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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 to view them in your...

Communication and language are the foundations of learning for all students. For students who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH), the additional aspect of modality should be considered. 

Our Michigan Communication Plan for Students Who Are DHH document is...

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).

UDL is based on the idea that there is no “average...

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 together professionals...

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 acquisition resources to parents...

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 incorporating...

January is Braille Literacy Month, a time to honor braille code inventor Louis Braille and celebrate the importance of literacy for students who are blind or have low vision (BLV). It’s also a great opportunity to highlight ways braille supports the expanded core...

In Fiscal Year 2025, MDE RBLV and RDHH continued offering events for students, their families, and school personnel. We also continued implementing Language Equality and Acquisition for Deaf Kids (LEAD-K) legislation in Michigan, updated our Orientation and Mobility...