complaint·October 3, 2023

Further investigation showed that accused staff does not have a criminal history and has applied for and has teacher credentials. On July 6, 2023 complainant was advised by acting director, she had outstanding child care tuition and her child would not be able to return to the center until fees were paid. Later that day complainant called to bring up the allegation against staff. The child's last day of attendance was the same day. Staff did admit to tickling child in a reasonable manner, the lack of any physical or surveillance evidence and no eyewitness available, the investigation was unable to establish a crime at this time. “Based on investigation completed by IB and SVPD which included complainant, parent and staff interviews the allegations may have happened or invalid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. No deficiencies cited for today. Exit interview conducted with acting director, Zenaida Hernandez-Garcia. A copy of the Appeal Rights (LIC 9058 FAS 01/16) was given and explained. A signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. A notice of site visit was given.