8.9.4.24 · D DIAPERING AND TOILETING

A staff member did not wash their hands after changing a diaper in the infant room. Additionally, the educator did not wipe down the infants hands after the diaper change. Immediate Action: On 7/24/2025 all educators in the center will be reminded to wash their hands after each diaper change. Educators will also be reminded to ensure children are washing their hands as well. Preventative Action: On or before 7/24/2025, the director will seek out additional education for educators and will post a sign to remind educators to wash hands after each diaper change as well as ensuring children are washing their hands as well. Compliance Monitoring: On or after 7/24/2025, the director will observe bathroom breaks in all classrooms to ensure that proper procedures are being followed.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · H3 (F)(I)(J)(K)(L) SAFETY COMPLIANCE

An evacuation plan is not posted in the 3 yr. old room(s) used by children. 07/24/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 6 NUMC New Beginnings 4002123 Preschool Classroom (continued) Immediate Action: On 7/24/2025, the director will print out and hang missing evacuation plan. Preventative Action: On 7/24/2025, the director will have this added to each classroom daily checklist. Compliance Monitoring: On or after 7/24/2025, the director will review classroom checklists every other day and address any concerns noted. Compliance Monitoring; School Age Classroom 8.9.4.29.H.3.:A center: Finding An evacuation plan is not posted. Corrective Action Plan Immediate Action: On 7/24/2025, the director will print out and hang missing evacuation plan. Preventative Action: On 7/24/2025, the director will have this added to each classroom daily checklist. Compliance Monitoring: On or after 7/24/2025, the director will review classroom checklists every other day and address any concerns noted.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.28 · A-J TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS

The vehicle used for transporting children has a cracked windshield and the rear passenger bucket seat has some loose plastic covers under the seat that are broken and unattached to the seat. 1. On 12/18/2024, the Director will submit a maintenance request to have the windshield replaced and the plastic around the rear passenger seat reattached. 2. As of 01/01/2025, the Director will have inspection sheets for pre trip and post trip inspections. 3. As of 01/01/2025, the Director will monitor the checklist daily and maintain all repairs as needed. Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Jan 18, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING

The ventilation and lights are not in good repair as evidenced by the lights and ventilation systems are not working in the second afterschool bathroom. 1. On 12/18/2024, the Director will put in a maintenance request for the repair of the lights and ventilation system. 2. As of January 1, 2025, the Director will add this to the opening and closing checklist. This will help remind educators to ensure that all systems are working properly. 3. As of January 1, 2025, the director will review the checklists daily and submit any repairs to maintenance immediately. Outdoor Play 8.9.4.29.A.1.:A center will keep the premises, including furniture, fixtures, floors, drinking fountains, toys and equipment clean, safe, and in good repair. The center and premises will be free of debris and potential hazards. Finding The area leading up to the afterschool playground contains animal excrement. Corrective Action Plan 1. On 12/18/2024 the Director will have maintenance remove the animal feces around the playground area. 2. As of 01/01/2025, this will be added to the opening and closing checklist. 3. As of 01/01/2025, the Director will review completed checklists to ensure that all areas of concern are addressed. 12/18/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 5 NUMC New Beginnings 4002123 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Jan 18, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · J OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS

The fall zone underneath the swings is not adequate as evidenced by the energy absorbent material is not deep enough. 1. On 05/30/2024 the manager will submit a maintenance request to make sure there are enough wood chips to cover the ground underneath the swings. 2. As of 05/31/2024, fall zones will be checked by teachers and maintenance department to ensure that this is something that is maintained. 3. As of 05/31/2024, the playground safety checklist will be reviewed by the manager every week. The manager will also have the maintenance department check this as well. The manager will start by checking the lists weekly and then will move to a monthly check.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

Water coming from a faucet is above 110 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. On 05/30/2024 the manager will do a maintenance request to have them change the temperature. 2. As of 05/31/2024 the center will purchase a temperature gauge to ensure that the water stays below 110 degrees. This will also be put on the morning checklist. 3. As of 05/31/2024 the manager will check the checklists weekly to ensure that the water temperature is being observed and that it remains under 110 degrees. Should the water go over 110 degrees the manager will address the issue and request maintenance to adjust. 05/30/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 5 NUMC New Beginnings 4002123 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · E LIGHTING, LIGHTING FIXTURES AND ELECTRICAL

