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Colorado’s Department of Early Childhood lists each program’s complaints on its Colorado Shines page, with the department’s verdict on each and a report behind it, going back about three years. Older complaints are released only on request. The department does not rank complaints by severity in either place.
Supervisory visit · February 3, 2026
2.230.C.8 · Correction due February 3, 2026
Exposed weed matting in multiple places around the main climber on the Preschool playground posing a potential tripping hazard. Observed a cracked plastic caterpillar on the Toddler Playground to have sharp edges posing a potential saftey hazard.
Required correction: All outdoor areas must be checked daily and kept safe and free from hazards. Correct by 2/3/26. Staff cut the exposed weed matting and staff taped the sharp edges on the caterpillar mitigating the risk for injury while the Licensing Specialists were present. Corrected at the time of inspection. No response necessary. Correct by 02/03/2026
2.229.G
A container of loose plastic bags, accessible to children on a lower shelf, above the cubbies in the Sunshine Express classroom. Observed 2 rolls of loose plastic bags in an unlocked lower cupboard, accessible to children in the Cherub's classroom.
2.220.J · Correction due February 3, 2026
Two expired epi-pens and one expired container of Benadryl in the Sunshine Kids classroom.
Required correction: If a medication is out of date or left over, the parent(s)/guardian(s) is responsible for picking up the medication. If the parent(s)/guardian(s) do not respond, the center must dispose of the medications as required by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Correct by 2/3/26. Document compliance to Specialist by Correct by 02/03/2026
2.229.C · Correction due February 3, 2026
A container of Dawn Soap, labeled keep out of reach of children, in a lower unlocked cabinet, accessible to children in the Lions Classroom.
Required correction: Items labeled keep out of reach of children must be inaccessible to children. Correct by 2/3/26. Staff locked the cabinet the contained the Dawn Soap. Corrected at the time of inspection. No response necessary. Correct by 02/03/2026
2.120.I
Reviewed 36 staff files and observed staff member #29 to have an expired TRAILS background check.
2.121.D.5 · Correction due February 3, 2026
Reviewed 36 staff files and observed staff members #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #8, #10, #29, #36 to have an expired FBI background check.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #8, #10, #29, #36 have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI, for staff members #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #8, #10, #29, #36 with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 2/3/26. Document compliance to Specialist by 3/3/26. Correct by 02/03/2026
2.213.F · Correction due March 3, 2026
Reviewed 36 staff files and observed staff member #17 to be missing the First Aid and CPR module.
Required correction: Complete a Department approved First Aid and CPR module. Correct by 3/3/26. Document compliance to Specialist by 3/3/26. Correct by 03/03/2026
Reviewed 36 staff files and observed staff members #4, #5, #26 to have an expired child abuse prevention training.
2.213.J · Correction due March 3, 2026
Reviewed 36 staff files and observed the Director/Staff Member #24 to be missing the Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training.
Required correction: Complete the department approved Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training. Correct by 3/3/26. Document compliance to Specialist by 3/3/26. Correct by 03/03/2026
2.213.K · Correction due March 3, 2026
Reviewed 36 staff files and observed the Director/Staff Member #24 to be missing the Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation.
Required correction: Complete the department approved Introduction to Child Care and Health Consultation. Correct by 3/3/26. Document compliance to Specialist by 3/3/26. Correct by 03/03/2026
Supervisory visit · March 5, 2025
2.220.G · Correction due March 5, 2025
In the Sonshine Express classroom an Individual Health Care plan that stated the child needs Citrizne. The medication was not available to staff trained in administering medication.
Required correction: All medications must be available to trained staff in administering medication. Send verification with written response to Specialist. Correct by 03/05/2025
2.212.G
Reviewed thirty eight (38) staff files and observed Sarah L., Jenesis F. and Malita D. to be missing a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider.
2.230.B · Correction due March 5, 2025
In the Lions and Lambs classroom a packing tape dispenser with sharp edge inside an unlocked lower drawer accessible to children.
Required correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Send verification with written response to Specialist. The facility Director corrected the violation at the time of the inspection by locking the drawer. No response is necessary. Correct by 03/05/2025
2.229.L · Correction due March 5, 2025
In the Lions and Lambs classroom a box of paper clips and triple A batteries inside an unlocked lower drawer accessible to children, posing a potential choking hazard.
Required correction: Toys, toys parts, furnishings, and any materials accessible to children under then three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard. Send verification with written response to Specialist. Correct immediately. Send verification with written response to Specialist. The facility Director corrected the violation at the time of the inspection by locking the drawer. No response is necessary. Correct by 03/05/2025
An Epi-pen inside a clear box on the ground of the playground accessible to children, posing a potential
2.219.B.2 · Correction due April 5, 2025
Reviewed twenty five (25) children files and observed one (1) file to have an expired health statement. The health statement on file was dated: 01/17/2024.
Required correction: Obtain one (1) health statement signed and dated by the child's health care provider. Send verification with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/05/2025
2.121.D.4.a
Reviewed thirty eight (38) staff files and observed Nancy K.'s file to be missing an FBI clearance letter.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's
2.213.B · Correction due March 5, 2025
Reviewed thirty eight (38) staff files and observed Emily B. file to be missing a Department-approved standard precautions training.
Required correction: Obtain a Department-approved standard standard precautions training for Emily B. Send verification with written response to Specialist. Correct by 03/05/2025
2.213.G · Correction due March 5, 2025
Reviewed thirty eight (38) staff files and observed Emily B. file to be missing a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention. Emily B. date of hire: 06/24/2021.
Required correction: Obtain a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention for Emily B. Send verification with written response to Specialist. Correct by 03/05/2025
2.213.H
Reviewed thirty eight (38) staff files and observed Emily B. file to be missing a Department-approved course: Introducton to Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. Emily B. date of hire: 06/24/2021.
2.214.A · Correction due March 5, 2025
Reviewed thirty eight (38) staff files and observed no staff member with a large center director qualfication letter issued by the Department.
Required correction: Obtain a large center director qualification letter issued by the Department and designate a qualified Director. Send verification with written response to Specialist. Correct by 03/05/2025
Supervisory visit · April 3, 2024
2.220.J · Correction due April 3, 2024
Expired medication in Sunshine Kids (exp 1/2024) & an expired emergency medication (8/2023) in the Rainbow clasroom,
Required correction: If medicatiom is out of date of or left over, the parent's/guardians is responsioble for pickig up the medication. If parenst so not respons, the center must dispose of the medication as required by CDPHE. Correct immediately, 4/3/24. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.121.D.5
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files: the following staff missing the FBI background check renewal background checks done every 5 years: Theresa M. Matlaida D; Patty M; Stacy S; Leslie H; Penny R; Andrea G; Julia B; Heather G; Jessica B; Rhonda O; Etlva P; Emily G; Shondra R.
2.220.E · Correction due April 3, 2024
A child's health authorization for medication (expired 2/23)
Required correction: On going medication, must have annual authorization and consent and any changes require a new written order by perscribing practiioner. Correct immediately, 4/3/24. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.221.C · Correction due April 3, 2024
In classroom Sunshine Express sunscreen and ointments for individual children not labeled with children's first and last names.
Required correction: When supplied for an individual child, the sunscreen must be labeled with the child's first and last names. Correct immediately, 4/3/24. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.229.L
A container with small broken pieces of crayons in the Rainbow classroom with children under the age of 3 years posing a potential choking hazard.
2.212.N · Correction due April 3, 2024
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files, Observed all staff missing a signed statement indicating that they have read and have been trained on the centers administration of medication policies and procedures.
Required correction: Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be trained of the center's policies and procedures for the administration of medication. Staff must sign a statement indicating that they have read and have been training on the center's administration of medication and policies and procedures. Correct immediately, 4/3/24. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.133.B · Correction due April 3, 2024
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files: Observed all staff missing a signed acknowledgment that they have been trained in fire safety and the use of available fire extinguishers.
Required correction: Each staff member of the facility must be trained in fire safety and the use of available fire extiguisher and fire alarms A signed staff for verification. Correct immediately, 4/3/24. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files; the following staff: Veronica B. & Hailey M; Marie B; Malita D; Lelani S; Fatima M; Nancy K; Paulina D; Terry A; missing child abuse training.
