Updated Severity Rating Scales
Download our updated Vision Services and Orientation and Mobility Severity Rating Scale documents.
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Request Discontinued APH Items
Borrow items that are incomplete or are no longer in stock at the American Printing House for the Blind (APH).
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Changes Coming to Our Office
MDE-LIO is currently in the process of separating 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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The Orientation and Mobility Severity Rating Scale (O&MSRS) - Revised is an online tool to guide professionals in determining appropriate service time recommendations for students receiving orientation and mobility services. Join us for a one-...
Greenville, MI
Adventure awaits at Camp T! Bring your little explorers and have fun with friends as we play, laugh, and learn together. At this event, parents/caregivers and children, ages 0-5, who are blind or low vision (BLV) and/or deaf or hard of hearing (DHH...
Lansing, MI
Registration will open in July 2025. Assessment to Action with Perkins Protocol: Join MDE RBLV and a Perkins Protocol team member for a full day of learning and collaboration! We'll dive into how to move from assessment to meaningful intervention,...
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May 2025 Newsletters
Please enjoy reading our May 2025 newsletters. These newsletters are a collaborative effort of our staff to provide valuable information regarding services, materials, and professional development opportunities. Click the links below to view them ...
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LEAD-K Efforts Continue in Michigan
Since Michigan’s LEAD-K bill was signed into law as Public Act 256 in 2022, dedicated committees have been working to bring its vision to life.
Language Equality and Acquisition for Deaf Kids (LEAD-K) is a national initiative designed to pr... read more
Return Borrowed Items to MDE RBLV
Have a book or device to return to our office? Teachers may now set up a time to return borrowed materials between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. To set up an appointment, contact Sarah Oberlin at 517-241-5732 or...
Which Deaf or Hard of Hearing Books Will You Explore?
Taking a break from school reading lists gives students time to choose books they enjoy. It’s now easier to find books that include characters with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and cultures. These books can offer some readers the opportunity... 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]