Incident investigation·April 9, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Patricia Duron conducted an unannounced case management inspection on this date. LPA Duron was greeted by director, Karina Chavez. Upon arrival LPA Duron observed 43 preschool children with 6 preschool staff. A review of staff records on this date indicated that all facility staff or other individuals who required caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The department received a self-reported unusual incident that is being investigated at this time. The Department has initiated an investigation in relation to the allegation stated on the unusual incident report involving a personal rights violation. On this day records were reviewed and an updated children's roster was obtained. Due to insufficient information available at this time, the above allegation needs further investigation. Exit interview was conducted. Notice of Site Visit was posted during the visit. Facility representative 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.