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Guidelines for the Provision of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in Public Schools
May 8, 2025
This guidance document was developed through collaboration with a variety of stakeholders across Michigan, including representatives from education, health, and community organizations.
Michigan Transition Services Association (MTSA) Conference
March 5, 2025
The Michigan Transition Services Association (MTSA) Conference is on March 10-12, 2025 at the Lansing Center in Lansing, MI.
OAR: Postsecondary Scholarships for Autistic Students
December 11, 2024
The Organization for Autism Research�s scholarship program awards $3,000 scholarships to students across the autism spectrum.
START Staff presenting at Michigan Autism Conference (MAC)
October 8, 2024
START staff will be presenting and exhibiting at the Michigan Autism Conference (MAC), held at the Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites in Kalamazoo on October 9-11, 2024. Visit MAC's website for more information and registration.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer proclaims April 2024 as Autism Acceptance Month in Michigan
April 1, 2024
Governor Gretchen Whitmer proclaims April 2024 as Autism Acceptance Month in Michigan
Spring Webinar Series hosted by the Organization for Autism Research (OAR)
March 5, 2024
Spring Webinar Series hosted by the Organization for Autism Research (OAR)
START Staff presenting at Michigan Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Conference
February 15, 2024
START staff will be presenting and exhibiting at the Michigan Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), held at the Amway Grand Plaza in Grand Rapids from February 28 - March 1, 2024
MDE OSE releases updated guidance on Least Restrictive Environment: Nonacademic Settings
December 4, 2023
MDE OSE releases updated guidance on Least Restrictive Environment: Nonacademic Settings
OSEP releases updated listing of technical centers, including the new centers funded in FY 2023
November 13, 2023
OSEP funds over 50 centers to provide a diverse range of services and supports to special education stakeholders. These centers provide technical assistance (TA) services to families, schools, districts, and States.
Governor Whitmer Makes Appointments to the Autism Council
October 11, 2023
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointments to the Autism Council.