuming lead teacher or child care administrator duties, each center shall maintain the following information in the individual's staff record: (2) a copy of notification from the Division that the individual meets the equivalency or that the individual does not meet the equivalency and must enroll in coursework; DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -QRIS Modernization: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Child Care programs are 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 September 11, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/9/2025 Number Present: 72 Completed Date: 4/9/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 24, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 31, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted September 25, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-three percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed engaging in free choice activities, teacher directed activities, toileting and handwashing routines, outdoor play, and lunch. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills were completed monthly as required. The last fire drill was completed on March 31, 2025. Emergency drills were completed every three months as required. The last emergency drill was completed on March 21, 2025. Your playground meets child care safety standards. No concerns were observed. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All prescription medications, topical ointments, and sunscreens were monitored to be in compliance. All staff files were monitored for a current Criminal Background Check qualification letter, current First Aid/CPR training, ITS-SIDS training, and Recognizing & Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. 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. In space 8, two aerosol cans of Lysol was stored in an unlocked cabinet. .2820(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. In space 7, a plastic Walmart bag containing Duplo Blocks was stored on a shelf below five feet, accessible to children. .0604(q) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed staff members conducting a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that all hazardous items are properly stored. Plastic or items that can be easily torn apart should not be accessible to children three years of age and under. Aerosol cans are required to be locked at all times. Consultation was provided on the following: NEW QRIS MODERNIZATION PLAN: The new QRIS Modernization Plan known as “Pathways to Success” is being added to law which included moving to the use of the updated Environmental Rating Scale (ERS-3 versions) for FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. DCDEE and the NC Child Care Commission will continue the rulemaking process to add the rule language to child care requirements. This process with take several months. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended. Star rated license reassessments are postponed until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. A pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies may now move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing: Accreditation Licensure Request Form. Please be reminded any ERS assessment completed on February 1, 2025, and after will be assessed using the ERS-3 versions. WORKS STATUS LETTER: Child Care Rule .0703(c) Within six months of an individual assuming lead teacher or child care administrator duties, each center shall maintain the following information in the individual's staff record: (2) a copy of notification from the Division that the individual meets the equivalency or that the individual does not meet the equivalency and must enroll in coursework; DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New -Southwestern Child Development Commission Inc.: https://www.swcdcinc.org/ ABCMS SYSTEM: The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working who are hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement as stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Child Care 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. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/9/2025 Number Present: 72 Completed Date: 4/9/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 24, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 31, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted September 25, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-three percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed engaging in free choice activities, teacher directed activities, toileting and handwashing routines, outdoor play, and lunch. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills were completed monthly as required. The last fire drill was completed on March 31, 2025. Emergency drills were completed every three months as required. The last emergency drill was completed on March 21, 2025. Your playground meets child care safety standards. No concerns were observed. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All prescription medications, topical ointments, and sunscreens were monitored to be in compliance. All staff files were monitored for a current Criminal Background Check qualification letter, current First Aid/CPR training, ITS-SIDS training, and Recognizing & Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. 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. In space 8, two aerosol cans of Lysol was stored in an unlocked cabinet. .2820(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. In space 7, a plastic Walmart bag containing Duplo Blocks was stored on a shelf below five feet, accessible to children. .0604(q) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed staff members conducting a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that all hazardous items are properly stored. Plastic or items that can be easily torn apart should not be accessible to children three years of age and under. Aerosol cans are required to be locked at all times. Consultation was provided on the following: NEW QRIS MODERNIZATION PLAN: The new QRIS Modernization Plan known as “Pathways to Success” is being added to law which included moving to the use of the updated Environmental Rating Scale (ERS-3 versions) for FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. DCDEE and the NC Child Care Commission will continue the rulemaking process to add the rule language to child care requirements. This process with take several months. Hold Harmless provisions have been extended. Star rated license reassessments are postponed until the QRIS rulemaking process has been completed. Star rated license assessments are still required for new child care programs. A pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies may now move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing: Accreditation Licensure Request Form. Please be reminded any ERS assessment completed on February 1, 2025, and after will be assessed using the ERS-3 versions. WORKS STATUS LETTER: Child Care Rule .0703(c) Within six months of an individual assuming lead teacher or child care administrator duties, each center shall maintain the following information in the individual's staff record: (2) a copy of notification from the Division that the individual meets the equivalency or that the individual does not meet the equivalency and must enroll in coursework; DCDEE WEBSITE RESOURCES: -Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New -Southwestern Child Development Commission Inc.: https://www.swcdcinc.org/ ABCMS SYSTEM: The process of notifying the Division of any new child care providers working who are hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement as stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Child Care 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. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/24/2024 Number Present: 63 Completed Date: 9/24/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 350 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on October . The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 25, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted June 12, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 82 percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed during free choice activities, large group time, lunch, indoor gross motor play, and rest time. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills are being completed. The last fire drill was completed on September 19, 2024. Emergency drills are being conducted. The last emergency drill was completed on April 15, 2024. Your playground meets child care safety standards. No concerns were observed. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All topical ointments were monitored during today’s visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations 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. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 523 The activity plan did not include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors and outdoors. In space 7, the activity plan did not include a daily gross motor activity. .0508(g)(3) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not completed in June 2024 and August 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. In space 3, a permission to administer topical ointment had expired 8/2024. .0803(12) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. A staff member hired on 8/19/24 did not receive a medical report prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A staff member hired on 9/10/18 has completed 2 required hours of on going training hours. The staff member is required 10 hours of on-going training hours. .1103(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was competed on 4/15/24. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 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. A staff member hired on 2/22/24 and 8/28/24 did not take Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of hire. .1102(g) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that a fire inspection should be conducted annually. It is recommended that a reminder be placed on your calendar around the time that a fire inspection is due for administration to reach out to the fire marshal to conduct a visit. Please send fire inspections to me within 7 days of receiving a visit. 2. We discussed that Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment is required to be completed within 90 days of hire. It is recommended that new hires have a designated time to complete the training during new hire orientation or place a reminder on your calendar of when new hires should have the training completed. 3. We discussed that new hires should have a medical report completed prior to employment. A previous medical report can be used if it is not more than 12 months old. It is recommended that when staff are interested in employment that you provide the medical report form and explain to staff that the medial report must be completed prior to employment. 4. We discussed that fire drills are required to be completed monthly. It is recommended that a reminder be placed on your calendar to remind administrative staff to conduct a fire drill monthly. 5. We discussed that emergency drills are required to be completed every three months. It is recommended that a reminder be placed on your calendar to remind administrative staff to conduct an emergency drill every three months. 6. We discussed that permission to administer topical ointments should be kept in compliance. It is recommended that an “at a glance” sheet be created for staff to reference the expiration dates of permission to administer forms and medication expiration dates. Once a permission to administer form or medication has expired, it should be returned to the parent within 72 hours or discarded. 7. We discussed that activity plans should include at least 4 activities and 1 outdoor activity. It is recommend to reach out to the Alexander Partnership for Children to inquire about lesson plan training for teaching staff. 8. We discussed staff being responsible for keeping up with their on-going training hours annually. Staff should utilize the on-going training documentation form to document completed trainings. It is recommended that staff update their on-going training log monthly to ensure that they remain in compliance. Consultation was provided on the following: 1. While not an issue today, we discussed reminding staff that their personal belongings should be locked if they contain items that are hazardous to children. 2. As of July 8, 2024, the Senate Bill 425/Session Law 2024-34 for Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented. At this time providers are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to. 3. Centers should have registered for lead paint/asbestos testing by May 1, 2024. Facilities that have not yet enrolled should complete the online registration process for lead paint/asbestos testing by November 1, 2024 at https://data.cleanwaterforuskids.org/data/north-carolina. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(f) Each child care center shall be free of lead poisoning hazards as defined in G.S. 130A-131.7(7) and asbestos hazards. 4. Please ensure that you are utilizing the most recent forms for your facility. You can visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms to locate all required documents. 5. We discussed that the facility is in need of painting. Once paint begins to chip, it is considered out of compliance with childcare rules and a hazard to children. 6. We discussed that on-going training is documented from each staff members individual hire date. For example, a staff member hired on 8/2/19 would be monitored annually from 8/2/23 to 8/2/24. Staff members can only carry over half of the amount of on-going hours that they are required annually. 7. While not an issue today, we discussed staff monitoring their room daily to ensure that all cabinets with hazardous products are locked and outlets are covered. 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 8, 2024, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/24/2024 Number Present: 63 Completed Date: 9/24/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 350 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on October . The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 25, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted June 12, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 82 percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed during free choice activities, large group time, lunch, indoor gross motor play, and rest time. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills are being completed. The last fire drill was completed on September 19, 2024. Emergency drills are being conducted. The last emergency drill was completed on April 15, 2024. Your playground meets child care safety standards. No concerns were observed. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All topical ointments were monitored during today’s visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations 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. