TRTA Convention and Day at the Capitol Wrap-Up
ACTION ALERT: Thank your legislator here! Last week, the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) held its 62nd Annual Convention in Austin, Texas on April 6-7, followed by an exciting Day at the Capitol event on April 8. Nearly 1,000 members joined us for the Convention, held at the JW Marriott in downtown Austin. Convention attendees […]
TRTA Day at the Capitol is Here!
Send an email to your legislator and invite them to TRTA Day at the Capitol by clicking here! Today, April 8, is the Texas Retired Teachers Association Day at the Capitol event! More than 1000 retired educators from across the state will arrive on the east grounds of the Texas Capitol wearing red shirts, carrying […]
TRTA Day at the Capitol Event Next Week! We Need Your Help!
Click Here to Email Your Legislators about TRTA Day at the Capitol! The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) will host its biennial Day at the Capitol event on April 8, 2015 in conjunction with the 62nd Annual Convention in Austin. We need your help reaching out to legislators! Help us extend an invitation to all […]
Invite Your Legislators to Day at the Capitol!
Click Here to Email Your Legislator about TRTA Day at the Capitol! The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) will host its biennial Day at the Capitol event on April 8, 2015 in conjunction with the 62nd Annual Convention in Austin. Thousands of Texas public education retirees will fill the halls of the Texas Capitol wearing […]
Season’s Greetings from the Texas Retired Teachers Association!
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) wishes all of our members and friends a very happy, healthy holiday season! We are so grateful to have your support, positive action and enthusiasm as we move forward into what is sure to be an exciting, productive year. While we must face many challenges, particularly as we address […]
TRTA 61st Annual Convention Right Around the Corner!
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) is finalizing plans for the 61st Annual TRTA Convention to be held in Dallas April 13-15, 2014. Nearly 1000 retirees are registered for the event already, which is taking place at the Sheraton Hotel Dallas on 400 N. Olive Street. This year’s theme, “Lasso Our Legacy,” focuses on the […]
TRTA Launches Initiative Reaching Out to Active School Personnel
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) has been working on a special project over the past several years to create a community for both active and retired school personnel. In the summer of 2013, the project was presented to the TRTA District Presidents and has been in the final development stages for the past several […]
Thoughts of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is just a couple days away and, like you, I too am reflecting on all that I am thankful for. Of course, at the top of the list I am thankful for my wonderful family, their health, for safe travels as I visit local TRTA meetings and attend conferences around the country. I am […]
TRTA Members Are Making the Difference!
Action on SB 1458 Expected Any Day Now! Keep calling and Click here to make sure your voice is heard! TRTA expects action today or tomorrow on Senate Bill 1458. Senator Robert Duncan, the author of the bill, continues to meet with stakeholders to improve the bill and address concerns of both retired and active […]
TRTA Day at the Capitol a Huge Success!
Pictured Above: Retired teachers descend on Austin for our Day at the Capitol event. Middle: TRTA State President Maridell Fryar received the Speaker’s gavel yesterday. Texas Speaker of the House Joe Straus gave Maridell his gavel as a sign of appreciation and respect for the work done by TRTA volunteers. Over 1,000 TRTA members came […]