Our Commitment to Transparency and Accountability
At Emergent Preparatory Academy, we believe that families deserve clear, honest, and accessible information about the care and education their children receive.
We are committed to maintaining high standards through continuous monitoring, regulatory compliance, and internal quality practices. Transparency is not just a requirement—it is a responsibility we take seriously in serving our families and community.
Regulatory Compliance
Emergent Preparatory Academy operates in accordance with all licensing requirements established by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE).
Our program undergoes regular inspections, monitoring, and reviews to ensure compliance with health, safety, and operational standards required for early childhood education providers in the District of Columbia.
Understanding Our Program Reviews
The following information provides additional context and clarity regarding publicly reported findings. Our goal is to ensure families have a complete and accurate understanding of our operations, along with the steps we take to maintain compliance and continuously improve our program.
4/7/26
Staff conduct concern
5A DCMR §141.4
Unsubstantiated
3/31/26
Hot water temperature
5A DCMR §122.18
Abated within 24 hours
Complaints and Deficiencies: Full Transparency
Reported Concern: A concern involving a staff member was identified and formally reported by program leadership in accordance with mandated reporting requirements. The concern related to potential inappropriate discipline practices, including possible harmful interactions with a child.
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Regulatory Reference:
5A DCMR §141.4 – Positive Behavior Support
5A DCMR §147.1 – Health, Safety, and Welfare: Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect
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Summary: The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) conducted a full investigation of the reported concerns. The review included evaluation of staff practices, supervision, and interactions with children. (UNSUBSTANTIATED)
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​Program Response:
Following a comprehensive investigation, all allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated.
Emergent Preparatory Academy maintains strict policies prohibiting any form of physical discipline or harmful behavior. Our program is grounded in positive behavior support strategies, staff training annually, and continuous supervision to ensure the safety and well-being of every child.
No violations were found, and no corrective actions were required.
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Status:​
Unsubstantiated, however, DC OSSE issued a Corrective Action requiring training for all staff in Child Abuse and Neglect.
Reported Concern: A concern was reported regarding the availability and temperature of hot running water within the facility. (Substantiated)
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Regulatory Reference:
5A DCMR §122.18 Health and Safety Standards For A Facility’s Premises: General
Requirements
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Pursuant to 45 CFR§ 98.33 (a) (4), the investigation results of all substantiated complaints will be
published on OSSE’s My Child Care DC website. These findings represent OSSE’s final disposition
regarding the allegations in Complaint #26890 and are not subject to any further administrative
review.
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Summary: Upon notification of the concern, Emergent Preparatory Academy took immediate action to address the issue. The hot water tank was promptly replaced within 24 hours to ensure consistent access to properly heated running water throughout the facility.
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​Program Response:
At Emergent Preparatory Academy, we believe families deserve full transparency—not only in what is reported, but in what those reports actually mean.
Public records often present findings without full context, timelines for correction, or the actions taken by programs to resolve concerns. Our goal is to provide clear, accurate explanations so families can understand both the issue and the response in its entirety.
We remain committed to maintaining the highest standards of care while also ensuring that information shared about our program reflects the full picture.
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Status:​
Substantiated, The issue was fully corrected within one day, and normal operations with compliant water temperature were restored immediately.