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Raising Stars STEM Center

9300 Emmett F Lowry Expy Ste 70, Texas City, TX 77591 · Galveston County
1 high-risk citation in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Raising Stars STEM Center is a licensed child care center in Texas City, TX, licensed for up to 126 children and serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2023. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 13 times and investigated 3 reports. Inspectors recorded 15 citations, 3 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (4 of 15). 1 citation came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. 20% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 6 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #5 of 14 centers in Texas City and better than 26% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 26%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
#5 of 14 centers in Texas City
3High risk
7Medium High risk
5Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
15 citations from 13 inspections and 2 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 4, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Jun 4, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMay 6, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMay 3, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundApr 15, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 11, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 25, 2025 · Inspection · no citationApr 15, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 31, 2024 · Inspection · no citationApr 22, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundNov 13, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJul 25, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJul 11, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 28, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 22, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundDec 12, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundOct 4, 2022 · Inspection · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety4
Training & qualifications3
Health & medication2
Supervision1
Food & feeding1
Other standards1
Staff ratios1
Records & paperwork1
Sleep safety1

Citations, newest first

HighMay 3, 2026Found during an investigationSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
During the investigation inspection, it was found caregiver lacked supervision of children while in care.
Correction verified Jun 4, 2026
HighApr 22, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
During the inspection, 1 classroom was observed with Lysol and cleaning solution in reach of children. Noted: Lysol and cleaning solution were removed and placed in a higher cabinet by director.
Corrected during the visit
MediumApr 22, 2024InspectionOther standards
Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver §746.2203(b)
During the inspection, 3 out of 5 classrooms were observed not following their written activity plan. Classrooms were supposed to be outside.
Correction verified May 31, 2024
Medium HighApr 22, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing Area §746.3503(d)
During inspection, hand washing sink was not observed near the diaper changing area in one classroom.
Correction verified May 31, 2024
Medium HighApr 22, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
During inspection, operation did not have documentation showing that fire inspection was conducted.
Correction verified Apr 26, 2024
Medium HighApr 22, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Hand Sanitizer - Not Used on Visibly Soiled Hands Unless Away From Classroom and Soap & Water Not Available §746.3420(2)
Classroom is using hand sanitizer in replace of soap and water during diaper changing time.
Correction verified May 31, 2024
Medium HighApr 22, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
Staff hired February 29, 2024 conducted pediatric CPR online.
Correction verified Apr 26, 2024
MediumApr 22, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler §746.2505(4)(A)
During the inspection, there were five training cups not labeled with child's name in 2 out of the 5 classrooms.
Correction verified May 31, 2024
Medium HighApr 22, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach §746.3501(6)
During the inspection, it was observed in 3 out of the 5 classrooms diapers, wipes, and powder was in reach of the children.
Correction verified May 31, 2024
Medium HighApr 22, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation of Unitary Surfacing Materials - to Manufacturer's Specifications §746.4911(a)
During the inspection, the artificial grass surfacing on the playground has not been maintained, and is lifted in multiple areas, which poses a tripping hazard.
Correction verified May 31, 2024
MediumNov 13, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
First Aid Kit Incomplete - Tweezers §746.4003(a)(8)
The first aid kit is missing tweezers.
Correction verified Nov 13, 2023
HighJul 25, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A potential employee hired 7/25/2023 was working with children before the operation submitted the background check. There are no eligibility results on file. This was corrected when the person left the premises.
Correction verified Jul 25, 2023
Medium HighMar 28, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
Two of ten records did not contain a completed emergency contact.
Correction verified Mar 31, 2023
MediumFeb 22, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Drills §746.5205(4)
Fire drill for January was not documented during inspection. SN: This was corrected during inspection.
Corrected during the visit
MediumDec 12, 2022InspectionSleep safety
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name §746.4503(b)
Nap time mats were observed without labels. SN: This was corrected during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit

About this center

Licensed capacity126 children
Ages servedToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours05:30 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Licensed sinceApr 12, 2023
DirectorMonica Owens
Phone4094408528
State operation #1752846

Common questions

Does Raising Stars STEM Center take infants?

No. Its Texas license covers toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children, not infants.

What are Raising Stars STEM Center’s hours?

5:30 AM to 6:30 PM, Monday through Saturday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Raising Stars STEM Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Raising Stars STEM Center cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Raising Stars STEM Center for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Gulf Coast area, which includes Texas City, is $40.80 a day for toddlers, $39.40 a day for 3-year-olds and $37.20 a day for school-age children (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Raising Stars STEM Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 3 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on May 3, 2026: “Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Raising Stars STEM Center compare with other daycares in Texas City?

It is #5 of 14 centers in Texas City by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 26% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Raising Stars STEM Center last inspected?

Jun 4, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.

Licensed centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Texas HHS inspection records. Many are corrected the same day, and a citation is a finding about one rule, not a judgment about a center overall.

To see the official record, search operation 1752846 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.