Request Discontinued Items
Borrow items that are incomplete or no longer in stock at the American Printing House for the Blind (APH).
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Get the VSSRS 2.0
The Vision Services Severity Rating Scale is now updated and available for school teams to use.
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Attend an Open House
Camp T is celebrating 50 years! Join in the fun by attending an open house event.
LEARN MOREMichigan Department of Education – Low Incidence Outreach (MDE-LIO)
MDE-LIO provides consultation, training, and resources to families and educational teams serving students who are Blind or Visually Impaired (BVI) and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH).
MDE-LIO's vision is to ensure equal access to a quality education for all students who are BVI and/or DHH.
Our services include:
- Workshops and events for families and educators
- Braille, large print, and digital books for students
- American Printing House for the Blind (APH) Federal Quota products and textbooks
- Professional development materials and guides for educators
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Greenville, MI
This is a free drop-in event; registration is not required. Through winter, spring, summer, and fall, each season at Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T) offers a unique and enchanting atmosphere for our campers who are Blind or Visually Impaired (BVI) and/or...
Which browsers are best for screen reader users? Which ones have the most low-vision options? In this Talk Tech Tuesday, join MDE-LIO Technology Team instructors on a journey to surf the internet using a variety of browsers and extensions....
Greenville, MI
Middle-school and high-school students from across the state who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH) are invited to come together for a fun-filled overnight event. Students will have an opportunity to connect and learn from each other’s unique...
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Request Discontinued APH Products by May 17
Let’s make some room for new American Printing House for the Blind (APH) products! Through Friday, May 17, 2024, MDE-LIO will take email requests for APH products that are incomplete or are no longer carried by APH. These products...
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Tips for Returning Borrowed Items to MDE-LIO
Have a book or device to return to MDE-LIO? Teachers may now set up a time to return borrowed materials between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
You can return:
- Braille and large-print books
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Tips to Prepare for Medical Appointments
Visiting the doctor can be a stressful experience for families. Parents often struggle with medical jargon and are left wondering what can be done to support their child’s vision loss. Children with visual impairments may be afraid of the unfamili... read more
FEATURED VIDEO
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In this video, learn how a teaching assistant (TA) can benefit students who are Blind/Visually Impaired.