This presentation presents the examination of the effectiveness of the school-based speech-language pathologist as a support to his/her high school students, and their parents, in preparing them to be their greatest advocate when transitioning to higher education and beyond. Many times high school students are not aware of the "what" of their disability, the "why" of receiving speech therapy related services in high school, and the "what's next" in preparation for being successful post high school. The most important shift for parents of students with a disability in preparing them to transition to college, and beyond, is recognizing that their child is now primarily responsible for managing their education and needs. A parent's role, in addition to yours as their current speech-language pathologist, changes from an being their primary advocate to being a supportive guide, teaching them to take ownership of their disability, needs, and in charge of advocating for themselves. Following this presentation, you will have state resources for setting your student up for success following graduation, learn how to work through a step-by-step guide for helping parents "let go and let their young adult child own their advocacy and education, and examples of role playing to incorporate in speech beginning your students' freshman year.