8.9.4.21 · A LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

The licensee did not obtain background checks on all staff members, educators, volunteers, and prospective staff as per the requirements outlined in the department's most current version of the Background Check and Employment History Verification provisions. Immediate- On 01/30/2026 director corrected onsite by sending home staff member with no background check. Preventive- On or before 02/02/2026 director will have proof of background check on file. Monitoring-Director reviews Epics for expirations Bamboo will send notifications

Corrected Corrected by Feb 2, 2026

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS

Of the 15 children's records reviewed, 7 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. Immediate- On 01/30/2026 director stated she will ask parents for an updated immunization record. Preventive - On or before 02/27/2026 director will have updated immunizations on file. Monitoring- Director will do monthly checks on immunization records on children's files.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS

From the review of staff records, it was determined that 11 out of 32 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. Immediate- On 01/30/2026 director will have staff missing first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation enroll in a training. Preventive- On or before 02/27/2026 director will have proof of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation training on file. Monitoring- Director will be checking on bamboo app for notifications of expired first aid and cpr. 01/30/2026 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 7 SpringStone Montessori School 4000283 Personnel (continued) 8.9.4.22.F.1.:A licensee shall keep and maintain a complete up-to-date file in ECECD’s professional development information system (PDIS), for each staff member, including substitutes and volunteers working more than six hours of any week and having direct contact with the children. If the center chooses to retain duplicate physical copies of these records, these records shall be stored in a secure location for the privacy of the staff members. New information shall be updated in a timely manner in PDIS. Providers will have six months to comply from the date these regulations are promulgated. Records shall contain at a minimum the following: Finding From the review of staff records, it was determined that 9 out of 32 staff does/do not have complete information required in 8.9.4.22F.(1)(a) as follows: the staff name, address and telephone number. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with missing information. Corrective Action Plan Immediate- On 01/30/2026 Director corrected onsite Preventive- Director will review pro care for computer glitches Monitoring- Director will review quarterly to ensure compliance.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026

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: [ 8 ]Health and Safety Training (11 out of 32 Staff) Immediate: Director will meet with educators who need to finish all required training. Preventative: Director will use Bamboo dating system to set dates to receives dates for expiration. Monitoring: Director will use Bamboo dating system to set dates to receives dates for expiration.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · D DIAPERING AND TOILETING

The diaper changing surface is unclean. Immediate- On 01/30/2026 director corrected onsite by having staff clean under diaper changing mat. Preventive - Director update classroom log to clean under diaper changing mat. Monitoring - Director will check on logs weekly.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 30, 2026

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.26 · C MEDICATION

Medication was observed in the center that does not have a label with the child's name and the date the medication was brought to the center. Immediate On 01/30/2026 director stated she will inform the parents medications must be label with child's name and the date the medication was brought to the center. Preventive On or before 02/27/2026 Director will have labels for all medications brough to the center. Monitoring- No longer accepting medication with no label Illness Requirements for Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · C POLICY AND PROCEDURES

The center did not have available for review written policies and procedures covering, evidence by educator using personal cell phone to take pictures of children. and sending the pictures to inmates. Immediately: The educator was terminated on 5/14/25. And the Assistant Directo reported it to licensing, and all the parents in the infant room. 5/15/25 Preventive: The Assistant Director had a meeting with all staff. Reminded all educators about confidentiality, cell phone policy and job duties. Monitoring: The Assistant Director will conduct daily walk throughs weekly to ensure no cell phones are being used. 08/01/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 5 SpringStone Montessori School 4000283 Personnel (continued) Monitoring: The Assistant Director conducted daily walk throughs to ensure no cell phones were being used.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 1, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

The educator does not demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the safety of children in care. Immediately: The educator was terminated. 5/14/25 Preventive: The Assistant Director had a meeting with all staff. Reminded all educators about confidentiality, cell phone policy and job duties. Monitoring: The Assistant Director conducted daily walk throughs to ensure no cell phones are being used. 08/01/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 5 SpringStone Montessori School 4000283 Personnel and Staffing Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Sep 1, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS

Of the 15 children's records reviewed, 5 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. Immediate: On 6/13/25 The director asked HR to verify employee files and will ensure updated information gets 06/13/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 8 SpringStone Montessori School 4000283 Admin/Licensure (continued) entered in Bamboo. Preventative: The director will ensure the first week of employment files gets entered on Bamboo. Monitoring: The director will use Bamboo notifications as a reminder. 8.9.4.22.E.:CHILDREN’S RECORDS: A center will maintain a complete record for each child, including drop-ins, completed before the child is admitted. Records will be kept at the center for 12 months after the child’s last day of attendance. Records will contain at least: Finding Of the 15 children's records reviewed, 2 is/are missing the name and telephone number of two people in the local area to contact in an emergency when a parent or guardian cannot be reached. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: On 6/13/2025 This was CORRECTED ON SITE. The director added emergency contacts in children's file. Preventative: The administrator will cross reference within the first week of the enrollment. Monitoring: The director will use Bamboo notifications as a reminder.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS

From the review of staff records, it was determined that 5 out of 3 staff records does/do not include employment history verification. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with this missing information. Immediate: On 6/13/25 The director asked HR to verify employee history and update Bamboo. Preventative: The director will ensure the first week of employment references gets entered on Bamboo. Monitoring: The director will use Bamboo notifications as a reminder. 8.9.4.22.F.1.:A licensee will keep a complete file for each staff member, including substitutes and volunteers working more than six hours of any week and having direct contact with the children. A center will keep the file for one year after the staff member’s last day of employment. Records will contain at least the following: Finding From the review of staff records, it was determined that 5 out of 1 staff records does/do not include an emergency contact number. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with this missing information. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: On 6/13/25 The director asked HR to verify employee files and will ensure updated information gets entered in Bamboo. Preventative: The director will ensure the first week of employment files gets entered on Bamboo. 06/13/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 8 SpringStone Montessori School 4000283 Personnel (continued) Monitoring: The director will use Bamboo notifications as a reminder. 8.9.4.22.F.1.:A licensee will keep a complete file for each staff member, including substitutes and volunteers working more than six hours of any week and having direct contact with the children. A center will keep the file for one year after the staff member’s last day of employment. Records will contain at least the following: Finding From the review of staff records, it was determined that 5 out of 3 staff records does/do not include a professional development plan based on seven areas of competency. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff who need a current plan. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: On 6/13/25 The director asked HR to verify employee files and will ensure updated information gets entered in Bamboo. Preventative: The director will ensure the first week of employment files gets entered on Bamboo. Monitoring: The director will use Bamboo notifications as a reminder. 8.9.4.22.F.1.:A licensee will keep a complete file for each staff member, including substitutes and volunteers working more than six hours of any week and having direct contact with the children. A center will keep the file for one year after the staff member’s last day of employment. Records will contain at least the following: Finding From the review of staff records, it was determined that 5 out of 5 staff records does/do not include documentation of training by date, time, hours and area of competency or a training certificate. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with missing documentation. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: On 6/13/25 The director asked HR to verify employee files and will ensure updated information gets entered in Bamboo. Preventative: The director will ensure the first week of employment files gets entered on Bamboo. Monitoring: The director will use Bamboo notifications as a reminder.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.25 · D KITCHENS

A food is not properly stored; the item is not labeled and dated. Immediate: 6/13/25 this was CORRECTED ON SITE the kitchen staff added labeled food items: Preventative: The director will use the kitchen check list as a monitoring tool weekly. Monitoring: The director will keep the checklist on hand and post it on the bulletin as a reminder.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING

The premises are not in good repair as evidenced by peeling painting on wood play structure. Immediate: 6/14/25 The maintenance will paint play structures this weekend. Preventative: The director will add peeling paint to Base Camp check list. Monitoring: The director will check Base Camp monthly.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · E LIGHTING, LIGHTING FIXTURES AND ELECTRICAL

Electrical outlets within reach of children in the Juniper class are not safety outlets and they do not have protective covers. Immediate: 6/13/25 this was CORRECTED ON SITE the director added outlets covers. Preventative: The director will add outlets to maintenance checklist and this is done daily. Monitoring: The director will have staff add the classroom checklist to Base camp to be reviewed monthly. 2 -4 years Cedar 06/13/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 6 of 8 SpringStone Montessori School 4000283

Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · E LIGHTING, LIGHTING FIXTURES AND ELECTRICAL (continued)