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 523 The activity plan did not include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors and outdoors. In space 7, the activity plan did not include a daily gross motor activity. .0508(g)(3) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not completed in June 2024 and August 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. In space 3, a permission to administer topical ointment had expired 8/2024. .0803(12) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. A staff member hired on 8/19/24 did not receive a medical report prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A staff member hired on 9/10/18 has completed 2 required hours of on going training hours. The staff member is required 10 hours of on-going training hours. .1103(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was competed on 4/15/24. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 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. A staff member hired on 2/22/24 and 8/28/24 did not take Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of hire. .1102(g) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that a fire inspection should be conducted annually. It is recommended that a reminder be placed on your calendar around the time that a fire inspection is due for administration to reach out to the fire marshal to conduct a visit. Please send fire inspections to me within 7 days of receiving a visit. 2. We discussed that Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment is required to be completed within 90 days of hire. It is recommended that new hires have a designated time to complete the training during new hire orientation or place a reminder on your calendar of when new hires should have the training completed. 3. We discussed that new hires should have a medical report completed prior to employment. A previous medical report can be used if it is not more than 12 months old. It is recommended that when staff are interested in employment that you provide the medical report form and explain to staff that the medial report must be completed prior to employment. 4. We discussed that fire drills are required to be completed monthly. It is recommended that a reminder be placed on your calendar to remind administrative staff to conduct a fire drill monthly. 5. We discussed that emergency drills are required to be completed every three months. It is recommended that a reminder be placed on your calendar to remind administrative staff to conduct an emergency drill every three months. 6. We discussed that permission to administer topical ointments should be kept in compliance. It is recommended that an “at a glance” sheet be created for staff to reference the expiration dates of permission to administer forms and medication expiration dates. Once a permission to administer form or medication has expired, it should be returned to the parent within 72 hours or discarded. 7. We discussed that activity plans should include at least 4 activities and 1 outdoor activity. It is recommend to reach out to the Alexander Partnership for Children to inquire about lesson plan training for teaching staff. 8. We discussed staff being responsible for keeping up with their on-going training hours annually. Staff should utilize the on-going training documentation form to document completed trainings. It is recommended that staff update their on-going training log monthly to ensure that they remain in compliance. Consultation was provided on the following: 1. While not an issue today, we discussed reminding staff that their personal belongings should be locked if they contain items that are hazardous to children. 2. As of July 8, 2024, the Senate Bill 425/Session Law 2024-34 for Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented. At this time providers are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to. 3. Centers should have registered for lead paint/asbestos testing by May 1, 2024. Facilities that have not yet enrolled should complete the online registration process for lead paint/asbestos testing by November 1, 2024 at https://data.cleanwaterforuskids.org/data/north-carolina. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(f) Each child care center shall be free of lead poisoning hazards as defined in G.S. 130A-131.7(7) and asbestos hazards. 4. Please ensure that you are utilizing the most recent forms for your facility. You can visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms to locate all required documents. 5. We discussed that the facility is in need of painting. Once paint begins to chip, it is considered out of compliance with childcare rules and a hazard to children. 6. We discussed that on-going training is documented from each staff members individual hire date. For example, a staff member hired on 8/2/19 would be monitored annually from 8/2/23 to 8/2/24. Staff members can only carry over half of the amount of on-going hours that they are required annually. 7. While not an issue today, we discussed staff monitoring their room daily to ensure that all cabinets with hazardous products are locked and outlets are covered. 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 8, 2024, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/24/2024 Number Present: 63 Completed Date: 9/24/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 350 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on October . The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 25, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted June 12, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 82 percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed during free choice activities, large group time, lunch, indoor gross motor play, and rest time. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills are being completed. The last fire drill was completed on September 19, 2024. Emergency drills are being conducted. The last emergency drill was completed on April 15, 2024. Your playground meets child care safety standards. No concerns were observed. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All topical ointments were monitored during today’s visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations 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. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 523 The activity plan did not include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors and outdoors. In space 7, the activity plan did not include a daily gross motor activity. .0508(g)(3) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not completed in June 2024 and August 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. In space 3, a permission to administer topical ointment had expired 8/2024. .0803(12) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. A staff member hired on 8/19/24 did not receive a medical report prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A staff member hired on 9/10/18 has completed 2 required hours of on going training hours. The staff member is required 10 hours of on-going training hours. .1103(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was competed on 4/15/24. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 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. A staff member hired on 2/22/24 and 8/28/24 did not take Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of hire. .1102(g) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that a fire inspection should be conducted annually. It is recommended that a reminder be placed on your calendar around the time that a fire inspection is due for administration to reach out to the fire marshal to conduct a visit. Please send fire inspections to me within 7 days of receiving a visit. 2. We discussed that Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment is required to be completed within 90 days of hire. It is recommended that new hires have a designated time to complete the training during new hire orientation or place a reminder on your calendar of when new hires should have the training completed. 3. We discussed that new hires should have a medical report completed prior to employment. A previous medical report can be used if it is not more than 12 months old. It is recommended that when staff are interested in employment that you provide the medical report form and explain to staff that the medial report must be completed prior to employment. 4. We discussed that fire drills are required to be completed monthly. It is recommended that a reminder be placed on your calendar to remind administrative staff to conduct a fire drill monthly. 5. We discussed that emergency drills are required to be completed every three months. It is recommended that a reminder be placed on your calendar to remind administrative staff to conduct an emergency drill every three months. 6. We discussed that permission to administer topical ointments should be kept in compliance. It is recommended that an “at a glance” sheet be created for staff to reference the expiration dates of permission to administer forms and medication expiration dates. Once a permission to administer form or medication has expired, it should be returned to the parent within 72 hours or discarded. 7. We discussed that activity plans should include at least 4 activities and 1 outdoor activity. It is recommend to reach out to the Alexander Partnership for Children to inquire about lesson plan training for teaching staff. 8. We discussed staff being responsible for keeping up with their on-going training hours annually. Staff should utilize the on-going training documentation form to document completed trainings. It is recommended that staff update their on-going training log monthly to ensure that they remain in compliance. Consultation was provided on the following: 1. While not an issue today, we discussed reminding staff that their personal belongings should be locked if they contain items that are hazardous to children. 2. As of July 8, 2024, the Senate Bill 425/Session Law 2024-34 for Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented. At this time providers are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to. 3. Centers should have registered for lead paint/asbestos testing by May 1, 2024. Facilities that have not yet enrolled should complete the online registration process for lead paint/asbestos testing by November 1, 2024 at https://data.cleanwaterforuskids.org/data/north-carolina. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(f) Each child care center shall be free of lead poisoning hazards as defined in G.S. 130A-131.7(7) and asbestos hazards. 4. Please ensure that you are utilizing the most recent forms for your facility. You can visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms to locate all required documents. 5. We discussed that the facility is in need of painting. Once paint begins to chip, it is considered out of compliance with childcare rules and a hazard to children. 6. We discussed that on-going training is documented from each staff members individual hire date. For example, a staff member hired on 8/2/19 would be monitored annually from 8/2/23 to 8/2/24. Staff members can only carry over half of the amount of on-going hours that they are required annually. 7. While not an issue today, we discussed staff monitoring their room daily to ensure that all cabinets with hazardous products are locked and outlets are covered. 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 8, 2024, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/24/2024 Number Present: 63 Completed Date: 9/24/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 350 Time In: 08:40 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. You, Mollie Lail, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on October . The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 25, 2024, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted June 12, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 82 percent prior to today’s visit. The center's four-star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed during free choice activities, large group time, lunch, indoor gross motor play, and rest time. Infants were observed receiving care according to their individual needs. Fire drills are being completed. The last fire drill was completed on September 19, 2024. Emergency drills are being conducted. The last emergency drill was completed on April 15, 2024. Your playground meets child care safety standards. No concerns were observed. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. All topical ointments were monitored during today’s visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations 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. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 523 The activity plan did not include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors and outdoors. In space 7, the activity plan did not include a daily gross motor activity. .0508(g)(3) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not completed in June 2024 and August 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. In space 3, a permission to administer topical ointment had expired 8/2024. .0803(12) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. A staff member hired on 8/19/24 did not receive a medical report prior to employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A staff member hired on 9/10/18 has completed 2 required hours of on going training hours. The staff member is required 10 hours of on-going training hours. .1103(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was competed on 4/15/24. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 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. A staff member hired on 2/22/24 and 8/28/24 did not take Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of hire. .1102(g) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that a fire inspection should be conducted annually. It is recommended that a reminder be placed on your calendar around the time that a fire inspection is due for administration to reach out to the fire marshal to conduct a visit. Please send fire inspections to me within 7 days of receiving a visit. 2. We discussed that Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment is required to be completed within 90 days of hire. It is recommended that new hires have a designated time to complete the training during new hire orientation or place a reminder on your calendar of when new hires should have the training completed. 3. We discussed that new hires should have a medical report completed prior to employment. A previous medical report can be used if it is not more than 12 months old. It is recommended that when staff are interested in employment that you provide the medical report form and explain to staff that the medial report must be completed prior to employment. 4. We discussed that fire drills are required to be completed monthly. It is recommended that a reminder be placed on your calendar to remind administrative staff to conduct a fire drill monthly. 5. We discussed that emergency drills are required to be completed every three months. It is recommended that a reminder be placed on your calendar to remind administrative staff to conduct an emergency drill every three months. 6. We discussed that permission to administer topical ointments should be kept in compliance. It is recommended that an “at a glance” sheet be created for staff to reference the expiration dates of permission to administer forms and medication expiration dates. Once a permission to administer form or medication has expired, it should be returned to the parent within 72 hours or discarded. 7. We discussed that activity plans should include at least 4 activities and 1 outdoor activity. It is recommend to reach out to the Alexander Partnership for Children to inquire about lesson plan training for teaching staff. 8. We discussed staff being responsible for keeping up with their on-going training hours annually. Staff should utilize the on-going training documentation form to document completed trainings. It is recommended that staff update their on-going training log monthly to ensure that they remain in compliance. Consultation was provided on the following: 1. While not an issue today, we discussed reminding staff that their personal belongings should be locked if they contain items that are hazardous to children. 2. As of July 8, 2024, the Senate Bill 425/Session Law 2024-34 for Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented. At this time providers are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to. 3. Centers should have registered for lead paint/asbestos testing by May 1, 2024. Facilities that have not yet enrolled should complete the online registration process for lead paint/asbestos testing by November 1, 2024 at https://data.cleanwaterforuskids.org/data/north-carolina. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(f) Each child care center shall be free of lead poisoning hazards as defined in G.S. 130A-131.7(7) and asbestos hazards. 4. Please ensure that you are utilizing the most recent forms for your facility. You can visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms to locate all required documents. 5. We discussed that the facility is in need of painting. Once paint begins to chip, it is considered out of compliance with childcare rules and a hazard to children. 6. We discussed that on-going training is documented from each staff members individual hire date. For example, a staff member hired on 8/2/19 would be monitored annually from 8/2/23 to 8/2/24. Staff members can only carry over half of the amount of on-going hours that they are required annually. 7. While not an issue today, we discussed staff monitoring their room daily to ensure that all cabinets with hazardous products are locked and outlets are covered. 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 8, 2024, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
10A NCAC 09 .0509 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/28/2024 Number Present: 71 Completed Date: 2/28/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s Routine Unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Brittany Adams, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. You, Carol Gomez, Director, assisted us with today’s visit. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on October 3, 2023. The facility operates with a four star license issued on May 18, 2020, earning 6 points in program standards, 5 points in education standards, and 1 quality point. The 18-month compliance history is at 87% as of February 27, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 14, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. We observed your Four-Star License, Safe Procedures for Arrival and Departure, current menu, sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, First Aid information sheet, tobacco free policy signage, Summary of NC Child Care Law dated September 2023, evacuation plans, current daily schedules, current activity plans, staff-child ratio sheets, and allergies posted as required. We observed adequate supervision, enhanced space, licensed capacity, enhanced ratios maintained, and approved space used during today's visit. We visited all licensed spaces today. We observed that your facility uses brightweel for parents to sign children in and out. You printed sign in and out records during today’s visit. We observed children engaged in free choice activities, teacher directed activities, lunch, and rest time. I observed infants receiving care according to their developmental needs during today’s visit. We monitored the menu to meet all nutritional guidelines. We monitored 14 topical ointments and/or sunscreens, one prescription topical ointment and two emergency medications in the facility. We observed monthly outdoor inspections documented for the past twelve months. We observed your most recent outdoor inspection was conducted on February 2, 2024. We observed monthly fire drills documented for the past twelve months. We observed the most recent fire drill was conducted on February 6, 2024. We observed the most recent emergency drill documented was a lockdown drill conducted on January 24, 2024. We observed one new staff member had been hired since the last ACV on October 3, 2023. We monitored this one new members staff file during today’s visit. We monitored eighteen existing staff files for valid Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification letters, CPR and First Aid training, Recognizing and Responding training and ITS- SIDS training. We observed no violations related to these staff records. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 432 The center did not have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible daily. In space 8, shelving with toys was turned around facing the wall inaccessible to children. The staff member turned the shelf where children had access to the materials during the visit. GS 110-91(12);10A NCAC 09 .0509(1) 538 Baby bottles were not stored to protect from contamination. In space 1 and space 5, water bottles that are brought from home were stored collectively in crates. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. On the infant outdoor playground the swing set and slide equipment had visible rust and chipping paint. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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 3, an aerosol can of Lysol was stored in an unlocked closet. A staff member placed the can of Lysol in locked storage during the visit. .2820(b) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In space 8, a prescribed topical ointment was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. In space 5, one medication authorization form expired on 2/1/24. .0803(12) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In space 8, attendance records had not been completed since 2/23/24. GS 110-91(9) Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed staff conducting a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that hazardous products are properly stored, and outlets have safety covers. 2. We discussed staff monitoring their medications, topical ointments, and sunscreens on a monthly basis to ensure that they remain in compliance along with their permission slips. Teachers can create a checklist to post in a prominent location as a visual for quick reference. 3. We discussed that medications should be reviewed with parents prior to being stored in the classrooms. Prescription medications should come unopened and in its original packaging. 4. We discussed that all items should be free of rust and chipping paint. When conducting outdoor inspections and walkthroughs of classroom space, staff should monitor playground equipment and furnishings to ensure that materials are not rusted and have chipping paint. 5. We discussed that materials should be accessible to children throughout the day. Shelves that are turned around facing the wall are considered inaccessible to children. 6. We discussed that attendance records should be completed daily. Staff can set reminders that by a specific time of day their attendance records should be completed. Staff can hang their attendance records on a clipboard in a prominent location as a reminder to complete attendance records daily. 7. We discussed that water bottles cannot be stored collectively in crates. We discussed storing water bottles in children’s individual cubbies or in a shoe organizer. Consultation was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that your facility is listed in Cohort 1 for resuming the Star Rated License Reassessment. July 1, 2023, began your facility’s prep year. July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, will be the facility’s reassessment year. 2. We discussed ensuring that all staffs information is updated in their WORKS account. New staff should create a WORKS account and send in the required information. Staff’s education should be uploaded for the Workforce Unit to evaluate staff’s education. 3. We discussed working with your consultant to establish a timeline for technical assistance visits that the facility may need. 4. We discussed reaching out to your local partners such as the Partnership for Young Children for technical assistance. The Partnership for Young Children also conducts mock assessments and will look at your facilities materials. 5. We discussed visiting the NCRLAP website for resources and training opportunities to prepare for the star rated license. 6. We discussed reaching out to the Partnership for Young Children for assistance with completing lesson plans. 7. We discussed that infant feeding plans should be posted in prominent location for reference. 8. We discussed staff following their posted daily schedule to ensure that children are meeting their required time for center play. Children should be engaged in outdoor play daily, weather permitting. The following is general information for you to review with staff to prepare for the Environment Rating Scale Assessment. A variety of different types of blocks such as wooden unit blocks, soft unit blocks, cardboard blocks, and homemade blocks with enough blocks in each set for at least three children to build a structure should be provided. The block center should be large enough for three children to build a substantial structure without interfering with one each other’s play. Art projects should allow individual expression by children. Copied, cookie cutter type art projects do not offer children an opportunity for individual expression. Allow children to choose the art media of their choice and provide a variety of materials. The following are suggestions for art materials: markers, chalk, colored pencils, paper, crayons, dry erase markers, finger paint, tape, glue, stickers, small pieces of paper, play dough, clay, hole punchers, stencils, stamps, and scissors. Display in the classroom should be primarily children’s work and not teacher or store-bought display. Children’s art should be posted on their eye level. Avoid long periods of waiting during transitions such as bathroom time or from one activity to another. Develop ideas and strategies to reduce waiting time for children. Teachers can sing songs and do finger plays with the children who are waiting. If children wait more than three minutes without activity, then you will be marked down on the Environment Rating Scale Assessment score. Items such as puzzles and games that are missing pieces should be removed from the classroom and replaced. The classroom should have at least two books per child that are age appropriate for the children in the group. I suggested that books that portray violence be removed. A variety of books that portray real animal pictures, families, disabilities, and different cultures should be added to each classroom. Remove any books that are worn, torn or missing pages. I suggested that you have or purchase hats; boys dress shirts, ties, jerseys and dress coats from a consignment shop, yard sale or dollar store to enhance the dramatic play center. Other items that enhance dramatic play are telephone books, cooking aprons, restaurant menus, calculators, cash registers, cookbooks, and baby doll accessories. Add pictures, books, puzzles, block play people, baby dolls, music, play food and dress-up clothes that represent different cultures. Add pictures, puzzles and block play people that represent people of all ages and disabilities. Review your daily schedule and free play allotted times. Free play times need to be listed separate from all other activities such as hand washing, preparing to go home etc. All centers/materials should be accessible to children during free play. Water must be available to children throughout the day. Always have a pitcher of water and cups for children available. Tables must be cleaned with soapy water then wiped dry. Then spray table with the sanitizing solution and let it sit for at least two minutes before wiping dry. Follow this procedure before and after eating. Make sure no children are near the table when spraying the sanitizing solution. Children must wash their hands upon arrival, before and after eating, before and after sand and water play, after toileting, after outdoor play, after handling messy art materials such as paint, glue, and playdough and after touching nose, mouth, floor, trashcan, and anything else that re-contaminates the hands. Staff should follow proper handwashing procedures and wash hands as required. You must interact with children in relation to their play with materials. At least two instances must be observed. Math/number - One instance must be observed during routine care as well as during free play of using math/number. Handwashing is required when: After children use the toilet or after assisting individual children with toileting routines. Immediately before meal or snack preparation and eating as well as after eating. (Remember to avoid recontamination of hands that can occur when unclean surfaces such as floors or toys are touched before eating.) Upon arrival and after outdoor play After messy activities (e.g., sand play, play dough). Before/after group water play After dealing with bodily fluids (e.g., wiping noses, coughing into hands, bandaging a scraped knee), even if gloves are used. Child sized tables and chairs must be correctly sized for at least 75% of children to receive credit Gross motor equipment must be sturdy, age appropriate and stimulate many skills such as climbing, balancing, hanging by arms, sliding, riding tricycles and bicycles. You must have a variety of portable materials in good repair accessible to play individual and group gross motor games that stimulate many skills. Active play must occur indoors when they cannot not go outdoors due to precipitating weather. Make sure to always follow the weather watch chart to determine if weather is permitting for outdoor activities. Dramatic Play - Staff must extend dramatic play by offering suggestions, finding appropriate space, and assisting development of dramatic play roles. Language and reading activities - Children should be encouraged to use reading/writing in practical situations such as reading instructions for games, write letters to friends, and retrieve information online. Math and reasoning - Staff must encourage children to practice math/reasoning skills in daily activities such as recording scores for games, younger children set table with correct number of plates/napkins, measure and cut craft material accurately. Science and nature activities - Some science/nature books must be used to extend children’s information. Such as a book open on table near collection of pinecones and acorns, book about insect specimens and staff use the books to answer children’s questions about materials. Greeting and departing - Staff must acknowledge and personally greet children during arrival and departure. Staff and child communication - Staff and children’s conversations must be frequent. Language should be generally used by staff to exchange information with children and for social interaction. Most of the language observed during the assessment should be personal conversation and talking about topics of mutual interest rather than all directive language. Children should be asked why, how, what if questions that require longer and more complex answers. Children must be free to decide not to participate in any activity they choose. For example, if the teacher does a group time activity, the teacher cannot require all children to participate. Children should be given alternate activities. Schedule - At least one fine motor/language activity must be scheduled daily. Staff need to read with children each day. This would be a free choice activity for children to choose to listen to the book. Since you want to have the Environment Rating Scale completed, I recommended that you visit www.ncrlap.org for supplemental materials for preparing for the Environment Rating Scale Assessments. Additional notes to the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale Revised Edition can be obtained on this website. NCRLAP also offers Webinar trainings for staff. I also recommended that you register staff now for the upcoming Webinar trainings listed on the ncrlap.org website. 