Registration closes October 3, 2025
5-8 p.m.
Free
Description
The Language Equality and Acquisition for Deaf Kids (LEAD-K) movement works to end language deprivation and allow children who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) a strong language foundation for kindergarten readiness. The launch of LEAD-K in Michigan is here!
Come join us to learn about LEAD-K Michigan and how you can be a partner in supporting our youngest learners on their journey toward kindergarten readiness. This event will have learning opportunities for both school personnel and families of DHH children ages 0-5. Language milestones, inclusive of both American Sign Language (ASL) and English, as well as resources, tools, and assessments to track and monitor language and literacy development will be shared. A light dinner will be provided.
Pre-registration is required. There is no fee, and all are welcome to register for this event. Due to space constraints, we regret that we cannot accommodate walk-ins.
Audience
This event is for adult family members, school personnel, and other professionals working with children in Michigan, ages 0-5, who are DHH.
(Adult family members may bring children. However, there will not be childcare or activities provided for the children.)
Additional Date and Location
This event will also be held in Escanaba:
Launching LEAD-K Michigan: Upper Peninsula
October 23, 2025
4-7 p.m.
Escanaba, MI
Accessibility Accommodations
It is important for participants to request accessibility accommodations at least three weeks prior to the event. Outside agencies MDE-LIO contracts with to provide accommodations cannot guarantee services if requests are made in less than three weeks.
Cancellation Policy
Please email [email protected] as soon as possible if you need to cancel your registration. Please note: For events that require payment, MDE-LIO will issue refunds only for cancellations received no less than three business days prior to the event.