PFT Retiree Chapter: Teachers for Life
Ours is a vibrant and active chapter, with events, luncheons, trips, educational opportunities and numerous ways to remain engaged, involved and absolutely essential to the cause of education that has so enriched our lives.
ALERT: The deadline for registration and payment for the PFT RETIREE LUNCHEON on November 13th is fast approaching!
Registration and payment deadline is November 5th!
Click here to view or download Retiree luncheon flyer. Coimplete and return the bottom of the form with your payment. If you have any questions or concerns, please call 412.431.5900.
PFT RETIREE TRIP TO DC in December! Registration ends October 8!
Please scroll down to “Trips and Tours” or simply click here to go to the information flyer that provides all the details for what’s sure to be the trip of the year.
Political Involvement
The AFT has quite a few opportunities to volunteer your time and talents this political season.
You can complete postcards, phone bank, peer-to-peer text or canvass among other things. Please check back soon for a downloadable updated SLATE of PFT400 PAC endorsed candidates for the upcoming 2025 General election in PA--one that will be vital to the PA State Judiciary!
CLICK HERE to view, download or save
the 2025 PFT PAC Endorsed Slate of Candidates
In the meantime, we at the PFTR are particularly proud of the part we played in developing the AFT’s Adopt A District program. (See link below)
This is a program where volunteers focus on a particular congressional race. The districts that were selected were chosen because they are competitive contests in a swing state with a competitive senatorial race as well.
We also looked for districts that might include consequential state elections. We are thrilled to announce the CD PA 17 (Rep. Chris Deluzio’s district) has been included in this worthwhile effort. If you would like to explore and/or sign up for any of these options, please go to: go.aft.org/volunteer
You can also join the AFT Retiree’s dynamic group, the AFTerburners. We are the political activism arm of the AFT Retiree division. No previous training or experience is required. We will provide all of the necessary training.
Any questions? Need any help? Click here to email PFT Retiree President Joyce Reinoso.
Let’s Move Mountains for the First Cost of Living Increase (COLA) in 22 years!
Find and contact your PA legislator here.
Learn more about the issue with our statewide TUNA mailer here.
2020 Medicare Supplement Premium Reimbursement Letter Available Here:
(click to view larger, download or print)
PFT Retiree Essentials: Application, Benefits, Need-to-Know’s
Application for Membership
Retiree Chapter dues are $30 per year ($2.50/month, September through August). Click here to download, print and complete our application form, and mail it to us along with your check for $30 dollars payable to PFT Retiree Chapter.
PFT Retiree Chapter:
c/o Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers
10 South 19th Street at the River
Pittsburgh PA 15203
Chapter Executive Board
PFT Retiree Chapter, Local 400R Executive Board Members
Updated: August, 2024
President:
Joyce Reinoso
Vice President for Programs:
Janice Ballinger
Vice President for Membership:
Robin Schoss
Recording Secretary:
Jennifer Gadd
Corresponding Secretary:
Karen Teulle
Treasurer:
Walter Banze
At-Large Members:
Chris ArmbrusterPatti IlligTish RygalskiMary Young
Ex Officio Member:
Pat Colangelo
Discounts & Benefits
PFT members and member retirees enjoy discounts across health, wellness and everyday services. From optical, hearing, mental health, insurance and financial services, to vehicle care, wireless providers, notary services and more.
Download our most recent PFT Discount & Service Arrangements.
Retiree Chapter Trips, 2025-2026
Hopefully, every PFT Retiree has received our flyer(s) for our DC Trip in December–what may be the event of the year.
Click here for everything you need to know!
Check back soon for an updated list of trips this year.
Please use our latest Trip List flyer above to to respond, or if you prefer, make checks payable to the PFT Retiree Chapter–please put the specific trip and number of reservations in the “memo” section of your check. REMEBER THAT RESERVATIONS ARE DUE OCTOBER 8th!
PFT Retiree Chapter:
c/o Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers
10 South 19th Street at the River
Pittsburgh PA 15203
We will be updating Trip offers and itineraries below as they become available for sharing–please stop back soon to view, share or download our information flyers for the 25′-26′ School Year.
PSERS Information & Links
The Public School Employees Retirement System (PSERS) is a PA government website designed with retirees in mind.
In the event of the death of a PSERS retiree, alternate payee, survivor annuitant, or beneficiary receiving a monthly payment from PSERS, a family member or person responsible for handling your affairs should contact PSERS by calling toll-free 1-800-773-7748.
More information can be found here: Reporting a Death to PSERS.
Learn More
Reach out directly to Retiree Chapter President Joyce Reinoso for more information about the PFT Retiree Chapter!
The mission of the PFT Retiree Chapter #400 is to foster a lifelong connection between its members and the Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers, advance the interests of the next generation of PFT members, and provide unwavering support for the students of the Pittsburgh Public Schools as well as the community at large.
We anchor Political Activism, participate and support PFT events (the PFT could not pull off the annual Labor Day celebration without us!) and we serve as a living example of lifelong union solidarity and participation that is critical for younger members to see.
All for just 30 dollars a year!
2024 ELECTION SUPPORT & INFORMATION!
Use this link to find the representative that represents YOU!
PFT PAC-endorsed Slate Available September 12, 2024!
PFT400 Retiree News
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