197493267-7-16-2026-30-CC-LPHS-DX4PU9-20260819113711

Community Care Licensing

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197493267
Report Date: 07/16/2026
Date Signed: 07/16/2026 11:22:25 AM

Unsubstantiated

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on
04/21/2026 and conducted by Evaluator Ranita Richmond

COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 30-CC-20260421084435

FACILITY NAME:	RISING STARS ACADEMY		FACILITY NUMBER:	197493267
ADMINISTRATOR:	GLENISHA GIBSON		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	13703 PRAIRIE AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(310) 324-5800
CITY:	HAWTHORNE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90250
CAPACITY:	18	CENSUS: 5	DATE:	07/16/2026
		UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:14 AM
MET WITH:	TaQuisha Eatmon		TIME COMPLETED:	11:31 AM

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Personal Rights- Staff hit day care child

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On 7/16/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Ranita Richmond, conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of delivering the findings on the above allegation. LPA was greeted by Director, TaQuisha Eatmon and toured the facility. LPA observed 5 infants with 3 fingerprint cleared staff members.

LPA conducted a full investigation that included LPA’s observation, review of the parent handbook and interviews with staff and parents. During interviews, parents stated they are overall satisfied with the level of care provided to their infants and did not express any additional concerns or issues.

During staff interviews, staff reported that they are not yelling at or hitting children, nor have they witnessed other staff yell at or hit children. During LPA complaint visits, LPA observed that the children appeared to be in good affect. LPA observed staff to use positive praise, in voice tones appropriate for indoor settings. LPA observed staff and children’s interactions.
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Unsubstantiated

Estimated Days of Completion:

SUPERVISORS NAME: Loyce Phillips
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ranita Richmond
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/16/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/16/2026

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)

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Control Number 30-CC-20260421084435

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: RISING STARS ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 197493267
	VISIT DATE: 07/16/2026

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During LPA observation of staff and children’s interactions, LPA observed staff using appropriate touch with children in the CCC.

Based on observations, record reviews, and interviews, there is not sufficient evidence to indicate that personal rights were violated. Therefore, the above allegation is found to be UNSUBSTANTIATED, meaning that although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur.

No deficiencies are being cited in accordance to Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and/or Health & Safety Codes.

Exit interview was conducted with director TaQuisha Eatmon and a copy of this report and notice of site was provided and must remain posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Loyce Phillips
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ranita Richmond
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/16/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/16/2026

LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)

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