Teaching Patriotism, Service, and Gratitude One Flag at a Time
Thirty years ago, J’Nelle Short began helping transform Veterans Day in Huntington, Texas, into something far more than a school event. What began as a small ceremony honoring a handful of local veterans has grown into a cherished community tradition that fills an auditorium with appreciative citizens, lines city streets with hundreds of American flags, […]
Celebrate America’s 250th: Share Your Story!
America’s 250th Anniversary is just around the corner, and the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) is excited to celebrate this historic milestone! As we reflect on our nation’s past and look toward its future, we want to hear from you about the vital role public school educators have played in shaping the United States. Teachers […]
TRTA Live: Legislative Facts
Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Executive Director Tim Lee will be live on Facebook and YouTube on May 29 at 2:00 p.m. Central. TRTA members are able to view these events on the TRTA Facebook page and YouTube channel and do not need to have an account to view these events. This edition of the live show will feature facts and information regarding legislative […]
Double Trouble Times Three — A Lasting Impact Through Education
What are the odds of finding three sets of identical twins in the Texas Retired Teachers Association — with three of the six belonging to the same local chapter? About one in 2,500. The Lubbock South Plains RTA in District 17 has such a rarity. These women, all certified teachers with more than 30 years […]
TRTA Live: Candidate Questions
Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Executive Director Tim Lee will be live on Facebook and YouTube on May 22 at 2:00 p.m. Central. TRTA members are able to view these events on the TRTA Facebook page and YouTube channel and do not need to have an account to view these events. Early voting has opened for the Runoff Elections! The Texas Primary Election […]
Chalkboard Champion: Nichol Lee
Empowering Independence Through Inclusion The Texas Retired Teachers Association celebrates educators who go beyond instruction to transform lives. Nichol Lee, a Special Education Resource/Inclusion teacher at Dripping Springs Elementary, brings that mission to life through compassion, collaboration, and a deep commitment to student independence. Nichol’s path into education began not in a classroom—but at home. […]
Joe Gregg: A Career Guided by Compassion
Joe Gregg’s path into education began with a simple dream: he wanted to be an athlete. But as he candidly recalls, “I realized I had mediocre talent,” and that moment of honesty led him toward coaching and teaching biology, inspired by his own high school teacher. What began as a backup plan soon became a […]
TRTA Live Episode Today at 2 P.M. Central!
Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Executive Director Tim Lee will be live on Facebook and YouTube on today at 2:00 p.m. Central. TRTA members are able to view these events on the TRTA Facebook page and YouTube channel and do not need to have an account to view these events. Today’s show will discuss the latest updates from the Teacher Retirement System of […]
Governor Greg Abbott Directs TRS to Seek TRS-Care Premium Reductions
Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a letter today directing the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) to “implement the maximum feasible premium reductions that both preserve the long-term financial stability of the TRS-Care fund and reduce Medicare Advantage insurance costs for retired educators.” This directive will not immediately reduce premiums, but it instructs the TRS […]
Kathy Gregg: A Counselor’s Heart, A Lifetime of Service
For more than three decades, Kathy Gregg dedicated her life to supporting students, not just academically, but personally—helping them discover their strengths and navigate life’s challenges. Alongside her husband Joe, the Gregg family left a lasting mark on education in Round Rock, Texas. From 1981 to 2017, one or both Greggs served at Westwood High […]