Thatcher Learning Center at Parkview

Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the Department approved training.

Rule 2.133.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 15, 2026.

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: Jun 15, 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: Jun 15, 2026.

All employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about Child Abuse Prevention prior to working with children, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.213.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 15, 2026.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in rule section 2.208(D)) must complete the Department-approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 2.213.H. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 15, 2026.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment and annually, all staff responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunizations records must complete the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course.

Rule 2.213.N. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 15, 2026.

Evacuation equipment must: Fit through doorways.

Rule 2.229.K.4. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 15, 2026.

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

Rule 2.230.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 15, 2026.

In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.

Rule 2.237.H. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 15, 2026.

During the hours of operation, the facility’s most recent licensing, fire department, and health department inspection reports must be accessible to parents and legal guardians of children in care or their designee and to parents and legal guardians considering placing their children in care at the facility.

Rule 2.130.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 29, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 7, 2026.

Staff working with children less than three (3) years of age must complete a Department-approved Prevention of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma training prior to working with children less than three (3) years of age. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 2.213.D. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 29, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 7, 2026.

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: Aug 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 18, 2025.

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: Aug 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 18, 2025.

All staff must have at least one (1) hour of child development training within ninety (90) days of employment. This training must include the major domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical development and approaches to learning). This training is required once and will count toward ongoing training requirements if taken after the date of hire.

Rule 2.213.L. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 18, 2025.

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: Aug 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 18, 2025.

In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.

Rule 2.237.H. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 18, 2025.

The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following:

Rule 2.120.C.1. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and current fee to the Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.

Rule 2.120.I. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Criminal background check requests must be successfully completed prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes.

Rule 2.121.D.4.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Every five (5) years, requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.

Rule 2.121.D.5. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

During the hours of operation, the facility’s most recent licensing, fire department, and health department inspection reports must be accessible to parents and legal guardians of children in care or their designee and to parents and legal guardians considering placing their children in care at the facility.

Rule 2.130.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 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: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

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: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

Rule 2.209.A.7. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

All staff must have at least one (1) hour of child development training within ninety (90) days of employment. This training must include the major domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical development and approaches to learning). This training is required once and will count toward ongoing training requirements if taken after the date of hire.

Rule 2.213.L. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

At least one (1) staff member with the current Department-approved medication administration training and delegation must be on duty at all times.

Rule 2.217.A.9. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

For the Department-approved Child Care Health Consultant, the center must maintain documentation from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies that the Registered Nurse or the Medical Doctor’s licensure is in good standing.

Rule 2.217.C.5. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

For the Department-approved child care health consultant, the center must maintain documentation of a brief biography highlighting applicable knowledge, experience, and approximate dates worked as a school nurse or child care health consultant.

Rule 2.217.C.6. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department-approved child care health consultant introductory training course within six (6) months of hire. Child care health consultants must complete Department-approved ongoing professional development training every three (3) years. The center must obtain and maintain proof of training completion.

Rule 2.217.C.7. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department- approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course annually. The center must obtain and maintain proof of course completion.

Rule 2.217.C.8. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse or neglect. This training must be completed within thirty (30) days of hire and renewed every three (3) years.

Rule 2.217.C.9. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Health statements for children over two (2) years of age to seven (7) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule for routine well child exams.

Rule 2.219.B.4. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

Rule 2.223.A.2. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Staples must be inaccessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

Rule 2.229.D. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.229.G. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.229.H. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

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

Rule 2.230.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

All outdoor play areas used for children’s activities must be checked daily and kept safe and free from hazardous materials or debris by removal of debris, dilapidated structures, and broken or worn play equipment. The staff must identify hazardous, high-risk areas; those areas must be made inaccessible to children to reduce the possibility of injuries and accidents.

Rule 2.230.C.8. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

Rule 2.237.B. CDEC’s category: Building Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 3, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 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 7.701.100.F.2.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 15, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 22, 2023.

Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and current fee to the State Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before prior to the five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.

Rule 7.701.32.J.. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 15, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 22, 2023.

During the hours of operation, the Facility’s most recent licensing, fire department, and health department inspection reports must be accessible to parents and legal guardians of children in care or their designee and to parents and legal guardians considering placing their children in care at the facility.

Rule 7.701.7.B.. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 15, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 22, 2023.

The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility.

Rule 7.702.34.A.7. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 15, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 22, 2023.

All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training that meets current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 7.702.42.B. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 15, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 22, 2023.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 7.702.42.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 15, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 22, 2023.

At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Statements of health status of children less than two (2) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended schedule for routine health supervision or as required in writing by the health care provider.

Rule 7.702.51.A.2.c. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 15, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 22, 2023.

Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.702.71.G. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 15, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 22, 2023.

Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.702.71.H. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 15, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 22, 2023.