Attend a Webinar Series
Mark your calendar: MDE-LIO will offer several drop-in webinars this school year.
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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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Greenville, MI
This is a free drop-in event; registration is not required. Through winter, spring, summer, and fall, each season at Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T) offers a unique and enchanting atmosphere for our campers who are Blind or Visually Impaired (BVI) and/or...
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...
This three-part series will provide group support for Michigan-based teacher consultants for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing (TC-DHH) on topics such as data collection, lesson planning, tools for supporting self-advocacy skills and individualized education...
LATEST NEWS
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Get 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...
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Braille 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.