Description: Haw Creek opened its doors to students in 1977. This new facility replaced the original school located across from the Asheville Mall. In 1992, a cafeteria was constructed and in 1993, interior walls were completed to divide classrooms.
The original goals of the school were developed to offer the best possible education to all children. These goals are updated each year and are written to reflect the changing needs of the student body.
Haw Creek features self-contained classes. Instructional assistants assist the classroom teachers in grades K-3. Students have the opportunity to work with a counselor, art, music, and physical education teacher, as well as a media specialist and resource teachers.
A strong PTA and volunteer program strengthen ties with the community and also support the total education program of the school. There is a unity of spirit and effort in providing a quality education for all students.
The philosophy of the school has been and continues to be one of promoting optimum growth for each child, teacher, and staff member enabling them to meet the challenges of an ever-changing world.
We are a school of approximately 410 students, grades kindergarten through fifth. Our school is nestled in a valley in East Asheville, surrounded by our own woods and nature trail. We are proud of the community spirit and participation that are an integral part of our school environment. Our dedicated staff continues to find creative and innovative ways to engage, encourage and nurture our children. We are pleased to have been named a School of Excellence with Exemplary Growth for the past two years in a row.
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| Date | Type | Violations | Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-02-02 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-02-02 | Violation | 106 | 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) |
| Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. Fire inspection was not scheduled and obtained within twelve (12) months of the previous inspection. The previous inspection was dated 1/29/2023 and the recent inspection was completed on 1/31/2024. | |||
| 2024-02-02 | Violation | 807 | 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) |
| A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Outdoors, the mulch was compacted and low creating tripping hazards around the playground near the cement track. This is a repeat violation | |||
| 2024-02-02 | Violation | 812 | 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) |
| Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Four (4) electrical outlets were uncovered along the hallway route to the playground and two (2) electrical outlets in the cafeteria near the tables that the children use. This is a repeat violation. | |||
| 2024-02-02 | Violation | 859 | .0605(q) |
| Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspection was not completed for January 2024. The last inspection on file was dated 12/15/2023. | |||
| 2023-09-07 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-09-07 | Violation | 526 | 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) |
| Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The menu dated 8/28/23 to 9/1/2023 was posted. The staff member printed and posted the current menu during the visit. | |||
| 2023-09-07 | Violation | 807 | 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) |
| A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Outdoors, the mulch was compacted and low creating tripping hazards around the playground. | |||
| 2023-09-07 | Violation | 812 | 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) |
| Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. One (1) electrical outlet uncovered at the light table. The staff member corrected this during the visit. | |||
| 2023-09-07 | Violation | 840 | .2820(b) |
| All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Lysol wipes located in unlocked cubby in the bathroom. The staff member moved them during the visit to a locked cabinet. | |||
| 2023-02-08 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 705 | .0601(c) |
| Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. One (1) trike outdoors had rust on the handle bars and where the seat connects at the back of the trike. I recommend touching up the paint. | |||
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 812 | 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) |
| Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Electrical outlets in the cafeteria were uncovered. Staff will need to add safety outlet covers to each of the plugs in the cafeteria. | |||
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 1811 | .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) |
| Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. Emergency drill was not conducted at least every three (3) months. The last emergency drill documented was dated 9/7/2022. | |||
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 1899 | .1103(b) |
| Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Staff member FL health and safety trainings were not completed within five (5) years of the previous certificate of completion. | |||
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