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25 | On November 18, 2024 at approximately 8:20am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Catrina Quimbo conducted an unannounced, annual inspection. LPA met with lead teacher, Chielo Yusta, and explained the purpose of the visit. Present during LPA's visit included lead teacher, 2 teacher's assistants and 9 preschool children.
All teaching staff are fingerprinted through Jefferson Elementary School district. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 2:30pm. Preschool program operates at John F. Kennedy Elementary School in classroom #32 only.
With lead teacher, LPA inspected preschool classroom and outdoor area for health and safety hazards. LPA observed preschool classroom to be appropriately ventilated. There is a humidifier in classroom for appropriate air flow. Classroom is clean and equipped with a variety of toys and equipment that are in good condition and age appropriate. LPA observed flooring to be clean. There are rugs in the classroom that are free of stains.
Children's toys, materials and furniture are age appropriate and in good working condition. LPA observed cleaning solutions and chemicals to be stored in classroom's high shelves, inaccessible to children. LPA observed electrical outlets to be covered and made inaccessible.
Storage for children's belongings are located inside the classroom, inside a cabinet. LPA observed children's belongings to be stored in bins in the cabinet, labeled with each child's individual names. Children sleep in the classroom on cots. LPA observed children's sheets and blankets to be stored appropriately, so they are not touching each other. School district provides sheets. Per lead teacher, sheets and blankets are sent home weekly to be laundered. Per lead teacher, cots are also sanitized weekly.
Classroom is equipped with a fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke alarm and smoke detector. There is also a carbon monoxide detector in the classroom that was tested during visit. LPA observed carbon monoxide detector to be working during today's visit. Classroom is equipped with a working telephone.
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