complaint·May 28, 2025

During staff interviews, the pertinent staff member that was interviewed denied the allegation. The pertinent staff member stated that they have not made any joke or comment about another child's appearance. The pertinent staff member also disclosed that they have not heard another teacher or child make a joke or comment about another child's appearance. LPA attempted to interview the subject child. However, due to the circumstances of the complaint allegation the interview could not be conducted. This agency has investigated the complaint regarding the above allegation. Based on the interviews conducted and documentation collected, the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. A finding of unsubstantiated means, although the allegations may have happened, or are valid, there is not a preponderance of the evidence to prove the allegations occurred. LPA briefly consulted with Director regarding the allegation. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Shannon Garcia, Director.