Centennial Montessori

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. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 12, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 29, 2026.

The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The procedure, including notification of parent(s)/guardian(s), for handling children’s illnesses, accidents, and injuries

Rule 2.206.B.10. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 12, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 29, 2026.

The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The center’s procedure on positive guidance, behavior expectations, positive instruction, supporting positive behaviors, as well as strategies and techniques for supporting children with challenging behaviors, including how the center will:

Rule 2.206.B.8. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 12, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 29, 2026.

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

Rule 2.225.A. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 12, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 29, 2026.

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

Rule 2.225.B. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 12, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 29, 2026.

Separation, when used for guidance, must not exceed five (5) minutes and must be appropriate for the child’s development. The child must be in a safe, lighted, well-ventilated area and be within sight and hearing of an adult. The child must not be isolated in a locked, closed room, or closet.

Rule 2.225.F. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 12, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 29, 2026.

Any form of restraint is not permitted.

Rule 2.225.H. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 10, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 29, 2026.

Any form of restraint is not permitted.

Rule 2.225.H. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 10, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 29, 2026.

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

Rule 2.225.I. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 12, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 29, 2026.

All staff must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 2.213.B. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 9, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 9, 2024.

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

Rule 2.212.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 21, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 24, 2024.

All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise

Rule 2.223.A.1. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 21, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 24, 2024.

In rooms used for napping, the lighting must be dim at nap time to promote an atmosphere conducive to sleep but must be bright enough for supervision of children.

Rule 2.223.D.2. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 21, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 24, 2024.

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;

Rule 2.222.A.1.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 27, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 27, 2024.

Mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted, clean sheet.

Rule 2.223.C.2.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 27, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 27, 2024.

All infants less than six (6) months of age must be held for bottle feeding. Bottles must not be propped. Older infants must not be allowed to hold their own bottles when lying flat. Bottles must not be allowed in a crib with the infant.

Rule 2.224.B.2. CDEC’s category: Infant Program. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 27, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 27, 2024.

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

Rule 2.229.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 27, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 27, 2024.

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products.

Rule 7.702.61.A.1.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 4, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 20, 2023.

Staff must be awake, alert, and actively supervising all children.

Rule 7.702.62.A.3. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 15, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 23, 2023.