2.213.H · Correction due May 3, 2024
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files: The following staff missing Early Intervention and preschool special education programs: Stacy S; ;hire date was 1.28.2018, Malita D; ;hire date was 3.20.2022, Lelani S; 2.26.2024, Rachel R; ;hire date was 9.13.202q Paulina D; ;hire date was 12.5.2023, Shaelyn F; ;hire date was 5. Michelle V; ;hire date was 1.22.2024, Terry A; ;hire date was 3.13.2017 Audry O; ;hire date was 3.23.2020.
Required correction: Within 90 days of employment, all staff required to register with PDIS (section 2.208 (D)) must complete the Department approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing trainings. Document compliance to Specialist by 5//24. Correct by 05/03/2024
2.219.B.2
In reviewing 26 children's files: 1 missing health statement enrolled 2/23) and 1 expired health statement (5/22)
2.219.B.1 · Correction due April 3, 2024
In reviewing 26 children's files: 1 missing immunization (enrolled 6/21) and 1 immuization not on approved form.
Required correction: At the time of admission, Parents/guardians must provide immunization information on Colorado Department of Health & Environment approved form or certificate. Correct immediately, 4/3/24. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.209.A.8 · Correction due April 3, 2024
In reviewing in 26 children's files: Observed 1 child missing authorization for field trips, transportation, topical authorization, policy authorization (enrolled 11/21)
Required correction: An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of admission. This record must be updated annually when changes occur. The admission record must include: written authorization obtained in advance of the event from a parent/guardian, for a child to participate in field trips, special activities, whether scheduled or unscheduled, whether walking or riding. Correct immediately. 4/3/24. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/2/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.120.I · Correction due April 3, 2024
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files: the following staff missing the abuse & neglect inquiry background checks done every 5 year: Patty M; Linda SH; Stacy S; Leslie H; Teresa M; Nancy K; Carol P; Arabia T; Penny R; Lorrian B; Julie B; Andrea G; Katelyn B; Heather B; Jessica B; Jodi C; Heather B; Rhonda O; Etleva P; Terry A; Deborah B; Emily G; Carmen B; Shaondra R;
Required correction: Every Five years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by re-submitting an inquiry form and current fee to the Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before the 5 yeas from the date reflected on the current clearance letter. Correct immediately, 4/3/24. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.220.A · Correction due April 3, 2024
Expired medication and child health care plan not signed by parents or guardians in Classroom 136.
Required correction: Any unexpired routine medication, must be adminstreted only with a current written order of a health care provider and with written parental consent. Correct immediately, 4/3/24. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.120.D · Correction due April 3, 2024
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files: the following staff missing Trails abuse & neglect clearance letters. Melissa B; Michelle V; Julie W; Audry O. Melissa B; hire date was 6.01.2022, Michelle V;hire date was 01.22.2024, Julie W; hire date was Audry O. hire date was 03.23.2020.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS for staff members with written response to Specialist once completed. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.216.B.1.c
The following staff working in the infant room without documentation of orientation: Stacy S; Rachel R. Penny R, Pauline D. Lelani S, Fatima M; Erica D., Tonya J, Michelle B; Julie W.
Required correction: Prior to working with infants and todders, each teacher must children, the complete eight 8 hours of orientation
2.121.J.1 · Correction due April 3, 2024
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files: the following staff missing out of state background checks: Loreaine B; Tonya J; Kayla S; Terry A; Audry O; Veronica B.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Loreaine B; Tonya J; Kayla S; Terry A; Audry O; Veronica B. have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State background check/ Out of State Clearance Letters) for staff members Loreaine B; Tonya J; Kayla S; Terry A; Audry O; Veronica B. with written response to Specialist upon completion. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.213.C · Correction due April 3, 2024
The following staff; Marie M; working with infants and no current Safe Sleep Training:
Required correction: Staff working with infants must complete a Department approved Safe sleep training prior to working with infants less than 12 months. This training must be renewed annually. Correct immediately, 4/3/24. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
The following staff: Malita D; Lelani S; Fatima M; Paulina D; working with children under the age of 3 years missing Prevention of Shaken baby/abusive head trauma training.
