Michigan Department of Education – Low Incidence Outreach (MDE-LIO)

MDE-LIO provides consultation, training, and resources to families and educational teams serving students who are Blind or Visually Impaired (BVI) and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH).

MDE-LIO's vision is to ensure equal access to a quality education for all students who are BVI and/or DHH.

Our services include:

  • Workshops and events for families and educators
  • Braille, large print, and digital books for students
  • American Printing House for the Blind (APH) Federal Quota products and textbooks
  • Professional development materials and guides for educators
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Greenville, MI

Adventure awaits at Camp T! Bring your little explorers and enjoy some time at camp with music, movement, story time, and other fun educational activities. Parents/caregivers and children who are Blind or Visually Impaired (BVI) and/or Deaf or Hard...

May 11, 2024
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Webinar

In this webinar, MDE-LIO consultants will share summer opportunities at Camp T and around the state for students who are Blind/Visually Impaired. This live webinar will be held via Zoom. Participants do not need to have a Zoom account to participate...

May 14, 2024
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Webinar

What does life after high school look like for our 18+ students with cortical/cerebral visual impairment (CVI)? Learn about resources and tools to help ease students' transition to adult life. In this webinar series, participants will meet, network...

May 15, 2024

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February 2024 Camp T Newsletter

Please enjoy reading the February 2024 issue of the Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T) newsletter, including recent camp visitors, facility updates, upcoming events, and more.

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Coming Soon: Sassafras Science and Nature Center

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 oth... read more

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Camp T Memories: Leanne Merren

As we celebrate Camp T’s 50th anniversary, we are sharing fun camp memories from past and present campers, volunteers, and staff. This story comes from Camp Assistant Leanne Merren.

Leanne’s first experience at Camp T was as a camper in 199... read more

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