Happy Days Montessori Academy

This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure survey conducted at your facility on 04/14/2026. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 10 business days of receipt. The facility is licensed for 62 Children as a Center. The census at the time of the survey was 23 children and 6 staff. 10 children’s files were reviewed, and 8 staff files were reviewed. Reminders: If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 tracking system to monitor each child’s immunization status upon Based on file review conducted, it was enrollment and on an ongoing basis. observed that children were missing Lead teacher will conduct routine immunizations or religious exemption reviews of all children’s files to forms for all required immunizations. ensure records remain current and Please refer to child identifier list for complete. name of child. Please request that 3. Who will be responsible? The lead teacher is responsible for child’s parent schedule an appointment reviewing, tracking, and maintaining for these shots an

The facility is licensed for 62 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 26 children. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: Title: Date: REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE

The facility is licensed for 62 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 18 children. 10 child's files and 9 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: KATHY SITT Title: Director Date: 04/21/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE Green turf/padding is coming loose on the large playground structure, and poses a potential tripping hazard. Repair the turf/padding, and then upload visual proof of repair in the Plan of Correction (POC) by 5/6/2025.

The facility is licensed for 62 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 16 children. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: Title: Date: REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE

This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the complaint investigation conducted at your facility on 5/14/2024. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 5 business days of receipt. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 62 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 23 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: KATHY SITT Title: Director Date: 11/15/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE 2854 B. WING _______________________ 05/14/2024 HAPPY DA... Based on interview the facility failed to ensure that the staff enhanced the behavior of the children through positive guidance, redirection and setting clear cut limits on behavior and ensuring that physical punishment in any manner or form was used. During the complaint investigation it was found that a staff member threatened to bite a child after the child bit a classmate. Please submit a plan of correction stating how the facility will ensure future non-compliance does not occur.

The facility is licensed for 62 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 29 children. 10 child's files and 11 staff files were reviewed. NAC 310 1. Every member of the staff of a facility, NAC 310 Correction: 04/22/202 including a volunteer, and each resident of TB Test for 4 the facility shall present to the director of Vanessa M. the facility, to be placed in the person’s file, Shaleena A. written evidence that the person is free from Luise B. communicable tuberculosis. The evidence Belkis S.C. must be in the form of a report which states They all finished their TB tes The following staff did not have a current TB slip on file. Obtain a current TB slip for each staff, and then upload a copy of the TB slips in the Plan of Correction (POC) by 4/29/24: Vanessa M. Shaleena A. Luise B. Belkis S.C. *Ensure that TB tests are in the staff files upon starting, and renewed every 2 years prior to expiration.

