In an effort to better equip the growing membership of the Legion of Super-Heroes, the United Planets agreed to provide funding for the Legion Academy. Its purpose is to provide training for prospective members of the Legion, whose powers (or skill in utilizing their powers) might not have fully developed. Additionally, the Academy assists heroes from various U.P. worlds, including individuals who have no desire to become Legionnaires. Academy graduates who have later joined the Legion include Chemical King, Timber Wolf, Dawnstar, Magnetic Kid and Tellus. Other Academy students have included: