Former TRTA Executive Director Mike Lehr Passes Away

The Texas Retired Teachers Association’s former Executive Director, Mike Lehr, passed away yesterday. Lehr was 89 years old. He lived in San Angelo, Texas with his wife Francine.  Instead of flowers, his family has asked that donations be made in his name to the Lehr-Pritchard endowment fund.  Lehr’s Visitation Service: Jan. 19, 2019 from 4-6 p.m. […]

The 2019 Texas Legislative Session Begins

Executive Summary: The Texas legislative session began today. Read about TRTA’s legislative platform. Be sure to attend TRTA’s Day at the Capitol on April 3rd. The 86thTexas legislative session began today. It marks the start of 140 days of lawmaking that will have a major impact on the lives of all retired educators. At the […]

Happy Holidays from TRTA and TRTF!

The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) extends its season’s greetings to all members and friends. As the year draws to a close, we know our dedicated retirees will enjoy spending time with loved ones and celebrating the holidays. We at TRTA, the Board of Directors and staff, want to express our sincere appreciation to all […]

TRS Board of Trustees Meets, Discusses Pension Fund Valuation

Executive Summary: TRS pulled in a 7.7 percent return on its investments this year. TRS lowered its rate of return assumption from 8 percent to 7.25 percent earlier this year. The Legislature must work with stakeholders to achieve actuarial soundness for the pension fund. On Friday, December 14, 2018, the Teacher Retirement System of Texas […]

66th Annual TRTA Convention and Day at the Capitol: Registration Now Open!

Registration is now open for the 66th Annual TRTA Convention to be held in Austin, Texas April 1-2, 2019! This year’s theme is Connecting the Dots to TRTA’s Success, a meaningful metaphor that matches TRTA’s legislative goals as we head into another challenging session in the Texas capital city! The convention will be held at […]

TRTF Supporting Retired Educators During Natural Disasters

November has been designated by the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Board of Directors as a time to raise funds for and honor the charitable endeavors of our partner organization, the Texas Retired Teachers Foundation (TRTF). TRTF just launched its annual appeal to raise funds for its four primary charitable programs and its endowment fund: […]

¡Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias de parte de TRTA y TRTF!

Dear TRTA Members and Supporters, This is the time of year to reflect and be appreciative of those who have been a special part of our lives! The TRTA Board of Directors and the Texas Retired Teachers Foundation (TRTF) Board of Trustees are so very thankful for the time you spend volunteering for the Texas […]

TRTF Grants in Action: How A High School Band is Excelling with the Help of TRTF

November has been designated by the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Board of Directors as a time to raise funds for and honor the charitable endeavors of our partner organization, the Texas Retired Teachers Foundation (TRTF). TRTF just launched its annual appeal to raise funds for its four primary charitable programs and its endowment fund: […]

November is Foundation Month! Read About TRTF’s Classroom Assistance Grants

November has been designated by the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Board of Directors as a time to raise funds for and honor the charitable endeavors of our partner organization, the Texas Retired Teachers Foundation (TRTF). TRTF just launched its annual appeal to raise funds for its four primary charitable programs and its endowment fund: […]

Election Day is Tomorrow!

Tomorrow, Tuesday, November 6, 2018 is General Election day! We know many members and friends of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) early voted between October 22 and November 2. In fact, voter turnout in Texas has soared beyond the turnout for the most recent midterm election held in 2014! Per the Texas Tribune, “preliminary […]