Electrical outlets within reach of children in the Pre-K classroom are not safety outlets and they do not have protective covers. 1. On 05/30/2024 the manager will replace all missing plug covers in the Pre-K classroom and will check the rest of the building as well. 2. As of 05/31/2024 this will be put on the morning checklist for teachers to review before children are in the building. 3. As of 05/31/2024 the manager will go into each classroom daily to make sure that each outlet is covered. This will prevent any injuries from occurring involving an outlet.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS

Of the 4 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing a copy of an up-to-date immunization record or public health division approved exemption. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with no immunization/exemption. The manager will get with the parent and request a current copy of the updated immunization record. The manager will ensure that all children's files are up to date with the most current information. 12/13/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 8 NUMC New Beginnings 4002123 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS

The center failed to have 8 out of 8 person(s) providing care to sign an annual statement that they have, or have never had, an arrest or substantiated referral to a child protective services agency. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with this missing information. The manager will have this completed today. The manager will set a reminder on her computer to update this document yearly.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · B STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

Educators did not complete the following training within 3-months: Health and Safety Training. The manager will get with the educator to see if she has completed the trainings. If the educator does not have the Health & Safety training complete, she will have the educator sign up and complete the course. The manager will monitor the employee files to make sure they are completing all of the necessary trainings.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · G PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

Functional identifiable learning areas are provided in the classrooms, but they are not labeled and there is no capacity posted in each center. The manager is printing out the capacity and learning centers and will laminate and post today. Going forward, the manager will make sure those signs are posted and do a visual check daily. The educators in the classroom will also check that the signs are up and will let the manager know when and if they need replaced. School Age Classroom 8.9.4.24.G.1.:Environment shall be organized into age appropriate functional identifiable learning areas. If any of the selected learning areas are not represented at a given time, the areas shall be rotated to provide children with the opportunity to gain skills supported by a variety of learning experiences. The areas may include: Finding Functional identifiable learning areas are provided in the classroom, but they are not labeled and not capacity is posted for each center. Corrective Action Plan The manager is printing out the capacity and learning center signs. She will post and laminate them today. Going forward, the manager will make sure those signs are posted and do a visual check daily. The educators in the classroom will also check that the signs are up and will let the manager know when and if they need replaced.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.28 · A-H TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS

Transportation log does not include names of children, does not include drop off times of all children being transported, does not include pick up times for all children being transported. The manager will adjust the current spreadsheet to include each child's name and drop off and pick up times. The current sheet does not include all of this information. The manager will send to licensing the checklist for the next two weeks to make sure it is being done correctly. 8.9.4.28.A.:When a center provides transportation to children, it is responsible for the care of children from the time of pick up to delivery to a responsible adult. All vehicles used for transportation of children will have an operable fully- charged fire extinguisher, first-aid kit, first-aid manual, water and blanket. 12/13/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 5 of 8 NUMC New Beginnings 4002123 Admin/Licensure (continued) Finding A vehicle used for transporting children is not equipped with an operable fire extinguisher. Corrective Action Plan The manager will see that the transportation van includes a fire extinguisher. The manager will send the request to maintenance to go across the street to purchase one and put it in the van before the van is used for pick up this afternoon. Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING

The ceiling tiles are not in good repair as evidenced by water stains. The manager will send a maintenance request to replace the tiles. The manager will ask the maintenance crew to come in monthly to inspect the tiles and make sure they are all in good condition and there are no leaks or water stains. Outdoor Play 8.9.4.29.A.1.:A center will keep the premises, including furniture, fixtures, floors, drinking fountains, toys and equipment clean, safe, and in good repair. The center and premises will be free of debris and potential hazards. Finding The fixtures in the playground area are not safe in that a cement fire pit is accessible to children. Although the fire pit is not in use, it's cement structure is a tripping hazard and presents a potential risk for injury with its sharp edges. Corrective Action Plan The manager will send a maintenance request to build a cover for the fire pit. During the weekly playground inspections, educators will take note if the cover is still on and in good repair.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · H SAFETY COMPLIANCE

The center failed to conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of September, October, November. The manager will do a fire drill today and will send that to licensing. The manager will set reminders on her phone to make sure those are done monthly. 8.9.4.29.H.3.e.:a center shall request an annual fire inspection from the fire authority having jurisdiction over the center; if the policy of the fire authority having jurisdiction does not provide for an annual inspection of the center, the center must document the date the request was made and to whom; a copy of the latest inspection must be posted in the center; Finding The center does not have verification of an annual fire inspection from the fire authority having jurisdiction. Corrective Action Plan The manager will contact the fire department to schedule an inspection as soon as possible. The manager will set reminders to have these inspections done yearly.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.