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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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Join us for a one-hour virtual training session designed to guide early interventionists and school personnel through the procedures for submitting language assessment data of children who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH), ages 0-5. Offered by the...
This eight-week online class is for school personnel and adult family members who have little or no American Sign Language (ASL) skills and support the education of students in Michigan who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH). The class will focus on...
Being organized is a key to success! Join us for this independent living skills (ILS) event to discuss organizational skills such as labeling, marking, grouping, creating zones, and more. This event will include two sessions: The session on February...
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Universal Design for Learning for Students Who Are DHH
Universal design for learning (UDL) is a powerful framework that helps educators design lessons that are accessible, engaging, and effective for all students, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH).
What Is UDL?
UDL...
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Statewide RDHH Conference Sees High Engagement
In November 2025, the Michigan Department of Education Resource for Deaf/Hard of Hearing (MDE RDHH) hosted its most highly attended conference to date, drawing 177 participants, including staff and exhibitors.
The two-day conference brought... read more
Implementing LEAD-K: Frequently Asked Questions
Language Equality and Acquisition for Deaf Kids (LEAD-K) is a nationwide movement to support children who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) in developing a full foundation of language by kindergarten. LEAD-K prioritizes providing language acquisit... read more
Creating Accessible Documents at MDE RBLV and RDHH
Creating accessible documents is an integral part of our work, and it requires thoughtful planning and intentional design. We are committed to providing equal access to information for everyone, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. By in... 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]