Category: Schools & Education & Schools

Colorado, Higher Times, Judicial, Maryland, Michigan, Schools & Education & Schools, Sports & Whatever

Terps USA Sprays Michigan Clock, Adds One Second, Saves Wolverines From Western Michigan

Michigan’s last-second victory over Western Michigan has raised eyebrows, with speculation about Terps USA, a cannabis company, potentially influencing the clock. After a review revealed one extra second, Michigan scored a touchdown to win 13-12. This incident complicates Terps USA’s trademark dispute with Maryland over the term “Terps.” Continue reading Terps USA Sprays Michigan Clock, Adds One Second, Saves Wolverines From Western Michigan

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Colorado, Higher Times, Judicial, Maryland, Schools & Education & Schools

UMD Flunks Its Own Trademark Assignment, Threatens Weed Company That Actually Did The Homework

The University of Maryland threatened a cannabis company over trademark use of “Terps,” despite having let its own trademark lapse. After realizing its negligence, the university quickly sought to re-establish its trademark rights. The situation highlighted the irony of strict academic deadlines against the university’s lax handling of intellectual property. Continue reading UMD Flunks Its Own Trademark Assignment, Threatens Weed Company That Actually Did The Homework

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Maryland, public safety, Schools & Education & Schools, Transportation

Prince George’s Schools Announce Bus Problems Will Improve As Soon As They Locate the Buses

Prince George’s County Public Schools has assured families that transportation issues will improve this year, with 95% staffing and almost 1,000 buses set to operate daily. Parents now have a bus-tracking app called Chipmunk, which aims to alleviate concerns about bus delays and missed pickups, although skepticism remains among some parents. Continue reading Prince George’s Schools Announce Bus Problems Will Improve As Soon As They Locate the Buses

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absurd politics, Maryland, Politics, Schools & Education & Schools, State & Local

Montgomery County Announces Bold New Education Plan: Simply Hope September Gets Colder

Montgomery County Public Schools warned that old HVAC systems may struggle during the heat, raising concerns for classrooms. County Executive candidate Esther Wells criticized Councilmember Will Jawando for insufficiently addressing these issues, suggesting reallocating funds. Despite billions in school spending, officials emphasize that the heat warning won’t lead to closures. Continue reading Montgomery County Announces Bold New Education Plan: Simply Hope September Gets Colder

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