10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: MARIAM BOYD ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 93000104 Consultant: APRIL FLEMING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/20/2025 Number Present: 22 Completed Date: 5/20/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 165 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 01:15 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Currently this facility operates with a Five-Star License, issued August 2, 2019. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on December 4, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 12, 2024, earning a superior classification and two (2) demerits. The last satisfactory fire inspection was completed on September 4, 2024. Nicole Baker, PreK Coordinator, assisted me during today’s visit. Twenty-two (22) children were present. Children were observed during free choice play, daily routines, preparing for lunch and during outdoor play. Staff interacted with children in a positive manner. The following violations of child care requirements were documented during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A safe outdoor environment was not provided for the children in care. A hornet's nest was beneath the playscape on the playground. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly inspections were not available for review. .0605(q) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. Shelter in place and or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) The following violations must be corrected immediately. The letter must describe, in detail, specifically how each violation has been corrected and any supporting documents. You can mail or email me with verification of compliance regarding the violations that were documented. If you choose to mail, two signed and dated copies must be sent and received by June 3, 2025. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of the violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. It is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license, could be issued. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, April Fleming, PO Box 236, Enfield, NC 27823. If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-450-9796 or april.fleming@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at 252-373-9809. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Compliance History: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an 18-month compliance score of 99%. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/WHAT’S NEW/CONSULTATION A staff member hired December 14, 2024, record was reviewed and found in compliance. and ten percent (10%) of existing staff records were monitored. OUTDOOR ENVRIOMENT: The outdoor environment should be checked daily before the children go out. A hornet’s nest was under the play scape. This was corrected during the visit when the maintenance removed the nest. CRIMINIAL BACKGROUND APPLICATIONS: A New feature links criminal background applications to facilities. North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. This feature was observed being implemented. Staff that are not linked should be linked to the facility. A copy of the instructions was given to Nicole Baker, PreK Coordinator. CLEAN WATER FOR US KIDS: The Clean Water for Carolina Kids status for lead in water is “section complete”. For the lead base paint and asbestos, the status is “enrollment started”. N. Baker logged into the account and contacted Clean Water to receive clarification on what is needed for completion. This information was verified in the clean water for US kids facility data. STAR RATED LICENSE (SRL)/QRIS: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). GET READY FOR THE 3s (ECERS-3, ITERS-3, FCCERS-3): The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) have collaboratively worked on preparations for the transition to the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3 that started February 1, 2025. Don't worry! Visit the Get ready for the 3s webpage to learn what's different and what you can do now to prepare. New resources have been added. You'll find updated FAQs, fact sheets, credit hour training, outreach assessment opportunities and more to help you become familiar with these tools. PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective November 1, 2024. RESOURCES: • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE (ABCMS Provider Portal training), and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: MARIAM BOYD ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 93000104 Consultant: EMILY HARGROVE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2024 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 12/4/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 162 Time In: 09:48 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a Annual Compliance visit. The center's last annual compliance visit was completed on January 11, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed on April 22, 2024 earning a “Superior” classification and “0” demerits. The last satisfactory fire inspection was completed on September 4, 2024 and was approved for day care. The administrator L. Davis was present onsite today during the visit. T. McEhinney Lead Teacher assisted during the visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued August 2, 2019, earning 7 points in the Education Component, 7 points in the Program Component and 1 Quality point using the Education Option that 75% of all lead teachers have a AAS degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. This program consists of two (2) NC Pre-K classrooms, located on a public -school campus owned and operated by the Warren County School System. I observed the children playing in activity centers, participating in routines in the classroom, preparing for lunch, and handwashing and toileting procedures. Lunch consisted of: Filet of chicken on bun, sweet potato waffles, fruit, and milk. Teachers were nurturing and warm and responded to the children’s needs. 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. Fire inspection was conducted on 9-4-2024 and was not submitted to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) Violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by December 18, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Emily Hargrove, PO Box 1974, Henderson, NC 27536. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-214-8454 or emily.hargrove@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. GENERAL RULE REMINDERS: Child Care Licensing Requirements are established to ensure a safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate environment for all child care facilities. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all licensing requirements that apply for your center. