Incident investigation·October 24, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cynthia Sun conducted an unannounced follow-up case management inspection in response to a self-report Unusual Incident dated 9/27/2024. LPA met with Director, Leisha Dearing and informed purpose of today\342\200\231s case management initiated on 10/1/24. Census was taken as follows: 1 staff supervising 8 preschool children in Room Two\342\200\231s-1, 1 staff supervising 6 preschool children in room Two\342\200\231s 2, and 2 staff supervising 15 children in Preschool room. A review of staff criminal clearance records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. On 9/27/24, Regional Office received a self reported Unusual Incident Report (UIR) stating staff #1 (S1) reported to director on 9/26/24 that S1 witnessed S2 using harsh language with a child #1 (C1) and grabbing C1 and placing C1 outside of the classroom during nap. On 10/11/24, LPA Sun interviewed S1 who stated the following: On 9/26/24 S1 overheard S2 during nap transition say to C1 \342\200\234hurry up or I will lock you in the bathroom all day\342\200\235. S1 also stated seeing S2 taking C1 outside the classroom and left door slightly open, then told child in low voice, \342\200\234if you are not going to listen I am going to leave you outside the classroom\342\200\235. During today\342\200\231s inspection, LPA interviewed 3 children and none of children disclosed their personal rights were violated. PAGE 1 OUT OF 2 Based on interview with staff and children, there was enough evident to support S1\342\200\231s disclosure. The facility was cited for type B. See attached LIC809D. An exit interview was completed. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights were discussed. The director was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 12/15) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the licensing office within 15 business days. 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 $100.00. The 'Notice of Site Visit' must be posted on or adjacent to the door. PAGE 2 OUT OF 2 End of Report