Bright Star Academy Schools

Two children's medication was not in the original container labeled with the childs name and date the medication was brought to the operation.

The operation is not checking the fire extinguishers monthly.

The operation had two expired epinephrine auto injectors for children with diagnosed food allergies.

Three children with diagnosed food allergies were missing medication listed on their food allergy plans.

Information obtained throughout the investigation shows that the operation failed to demonstrate good judgment when they had movers come into the building to move large furniture. The furniture was being moved in and out of classrooms and hallways in close proximity to children.

Information obtained throughout the investigation shows that children's napping equipment was moved in front of an exit door due to furniture being moved in and out of the classroom.

Information obtained throughout the investigation shows that caregivers were not able to follow their activity plan to allow children to participate in physical activities due to furniture being stored in the gross motor room and it being too hot to go outside.

Information obtained throughout the investigation shows that chairs were removed from Pre-K and toddler classrooms from the time naptime ended until the end of the day while furniture was being moved and replaced.

One out of the ten children records reviewed were lacking the required immunizations.

The operation had not completed playground maintenance checks for the month of October.

A child safety alarm was no installed in a vehicle that was purchased in 2021 by the new owner.

The last fire inspection was completed in Septemeber 2021.

A fire extinguisher observed in a transportation vehicle was observed to be under the green fill line.

There were 2 bicycles that were observed with cracked and sharp edges during the inspection on the playground. The Director removed them during the inspection, bringing the deficiency into compliance.

A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.

Child Care Regulation was not notified within two days of a communicable disease case at the operation.

One caregiver's records out of ten reviewed did not have up to date CPR & first aid certification.