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Intellectual Property in Schools

Learn about intellectual property rights, what steps a district can take to protect its copyrights and trademarks, what employees can do to avoid allegations of copyright infringement, and more in this FAQ.

In today’s competitive digital environment, sophisticated intellectual property owners have surprised many school districts with threats of litigation over misuse of protected property. This article answers common questions board members may have about copyright, trademark, and patent issues at public school districts.