Plan to Correct

emailed on 12/18 for completion. Supervisor corrected findings and the allegation was made an additional non-compliance as it was not an original allegation of the complaint. Notice to comply resent on 1/7/26 for completion.

Regulation Description

340:110-3-284(c)(2)(C) - demonstrate prudent and responsible behavior reasonably ensuring children's health and safety;

Plan to Correct

Emailed to program for plan of correction on 12/3/25. Notice to Comply completed and received on 12/15/25: 1. Effective immediately, the center will implement and enforce continuous supervision practices. All teaching personnel will maintain uninterrupted visual and auditory supervision of children at all times, including during classroom activities, restroom use, playground time, meals, naptime, and transition times. 2. All personnel will complete mandatory training on active supervision, child-to-staff rations, and safe monitoring practices. Training will be documented through Oklahoma Registry and our online training Child Care Education Institute. 3. The Center Supervisor/Director or designated Master Teacher in charge in the Center Supervisor's absence will conduct and document daily classroom observations and random supervision checks to verify compliance. Any staff member found in violation of supervision requirements will receive immediate corrective action, up to and including disciplinary measures.

Regulation Description

340:110-3-287(a) - Supervision. Supervision is the function of observing, overseeing, and guiding a child or group of children, including an awareness of, and responsibility for, the ongoing activity of each child, and being near enough to intervene when needed. The program is required to maintain supervision at all times.

Plan to Correct

Emailed to program for Plan of Correction on 12/3/25. Notice to Comply Completed and Returned on 12/15/25. This incident occurred in October 2020 and involved a staff member who is no longer employed at the Okemah Child Development Center. At the time of the incident, the staff member received disciplinary action from the supervisor. Documentation of the corrective action was completed and signed by administration. Although the staff member is no longer with the program, the center recognizes the importance of prompt attention to children's hygiene needs to prevent health risks and ensure proper care. To prevent recurrence, the center has implemented and strengthened the following procedures: All current staff receive training on health, hygiene, and supervision expectations during orientation and annual training. Supervisors, conduct routine classroom monitoring to ensure hygiene needs are address promptly. Written policies regarding hygiene care, diapering, toileting, and handwashing are posted in program and reviewed annually with staff. Staff are required to document and report any concerns regarding children's hygiene needs immediately to the Center Supervisor. Compliance Date: The program remains in compliance as of 12/10/25

Regulation Description

340:110-3-294(a)(1) - Meet needs. Personnel attend promptly to children's personal hygiene needs.

Plan to Correct

Emailed to program for Plan of Correction on 12/3/25 Notice to Comply Completed and returned on 12/15/25. 1. The Center Supervisor/Director Will immediately review all licensing regulation and center policies related to child safety, supervision, and staff conduct. 2. All staff will receive mandatory retraining on: appropriate behavior and interactions with children. Behavior Guidance and discipline policies. Mandated reporting requirements. Child abuse and neglect prevention. 3. The Center Supervisor/Director will conduct and document daily classroom walkthroughs to monitoring staff performance and child safety. 4. CDC Supervisor has conducted a staff meeting with staff and reviewed MCN Standards of Conduct and provided all classrooms with a copy of Licensing Requirements for Child Care Programs.

Regulation Description

340:110-3-284.1(b)(2)(A) - accountable for the day-to-day operation of the program;

Plan to Correct

Emailed to program for Plan of Correction on 12/3/25 Notice to Comply Completed and returned on 12/15/25. 1. All staff will immediately be retrained on A: Positive behavior guidance B: Prohibited discipline practices C: Child abuse and neglect prevention. 2. Staff will review and sign behavior guidance and discipline policies acknowledging understanding.

Regulation Description

340:110-3-284(c)(2)(E) - work with children without physical, psychological, or emotional punishment, mistreatment, or abuse.