KCE CHAMPIONS LLC @ Foothills

The procedure on positive guidance, behavior expectations, positive instruction, supporting positive behaviors, as well as the strategies and techniques for supporting children with challenging behaviors, including how the center will:Promote responsive and positive child, staff and family relationships and interactions;

Rule 2.505.C.9.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 26, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2026.

All personnel and volunteers at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

Rule 2.507.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 26, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2026.

There must be one (1) staff member for each fifteen (15) children in attendance.

Rule 2.510.E. CDEC’s category: Supervision. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 26, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2026.

The admission of children who have special health care needs, disabilities, or developmental delays which includes children with social, emotional, and behavioral needs must be in alignment with the training and ability of staff and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Services offered must show that a reasonable effort is made to accommodate the child’s needs and to integrate the child with other children. (see rule section 2.119 of the General Rules for Child Care Facilities)

Rule 2.511.C.1. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 26, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2026.

Guidance must be appropriate to the development of the child and used as an opportunity to teach children social-emotional skills, such as self-regulation, problem-solving, and empathy for others.

Rule 2.516.A. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 26, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2026.

Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.

Rule 2.516.B. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 26, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2026.

Any form of restraint is not permitted.

Rule 2.516.J. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 26, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2026.

Physical redirection may be used to keep a child from imminent danger. The child must be immediately released once removed from imminent danger.

Rule 2.516.K. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 26, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2026.

Pursuant to section 19-3-304, C.R.S., any caregiver or staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect or who has observed the child being subjected to circumstances or conditions that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect shall immediately upon receiving such information report or cause a report to be made of such fact to the county department of human or social services, the local law enforcement agency, or through the child abuse hotline reporting system as set forth in section 26-5-111, C.R.S.

Rule 2.126.B. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 18, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2026.

All personnel and volunteers at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

Rule 2.507.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 16, 2026.

There must be one (1) staff member for each fifteen (15) children in attendance.

Rule 2.510.E. CDEC’s category: Supervision. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 16, 2026.

At any time when nine (9) or more children are in care at the center, there must be at least one (1) program leader actively supervising children and another responsible person at least sixteen (16) years of age on the premises. When eight (8) or fewer children are present, there must be at least one (1) program leader on duty and a second staff member on call who is immediately available in an emergency.

Rule 2.510.G. CDEC’s category: Supervision. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 16, 2026.

The center must obtain written authorization and instructions from the parent(s) or guardian(s) for the application of sunscreen or the use of another form of parent(s) or guardian(s) approved sun protection with a full-spectrum UVA/UVB rating of SPF thirty (30) or greater to their children’s exposed skin prior to outside play year-round. A health care provider’s permission is not needed to use sunscreen at the center.

Rule 2.514.A. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 16, 2026.

Television viewing, including videos, should not be permitted without the approval of a child’s parent(s) or guardian(s), who must be advised of the center’s policy regarding television and video viewing.

Rule 2.519.A. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials/Field Trips. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 16, 2026.

The playground area must be in good repair, of solid and safe construction, free of rough edges, protruding bolts.

Rule 2.524.A.14. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 16, 2026.

An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: An annual written authorization for emergency medical care signed and dated submitted by the parent(s) or guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

Rule 2.530.A.7. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 16, 2026.

An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: Written authorization from a parent/guardian for the center to transport the child to and from school, whether walking or riding in an approved vehicle;

Rule 2.530.A.9. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 16, 2026.

Staff must verify attendance before and after every group transition from one physical space to another. Written or electronic documentation of attendance verification must be maintained for at least twelve (12) months.

Rule 2.506.A.1. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 3, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 10, 2026.

All personnel and volunteers at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

Rule 2.507.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 3, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 10, 2026.

All personnel and volunteers at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

Rule 2.507.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 13, 2025.

The required staff to child ratio must be maintained at all times.

Rule 2.517.C.7. CDEC’s category: Transportation. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 13, 2025.

Volatile substances, such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items, must be stored away from the area used for child care and be inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.527.C. CDEC’s category: Building/Indoor/Fire/Safety. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 13, 2025.

Any hazardous items and materials including but not limited to tools and medications must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.615.K. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 13, 2025.

An agency or facility must not interview staff or children regarding the specific allegation(s) of child abuse or child neglect until the county department of human or social services and/or local law enforcement agency has had the opportunity to interview all appropriate individuals and completed their investigation.

Rule 2.126.D.3. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 18, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 23, 2025.

All personnel and volunteers at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

Rule 2.507.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 18, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 23, 2025.

Program aides must work directly under the supervision of the program director or program leaders and must never be left alone with children unless otherwise specified in the rule.

Rule 2.509.C.2. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 18, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 23, 2025.

The required staff to child ratio must be maintained at all times.

Rule 2.517.C.7. CDEC’s category: Transportation. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 17, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 23, 2025.

All groups of children must be directly supervised by a qualified program director or program leader at all times.

Rule 2.520.B. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials/Field Trips. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 18, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 23, 2025.

Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe and free of hazards.

Rule 2.522.C. CDEC’s category: Building/Indoor/Fire/Safety. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 18, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 23, 2025.

Pursuant to section 19-3-304, C.R.S., any caregiver or staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect or who has observed the child being subjected to circumstances or conditions that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect shall immediately upon receiving such information report or cause a report to be made of such fact to the county department of human or social services, the local law enforcement agency, or through the child abuse hotline reporting system as set forth in section 26-5-111, C.R.S.

Rule 2.126.B. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 3, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 9, 2025.

An agency or facility must not interfere or refuse to cooperate with a child protection investigation.

Rule 2.126.D.2. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 17, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 9, 2025.

All personnel and volunteers at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

Rule 2.507.A. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 17, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 9, 2025.

Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.

Rule 2.516.B. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 17, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 9, 2025.

Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.522.B. CDEC’s category: Building/Indoor/Fire/Safety. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 19, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 19, 2025.

Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Rule 2.122.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 24, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 8, 2024.

Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.

Rule 2.138.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 24, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 8, 2024.

At the time of enrollment, the parent(s) /guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: A complete health history for each child, including any communicable diseases, chronic illnesses or injuries, known drug reactions and allergies, current medications and any special diets needed, the name address and phone number for the child?s health care provider and dentist.

Rule 7.712.52.A.1.a. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication/Hygiene. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 9, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Dec 2, 2023.

The play area must meet the following requirements: The outdoor play area must be maintained in a safe condition by removing debris, dilapidated structures, and worn and broken play equipment. The center must identify hazardous, high-risk areas. These areas must be monitored to reduce the possibility of injury and accidents.

Rule 7.712.71.D.3. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 8, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Dec 2, 2023.

The results of the abuse and neglect inquiry must be maintained at the center, facility, or agency and must be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Rule 7.701.32.K.. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 11, 2023.

Each owner or employee, who is eighteen (18) years of age or older, of a facility or agency must submit to CBI a complete set of fingerprints to obtain any criminal record held by the CBI and FBI. Payment of the fee for the criminal record check is the responsibility of the individual being checked or the facility or agency. The results of the criminal record check, the CBI and FBI clear letter, must be maintained at the home, center, facility, or agency and must be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Rule 7.701.33.D.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 11, 2023.

All employees caring for children, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, must complete a Department-approved basic First Aid and CPR module within thirty (30) calendar days of employment and the module must be renewed every two (2) years.

Rule 7.712.42.G.3. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 25, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 11, 2023.

At the time of enrollment, the parent(s) /guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Documentation of immunization status or exemption as required by Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). Colorado law requires proof of immunization be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.

Rule 7.712.52.A.1.b.. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 5, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 3, 2023.

Portable first aid kits must be available to staff at all times, including field trips, and must be located out of reach of children and maintained in a sanitary condition. First aid kits must be checked and restocked on at least a monthly basis.

Rule 7.712.52.B.4. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication/Hygiene. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 6, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 3, 2023.

Emergency medications must be stored in accordance with the Child Care Health Consultant?s recommendation. Emergency medications are not required to be stored in a locked area. Emergency medications may be stored in an area easily accessible and identifiable to staff but out of reach of children. When away from the classroom, staff must carry emergency medications in a bag on their person.

Rule 7.712.52.C.8. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication/Hygiene. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 6, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 3, 2023.

Volatile substances, such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, and oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items, must be stored away from the area used for child care and be inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.712.73.A.3. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Building/Indoor/Fire/Safety. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 6, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 3, 2023.

The center must maintain and update annually a record on each child that includes: Written authorization from a parent/guardian for the center to transport the child to and from school, whether by walking or driving;

Rule 7.712.81.A.10. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 6, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 3, 2023.

The center must maintain and update annually a record on each child that includes: A dated written authorization for emergency medical care signed and submitted annually by the parent or guardian. The authorization must be notarized if required by the local health care facility;

Rule 7.712.81.A.8. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 6, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 3, 2023.

The center must maintain and update annually a record on each child that includes: Written authorization from a parent or guardian for the child to participate in field trips and to participate in program activities, listing all exclusions from authorization;

Rule 7.712.81.A.9. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 6, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 3, 2023.

Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Rule 7.701.34.A.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 25, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 13, 2023.