Incident investigation·November 21, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilia Hernandez conducted an unannounced case management inspection on 11/21/2024 due to a self reported incident that occurred at the facility. LPA arrived at the facility at 8:45 AM and met with Sheila Taylor-Hardy, Principa l , who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. There were 88 children and 21 staff present upon arrival. The incident that was reported to the facility on 10/11/2024 occurred on 10/10/2024, and was reported to the Department on 10/11/2024, via telephone. The facility reported the Unusual Incident to the Department within the required 24 hours of occurrence. Information reported to the Department indicated that Staff #2 may or may not have violated the personal rights of Child #2 while in care. On 11/14/2024, an initial visit was conducted regarding this incident. LPA conducted interviews with the Principal, and Staff #2. LPA obtained a copy of the facility roster. During today's visit, LPA interviewed Child #2 and Staff #3 through Staff #6. LPA also obtained written statements regarding this incident. Based upon information LPA received from the interviews, it was determined that the personal rights of Child #2 were not violated. There were no deficiencies cited during today\342\200\231s inspection. The Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Sheila Taylor-Hardy, Principal.