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EPISODE · Jun 27, 2026 · 11 MIN

~179~WTF-"The Biggest Mistake Parents Make Before a New School Year!"

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#ParentAdvocate #NeurodivergentKids #IEP #SpecialEducation #BackToSchool #ParentingTeens #ADHDParenting #AutismParenting Don't Wait Until September: What Every Parent of a Neurodivergent Child Needs to Do Before School StartsMany parents believe the school year begins in September.It doesn't.For children with learning differences, ADHD, autism, anxiety, or other support needs, the foundation for a successful school year is often built during the summer.In this episode of WTF (Welcome to Friday), Cheryl shares why she's so passionate about parent advocacy and how one family completely changed their child's school transition in just a few weeks.You'll learn:• Why June, July and August are critical months for school planning.• What every parent should know about IEP transition planning.• Why unanswered emails don't necessarily mean "no."• The biggest mistake families make before the school year begins.• How to prepare your child emotionally before they walk through the school doors.• What an experienced school advocate actually does—and why it's not about fighting the education system.• How understanding the school system can reduce stress for both parents and children.If your child is changing schools, entering a new grade, recently received a diagnosis, or struggled during the last school year, this episode offers practical guidance to help you create a smoother transition.ResourcesBook a complimentary Parent Advocacy Discovery Call:www.CherylPankhurst.comIf this episode helped you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another parent who may be feeling overwhelmed before the new school year begins.Because when parents understand the system, children have a better chance to thrive. YOUR GIFT- GUIDE FOR GRADE 8 TO GRADE 9 IEP TRANSITIONShttps://www.cherylpankhurst.com/iep-high-school-transition-parent-quick-guideLet’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chatConnect with Cheryl!Get the book here!Daring to Belong: Autism Stories of Courage and ConnectionDIRECT LINK TO COACHING WITH CHERYL email : [email protected] Website  cherylpankhurst.comSOCIALS:linkedin.com/in/l. R.cheryl-ann-pankhurst-1b611855https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst/                       https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.a.pankhurstPODCAST- “PARENTING TEENS ADVICE REDEFINED FOR TODAY’S WORLDTHE PODCASThttps://open.spotify.com/show/4QwFMJMDDSEXJb451pCHO9?si=9c1a298387c84e13https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYv9FQy1X43wwoYg0zF8zAJw6-nCpHMAk&si=7p-e4UlU2rsG3j_tOptin-podcast subscriberParenting Teens Advice Redefined

#ParentAdvocate #NeurodivergentKids #IEP #SpecialEducation #BackToSchool #ParentingTeens #ADHDParenting #AutismParenting Don't Wait Until September: What Every Parent of a Neurodivergent Child Needs to Do Before School StartsMany parents believe the school year begins in September.It doesn't.For children with learning differences, ADHD, autism, anxiety, or other support needs, the foundation for a successful school year is often built during the summer.In this episode of WTF (Welcome to Friday), Cheryl shares why she's so passionate about parent advocacy and how one family completely changed their child's school transition in just a few weeks.You'll learn:• Why June, July and August are critical months for school planning.• What every parent should know about IEP transition planning.• Why unanswered emails don't necessarily mean "no."• The biggest mistake families make before the school year begins.• How to prepare your child emotionally before they walk through the school doors.• What an experienced school advocate actually does—and why it's not about fighting the education system.• How understanding the school system can reduce stress for both parents and children.If your child is changing schools, entering a new grade, recently received a diagnosis, or struggled during the last school year, this episode offers practical guidance to help you create a smoother transition.ResourcesBook a complimentary Parent Advocacy Discovery Call:www.CherylPankhurst.comIf this episode helped you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another parent who may be feeling overwhelmed before the new school year begins.Because when parents understand the system, children have a better chance to thrive. YOUR GIFT- GUIDE FOR GRADE 8 TO GRADE 9 IEP TRANSITIONShttps://www.cherylpankhurst.com/iep-high-school-transition-parent-quick-guideLet’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chatConnect with Cheryl!Get the book here!Daring to Belong: Autism Stories of Courage and ConnectionDIRECT LINK TO COACHING WITH CHERYL email : [email protected] Website  cherylpankhurst.comSOCIALS:linkedin.com/in/l. R.cheryl-ann-pankhurst-1b611855https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst/                       https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.a.pankhurstPODCAST- “PARENTING TEENS ADVICE REDEFINED FOR TODAY’S WORLDTHE PODCASThttps://open.spotify.com/show/4QwFMJMDDSEXJb451pCHO9?si=9c1a298387c84e13https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYv9FQy1X43wwoYg0zF8zAJw6-nCpHMAk&si=7p-e4UlU2rsG3j_tOptin-podcast subscriberParenting Teens Advice Redefined

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