The National Education Association (NEA) is offering the UniServ Pre-Employment Development Program to members interested in working for teachers associations.

The program emphasizes personal and professional development in the areas of acquiring organizational knowledge, job skills, and taking a reflective look at one’s personal attitude. This is accomplished through an intensive 16-day training experience in Washington, DC and a state-based experience for at least four weeks. Applications are available at the MTA office and are due Wednesday, February 2.

Is 2005 your retirement year?
CTA Retirement Workshop

The CTA Retirement Workshop is Saturday, January 22 at the Sheraton Cerritos. A State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) representative will present pertinent information regarding the retirement program. The cost is $13 per person and is due to the MTA office no later than Thursday, January 13.

State Teachers’ Retirement System
Workshop Is Wednesday, March 2

The Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) and State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS) will again conduct a workshop in the District describing services available to STRS members. The workshop will be held Wednesday, March 2 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. It will be held in the Board Room at District office. No reservations are necessary for this workshop. Immediately, following the workshop, employees may sign up for individual interviews scheduled for Thursday, March 31.

Retirement Benefits Workshop Planned for Thursday, March 10

The MTA Trust Fund and all retiree health benefits will be explained at the Retirement Benefits Workshop Thursday, March 10, 3:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the District Office. The workshop will be presented by Dolores Gonzales from MUSD Risk Management and Sandy Muhr from Allied Administrators. All those considering retiring in the next several years should attend this very informative workshop. Friends and spouses are invited to attend as well.

Early Retirement Option Deadline Is Friday, April 15

If you are planning on early retirement at the conclusion of the current school year, you must complete and return the option form to the certificated personnel office no later than Friday, April 15. You must be between 55 and 60 years of age and have 15 years of experience with the District to qualify for the option. You are not obligated to include a letter of resignation at the time of completing the option form. Call Jean at extension 2329 for more information.

Join Us for the Retirement Banquet Friday, June 3

The MTA Retirement is scheduled for Friday, June 3. Please contact the MTA office if you are planning to retire or know someone who is. We plan to make this an evening to remember!