The SLC welcomed its first cohort of students in 2015, and in its nine years, this year's cohort has the largest group of students across the county's public and private schools and home school students. The council is comprised of sophomores, juniors and seniors.
The council is meant to help students "develop leadership skills and learn about county government through the lens of human rights," a county press release stated. Students will learn about equity and inclusion; the United States Equal Opportunity Commission; the Fair Housing Act; and the rights and responsibilities in the workplace.