complaint·December 10, 2025

laceration to the back of C1’s head. Speculation suggested that either Staff #2 (S2) was distracted in conversation with another staff member in a neighboring classroom or that another child may have thrown a rock, resulting in the injury, but unsure. At the time of C1’s injury, two therapists were also present, assisting the children they were assigned to. Therapist #2 immediately ran to aid C1, along with another staff member who arrived shortly after. Despite confidential interviews, no staff member could recall the specific events that led to C1 sustaining the laceration. Based on observations and interviews, the allegation that a child sustained unexplained injuries met the preponderance of evidence standard and was therefore found to be substantiated. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the report, appeal rights, and a Notice of Site Visit were provided to Director Brittney Marnell. The director was reminded that the Notice of Site Visit must be posted in a visible area of the facility for 30 days. to maintain appropriate ratios at all times, particularly during outdoor activities when children are more spread out and it becomes more challenging to observe every interaction or potential incident. Despite these efforts, the physical setup of the yard limits staff’s ability to see all areas at once, which may increase the likelihood of missed behaviors or incidents involving children in care. Based on conflicting statements, LPA is unable to corroborate the Staff not supervising children. Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the allegations did or did not occur, therefore the allegations are unsubstantiated. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with the appeal rights were provided to Director, Brittney Marnell. A notice of site visit was handed to licensee and must remain posted for 30