On today's show Shannon takes on the things we can do to set our kids up for Back to School Success! What do you have control over? It turns out there is a great deal! So let's set the stage for a great year by kicking it off right!
00:00 Back-to-School Success for Autism Families Begins Here
02:58 Autism Toy Guide 2026 & Community Updates
05:16 All Ghouls Gala and Autism Care Today
07:32 Celebrating Autistic Voices in Film and Media
11:11 Autism Rocks Concert and the Mission of Autism Live
12:47 What Parents Can Actually Control This School Year
14:25 Fixing Summer Sleep Schedules Before School Starts
21:58 Creating a Stress-Free Morning Routine for School
25:41 Why Rehearsing School Routines Reduces Anxiety
27:53 First-Day Outfits, Self-Esteem and Making Friends
31:25 School Supplies, Backpacks and Comfort Items That Matter
33:37 How to Build a Great Relationship with Your Child's Teacher
40:23 The First-Day-of-School Reward Strategy
43:36 IEPs, School Services and Parent Advocacy Tips
53:26 School Placement Options, Parent Rights and Final Advice
59:47 Closing Remarks and How to Stay Connected
