Comprised of representatives from multiple systems, members of the Kane County Juvenile Justice Council understand how certain factors can place students at an increased risk to struggle in a variety of settings, including academic, and the impact these factors can have on achieving traditional milestones. These particular students are also given limited opportunities to be awarded for their efforts and resilience. The Kane County Juvenile Justice Council Outstanding Student Award provides an opportunity to recognize the efforts of students who have excelled despite being faced with adversity.