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.
SAVE THE DATE for Wednesday, September 23, 2026
New Retirees Luncheon
Shannopin Country Club
Save the date for one of the best days of the PFTR year. More details due this summer!
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: June, 2026
President:
Joyce Reinoso
Vice President for Programs:
Karen Teulle
Vice President for Membership:
Robin Schoss
Recording Secretary:
Jenny Gadd
Corresponding Secretary:
Patti Illig
Treasurer:
Tish Rygalski
At-Large Members:
Walt Banze
Chris Armbruster
Mary Young
Carmella Cosby
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, 2026-2027
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 26′-27′ School Year–we’ll let you know when these are available!
PFT Retiree Chapter
Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers
10 South 19th Street at the River
Pittsburgh PA 15203
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!
ELECTION SUPPORT & INFORMATION!
Use this link to find the representative that represents YOU!
PFT400 Retiree News
Meet School Police Officer Faith Stephens
Security Officer Faith Stephens has enjoyed a significantly long tenure with School Security -- learn more about what keeps Faith going, here.
PFT Talk: The PFT Podcast–Season 2!
Live! S. 2: Ep. 7 of PFT Talk - Fall Season Finale features a behind-the-scenes peek at a salary-focused podcast from TEACH attendee Kristen Clark of New Jersey.