EPISODE · Apr 10, 2026 · 21 MIN
Transition Ready: Helping Kids Win the Move to Middle & High School
from Designed to Win : Ripple to Wave · host Dara Leigh
This episode walks parents and students through the emotional, practical, and academic steps to prepare for major school transitions—elementary to middle, middle to high school, or college. It covers updating IEPs/504s, building organizational systems, advocating for accommodations, and strengthening identity and confidence. Listeners will get concrete tips to reduce overwhelm, help students practice routines over the summer, and use tools like the Design to Win planner to build autonomy and success. WEBSITE :daraleigh.com click here: https://www.dara-leigh.com/ FOR "From Stuck to Started: 7-day Identity Reset challenge" FREE Download of Special Education Definitions and Breakdown. Also, get the free download on SPECIAL EDUCATION IEP And 504. youtube: "Designed to win by dara leigh "
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This episode guides parents and students through the transition into middle and high school by addressing emotional challenges, practical preparation, and essential life skills for success. It also emphasizes the importance of identity in Christ, helping students build confidence, navigate change, and step into this new season with clarity and purpose.
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