Incident investigation·January 28, 2026

On 01/28/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Justeene Tamayo met with Teacher Designee who granted access to the facility. The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a follow up unannounced case management inspection for a UIR received at Palmdale RO on 01/22/2026 and occurred on 01/21/2026. Upon arrival, there were 35 preschool age children present and 9 preschool teachers. Summary of Incident : On 01/21/26 11:00 AM, during circle time with the behavioral specialist #1 , from Classroom Management. Quality Behavior Solution accidentally stepped on child #1 hand . Child #1 hand was a little red. Lead Teacher #1 called parent #1, and parent #1 took child #1 to the doctor. After doctors visit, child#1 was fine. Child#1 is back at school today. Based on interviews with Child #1, Lead Teacher #1, Teacher Assistant #1, Parent #1, and other relevant parties, it was determined that the incident occurred accidentally. During a dance activity on the rug, Child #1 was crawling behind Behavioral Specialist #1 when the Behavioral Specialist accidentally tripped and stepped on Child #1\342\200\231s hand. Teacher Assistant #1 immediately applied an ice pack to the injury. Parent #1 confirmed they were notified immediately following the incident by Lead Teacher #1. Parent #1 also informed the LPA that Child #1 was taken to the doctor and that no concerns were identified. Child #1 resumed normal activities on 01/22/2026. Please see LIC809-C for continuation page. No deficiencies will be cited at this time. Facility is informed to continue to report any unusual incidents within a timely manner. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was read and provided to Teacher Designee Jasmine Ruiz, along with a copy of her appeal rights and Notice of Site Visit.