Melissa Cottone

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated and completed on 3/9/2026. The on-site inspection began at 2:30PM and ended at 4:15PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 40 children present and 6 staff. The inspector reviewed 8 children?s records and 5 staff records onsite. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility, interviews, and observations. Information gathered during the inspection determined noncompliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 12/8/2025. The on-site inspection began at 2:10PM and ended at 4:02PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 39 children present and 4 staff. The inspector reviewed 6 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site. This inspection included: document review, tour of the facility, interviews, and observations. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the violation will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five business days from today, which will be the close of business on 12/15/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 12/8/2025. The on-site inspection began at 2:10PM and ended at 4:02PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 39 children present and 4 staff. The inspector reviewed 6 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site. This inspection included: document review, tour of the facility, interviews, and observations. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the violation will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five business days from today, which will be the close of business on 12/15/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 12/8/2025. The on-site inspection began at 2:10PM and ended at 4:02PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 39 children present and 4 staff. The inspector reviewed 6 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site. This inspection included: document review, tour of the facility, interviews, and observations. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the violation will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five business days from today, which will be the close of business on 12/15/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 5/28/2025 and completed on 5/28/2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 2:25pm and ended at 5:09pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 65 children present and 11 staff. The inspector reviewed nine children?s records and five staff records on-site. This inspection included document review and a tour of the facility. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the violation will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 6/5/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 5/28/2025 and completed on 5/28/2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 2:25pm and ended at 5:09pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 65 children present and 11 staff. The inspector reviewed nine children?s records and five staff records on-site. This inspection included document review and a tour of the facility. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the violation will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 6/5/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 5/28/2025 and completed on 5/28/2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 2:25pm and ended at 5:09pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 65 children present and 11 staff. The inspector reviewed nine children?s records and five staff records on-site. This inspection included document review and a tour of the facility. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the violation will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 6/5/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 5/28/2025 and completed on 5/28/2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 2:25pm and ended at 5:09pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 65 children present and 11 staff. The inspector reviewed nine children?s records and five staff records on-site. This inspection included document review and a tour of the facility. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the violation will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 6/5/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 5/28/2025 and completed on 5/28/2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 2:25pm and ended at 5:09pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 65 children present and 11 staff. The inspector reviewed nine children?s records and five staff records on-site. This inspection included document review and a tour of the facility. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the violation will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 6/5/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on September 9, 2024, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 4:00pm and ended at 5:45pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 62 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, and 3 staff records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility, interviews, and observations. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 10/1/2024. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on September 9, 2024, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 4:00pm and ended at 5:45pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 62 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, and 3 staff records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility, interviews, and observations. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 10/1/2024. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on September 9, 2024, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 4:00pm and ended at 5:45pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 62 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, and 3 staff records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility, interviews, and observations. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 10/1/2024. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

An unannounced renewal study was completed. Three classrooms were in attendance with Americorp workers and Aspire staff. Reviewed physical space, nutrition (today's meal was hamburger, bean salad and fruit cup) as well as emergency preparation, medication storage and authorizations. Reviewed a sample of children's records, 2 staff records, drills and medication review on-site. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 business days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An unannounced renewal study was completed. Three classrooms were in attendance with Americorp workers and Aspire staff. Reviewed physical space, nutrition (today's meal was hamburger, bean salad and fruit cup) as well as emergency preparation, medication storage and authorizations. Reviewed a sample of children's records, 2 staff records, drills and medication review on-site. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 business days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An unannounced renewal study was completed. Three classrooms were in attendance with Americorp workers and Aspire staff. Reviewed physical space, nutrition (today's meal was hamburger, bean salad and fruit cup) as well as emergency preparation, medication storage and authorizations. Reviewed a sample of children's records, 2 staff records, drills and medication review on-site. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 business days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An unannounced renewal study was completed. Three classrooms were in attendance with Americorp workers and Aspire staff. Reviewed physical space, nutrition (today's meal was hamburger, bean salad and fruit cup) as well as emergency preparation, medication storage and authorizations. Reviewed a sample of children's records, 2 staff records, drills and medication review on-site. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 business days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

A monitoring visit was conducted. Observed physical space, record sample for children and staff, emergency preparation, trainings and medication. Snack is provided by the center each day. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

A monitoring visit was conducted. Observed physical space, record sample for children and staff, emergency preparation, trainings and medication. Snack is provided by the center each day. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

A monitoring visit was conducted. Observed physical space, record sample for children and staff, emergency preparation, trainings and medication. Snack is provided by the center each day. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

