Catalyst Kids - Elliott Ranch

Based on interviews, there was sufficient staff, but did not communicate with each other and did not position themselves in a manner to anticipate behavior of Child 1 who physically injured Child 2, requiring medical attention. 8 regarding Title 5 and Title 22 regulations and ratios, shared regarding responsibilities, effective communication, conducting head counts every 15 min and documenting every 30 min., and zoning/positioning in and outside the classroom.

a teacher grabbed the leg of a child and raised her other hand and moved her hand in a forward motion as to hit him, but she stopped herself before making contact. 8 Teachers will watch Positive Behavior Support videos on Paycom & attend Program Quality calls. Behavior Observation Reports are being recorded to help assess triggers in the classroom. Center Manager will discuss appropriate discipline policy with staff and send mtg notes with staff signatures.

During today's visit LPA observed that the affected water outlet is not in use. Center Manager stated that once she was informed, she took immediate action. Maintanence has repaired the faucet and re-testing is scheduled to occur in the next two weeks. The water report dated 04/25/2022 revealed that the facility had elevated levels of lead in one water faucet. This is a violation that if not corrected can pose a health and safety risk to the children in care. 8 LPA will follow-up with the facility once re-testing results have been reported.