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 violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 13, 2024, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/28/2024 Number Present: 71 Completed Date: 2/28/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s Routine Unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Brittany Adams, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. You, Carol Gomez, Director, assisted us with today’s visit. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on October 3, 2023. The facility operates with a four star license issued on May 18, 2020, earning 6 points in program standards, 5 points in education standards, and 1 quality point. The 18-month compliance history is at 87% as of February 27, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 14, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. We observed your Four-Star License, Safe Procedures for Arrival and Departure, current menu, sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, First Aid information sheet, tobacco free policy signage, Summary of NC Child Care Law dated September 2023, evacuation plans, current daily schedules, current activity plans, staff-child ratio sheets, and allergies posted as required. We observed adequate supervision, enhanced space, licensed capacity, enhanced ratios maintained, and approved space used during today's visit. We visited all licensed spaces today. We observed that your facility uses brightweel for parents to sign children in and out. You printed sign in and out records during today’s visit. We observed children engaged in free choice activities, teacher directed activities, lunch, and rest time. I observed infants receiving care according to their developmental needs during today’s visit. We monitored the menu to meet all nutritional guidelines. We monitored 14 topical ointments and/or sunscreens, one prescription topical ointment and two emergency medications in the facility. We observed monthly outdoor inspections documented for the past twelve months. We observed your most recent outdoor inspection was conducted on February 2, 2024. We observed monthly fire drills documented for the past twelve months. We observed the most recent fire drill was conducted on February 6, 2024. We observed the most recent emergency drill documented was a lockdown drill conducted on January 24, 2024. We observed one new staff member had been hired since the last ACV on October 3, 2023. We monitored this one new members staff file during today’s visit. We monitored eighteen existing staff files for valid Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification letters, CPR and First Aid training, Recognizing and Responding training and ITS- SIDS training. We observed no violations related to these staff records. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 432 The center did not have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible daily. In space 8, shelving with toys was turned around facing the wall inaccessible to children. The staff member turned the shelf where children had access to the materials during the visit. GS 110-91(12);10A NCAC 09 .0509(1) 538 Baby bottles were not stored to protect from contamination. In space 1 and space 5, water bottles that are brought from home were stored collectively in crates. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. On the infant outdoor playground the swing set and slide equipment had visible rust and chipping paint. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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 3, an aerosol can of Lysol was stored in an unlocked closet. A staff member placed the can of Lysol in locked storage during the visit. .2820(b) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In space 8, a prescribed topical ointment was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. In space 5, one medication authorization form expired on 2/1/24. .0803(12) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In space 8, attendance records had not been completed since 2/23/24. GS 110-91(9) Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed staff conducting a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that hazardous products are properly stored, and outlets have safety covers. 2. We discussed staff monitoring their medications, topical ointments, and sunscreens on a monthly basis to ensure that they remain in compliance along with their permission slips. Teachers can create a checklist to post in a prominent location as a visual for quick reference. 3. We discussed that medications should be reviewed with parents prior to being stored in the classrooms. Prescription medications should come unopened and in its original packaging. 4. We discussed that all items should be free of rust and chipping paint. When conducting outdoor inspections and walkthroughs of classroom space, staff should monitor playground equipment and furnishings to ensure that materials are not rusted and have chipping paint. 5. We discussed that materials should be accessible to children throughout the day. Shelves that are turned around facing the wall are considered inaccessible to children. 6. We discussed that attendance records should be completed daily. Staff can set reminders that by a specific time of day their attendance records should be completed. Staff can hang their attendance records on a clipboard in a prominent location as a reminder to complete attendance records daily. 7. We discussed that water bottles cannot be stored collectively in crates. We discussed storing water bottles in children’s individual cubbies or in a shoe organizer. Consultation was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that your facility is listed in Cohort 1 for resuming the Star Rated License Reassessment. July 1, 2023, began your facility’s prep year. July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, will be the facility’s reassessment year. 2. We discussed ensuring that all staffs information is updated in their WORKS account. New staff should create a WORKS account and send in the required information. Staff’s education should be uploaded for the Workforce Unit to evaluate staff’s education. 3. We discussed working with your consultant to establish a timeline for technical assistance visits that the facility may need. 4. We discussed reaching out to your local partners such as the Partnership for Young Children for technical assistance. The Partnership for Young Children also conducts mock assessments and will look at your facilities materials. 5. We discussed visiting the NCRLAP website for resources and training opportunities to prepare for the star rated license. 6. We discussed reaching out to the Partnership for Young Children for assistance with completing lesson plans. 7. We discussed that infant feeding plans should be posted in prominent location for reference. 8. We discussed staff following their posted daily schedule to ensure that children are meeting their required time for center play. Children should be engaged in outdoor play daily, weather permitting. The following is general information for you to review with staff to prepare for the Environment Rating Scale Assessment. A variety of different types of blocks such as wooden unit blocks, soft unit blocks, cardboard blocks, and homemade blocks with enough blocks in each set for at least three children to build a structure should be provided. The block center should be large enough for three children to build a substantial structure without interfering with one each other’s play. Art projects should allow individual expression by children. Copied, cookie cutter type art projects do not offer children an opportunity for individual expression. Allow children to choose the art media of their choice and provide a variety of materials. The following are suggestions for art materials: markers, chalk, colored pencils, paper, crayons, dry erase markers, finger paint, tape, glue, stickers, small pieces of paper, play dough, clay, hole punchers, stencils, stamps, and scissors. Display in the classroom should be primarily children’s work and not teacher or store-bought display. Children’s art should be posted on their eye level. Avoid long periods of waiting during transitions such as bathroom time or from one activity to another. Develop ideas and strategies to reduce waiting time for children. Teachers can sing songs and do finger plays with the children who are waiting. If children wait more than three minutes without activity, then you will be marked down on the Environment Rating Scale Assessment score. Items such as puzzles and games that are missing pieces should be removed from the classroom and replaced. The classroom should have at least two books per child that are age appropriate for the children in the group. I suggested that books that portray violence be removed. A variety of books that portray real animal pictures, families, disabilities, and different cultures should be added to each classroom. Remove any books that are worn, torn or missing pages. I suggested that you have or purchase hats; boys dress shirts, ties, jerseys and dress coats from a consignment shop, yard sale or dollar store to enhance the dramatic play center. Other items that enhance dramatic play are telephone books, cooking aprons, restaurant menus, calculators, cash registers, cookbooks, and baby doll accessories. Add pictures, books, puzzles, block play people, baby dolls, music, play food and dress-up clothes that represent different cultures. Add pictures, puzzles and block play people that represent people of all ages and disabilities. Review your daily schedule and free play allotted times. Free play times need to be listed separate from all other activities such as hand washing, preparing to go home etc. All centers/materials should be accessible to children during free play. Water must be available to children throughout the day. Always have a pitcher of water and cups for children available. Tables must be cleaned with soapy water then wiped dry. Then spray table with the sanitizing solution and let it sit for at least two minutes before wiping dry. Follow this procedure before and after eating. Make sure no children are near the table when spraying the sanitizing solution. Children must wash their hands upon arrival, before and after eating, before and after sand and water play, after toileting, after outdoor play, after handling messy art materials such as paint, glue, and playdough and after touching nose, mouth, floor, trashcan, and anything else that re-contaminates the hands. Staff should follow proper handwashing procedures and wash hands as required. You must interact with children in relation to their play with materials. At least two instances must be observed. Math/number - One instance must be observed during routine care as well as during free play of using math/number. Handwashing is required when: After children use the toilet or after assisting individual children with toileting routines. Immediately before meal or snack preparation and eating as well as after eating. (Remember to avoid recontamination of hands that can occur when unclean surfaces such as floors or toys are touched before eating.) Upon arrival and after outdoor play After messy activities (e.g., sand play, play dough). Before/after group water play After dealing with bodily fluids (e.g., wiping noses, coughing into hands, bandaging a scraped knee), even if gloves are used. Child sized tables and chairs must be correctly sized for at least 75% of children to receive credit Gross motor equipment must be sturdy, age appropriate and stimulate many skills such as climbing, balancing, hanging by arms, sliding, riding tricycles and bicycles. You must have a variety of portable materials in good repair accessible to play individual and group gross motor games that stimulate many skills. Active play must occur indoors when they cannot not go outdoors due to precipitating weather. Make sure to always follow the weather watch chart to determine if weather is permitting for outdoor activities. Dramatic Play - Staff must extend dramatic play by offering suggestions, finding appropriate space, and assisting development of dramatic play roles. Language and reading activities - Children should be encouraged to use reading/writing in practical situations such as reading instructions for games, write letters to friends, and retrieve information online. Math and reasoning - Staff must encourage children to practice math/reasoning skills in daily activities such as recording scores for games, younger children set table with correct number of plates/napkins, measure and cut craft material accurately. Science and nature activities - Some science/nature books must be used to extend children’s information. Such as a book open on table near collection of pinecones and acorns, book about insect specimens and staff use the books to answer children’s questions about materials. Greeting and departing - Staff must acknowledge and personally greet children during arrival and departure. Staff and child communication - Staff and children’s conversations must be frequent. Language should be generally used by staff to exchange information with children and for social interaction. Most of the language observed during the assessment should be personal conversation and talking about topics of mutual interest rather than all directive language. Children should be asked why, how, what if questions that require longer and more complex answers. Children must be free to decide not to participate in any activity they choose. For example, if the teacher does a group time activity, the teacher cannot require all children to participate. Children should be given alternate activities. Schedule - At least one fine motor/language activity must be scheduled daily. Staff need to read with children each day. This would be a free choice activity for children to choose to listen to the book. Since you want to have the Environment Rating Scale completed, I recommended that you visit www.ncrlap.org for supplemental materials for preparing for the Environment Rating Scale Assessments. Additional notes to the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale Revised Edition can be obtained on this website. NCRLAP also offers Webinar trainings for staff. I also recommended that you register staff now for the upcoming Webinar trainings listed on the ncrlap.org website. 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 violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 13, 2024, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
