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...
Calling all Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T) alumni: Are you a former Camp T volunteer, staff member, or camper? If you are 18 or older, we invite you to join our Camp T email list! We will share camp updates, information about relevant events for alumni, opportunities to give...
Please enjoy reading the February 2024 issue of the Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T) newsletter, including recent camp visitors, facility updates, upcoming events, and more.
Lights, heat, action! Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T) is making final preparations for opening the new Sassafras Science and Nature Center this spring. After it is completed, staff will begin moving in furniture, educational and tactile displays, and other exciting exhibits for...
Please enjoy reading the January 2024 issue of the MDE-LIO newsletter. The MDE-LIO newsletter is a collaborative effort of our staff to provide valuable information regarding services, materials, and professional development opportunities for all. Click the link below to...
Each student who is Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH) has unique needs, accommodations, and methods of communicating (both receptively and expressively). Classroom dynamics can impact a student’s access to communication and instruction. Because of this, it is important for...
Creating a plan before an emergency occurs is one way to help your student or family know what to do if an emergency arises. When a child is Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH), additional considerations are needed to ensure the student has access and clear communication. ...