Electrical outlets within reach of children in the Cedar class are not safety outlets and they do not have protective covers. Immediate: 6/13/25 this was CORRECTED ON SITE the director added outlets covers. Preventative: The director will add outlets to maintenance checklist and this is done daily. Monitoring: The director will have staff add the classroom checklist to Base camp to be reviewed monthly. 12m-24m Toddler Pine 8.9.4.29.E.3.b.:All electrical outlets within reach of children will be safety outlets or will have protective covers. Finding Electrical outlets within reach of children in the Pine class are not safety outlets and they do not have protective covers. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: 6/13/25 this was CORRECTED ON SITE the director added outlets covers. Preventative: The director will add outlets to maintenance checklist and this is done daily. Monitoring: The director will have staff add the classroom checklist to Base camp to be reviewed monthly. 12m-23m Toddler Oak 8.9.4.29.E.3.b.:All electrical outlets within reach of children will be safety outlets or will have protective covers. Finding Electrical outlets within reach of children in the Oak class are not safety outlets and they do not have protective covers. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: 6/13/25 this was CORRECTED ON SITE the director added outlets covers. Preventative: The director will add outlets to maintenance checklist and this is done daily. Monitoring: The director will have staff add the classroom checklist to Base camp to be reviewed monthly. 3-5 year Maple Preschool 8.9.4.29.E.3.b.:All electrical outlets within reach of children will be safety outlets or will have protective covers. Finding Electrical outlets within reach of children in the Maple class are not safety outlets and they do not have protective covers. 06/13/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 7 of 8 SpringStone Montessori School 4000283 3-5 year Maple Preschool (continued) Corrective Action Plan Immediate: 6/13/25 this was CORRECTED ON SITE the director added outlets covers. Preventative: The director will add outlets to maintenance checklist and this is done daily. Monitoring: The director will have staff add the classroom checklist to Base camp to be reviewed monthly. 3-5 year Preschool Willow 8.9.4.29.E.3.b.:All electrical outlets within reach of children will be safety outlets or will have protective covers. Finding Electrical outlets within reach of children in the Willow class are not safety outlets and they do not have protective covers. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: 6/13/25 this was CORRECTED ON SITE the director added outlets covers. Preventative: The director will add outlets to maintenance checklist and this is done daily. Monitoring: The director will have staff add the classroom checklist to Base camp to be reviewed monthly.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025

8.9.4.24 · D DIAPERING AND TOILETING

A staff member in the Toddler - (12 - 24 mo.) Oak room(s) did not wear non-porous, single-use gloves when changing a diaper. 1. On 5/7/25, the Director spoke with the Educator and remind them of the proper diaper changing process. THIS WAS CORRECTED ONSITE. Licensing conduct will onsite follow-up by 6/7/25 to verify. 2. Effective immediately, the Director will speak with all 5 classes 1 s that change diapers and meet with them regarding the proper diaper changing process. The Director will check in on each classroom once a week to ensure diaper changes are done properly.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · I EQUIPMENT AND PROGRAM

The center did not post the daily activity schedule. In the Aspen classroom. The director will have educators post the daily schedule today. The director will remind the educators to put the daily schedule after they change things around in classroom. The director will address it at the next staff meeting as well.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.25 · D KITCHENS

The refrigerator in the infant room does not have a working thermometer. The director will purchase a thermometer for the infant room's refrigerator. The director will have the educators check the refrigerator weekly to ensure the thermometer is in the refrigerator. The director will check the infant room monthly to ensure compliance.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · G TOILET AND BATHING FACILITIES

The toilet room for Infant - (6 wk. - 12 mo.) infant room(s) is missing disposable towels. The director will have the staff restock paper towels today. The director will remind the openers and closers to restock missing items in the classroom. The director will check classrooms weekly to ensure compliance.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · A ADMINISTRATIVE RECORDS

The center failed to display in a prominent place that is readily visible to parents, staff and visitors the most recent licensing survey. 7/22/24- The director will print survey and post. 8/22/24- The director prints survey after inspection and will continue to do so after receiving.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 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) of (2) staff missing 7/22/24- The director has notified the employee that the Health and Safety training is needed. 8/22/24- The director has a digital checklist which shows what educators need. The director will continue to follow due dates provided by digital system.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · D DIAPERING AND TOILETING

A staff member in the Infant - (6 wk. - 12 mo.) class room(s) did not wash their hands after changing a diaper. Educator did not take off/change soiled gloves when putting on clean diaper. 7/22/24- The director will touch base with all of the visiting teachers to recap the day and post processes/procedures for a visual reminder due to the visiting teachers not being the classrooms all of the time. 8/22/24- The director will conduct observations of classroom to ensure that all staff are following proper procedures. The director will retrain staff on proper handwashing procedures. 07/22/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 7 SpringStone Montessori School 4000283 Services and Care of Children in Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING

The premises in the classroom are not safe in that cords to fan and extension cord to iPad is hanging, accessible to children. 7/22/24- The director will notify all staff that cords cannot left out within reach of children. 8/22/24- The director will add to monthly checklist to ensure cords are not being left out. Cedar Classroom 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 premises are not in good repair as evidenced by wall/paint peeling by Housekeeping area. Corrective Action Plan 7/22/24- The director will work with maintenance to repair wall. 8/22/24- The director will work with staff on reminders if any maintenance needs to be done in the classroom as well as use the monthly checklist. Maple Classroom 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 premises in the cubby area are not safe in that staff purses/belongings are kept out in reach of children. Corrective Action Plan 7/22/24- The director will see if staff can make space in cabinets for personal belongings. 8/22/24- The director will make sure all classrooms have space in cabinets for personal belongings to be kept out of reach of children. 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 premises are not in good repair as evidenced by wall/paint peeling by circle time area. Corrective Action Plan 7/22/24- The director will work with maintenance to repair wall. 8/22/24- The director will work with staff on reminders if any maintenance needs to be done in the classroom as well as use the monthly checklist. 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. 07/22/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 5 of 7 SpringStone Montessori School 4000283 Maple Classroom (continued) Finding The vents has a heavy accumulation of dust. Corrective Action Plan 7/22/24- The director will work with maintenance to have vents cleaned. 8/22/24- The director will work with staff on reminders if any maintenance needs to be done in the classroom as well as use the monthly checklist. Willow Classroom 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 premises in the shelf and cubby area are not safe in that a staff member's drink is left out on shelf and staff purse is left out on cubby, both accessible to children. Corrective Action Plan 7/22/24- The director will see if staff can make space in cabinets for personal belongings. 8/22/24- The director will make sure all classrooms have space in cabinets for personal belongings to be kept out of reach of children. Cypress Classroom 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 premises in the classroom are not safe in that cord is hanging by shelf accessible to children. Corrective Action Plan 7/22/24- The director will notify all staff that cords cannot left out within reach of children. 8/22/24- The director will add to monthly checklist to ensure cords are not being left out.

8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

The center uses a portable fan in the classrooms that is accessible to children, is not secured. All classrooms 07/22/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 6 of 7 SpringStone Montessori School 4000283 Juniper Classroom (continued) 7/22/24- The director remove the fans until a solution found. 8/22/24- The director will partner with maintenance to keep fans out of reach of children. The director will add fans to monthly checklist to ensure fans are kept out of reach of children.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 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. 7/22/24- The director will reach out to the Fire Department to schedule inspection. 8/22/24- The director will create a checklist of expiration dates to be sure all inspections are met prior to expiring.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS

From the review of staff records, it was determined that 1 out of 34 staff records does/do not include a background check. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with this missing information. Director will place original clearance letter in file. All background checks have been cleared. 01/17/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 5 SpringStone Montessori School 4000283 Personnel (continued) 8.9.4.22.F.1.i.:emergency contact number; Finding From the review of staff records, it was determined that 1 out of 34 staff records does/do not include an emergency contact number. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with this missing information. Corrective Action Plan The director will obtain emergency contact information for the staff member. 8.9.4.22.F.1.f.:an annual signed statement that the staff member would or would not be disqualified as a direct provider of care under the most current version of the Background Checks and Employment History Verification provisions pursuant to 8.9.6 NMAC; Finding The center failed to have 34 out of 34 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. Corrective Action Plan The director will have all staff sign the annual abuse statement.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 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 Training. Eight staff members will complete the Health and Safety training. 8.9.4.23.B.2.b.:All new educators regardless of the number of hours per week will complete the following training within three (3) months of their date of hire. All current educators will have three months to comply with the following training from the date these regulations are promulgated: Finding Educators did not complete the following training within 3-months: Health and Safety Training (COVID-19). Corrective Action Plan The director will ensure COVID-19 training is complete. 01/17/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 5 SpringStone Montessori School 4000283 Personnel (continued) 8.9.4.23.B.2.k.:Infant and toddler educators must have at least four hours of training in infant and toddler care annually and within three months of starting work. The four hours will count toward the 24-hour requirement. Finding It was observed that 1 out of 34 infant and toddler care givers failed to complete at least four hours of training in infant and toddler care annually or within six months of starting work. Corrective Action Plan The director will ensure infant and toddler training is complete.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 17, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.