The LEAD-K Grant Application Is Available
Intermediate school districts and collaborating partners are encouraged to apply.
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Changes Coming to MDE-LIO
MDE-LIO is currently in the process of separating our operations into two divisions.
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 low vision (BLV) 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 BLV 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
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Greenville, MI
Spring is a beautiful time of year to enjoy nature at Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T). Women raising children who are blind or low vision and/or deaf or hard of hearing are invited for a relaxing overnight event. Come enjoy a time of connection with other...
Greenville, MI
Adventure awaits at Camp T! Bring your little explorers and enjoy some time at camp with music, movement, story time, and other fun educational activities related to the book The Tiny Seed. Parents/caregivers and children, ages 0-5, who are blind or...
Huddle up! It’s time to learn and collaborate within the Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH) field. Join MDE-LIO consultants as we host open discussions around specific DHH topics. Bring your questions and share your experiences to learn from each other...
LATEST NEWS
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The LEAD-K Grant Application Is Now Available
The Michigan Department of Education Resource for Deaf/Hard of Hearing is pleased to announce that we are seeking grant applications related to Language Equality and Acquisition for Deaf Kids (LEAD-K), or PA 256 in Michigan, to promote language de...
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Changes Coming to MDE-LIO
MDE-LIO is currently in the process of separating our operations into two divisions. The purpose of this is to help the field clearly identify who we are and who we serve.
Part of this reorganization will entail rebranding with two separate... read more
January 2025 MDE-LIO Newsletter
Please enjoy reading the January 2025 issue of the MDE-LIO newsletter. This newsletter is a collaborative effort of our staff to provide valuable information regarding services, materials, and professional development opportunities for all. Click... read more
Read the 2024 MDE-LIO Annual Report
In Fiscal Year 2024, MDE-LIO continued offering events for students, their families, and school personnel. We also continued implementing Language Equality and Acquisition for Deaf Kids (LEAD-K) legislation in Michigan and collaborated to create a... read more
FEATURED VIDEO
See all videosVisual Communication and Sign Language (VCSL) Checklist Introduction
Learn about the VCSL checklist for children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Resources shared in the video:
NASLECE VCSL Assessors/Evaluators
Contact Camille Jeter: [email protected]
Contact Rebecca Lozar: [email protected]
Contact MDE-LIO: [email protected]