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Free Evidence-Based Resources for Literacy Success

Your chance to participate in a battle of COMIC proportions!
The Clash of the Heroes contest centers around the creation of a comic book. Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their creative talents in an exercise involving core aspects of literacy, including reading and writing.
The winning characters, along with the accompanying story, is transformed into a special one-page comic by a professional graphic designer. In addition, students have the chance to digitally publish their work and be featured alongside other amazing young artists.
The contest is open to students enrolled in our participating programs. Each program competes within its regions over the Summer, ending with your chance to vote on your favorites and help guide the creation of a comic book! Browse past winners below!
Previous Winners
2024
Ratwoman
Massachusetts DYS
Student's original submission
2024
Kero the Frog
Florida DJJ
Student's original submission
2023
Hemi
Florida DJJ
Student's original submission
2023
Super D
Massachusetts DYS
Student's original submission
2022
Celestina
Florida DJJ
Student's original submission
2022
Sharkman
Massachusetts DYS
Student's original submission
2021
Aspire
Florida DJJ
Student's original submission
2021
Jade and Rowan
Massachusetts DYS
Student's original submission
2020
Grabel Hook
Florida DJJ
Student's original submission
2020
Lady Justice
Massachusetts DYS
Student's original submission
2020
Night Angel
Boys Town North Florida
Student's original submission
2019
Medic Man
Florida DJJ
Student's original submission
2018
A'storya
Florida DJJ
Student's original submission