Michigan Interagency Coordinating Council
The Michigan Interagency Coordinating Council (MICC) is authorized and required by Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) as amended by Public Law 105-17. The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) is designated as the lead agency for the state of Michigan. The MICC is charged with advising and assisting MDE in the development and implementation of a statewide, comprehensive, coordinated, multidisciplinary, interagency system that provides early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families.
MICC Vision
A fully responsive system of quality services, supports, and funding for eligible infants, toddlers, and their families.
MICC Mission
The Michigan Interagency Coordinating Council advises and assists the Michigan Department of Education in matters related to Early On® and early childhood transitions.
Early On Vision
Infants and toddlers who are enrolled in Early On reach their fullest potential, successfully transitioning to the next phase of life, with empowered and supportive families.
Early On Mission
Early On builds upon and provides supports and resources to assist family members and caregivers to enhance eligible children's learning and development through everyday learning opportunities.
Membership
The MICC is comprised of stakeholders in Michigan's early intervention system. Membership includes the following Governor-appointed members: parents of infants or toddlers with disabilities, individuals representing public or private providers of early intervention services, an individual representing the Michigan Legislature, a Head Start program representative, a personnel preparation representative, state agency administrators, and other representatives. Membership List (updated 10/2020)
MICC Bylaws
MICC Bylaws (updated 2/4/2021)
Meetings
MICC meetings provide members, families, partners, grantees, and concerned citizens the opportunity to comment on Michigan's system of early intervention. These meetings are also an opportunity for members and other interested parties to participate, in person, in the work of the MICC. All meetings are open to the public. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Special accommodations, including interpreter and translator services, should be requested at least two weeks prior to a scheduled meeting. For meeting information or to request special accommodations, contact the Office of Great Start/Early Childhood Development and Family Education at 517-241-7004.
2021 Meeting Dates
- Thursday, February 4, 2021
2-4-2021 MICC Meeting Agenda
2-4-2021 MICC Quick Notes - Thursday, May 6, 2021
- Thursday, September 9, 2021
- Thursday, November 4, 2021
2020 Meeting Dates
- Thursday, February 6, 2020
2-6-2020 MICC Meeting Agenda
2-6-2020 MICC Quick Notes
2-6-2020 MICC Meeting Minutes - Thursday, May 7, 2020
5-7-2020 MICC Meeting Agenda
5-7-2020 MICC Quick Notes
5-7-2020 MICC Meeting Minutes - Thursday, September 3, 2020
9-3-2020 MICC Meeting Agenda
9-3-2020 MICC Quick Notes
9-3-2020 MICC Meeting Minutes - Thursday, November 5, 2020
11-5-2020 MICC Meeting Agenda
11-5-2020 MICC Quick Notes
11-5-2020 MICC Meeting Minutes
2019 Meeting Dates
- Thursday, February 14, 2019
2-14-19 MICC Meeting Agenda
2-14-19 MICC Quick Notes
2-14-19 MICC Meeting Minutes - Thursday, May 2, 2019
5-2-19 MICC Meeting Agenda
5-2-19 MICC Quick Notes
5-2-19 MICC Minutes - Thursday, September 5, 2019
9-5-19 MICC Meeting Agenda
9-5-19 MICC Quick Notes
9-5-19 MICC Minutes - Thursday, November 7, 2019
11-7-19 MICC Meeting Agenda
11-7-19 MICC Quick Notes
11-7-19 MICC Minutes
Past Meeting Minutes
- 2-8-18 MICC Minutes
- 5-10-18 MICC Minutes
- 9-13-18 MICC Minutes
- 11-8-18 MICC Minutes
- 2-9-17 MICC Minutes
- 5-18-17 MICC Minutes
- 9-14-17 MICC Minutes
- 11-9-17 MICC Minutes
Member Resources
- 2011 Part C Regulations
- Abbreviations (Acronyms) You May Need If You Have a Young Child with Special Needs
- Early On Glossary
- Executive Order No. 2007-43
- Fiscal Ad Hoc Committee
- Feeding and Swallowing Concerns Guidance Document 2015
- Updated 2/8/2021 - Financial Support Document for Parents
Updated 10/20/2020 - Request for Parent Support Funds
Updated 10/20/2020 - Request for Child Care Reimbursement
Updated 1/1/2021 - Travel Reimbursement Rates
Guidelines for Travel Times
Updated 7/2016 - Prior Approval for Special Events/Meetings - Michigan Local Interagency Coordinating Council Handbook (6/2018)
- Roberts Rules of Order
- State Systemic Improvement Plan (SSIP)
- Transition to Kindergarten Parent Guides
Additional Resources
- Early On Training and Technical Assistance (EOTTA)
- Michigan Alliance for Families
- Office of Special Education Programs
- Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services
- Rehabilitation Services Administration
Contact Information
Michigan Department of Education
Office of Great Start/Early Childhood Development and Family Education
P.O. Box 30008
Lansing, MI 48909
517-241-7004
Barbara Schinderle, MICC Liaison
schinderleb@michigan.gov
Cheryl Najm, Department Analyst
517-335-1580
najmc@michigan.gov