Annual Census is Open
Be counted! The APH census is now open for eligible students who are Blind/Visually Impaired. Benefits include equipment, book, and product loans covered by Federal Quota funds.
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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
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Learn about the benefits of a team approach, tools for educating general education personnel, strategies for differentiating instruction, ways to network with colleagues, and more! Access the Webinar This webinar will be held via Zoom....
Registration is open below! Braille Challenge offers many options for participation this year! Students who are Blind/Visually Impaired (BVI) and read braille are invited to participate online or in person in the 2022 Michigan Regional Braille...
ASL for Families II will build on American Sign Language (ASL) basics for those who have taken the first ASL for Families class from MDE-LIO. In this class, an additional emphasis will be placed on learning and practicing storytelling. Audience This...
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DHH Family Resources and Programs at MDE-LIO
From Amanda Schneider, MDE-LIO Education Consultant
It has been busy this fall at MDE-LIO as we expand our programs for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH) and their families. Read on to learn about what we offer.
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Get the MDE-LIO Annual Report
In 2021, MDE-LIO continued to host virtual events and adjust to changing circumstances. In our annual report, learn about the number of books and products we loaned out, the most-visited pages on our website, how our staff turned Braille Challenge... read more
December MDE-LIO Newsletter
Please enjoy reading the December issue of the MDE-LIO newsletter. The MDE-LIO newsletter is a collaborative effort of our staff to provide valuable information regarding services, materials, and professional development opportunities for all. Cli... read more
Ways to Lead Your Child’s IEP Team
From Amy Shepherd, MDE-LIO Parent Liaison, MEd, Perkins-Roman Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) Range Endorsee
Be the “captain” of your child’s individualized education program (IEP) team! Being prepared, communicating effectively,... read more