Jason Branch

TRSGA Executive Director

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Available Now! Our latest podcast episode, “Lock it Down: Protect Your TRS Benefit in a Digital World” covers how cybercriminals target personal and financial accounts and what you can do to protect yourself. Learn how to protect your TRS benefit with strong passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA). Tune in for practical tactics and insights from Tom McMurry, TRS Chief Information Officer. Catch it here: https://t.co/MxQy1g84tB

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It’s never too early to start thinking about retirement. The earlier you start preparing, the more seamless the process will be. We recommend our members review the pre-retirement checklist, get familiar with the seven retirement plan options, and know the types of service purchases available. Visit https://t.co/EKzYPjh0df to learn more.

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Members, take a moment this summer to register for your TRS online account. You can select your multifactor authentication (MFA) preferences, update your email address and contact information, designate TRS beneficiaries, and more! Visit https://t.co/EKzYPjh0df to sign up or log in to your online account today.

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To all the retiring educators this year…Happy last day of school! Dr. Jason L. Branch, TRS Executive Director, recently got the chance to celebrate the last day of school with this retiring elementary school teacher! TRS wishes you a well-deserved retirement and a happy new beginning.

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TRS received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

We are honored to receive this recognition for the 38th consecutive year and remain committed to upholding the highest standards of financial reporting and governance in service to Georgia’s educators and retirees.

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Retirees, have you registered for your TRS online account? You can view payment information, update tax withholdings, view Form 1099-R statements, register for events, and more! Visit https://t.co/HNJgLSKUiI today!

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Retirees, please note that TRS does not administer healthcare benefits; we only deduct the monthly premium for those enrolled in the SHBP. Contact the SHBP at 800-610-1863 or visit https://t.co/73wxF6yFOz for more information.

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When is the best time to purchase service? How can members get a benefit estimate? TRS podcast host, Everett Crockett, and TRS staff, Carlos and Monica, delve into these questions and more as we revisit this informative episode. Catch the episode here: https://t.co/OOBl5gMZvf

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Members, take a moment to log in to your TRS online account. You can designate and update your beneficiaries, apply for retirement, register for events, upload supporting documents, and more. Visit https://t.co/HNJgLSKUiI and check it out!

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Activate multifactor authentication (MFA) today! Enhance the security of your TRS online account via authenticator apps such as Google or Microsoft’s Authenticator. Visit https://t.co/EKzYPjh0df and click on Manage My Account, Account Security Information, Multifactor Authentication then make a selection.

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Reminder: Summer retirement deadlines are approaching! The deadlines for summer retirements are July retirement – April 30 and August retirement – May 31. We recommend getting your application to TRS up to six months before your retirement date to ensure a timely benefit payment. Visit https://t.co/EKzYPjh0df to start the retirement application process.

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Life is unpredictable, but your family's future doesn't have to be. Take a moment to designate and update your TRS beneficiary information in your online account today. It's a small but meaningful step that can have a significant impact on your loved ones' future!

If you already have beneficiaries on file, please make sure that the information is accurate and up to date. Visit https://t.co/EKzYPjh0df.

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Tune in as TRS staff, Carlos and Monica, discuss sick leave credit, take you through the TRS retirement application process, and more. Catch this previously released episode on Spotify or your favorite podcast listening platform: https://t.co/OOBl5gMZvf

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If you are a member who is more than 5 years away from retirement, check out the TRS pension calculator! It's an educational tool designed to help members estimate their monthly benefit for service retirement. Visit https://t.co/HNJgLSKUiI, Pension Calculator.

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Members, please be sure to register for your TRS online account. You can select your multifactor authentication (MFA) preferences, update your email address and contact information, designate TRS beneficiaries, and more!

Visit https://t.co/EKzYPjh0df to sign up or log in to your online account today.

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When should you start planning for retirement? Now! The magic of compound interest has a powerful impact on your retirement savings. Visit https://t.co/HNJgLSKUiI to learn more.

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We’re hiring at the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia.
Looking for meaningful work that supports Georgia’s educators and retirees? TRS is growing and has multiple career opportunities available across the organization. Join a mission driven team focused on service, integrity, and making a real impact for the people we serve. View current openings and apply: https://t.co/0pHUV1lsqU

#Hiring #CareersWithPurpose #JoinOurTeam

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Don’t wait if you’re planning on submitting your application for April 30 or May 31! The deadlines for summer retirements are July retirement – April 30 and August retirement – May 31. We recommend getting your application to TRS up to six months before your retirement date to ensure a timely benefit payment. Visit https://t.co/EKzYPjh0df to start the retirement application process.

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TRS is closed for a state holiday. Regular operating hours will resume Monday.

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Activate multifactor authentication (MFA) in your TRS online account at https://t.co/EKzYPjh0df! You may choose authenticator apps such as Google or Microsoft’s Authenticator. Visit our website, click on Manage My Account --> Account Security Information --> Multifactor Authentication and make a selection.