Could taking a break from formal education help more students find success in college?

Explore that question and share your own insights tonight during a #NACACreads discussion of Gap to Great.

The chat will kick off on Twitter at 9 p.m. (ET).

“Gap year programs aren’t trying to replace college,” writes author Andrea Wien, who will participate in the discussion. “If anything, they’re a preparation for it.”

Her book is aimed at parents, but chock-full of pertinent information for counselors and admission professionals. In Gap to Great, Wien shares the latest research on student outcomes, offers gap year planning tips, and explores how colleges view this growing trend.

Learn more about the book and view transcripts from past #NACACreads chats.

Admitted writer/editor Mary Stegmeir welcomes additional comments and story ideas at mstegmeir@nacacnet.org.