2.213.L · Correction due May 3, 2024
The following forty-six (46) staff missing the 1 hour of Child Development Training: Christine C; ;hire date was 5.15.2022, Lelani S; ;hire date was 2.26.2024, Rachel R; ;hire date was 9.13.2021, Paulina D; ;hire date was 12.5.2023, Shannon G; ;hire date was 7.15.2019, Shaelyn F; ;hire date was 5.21.2016, Ericia D; ;hire date was 9.1.2023, Melissa B; ;hire date was 6.1.2022, Tonya J; ;hire date was 11.2.2022, Michelle V; ;hire date was 1.22.2023, Julia W; ;hire date was 6.17.2021, Linda V; ;hire date was 4.18.2023, Audry O; ;hire date was 3.23.2020
Required correction: All staff must have at least 1 hour of child development training within 90 days of employment. This training must include the major domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physcial developmeny approaches to learning.) This training as required opnce and will count towards ongoing training requirements if taken after the date of hire. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 05/03/2024
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files: the following staff missing FEMA training: Lelani S;;hire date was 2.24.24, Paulina D; ;hire date was 12.5.23 Shaelyn F; ;hire date was 5.12.2016, Ericia D; ;hire date was 9.1.2023, Tonya J; ;hire date was 11.2.2022, Michelle V; ;hire date was 6.1.2022, Kayla S; ;hire date was 3.23.2020, Linda V; ;hire date was 4.18.2023, Melita D. 3.30.2022.
2.213.F · Correction due April 3, 2024
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files observed staff member: Haliey M. missing CPR & First Aid module.
Required correction: Within 30 days of employment, all employees caring for children, not required in rule to be vertified in First Aid and CPR must complete the Departmeny approved inroudction to First Aid & CPR. This module must be renewed every two years. Correct immediately, 4/3/24. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.121.D.4
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files the following staff missing CBI background checks: Michelle B; Kayla S; Audry O; Matalida O; Michelle B; Michelle B. hire date was 01.22.2024 Kayla S; hire date was 3.23.2020, Audry O; ;hire date was 3.23.2020 Matalida O; ;hire date was 3.30.2022.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Michelle B; Kayla S; Audry O; Matalida O have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI background check for staff members Michelle B;
2.213.B · Correction due April 3, 2024
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files, the following staff missing or expired Standard Precautions: Lelani S; Fatima M; Paulina D; Michelle V; Malita D.
Required correction: All staff must complete a Department approved Standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development. Correct immediately, 4/3/24. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.213.I · Correction due May 3, 2024
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files, the following staff: Stacy S. ;hire date was 1.28.2018, Theresa M; ;hire date was 9.4.2018, Melita D; ;hire date was 3.20.2022, Lelani S; ;hire date was 2.26.2024, Paulina D; ;hire date was 12.5.2023, Shaelyn F; ;hire date was 5.21.2016, Michelle V. ;hire date was 1.22.2024, Terry A; ;hire date was 3.13.2017, Audry O; ;hire date was 3.23.2020, missing Recognizing the impact of Bias.
Required correction: Within 90 days, all staff required to register with PDIS and must complete the Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals. Document compliance to Specialist by 5/3/24. Correct by 05/03/2024
2.210.A
In reviewing forty-six (46) staff files: the following staff members Tonya J, hire date 11.2.2022, and Michelle V. hire date 1.22./2024 missing all the required documentations.
2.212.G · Correction due May 3, 2024
The following staff missing a medical: Patti M; (DOH 7/24/96); Lelani S. (DOH 2/26/24); Fatima M.( DOH 2/26/24); Paulina D.(DOH 12/25/23); Kayla D. (DOH 3/20/23) Tonya J (DOH 11/2/22; Michelle V (DOH 1/23/24); Linda V. (DOH 4/18/23); Audry O. (DOH 3/23/20) Malitita D. (DOH 3/20/22)
Required correction: Obtain a madical statement dated and signed by a helath care provider for staff members Patti M; Lelani S. Fatima M.; Paulina Kayla D. Tonya J Michelle V LindaV. Audry O. Malitita D. Send verification with written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/03/2024
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