PVUSD # 69 Foothills Campus

AAC R9-5-510.A.1. A. A staff member shall provide guidance to help children respond to difficult situations. To develop self-regulation, children should receive adult support that is individual to the child and adapts as the child develops internal controls. This process should include: 1. Forming a positive relationship with the child, which occurs when the adult spends time talking to the child, listening to the child, following the child’s lead, playing with the child, and responding to the child’s needs; 2. Base expectations on the child’s developmental level; 3. Establishing and being proactive in teaching and supporting children in learning simple rules; 4. Modifying the learning/play environment to support the child’s appropriate behavior; 5. Creating a predictable daily routine and schedule; 6. Modeling desired behavior; 7. Showing children positive alternatives; 8.Using deliberate redirection, the staff member should encourage the child to use appropriate behavior, and provide positive feedback when the child exhibits the behavior; 9. Individualized positive discipline strategies based on the individual needs of children, such as using a buddy system, individualized schedule, special break, or another applicable positive discipline strategy; and 10. If applicable, a licensee shall develop a written plan with the enrolled child's parent to provide individualized social and emotional intervention supports for the enrolled child that includes methods for understanding the enrolled child's behavior, and developing, adopting, and implementing a team-based positive behavior support plan.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer’s observation, interview with facility staff and enrolled children, and review of staff statements, it was determined that a staff member failed to model desired behaviors with the enrolled children. Staff stated the following: "Her tone is harsh." "I have heard her scream to get the children's attention." "Sometime she can be loud." "She can get snappy with the kids when they ask her something, she can cut them abruptly." "She responds to the kids in an aggressive tone." "I hear her screaming a lot, its an angry screaming."”

AAC R9-5-510.B.1. B. A licensee shall ensure that a staff member does not use or permit: 1. The use of physical punishment including: a. Hitting, spanking, shaking, slapping, twisting, pulling, squeezing, or biting; b. Demanding excessive physical excercise or excessive rest; and c. Forcing a child to eat or consume soap, food, or foreign substances;

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer’s observation, interview with facility staff and enrolled children, and review of staff statements, it was determined that a staff member did not use appropriate form of discipline with the enrolled children. The following was stated by staff and children: "I have seen her plunge towards a child." "She grabs them by their shoulder or wrist. I am concerned when she grabs them by their wrist, it was a bit aggressive." "During active she put her hands on a child, I saw her hands coming off the child." "She grabbed the child by the child's shoulder and moved them back, it looked aggressive." "She pulled the child's arm back, it hurt." "While moving back from active play, she moved a child's head back, it made the child sad."”

AAC R9-5-306.B. B. A licensee shall: 1. Develop, document, and implement policies and procedures to ensure that a staff member maintains daily documentation of the presence of an enrolled child in an activity area that includes a method to account for any temporary absences of the enrolled child from the activity area, and 2. Maintain the documentation of the presence of enrolled children in an activity area required in subsection (B)(1) on facility premises for 12 months after the date of the documentation.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer’s observation and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the roster was not accurate in the MPR. There were 18 children present in the classroom but the roster reflected the presence of only 17 children.”

AAC R9-5-512.D. D. A licensee shall ensure that toilet bowls, lavatory fixtures, and floors in toilet rooms and kitchens are cleaned and sanitized as often as necessary to maintain them in a clean and sanitized condition or at least once every 24 hours.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations, it was determined that in Room 2 (3's/4's classroom) the caulking along the edge where the toilet is secured to the wall was separating, making the surface unsanitizable.”

AAC R9-5-512.C. C. A licensee shall ensure that floor coverings are: 1. Clean; and 2. Free from: a. Dampness, b. Odors, and c. Hazards.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations, it was determined that in the MPR black smudges were present on the tile flooring in the girls' restroom.”

AAC R9-5-512.A. A. A licensee shall maintain facility premises free of insects and vermin.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations, it was determined that dead insects were present along the metal posts supporting the shade structure on the field.”

AAC R9-5-503.A.1. A. A licensee shall ensure that each diaper changing area required in R9-5-601(4) contains: 1. A nonabsorbent, sanitizable diaper changing surface that is: a. Seamless and smooth, and b. Kept clear of items not required for diaper changing;

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations, it was determined that there was a toy telephone on the diaper changing surface in Room 1 (Club house classroom).”

AAC R9-5-501.A.12. A. A licensee shall ensure that: 12. The facility premises, including the buildings, are maintained free from hazards;

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations, it was determined that in the infant classroom, the refrigerator was placed on top of a table and was unstable. The refrigerator wobbled and could be tipped over with minimal pressure.”

