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FY 2020 Salary Limit & FY 2021 Contribution Rate Memo
In its annual meeting on May 15, 2019, the TRS Board of Trustees adopted maximum salary increases for fiscal year 2020 along with the employee and employer contribution rates for fiscal year 2021.
Published: May 29, 2019
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Muscogee County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 1, 2023
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Oglethorpe County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: January 9, 2022
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Muscogee County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: November 15, 2022
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Wayne County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: February 27, 2023
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West Georgia RESA
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: April 14, 2022
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DeKalb County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: November 28, 2022
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Pioneer RESA
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: February 28, 2023
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Emanuel County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 31, 2023
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2020 End of Year Review
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Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement, Retiree
Published: December 28, 2020
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Board of Trustees' Sets:
In its annual meeting held today, May 11, 2022, the Board of Trustees adopted the following maximum IRS Salary Limits that can be used by the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) to compute a member’s highest two-year average salary
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement, Retiree
Published: May 10, 2023
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Salary Limitations
In a TRS board meeting held on June 24, 2020, the TRS Board of Trustees adopted the following maximum salary increases for FY 2021 that can be used by the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) to compute a member’s highest two-year average salary
Published: July 1, 2020
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Economic Impact
Teacher pensions play a vital role in Georgia's economy. This brochure provides a detailed look at how TRS retirees contribute to the economic success of this great State.
Published: September 17, 2021
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House Bill 385
House Bill 385 and it's impact to employers .
Published: May 24, 2022
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Membership Statement Registers
Registers for employee 2020 Annual Membership Statements are available online via your Employer Desktop.
Published: October 7, 2021
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New Podcast Episode: From Classroom to Cash Flow: Building Wealth as an Educator feat. Yahrasiel Colbert, Ed.S.
Financial literacy isn't just crucial for managing personal finances; it's a tool to empower yourself and your students. Yahrasiel Colbert, Ed.S., author and consultant, talks about the four unique financial hurdles educators may face, the “beauty of compound interest”, resources for budgeting and setting achievable financial goals, and more.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: March 15, 2024
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Board Meeting Minutes
The TRS Board of Trustees meet six times a year at the TRS office in Atlanta. Meeting minutes for items discussed during open session are provided below:
Published: September 18, 2021
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Contribution Rates
TRS employer and employee contribution rates from fiscal year 1980 to present
Published: October 6, 2021
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Historical Rates
Employer & Member Contribution Rates & IRS Salary Limits
Published: October 6, 2021
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Mr. Steve McCoy
Steve McCoy is the Georgia State Treasurer. The Treasurer serves as cash management officer for Georgia on behalf of the State Depository Board responsible for managing over $30 billion of state and local government investments
Published: September 18, 2021
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Publications
Review our annual reports, actuarial valuations and miscellaneous publications.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement, Retiree
Published: September 30, 2021
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GASB 68 Actuary Reports
Published: October 6, 2021
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Forms
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Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement, Retiree
Published: August 26, 2021
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Active vs Inactive Accounts
Published: October 5, 2021
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Tips and Guidelines for Entering Adjustments
Reporting prior period, retroactive and current month adjustments can be tricky at times. This document is intended to provide helpful clarification on the process.
Published: October 7, 2021
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Ms. Miriam Shook
Published: July 25, 2022
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Mid-Career Workshop
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: September 29, 2022
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New Hire Workshop
Tags: New Hire
Published: September 29, 2022
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Pre-Retirement Workshop
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: September 29, 2022
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2021 Retiree Underwithheld Federal Income Tax Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
If you are a TRS retiree with federal income tax withholding for January and February that was lower than the appropriate amount for your monthly benefit, please refer to the frequently asked questions below to find answers about the issue and resources available to you.
Tags: Retiree
Published: September 28, 2021
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GASB 68 Audit Reports
Published: October 6, 2021
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Georgia is Counting on You
Census data powers much of what we do. Government, business, and many social activities and programs are affected by Census data.
Published: September 14, 2020
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Board Meetings
Regular meetings are held by the TRS Board of Trustees bi-monthly on the fourth Wednesday of January, March, May, July, September and November of each year, or on such other dates as the Board shall decide.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs)
In addition to your TRS membership, you may be eligible for a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) if the cost of living increases as determined by the CPI.
Tags: Retiree
Published: September 20, 2021
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Annual Member Statement
Since your employer remits your retirement contributions to TRS, we provide you with the opportunity to review your annual member statement online at any time by logging into your account. You should carefully review your statement at least yearly and report any discrepancies to TRS.
Published: September 27, 2021
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How TRS Benefits You!
Your retirement plan is a defined benefit plan which requires contributions from you and your employer, is determined by a formula based on your years of service and/or age and your final average salary, and will be paid to you throughout your lifetime.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: September 28, 2021
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Contribution Withdrawals
While you are employed in a TRS covered position, as stated in Georgia law, you cannot make withdrawals or borrow funds from your account. If you terminate your TRS covered employment you may apply for a refund of contributions and interest.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: September 28, 2021
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Service Credit Accrual and Purchase
‘Service credit’ is defined as the number of months and/or years of service you have earned toward retirement. You accrue service credit each month you work in a TRS covered position.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: September 28, 2021
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Vesting
Vesting is a key concept, but many people are not familiar with the benefits of this important milestone.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: September 28, 2021
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Hello, Mid-Career Members!