GS 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/28/2024 Number Present: 71 Completed Date: 2/28/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s Routine Unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Brittany Adams, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. You, Carol Gomez, Director, assisted us with today’s visit. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on October 3, 2023. The facility operates with a four star license issued on May 18, 2020, earning 6 points in program standards, 5 points in education standards, and 1 quality point. The 18-month compliance history is at 87% as of February 27, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 14, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. We observed your Four-Star License, Safe Procedures for Arrival and Departure, current menu, sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, First Aid information sheet, tobacco free policy signage, Summary of NC Child Care Law dated September 2023, evacuation plans, current daily schedules, current activity plans, staff-child ratio sheets, and allergies posted as required. We observed adequate supervision, enhanced space, licensed capacity, enhanced ratios maintained, and approved space used during today's visit. We visited all licensed spaces today. We observed that your facility uses brightweel for parents to sign children in and out. You printed sign in and out records during today’s visit. We observed children engaged in free choice activities, teacher directed activities, lunch, and rest time. I observed infants receiving care according to their developmental needs during today’s visit. We monitored the menu to meet all nutritional guidelines. We monitored 14 topical ointments and/or sunscreens, one prescription topical ointment and two emergency medications in the facility. We observed monthly outdoor inspections documented for the past twelve months. We observed your most recent outdoor inspection was conducted on February 2, 2024. We observed monthly fire drills documented for the past twelve months. We observed the most recent fire drill was conducted on February 6, 2024. We observed the most recent emergency drill documented was a lockdown drill conducted on January 24, 2024. We observed one new staff member had been hired since the last ACV on October 3, 2023. We monitored this one new members staff file during today’s visit. We monitored eighteen existing staff files for valid Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification letters, CPR and First Aid training, Recognizing and Responding training and ITS- SIDS training. We observed no violations related to these staff records. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 432 The center did not have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible daily. In space 8, shelving with toys was turned around facing the wall inaccessible to children. The staff member turned the shelf where children had access to the materials during the visit. GS 110-91(12);10A NCAC 09 .0509(1) 538 Baby bottles were not stored to protect from contamination. In space 1 and space 5, water bottles that are brought from home were stored collectively in crates. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. On the infant outdoor playground the swing set and slide equipment had visible rust and chipping paint. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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 3, an aerosol can of Lysol was stored in an unlocked closet. A staff member placed the can of Lysol in locked storage during the visit. .2820(b) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In space 8, a prescribed topical ointment was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. In space 5, one medication authorization form expired on 2/1/24. .0803(12) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In space 8, attendance records had not been completed since 2/23/24. GS 110-91(9) Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed staff conducting a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that hazardous products are properly stored, and outlets have safety covers. 2. We discussed staff monitoring their medications, topical ointments, and sunscreens on a monthly basis to ensure that they remain in compliance along with their permission slips. Teachers can create a checklist to post in a prominent location as a visual for quick reference. 3. We discussed that medications should be reviewed with parents prior to being stored in the classrooms. Prescription medications should come unopened and in its original packaging. 4. We discussed that all items should be free of rust and chipping paint. When conducting outdoor inspections and walkthroughs of classroom space, staff should monitor playground equipment and furnishings to ensure that materials are not rusted and have chipping paint. 5. We discussed that materials should be accessible to children throughout the day. Shelves that are turned around facing the wall are considered inaccessible to children. 6. We discussed that attendance records should be completed daily. Staff can set reminders that by a specific time of day their attendance records should be completed. Staff can hang their attendance records on a clipboard in a prominent location as a reminder to complete attendance records daily. 7. We discussed that water bottles cannot be stored collectively in crates. We discussed storing water bottles in children’s individual cubbies or in a shoe organizer. Consultation was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that your facility is listed in Cohort 1 for resuming the Star Rated License Reassessment. July 1, 2023, began your facility’s prep year. July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, will be the facility’s reassessment year. 2. We discussed ensuring that all staffs information is updated in their WORKS account. New staff should create a WORKS account and send in the required information. Staff’s education should be uploaded for the Workforce Unit to evaluate staff’s education. 3. We discussed working with your consultant to establish a timeline for technical assistance visits that the facility may need. 4. We discussed reaching out to your local partners such as the Partnership for Young Children for technical assistance. The Partnership for Young Children also conducts mock assessments and will look at your facilities materials. 5. We discussed visiting the NCRLAP website for resources and training opportunities to prepare for the star rated license. 6. We discussed reaching out to the Partnership for Young Children for assistance with completing lesson plans. 7. We discussed that infant feeding plans should be posted in prominent location for reference. 8. We discussed staff following their posted daily schedule to ensure that children are meeting their required time for center play. Children should be engaged in outdoor play daily, weather permitting. The following is general information for you to review with staff to prepare for the Environment Rating Scale Assessment. A variety of different types of blocks such as wooden unit blocks, soft unit blocks, cardboard blocks, and homemade blocks with enough blocks in each set for at least three children to build a structure should be provided. The block center should be large enough for three children to build a substantial structure without interfering with one each other’s play. Art projects should allow individual expression by children. Copied, cookie cutter type art projects do not offer children an opportunity for individual expression. Allow children to choose the art media of their choice and provide a variety of materials. The following are suggestions for art materials: markers, chalk, colored pencils, paper, crayons, dry erase markers, finger paint, tape, glue, stickers, small pieces of paper, play dough, clay, hole punchers, stencils, stamps, and scissors. Display in the classroom should be primarily children’s work and not teacher or store-bought display. Children’s art should be posted on their eye level. Avoid long periods of waiting during transitions such as bathroom time or from one activity to another. Develop ideas and strategies to reduce waiting time for children. Teachers can sing songs and do finger plays with the children who are waiting. If children wait more than three minutes without activity, then you will be marked down on the Environment Rating Scale Assessment score. Items such as puzzles and games that are missing pieces should be removed from the classroom and replaced. The classroom should have at least two books per child that are age appropriate for the children in the group. I suggested that books that portray violence be removed. A variety of books that portray real animal pictures, families, disabilities, and different cultures should be added to each classroom. Remove any books that are worn, torn or missing pages. I suggested that you have or purchase hats; boys dress shirts, ties, jerseys and dress coats from a consignment shop, yard sale or dollar store to enhance the dramatic play center. Other items that enhance dramatic play are telephone books, cooking aprons, restaurant menus, calculators, cash registers, cookbooks, and baby doll accessories. Add pictures, books, puzzles, block play people, baby dolls, music, play food and dress-up clothes that represent different cultures. Add pictures, puzzles and block play people that represent people of all ages and disabilities. Review your daily schedule and free play allotted times. Free play times need to be listed separate from all other activities such as hand washing, preparing to go home etc. All centers/materials should be accessible to children during free play. Water must be available to children throughout the day. Always have a pitcher of water and cups for children available. Tables must be cleaned with soapy water then wiped dry. Then spray table with the sanitizing solution and let it sit for at least two minutes before wiping dry. Follow this procedure before and after eating. Make sure no children are near the table when spraying the sanitizing solution. Children must wash their hands upon arrival, before and after eating, before and after sand and water play, after toileting, after outdoor play, after handling messy art materials such as paint, glue, and playdough and after touching nose, mouth, floor, trashcan, and anything else that re-contaminates the hands. Staff should follow proper handwashing procedures and wash hands as required. You must interact with children in relation to their play with materials. At least two instances must be observed. Math/number - One instance must be observed during routine care as well as during free play of using math/number. Handwashing is required when: After children use the toilet or after assisting individual children with toileting routines. Immediately before meal or snack preparation and eating as well as after eating. (Remember to avoid recontamination of hands that can occur when unclean surfaces such as floors or toys are touched before eating.) Upon arrival and after outdoor play After messy activities (e.g., sand play, play dough). Before/after group water play After dealing with bodily fluids (e.g., wiping noses, coughing into hands, bandaging a scraped knee), even if gloves are used. Child sized tables and chairs must be correctly sized for at least 75% of children to receive credit Gross motor equipment must be sturdy, age appropriate and stimulate many skills such as climbing, balancing, hanging by arms, sliding, riding tricycles and bicycles. You must have a variety of portable materials in good repair accessible to play individual and group gross motor games that stimulate many skills. Active play must occur indoors when they cannot not go outdoors due to precipitating weather. Make sure to always follow the weather watch chart to determine if weather is permitting for outdoor activities. Dramatic Play - Staff must extend dramatic play by offering suggestions, finding appropriate space, and assisting development of dramatic play roles. Language and reading activities - Children should be encouraged to use reading/writing in practical situations such as reading instructions for games, write letters to friends, and retrieve information online. Math and reasoning - Staff must encourage children to practice math/reasoning skills in daily activities such as recording scores for games, younger children set table with correct number of plates/napkins, measure and cut craft material accurately. Science and nature activities - Some science/nature books must be used to extend children’s information. Such as a book open on table near collection of pinecones and acorns, book about insect specimens and staff use the books to answer children’s questions about materials. Greeting and departing - Staff must acknowledge and personally greet children during arrival and departure. Staff and child communication - Staff and children’s conversations must be frequent. Language should be generally used by staff to exchange information with children and for social interaction. Most of the language observed during the assessment should be personal conversation and talking about topics of mutual interest rather than all directive language. Children should be asked why, how, what if questions that require longer and more complex answers. Children must be free to decide not to participate in any activity they choose. For example, if the teacher does a group time activity, the teacher cannot require all children to participate. Children should be given alternate activities. Schedule - At least one fine motor/language activity must be scheduled daily. Staff need to read with children each day. This would be a free choice activity for children to choose to listen to the book. Since you want to have the Environment Rating Scale completed, I recommended that you visit www.ncrlap.org for supplemental materials for preparing for the Environment Rating Scale Assessments. Additional notes to the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale Revised Edition can be obtained on this website. NCRLAP also offers Webinar trainings for staff. I also recommended that you register staff now for the upcoming Webinar trainings listed on the ncrlap.org website. 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 violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 13, 2024, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/28/2024 Number Present: 71 Completed Date: 2/28/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s Routine Unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Brittany Adams, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. You, Carol Gomez, Director, assisted us with today’s visit. The last Annual Compliance Visit was completed on October 3, 2023. The facility operates with a four star license issued on May 18, 2020, earning 6 points in program standards, 5 points in education standards, and 1 quality point. The 18-month compliance history is at 87% as of February 27, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 14, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. We observed your Four-Star License, Safe Procedures for Arrival and Departure, current menu, sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, First Aid information sheet, tobacco free policy signage, Summary of NC Child Care Law dated September 2023, evacuation plans, current daily schedules, current activity plans, staff-child ratio sheets, and allergies posted as required. We observed adequate supervision, enhanced space, licensed capacity, enhanced ratios maintained, and approved space used during today's visit. We visited all licensed spaces today. We observed that your facility uses brightweel for parents to sign children in and out. You printed sign in and out records during today’s visit. We observed children engaged in free choice activities, teacher directed activities, lunch, and rest time. I observed infants receiving care according to their developmental needs during today’s visit. We monitored the menu to meet all nutritional guidelines. We monitored 14 topical ointments and/or sunscreens, one prescription topical ointment and two emergency medications in the facility. We observed monthly outdoor inspections documented for the past twelve months. We observed your most recent outdoor inspection was conducted on February 2, 2024. We observed monthly fire drills documented for the past twelve months. We observed the most recent fire drill was conducted on February 6, 2024. We observed the most recent emergency drill documented was a lockdown drill conducted on January 24, 2024. We observed one new staff member had been hired since the last ACV on October 3, 2023. We monitored this one new members staff file during today’s visit. We monitored eighteen existing staff files for valid Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification letters, CPR and First Aid training, Recognizing and Responding training and ITS- SIDS training. We observed no violations related to these staff records. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 432 The center did not have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible daily. In space 8, shelving with toys was turned around facing the wall inaccessible to children. The staff member turned the shelf where children had access to the materials during the visit. GS 110-91(12);10A NCAC 09 .0509(1) 538 Baby bottles were not stored to protect from contamination. In space 1 and space 5, water bottles that are brought from home were stored collectively in crates. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. On the infant outdoor playground the swing set and slide equipment had visible rust and chipping paint. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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 3, an aerosol can of Lysol was stored in an unlocked closet. A staff member placed the can of Lysol in locked storage during the visit. .2820(b) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In space 8, a prescribed topical ointment was not in the original labeled container. .0803(2)(a) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. In space 5, one medication authorization form expired on 2/1/24. .0803(12) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In space 8, attendance records had not been completed since 2/23/24. GS 110-91(9) Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed staff conducting a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that hazardous products are properly stored, and outlets have safety covers. 2. We discussed staff monitoring their medications, topical ointments, and sunscreens on a monthly basis to ensure that they remain in compliance along with their permission slips. Teachers can create a checklist to post in a prominent location as a visual for quick reference. 3. We discussed that medications should be reviewed with parents prior to being stored in the classrooms. Prescription medications should come unopened and in its original packaging. 4. We discussed that all items should be free of rust and chipping paint. When conducting outdoor inspections and walkthroughs of classroom space, staff should monitor playground equipment and furnishings to ensure that materials are not rusted and have chipping paint. 5. We discussed that materials should be accessible to children throughout the day. Shelves that are turned around facing the wall are considered inaccessible to children. 6. We discussed that attendance records should be completed daily. Staff can set reminders that by a specific time of day their attendance records should be completed. Staff can hang their attendance records on a clipboard in a prominent location as a reminder to complete attendance records daily. 7. We discussed that water bottles cannot be stored collectively in crates. We discussed storing water bottles in children’s individual cubbies or in a shoe organizer. Consultation was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that your facility is listed in Cohort 1 for resuming the Star Rated License Reassessment. July 1, 2023, began your facility’s prep year. July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, will be the facility’s reassessment year. 2. We discussed ensuring that all staffs information is updated in their WORKS account. New staff should create a WORKS account and send in the required information. Staff’s education should be uploaded for the Workforce Unit to evaluate staff’s education. 3. We discussed working with your consultant to establish a timeline for technical assistance visits that the facility may need. 4. We discussed reaching out to your local partners such as the Partnership for Young Children for technical assistance. The Partnership for Young Children also conducts mock assessments and will look at your facilities materials. 5. We discussed visiting the NCRLAP website for resources and training opportunities to prepare for the star rated license. 6. We discussed reaching out to the Partnership for Young Children for assistance with completing lesson plans. 7. We discussed that infant feeding plans should be posted in prominent location for reference. 8. We discussed staff following their posted daily schedule to ensure that children are meeting their required time for center play. Children should be engaged in outdoor play daily, weather permitting. The following is general information for you to review with staff to prepare for the Environment Rating Scale Assessment. A variety of different types of blocks such as wooden unit blocks, soft unit blocks, cardboard blocks, and homemade blocks with enough blocks in each set for at least three children to build a structure should be provided. The block center should be large enough for three children to build a substantial structure without interfering with one each other’s play. Art projects should allow individual expression by children. Copied, cookie cutter type art projects do not offer children an opportunity for individual expression. Allow children to choose the art media of their choice and provide a variety of materials. The following are suggestions for art materials: markers, chalk, colored pencils, paper, crayons, dry erase markers, finger paint, tape, glue, stickers, small pieces of paper, play dough, clay, hole punchers, stencils, stamps, and scissors. Display in the classroom should be primarily children’s work and not teacher or store-bought display. Children’s art should be posted on their eye level. Avoid long periods of waiting during transitions such as bathroom time or from one activity to another. Develop ideas and strategies to reduce waiting time for children. Teachers can sing songs and do finger plays with the children who are waiting. If children wait more than three minutes without activity, then you will be marked down on the Environment Rating Scale Assessment score. Items such as puzzles and games that are missing pieces should be removed from the classroom and replaced. The classroom should have at least two books per child that are age appropriate for the children in the group. I suggested that books that portray violence be removed. A variety of books that portray real animal pictures, families, disabilities, and different cultures should be added to each classroom. Remove any books that are worn, torn or missing pages. I suggested that you have or purchase hats; boys dress shirts, ties, jerseys and dress coats from a consignment shop, yard sale or dollar store to enhance the dramatic play center. Other items that enhance dramatic play are telephone books, cooking aprons, restaurant menus, calculators, cash registers, cookbooks, and baby doll accessories. Add pictures, books, puzzles, block play people, baby dolls, music, play food and dress-up clothes that represent different cultures. Add pictures, puzzles and block play people that represent people of all ages and disabilities. Review your daily schedule and free play allotted times. Free play times need to be listed separate from all other activities such as hand washing, preparing to go home etc. All centers/materials should be accessible to children during free play. Water must be available to children throughout the day. Always have a pitcher of water and cups for children available. Tables must be cleaned with soapy water then wiped dry. Then spray table with the sanitizing solution and let it sit for at least two minutes before wiping dry. Follow this procedure before and after eating. Make sure no children are near the table when spraying the sanitizing solution. Children must wash their hands upon arrival, before and after eating, before and after sand and water play, after toileting, after outdoor play, after handling messy art materials such as paint, glue, and playdough and after touching nose, mouth, floor, trashcan, and anything else that re-contaminates the hands. Staff should follow proper handwashing procedures and wash hands as required. You must interact with children in relation to their play with materials. At least two instances must be observed. Math/number - One instance must be observed during routine care as well as during free play of using math/number. Handwashing is required when: After children use the toilet or after assisting individual children with toileting routines. Immediately before meal or snack preparation and eating as well as after eating. (Remember to avoid recontamination of hands that can occur when unclean surfaces such as floors or toys are touched before eating.) Upon arrival and after outdoor play After messy activities (e.g., sand play, play dough). Before/after group water play After dealing with bodily fluids (e.g., wiping noses, coughing into hands, bandaging a scraped knee), even if gloves are used. Child sized tables and chairs must be correctly sized for at least 75% of children to receive credit Gross motor equipment must be sturdy, age appropriate and stimulate many skills such as climbing, balancing, hanging by arms, sliding, riding tricycles and bicycles. You must have a variety of portable materials in good repair accessible to play individual and group gross motor games that stimulate many skills. Active play must occur indoors when they cannot not go outdoors due to precipitating weather. Make sure to always follow the weather watch chart to determine if weather is permitting for outdoor activities. Dramatic Play - Staff must extend dramatic play by offering suggestions, finding appropriate space, and assisting development of dramatic play roles. Language and reading activities - Children should be encouraged to use reading/writing in practical situations such as reading instructions for games, write letters to friends, and retrieve information online. Math and reasoning - Staff must encourage children to practice math/reasoning skills in daily activities such as recording scores for games, younger children set table with correct number of plates/napkins, measure and cut craft material accurately. Science and nature activities - Some science/nature books must be used to extend children’s information. Such as a book open on table near collection of pinecones and acorns, book about insect specimens and staff use the books to answer children’s questions about materials. Greeting and departing - Staff must acknowledge and personally greet children during arrival and departure. Staff and child communication - Staff and children’s conversations must be frequent. Language should be generally used by staff to exchange information with children and for social interaction. Most of the language observed during the assessment should be personal conversation and talking about topics of mutual interest rather than all directive language. Children should be asked why, how, what if questions that require longer and more complex answers. Children must be free to decide not to participate in any activity they choose. For example, if the teacher does a group time activity, the teacher cannot require all children to participate. Children should be given alternate activities. Schedule - At least one fine motor/language activity must be scheduled daily. Staff need to read with children each day. This would be a free choice activity for children to choose to listen to the book. Since you want to have the Environment Rating Scale completed, I recommended that you visit www.ncrlap.org for supplemental materials for preparing for the Environment Rating Scale Assessments. Additional notes to the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale Revised Edition can be obtained on this website. NCRLAP also offers Webinar trainings for staff. I also recommended that you register staff now for the upcoming Webinar trainings listed on the ncrlap.org website. 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 violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before March 13, 2024, 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 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
