G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: WALLACE PREKINDERGARTEN CENTER Facility ID: 31000249 Consultant: CARLA HANCHEY-EDWARDS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/23/2025 Number Present: 31 Completed Date: 9/23/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 75 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 10:15 AM 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 compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. M. Vann site secretary who accompanied me on the walk through of the facility and assisted with today’s visit. The group size, supervision, ratio, capacity and approved space were in compliance. The restrictions, license and emergency care plan were posted. First Aid/CPR, storage of hazardous materials and the NC Child Care Summary of the Law were posted. I monitored the program requirements, furnishings and equipment, outdoor area, and medications. The lesson plan’s themes were on colors and routines. The children were observed playing in activity areas inside and later playing outside on the playground. The lunch menu for today met the meal pattern requirements. This program currently operates with a five -star license issued March 5, 2018. Please be reminded to have all staff’s education sent to WORKS to be evaluated. During today’s visit I reminded you to be thinking about the pathway you may choose and start working towards the requirements for that pathway. Your last fire drill was completed 9/22/25 and your last monthly outdoor playground inspection was dated 8/26/25. Your last EPR drill was a lockdown completed 8/29/25. I reminded you that an EPR drill must be completed every three months. Please keep all documentation on file for review. The following violation was documented and corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). One employee's qualification letter expired 8/19/24 and the letter on file was dated 1/15/25. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) Childcare licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare law and rules. Technical assistance regarding the following items was reviewed with you today. I reminded you that the health and safety training courses have been relocated from Pro-Solutions to Moodle on the DCDEE website and they are free of charge. I discussed various other training resources, including those online and in-person. Remember continuing professional development training provides you and your staff with the knowledge and skills needed to provide a quality child care program. Please be reminded that the health and safety training courses are required to be completed every five years. CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Please be reminded you can renew the criminal background checks up to six months ahead of time. I also recommended that you put renewal dates on a spreadsheet or calendar to help keep you reminded to maintain compliance in this area in the future. I also suggested to incorporate basic concepts with your current lesson plan or theme will add in preparing the children for kindergarten. Additional information and resources for Pathways to the Stars regarding QRIS Modernization and rules are available at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization . For the most up to date information, copies of sample forms, and copies of the child care requirements, you were encouraged to periodically visit the Division's website and click on the What’s New tab at www.ncchildcare.nc.gov Please contact me at 910-824-0500 or email at carla.hanchey-edwards@dhhs.nc.gov if I may be of assistance. 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