Federal Quota Ordering Paused
Funds are fully spent for this school year; only in-stock materials are available until October 1.
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LEARN MOREMichigan 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 low vision (BLV) 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 BLV 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
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Greenville, MI
Students from across the state who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) are invited to come together for a fun-filled two-night event. Students will have an opportunity to connect and learn from each other’s unique experiences while participating in...
Greenville, MI
Join us at Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T) for our annual Outdoor Adventure Camp! Campers will experience many adventures at this four-night camp. Participants will have an opportunity to hike, practice archery, play sports, scale the climbing tower, swim...
Detroit, MI
Join us for a sweet afternoon at our Ice Cream Social with Dad! This event is all about spending quality time together, sharing laughs, and enjoying delicious frozen treats. Children who are deaf or hard of hearing and their dads (or other adult...
LATEST NEWS
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New Websites to Launch Soon
Over the past year, our unit has been in the process of rebranding with a new name for each of our audiences: Michigan Department of Education Resource for Blind/Low Vision (MDE RBLV) and Resource for Deaf/Hard of Hearing (RDHH).
As part of...
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Federal Quota Ordering Pause Until October 1
From MDE RBLV Director and American Printing House for the Blind (APH) Ex-Officio Trustee Roxanne Balfour:
Our American Printing House for the Blind (APH) Federal Quota funds have been fully expended for the 2025–2026 school year. This mean... read more
Summer Memories Ahead: Programs for Students Who Are DHH
Summer is a wonderful time to take a break from the routine and enjoy different experiences. Several opportunities are available in Michigan for students who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) to have a variety of experiences this summer. Summer ca... read more
Adventure Awaits: Summer BLV Programs in Michigan
Every summer, families and educators across Michigan look for opportunities to help students who are blind or low vision (BLV) continue growing, exploring, and building confidence. Michigan’s statewide summer programs are designed with exactly tho... read more
FEATURED VIDEO
See all videosMichigan Communication Plan for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (ASL)
American Sign Language (ASL) version of the Michigan Communication Plan for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH). This document is a tool that can be used to facilitate meaningful discussion around the unique language and communication needs of a student who is DHH. Information captured in the Michigan Communication Plan can help teams discuss a child’s access to educational programs and services.