10A NCAC 09 .0902 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/3/2023 Number Present: 59 Completed Date: 10/3/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in space 1 and space 2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. You, Carol Gomez, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued on May 18, 2020, earning 5 points in the education component, 6 points in the program standards component (meeting enhanced ratios and enhanced space) and 1 quality point. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on November 9, 2022. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 16, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. I observed your four-star License, current menu, sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, First Aid information sheet, tobacco free policy signage, Summary of NC Child Care Law dated January 2021, evacuation plans, daily schedule, activity plans, and staff-child ratio sheets posted as required. I observed children adequately supervised, meeting enhanced space, meeting enhanced ratios, adequate approved space use, and permit restrictions maintained during today’s visit. I observed children engaged in free choice activities, teacher directed activities, toileting and handwashing routines, lunch, outdoor play, and rest time. Children under twelve months old received care according to individual needs including diapering needs and bottle feeding. Proper hand washing techniques and diaper changing procedures were observed. Lunch consisted of pepperoni pizza, broccoli, tropical fruit, and milk. I observed toys, equipment, and materials throughout the facility to be of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. I monitored your outdoor play spaces for general safety today. No concerns were observed. I observed twelve over the counter (OTC) diaper ointments stored in locked storage and ten sunscreens in the facility. I monitored these diaper ointments and sunscreens along with their permission to administer topical ointment slips to be complete and current. I observed your monthly Fire Drill Log documenting drills for the past twelve months. I observed the last fire drill documented on this log was dated September 29, 2023, at 10:30am with fifty-seven seconds to evacuate. I observed your Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown Drill Log documenting drills for the past twelve months and conducted every three months as required. I observed the last emergency drill documented on this log was a shelter-in-place drill dated September 13, 2023, at 3:00pm with fifty-five seconds to shelter-in-place. You stated that you do not provide transportation. I observed that three new staff members have been hired since your last ACV completed on November 9, 2022. I monitored these three new staff members’ files during today’s visit. I monitored two existing staff members’ files and seven children’s files during today’s visit. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC PreK staff in space 1 is lead teacher, Annette Warren, and teacher, Rebecca Welborn. The current NC PreK staff in space 2 is lead teacher, Hope Sharpe, and teacher, Carrie Wiles. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year. The first day of school was August 28, 2023. The classroom operates from 7:45am to 2:45pm. Parent conferences are held as needed with families. Staff stated that they use the Brightwheel app to communicate with parents along with phone calls, emails, and face to face. The DIAL-4 is used as the formative assessment tool. Staff stated that the NC Pre-K program participates in the weekly parent engagement activities, special events, and Raising a Reader as parent involvement. The following violations were observed during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In space 8, an activity plan posted was dated for 9/25-9/29. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. In multiple spaces throughout the facility, an allergy information sheet was not posted. .0901(g) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence). In space 8, one child 15 months and younger did not have an individual feeding plan available for review. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 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. In space 7, a container on a shelf, below 5 feet, contained cotton balls and pom pom balls, accessible to children. .0604(q) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. One child's discipline policy did not include the child's date of enrollment. .1804(b) 1832 Application did not include health care needs or concerns, symptoms of and the type of response required for the health care needs or concerns. One child's enrollment application did not have the health care needs section complete. .0801 (a)(5) During today’s visit, I provided technical assistance (TA) regarding the following topics: 1. We discussed ensuring that activity plans are posted and current for each new week. Activity plans should include at least 4 activities and 1 outdoors activity. These activities should be developmentally appropriate for children. 2. We discussed ensuring that all children 15 months of age and younger have an infant feeding plan posted in the classroom. 3. We discussed ensuring that children’s attendance records are completed daily, and each child is accounted for on the attendance roster. 4. We discussed ensuring that allergy signs are posted in each classroom for staff to easily identify if there are any known allergies. If there are no allergies in the classroom, an allergy sign should still be posted documenting “no known allergies”. 5. We discussed reviewing enrollment applications with parents to ensure that the application is completed. If the questions under the health care needs section does not apply to the child, the parent should write “N/A or None”. 6. We discussed reviewing children’s discipline policy to ensure that each child’s enrollment date is documented on the signed discipline policy. 7. We discussed that the Summary of Child Care Law has been updated. The revised document dated September 2023 can be found on the DCDEE website under provider documents. Please print the updated version and post it in your licensed space. Also please update this form in your parent handbook and have parents sign that they have received the updated version. 8. We discussed that your facility is listed in Cohort 1 for the Star Rated License Reassessment. July 1, 2023, began your facility's prep year. July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, will be the facility's reassessment year. 9. We discussed ensuring that all staffs information is updated in their WORKS account. New staff should create a WORKS account and send in the required information. Staff’s education should be uploaded for the Workforce Unit to evaluate staff’s education. 10. We discussed working with your consultant to establish a timeline for technical assistance visits that the facility may need. 11. We discussed reaching out to your local partners such as the Partnership for Young Children for technical assistance. The Partnership for Young Children also conducts mock assessments and will look at your facility's materials. 12. We discussed visiting the NCRLAP website (www.ncrlap.org) for resources and training opportunities to prepare for the star rated license. 13. We discussed that Recognizing Suspicions of Child Maltreatment should be taken within 90 days of employment. A training on Child Maltreatment should be taken every five years thereafter. You may reach out to the local Partnership for Young Children or Department of Social Services to inquire on training opportunities related to this topic. If a training cannot be found, you may retake the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training that can be located at www.preventchildabusenc.org. Please retain these certificates in your staff personnel file for review. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before October 17, 2023, 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or Lead Consultant, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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10A NCAC 09 .3009 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/3/2023 Number Present: 59 Completed Date: 10/3/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in space 1 and space 2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. You, Carol Gomez, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued on May 18, 2020, earning 5 points in the education component, 6 points in the program standards component (meeting enhanced ratios and enhanced space) and 1 quality point. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on November 9, 2022. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 16, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. I observed your four-star License, current menu, sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, First Aid information sheet, tobacco free policy signage, Summary of NC Child Care Law dated January 2021, evacuation plans, daily schedule, activity plans, and staff-child ratio sheets posted as required. I observed children adequately supervised, meeting enhanced space, meeting enhanced ratios, adequate approved space use, and permit restrictions maintained during today’s visit. I observed children engaged in free choice activities, teacher directed activities, toileting and handwashing routines, lunch, outdoor play, and rest time. Children under twelve months old received care according to individual needs including diapering needs and bottle feeding. Proper hand washing techniques and diaper changing procedures were observed. Lunch consisted of pepperoni pizza, broccoli, tropical fruit, and milk. I observed toys, equipment, and materials throughout the facility to be of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. I monitored your outdoor play spaces for general safety today. No concerns were observed. I observed twelve over the counter (OTC) diaper ointments stored in locked storage and ten sunscreens in the facility. I monitored these diaper ointments and sunscreens along with their permission to administer topical ointment slips to be complete and current. I observed your monthly Fire Drill Log documenting drills for the past twelve months. I observed the last fire drill documented on this log was dated September 29, 2023, at 10:30am with fifty-seven seconds to evacuate. I observed your Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown Drill Log documenting drills for the past twelve months and conducted every three months as required. I observed the last emergency drill documented on this log was a shelter-in-place drill dated September 13, 2023, at 3:00pm with fifty-five seconds to shelter-in-place. You stated that you do not provide transportation. I observed that three new staff members have been hired since your last ACV completed on November 9, 2022. I monitored these three new staff members’ files during today’s visit. I monitored two existing staff members’ files and seven children’s files during today’s visit. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC PreK staff in space 1 is lead teacher, Annette Warren, and teacher, Rebecca Welborn. The current NC PreK staff in space 2 is lead teacher, Hope Sharpe, and teacher, Carrie Wiles. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year. The first day of school was August 28, 2023. The classroom operates from 7:45am to 2:45pm. Parent conferences are held as needed with families. Staff stated that they use the Brightwheel app to communicate with parents along with phone calls, emails, and face to face. The DIAL-4 is used as the formative assessment tool. Staff stated that the NC Pre-K program participates in the weekly parent engagement activities, special events, and Raising a Reader as parent involvement. The following violations were observed during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In space 8, an activity plan posted was dated for 9/25-9/29. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. In multiple spaces throughout the facility, an allergy information sheet was not posted. .0901(g) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence). In space 8, one child 15 months and younger did not have an individual feeding plan available for review. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 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. In space 7, a container on a shelf, below 5 feet, contained cotton balls and pom pom balls, accessible to children. .0604(q) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. One child's discipline policy did not include the child's date of enrollment. .1804(b) 1832 Application did not include health care needs or concerns, symptoms of and the type of response required for the health care needs or concerns. One child's enrollment application did not have the health care needs section complete. .0801 (a)(5) During today’s visit, I provided technical assistance (TA) regarding the following topics: 1. We discussed ensuring that activity plans are posted and current for each new week. Activity plans should include at least 4 activities and 1 outdoors activity. These activities should be developmentally appropriate for children. 2. We discussed ensuring that all children 15 months of age and younger have an infant feeding plan posted in the classroom. 3. We discussed ensuring that children’s attendance records are completed daily, and each child is accounted for on the attendance roster. 4. We discussed ensuring that allergy signs are posted in each classroom for staff to easily identify if there are any known allergies. If there are no allergies in the classroom, an allergy sign should still be posted documenting “no known allergies”. 5. We discussed reviewing enrollment applications with parents to ensure that the application is completed. If the questions under the health care needs section does not apply to the child, the parent should write “N/A or None”. 6. We discussed reviewing children’s discipline policy to ensure that each child’s enrollment date is documented on the signed discipline policy. 7. We discussed that the Summary of Child Care Law has been updated. The revised document dated September 2023 can be found on the DCDEE website under provider documents. Please print the updated version and post it in your licensed space. Also please update this form in your parent handbook and have parents sign that they have received the updated version. 8. We discussed that your facility is listed in Cohort 1 for the Star Rated License Reassessment. July 1, 2023, began your facility's prep year. July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, will be the facility's reassessment year. 9. We discussed ensuring that all staffs information is updated in their WORKS account. New staff should create a WORKS account and send in the required information. Staff’s education should be uploaded for the Workforce Unit to evaluate staff’s education. 10. We discussed working with your consultant to establish a timeline for technical assistance visits that the facility may need. 11. We discussed reaching out to your local partners such as the Partnership for Young Children for technical assistance. The Partnership for Young Children also conducts mock assessments and will look at your facility's materials. 12. We discussed visiting the NCRLAP website (www.ncrlap.org) for resources and training opportunities to prepare for the star rated license. 13. We discussed that Recognizing Suspicions of Child Maltreatment should be taken within 90 days of employment. A training on Child Maltreatment should be taken every five years thereafter. You may reach out to the local Partnership for Young Children or Department of Social Services to inquire on training opportunities related to this topic. If a training cannot be found, you may retake the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training that can be located at www.preventchildabusenc.org. Please retain these certificates in your staff personnel file for review. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before October 17, 2023, 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or Lead Consultant, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
