8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

The child(ren) in the Preschool classroom(s) was/were left unattended when an educator left for a break. **Child was left unattended when going indoors to get a drink of water. Director has put in place that classrooms will keep a log of when children go inside and with whom. Director stated that she has talked with her staff regarding the unattended incident. Compliance officer will review face to name logs during 30 day follow up.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS

Of the 5 children's records reviewed, 2 is/are missing the name and telephone number of a physician or emergency medical center authorized by a parent or guardian to contact in case of illness or emergency. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information. *2 children (S.K & D.P) Director will get the information from the families and have them complete the missing information from the enrollment form. 11/25/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 6 Living Hope Montessori 4000055 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Dec 23, 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. *1 staff Director stated that staff have been having issues with logging into Quorum for their training certificates. Director stated that staff member has completed the H&S training and once she can log in, she will email certificates to be in compliance.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 23, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · C STAFF/CHILD RATIOS AND GROUP SIZES

The center failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. 1 out of 1 classrooms failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. Director will have educators place the # of children allowed in each learning area. West Preschool 8.9.4.23.C.2.:The number of children who may be in a group and the number of caregivers is specified in Paragraph (1) of Subsection C of 8.9.4.23 NMAC. More than one group of children may occupy a room, provided the following conditions are met: Finding The center failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. 1 out of 1 classrooms failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. Corrective Action Plan Director will have educators place the # of children allowed in each learning area. 11/25/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 6 Living Hope Montessori 4000055 Services and Care of Children in Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Dec 23, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING

The garbage/refuse receptacle being used in the west preschool restroom does not have a tight fitting lid. **CORRECTED ON SITE** Director had educators place a lid on the trashcan in the restroom.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 25, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · H SAFETY COMPLIANCE

The center does not have verification of an annual fire inspection from the fire authority having jurisdiction. *Last fire inspection posted was completed on 6/2023 Director mentioned that the fire inspection was completed but due to internet issues she cannot print the inspection. Director stated that she will email the fire inspection to compliance officer.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 23, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

The child(ren) in the Preschool classroom(s) was/were left unattended when classroom was going inside from outdoor play. **Child was left outdoors on playground unattended for less than 30 seconds. Director and all staff will be required to complete the following trainings within 30-days of this signed survey: - Child Care Licensing Regulations: Back to Basics (nmels.org)

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS

Of the 6 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing information on allergies or medical conditions. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information. Director will correct this immediately 05/15/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 7 Living Hope Montessori 4000055 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS

From the review of staff records, it was determined that 3 out of 3 staff records does/do not include dates of hire and termination. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with this missing information. Director will ensure that the records reflect the DOH and complete this during the employment process

Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 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 TrainingCovid 19 2 new educators need to complete these trainings Director is going to have the educators complete these right away and will ensure that new hires complete in a timely manner

Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · C ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INFANTS AND TODDLERS

Center did not provide an evacuation crib. Center DOES have an evacuation crib however it was being used as storage. Educators were advised to remove contents and not use this as storage. CORRECTED ON SITE

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · I EQUIPMENT AND PROGRAM

The center does not provide children in the Preschool class room(s) sufficient equipment for individaul activities so that at any one time each child can be individually involved. The observed head count on the playground during inspection was 16 preschoolers. The toys and equipment were not sufficient for the amount of children for this age group. Director will provide more age appropriate toys and equipment for the children to utilize on the playground.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.25 · D KITCHENS

The bottles of infant formula or breast milk brought from home for children in the 18 mo. - 35 mo., Toddler - (12 - 24 mo.), Infant - (6 wk. - 12 mo.) class room(s) are not labeled. The cups and bottles brought from home were not labeled Educators CORRECTED ON SITE. Educators will ensure that the names, if washed off, will be rewritten on cups

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING

The garbage/refuse receptacle being used in the preschool classes does not have a tight fitting lid. Educator did have a lid and CORRECTED ON SITE. TA was given regarding the trashcan requirements 05/15/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 5 of 7 Living Hope Montessori 4000055 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