AAC R9-5-306.B. B. A licensee shall: 1. Develop, document, and implement policies and procedures to ensure that a staff member maintains daily documentation of the presence of an enrolled child in an activity area that includes a method to account for any temporary absences of the enrolled child from the activity area, and 2. Maintain the documentation of the presence of enrolled children in an activity area required in subsection (B)(1) on facility premises for 12 months after the date of the documentation.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the roster was not accurate in Room 20 (Pre-K classroom). There were 11 children present in the classroom but the roster reflected the presence of only 10 children.”

AAC R9-5-512.F.8.9. F. A licensee shall ensure that: 8. Plumbing fixtures are maintained in a clean and working condition; and 9. Chipped or cracked sinks and toilets are replaced or repaired.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations, it was determined that the restroom in Room 18 (School-Age Classroom) was not operable. Additionally, three toilets in the outside girls' restroom were not operable.”

AAC R9-5-512.F.4.5. F. A licensee shall ensure that: 4. Except for a cup or receptacle used only for water, food waste is stored in a covered container and the container is clean and lined with a plastic bag; 5. Food waste and other refuse is removed from the facility building at least once every 24 hours or more often as necessary to maintain a clean condition and avoid odors;

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations, it was determined that there was uncovered food waste in a trash can in the Spot room and in Room 23 (School-age classroom).”

AAC R9-5-516.B.3. B. If prescription or nonprescription medications are administered, a licensee shall ensure that: 3. A facility director, or a staff member designated in writing by the facility director, does not administer a medication to an enrolled child unless the facility receives written authorization signed by the enrolled child’s parent or health care provider that includes the: a. Name of the enrolled child; b. Type of the medication; c. Prescription number, if any; d. Instructions for administration specifying the: i. Dosage and route of administration; ii. If indicated, starting and ending dates of the dosage period; and iii. Times and frequency of administration; e. Reason for the medication; and f. Date of authorization; and

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the medication consent forms were incomplete and lacked the following required information: Child #1: The ending date of the dosage period. Child #2: The prescription number and the starting date of the dosage period. Child #3 and Child #4: The starting and ending dates of the dosage period. Child #5: The prescription number on the medication did not match the prescription number on the consent form.”

AAC R9-5-603.B. B. Except as provided in subsection (D) a licensee shall ensure that an outdoor activity area: 1. Is enclosed by a fence: a. A minimum of 4 feet high; b. Secured to the ground; and c. With either vertical or horizontal open spaces on the fence or gate that do not exceed 4.0 inches; 2. Is maintained free from hazards, such as exposed concrete footings and broken toys; and 3. Has gates that are kept closed while an enrolled child is in the outdoor activity area

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations, it was determined that the metal fence surrounding the utility box on the field was deteriorating along its base. Additionally, a buildup of rust was observed on the metal posts supporting the shade structure located on the field.”

AAC R9-5-605.B.6. B. A licensee shall ensure that: 6. Except for a room used only for an enrolled school-age child, each unused electrical outlet is covered with a safety plug cover or insert;

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations, it was determined that there were 5 uncovered outlets on a power strip in Room 3 (2's/3's classroom) and 1 uncovered outlet above the sink in Room 5 (Activity classroom).”

AAC R9-5-516.J. J. A staff member’s or enrolled child’s prescription medication necessary to treat life-threatening symptoms:1. May be kept in the activity area where the staff member or enrolled child is present; and 2. Except when the prescription medication is administered to treat life-threatening symptoms, is inaccessible to an enrolled child.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations, it was determined that the medications were accessible to the enrolled children in the nurses' office. Medications were atop a table in the nurse's office.”

AAC R9-5-306.B. B. A licensee shall: 1. Develop, document, and implement policies and procedures to ensure that a staff member maintains daily documentation of the presence of an enrolled child in an activity area that includes a method to account for any temporary absences of the enrolled child from the activity area, and 2. Maintain the documentation of the presence of enrolled children in an activity area required in subsection (B)(1) on facility premises for 12 months after the date of the documentation.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the roster was not accurate in Room 11 (School-age classroom). There were 25 children present in the classroom but the roster reflected the presence of 24 children.”

AAC R9-5-516.B.3. B. If prescription or nonprescription medications are administered, a licensee shall ensure that:3. A facility director, or a staff member designated in writing by the facility director, does not administer a medication to an enrolled child unless the facility receives written authorization signed by the enrolled child’s parent or health care provider that includes the: a. Name of the enrolled child; b. Type of the medication; c. Prescription number, if any; d. Instructions for administration specifying the: i. Dosage and route of administration; ii. If indicated, starting and ending dates of the dosage period; and iii. Times and frequency of administration; e. Reason for the medication; and f. Date of authorization; and

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the medication consent forms were incomplete and lacked the following required information: Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3: Starting and ending dates of the dosage period. Child #4: The prescription number.”