ThisStatement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site Statelicensure survey conducted at your facility on 10/30/2023. The facility is licensed for 62 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 22 children. 15 children’s files and 10 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: KATHY SITT Title: Director Date: 11/10/2023 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE Two staff present during the inspection were not in NABS, add staff into NABS. Staff should be added into NABS within 24 hours of their first day. NAC "3. The licensee of a facility shall hold: NAC Missing Fire drill was found, scan and 11/07/202 280.3 (a) A fire drill at least once every month; and 280.3 uploaded to the system. 3 (b) A drill for natural disasters at least once The school head teacher should make sure every 3 months." and maintan an update fire drill monthly. The facility had no record that a fire drill was held at least once every month. Hold fire drills as required and comp The records were not available for review during the inspection. Please complete the drills and upload the logs into the plan of correction. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS NAC Two of the required orientation check list 11/07/202 320.1 432A.177 , within the first 2 weeks after 320.1 have been signed and uploaded. 3 commencing employment, newly employed Head teacher Ms. Cheryl should check and members of the staff of a facility must be follow up with each new hires accordingly. given a written and oral orientation program and be trained in the policies, procedures and programs of th Based on staff binder review, Candy and Jessica need orientation checklist, please upload the documents into the plan of correction. 2854 B. WING _______________________ 10/30/2023 HAPPY DAYS MONTESSORI ACADEMY 2 Based on staff binder review, Melonica, Kathy and Jessica need negative TB test results, please upload the records into the plan of correction. Staff cannot be in the center until the results are provided. NRS 230 NRS 230 Two immunizations have updated and 11/10/202 Certificate of immunization prerequisite to loaded. 3 admission to child care facility; conditional Parent informed no immunization for their admission; report to Health Division. Except children due to religious purpose which as otherwise provided in NRS 432A.235 for mother will bring in letter to prove. In the accommodation faci Based on children's files review, a total of four children need updated vaccination records, please refer to the identification list to obtain names and upload the records into the plan of correction. NAC NAC Evaluation has done and uploaded. 11/08/202 430.3 3. In addition to the written assessment plan 430.3 All new students should be evaluated by 3 which is developed pursuant to subsection their classroom teachers within the 1st 2, each facility described in subsection 1 month of joing the school. shall, within 3 months after a child enrolls in All other students should be evaluated twice t Based on children's files review, one child needs assessment, please refer to the identification list to obtain names and upload the document into the plan of correction. 2854 B. WING _______________________ 10/30/2023 The records were not available for review during the inspection. Please upload the carpet cleaning lo. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 A verble warning has giving to the team. 11/08/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to Leaving a child unattended is a team's 3 provide physical care, supervision and effort, all teachers should work as a team to individual attention to each child and allow ensure all children's safty. A safety rule also time for interaction between the staff and will add to the Teacher's Handbook to the children to promote the children ' s ensure this will not happen again. 2854 B. WING _______________________ 10/30/2023 HAPPY DAYS MONTESSORI ACADEMY 2301 LAS VERDES STREET, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89102 social competence, emotional well-be... Based on observation, one child was unattended in the classroom, while the teachers and class were outside in the playground. Children must be supervised at all times.

The facility is licensed for 62 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 18 children. 15 children’s files and 9 staff files were reviewed. *Please make sure that you keep sick children away from other children. The following staff need continuing training hours by 5/31/2023, please email the certificates. -Vanessa -4 Sharlena -24 Steve -9 Melonica -1 If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: KATHY SITT Title: Director Date: 05/22/2 Please drain and clean the water fountain located in the playground. Upload pictures into the plan of correction. NAC 310 1. Every member of the staff of a facility, NAC 310 Lorena's negative TB test results has 05/15/202 including a volunteer, and each resident of retrieved and print, filed to staff folder. It's 3 the facility shall present to the director of also uploaded into the plan of correction. the facility, to be placed in the person’s file, Head teacher Ms Cheryl will check and written evidence that the person is free from make sure all staff with updated record in communicable tube Based on staff binder review, Lorena needs negative TB test results. Please upload the document into the plan of correction. NRS 230 NRS 230 The six children's updated vaccination 05/15/202 Certificate of immunization prerequisite to records have collected from parents and 3 admission to child care facility; conditional filed to each of their file. Scan copies also admission; report to Health Division. Except uploaded into the plan of correction on May as otherwise provided in NRS 432A.235 for 15, 2023. accommodation facilities: Head teacher Ms Cheryl will check and 1. Except as otherwise pro Based on children's files review, a total of six children need updated vaccination records, please refer to the identification list to obtain names and upload the records into the plan of correction.

The facility is licensed for 62 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 80 children. 15 children’s files and 7 staff files were reviewed. This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure survey conducted at your facility on 11/23/22 **Facility staff and children enjoying family style dining. Facility is neat and clean. Commonly Used Acroynms Plan Of Corrections (POC) Nevada Automated Backgrounds System (NABS) Child Care Licensing (CCL) If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after recei Based on observation during inspection, facility failed to recognize or eliminate hazards for the safety of children as by the following: 1. In Toddler Classroom, standing white cabinet containing chemicals in access of children. Ensure facility staff is aware of how to recognize and eliminate hazards. Upload picture of correction to POC. NAC 306 1. Every caregiver in a child care facility NAC 306 Due to family issue, one of my staff had to 12/05/202 must: return to her home country for a sick family 2 (a) Be at least 16 years of age; member that she couldn't renew her registry (b) Be able to Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that within 90 days of hire each employee had a completed application or renewal of Nevada Registry membership. Ensure staff members complete application for Nevada Registry within required time. Have employees complete application, and upload into POC. Obtain and upload Current Nevada Registry membership that was not present for staff noted below : Theja W. Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to have a health statement signed by a registered nurse or physician within the due date of 30 days after admission for children listed. Child #11, #12, #13 Ensure to follow enrollment requirements of obtaining health statement within required time frame. Obtain missing health statements and upload in Plan Of Corrections for child listed on identification list. NRS 230 NRS 230 Updated Immunization has uploaded to 12/05/202 Certificate of immunization prerequisite to POC on Nov. 30, 22. 2 admission to child care facility; conditional He Based on record review and interview, the facility admitted children who were not up to date with immunizations or for whom no record was present. Ensure immunizations records are up to date per state immunization guide. Collect new immunization records of children below and upload to POC. Child #1, #2, #3, #9 NAC 430 1. Each facility, including, without limitation, NAC 430 Evaluation has been done and 12/05/202 a family home and a group home, shall corresponding evaluation form is uploaded. 2 have an early care and education program. Head teacher will double checked with the 2. Each facility Based on observations, interview, and review of records, the facility did not assess each child within the first 3 months of child’s enrollment in the facility or repeat assessments bi-annually. Child #1, #6, #7, #8, #9 #10, #13, #14, #15 Ensure facility complete assessments with date within first 3 months of attendance and bi- annually. Complete assessments for children listed above, and upload to POC.

The facility is licensed for 62 children as a Center. Thecensus at the time of investigation was 21 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: Title: Date: REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE

The facility is licensed for 62 children as Center The census at the time of survey was 23 children. 15 children’s files and 8 staff files were reviewed. This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site Annual State licensure survey conducted at your facility on 05/09/22. **Surveyor observed happy children and staff. Smooth If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: KATHY SITT Title: Director Date: 05/25/2022 REPRESENTATIVE'S S Based on observation and record review, the facility failed to have staff members supervised that does not have an full background clearance, Eligibility Memo. Uswata Vanessa NAC 260 1. To maintain his or her license, the NAC 260 Teacher will apply with health age licensee must ensure that his or her facility requirements; 1 to under 2 years old will meets all standards for environmental stay at the baby playground. health which are established by the Head teacher Ms. Cheryl will ensure the Division. rule is executed all time effective on 2. Reports of inspections concerning the 5/15/2022. sa Based on observation and record review, the facility failed to apply with health age requirements as posted on the playground. 1. 1 year olds on playground for 2 year olds to 12 year olds. 2854 B. WING _______________________ 05/09/2022 HAPPY DAYS MONTESSORI ACADEMY 2301 LAS VERDES STREET, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89102 NAC 250 1. Except as otherwise provided in this NAC 250 On May 11, 2022, the facility maintainance 05/31/202 subsection, subsection 3 and NRS has fixed the playground including the nails 2 432A.078 in each facility there must be: and the mapping. (a) At least 35 square feet of indoor space for each child, exclusive of bathrooms, Head teacher Ms Cheryl Peries will do halls, kitchen, stairs, storage spaces, monthly inspections on the playground to multipurpose rooms and gymnasiums ... Based on observation during inspection, the facility to ensure playground is are is free of hazards and debris; as evidenced by: • On Infant/Toddler Playground, hose accessible to children, and causing tripping hazard. • On Twos and up Playground, bikes and riding toys in disrepair. Replace all items in disrepair. • On Twos and up Playground, water fountain lower area in disrepair. • On Twos and up Playground, balls for decoration in disrepair, in need of removal. • On Twos and up Playground, barriers for play structure are in PRINT Based on observation, the facility is out of compliance for the fololwing: 1. Sign in sheets failed to be with teachers in the classroom. 2. Certificate of Compliance Expired. 3. Several fire extinguishers failed to be serviced within 1 year time frame. 2854 B. WING ___________ The classroom head teacher Ms. Cheryl have posted more photos on 5/11/2022. Basedon observation on facility staff failed to recognize and eliminate hazards tothe safety of the children. 1. In bathroom, toilet sheet in disrepair. 2. In Infant/Toddler Room bench cushion in need of cleaning. 3. In Infant/Toddler Room items blocking exits. Place in storage if not in daily use. 4. In 3-5 year old room, foam wall in reading area in disrepair. 2854 B. WING _______________________ 05/09/2022 HAPPY DAYS MONTESSORI ACADEMY 2301 LAS VERDES STREET, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89102 NAC 323 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 323 1. Kathy S. - initial wellness and yearly 05/25/202 432A.521 and NRS 432A.177, within 120 wellness 2 days after commencing his or her Kathy took the wellness class on employment... Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure thatwithin 120 days of hire each employee completed the required hours of 2854 B. WING _______________________ 05/09/2022 HAPPY DAYS MONTESSOR Based on record review and interview, the facility did not have a health statement signed by a registered nurse or physician within 30 days after admission for children listed. Child #2 #3, #8 NAC 376 Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 376 432A.585: Containers of Vaseline has removed from 1. Each prescribed medication must: the cabinet by Ms. Theja. (a) Be kept in the original container which Infant room as done a major cleanup on must have a child-proof lid; May 10, 2022. (b) Be plainly labeled; We don't give over the counter medication (c) Contain the name of the child or adult for to Based on observation and interview, prescribed medication failed to beplainly labeled with prescription containing the name of the child for whom itwas prescribed or have accompanying prescription document for child. 2854 B. WING _______________________ 05/09/2022 NAME OF PROV Based on observation during inspection, facility failed to ensure containers not labeled with contents, and children water containers had proper label with first and last name. NAC 390 1. Every licensee of a facility shall develop a NAC 390 Infant/toddler area materials were removed 05/25/202 program to meet the basic needs of children from from outdoor play due to soccer 2 for: practice during inspection. (a) Good health and normal physical Materials has moved back to the playground development; on 5/10/2022. More materials and PR Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure the infant/toddler area had insufficient materials for outdoor play. NAC 430 1. Each facility, including, without limitation, NAC 430 Weekly lesson plans have posted in each a family home and a group home, shall classroom on 5/16/2022. have an early care and education program. Complete assessments twice a year for 2. Each facility described in subsection 1 each child will be ensured by director shall develop a written assessment plan effective immediately. which is designed to, without limitation: (a) Identify the interests and needs of each Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure weekly lesson plans for each classroom, and complete assessments twice a year. NAC 416 1. Each member of the staff of a facility that NAC 416 A sign of "Children over 18 months sleeps is necessary to meet the applicable on a mat" is post at the infant/toddler requirement for the ratio of caregivers to classroom. children set forth in Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to have an appropriate sleeping device for children over 18 months. 1. Almost 2 year old sleeping in playpen. Children over 18 months need to sleep on an age appropriate device like an approved mat or cot. NAC 340 1. Procedures for admission must provide NAC 340 2 children's emergency evacuation permit 05/24/202 Basedon interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that each childhad a written authorization signed by a parent which allows emergency andmedical care. 2854 B. WING _______________________ 05/09/2022

The facility is licensed for 62 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 26 children. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: Title: Date: REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE

The facility is licensed for 62 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 18 children. 10 child's files and 9 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: KATHY SITT Title: Director Date: 04/21/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE Green turf/padding is coming loose on the large playground structure, and poses a potential tripping hazard. Repair the turf/padding, and then upload visual proof of repair in the Plan of Correction (POC) by 5/6/2025.

This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the complaint investigation conducted at your facility on 5/14/2024. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 5 business days of receipt. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 62 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 23 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: KATHY SITT Title: Director Date: 11/15/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE 2854 B. WING _______________________ 05/14/2024 HAPPY DA... Based on interview the facility failed to ensure that the staff enhanced the behavior of the children through positive guidance, redirection and setting clear cut limits on behavior and ensuring that physical punishment in any manner or form was used. During the complaint investigation it was found that a staff member threatened to bite a child after the child bit a classmate. Please submit a plan of correction stating how the facility will ensure future non-compliance does not occur.