GS 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/3/2023 Number Present: 59 Completed Date: 10/3/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in space 1 and space 2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. You, Carol Gomez, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued on May 18, 2020, earning 5 points in the education component, 6 points in the program standards component (meeting enhanced ratios and enhanced space) and 1 quality point. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on November 9, 2022. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 16, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. I observed your four-star License, current menu, sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, First Aid information sheet, tobacco free policy signage, Summary of NC Child Care Law dated January 2021, evacuation plans, daily schedule, activity plans, and staff-child ratio sheets posted as required. I observed children adequately supervised, meeting enhanced space, meeting enhanced ratios, adequate approved space use, and permit restrictions maintained during today’s visit. I observed children engaged in free choice activities, teacher directed activities, toileting and handwashing routines, lunch, outdoor play, and rest time. Children under twelve months old received care according to individual needs including diapering needs and bottle feeding. Proper hand washing techniques and diaper changing procedures were observed. Lunch consisted of pepperoni pizza, broccoli, tropical fruit, and milk. I observed toys, equipment, and materials throughout the facility to be of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. I monitored your outdoor play spaces for general safety today. No concerns were observed. I observed twelve over the counter (OTC) diaper ointments stored in locked storage and ten sunscreens in the facility. I monitored these diaper ointments and sunscreens along with their permission to administer topical ointment slips to be complete and current. I observed your monthly Fire Drill Log documenting drills for the past twelve months. I observed the last fire drill documented on this log was dated September 29, 2023, at 10:30am with fifty-seven seconds to evacuate. I observed your Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown Drill Log documenting drills for the past twelve months and conducted every three months as required. I observed the last emergency drill documented on this log was a shelter-in-place drill dated September 13, 2023, at 3:00pm with fifty-five seconds to shelter-in-place. You stated that you do not provide transportation. I observed that three new staff members have been hired since your last ACV completed on November 9, 2022. I monitored these three new staff members’ files during today’s visit. I monitored two existing staff members’ files and seven children’s files during today’s visit. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC PreK staff in space 1 is lead teacher, Annette Warren, and teacher, Rebecca Welborn. The current NC PreK staff in space 2 is lead teacher, Hope Sharpe, and teacher, Carrie Wiles. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year. The first day of school was August 28, 2023. The classroom operates from 7:45am to 2:45pm. Parent conferences are held as needed with families. Staff stated that they use the Brightwheel app to communicate with parents along with phone calls, emails, and face to face. The DIAL-4 is used as the formative assessment tool. Staff stated that the NC Pre-K program participates in the weekly parent engagement activities, special events, and Raising a Reader as parent involvement. The following violations were observed during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In space 8, an activity plan posted was dated for 9/25-9/29. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. In multiple spaces throughout the facility, an allergy information sheet was not posted. .0901(g) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence). In space 8, one child 15 months and younger did not have an individual feeding plan available for review. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 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. In space 7, a container on a shelf, below 5 feet, contained cotton balls and pom pom balls, accessible to children. .0604(q) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. One child's discipline policy did not include the child's date of enrollment. .1804(b) 1832 Application did not include health care needs or concerns, symptoms of and the type of response required for the health care needs or concerns. One child's enrollment application did not have the health care needs section complete. .0801 (a)(5) During today’s visit, I provided technical assistance (TA) regarding the following topics: 1. We discussed ensuring that activity plans are posted and current for each new week. Activity plans should include at least 4 activities and 1 outdoors activity. These activities should be developmentally appropriate for children. 2. We discussed ensuring that all children 15 months of age and younger have an infant feeding plan posted in the classroom. 3. We discussed ensuring that children’s attendance records are completed daily, and each child is accounted for on the attendance roster. 4. We discussed ensuring that allergy signs are posted in each classroom for staff to easily identify if there are any known allergies. If there are no allergies in the classroom, an allergy sign should still be posted documenting “no known allergies”. 5. We discussed reviewing enrollment applications with parents to ensure that the application is completed. If the questions under the health care needs section does not apply to the child, the parent should write “N/A or None”. 6. We discussed reviewing children’s discipline policy to ensure that each child’s enrollment date is documented on the signed discipline policy. 7. We discussed that the Summary of Child Care Law has been updated. The revised document dated September 2023 can be found on the DCDEE website under provider documents. Please print the updated version and post it in your licensed space. Also please update this form in your parent handbook and have parents sign that they have received the updated version. 8. We discussed that your facility is listed in Cohort 1 for the Star Rated License Reassessment. July 1, 2023, began your facility's prep year. July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, will be the facility's reassessment year. 9. We discussed ensuring that all staffs information is updated in their WORKS account. New staff should create a WORKS account and send in the required information. Staff’s education should be uploaded for the Workforce Unit to evaluate staff’s education. 10. We discussed working with your consultant to establish a timeline for technical assistance visits that the facility may need. 11. We discussed reaching out to your local partners such as the Partnership for Young Children for technical assistance. The Partnership for Young Children also conducts mock assessments and will look at your facility's materials. 12. We discussed visiting the NCRLAP website (www.ncrlap.org) for resources and training opportunities to prepare for the star rated license. 13. We discussed that Recognizing Suspicions of Child Maltreatment should be taken within 90 days of employment. A training on Child Maltreatment should be taken every five years thereafter. You may reach out to the local Partnership for Young Children or Department of Social Services to inquire on training opportunities related to this topic. If a training cannot be found, you may retake the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training that can be located at www.preventchildabusenc.org. Please retain these certificates in your staff personnel file for review. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before October 17, 2023, 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or Lead Consultant, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 0250527 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/3/2023 Number Present: 59 Completed Date: 10/3/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including compliance with requirements located in Child Care Rule Section .3000 in space 1 and space 2, where children participating in the NC Pre-K program are cared for. You, Carol Gomez, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, issued on May 18, 2020, earning 5 points in the education component, 6 points in the program standards component (meeting enhanced ratios and enhanced space) and 1 quality point. Your program was also monitored for compliance with implementing an approved curriculum, Creative Curriculum, as required for all four- and five-star licensed facilities where four-year-old children are enrolled. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on November 9, 2022. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 16, 2023, with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2023, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. I observed your four-star License, current menu, sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, First Aid information sheet, tobacco free policy signage, Summary of NC Child Care Law dated January 2021, evacuation plans, daily schedule, activity plans, and staff-child ratio sheets posted as required. I observed children adequately supervised, meeting enhanced space, meeting enhanced ratios, adequate approved space use, and permit restrictions maintained during today’s visit. I observed children engaged in free choice activities, teacher directed activities, toileting and handwashing routines, lunch, outdoor play, and rest time. Children under twelve months old received care according to individual needs including diapering needs and bottle feeding. Proper hand washing techniques and diaper changing procedures were observed. Lunch consisted of pepperoni pizza, broccoli, tropical fruit, and milk. I observed toys, equipment, and materials throughout the facility to be of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. I monitored your outdoor play spaces for general safety today. No concerns were observed. I observed twelve over the counter (OTC) diaper ointments stored in locked storage and ten sunscreens in the facility. I monitored these diaper ointments and sunscreens along with their permission to administer topical ointment slips to be complete and current. I observed your monthly Fire Drill Log documenting drills for the past twelve months. I observed the last fire drill documented on this log was dated September 29, 2023, at 10:30am with fifty-seven seconds to evacuate. I observed your Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown Drill Log documenting drills for the past twelve months and conducted every three months as required. I observed the last emergency drill documented on this log was a shelter-in-place drill dated September 13, 2023, at 3:00pm with fifty-five seconds to shelter-in-place. You stated that you do not provide transportation. I observed that three new staff members have been hired since your last ACV completed on November 9, 2022. I monitored these three new staff members’ files during today’s visit. I monitored two existing staff members’ files and seven children’s files during today’s visit. The NC Pre-K requirements in section .3000 of the child care rules were monitored for compliance. The NC Pre-K Program Site Monitoring Tool was reviewed today. Staff-child ratios and maximum group sizes required in Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3009 were verified in compliance. The current NC PreK staff in space 1 is lead teacher, Annette Warren, and teacher, Rebecca Welborn. The current NC PreK staff in space 2 is lead teacher, Hope Sharpe, and teacher, Carrie Wiles. A selection of files were monitored for completed health assessments and developmental screenings. The center uses the Teaching Strategies Gold instrument to document evidence of children's ongoing progress. The checkpoint assessments are conducted three times per year. The first day of school was August 28, 2023. The classroom operates from 7:45am to 2:45pm. Parent conferences are held as needed with families. Staff stated that they use the Brightwheel app to communicate with parents along with phone calls, emails, and face to face. The DIAL-4 is used as the formative assessment tool. Staff stated that the NC Pre-K program participates in the weekly parent engagement activities, special events, and Raising a Reader as parent involvement. The following violations were observed during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In space 8, an activity plan posted was dated for 9/25-9/29. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. In multiple spaces throughout the facility, an allergy information sheet was not posted. .0901(g) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence). In space 8, one child 15 months and younger did not have an individual feeding plan available for review. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 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. In space 7, a container on a shelf, below 5 feet, contained cotton balls and pom pom balls, accessible to children. .0604(q) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. One child's discipline policy did not include the child's date of enrollment. .1804(b) 1832 Application did not include health care needs or concerns, symptoms of and the type of response required for the health care needs or concerns. One child's enrollment application did not have the health care needs section complete. .0801 (a)(5) During today’s visit, I provided technical assistance (TA) regarding the following topics: 1. We discussed ensuring that activity plans are posted and current for each new week. Activity plans should include at least 4 activities and 1 outdoors activity. These activities should be developmentally appropriate for children. 2. We discussed ensuring that all children 15 months of age and younger have an infant feeding plan posted in the classroom. 3. We discussed ensuring that children’s attendance records are completed daily, and each child is accounted for on the attendance roster. 4. We discussed ensuring that allergy signs are posted in each classroom for staff to easily identify if there are any known allergies. If there are no allergies in the classroom, an allergy sign should still be posted documenting “no known allergies”. 5. We discussed reviewing enrollment applications with parents to ensure that the application is completed. If the questions under the health care needs section does not apply to the child, the parent should write “N/A or None”. 6. We discussed reviewing children’s discipline policy to ensure that each child’s enrollment date is documented on the signed discipline policy. 7. We discussed that the Summary of Child Care Law has been updated. The revised document dated September 2023 can be found on the DCDEE website under provider documents. Please print the updated version and post it in your licensed space. Also please update this form in your parent handbook and have parents sign that they have received the updated version. 8. We discussed that your facility is listed in Cohort 1 for the Star Rated License Reassessment. July 1, 2023, began your facility's prep year. July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, will be the facility's reassessment year. 9. We discussed ensuring that all staffs information is updated in their WORKS account. New staff should create a WORKS account and send in the required information. Staff’s education should be uploaded for the Workforce Unit to evaluate staff’s education. 10. We discussed working with your consultant to establish a timeline for technical assistance visits that the facility may need. 11. We discussed reaching out to your local partners such as the Partnership for Young Children for technical assistance. The Partnership for Young Children also conducts mock assessments and will look at your facility's materials. 12. We discussed visiting the NCRLAP website (www.ncrlap.org) for resources and training opportunities to prepare for the star rated license. 13. We discussed that Recognizing Suspicions of Child Maltreatment should be taken within 90 days of employment. A training on Child Maltreatment should be taken every five years thereafter. You may reach out to the local Partnership for Young Children or Department of Social Services to inquire on training opportunities related to this topic. If a training cannot be found, you may retake the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training that can be located at www.preventchildabusenc.org. Please retain these certificates in your staff personnel file for review. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before October 17, 2023, 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 conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 Email: rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or Lead Consultant, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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