Helping families thrive.
World-renowned authors and clinicians present relevant, research-based teaching to empower and strengthen families, individuals and communities by sharing practical strategies to help humans of every age thrive. GPS is *free* and open to all. No registration, no subscription! CPDUs are available to school staff, and clinicians in Illinois can pre-register to obtain CEUs. Please click the menu link under Connect With Us for more information.
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Upcoming Speakers
Thu Aug, 20 2026 @ Programs are streamed at noon and 7pm CST
GPS 2026-27 Events List
New Topics. Real Support. Stronger Families.
Celebrating over 30 years!
Check out some summer reading from just a few of the esteemed authors we will host in the 2026-27 school year. Our new brochure will be available in June.
GPS Parent Series has got you covered.
From early childhood connections to career planning, GPS has you covered. We’ve been helping families thrive for 30 years. We Guide, Partner with and Support you in raising the next great generation. We are GPS Parent Series, and we’re here to help you navigate family life.
What You’ll Gain:
— Science-backed research and insights on youth development, how the brain changes in childhood and adolescence, and how to maximize the potential of your child and set them up for future success
— Takeaways you can use immediately to change behavior, motivate your kids and impact the trajectory of your family.
— Tools to navigate common challenges like power struggles, homework, anxiety, peer relationships and screen time
— Guidance on supporting your child’s learning from the early years through high school and beyond
— Strategies to create connection and foster unconditional love, acceptance and self-compassion
Completely Free
There is never a cost to attend. GPS Parent Series is funded by generous sponsors who feel strongly about empowering today's caregivers to build a better tomorrow.
No Registration
Don't worry! There's no registration required. Come one, come all... come every week!
For Everyone
We have programming for individuals at every age and stage. If you're a parent, professional, neighbor, grandparent or anyone who cares for youth from infancy to age 25, this is the place to be.
Multicultural Events
We have programming in Spanish, Gujarati and Urdu. Spread the word!
Connected caregivers have connected families. Stay connected with GPS.
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