FRANKFORT, Ky. (FOX 56) – Gov. Andy Beshear announced an expansion to a program for graduating high school students after the pilot program showed a lot of success.

As the Team Kentucky update, Beshear announced an expansion to the “Everybody Counts” initiative. The program started in Jefferson County will now be expanding to Fayette, Franklin, Scott, and Shelby County schools.

“Everybody Counts” is an initiative for graduating Kentucky high school seniors that can guarantee job opportunities with business partners and offers postsecondary resources and support. A college and career coach will be available to guide participating students through the employment and college application process.

More information can be found here: Everybody Counts