You have been an educator for several years now, but you still have a number of years remaining before you can fully plan your retirement. However, now is the perfect time to acquaint yourself with specific details regarding your forthcoming TRS pension benefit.
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: October 5, 2021
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Supplementing Your TRS Benefit
Published: October 6, 2021
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GASB Pension Accounting Info
Published: October 6, 2021
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Updating Membership Information
If a member needs to correct a social security number, date of birth, name, or beneficiary, he/she will need to follow the instructions below.
Published: October 7, 2021
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Video: Economic Impact of Teacher Pensions in Georgia
A detailed look at how TRS retirees contribute to the economic success of Georgia.
Published: November 20, 2019
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Pre-Retirement Workshop @ TRS
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 20, 2021
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2022 TRS Year-End Wrap-Up
Published: January 10, 2023
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PBI Data Breach
Published: July 10, 2023
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Ms. Deborah K. Simonds
Ms. Simonds is a retired teacher from Georgia. She was a High School Special Education teacher for 27 years at Berkmar High School in Gwinnett.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Dr. Jason L. Branch
Dr. Branch is the superintendent of Oconee County Schools. He has more than 20 years of experience in education including roles as a teacher, coach, athletic director and principal.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Mr. Kenneth Dyer
Mr. Kenneth Dyer was selected in February 2017 by the Dougherty County Board of Education to become the district’s superintendent after having served as Associate Superintendent and Chief Financial Officer.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Dr. Marion Fedrick
Marion Ross Fedrick was appointed as the 10th president of Albany State University on August 14, 2018, by the University System of Georgia Board of Regents.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Mr. Greg S. Griffin
Mr. Griffin currently serves as the State Auditor of Georgia. He was appointed to that position by Governor Nathan Deal.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Dr. William G. Sloan, Jr.
Dr. Sloan has been the Executive Director of the Georgia Retired Educators Association since 2005. He retired in 2005 after serving as principal of East Hall High School for more than 17 years.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Mr. Christopher M. Swanson
Mr. Swanson is an AP Economics teacher at Newnan High School and the chair of the Social Studies department in Meriwether County.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Partial Lump Sum Option Plan (PLOP)
At retirement, in addition to selecting Plan A (maximum plan) or Plan B (survivorship plan), you may also elect to receive a one time lump-sum distribution (cash payment) in addition to your monthly retirement benefit.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Health and Dental Coverage
Published: September 20, 2021
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Part Time Hourly and Salaried
A TRS retiree who retired on a service retirement may return to work as a teacher on a less than half-time basis. If working less than half-time, the hourly rate or salary cannot exceed 49% of the compensation that would normally be paid to you if you worked on a full-time basis in the position.
Tags: Retiree
Published: September 28, 2021
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Establishing Membership Service
During your employment in a TRS covered position, you make monthly contributions to TRS, via employer payroll deductions, and earn service credit.
Tags: Mid-Career, Pre-Retirement
Published: September 28, 2021
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Start Retirement Planning
The short answer is now! If you are already asking yourself questions about preparing for your financial future, it’s time to start planning!
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: September 28, 2021
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Insurance
The main purpose of having insurance is to hedge against risk. There is a small percentage of Americans that are fully self-insurable—meaning that they have enough assets to cover any financial liabilities that may occur due to health issues or damage to property and intangible assets.
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: October 5, 2021
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Divorces
Should you divorce, your beneficiary information on file with TRS may need to be updated.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: October 6, 2021
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Conversion Chart
Sick Leave Credit for Members Retiring On or After 7/1/98:
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: October 6, 2021
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Elective Membership Employer Requirements
Georgia law was amended in 1976 allowing full-time public school lunchroom, maintenance, and warehouse supervisors and managers the option to elect membership in TRS.
Published: October 6, 2021
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Employer FAQ
Published: October 6, 2021
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Hiring TRS Retirees
Retired members of the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) have the ability to be employed on either a full or part-time basis under certain terms and conditions.
Published: October 6, 2021
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Dekalb County Schools
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: October 8, 2021
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Fannin County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: October 8, 2021
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Jones County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: March 20, 2022
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Emanuel County
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: March 13, 2022
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Murray County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: April 14, 2022
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Pioneer RESA
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: April 14, 2022
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Chattooga County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: April 14, 2022
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Dekalb County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: September 11, 2022
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First District RESA
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: September 11, 2022
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Chattahoochee-Flint RESA
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: September 11, 2022
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Banks County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 11, 2022
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Fannin County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 11, 2022
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Albany Technical College LEC
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 10, 2022
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Ben Hill County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 11, 2022
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Forsyth County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: March 12, 2023
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Henry County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: March 12, 2023
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Bryan County
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: March 12, 2023
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Fort Valley Sate University
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: August 13, 2023
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Account Login
Published: March 20, 2023
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Bartow County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: June 11, 2023
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Muscogee County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: August 22, 2023
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Georgia Southern University
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: November 11, 2023
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Pioneer RESA
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: November 12, 2023
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Greene County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: February 11, 2024
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Madison County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: February 11, 2024
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Atkinson County
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: February 27, 2024
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