96.5/ 100
DOROTHY J VAUGHN TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY
8601 OLD CONCORD RD, Charlotte, NC 28213
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440091
Latest result96.5 / 100
Last inspectedFeb 27, 2025
Inspections on record9
On record sinceSep 22, 2014
Score history
Sep 22, 2014Higher is betterFeb 27, 2025
Inspections & violations
Feb 27, 2025 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
No point deduction:
#4. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).- Observed two toilet are out of order and signed posted in girl restroom in Charlotte Lane. Observed black strip came off the base of the wall in restroom in E1. Observed hand sink in boy restroom in JavaScript may need new caulking. Repair needed. Keep all fixtures in good repair.
- Custodian: Mark Thornton present during inspection
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
REPEAT
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed very soiled (black building up and dust) on water fountains throughout the facility including one inside the classrooms. Detail cleaning needed around the spouts, nozzles, and crevices. Keep clean. Observed “out of order” on water fountain in cafeteria. Observed very low water pressure on one fountain in the main hallway, and one in the classroom F1-F3. Repair/adjustment needed. Point remain the same at this time.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
REPEAT
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.- Observed water stain/missing ceiling tiles in classrooms F1-F3, E2, Charlotte hallway, JavaScript hallway, in front of the gym. Check for no active leaks. Repair/ replace the ceiling tiles. Point remains the same at time.
Jan 17, 2024 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
Mr. Thornton (Custodian) present during the inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed water fountains throughout the facility with some buildup around the spouts, nozzles, and crevices. Need details cleaning and keep clean.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.- Observed water stained on ceiling tiles on Charlotte lane hallway, classroom D-3 in JavaScript lane, cafeteria, G-1 in Scratch St, and room 103 workroom. EHS advises the facility to check no active leaks. If there is a leak, repair and replace the ceiling tiles.
Feb 16, 2023 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION:
#11. Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b). Observed several hand sanitizers stored in reach of children in library. EHS recommends school to reduce the number of bottles of hand sanitizers that are in reach of children to a number that is reasonable.
*NOTE: Custodian, Ms. Johnson, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to custodian present during time of inspection, head custodian, and principal at the following:
Maryd.johnson@cms.k12.nc.us
yeseniae.cortez@cms.k12.nc.us
toyia.matthews@cms.k12.nc.us
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed black build up inside the drinking nozzles of water fountains on 4th/5th grade hallway. EHS advises school to complete detailed cleaning to water fountains throughout school building.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed 1 spring loaded faucet handsink in boys restroom near cafeteria not functioning. Observed 1 spring loaded faucet in boys restroom located on 4th/5th grade hallway with a run time of approximately 3 seconds. EHS advises school to have spring loaded faucet run times adjusted to a minimum of 15 seconds throughout school building to allot proper/adequate handwashing.
Feb 2, 2022 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NO POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATIONS:
#4. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed 1 boys toilet out of order in gang restrooms located near steps behind cafeteria. Per conversation with head custodian a work order has been submitted to have toilet repaired.
#5. Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed 1 hand sink with spring loaded faucet of a run time of approximately 3 seconds in boys gang restroom on D hallway. EHS advises school to have spring loaded faucet run time on hand sink adjusted to a minimum of 15 seconds to allot proper handwashing.
*NOTE: Head Custodian, Ms. Cortez, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to her and principal at the following: yeseniae.cortez@cms.k12.nc.us & toyia.matthews@cms.k12.nc.us
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.Observed stained ceiling tile in cafeteria and outside of girls gang restrooms on D hallway closet to custodial office. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tile replaced.
Mar 17, 2021 96 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in rooms F4, G3, Multipurpose, Gym, B4 and the Media Center. In the Media Center there was an apparent leak that needs to be remediated.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
Observed boxes stored directly on the floor in the storage closet in the Gym.
**All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
Jan 22, 2020 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points were issued for the following:
4. Observed toilets out of order in boys' and girls' restroom near the gym. Work order has already been submitted.
**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
7. Observed boxes stored directly on the floor in the gym storage room. Items should not be stored on the floor.
**All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in room F2 and near the entrance to the gym. Ensure that leaks are not ongoing and replace tiles.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
May 6, 2019 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed walls in gym having multiple areas where water is seeping into walls onto flooring damaging base boards and paint.
Mar 9, 2018 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Ms. Vence Anabtawi (custodian) was present during the inspection.
NO POINTS WERE DEDUCTED FOR THE FOLLOWING:
6. Observed ceiling with leak in the art room. **Repair leak and replace damaged ceiling tiles.
7. Observed one custodian cart with clean paper supply (paper towels, toilet paper) was stored next to mop bucket and beneath cleaning chemicals. **Rearrange all custodian carts so clean paper supply is protected from contamination (above mop water and chemicals).
8. Observed a light fixture with several dead insects in classroom B1 study room, and a HVAC ceiling vent cover was missing in the 5th grade hallway. **All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −15
Observed the grass on the property was overgrown. Some areas over 1 foot high. **The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
Observed disinfectant wipes , aerosol air fresheners and other chemical hazards were stored within reach of the children (i.e. on carts, unlocked cabinets, low shelves) in some classrooms: G4, D4, C4. **Keep all hazardous items stored out of reach of the children as directed on the product labels. **Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).
Sep 22, 2014 93.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 8.Observed light out in media center, light coverings in auditorium detached in corner.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).Mr. Hemphill was present during inspection.New school on the way. School will be switching locations.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed hallway water fountains with white debris built up around base in need of cleaning. Observed water fountain with continual leak in music room; observed water fountains in class rooms with low pressure being supplied.**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).**Drinking fountains shall be provided with adequate water pressure and be properly regulated (i.e. water pressure should be regulated so that an individual’s mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that the water does not splash on the floor). 15A NCAC 18A 2406 (b).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed stained ceiling tiles in room C-2, MC915, MC1702, and D-4 reattch ceiling tiles that are not flush/about to fall out; observed floor drain in modular bathroom separating from floor. Drain in need of reattachemnt.**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed disinfectant wipes, lysol wipe, and other hazardous products improperly stored throughout school. Store hazardous items correctly.**Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “DOROTHY J VAUGHN TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY” or State ID 2060440091). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.