A monitoring visit was conducted. Observed physical space, record sample for children and staff, emergency preparation, trainings and medication. Snack is provided by the center each day. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted for the Aspire afterschool program. 4 rooms were in attendance with direct care staff in ratio for supervision. Observed children transitioning from snack (popcorn chicken, melon, roll and milk) to tutoring and reading. No injury forms have been completed since the previous visit. Two emergency medications were on-site with 3 staff having current Medication Administration Training (MAT) certification. All staff have First Aid and CPR training. Bathrooms were equipped with required supplies. No new staff since the previous visit. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted for the Aspire afterschool program. 4 rooms were in attendance with direct care staff in ratio for supervision. Observed children transitioning from snack (popcorn chicken, melon, roll and milk) to tutoring and reading. No injury forms have been completed since the previous visit. Two emergency medications were on-site with 3 staff having current Medication Administration Training (MAT) certification. All staff have First Aid and CPR training. Bathrooms were equipped with required supplies. No new staff since the previous visit. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An unannounced visit was conducted on 10/14/2022 and follow up on 10/20/2022. All rooms were in ratio with direct care staff. Observed school-age children transitioning from drop off site into the center space, preparation for snack and working on projects/tutoring. Reviewed a sample of children and staff records, emergency preparation, medication procedures and trainings for staff. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An unannounced visit was conducted on 10/14/2022 and follow up on 10/20/2022. All rooms were in ratio with direct care staff. Observed school-age children transitioning from drop off site into the center space, preparation for snack and working on projects/tutoring. Reviewed a sample of children and staff records, emergency preparation, medication procedures and trainings for staff. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An unannounced visit was conducted on 10/14/2022 and follow up on 10/20/2022. All rooms were in ratio with direct care staff. Observed school-age children transitioning from drop off site into the center space, preparation for snack and working on projects/tutoring. Reviewed a sample of children and staff records, emergency preparation, medication procedures and trainings for staff. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An unannounced visit was conducted on 10/14/2022 and follow up on 10/20/2022. All rooms were in ratio with direct care staff. Observed school-age children transitioning from drop off site into the center space, preparation for snack and working on projects/tutoring. Reviewed a sample of children and staff records, emergency preparation, medication procedures and trainings for staff. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

A renewal study was conducted for the program coming off a Conditional license. Twelve children were present with 6 Ameri-Corp volunteers and 4 Aspire staff. Children arrive to the community center at staggered times based on transportation after school. A snack of hamburger carrots and oranges was served. Reviewed 2 volunteer records and 6 children's records, emergency preparation, medication procedures (no medication was reported to be on-site), trainings and nutrition. Observed children transitioning into the program, hand washing, eating as well as reading/homework help. Volunteers should complete their orientation using the new model form that covers updated regulations. The new VA orientation should be completed within 90 days of hire. A link to the training can be found on the training and professional link. The information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

A renewal study was conducted for the program coming off a Conditional license. Twelve children were present with 6 Ameri-Corp volunteers and 4 Aspire staff. Children arrive to the community center at staggered times based on transportation after school. A snack of hamburger carrots and oranges was served. Reviewed 2 volunteer records and 6 children's records, emergency preparation, medication procedures (no medication was reported to be on-site), trainings and nutrition. Observed children transitioning into the program, hand washing, eating as well as reading/homework help. Volunteers should complete their orientation using the new model form that covers updated regulations. The new VA orientation should be completed within 90 days of hire. A link to the training can be found on the training and professional link. The information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

A renewal study was conducted for the program coming off a Conditional license. Twelve children were present with 6 Ameri-Corp volunteers and 4 Aspire staff. Children arrive to the community center at staggered times based on transportation after school. A snack of hamburger carrots and oranges was served. Reviewed 2 volunteer records and 6 children's records, emergency preparation, medication procedures (no medication was reported to be on-site), trainings and nutrition. Observed children transitioning into the program, hand washing, eating as well as reading/homework help. Volunteers should complete their orientation using the new model form that covers updated regulations. The new VA orientation should be completed within 90 days of hire. A link to the training can be found on the training and professional link. The information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An initial inspection was conducted in-person on 09/17/2021. The Director was contacted by email to schedule the inspection. Upon arrival, no children were present. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, medication, special care and emergencies and nutrition. A sample of 4 children's records and 3 staff records were reviewed. Two emergency medications were present. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An initial inspection was conducted in-person on 09/17/2021. The Director was contacted by email to schedule the inspection. Upon arrival, no children were present. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, medication, special care and emergencies and nutrition. A sample of 4 children's records and 3 staff records were reviewed. Two emergency medications were present. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An initial inspection was conducted in-person on 09/17/2021. The Director was contacted by email to schedule the inspection. Upon arrival, no children were present. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, medication, special care and emergencies and nutrition. A sample of 4 children's records and 3 staff records were reviewed. Two emergency medications were present. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An initial inspection was conducted in-person on 09/17/2021. The Director was contacted by email to schedule the inspection. Upon arrival, no children were present. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, medication, special care and emergencies and nutrition. A sample of 4 children's records and 3 staff records were reviewed. Two emergency medications were present. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An initial inspection was conducted in-person on 09/17/2021. The Director was contacted by email to schedule the inspection. Upon arrival, no children were present. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, medication, special care and emergencies and nutrition. A sample of 4 children's records and 3 staff records were reviewed. Two emergency medications were present. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

An initial inspection was conducted in-person on 09/17/2021. The Director was contacted by email to schedule the inspection. Upon arrival, no children were present. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, medication, special care and emergencies and nutrition. A sample of 4 children's records and 3 staff records were reviewed. Two emergency medications were present. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov