News for 2023

When you dig deep into soil, there are different layers called soil horizons. The layers are called “horizons” because they spread from side to side (horizontally).

Story sticks are used to help recall a story about a trip, hike, or other special event. They can be made of walking sticks, rulers, dowel rods, or small sticks.

Many different forms of wildlife use defensive mechanisms to survive in the wild. For example, some plants (roses and berries) grow thorns to keep animals from eating their leaves and fruit.

From Amy Shepherd, MDE-LIO Parent Liaison, MEd 

Two students from Michigan will be moving on to the Braille Challenge Finals in June. MDE-LIO would like to congratulate:

For several years, school personnel in the Blind/Visually Impaired (BVI) field have hosted regional “swap meets” throughout Michigan.

From MDE-LIO Education Consultant Amanda English

Thank you to everyone who attended our statewide Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) conference, Building Connections for a Bright Future, on April 28-29 in Lansing.

This coming year, MDE-LIO will offer three opportunities to get involved with Blind/Visually Impaired (BVI) early childhood projects.

In March 2023, the Michigan Department of Education Office of Special Education issued a new guidance document, Determination of Eligibility for Michigan Mandatory Special Education (MMSE) for Infa