Celebrating Children on the Lawn: A Rededication to the ‘Tribute to Texas Children’ Memorial
The Texas Retired Teacher Association (TRTA) is honored to showcase a monumental dedication from past and present: Tribute to Texas Children. In collaboration with the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA), TRTA participated in a rededication of the Tribute to Texas Children monument that sits on the north lawn of the Texas Capitol. During […]
Urgent Action Alert: Vote NO on HB 3221 – Threatens TRS Funding
Use the Action Alert! The Texas House has postponed a vote on HB 3221 until Monday, May 12, at 8 a.m. HB 3221 is projected to have an actuarial impact of $806M to the Teacher Retirement System (TRS). HB 3221 attempts to equalize TRS contribution percentages for Independent School Districts (ISDs) and charter schools as […]
Tim Lee Live Today at 2:00 P.M. Central!
Over the last few years, TRS retirees have seen the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), a cost-of-living increase, a 13th check, increased state funding for the pension fund, and reduced TRS-Care premiums. These successes have been due to the strength of TRTA’s membership. Together we are stronger and more […]
ACTION ALERT: Ask Your Representative to Vote “NO” on HB 3221
Over the last few years, TRS retirees have seen the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), a cost-of-living increase, a 13th check, increased state funding for the pension fund, and reduced TRS-Care premiums. These successes have been due to the strength of TRTA’s membership. Together we are stronger and more […]
A Mother and Daughter’s Special Bond Through Teaching
Wanda Kirkpatrick celebrated her 90th birthday last year, and her daughter, Mechele Ussery, hosted a celebration in Ballinger, Texas. More than 100 guests attended, including 20 teachers from Plano, Carrollton-Farmers Branch, and Grapevine – districts where Wanda left her mark as an educator. Their shared path in education began at Litchfield Park Elementary in Arizona, […]
Tim Lee Live Today at 2:00 P.M. Central!
Over the last few years, TRS retirees have seen the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), a cost-of-living increase, a 13th check, increased state funding for the pension fund, and reduced TRS-Care premiums. These successes have been due to the strength of TRTA’s membership. Together we are stronger and more […]
MJ Hamilton – A Life Filled with Purpose
Mary Jane “MJ” Hamilton lived her life with passion, purpose, and dedication. She retired in 1996 and moved to Allen, Texas, where she helped start the Allen Retired Educators Association. Having worked in schools for more than 30 years as an elementary teacher, counselor, and associate psychologist working with Special Education students, Hamilton was no […]
Tim Lee Live Tomorrow at 2:00 P.M. Central!
Over the last few years, TRS retirees have seen the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), a cost-of-living increase, a 13th check, increased state funding for the pension fund, and reduced TRS-Care premiums. These successes have been due to the strength of TRTA’s membership. Together we are stronger and more […]
Sunflower Lady’s Legacy Continues to Grow
As a University of Texas graduate having earned multiple degrees, Dr. Susana Alemán devoted her entire career to the field of education, touching the lives of many. Her work in secondary and post-secondary education within the public schools offered her the opportunity to work with students in various capacities at Austin ISD, Falfurrias High School, Austin […]
The Tim Lee Live Show is Off This Week
Over the last few years, TRS retirees have seen the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), a cost-of-living increase, a 13th check, increased state funding for the pension fund, and reduced TRS-Care premiums. These successes have been due to the strength of TRTA’s membership. Together we are stronger and more […]