Renee Ciconte Wins Top Juvenile Justice Award | Dover News

Renee Ciconte, Delaware’s director of Youth Rehabilitative Services, just won the prestigious Council of Juvenile Justice Administrators’ Outstanding Leadership Award for 2026 — a major honor recognizing her transformative work in juvenile justice. Named at a big Pittsburgh event on August 1, this annual award highlights leaders who are redefining how young people get back on track. With over 20 years in the system — starting as a probation officer and taking the helm in 2021 — Ciconte has expanded programs in education, sports, music, and job training while strengthening community reintegration. State officials credit her with reshaping Delaware’s approach to juvenile justice and creating real pathways to success for youth. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f2ecb88cf77f83ed