Water coming from a faucet is above 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temp was 111 degrees. Director will have this corrected right away and ensure that the proper temp is kept at all times.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · G TOILET AND BATHING FACILITIES

The toilet room for 2 yr. old class room(s) is missing toilet paper. Educator CORRECTED ON SITE. Educators will ensure that labels are kept on

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 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 March. Director acknowledged that this was missed and will make sure these are scheduled and not missed moving forward. 8.9.4.29.H.1.:A center will conduct emergency preparedness practice drills at least quarterly beginning January of each calendar year. Finding The center failed to conduct an emergency preparedness practice drills for at least once a quarter. Corrective Action Plan Director was given TA regarding the requirements for these drills and them being done separately from the fire drills 05/15/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 6 of 7 Living Hope Montessori 4000055 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · B STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

From the review of staff records, it was determined that 7 out of 14 staff does/do not have documentation of the 45-hour entry level course or an approved equivalent prior to or within six months of employment. All educators are currently working on completing the course. Director is providing updates on their progress weekly and will continue to do so until all have completed the course. Services and Care of Children in Centers: 8.9.4.24 A1 GUIDANCE N/A 8.9.4.24 E ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS N/A 8.9.4.24 F ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR NIGHT CARE N/A 8.9.4.24 L FIELD TRIPS N/A Food Service Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.25 C MENUS N/A Health and Safety Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.26 B FIRST AID REQUIREMENTS N/A 8.9.4.26 C MEDICATION N/A Transportation Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.28 A-H TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS N/A Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.29 A HOUSEKEEPING N/A 8.9.4.29 B PEST CONTROL N/A 8.9.4.29 C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS N/A 8.9.4.29 H SAFETY COMPLIANCE N/A 02/20/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 4 Living Hope Montessori 4000055 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: (continued) 8.9.4.29 H3 (F)(I)(J)(K)(L) SAFETY COMPLIANCE N/A 8.9.4.29 I SMOKING, FIREARMS, ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, ILLEGAL DRUGS AND CONTROLLED N/A SUBSTANCES 8.9.4.29 J PETS N/A Additional Comments This is a secondary follow up to the annual inspection. Center has had educators actively working on completing the 45 hour course. 3 are working on completing the first part and the other 4 are waiting to hear about instructions for Part 2. Director is staying in touch with licensing providing updates/certificates as the educators complete courses. Director will continue this until all educator's have completed the course is full. A site visit was not conducted for this follow up. Signatures Please Note: Per ECECD regulation NMAC 8.9.4, failure to comply with the corrective action plans noted above, may result in further action taken against the licensee. Surveyor: Shannon Mikesell Facility Representative: HOBAN, CAROLANN 02/20/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 4