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND CONSULTATION: Compliance History: Prior to today's visit, this facility has maintained an 18-month compliance score of 100%. CHILDREN AND STAFF RECORDS: Ten percent (10%) or more of children records were monitored. Children records reviewed, were in compliance. Other children’s files not reviewed should be monitored to ensure compliance for the same information. PROGRAM RECORDS: Fire Drills/Emergency Drills, Sanitation report, First Aid/CPR Poster, Playground Outdoor Inspections, EMC Plan and License were reviewed and current. You submitted sanitation inspection. FIRE INSPECTION: I reminded you that fire inspection must be submitted to DCDEE within one week of inspection date. Fire Inspection was submitted during the visit. STAFF RECORDS: Staff records were not monitored during this visit. Staff and training worksheet was not updated for this year. New administrative staff was not added to the staff and training work sheet and substitutes. Staff and training worksheet needs to be submitted by close of business day today. A other visit will be conducted on December 6, 2024. Administrative staff needs to complete the Preservice Requirements For Administrator of a Child Care Center. If any additional violations are warranted during the visit, they will be added to the visit summary during the visit. DCDEE WORKS: New staff that has not had their education evaluated will need to create a WORKS account by accessing our website under the provider tab, then click DCDEE WORKS. Once account is created, staff should upload or submit original transcripts or certificates to the division for evaluation of their education. Existing staff who has completed additional college course work should also upload and or submit new transcripts. Staff should also apply for what position they want to be evaluated for. (teacher, lead teacher, group leader, etc.) If you need assistance or have any questions, you should contact our workforce education unit. Get ready for the 3s (ECERS-3, ITERS-3, FCCERS-3) The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3 that starts February 1, 2025. Don't worry! Visit the Get ready for the 3s webpage to learn what's different and what you can do now to prepare. New resources have just been added. You'll find updated FAQs, factsheets, credit hour trainings, outreach assessment opportunities and more to help you become familiar with these tools. Until February 1, 2025, NCRLAP will use the Revised editions for official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License (for new licensees or upon request.) New feature links criminal background applications to facility North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training in Moodle—a video tutorial followed by a few questions. RESOURCES: • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care and new child care requirements, and how to create a DCDEE WORKS account can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ • North Carolina Risk Management Portal for EPR updates/review: https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/# • NC Child Care Health & Safety Resource Center If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-214-8454 or emily.hargrove@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809 or susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: MARIAM BOYD ELEMENTARY PRE-K Facility ID: 93000104 Consultant: EMILY HARGROVE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/7/2023 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 9/7/2023 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my routine unannounced visit was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. The center's last annual compliance visit was completed on February 8, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed on January 3, 2023 earning a “Superior” classification and “7” demerits. The last satisfactory fire inspection was completed on March 21, 2022 and was approved for day care. K. Davis, Administrator was present and assisted with today's visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued August 2, 2019, earning 7 points in the Education Component, 7 points in the Program Component and 1 Quality point using the Education Option that 75% of all lead teachers have a AAS degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. This program consists of two (2) NC Pre-K classrooms, located on a public -school campus owned and operated by the Warren County School System. I observed the children playing in activity centers, participating in routines in the classroom, fire drill practice, and transitioning to various activities. Teachers were nurturing and warm and responded to the children’s needs. 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. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) Violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by September 21, 2023, describing how and when the violations were corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Emily Hargrove, PO Box 1974, Henderson, NC 27536. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-214-8454 or emily.hargrove@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. GENERAL RULE REMINDERS: Child Care Licensing Requirements are established to ensure a safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate environment for all child care facilities. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all licensing requirements that apply for your center. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) website. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND CONSULTATION: Compliance History: Prior to today's visit, this facility has maintained an 18-month compliance score of 100%. MEDICATION: No Medication provided. TRANSPORTATION: No Transportation provided. PROGRAM RECORDS: Fire Drills/Emergency Drills, Sanitation report, First Aid/CPR Poster, Playground Outdoor Inspections, EMC Plan and License were reviewed and current. FIRE INSPECTION: We discussed the last fire inspection had expired on March 31, 2022. N. Baker, Pre-K Coordinator called fire inspector during the visit and was told that the fire inspector would not be back into the office on Monday, September 11, 2023 and that he would contact you to schedule fire inspection. DCDEE WORKS: New staff that has not had their education evaluated will need to create a WORKS account by accessing our website under the provider tab, then click DCDEE WORKS. Once account is created, staff should upload or submit original transcripts or certificates to the division for evaluation of their education. Existing staff who has completed additional college course work should also upload and or submit new transcripts. Staff should also apply for what position they want to be evaluated for. (teacher, lead teacher, group leader, etc.) If you need assistance or have any questions, you should contact our workforce education unit. NEW CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK LEGISLATIVE CHANGES: The 2022-2023 Appropriations Bill (HB 103) signed by Governor Cooper on July 11, 2022, made two important changes to North Carolina General Statute 110-90-2 regarding child care Criminal Background Checks. • The period for background check qualification renewals was revised from three years to five years. • The provisional qualification period was reduced to forty-five days. The Division intends to implement these changes as soon as possible. An individual’s current Qualification Letter will be extended 2 years for the total of 5 years. New Qualification Letters will not be generated. Individuals with a Provisional