AAC R9-5-514. D. D. A licensee shall post, near an activity area or a room's designated exit, a building evacuation plan that details the designated exits from the activity area or room and the facility.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations and review of facility documentation, it was determined that an evacuation plan was not posted in Room 11 (School-age classroom), Room 15 (School-age classroom), and Room 23 (School-age classroom).”

AAC R9-5-512.F. F. A licensee shall ensure that:1. Each toilet room in a facility contains, within easy reach of enrolled children: a. Mounted toilet tissue; and b. Except as provided in subsection (G): i. A sink with running water; ii. Soap contained in a dispenser; and iii. Disposable, single-use paper towels in a mounted dispenser, or a mechanical air hand dryer; 2. Staff members wash their hands with soap and running water after toileting; 3. An enrolled child’s hands are washed with soap and running water after toileting; 4. Except for a cup or receptacle used only for water, food waste is stored in a covered container and the container is clean and lined with a plastic bag; 5. Food waste and other refuse is removed from the facility building at least once every 24 hours or more often as necessary to maintain a clean condition and avoid odors; 6. A staff member or an enrolled child does not draw water for human consumption from a toilet room handwashing sink; 7. Toys, materials, and equipment are maintained in a clean condition; 8. Plumbing fixtures are maintained in a clean and working condition; and 9. Chipped or cracked sinks and toilets are replaced or repaired.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations, it was determined that there was uncovered food waste in a trash can in Room 16 (School-age classroom). Additionally, the toilet was not operable in the restroom in Room 19 (School-age classroom) and Room 20 (School-age classroom).”

AAC R9-5-512.A. A. A licensee shall maintain facility premises free of insects and vermin.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observations, it was determined that there was an infestation of ants by the door between Room 25 (School-age classroom) and Room 27 (School-age classroom).”

AAC R9-5-511.A. A. A licensee shall provide each enrolled child who naps or sleeps at the facility with a separate cot or mat or a crib that meets the requirements of R9-5-502(A)(8) and ensure that:1. A cot, mat, or crib used by the enrolled child accommodates the enrolled child’s height and weight; 2. A staff member covers each cot, crib mattress, or mat with a clean sheet that is laundered when soiled, or at least once every seven days and before use by a different enrolled child; 3. A clean blanket or sheet is available for each enrolled child; 4. A rug, carpet, blanket, or towel is not used as a mat; and 5. Each cot, mat, or crib is maintained in a clean and repaired condition.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, it was determined that there was a School-age child asleep on a bean bag in the nurse's office.”

AAC R9-5-208.F. F. A licensee shall not implement any change described under subsection (B) until the Department issues an approval or amended license.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, it was determined that there was a child asleep on a bean bag in the nurse's office which is not a licensed space.”

AAC R9-5-516.G. G. A licensee shall return all unused prescription and nonprescription medications to a parent when the medication prescription date has expired or the medication is no longer being administered to the enrolled child or dispose of the medication if unable to locate the enrolled child's parent after the child's disenrollment

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation and review of facility documentation, it was determined that medication #2 for Child #1 expired on 5/2025 and the medication for Child #5 expired on 1/31/2025.”

AAC R9-5-512.F. F. A licensee shall ensure that:1. Each toilet room in a facility contains, within easy reach of enrolled children: a. Mounted toilet tissue; and b. Except as provided in subsection (G): i. A sink with running water; ii. Soap contained in a dispenser; and iii. Disposable, single-use paper towels in a mounted dispenser, or a mechanical air hand dryer; 2. Staff members wash their hands with soap and running water after toileting; 3. An enrolled child’s hands are washed with soap and running water after toileting; 4. Except for a cup or receptacle used only for water, food waste is stored in a covered container and the container is clean and lined with a plastic bag; 5. Food waste and other refuse is removed from the facility building at least once every 24 hours or more often as necessary to maintain a clean condition and avoid odors; 6. A staff member or an enrolled child does not draw water for human consumption from a toilet room handwashing sink; 7. Toys, materials, and equipment are maintained in a clean condition; 8. Plumbing fixtures are maintained in a clean and working condition; and 9. Chipped or cracked sinks and toilets are replaced or repaired.

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, it was determined that there was uncovered food waste in a trash can in Room 17 (School-age classroom) and the Library.”