Materials created by licensed employees and the financial gain there from are the property of the school district if school materials and time were used in their creation and/or such materials were created in the scope of the licensed employee's employment. The licensed employee must seek prior written approval of the superintendent concerning such activities.
Legal Reference: 17 U.S.C. § 101 et al.
Iowa Code § 279.8
I.C. Iowa Code Description
Iowa Code § 279.8 Directors - General Rules - Bonds of Employees
U.S.C. - United States Code Description
17 U.S.C. § 101 et al Copyrights
Cross References: 401.02 Employee Conflict of Interest
606.04 Student Production of Materials and Services
Approved: 3/21/2016, 8/16/2021, 11/17/2025
Reviewed: 10/20/2025
Revised: 10/20/2025
