Incident investigation·September 3, 2024

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) T. Tran made an unannounced visit at Evergreen Early Learning Head Start to conduct a Case Management Incident occurred on 8/19/2024. The Monterey Park Southwest Office received the writing report on 08/19/2024 regarding a child in care had a head injury that required medical care. Upon arrival, LPA met with site supervisor, Candice Bondad and toured the facility. LPA observed proper care and supervision and ratio. LPA completed files review for children and staff. LPA obtained child's document and personnel report. Interviews were conducted with staff, children, and other. Based on the interviews and record reviewed, on the day of the incident, there were two staff supervised 14 children. During outside play, staff observed C1 was play with a group of friends. C1 ran and stumbled then hit the head on the corner of the playhouse. Child sustained cut on the left side near the hairline area. Staff immediately provided first aid and parent was contacted. Child returned to school on 8/21/24 without any restrictions from the doctor. Based on the available information it does not appear this incident was the result of a Title 22 violation for lack of care and supervision. No deficiency was found during today's inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Candice Bondad.