complaint·February 9, 2024

LPA interviewed staff at the facility. During the investigation, staff #6 (S6) stated that child 1 (C1) sustained unexplained injuries. Staff #5 (S5) stated that S5 was supervising children in the classroom and observed Child 4 (C4) pushed Child 3 (C3). Child 3 hit their head on the table which resulted in calling for medical services. Staff #1 (S1) stated that the facility is aware of challenging behavior and is utilizing resources and behavior plans. LPA interviewed children and none of the children interviewed disclosed any information that could support any of the allegations. LPA interviewed parents and none of the four parents interviewed disclosed any information that could support any of the allegations. Based on the interviews conducted and records review, the preponderance of evidence standard has not been met. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation(s) did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. An exit interview was conducted wit h Director Vanessa Stahl . T he Notice of Site Visit was posted during the visit. The director was informed that the Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to post will result in civil penalties of $100. The director was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. First-level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above. Page 2 of 2