Bill > SB588

This bill establishes a two-year pilot program for professional development specifically targeting science teachers in kindergarten through 12th grade. The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) will collaborate with nonprofit organizations in Wisconsin to develop and implement professional development opportunities for science educators during the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years. As part of this program, DPI may provide science equipment at no cost to participating teachers for use in their classrooms if the equipment is related to or the subject of the professional development session. The bill requires DPI to submit a comprehensive report to the legislature by October 1, 2027, detailing the number of teachers who received professional development, the science equipment provided, and the organizations involved in delivering the training. Additionally, within 45 days of the bill becoming law, DPI must submit a funding request to the Joint Committee on Finance to supplement the appropriation for this professional development program. The overall goal appears to be enhancing science education by providing targeted training and resources for science teachers across the state.

Education

https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/sen/bill/sb588