Qualification Letter will receive a Qualification Letter on the 45th day. Letters are generated in the Criminal Background Check portal. HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAININGS: Health and safety trainings are due every five (5) years. If any staff completed trainings in 2017, trainings will be due this year, 2022. I encourage staff to be intentional and start completing trainings. Health and safety trainings are now on MOODLE. There are a couple of ways for a student to access the health and safety training. • The enrollment process and completion of course materials tend to work best with a windows laptop or desktop using Firefox, but other devices and Google Chrome should also work. • From the Moodle home page, students need to log-in with their NCID and password. The log-in is in the upper right corner of the screen. • After log-in, the student should scroll to the bottom of the page. In the ‘Search courses’ box, the student should type in the short name “Year 2023 CCDF” and then click go. The student should not register for prior year courses as they are no longer available. • After completing the course search for “Year 2023 CCDF”, the student should be able to register for the course. • Once registered, the student will then need to use the “ADDITIONAL DIRECTIONS” for step-by-step instructions. Should a student encounter an issue, we are requesting they report the CCDF 2023 course issue (i.e. they are unable to complete the course evaluation or receive a training certificate), to the North Carolina Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center using the following link https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/contact-us-form/. Should the student need additional guidance with accessing the training, please refer them to Amia Eaton, Training and Program Development Consultant, at Amia.Eaton@dhhs.nc.gov or by telephone at 919-814-6365. N.C. Exemptions North Carolina law provides for two types of exemptions from required immunizations. They are medical and religious. Medical Exemption G.S.130A-156. Medical exemption. The Commission for Public Health shall adopt by rule medical contraindications to immunizations required by G.S. 130A-152. If a physician licensed to practice medicine in this State certifies that a required immunization is or may be detrimental to a person's health due to the presence of one of the contraindications adopted by the Commission, the person is not required to receive the specified immunization as long as the contraindication persists. The State Health Director may, upon request by a physician licensed to practice medicine in this State, grant a medical exemption to a required immunization for a contraindication not on the list adopted by the Commission. Medical exemptions can only be requested by a physician licensed to practice medicine in North Carolina. If a physician determines the need to request a medical exemption from a required immunization for a patient and needs assistance, they should contact the North Carolina Immunization Branch at (919) 707-5550. * (08/03/2020)Revised Medical Exemption Statement and Physician’s Request for Medical Exemption Forms Memo * Medical Exemption (PDF, 170 KB) (DHHS 3987) Use this form for true contraindications, i.e. those recognized by the Commission for Public Health. * Physician’s Request for Medical Exemption (PDF, 136 KB) (DHHS 3995) Use this form for contraindications not recognized by the Commission for Public Health. Religious Exemption G.S.130A-157. Religious exemption If the bona fide religious beliefs of an adult or the parent, guardian or person in loco parentis of a child are contrary to the immunization requirements contained in this Part, the adult or the child shall be exempt from the requirements. Upon submission of a written statement of the bona fide religious beliefs and opposition to the immunization requirements, the person may attend the college, university, school or facility without presenting a certificate of immunization. There is no form for requesting religious exemptions in North Carolina. To claim a religious exemption, the parent or person requesting the exemption must write a statement of their religious objection to immunization, including the name and date of birth of the person for whom the exemption is being requested. This statement would then be provided to schools, child care programs, camps, etc. in place of an immunization record. If a family is requesting a religious exemption for more than one child, a separate statement should be prepared for each child. Statements of religious objection to immunization do not need to be notarized, signed by a religious leader, or prepared by an attorney. They do not need to be submitted to the state for review or approval. Personal Belief 10A NCAC 41A .0403 Non-Religious Personal Belief No Exemption: Except as provided in G.S. 130A-156 and G.S. 130A-157, and 10A NCAC 41A .0404 and .0405, no child shall be exempt from the requirements of 10A NCAC 41 .0401; there is no exception to these requirements for the case of a personal belief or philosophy of a parent or guardian not founded upon a religious belief. FLEXIBILITY IN POLICY AND REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS: All flexibilities expired October 15, 2021, with the exception of the flexibilities related to the star rated license, sanitation, and fire inspections. PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. CHILD CARE HEALTH CONSULTANT: I also encourage you to contact Kathy Vick, Child Care Health Consultant at 252-537-5621 (kvick@hwss.org). Ms. Vick can provide assistance regarding applicable health and safety practices as they relate to COVID-19, (Coronavirus). If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-214-8454 or emily.hargrove@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809 or susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. RESOURCES: • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care and new child care requirements, and how to create a DCDEE WORKS account can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ • North Carolina Risk Management Portal for EPR updates/review: https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/# • NC Child Care Health & Safety Resource Center GETTING HELP WITH CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS: The Healthy Social Behaviors in Child Care Centers Project (HSB) provides ideas to create a learning environment that can assist in preventing challenging behaviors. They provide free technical assistance, professional development, and they offer a variety of additional resources. For additional information on the Healthy Social Behaviors Project or to view a current listing of scheduled trainings, browse the NC Child Care Resource & Referral Council website. For information about Pyramid Model CEU-level trainings, contact the HSB Education Specialist, Liz Tuttle at etuttle@childcareresourcesinc.org. To obtain a Request for TA Services, contact your local Behavior Specialist or email the Statewide Project Manager, Smokie Brawley, at sbrawley@childcareresourcesinc.org. 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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