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!
Lower Premiums for Eligible TRS-Care Medicare Advantage Retirees
New, lower premiums are available during a limited-time enrollment opportunity for TRS-Care Medicare Advantage, open until March 31, 2026! If you never enrolled in the plan, previously dropped it, or want to add dependents, don't miss this opportunity to take advantage of lower premiums. Learn more.
New Year, New Life Event?
The new year is unfolding, which means it may also be a common time to experience a personal or career life-changing event. If you’re starting a family, moving, turning 65, or even retiring this year, we have all the resources you need to help with a smooth transition and navigate your life events with ease. The impact of these events can be significant, and we want to ensure you’re making the most of your benefits – in all ways possible – with each step forward.
Join Us for a Group Office Visit This Spring
We still have openings for our March and April group office visits! If you’re considering retirement in the current or next school year, this session is perfect for you! TRS Counselors will walk through your retirement packet, help you complete your forms and answer your questions. View the Group Office Visits schedule for dates, locations and registration details. We hope to see you soon!
TRS Time Capsule: Reflecting on the Past, Present and Future
As you may have heard, TRS is preparing to install a time capsule later this year at TRS' new Member Experience Center, where you will receive the same important services you receive today. The capsule will celebrate contributions and achievements of Texas public educators and TRS history.
Check out the Time Capsule webpage for the latest and to see how you can be a part of TRS history! You can also subscribe to the Time Capsule email list to stay informed.
20 Years of Establishing Pathways With Up-and-Coming Money Managers
For a 20th year, TRS’ Emerging Manager Program has continued to nurture small-sized investment management talent across the pension’s various portfolios. Learn more about what took place during February’s TRS/ERS Emerging manager conference.
TRS Talks | Teacher's Pets with Ms. Goodmanson
Watch the latest episode of TRS Talks, where we travel to Waco to meet Haven Goodmanson and her collection of classroom pets. From lizards and snakes to tortoises and jumping spiders, she said class pets provide emotional support for students and bring animal-loving classmates together. In addition to sharing her passion for pets, Ms. Goodmanson said she looks forward to receiving a reliable monthly pension from TRS when she retires.