Attend a Webinar Series
Mark your calendar: MDE-LIO will offer several drop-in webinars starting this fall.
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Get the VSSRS 2.0
The Vision Services Severity Rating Scale is now updated and available for school teams to use.
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Attend an Open House
Camp T is celebrating 50 years! Join in the fun by attending an open house event.
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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Huddle up! It’s time to learn and collaborate within the Deaf and 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...
The internet is overflowing with resources, but how do you navigate finding the right ones? Join MDE-LIO and Michigan Hands & Voices as we explore resources to support children who are Deaf, DeafBlind, or Hard of Hearing. Building your knowledge...
Supporting the needs of students begins with data; let’s explore what data collection sources are available to track and monitor American Sign Language (ASL) skills and development. Providers who are using these assessment tools with students who...
LATEST NEWS
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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...
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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
Early Career Prep: Set Expectations at Preschool
“What do you want to be when you grow up?”
This is a very common question we ask children, even preschoolers. They often answer that they want to be a teacher, doctor, or firefighter. Sometimes they want to do what their favorite grownup do... read more
Independent Living Skills: Tips for Repetition and Practice
You have likely heard the phrase, “It’s not one and done.” When teaching independent living skills (ILS), this phrase holds true. As teachers, caretakers, and parents, we have likely thought, “I already taught you that.” However, when it comes to... read more
FEATURED VIDEO
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In this video, learn how a teaching assistant (TA) can benefit students who are Blind/Visually Impaired.