Description: Mesa Early Learning Preschool Program MELP Preschool Program for children who turn 3 1/2 years of age by August 31st Free program for families whose income meets the income guidelines Tuition is charged for families whose income is higher than the income guidelines Tuition is charged for families who reside outside Mesa Public Schools boundaries Children attend three hours per day, four days a week with no classes on Wednesday Families provide transportation Enrollment on a "first come first served" basis Preschool classes may be offered at advertised locations depending on available funding
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| Survey Date | Date Corrected | Rule/Statute | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-12 | Article 2 | R9-5-203.A. 1-2 |
| Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Surveyors' observations, it was determined that the file for staff #1 lacked documentation of the DCS Central Registry Direct Service Position Affidavit. | |||
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-12 | article 3 | R9-5-306.B.1. |
| Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Surveyors' observations, it was determined that in the outdoor activity area, the roster did not reflect the number of children present (10 children present, 0 children listed on the roster.) A staff member stated that the roster was in the classroom. | |||
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-12 | article 3 | R9-5-309.A.2. |
| Findings: Based on the Surveyors' observations, it was determined that the Licensee lacked documentation of a current violation free fire inspection report as required. | |||
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-12 | article 4 | R9-5-401.4. |
| Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Surveyors' observations, it was determined that staff #1 was an assistant teacher-caregiver at the time of the inspection. Staff #1 was not qualified as an assistant teacher-caregiver because their file lacked documentation of current and continuous enrollment in high school or a high school equivalency program or a high school/high school equivalency diploma. | |||
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-12 | Article 4 | R9-5-402.A.1-12 |
| Findings: Based on the Surveyors' observations, the licensee lacked documentation of a staff file for staff #1 who was an assistant teacher-caregiver at the time of the inspection. * Reference R9-5-301.F., R9-5-403.A. | |||
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-12 | article 5 | R9-5-501.A.19.a.b. |
| Findings: Based on the Surveyors' observations, in Classroom #20, there was a container of Multi-Surface Disinfectant cleaner located on a low shelf near the North wall accessible to enrolled children. | |||
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-12 | Article 5 | R9-5-515.F.3. |
| Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Surveyors' observations, the facility lacked an illness and infestation log. | |||
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-12 | Article 6 | R9-5-603.C.2. |
| Findings: Based on the Surveyors' observations, in the outdoor activity area, the following hazards were accessible to enrolled children: Preschool Playground: *There was peeling rubber laminate with exposed rusty metal located on the 2nd step of the play structure. *There was a crack with sharp edges located on the yellow climbing play structure. | |||
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-12 | Article 6 | R9-5-603.E.1.2. |
| Findings: Based on the Surveyors' observations, the outdoor activity areas lacked the following required resilient surfacing: Preschool Playground *2 of the required 6 inches of loose sand in the fall zones of the swings. *3 of the required 6 inches of loose sand in the fall zones of the small, yellow slide. | |||
| 2021-08-04 | 2021-08-12 | article 5 | R9-5-503.A.1.a.b. |
| Findings: Findings Based on the Surveyors' observations, in the Girl's toilet room, there was an absorbent cloth pad on the diaper changing surface. | |||
| 2021-08-04 | 2021-08-12 | Article 6 | R9-5-605.B.9. |
| Findings: Based on the Surveyors' observations, in Room 8, a fan was located on a wooden shelf accessible to enrolled children. | |||
| 2020-12-01 | 2021-01-11 | Article 1 | A.R.S. 36-883.02.A. |
| Findings: Based on the facility documentation and the Surveyor's observations, it was determined that the file for Staff #1 lacked a valid fingerprint clearance card issued before starting date of employment (DOE 09/24/2020). | |||
| 2020-12-01 | 2021-01-11 | article 3 | R9-5-304.B.1-9. |
| Findings: Based on the facility documentation and the Surveyor's observations it was determined that 7 out of 10 enrolled children's Emergency, Information and Immunization Record cards reviewed lacked the following required information. Child #1: Date of enrollment, the name and contact telephone number of at least two individuals authorized by the child's parent to collect the child from the facility in case of emergency, or if the child's parent cannot be contacted, the name and contact telephone number of the child's health care provider, and the name of the individual to be contacted in case of injury or sudden illness of the child. Child #2: The name and contact telephone number of the child's health care provider, the name of the individual to be contacted in case of injury or sudden illness of the child. Child #3:The name and contact telephone number of a second individual authorized by the child's parent to collect the child from the facility in case of emergency, or if the child's parent cannot be contacted. Child #4 and Child #6: Date of enrollment, and the name of the individual to be contacted in case of injury or sudden illness of the child. Child #5 and Child #7: Date of enrollment. | |||
| 2020-12-01 | 2021-01-11 | article 3 | R9-5-305.B. |
| Findings: Based on the facility documentation and the Surveyor's observations, it was determined that the Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record cards for Child #1 and Child #2 lacked an attached immunization card or exemption affidavit as required. | |||
| 2020-12-01 | 2021-01-11 | article 5 | R9-5-501.C.5.a-k. |
| Findings: Based on the Surveyor's observations, Classroom #20 lacked a posted lesson plan. | |||
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