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · D FAMILY HANDBOOK

Center failed to submit changes to licensing authority within 30 days, obtain parent or guardian signature acknowledging the updates within 30 days. ***The center failed to notify parents about an updated illness policy in the family handbook; the director made the update on 01/09/2024.*** ***The director has begun the process of providing the updated family handbook to families.*** The director will notify the parents in writing when any updates are done to the family handbook before such policies are implemented. The director will have documentation of any communication between the center and the families. 01/19/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 4 Living Hope Montessori 4000055 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued) 8.9.4.22 E CHILDREN'S RECORDS N/A 8.9.4.22 F PERSONNEL RECORDS N/A 8.9.4.22 G PERSONNEL HANDBOOK N/A Personnel and Staffing Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.23 A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS N/A 8.9.4.23 B STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING N/A Services and Care of Children in Centers: 8.9.4.24 A1 GUIDANCE N/A 8.9.4.24 D DIAPERING AND TOILETING N/A 8.9.4.24 E ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS N/A 8.9.4.24 F ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR NIGHT CARE N/A 8.9.4.24 I EQUIPMENT AND PROGRAM N/A 8.9.4.24 J OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS N/A 8.9.4.24 K SWIMMING, WADING AND WATER N/A 8.9.4.24 L FIELD TRIPS N/A Food Service Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.25 A MEAL PATTERN REQUIREMENTS N/A 8.9.4.25 B MEALS AND SNACKS N/A 8.9.4.25 C MENUS N/A 8.9.4.25 D KITCHENS N/A Health and Safety Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.26 A HYGIENE N/A 8.9.4.26 B FIRST AID REQUIREMENTS N/A 8.9.4.26 C MEDICATION N/A Transportation Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.28 A-H TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS N/A 01/19/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 4 Living Hope Montessori 4000055 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: 8.9.4.29 A HOUSEKEEPING N/A 8.9.4.29 B PEST CONTROL N/A 8.9.4.29 C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS N/A 8.9.4.29 D WATER AND WASTE N/A 8.9.4.29 E LIGHTING, LIGHTING FIXTURES AND ELECTRICAL N/A 8.9.4.29 G TOILET AND BATHING FACILITIES N/A 8.9.4.29 H SAFETY COMPLIANCE N/A 8.9.4.29 H3 (F)(I)(J)(K)(L) SAFETY COMPLIANCE N/A 8.9.4.29 I SMOKING, FIREARMS, ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, ILLEGAL DRUGS AND CONTROLLED N/A SUBSTANCES 8.9.4.29 J PETS N/A Additional Comments Survey in reference to substantiated complaint received on 01/04/2024. Areas marked N/A are not part of the survey. The director has contacted the New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department's Chief Health Officer for guidance regarding the modifications to the illness policy for having high risk children and staff in the classrooms. Signatures Please Note: Per ECECD regulation NMAC 8.9.4, failure to comply with the corrective action plans noted above, may result in further action taken against the licensee. Surveyor: Joanna Ramirez Facility Representative: HOBAN, CAROLANN 01/19/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 4

Corrected Corrected by Feb 19, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · B STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

From the review of staff records, it was determined that 7 out of 14 staff does/do not have documentation of the 45-hour entry level course or an approved equivalent prior to or within six months of employment. ****The director emailed her corrective action plan for her staff and will need additional time for new classes to begin*** The director will submit a status update to licensing for each staff within thirty days of this survey.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS

Of the 5 children's records reviewed, 4 is/are missing the date the child first attended the center. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information and/or authorization.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS

From the review of staff records, it was determined that 2 out of 14 staff records does/do not include documentation of current first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation training. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff without verification of training. The staff will complete a course for the training and submit the certification by email to licensing.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · B STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

From the review of staff records, it was determined that 7 out of 14 staff does/do not have documentation of the 45-hour entry level course or an approved equivalent prior to or within six months of employment. Note: Two staff are waiting to be evaluated in the classroom to complete the course. The center director will submit a corrective action plan for each staff member that requires the training of completion. The plan must be submitted within 10 business days of this survey.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 1, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · D DIAPERING AND TOILETING

The diaper changing surface in the Infant - (6 wk. - 12 mo.) class room(s) is not waterproof. The white changing plastic mat has cracks on it. The center will replace the mat with a new one. The center will inspect the mats more frequently. 8.9.4.24.D.4.:An educator will change a child’s diaper on a clean, safe, waterproof surface and discard any disposable cover and disinfect the surface after each diaper change. Finding The diaper changing surface in the Toddler - (12 - 24 mo.) class room(s) is unclean. There is dirt underneath the changing mat. Corrective Action Plan Corrected on site: The center will clean the table underneath the mat. 8.9.4.24 E ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS N/A 8.9.4.24 F ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR NIGHT CARE N/A

Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING

The equipment are not in good repair as evidenced by by tears and cracks on the yellow squar floor .. The center will replace the mat or remove it from the classroom. 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 toys in the outside play area are not clean as evidenced by dirty hand grips on the bikes. Corrective Action Plan The center will clean and disinfect all outside toys. Note: The center did clean the bikes that the children are using in the front part of the playground.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.