Incident investigation·March 18, 2024

On 03/18/2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Kruz Long and Priscilla Ochoa conducted an unannounced case management inspection. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPAs met with Ashley Garcia, Head Teacher who guided LPAs on a tour of the facility. LPAs observed 5 children with 3 staff members. A short time later Maria Gonzalez, Early Head Start Teacher on Special Assignments arrived at the facility and assisted with the inspection. The purpose of the visit is to follow up on an incident that occurred on 03/14/2024 and was reported to the department on 03/15/2024 (reported timely). The self reported incident is regarding personal rights/supervision. During this inspection, LPAs toured the facility and interviewed Staff #1 (S1) and Staff #2 (S2). Based on LPA's observations, the play ground did not contain any tripping hazards and the toys were age appropriate. Interviews with staff members indicate there was sufficient supervision during the time of incident. There's no corroborating evidence indicating a violation of personal rights or supervision had occurred. No deficiencies being cited during today's investigation. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Maria Gonzalez, Early Head Start Teacher on Special Assignments. A Notice of Site Visit was provided; Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 days.