Delaware2025Passed Legislature
HCR153
Designating Launch Into Your Future Month in Delaware
Last scannedAug 24, 2026, 10:01 AM
In one sentence
This resolution names October 5 through November 6, 2026, as 'Launch into Your Future Month' to recognize statewide efforts helping high school seniors plan for education and careers.
What it does
- Designates the period from October 5 to November 6, 2026, as Launch Into Your Future Month in Delaware.
- Recognizes a statewide initiative that provides structured time during the school day for high school seniors to plan their future education and careers.
- Commends the Delaware Department of Education's Higher Education Office and the University of Delaware’s Institute for Public Administration for leading this effort.
- Encourages schools, families, employers, community partners, and state agencies to support student planning activities.
Who it affects
- Delaware public high school seniors
- School counselors, educators, administrators, and volunteers in Delaware
- The Delaware Department of Education's Higher Education Office
- Community partners, colleges, training providers, and employers working with schools
Limits and unknowns
- This resolution designates dates but does not create new laws or change existing rules for schools.
- The text encourages participation from families and employers but does not require specific actions from them.
- While the initiative is funded by state agencies, this document does not list specific funding amounts.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Postsecondary planning
- Preparing for education or training after high school, such as college, trade schools, apprenticeships, military options, or certification programs.
- Workforce readiness
- Having the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a career path that leads to economic opportunity.
Official record
Sources
Official summary
DESIGNATING OCTOBER 5 THROUGH NOVEMBER 6, 2026, AS “LAUNCH INTO YOUR FUTURE MONTH” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.