Incident investigation·May 30, 2025

On 5/30/25 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Diaz conducted an unannounced inspection to deliver the findings of the above-mentioned allegation. LPA met with site director Shannon Meyerson and advised them for the purpose for this inspection. At the time of inspection there were 0 children in the care director and staff are preparing the preschool for summer camp. Children will be back Monday. On 2/20/2025, Director Shannon Meyerson contacted Community Care Licensing (CCL) to self-report an incident of a parent who witness a Staff (S1) on 11/19/24, remove a child (C1) from a play structure aggressively. The parent (P1) visually observed the incident in the yard. Director states S1 was written up for the incident. This incident was not reported to the Department in a timely manner. Director further reported that on 02/12/25, several teachers and the church Pastor observed S1 pulling children from the upper arms, wrists, and pulling on a few occasions. Interviews determined, (S1) was placed on administrative leave on 02/24/2025. Interviews and documents reviewed by LPA, show S1 employment was terminated on 03/03/2025. LPA conducted file reviews and interviews with current and past staff. The facility acknowledged they are being transparent and ensuring the safety of the children in their care. During today’s inspection the following deficiencies were issued: One Type B deficiency for Reporting Requirements 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. Exit interview conducted, appeal rights were given, and report was reviewed with director Shannon Meyerson.