The House concurrent resolution No. R-89 designates April 2, 2025, as Early College Day at the State House in Vermont. This initiative is in response to a significant decline in the percentage of high school students pursuing postsecondary education in recent years. The resolution highlights the importance of the Early College Program (ECP), which allows high school students to complete their senior year while simultaneously starting their freshman year of college. The ECP, established under the 2013 Act 77, aims to improve postsecondary readiness and enrollment, particularly for students who may not consider higher education as an option.

The resolution notes the positive impact of the ECP, including a notable increase in enrollment among low-income students and the overall benefits of associate degree graduates in Vermont. It emphasizes the program's role in shaping students' educational and career aspirations, thereby strengthening the future workforce of the state. As part of the celebration, ECP enrollees from the Community College of Vermont will visit the State House on this designated day. The resolution also instructs the Secretary of State to send copies to relevant educational leaders to promote awareness of the program's significance.