This is the web version of our email newsletter that highlights the goings-on of your pension and health care system in easy, quick-to-read “bites.” Enjoy!
Dental and Vision Enrollment Extended to Dec. 17
Enrollment for TRS-Care Dental and TRS-Care Vision has been extended to Dec. 17! Don't miss this opportunity for comprehensive coverage with broad networks. To enroll, call 1-888-237-6762 Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Sat. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. To see more about the plans, visit MetLife TRS-Care website.
A Closer Look at Your TRS Annual Statement
It's annual statement season, so grab yours and follow along! This Understanding Your Member Statement video walks you through the main sections of your statement, showing you where you can find valuable information about your membership and retirement planning. All statements were sent by mail or electronically (if you have a MyTRS account) before Dec. 1.
Jan. 27 Nomination Deadline Nears for TRS Board Position
Current Public School Employees: Don't delay – this is your opportunity to make a difference with your retirement system! The nomination deadline for the Public School District Employee Position on the TRS board is Jan 27, 2025. Participate by nominating an eligible member, running for the position or helping spread the word!
Your Pension Fund Creates Value Statewide
You know you can rely on your pension fund for your retirement and health care benefits, but you’re not the only one benefiting from those dollars! Read how TRS member and retiree spending benefits communities across Texas.
Be Aware of Cybercrime-as-a-Service
Cybercrime-as-a-service allows anyone to buy cyberattack tools, making it easy for nonexperts to commit cybercrimes. This includes ransomware-as-a-service, phishing kits and various malware kits available on the dark web. With these tools, criminals can launch cyberattacks without advanced skills. However, basic cybersecurity practices — such as avoiding suspicious links and not visiting unknown sites — remain effective defenses against cyberthreats, helping to thwart attacks and protect your data.
Protect Your Future: Keep Your Information Current
We value you!That's why we want to ensure your information on record stays up to date so we can contact you with updates to the TRS benefits you've earned. Keeping your mailing address, name changes and your beneficiary designation(s) current gives TRS the tools to help you protect your retirement future. Discover more about managing your member information.