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. 

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:
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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: October 2023

President:
Joyce Reinoso

Vice President for Programs:
Janice Ballinger

Vice President for Membership:
Robin Schoss

Recording Secretary:
Naomi Mattarock

Corresponding Secretary:
Paula Berrillo

Treasurer:
Walter Banze

At-Large Members:
Chris ArmbrusterHal MarksTish 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, 2024-2025

Hopefully, every PFT Retiree has received our flyer(s) with information about our confirmed PFTR excursions for the year 2024,  Please use that 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.

PFT Retiree Chapter:
c/o Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers
10 South 19th Street at the River
Pittsburgh PA  15203

PUT-IN-BAY                                               $214

Port Clinton, OH                    Thursday, August 17th

Jet Express water transportation to island ● Narrated Private tram tour of the island ●
Doller House Tour ● Put-in-Bay Winery ● Free time to explore ● Meal voucher

 This island getaway is full of fun and coastal vibes.  Come join the fun!

CUYAHOGA  SCENIC RAILROAD FALL LEAVES   $157 

Akron, OH                                                Thursday, October 17th

“All Aboard!”

Take in the beauty and wonder of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park in a vintage rail car!
Enjoy the live narration and experience the beauty of the Cuyahoga Valley on our two hour ride.

Comfortable seating on board the train along with a snack car and gift area.
Afterwards enjoy a delicious lunch at the Hartville Kitchen

Your lunch includes: Salad, choice of 1 of 3 entrees, homemade pie and beverage.

Upon finishing the tour, you are free to shop at the Bakery and Gift Shop on site or walk over to
the Hartville Hardware – a little something for everyone.  Hartville Marketplace and Flea Market.

 OGLEBAY FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS & MORE    $157

Wheeling, WV                                      Monday, December 9th

 New Holiday Show for 2024 and a scrumptious buffet dinner including dessert at Wilson Lodge.

 Time to explore – Carriage House Shoppe known for the beautiful ornaments and glass along with a
wonderful assortment of Fiestaware, Farmhouse Sweets & Treats – oh the homemade chocolates
and local gift items and Wilson Lodge Gift Shop! 

Following dinner, enjoy a joyful ride through The Festival Lights. Unique and instantly memorable in
its own splendor of Lights and Themes.

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!

Reach out today!

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!

The PFT PAC-endorsed slate of candidates for the Spring, 2024 is coming soon!

PFT400 Retiree News