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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 subscriberhttps://www.cherylpankhurst.com/teen-minds-redefined-podcast#ParentingTeens #IEP #NeurodivergentTeens #ADHDParenting #AutismParenting #HighSchoolTransition #Grade9TransitionStarting high school is a huge transition for any teen — but for students with an IEP, ADHD, autism, anxiety, executive functioning challenges, or other neurodivergent needs, the Grade 8 to Grade 9 transition can feel overwhelming.In this episode of Parenting Teens: Advice Redefined for Today’s World, Cheryl Pankhurst breaks down the proactive strategies parents can use RIGHT NOW to help their teen enter high school feeling safe, confident, supported, and understood.Drawing from 25+ years in special education and transition planning, Cheryl explains:What should actually be included in a transition planWhy many parents are not getting enough information early enoughHow to advocate WITH your teen instead of FOR themWhy your child needs to understand their own IEPThe importance of identifying a mentor or “safe person” in the schoolHow familiarity reduces anxiety for neurodivergent studentsWhy proactive communication with teachers mattersHow to use everyday conversations to uncover your teen’s fears and worries about high schoolThis episode is practical, empowering, and full of real strategies parents can implement immediately before September arrives.Key TakeawaysTransition planning for students with IEPs is legally requiredA transition plan should include goals, timelines, supports, and responsible staffNeurodivergent teens need repetition, familiarity, and predictabilityParents should shift from advocating FOR teens to advocating WITH teensTeens should understand and participate in their own IEP meetingsIdentifying a mentor or safe person at school can dramatically reduce anxietyProactive communication prevents major problems later in the semesterThe emotional experience of the first day of school matters deeplyThe transition from Grade 8 to Grade 9 can be overwhelming for teens with IEPs, ADHD, autism, anxiety, and executive functioning challenges. In this episode, Cheryl Pankhurst shares the exact strategies parents can use to reduce stress, build confidence, and help neurodivergent teens successfully transition into high school.