MEANINGFUL BEGINNINGS DEVELOPMENT CTR.

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25On April 2, 2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Van and Badger met with lead teacher Elizabeth Vivar (Gaby) for an unannounced annual inspection. The purpose of the inspection was explained, and the center staff granted LPA entry to the facility. The director, Luisa Baj, arrived during the inspection. This is a combination center with preschool and infant & toddler programs. Two qualified teachers and a teacher's aide supervised 26 preschool children. The facility complies with the staff-children ratio today. The days and operations hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. All staff members present during the inspection had their criminal record clearances verified through the CDSS Guardian Background Check site and were found to have eligible clearance status. LPAs toured and inspected the physical plant with the director to identify potential health and safety hazards. The facility is well-maintained and has proper heating, lighting, and ventilation. The center is currently utilizing an electronic sign-in and sign-out application called Brightwheel. Upon reviewing the records, it has been confirmed that each parent was provided with a unique individual code. The parents' legal names and corresponding time stamps were recorded during the sign-in and sign-out processes. Continued on page 2... NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Garfield Leung NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Brendon Van LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025 This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years. LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)Page: 1 of 5 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form. DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies: Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care. Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care. PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency. CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given. CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity. PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The st

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25On April 2, 2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Van and Badger met with lead teacher Elizabeth Vivar (Gaby) for an unannounced annual inspection. The purpose of the inspection was explained, and the center staff granted LPA entry to the facility. The director, Luisa Baj, arrived during the inspection. This is a combination center with preschool and infant & toddler programs. Two qualified teachers and a teacher's aide supervised 26 preschool children. The facility complies with the staff-children ratio today. The days and operations hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. All staff members present during the inspection had their criminal record clearances verified through the CDSS Guardian Background Check site and were found to have eligible clearance status. LPAs toured and inspected the physical plant with the director to identify potential health and safety hazards. The facility is well-maintained and has proper heating, lighting, and ventilation. The center is currently utilizing an electronic sign-in and sign-out application called Brightwheel. Upon reviewing the records, it has been confirmed that each parent was provided with a unique individual code. The parents' legal names and corresponding time stamps were recorded during the sign-in and sign-out processes. Continued on page 2... NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Garfield Leung NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Brendon Van LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025 This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years. LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)Page: 1 of 5 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form. DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies: Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care. Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care. PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency. CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given. CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity. PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The st

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25On April 2, 2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Van and Badger met with lead teacher Elizabeth Vivar (Gaby) for an unannounced annual inspection. The purpose of the inspection was explained, and the center staff granted LPA entry to the facility. The director, Luisa Baj, arrived during the inspection. This is a combination center with preschool and infant & toddler programs. Two qualified teachers and a teacher's aide supervised 26 preschool children. The facility complies with the staff-children ratio today. The days and operations hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. All staff members present during the inspection had their criminal record clearances verified through the CDSS Guardian Background Check site and were found to have eligible clearance status. LPAs toured and inspected the physical plant with the director to identify potential health and safety hazards. The facility is well-maintained and has proper heating, lighting, and ventilation. The center is currently utilizing an electronic sign-in and sign-out application called Brightwheel. Upon reviewing the records, it has been confirmed that each parent was provided with a unique individual code. The parents' legal names and corresponding time stamps were recorded during the sign-in and sign-out processes. Continued on page 2... NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Garfield Leung NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Brendon Van LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025 This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years. LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)Page: 1 of 5 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form. DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies: Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care. Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care. PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency. CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given. CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity. PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The st

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25On April 2, 2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Van and Badger met with lead teacher Elizabeth Vivar (Gaby) for an unannounced annual inspection. The purpose of the inspection was explained, and the center staff granted LPA entry to the facility. The director, Luisa Baj, arrived during the inspection. This is a combination center with preschool and infant & toddler programs. Two qualified teachers and a teacher's aide supervised 26 preschool children. The facility complies with the staff-children ratio today. The days and operations hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. All staff members present during the inspection had their criminal record clearances verified through the CDSS Guardian Background Check site and were found to have eligible clearance status. LPAs toured and inspected the physical plant with the director to identify potential health and safety hazards. The facility is well-maintained and has proper heating, lighting, and ventilation. The center is currently utilizing an electronic sign-in and sign-out application called Brightwheel. Upon reviewing the records, it has been confirmed that each parent was provided with a unique individual code. The parents' legal names and corresponding time stamps were recorded during the sign-in and sign-out processes. Continued on page 2... NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Garfield Leung NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Brendon Van LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025 This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years. LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)Page: 1 of 5 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form. DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies: Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care. Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care. PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency. CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given. CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity. PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The st

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25On April 2, 2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Van and Badger met with lead teacher Elizabeth Vivar (Gaby) for an unannounced annual inspection. The purpose of the inspection was explained, and the center staff granted LPA entry to the facility. The director, Luisa Baj, arrived during the inspection. This is a combination center with preschool and infant & toddler programs. Two qualified teachers and a teacher's aide supervised 26 preschool children. The facility complies with the staff-children ratio today. The days and operations hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. All staff members present during the inspection had their criminal record clearances verified through the CDSS Guardian Background Check site and were found to have eligible clearance status. LPAs toured and inspected the physical plant with the director to identify potential health and safety hazards. The facility is well-maintained and has proper heating, lighting, and ventilation. The center is currently utilizing an electronic sign-in and sign-out application called Brightwheel. Upon reviewing the records, it has been confirmed that each parent was provided with a unique individual code. The parents' legal names and corresponding time stamps were recorded during the sign-in and sign-out processes. Continued on page 2... NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Garfield Leung NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Brendon Van LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025 This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years. LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)Page: 1 of 5 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form. DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies: Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care. Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care. PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency. CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given. CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity. PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The st

