DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

RISING SUN LEARNING CENTER

002594170

(816) 997-9030

1170 W 103RD ST
KANSAS CITY
MO  64114-4511

HUFFMAN FAMILY INVESTMENTS, LLC



 

SIMMONS, REKESHIA M

owner@risingsunkc.com


PENNY SNODGRASS

BIRTH - 12 YEARS

147

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

32 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT
 
Inspection Information

08/06/2025

9:00 AM

11:45 AM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2498127920


DocumentDocument-Date
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 06/22/2016
SAMPLE FORMS 06/22/2016
POLICIES 06/22/2016
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 06/22/2016
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 06/22/2016
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 06/22/2016
DAILY SCHEDULE 06/22/2016
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 06/22/2016
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 06/22/2016
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 06/22/2016
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 06/22/2016
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 06/22/2016
STAFF SHEET 08/19/2020
APPLICATION 05/20/2020
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 07/12/2021
EQUIPMENT LIST 07/14/2025
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 08/01/2024
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 06/02/2025
SANITATION INSPECTION 04/22/2025
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 07/16/2025
ANNUAL DECLARATION 07/10/2025
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 07/11/2025




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 7
NOTE
The licensee is responsible for compliance with all licensing rules, including but not limited to the rules listed on this compliance report form.
Attendance at Time of Inspection
Total Staff 15
Total Children 62
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Staff: Tawanna Reeder and Ramonda Howard
1 4 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Toddlers Reef Room Staff: Tykitia Cook
1 4 INFANTS AND TODDLERS 16 - 24 months Forest Room Staff: Mary Lou Gonzalez
3 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Director: Rekeshia Simmons Chef: Bailey Davis Floater: ShaShawanda Lewis
2 10 PRESCHOOL 3 year old room Staff: Jodi Anderson and Helena Medeiros
2 12 PRESCHOOL 4 year olds Staff: Caleha Matthis and 15 year old
2 15 SCHOOL AGE Age range 5 - 9 year olds Staff: Zaniyah Hanzalah, Shyria Darrington
2 9 TWO YEAR OLDS Garden Room Staff: Gardenia Uriostegui and Zaylaney Payne

Compliance List
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: gallon jug of rubbing alcohol (4's), gallon jub of hand soap (4's), 1 spray can of insect repellent (4's) and 1 tube of sunscreen (4's). The item(s) was/were located in the 4 year old room on a low shelf accessible to children.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (I) states: All flammable liquids, matches, cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages, hazardous personal care items or other hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
Correction Required
Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
8/6/2025
Violation
The walls located in the Garden room, 3 year old room, 4 year old room and the school age room was/were not clean as evidenced by chipping/peeling paint, evidence of dirt/crayon scribbles and contact paper sticky residue were observed on the walls, front & tops of counters/cabinets and doors .
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by soap was not within children's reach.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 4. states: Paper towels, soap and toilet paper shall be provided and easily accessible so the children can reach them without assistance.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide paper towels, soap and toilet paper, accessible for children's use.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
8/6/2025
Violation
The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by the toilet was soiled.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 7. states: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.
Correction Required
Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The floors located in the forest room, garden room, 4 year old room and the school age room was/were not clean as evidenced by dirt stains were observed on the area rugs.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Outdoor equipment, a little tike car and stroller, in the outside playground space was not in good condition as evidenced by exposed screws and sharp edges on the car and the stroller was missing 2 wheels.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (A) states: All outdoor equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
8/6/2025
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The facility did not conduct a Family Care Safety Registry screening for a 15 year old volunteer, who was hired on 2 weeks ago as a volunteer.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (1) (P) states: The child care provider shall conduct a Family Care Safety Registry screening prior to employment for any newly hired child care staff member who has a qualifying criminal background check result.
Correction Required
Required results of the Family Care Safety Registry screening shall be on file.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The caregiver was not 18 years of age or older and did not meet the definition of a Junior Aide as defined in 5 CSR 25-500.010, as evidenced by a staff member was 15 years old in the 4's classroom.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (1) (C) . states: Caregivers eighteen (18) years of age or older shall be counted in meeting the required staff/child ratios. In addition, a Junior Aide as defined in 5 CSR 25-500.010, shall be counted in meeting the required staff/child ratios if the following requirements are met.
Correction Required
Caregivers counted in staff/child ratio shall be 18 years of age or older or meet the definition of a Junior Aide.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 12 children , ages 4 years old, were cared for by one adult caregiver(s).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (1) (A) states: The staff/child ratio and group size shall be followed as outlined in the below chart unless it meets an exception in subparagraphs (1)(B)-(G) below: Infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds shall have one caregiver for every four children with no more than eight children per group; Groups composed solely of children 24 to 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 3 to 4 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 5 years or older shall have one caregiver for every 16 children with no more than 32 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of no more than four children age 2 years, and at least one child older than 3 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of more than four children ages 24 to 36 months, and at least one child older than 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group.
Correction Required
Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.162 Overlap Care of Children
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
One child(ren) records did not include full name, home address, employers name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers' name and address, work schedule, and home and work telephone numbers;
Correction Required
Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
8/6/2025
Violation
One child(ren) records did not include address of another individual who might be reached in an emergency.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (2) (C) states: Name, address and telephone number of another individual (friend or relative) who might be reached in an emergency when the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian cannot be reached;
Correction Required
Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
8/6/2025
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Criminal background check results were not on file for Rachel Toomer and a 15 year old volunteer.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.
Correction Required
Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-600.040 Background Screening Findings
Compliance
RSMo 210.115. Reports of abuse, neglect, and under age eighteen deaths — persons required to report — supervisors and administrators not to impede reporting — deaths required to be reported to the division or child fatality review panel, when — report made to another state, when. —
Compliance
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Compliance