Boots and Books Photos
Thank you to Nichol Lee, Spence, Bruce Maxwell, and Roy Varney for providing event photographs! To download a specific photo, click on the photo and
Honoring a Legacy of Service: Earl Wall Receives the E.L. Galyean Award
The Texas Retired Teachers Association proudly recognizes Earl Wall as the 2026 recipient of the distinguished E.L. Galyean Award—an honor reserved for those who demonstrate
Just Show Up: The Story of Richard Roberts
Richard Roberts was born and raised in Red River County, Texas, where he attended a small school in Annona and graduated in 1957. He was
A Lesson in Kindness: Alvin ISD Students Bring Joy Across Generations
The culture of giving is alive and thriving in Alvin ISD, where students and staff continue to find meaningful ways to serve others and strengthen
Letter to the Editor: Social Security & Spousal Benefits
(A message from TRTA Executive Director Tim Lee: We hope you enjoy this special guest letter:) Are you receiving all the Social Security benefits you’re
Special TRTA Live Episode This Friday at 2 P.M. Central — Featuring TRTF Leadership & Boots & Books Preview
Don’t miss a special live episode of TRTA’s broadcast this Friday, April 10 at 2:00 p.m. Central on Facebook and YouTube, featuring Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Executive
TRTA Successfully Hosts First Virtual House of Delegates
TRTA Successfully Hosts First Virtual House of Delegates History was made on March 25, 2026, as TRTA held its first-ever virtual House of Delegates! We
Texas House Interim Charges Released, Includes TRS Review
The Texas House Pensions, Investments, and Financial Services Committee (PIFS) has been charged with reviewing the long-term financial stability of the Teacher Retirement System of
TRTA 101: Elections Matter! – Friday, March 13 at 2 p.m. Central
The third episode of TRTA 101, titled “Elections Matter!”, will air live on Friday, March 13, at 2 p.m. Central. This episode will focus on
“A Labor of Love”: Cathy Duvall’s Continued Commitment to Education and Community
For many retired educators, retirement marks the closing of a chapter. For Cathy Duvall, our Local Chapter President of Fort Bend-Harris Retired Educators (FBHRE), it