Follow-up·October 19, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dean Thompson conducted an unannounced case management incident inspection in response to a self-report Unusual Incident dated 10/18/2023. LPA met with Director Michelle Miller. LPA observed 60 preschool age children along with 9 staff. 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 10/18/2023 a self reported Unusual Incident Report (UIR) was filed with the Licensing Office. The facility reported a child leaving the classroom, entering the office, then opening the front door and exiting the facility. During today’s visit, LPA interviewed three staff on 10/19/2023. Based on staff interviews, on 10/17/2023 there were two teachers present inside the TK-1/TK-2 classroom, staff #1 (S1) and staff #2 (S2). S1 was caring for 9 children and S2 was caring for 7 children when the incident occurred. Staff mentioned, the uncle (authorized to take C1 from the facility) of C1 entered the TK-1 classroom and walked over to C1 while S1 was caring for 9 children that were split between two tables as the children were coloring. While S1 was attending to children at the other table across from where C1 was sitting, the uncle of C1 exited the classroom leading into the front office, then exited the facility. The director and district manager who were stationed inside the office, observed the uncle standing near the stairs directly in front of the office approximately 5 to 10 feet away from the front door. Approximately 2-3 minutes after the uncle exited, director observed C1 open the office front door and meet the uncle outside near the front entrance. Continue to page 2 Page 2 Based on the interviews conducted and documentation received, no deficiencies were cited. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Michelle Miller. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal Rights discussed. Director was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days.