Retirement
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Visit: Planning for Retirement on the TRS website for information on when to begin the retirement process and what options are available for you.
Retirement Benefit Presentations:
RSVP can be completed via MyTRS or by calling 1-800-223-8778.
All appointments must be made by the deadlines listed on the following schedule.
Please check statewide schedules frequently, as this information is subject to change.
2024-25 Ready to Retire (In-Person):
| City | Venue | Address | Date | Deadline to Register | Time |
| MESQUITE | MESQUITE ISD | 3819 Towne Crossing Blvd | Monday, Oct. 14, 2024 | Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024 | 5:30 PM |
| DEER PARK | DEER PARK ISD | 2800 Texas Avenue | Monday, Oct. 21, 2024 | Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024 | 5:30 PM |
| WHITE SETTLEMENT | REGION 11 ESC | 1451 S Cherry Ln | Monday, Oct. 28, 2024 | Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 | 5:30 PM |
| LUBBOCK | REGION 17 ESC | 1111 W Loop 289 Acc Rd | Monday, Nov. 4, 2024 | Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024 | 5:30 PM |
| AMARILLO | REGION 16 ESC | 5800 Bell St | Monday, Nov. 18, 2024 | Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024 | 5:30 PM |
| MIDLAND | REGION 18 ESC | 2811 La Force Blvd | Monday, Jan. 6, 2025 | Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| VICTORIA | REGION 3 ESC | 1905 Leary Lane | Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025 | Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| MESQUITE | MESQUITE ISD | 3819 Towne Crossing Blvd | Monday, Jan. 27, 2025 | Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| WICHITA FALLS | REGION 9 ESC | 301 TX-11 Loop | Monday, Feb. 10, 2025 | Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| KATY | KATY ISD | 1830 Katyland Dr. | Monday, Feb. 24, 2025 | Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| AUSTIN | TRS | 1000 Red River Street | Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025 | 9:00 AM |
| EL PASO | REGION 19 ESC | 6611 Boeing Dr | Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025 | 9:00 AM (MST) |
| WHITE SETTLEMENT | REGION 11 ESC | 1451 S Cherry Ln | Monday, March 10, 2025 | Saturday, March 8, 2025 | 3:00 PM |
| SAN ANGELO | REGION 15 ESC | 612 S Irene St | Monday, March 31, 2025 | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| HUNTSVILLE | REGION 6 ESC | 3332 Montgomery Road | Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| CORPUS | REGION 2 ESC | 209 N Water Street | Wednesday, April 2, 2025 | Monday, March 31, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| SAN ANTONIO | REGION 20 ESC | 1314 Hines | Thursday, April 3, 2025 | Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| BEAUMONT | REGION 5 ESC | 350 Pine St. Suite 500 | Monday, April 7, 2025 | Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
Virtual TRS Presentations:
Virtual Benefit Presentations (texas.gov)
2024-25 Introduction to TRS Presentations (Virtual)
Introduction to TRS is for members looking to find out more about TRS and what we offer.
| Title | Date | Deadline to Register | Time |
| Introduction to TRS | Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024 | Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 | 5:30 PM |
| Introduction to TRS | Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 | Monday, Jan. 6, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| Introduction to TRS | Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025 | Monday, Aug. 4, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
2024-25 Mid-Career Presentations (Virtual)
Mid-Career Presentation is for members prepare for retirement and gain a better understanding of when you may be ready to retire.
| Title | Date | Deadline to Register | Time |
| Mid-Career | Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 | Monday, Nov. 4, 2024 | 5:30 PM |
| Mid-Career | Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025 | Monday, Feb. 17, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| Mid-Career | Wednesday, April 9, 2025 | Monday, April 7, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| Mid-Career | Wednesday, July 9, 2025 | Monday, July 7, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
2024-25 Ready to Retire Presentations (Virtual)
Ready to Retire will help you navigate the retirement process and answer any questions you may have.
| Title | Date | Deadline to Register | Time |
| Ready to Retire | Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024 | Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024 | 9:00 AM |
| Ready to Retire | Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024 | Monday, Nov. 11, 2024 | 5:30 PM |
| Ready to Retire | Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 | Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024 | 9:00 AM |
| Ready to Retire | Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025 | Monday, Jan. 20, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| Ready to Retire | Wednesday, April 23, 2025 | Monday, April 21, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| Ready to Retire | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 | Monday, May 12, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| Ready to Retire | Wednesday, June 25, 2025 | Monday, June 23, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| Ready to Retire | Wednesday, July 16, 2025 | Monday, July 14, 2025 | 5:30 PM |
| Ready to Retire | Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025 | Thursday, July 31, 2025 | 9:00 AM |
Group Office Visits:
| City | Venue | Address | Date | Deadline to Register | Time |
| VICTORIA | REGION 3 ESC | 1905 Leary Lane | Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025 | Monday, Dec. 30, 2024 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| AUSTIN | TRS | 1000 Red River St | Tuesday, March 18, 2025 | Monday, March 3, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| AUSTIN | TRS | 1000 Red River St | Thursday, March 20, 2025 | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| SAN ANGELO | REGION 15 ESC | 612 S Irene St | Monday, March 31, 2025 | Sunday, March 16, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| HUNTSVILLE | REGION 6 ESC | 3332 Montgomery Rd | Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Monday, March 17, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
Forms
- TRS Forms
- Plan Ahead to Avoid Delays
- Steps: Planning for Retirement
- Employment After Retirement (January 2017) (pdf)
- Service Credit Brochure
- Group Retirement Sessions
- TRS Member Education Videos
- Partial Lump Sum Option (PLSO)
- Long Term Care Insurance
- Special Tax Notice Regarding Rollover Options under TRS
TRS Launches New Videos to Help Make Sense of Common Pension Concepts
TRS Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
TRS-CARE FOR NON-MEDICARE RETIREES
- Summary of Benefits
- Eligibility
- Covered Preventive Care Services
- TRS-Care Standard Medical Coverage (BCBSTX)
- TRS-Care Standard prescription drug coverage (CVS)
- Turning 65
Contacts
Teacher Retirement System of Texas
(800) 223-8778
Mon-Fri 7AM-6PM
Mailing Address:
Teacher Retirement System of Texas
1000 Red River Street
Austin, Texas 78701-2698