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25On April 2, 2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Van and Badger met with lead teacher Elizabeth Vivar (Gaby) for an unannounced annual inspection. The purpose of the inspection was explained, and the center staff granted LPA entry to the facility. The director, Luisa Baj, arrived during the inspection. This is a combination center with preschool and infant & toddler programs. Two qualified teachers and a teacher's aide supervised 26 preschool children. The facility complies with the staff-children ratio today. The days and operations hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. All staff members present during the inspection had their criminal record clearances verified through the CDSS Guardian Background Check site and were found to have eligible clearance status. LPAs toured and inspected the physical plant with the director to identify potential health and safety hazards. The facility is well-maintained and has proper heating, lighting, and ventilation. The center is currently utilizing an electronic sign-in and sign-out application called Brightwheel. Upon reviewing the records, it has been confirmed that each parent was provided with a unique individual code. The parents' legal names and corresponding time stamps were recorded during the sign-in and sign-out processes. Continued on page 2... NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Garfield Leung NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Brendon Van LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025 This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years. LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)Page: 1 of 5 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form. DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies: Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care. Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care. PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency. CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given. CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity. PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The st

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25On December 11, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Van conducted a case management inspection to discuss alternative outdoor play area options due to the facility's limited outdoor space. LPA met with the lead teacher, Gabriela Vivar. The purpose of the inspection was explained, and access to the center was granted. The center has received approval from the Park and Recreation Department to use the Midtown Terrace Playground, located 0.5 miles from the facility. During the inspection, the site director, Luisa Baj, arrived. The center plans to take 12 to 16 children to the park in two rotating schedules. According to the submitted plan, the first group will leave the school at 9:30 AM and arrive at the park around 10:00 AM, where they will spend thirty minutes. The second group will begin leaving the center at approximately 10:00 AM, so they will arrive at the park just as the first group departs at 10:30 AM. Before visiting the facility, the LPA inspected the Midtown Terrace Playground. The park was found to be clean and free from debris. It is fully enclosed and features restroom facilities for children. There are play structures suitable for preschoolers and plenty of space to run and engage in play. The climbing equipment is cushioned with soft padding, providing a safe surface. However, LPA observed that while the smaller climbing and sliding structures are appropriate for preschool children, the larger and taller slides may not be suitable for this age group. LPA reminded the director that staff must be present directly at the climbing structure when preschool children use it. Continued on page 2... SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/11/2024 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/11/2024 This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years. LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)Page: 1 of 2 FACILITY NAME: MEANINGFUL BEGINNINGS DEVELOPMENT CTR.FACILITY NUMBER: 384004440 VISIT DATE: 12/11/2024 NARRATIVE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32According to the center's submitted plan, staff will bring drinking water, extra toiletry items, emergency first aid kits, emergency information, and consent forms for medical cards for the children to the park. LPA reviewed the conditions of the open space waiver with the Director and expressed concerns about children crossing at busy intersections, particularly at intersections without pedestrian traffic lights. LPA suggested that a teacher could act as a crosswalk guard to ensure the children cross safely. To further ensure the children's safety, the Director stated that they will wear identification shirts, hats, and jackets and use a rope to guide them safely along the route to the park. No health and safety hazards were identified based on LPA’s park observation. LPA recommends the approval of the park's use. Management will determine the final approval for the open space waiver. An exit interview was conducted, and the director, Luisa Baj, reviewed and signed the report. SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/11/2024 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/11/2024

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25On December 11, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Van conducted a case management inspection to discuss alternative outdoor play area options due to the facility's limited outdoor space. LPA met with the lead teacher, Gabriela Vivar. The purpose of the inspection was explained, and access to the center was granted. The center has received approval from the Park and Recreation Department to use the Midtown Terrace Playground, located 0.5 miles from the facility. During the inspection, the site director, Luisa Baj, arrived. The center plans to take 12 to 16 children to the park in two rotating schedules. According to the submitted plan, the first group will leave the school at 9:30 AM and arrive at the park around 10:00 AM, where they will spend thirty minutes. The second group will begin leaving the center at approximately 10:00 AM, so they will arrive at the park just as the first group departs at 10:30 AM. Before visiting the facility, the LPA inspected the Midtown Terrace Playground. The park was found to be clean and free from debris. It is fully enclosed and features restroom facilities for children. There are play structures suitable for preschoolers and plenty of space to run and engage in play. The climbing equipment is cushioned with soft padding, providing a safe surface. However, LPA observed that while the smaller climbing and sliding structures are appropriate for preschool children, the larger and taller slides may not be suitable for this age group. LPA reminded the director that staff must be present directly at the climbing structure when preschool children use it. Continued on page 2... SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/11/2024 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/11/2024 This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years. LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)Page: 1 of 2 FACILITY NAME: MEANINGFUL BEGINNINGS DEVELOPMENT CTR.FACILITY NUMBER: 384004440 VISIT DATE: 12/11/2024 NARRATIVE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32According to the center's submitted plan, staff will bring drinking water, extra toiletry items, emergency first aid kits, emergency information, and consent forms for medical cards for the children to the park. LPA reviewed the conditions of the open space waiver with the Director and expressed concerns about children crossing at busy intersections, particularly at intersections without pedestrian traffic lights. LPA suggested that a teacher could act as a crosswalk guard to ensure the children cross safely. To further ensure the children's safety, the Director stated that they will wear identification shirts, hats, and jackets and use a rope to guide them safely along the route to the park. No health and safety hazards were identified based on LPA’s park observation. LPA recommends the approval of the park's use. Management will determine the final approval for the open space waiver. An exit interview was conducted, and the director, Luisa Baj, reviewed and signed the report. SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/11/2024 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/11/2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected