8.9.4.29 · I SMOKING, FIREARMS, ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, ILLEGAL DRUGS AND CONTROLLED

The center does not prohibit smoking, e-cigarettes, or vaporizers on the premises or in vehicles. **Vape was present within the classroom Immediate: 02/20/2025, Educator was given immediate corrective action. On 2/25/2025, educator was given a written corrective action and training to complete on quorumlearning.com (Safe Spaces to Grow and Learn). Preventative/Monitoring: The program will continue to reinforce the university's smoking/drug policy and review with all staff at their professional development day which occurs yearly in August. The compliance officer will follow up with the educator within 30 days to assure completion of training.

Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.21 · B CAPACITY OF CENTERS

The center failed to post the maximum capacity of the playground on the doors to the playground. **CORRECTED ON SITE** The director corrected on site by posting the playground capacity for each playground.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING

The changing table and changing mat in the restroom has a heavy accumulation of dirt/sand. **CORRECTED ON SITE** The director corrected on site by cleaning the changing mat/table. TA was given regarding the importance of changing mat/table being sanitized after each use.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024

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 current child care regulations. The director printed the current child care regulations and posted them during the visit. Technical assistance was provided to the director on how to check the department's website to obtain a copy of the current child care regulations, she will check the website annually.

Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS

Of the 2 children's records reviewed, 2 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 director will check the children's files on a monthly basis to ensure the required information is on file.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 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 7 staff records do/does not include the staff's current and past duties and responsibilities. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with this missing information. The director will check the staff files on a monthly basis to ensure the required information is on file for review. 8.9.4.22.F.1.d.:dates of hire and termination; Finding From the review of staff records, it was determined that 1 out of 7 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. Corrective Action Plan The director will check the staff files on a monthly basis to ensure the required information is on file for review. 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 5 out of 7 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 check the staff files on a monthly basis to ensure the required information is on file for review. 05/07/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 8 WNMU - Growing Tree 4001652 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 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 2 out of 7 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 will check the staff files on a monthly basis to ensure the trainings are up to date. The director will instruct the educators to complete the trainings. 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 Mandatory Response Training.*** Corrective Action Plan The director will check the staff files on a monthly basis to ensure the trainings are up to date. The director will instruct the educators to complete the trainings. 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 3 out of 7 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 check the staff files on a monthly basis to ensure the trainings are up to date. The director will instruct the educators to complete the trainings. 05/07/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 8 WNMU - Growing Tree 4001652 Personnel and Staffing Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 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. The director will instruct the educators to create a capacity sign for each interest area in the classroom. Services and Care of Children in Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · J OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS

The fall zone underneath the climbing structures is not adequate as evidenced by the energy absorbent material is not deep enough. The director will contact the administration to ask for further assistance to complete the repairs needed in the infant playground. The director will rearrange the playgrounds to ensure the infants do not use the climbing structures where the resilient material is not deep enough. 05/07/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 5 of 8 WNMU - Growing Tree 4001652 Services and Care of Children in Centers: (continued) 8.9.4.24 K SWIMMING, WADING AND WATER N/A

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 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 Infant - (6 wk. - 12 mo.) class room(s) are not labeled. The director labeled the breast milk packet during the visit. The director will check each breast milk packet when the parents drop them off at the center to ensure the labeled the packets.

Corrected Corrected by May 7, 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 April. Technical assistance was provided to the director regarding the fire drill log, a copy of a fire drill and emergency preparedness drill logs were provided to the director during the visit. The director understands that the center needs to conduct a monthly fire drill log, and will follow the instructions on the log provided to her.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · J PETS

Animals were not properly housed, fed and maintained in a safe, clean, sanitary and humane condition. The director will instruct the educators to assist in cleaning the fish tank and maintain a cleaning schedule. Additional Comments Survey in reference to annual inspection for licensure year 2024-2025. The last day of operation for the center is May 17, 2024 and they will reopen on August 5, 2024. 05/07/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 7 of 8 WNMU - Growing Tree 4001652 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: MONICA LUCERO 05/07/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 8 of 8

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 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. One educator requires the proof of completion for the Health and Safety Training. The director will submit the educator's training certificate when she completes the course. The educator is on medical leave and will not be back until the new year. Licensing will follow up in 30 days to check the status of the employee and her training.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 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 7 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. One staff member's certification expired on 03/2023. The center will provide a copy of the completed certification to licensing. 11/20/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 5 WNMU - Growing Tree 4001652 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2023

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. 4 staff members are missing the certificate of completion for the course. Staff members will complete the Health and Safety Course and provide the certificate of completion to licensing.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2023

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 5 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 center staff are reported to have completed a CPR/First Aid w/ Infant Components but have not received proof of completion**** The director will email the copies as soon as they arrive. 08/23/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 5 WNMU - Growing Tree 4001652 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

The center did not have a functional carbon monoxide detector when needed. The center will install a detector as soon as possible. 2 Year Old Classroom 8.9.4.29.H.3.j.:a center must be equipped with carbon monoxide detectors to cover all licensed areas of the center if the child care program uses any sources of coal, wood, charcoal, oil, kerosene, propane, natural gas, or any other product that can produce carbon monoxide indoors. Carbon monoxide detectors should be installed and maintained according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Finding The center did not have a functional carbon monoxide detector when needed. Corrective Action Plan The center will install a detector as soon as possible. 08/23/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 5 WNMU - Growing Tree 4001652

Corrected Corrected by Aug 25, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

The center did not have a functional carbon monoxide detector when needed. The center will install a detector as soon as possible. 8.9.4.29.H.3.l.:fire extinguishers, alarm systems, automatic detection equipment, and other firefighting must be properly maintained and inspected on a least yearly basis; fire extinguishers must be tagged noting the date of inspection; see Paragraph (2) of Subsection E of 8.9.4.29 NMAC for emergency lighting requirements. Finding The center’s alarm system is not properly maintained. ***The center is having a new fire alarm system installed and is currently offline**** Corrective Action Plan The center is getting an update as to when the fire alarm system will be installed an online. The center is now on 15 minute fire watch and will document it until a system is in place. The center will be installing battery operated smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors as soon as possible no later than 08/25/2023.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 25, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.