The GPS Parent Series will welcome developmental psychologist and author Dr. David Yeager for a virtual program Thursday, Aug. 20.

“Start the School Year Strong: The Science of Motivating Young People” will be streamed at noon and 7 p.m. Yeager will discuss research-based strategies for motivating people ages 10 to 25, including ways parents, caregivers and educators can foster resilience, personal accountability and a stronger sense of purpose.

Yeager is a psychology professor at the University of Texas at Austin and the author of “10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People.”

The program is free, open to the public and does not require registration. Webinar access and event details are available at GPSParentSeries.org.

Those who want event reminders may contact Gilda Ross, Glenbard District 87 student and community projects coordinator, at gilda_ross@glenbard.org or 630-942-7668. Continuing professional development units are available to school staff.