As graduation day for high school seniors nears, they’re stepping into a season of decisions and new opportunities. While many feel pressure to move straight into college, taking a gap year can be a powerful alternative, offering time to build confidence, discover direction, grow in a supportive, intentional setting, and discover their true calling in an environment designed for deep discipleship and real-world experience, all while earning 27 credits from Lancaster Bible College. We invite you to explore this option at the Gap Year at Lodestar Preview Day on May 8, 2026.

This Preview Day gives families a chance to experience the program up close. You’ll tour the scenic mountain campus, meet staff and participants, and learn how the year is structured around adventure, practical skills, and meaningful reflection. It’s also an opportunity for parents to better understand the program’s guidance and safety, while students begin to picture themselves in a Christ-centered community focused on growth and purpose.

Whether your student is certain about his or her future plans or still figuring things out, this event could open the door to something truly life changing. A gap year at the Lodestar Mountain Inn is designed to prepare students not just for college, but for life. To learn more or reserve your spot for Preview Day, visit gapyear.life or call (304) 607-2250.