Who we are

The Retired Members Committee identifies and pursues opportunities for retired educators to address issues of shared concern. Currently, the committee is focused on:

• Supporting educators of color.
• Ensuring a dignified retirement by fighting for cost-of-living increases.
• Offering learning opportunities through a virtual speaker series.
• Eliminating high-stakes testing.
• Actively supporting local unions in contract negotiations.
• Advocating for increased education funding.
• Working to elect pro-education candidates to public office.
• Supporting broader MTA initiatives.

This work not only shapes the future of education, but also ensures that retirees’ voices remain a vital part of key discussions.

Each year, elections are held to select representatives for the Retired Members Committee. The committee is composed of:

• Eight retired members elected statewide by delegates at the Annual Meeting.
• Statewide Retired District Director(s).
• One Executive Committee retired member.
• Two active members (not on the Board or Executive Committee), who are appointed by the MTA president.
• One Board of Directors member, elected by the Board.
• The MTA president or their designee.

We encourage you to get involved — run for election, join the committee, or attend a retiree event. Your voice matters, and your experience is invaluable.