complaint·November 7, 2024

On 9/19/24 and 11/4/24 LPA E. Laird conducted three staff interviews (S2-S4). One staff interviewed stated they were present during the incident and did not observe S1 restraining C1. One staff stated they observed S1 isolate C1 from other children while they were experiencing a "big behavior". Staff stated S1 was gentle with C1 and never placed their body weight on C1. Two of the staff interviewed stated they did not witness the incident. Both staff stated they had never seen S1 handle a child in a rough manner. On 9/19/24 LPA Laird observed video footage from the classroom where the incident occurred. The area where the incident occurred was not visible due to shelving units which blocked visibility. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred, and the findings are unsubstantiated. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Elizabeth Givens. Appeal rights were provided. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.