Michigan 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
See all eventsHuddle 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...
Social skills are essential for all kinds of interactions. Children use their social skills to communicate, play, and develop friendships. They wave, fist bump, take turns, share, cooperate, make requests, and learn to respect personal space. ...
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 There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Some Leaves. Parents/caregivers and...
LATEST NEWS
See all newsGet the 2024 Camp T Annual Report
In 2024, Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T) hosted several new programs, including a Deaf/Hard of Hearing Summer Camp, Little Explorers playgroups for children ages 0-5, and a Fine Arts Camp for students who are Blind/Low Vision. Camp T’s new nature center...
read moreBraille Challenge: Where Are They Now?
Braille Challenge is a national competition designed to test the braille literacy skills of students in grades 1-12 who are Blind or Low Vision (BLV). For the past decade, MDE-LIO has hosted the Michigan Regional Braille Challenge, giving students... read more
September 2024 MDE-LIO Newsletter
Please enjoy reading the September 2024 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. Clic... read more
MDE-LIO Student Advisory Board Expands
Last school year, MDE-LIO created a Student Advisory Board. This group provides an opportunity for high school students entering grades 9-12 who are Blind/Visually Impaired (BVI) or Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) to share their perspectives, experienc... read more
FEATURED VIDEO
See all videosAdvocating for Accommodations: TA Perspective
In this video, learn how a teaching assistant (TA) can benefit students who are Blind/Visually Impaired.