The proposed bill establishes a pilot program for virtual reality technology in Wisconsin school districts, administered by the Department of Public Instruction (DPI). The program aims to enhance math and science education for at least 16,000 pupils across one rural, one suburban, and one urban school district, each selected by DPI. The initiative requires the provision of at least 3,200 virtual reality headsets and mandates that the technology aligns with state academic standards for grades 6 to 12. Additionally, the program must demonstrate significant improvements in Algebra 1 assessments through a research-backed approach and include a formative assessment platform to track student progress.

To support the implementation of this program, DPI will provide training and coaching for middle and high school math teachers in the participating districts, ensuring that the coaching occurs in the classroom. The bill also stipulates that DPI must deliver monthly written reports to the legislative education committees regarding the status of the program's implementation and the contracting process for the virtual reality technology provider. This initiative aims to create an engaging learning environment that utilizes immersive technology to improve educational outcomes in mathematics and science.