Shenandoah Valley Child Development Center

22.1-289.035-B-1

“The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee’s first day of employment. The sworn statement for Staff #3, who is currently working, was dated five days after their first day of employment.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-1.

The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years.

“Staff #2, employed for a month, did not have documentation requesting a criminal history check from a state that the staff person lived in within the past five years.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-4.

Program leaders shall be at least 18 years of age, have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent, and meet one of the following:

“Staff # 1 and 2 did not have documentation that they fulfilled a high school program or equivalent or obtained 24 hours of program leader training. Staff # 6 did not have documentation for the 24 hours of program leader training.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-210-A.

Staff shall complete orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities.

“The record for staff # 3 and 4 did not contain documentation of orientation training. Both staff has been employed for over 3 weeks.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-240-B.

Staff employed by a child day program who have reason to suspect that a child is abused or neglected shall report the matter immediately to the local department of social services or the department’s toll-free child abuse and neglect hotline.

“Staff became aware of a reportable offense on November of 2025 and did not report it.”

Rule 63.2-1509-A. From a complaint.

Repeat violation

“A nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing shall be used. There was a tear in the changing pad in the infant room.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information.

“The record for Child #5, enrolled for 6 weeks, was missing the following required components: proof of birth, Allergies and intolerance to medication or any other substances, and actions to take in an emergency situation; and Chronic physical problems and pertinent developmental information and any special accommodations needed.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A.

Documentation of a name, address, and telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency which shall be kept at the center.

“Staff # 5, employed for 6 months; did not have an address for her emergency contact.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

The center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years.

“Child # 8 who has been in attendance for over two years did not have an updated immunization since the enrollment date of the child.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-130-E.

A nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing shall be used.

“There was a fabric covering on the changing pad in the infant room. There was a tear in the changing pad in the toddler room.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

Based on a review of staff records and interview on June 24, 2024, the center failed to obtain the required repeat background checks for three agents every five years.

Rule 22.1-289.036-A.

Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that each restroom be equipped with disposable towels.

“Evidence: 1. The bathroom used by the three-year old classroom did not have disposable towels available to the children. 2. When asked about the disposable towels, the staff stated that they were unsure of where the disposable towels to replenish.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-320-B.

Based on review of staff records, the center failed to complete all required out-of-state background checks.

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-4.

Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that all areas inside the center shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition.

“Evidence: 1. The restrooms off of the Pre-K classrooms, the doorframes are grimy with dirt and debris. 2. In the Before and Afterschool building there is peeling paint in several areas that are accessible to children. 3. In the Two Year Old Classroom there is peeling paint near the rug area. The peeling paint is accessible to children.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

REPEAT Based on a temperature check, the hot water temperature in the restroom exceeded 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

“Evidence: In the Toddler Classroom the handwashing sink recorded a temperature of 138.1 degrees Fahrenheit.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-320-B.

Based on observation, the center failed to wash children and staff hands at all the required times.

“Evidence: 1. In Pre-K Classroom Staff #1 assisted a child with blowing their nose. 2. The child or staff member did not wash their hands after any contact with body fluids. Both the staff and child went back into activities within the classroom.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-A.

Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing shall be used.

“Evidence: 1. In the Infant Classroom the diaper changing pad was torn and ripped in several places. 2. Staff #2 verified that the diaper changing table mat was torn and ripped in several places.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

Based on a review of over-the-counter products, the center failed to ensure that over-the-counter skin products were not kept beyond the expiration date of the product.

“Evidence: 1. In Classroom 3A’s red pack back there was a tube of Aquaphor Healing Ointment that expired in August 2023. 2. Staff verified that the over-the-counter skin product was expired.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-520-A.

Based on review of medications and children records, the center failed to ensure that a written allergy care plan was on site for each child with a diagnosed food allergy.

“Evidence: 1. Child #1 had an emergency medication, (Epi-Pen) at the center. The child has a food allergy. There was not a written allergy care plan on file for the child. 2. Administrative staff verified that they did not have a written allergy care plan for the child.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A-8.

Based on observation, the hot water temperature exceeded the required 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

“Evidence: 1. Licensing Inspector used a digital thermometer to obtain the temperature at the infant handwashing sink. 2. The water temperature at the hand washing sink registered 121.2 degrees Fahrenheit.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-A.

Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation of tuberculosis screening/test at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children.

“Evidence: 1. Staff #5 date of hire is documented as 06/13/2022. 2. Date of tuberculosis screening/test on file is 06/15/2022. Administration verified the date of hire and the date of the tuberculosis screening/test on file.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-A.

