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PHOTO OP: Intel Science Talent Search first place winner and local
New York winners/finalists with projects together in one
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CONTACT: Jason LaDuca, Cohn + Wolfe (917) 620-5948
Tami Casey, Intel (408) 838-0918

About the Intel Science Talent Search

The Intel Science Talent Search (STS ) is America's oldest and most
prestigious pre-college science competition - often considered the
"junior Nobel Prize.

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"We believe teachers can be heroes, and that's what this contest is all
about -- reminding the public that teachers count in a big way and deserve to
be recognized," said Diana Burroughs, executive director, TeachersCount. A judging committee comprised of
representatives from OfficeMax, TeachersCount, Marvel Entertainment, the
National Education Association and the American Federation of Teachers will
select the winners. "We have been partnering with teachers for a very long time, and
have always known that they are our true heroes.com .

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(NYSE: MVL) is one of the world's most prominent character-based entertainment
companies. More information about Marvel can be found
at http://www.

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" The competition focuses on promoting a deeper
understanding of science through the research and discovery process.
"Marvel is delighted to create this special comic book for the dedicated
men and women who truly shape the future by teaching our youth," said Robert
Sabouni, vice president, Marvel Entertainment's Custom Publishing and Cover
Concepts.marvel.com . Cover Concepts works in tandem
with administrators and directors to distribute free, sponsored materials such
as textbook covers, lesson plans, posters, bookmarks, samples, and other fun
educational materials.

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This year, 1,600 high school seniors submitted entries that were
judged based on their individual research ability, scientific
originality and creative thinking ., OfficeMax(R) (NYSE: OMX), one of the
nation's largest office supply distributors, joins TeachersCount and Marvel
Entertainment in asking middle school students to nominate their favorite
teacher to become the "OfficeMax Super Hero Teacher of the Year" in a
nationwide contest recognizing outstanding teachers. "This contest showcases America's teachers as the real-life heroes
they are, overcoming difficult challenges every day to help educate our
nation's children.marvel.

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The grand-prize winning teacher will receive $6,000 in prizes for
school and personal classroom supplies and for continuing education support.
The student who nominates the winning teacher will earn a $500 OfficeMax gift
card. We couldn't think of a more
appropriate way to recognize that fact.
Rooted in the creative success of over sixty years of comic book publishing,
Marvel's strategy is to leverage its character franchises in a growing array
of opportunities around the world.

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Students in grades six through eight can nominate a teacher by writing an
essay in 200 words or less describing "Why My Teacher Is a Super Hero" and
submitting their nomination before March 17 .officemax.org .

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Five first-prize winning teachers and students will win $100 OfficeMax
gift cards and will also be featured in the custom, teacher-themed comic book
featuring well-known super heroes in the Marvel Universe.teacherscount.

About Marvel's Cover Concepts
Cover Concepts , a division of Marvel Entertainment, is America's largest
resource for free materials in the classroom , reaching 30 million kids grades
K-12 in 43,000 schools nationwide. For more information,
visit http://www.

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WHAT: Intel Science Talent Search first place winner and local
New York winners/finalists available for interviews. Both the grand-prize winning
teacher and the nominating student will make an illustrated cameo appearance
in a Marvel comic book as well as in a special-edition comic book honoring
teachers .
"OfficeMax has a long-standing tradition of supporting teachers and
education through our MaxPerks for Teachers program and our Teacher
Appreciation events," said Sam Duncan, chairman and chief executive officer,
OfficeMax."

About OfficeMax Incorporated
OfficeMax Incorporated is a leader in both business-to-business office
products solutions and retail office products. To find the nearest OfficeMax, call 1-877-OFFICEMAX. For more
information, visit http://www.
With a library of over 5,000 characters, Marvel Entertainment, Inc. Cover Concepts recently expanded its
network to include daycare centers, public libraries and summer camps in an
effort to provide for as many kids as possible.

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OfficeMax Contact Media Contact
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630 438 8584 262 938 5407

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Completed entries must be dropped off
at OfficeMax stores by Friday, March 17 or mailed with a postmark no later
than March 17 to TeachersCount, a non-profit organization committed to
garnering recognition and benefits for teachers. Teachers and administrators interested in receiving
free materials for their schools can join Cover Concepts nationwide network at
http://www.coverconcepts.

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INTERVIEWS: Intel Science Talent Search first place winner, local
New York winners/finalists and Intel representative .
The winning OfficeMax Super Hero Teacher of the Year will be announced on
National Teacher Day -- Tuesday, May 9.

About Marvel Entertainment, Inc. Marvel's operations are focused on utilizing its character
franchises in licensing, entertainment, publishing and toys.

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'OfficeMax Super Hero Teacher of the Year' Contest Brings Recognition and Rewards to Outstanding Teachers

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The top 300 entrants are
selected as semifinalists, and then trimmed to 40 finalists.C . Areas of
emphasis include feature films, DVD/home video, consumer products, video
games, action figures and role-playing toys, television and promotions.

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The research projects cover all
disciplines of science, including chemistry, physics, mathematics,
engineering, social science and biology."
Contest details are available at participating OfficeMax stores and at
http: //www.

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WHERE: Marriott Marquis
1535 Broadway
Between 45th and 46th Streets
**Take escalator one flight to Wilder ballroom

WHEN: Wednesday, March 16, 2005
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million in scholarships and awards as well as present their research
to prominent scientists, teachers and media.

About TeachersCount
TeachersCount is a national, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with two
main objectives: (1) to improve the public's perception of the teaching
profession using public service announcements and related initiatives designed
to recognize the accomplishments of teachers, and (2) to provide services ,
resources, and information to teachers, prospective teachers, and others
interested in education and the teaching profession.

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Contest entry forms
are available at participating OfficeMax stores and at
http://www.