News

In August, Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T) marked its 50th anniversary with a special alumni reunion. More than 20 former campers and staff traveled back to Greenville to share stories and participate in camp activities they enjoyed years ago.

The day was filled with...

Please enjoy reading the August 2024 issue of the Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T) newsletter, including camp and volunteer highlights from the year, as well as facility updates.

View the newsletter in your browser:...

This year marks 50 years of Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T)! From swimming in the lake to putting on a camp play, campers and staff came together to create lasting memories at a variety of events this spring and summer. We also hosted a few new events we plan to repeat this...

Please enjoy reading the May 2024 issue of the combined MDE-LIO and Camp Tuhsmeheta newsletter. This newsletter is a collaborative effort of our staff to provide valuable information regarding services, materials, and professional development opportunities for all. Click...

The new Vision Services Severity Rating Scale 2.0 (VSSRS 2.0) is now available! This document is a tool designed to assist teachers and teacher consultants in making service time suggestions for students who are Blind/Visually impaired (BVI), ages birth to 26,...

Have a book or device to return to MDE-LIO? Teachers may now set up a time to return borrowed materials between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. To set up an appointment, contact Sarah Oberlin at oberlins@...

Visiting the doctor can be a stressful experience for families. Parents often struggle with medical jargon and are left wondering what can be done to support their child’s vision loss. Children with visual impairments may be afraid of the unfamiliar environment and...

Summer provides an amazing opportunity to continue language and literacy development. New or different experiences from the school year routine offer an opportunity for children to build their background knowledge through a variety of adventures. Summer is also a great...

A new document is available to assist in instructional planning for students who are Blind/Visually Impaired (BVI)! The Instructional Planning Process document may be used by school teams as they are working on individualized education programs (IEPs) for students. It is...