Based on review of six staff records and verification from administration, three staff members did not obtain the results of a two year follow-up tuberculosis (TB) screening.

“Evidence: 1. The most recent tuberculosis screening for Staff #1, #2, and #3 is 06/11/2020. An updated two-year negative screening or test has not been obtained for any of the staff members listed. 2. Administration verified that Staff #1, #2, and #3 did not have updated tuberculosis screening or tests.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-C.

Based on review of center procedures, the center failed to include methods to prevent use of outdated medication.

“Evidence: 1. The licensing inspector reviewed medication polices in staff and parent handbooks. 2. The medication policies did not include methods to prevent use of outdated medication.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-E.

Based on review of two medications, the center failed to ensure that all medication was returned to the parent after the 14 days past the authorization date.

“Evidence: 1. Child A’s first medication authorization was completed on 06/07/2022 and was signed by the parent and physician. The medication was at the center the day of the inspection. 2. Child A’s second medication authorization was completed on 03/20/2022 and was signed by the parent. The medication was at the center the day of the inspection. 3. The administration verified that the medication authorization had expired for both medications.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-P.

Based on review of video footage and interviews, center equipment was not maintained in a safe and operable condition.

“Evidence: 1. Staff reported that the chair used to deter Child #1 from biting had broken buckles and could only be buckled on one side. 2. Video footage showed Child #1 standing up dragging the chair while buckled on one leg.”

Rule 22VAC40-185-270-A. From a complaint.

Based on review of video footage dated 01/17/2020-01/18/2020 and staff interviews, the center failed to ensure the care, protection, and guidance of each child in care.

Rule 22VAC40-185-340-A. From a complaint.

Based on review of policies and procedures, the licensee did not ensure operational responsibilities that the center’s activities and services are maintained in compliance with the center’s own policies and procedures required by these standards.

“Evidence: 1. In the discipline policy it states “Here at SVCDC we do not: Use any strategy that threatens, intimidates, or forces a child.” 2. On 01/17/2020 and 01/18/2020, Child #1 was buckled in a chair on five separate occasions for the following durations: 57 minutes, 41 minutes, 16 minutes, 30 minutes, and 52 minutes. 3. Staff reported the Child #1 was buckled in the chair to prevent the child from biting.”

Rule 22VAC40-185-40-E. From a complaint.

Based on review of video footage dated 01/17/2020-01/18/2020 and staff interviews, the center failed to ensure staff interacted with children in order to promote the child’s physical, emotional, and social well-being and provide needed help, comfort, and support.

Rule 22VAC40-185-400-A. From a complaint.

Based on review of video footage dated 01/17/2020-01/18/2020 and staff interviews, the center failed to ensure that behavioral guidance be constructive in nature, age, and stage appropriate, and intended to redirect children to appropriate behavior and resolve conflicts.

Rule 22VAC40-185-400-B. From a complaint.

Based on review of video footage dated 01/17/2020-01/18/2020 and staff interviews, the center failed to ensure forbidden actions were not used by staff, specifically restricting movement through binding and forcing a child to assume an uncomfortable position.

“Evidence: 1. On 01/17/2020, Child #1 was buckled into a chair on four separate occasions totaling approximately two (2) hours and 24 minutes. 2. On 01/18/2020, Child #1 was buckled into a chair once for approximately 53 minutes. 3. During these periods, video footage showed the child dragging the chair while buckled on one leg, moving the chair across the floor while buckled, standing and walking while buckled in the chair, and bending forward to pick up toys on the floor while in the chair buckled.”

Rule 22VAC40-185-410-1. From a complaint.

Based on review of video footage on 01/17/2020, staff failed to ensure handwashing before and after meals.

“Evidence: 1. Children did not wash, before or after eating lunch. Viewed at time stamp 23:09 (01/17/2020).”

Rule 22VAC40-185-500-A. From a complaint.

Based on review of staff records and verification from staff, the center did not ensure a staff member had a fingerprint-based background check within required timeframe prior to first day of employment.

“Evidence: 1. Staff #4’s file contained a fingerprint background check that was over ninety days old from date of hire. Date of hire for Staff #4 was 02/10/2020. 2. Staff #4 was present and working at the center as a lead teacher on 02/25/2020. 3. Administration verified the date of hire for Staff #4 as 02/10/2020 and confirmed that the fingerprint background check had been completed on 06/13/2019 but not hired until 02/10/2020.”

Rule 63.2(17)-1720.1-B-2. From a complaint.