Kentucky Retired Teachers Association

06/08/2026

UNDER 65 Insurance!!!!

Retirees insured through the KEHP (under 65 and not Medicare eligible), don’t forget to fulfill your LivingWell Promise by the July 1 deadline! Retirees insured through the KEHP can earn up to $480 a year ($40 per month) in premium discounts by completing a health assessment. Learn more at https://mycastlight.com/mybenefits/.

05/19/2026

We are so proud of Greg and all of our Volunteer of the Year candidates. Our retirees provide so much for their communities!!

05/18/2026

North American Insurance Services upcoming seminar;
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Times are 10 am & 1 pm EST
7800 Leaders Ln Louisville KY 40291 KRTA State Office

If you are not a member it is the perfect time to stop by and join! No high pressure sales- this is just to let you know what is available with one of our partners, North American.
If you have not yet joined the Kentucky Retired Teachers Association you can become a member at this meeting!
Please contact Jeff Johnson to register, 502-553-7630.

04/30/2026

The Kentucky Retired Teachers Association welcomed over 350 retired members and guests to the 2026 annual convention April 20-21, 2026, it was held at the Holiday Inn East in Louisville, Kentucky. KRTA couldn't do what we do without our wonderful leadership team, staff, partners, and volunteers across the state. YOU are what makes KRTA GREAT!!!!
The District Presidents and the Executive Council met on Monday, with both having summaries of the past year and plans for the coming year. The Membership and Health & Insurance Workshops were both informative and exciting! Dora Moore from TRS presented the Health & Insurance Workshop. Dora is well-informed and ready to share her knowledge with all TRS members. Mike Caudill led the Membership Workshop.
The opening evening included a dinner, door prizes, and entertainment by the Eastern High School Chamber Singers under the direction of Katie Jordan.
Gary Harbin, Executive Secretary for the Teachers’ Retirement System of Kentucky, delivered TRS updates, which remain a main topic of interest within our organization. Mr. Harbin’s presentation delivered very favorable news regarding the state budget and TRS investments.
Joel Escovitz, Senior Director of Social Security at the AARP Policy Institute, presented the topic Social Security at 90: A Bipartisan Roadmap for the Program’s Future. President Elect Charlotte Benton presented the Frank R. Hatfield Volunteer of the Year Award to Greg Gierhart.
The Cathy G Gullett State Volunteer Leadership Awards were presented to those who have volunteered at a state level position for 10, 15, and 20 years of service to KRTA. WE THANK YOU!
AARP Kentucky Volunteer, Sherry Adkins, introduced the winner of the Grandparent Essay Contest, Mia Marie Rupe, from Augusta Independent School in Bracken County. Mia and her teacher each received $500. Mia also received a plaque in recognition of her achievement.
After lunch, President Elect Charlotte Benton and Vice President Meg Judd presented the legendary “big check” for volunteers’ hours, worth $20,063,395.06.
The afternoon inspirational speaker was Merlyna Valentine. Mrs. Valentine took us on her personal journey of learning to be resilient and achieve personal goals.
Lisa Petrey-Kirk and Ellie Thompson organized skits, and fun-loving volunteers from across the state participated, making it a roaring success!
PowerPoint presentations, videos, and pictures are available on the KRTA website under the "Recent News" section (scroll down on the "Home" page) or just click here, http://bit.ly/4eUzXay

03/19/2026

Retiree annual statements are being mailed. These benefits summaries are modeled after the annual statements that active members have received for years. For more information on what is in the statement, see the TRS website at https://trs.ky.gov/retired-members/retiree-annual-statement/.

01/29/2026

1099R's are on the way- they can also be obtained immediately by accessing your Pathway account.

12/09/2025

With Humana becoming the Medicare Eligible Health Plan (MEHP) medical provider in January, welcome materials including enrollment confirmation letters have been sent to MEHP enrollees. This is a letter that TRS previously said would be coming, and it includes your Humana ID number that will be on your ID card you receive in the coming weeks. If you have questions, contact Humana at its dedicated line for the TRS MEHP at 866-307-2494.

As a reminder, your MEHP prescription coverage will remain with Express Scripts, and you can continue to use your current ID card. For questions about prescription coverage, call the Know Your Rx Coalition at 855-218-5979.

12/09/2025

Several members of the Woodford County Retired Teachers Association attended the Central KY District Christmas celebration on December 3, 2025, at the Woodford Inn in Versailles.
Seated ls: Jim Cole, Kathy Cole, Laura Gray
Standing ls: Sandra Combs, WCRTA Pres. Gloria Batts,
Executive Director KY Retired Teachers Association Greg Roush.

11/11/2025

KRTA would like to say "THANK YOU" to all that have served our country! Special thanks to two of our own office staff who are both retired educators and Veterans; Greg Roush, KRTA Executive Director and Alma Wooley, KRTA Member Services!
HAPPY VETERANS DAY!

11/04/2025

Great job Perry County RTA! 👏

BCN would like to send a huge "thank you" to The Perry County Retired Teachers Association for their annual "Socktober" donation drive that benefits the Greg and Noreen Wells Bluegrass Hospice Care Center. The socks that were donated will be provided to our patients and families during their stays at the care center. We are so thankful for everyone who participated this year! 💙🧦