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.
2-17-2017 MDE Memo 
MICC Fiscal Ad Hoc Committee Report and Recommendations (11-18-16)
MICC Fiscal Ad Hoc Committee Summary of Recommendations (11-18-16)
5-18-17 MICC Fiscal Ad Hoc Presentation
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 parents of infants or toddlers with disabilities, service providers, state agency administrators, personnel preparation staff, and a state legislator. Membership List (updated 11/1/19)
MICC Bylaws
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.
2020 Meeting Dates
- Thursday, February 6, 2020
- Thursday, May 7, 2020
- Thursday, September 3, 2020
- Thursday, November 5, 2020
2019 Meeting Dates
(See agendas for time and location.)
- 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
2018 Meetings
- Thursday, February 8, 2018
2-8-18 MICC Meeting Agenda
2-8-18 MICC Quick Notes
2-8-18 MICC Minutes - Thursday, May 10, 2018
5-10-18 MICC Meeting Agenda
5-10-18 MICC Quick Notes
5-10-18 MICC Minutes - Thursday, September 13, 2018
9-13-18 MICC Meeting Agenda
9-13-18 MICC Quick Notes
9-13-18 MICC Minutes - Thursday, November 8, 2018
11-8-18 MICC Meeting Agenda
11-8-18 MICC Quick Notes
11-8-18 MICC Minutes
2017 Meeting Minutes
Member Resources
- 12-10-18 Appointment to MICC
- 10-26-18 Appointments to MICC
- 10-22-18 Appointments to MICC
- 3-22-18 Appointments to MICC
- 2-8-18 Reappointments to MICC
- 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
- Feeding and Swallowing Concerns Guidance Document 2015
- Updated 1/14/19 - Financial Support Document for Parents
Updated 12/10/18 - Request for Parent Support Funds
Updated 12/10/18 - Request for Child Care Reimbursement
Updated 1/1/19 - Travel Reimbursement Rates
Updated 11/9/15 - 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
Outside Links
- Center for Educational Networking (CEN)
- Early On Training and Technical Assistance (EOTTA)
- Michigan Alliance for Families
- Office of Special Education Programs
- Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services
- National Center on Secondary Education and Transition
- National Dropout Prevention Center for Students with Disabilities
- 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
517-335-0592 (fax)
Barbara Schinderle, MICC Liaison
schinderleb@michigan.gov
Cheryl Najm, Department Analyst
517-335-1580
najmc@michigan.gov
