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Check out our Michigan Communication Plan tool in English, Spanish, Arabic, and ASL.
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Explore resources to support language development for young children who are deaf/hard of hearing.
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
For this event, Camp T’s staff has decided that campers and their families are ready for a bigger challenge: The gates have been locked, and puzzles and clues have been scattered around camp. Families will use skills such as puzzle-solving, teamwork...
The expanded core curriculum (ECC) is a critical component of educating students who are blind/low vision. Join us to gather practical strategies, resources, and activity ideas to incorporate the ECC into your lessons for young learners. Don’t miss...
Greenville, MI
Join us for this overnight event for women who are raising children who are blind or low vision (BLV) and/or deaf or hard of hearing (DHH). Surrounded by the beauty of the woods at Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T), moms will appreciate a time to slow down...
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Discontinued Items Now Available in the LMS
We are excited to announce that discontinued items are now available for Michigan families or school personnel to request through our library management system (LMS). Discontinued items are products, equipment, and books that we have removed from...
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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
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Several Language Equality and Acquisition for Deaf Kids (LEAD-K) Michigan recommended assessments and other educational materials designed for young children who are d... read more
January 2026 MDE RBLV and RDHH Newsletters
Please enjoy reading our January 2026 newsletters. These newsletters are a collaborative effort of our staff to provide valuable information regarding services, materials, and professional development opportunities for all. Click the links below t... read more
FEATURED VIDEO
See all videosMichigan Communication Plan for Students Who Are Deaf/Hard of Hearing (ASL)
American Sign Language (ASL) version of the Michigan Communication Plan for Students Who Are Deaf/Hard of Hearing. This document is a tool that can be used to facilitate meaningful discussion around the unique language and communication needs of a student who is DHH. The document is also available in English, Spanish, and Arabic on the Service Delivery Tools page.