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2025 Braille Challenge Finalists Announced

Categories: BVI
MAY152025
The Braille Challenge logo overlaid on an image of someone reading braille.

This year, the Michigan Department of Education Resource for Blind/Low Vision hosted three exciting Michigan Regional Braille Challenge events, drawing more than 30 participants in grades 1 through

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Backyard to Beach: A Language-Rich Summer

Categories: DHH
MAY152025
Young kids run and smile outside on a sunny day.

No matter what your summer schedule looks like, opportunities to provide language-rich experiences are within reach.

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Opening the Outdoors to External Groups at Camp T

Categories: Camp T
MAY152025
The entrance arch at Camp Tuhsmeheta, featuring wooden beams and the camp's name.

When programs for students who are blind/low vision (BLV) or deaf/hard of hearing (DHH) are not in session, Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T) welcomes K–12, educati

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Michigan Students Thrive at Abacus Bee Competition

Categories: BVI
MAY152025
A group of contestants and volunteers at the Michigan Abacus Bee against a starry sky backdrop and black balloons.

In November, Michigan was one of ten regional hosts for the American Printing House (APH) Abacus Bee (pictured above).

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Summer ECC for You and Me

Categories: BVI
MAY152025
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Which Deaf or Hard of Hearing Books Will You Explore?

Categories: DHH
MAY162025
A young girl reading a book outside on a sunny day.

Taking a break from school reading lists gives students time to choose books they enjoy. It’s now easier to find books that include characters with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and cultures.

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Return Borrowed Items to MDE RBLV

Categories: BVI
MAY212025
Beige shipping boxes are suspended in midair against a gray background.

Have a book or device to return to our office? Teachers may now set up a time to return borrowed materials between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

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LEAD-K Efforts Continue in Michigan

Categories: DHH
MAY212025
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Since Michigan’s LEAD-K bill was signed into law as Public Act 256 in 2022, dedicated committees have been working to bring its vision to life.

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May 2025 Newsletters

Categories: BVI, DHH
MAY232025
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Please enjoy reading our May 2025 newsletters.

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