Oklahoma Teachers Retirement System

10/13/2026

Planning for retirement goes beyond finances. It’s also thinking about the life you want to enjoy after your working years. As retirement approaches, consider how you’ll spend your time, where you’ll live, the activities you enjoy, and the people and communities that will remain part of your life. Thinking about the bigger picture can help you prepare for a retirement that reflects your goals and priorities.

10/12/2026

How do TRS and Social Security fit into your retirement? Your TRS pension provides a lifetime benefit you’ve earned through your service. Depending on your work history, Social Security may also provide income in retirement. Because these benefits have different eligibility requirements and timelines, it’s important to understand how each may fit into your retirement plans. Knowing what to expect from both can help you build a clearer picture of your retirement income and plan for the future. Learn more about TRS and Social Security: https://oklahoma.gov/trs/mid-career.html

10/09/2026

Retirees and annuitants, save these upcoming direct deposit dates! As we head into the final months of 2026, here’s when you can expect your monthly TRS benefit payments.

Need to change your bank account? Log into MyTRS and request the Authorization for Direct Deposit form through the secure messaging feature! If TRS receives your form and required bank documents on or before the 15th of the month, the change will apply to the following month's payment. MyTRS: https://mytrs.trs.ok.gov/

10/06/2026

TRS has earned national recognition for financial reporting! The Government Finance Officers Association has recognized our 2025 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) with its Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting. The award recognizes reports that make important financial information understandable, engaging, and accessible to readers. We're proud to continue providing TRS members with clear information about their retirement system. View the award-winning PAFR:https://oklahoma.gov/content/dam/ok/en/trs/documents/TRS.PAFR.pdf

10/02/2026

Meet Keri Gomez, HR Director at TRS.

In her 10 months with TRS, Keri has found that the most rewarding part of her role is helping others, particularly when she can help employees better understand and maximize their benefits.

Originally from Hanford, California, Keri earned her master’s degree from the University of Oklahoma. One experience that has stayed with her was spending three months working at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon the summer after high school. During that time, she hiked regularly and formed friendships she still maintains today.

We’re pleased to highlight Keri and her work supporting the TRS team.

09/30/2026

Congratulations to TRS Executive Director Sarah Green on being named one of Pensions & Investments' 2026 Influential Women in Institutional Investing! This national recognition celebrates women making a meaningful impact across the institutional investment industry. We're proud to see Sarah's leadership and commitment to Oklahoma's public education workforce recognized on a national stage.

Joining Sarah at the Pensions & Investments awards presentation were fellow TRS team members Joe Cappello, Deputy Chief Investment Officer, and Terri Phillips, General Counsel, who helped celebrate this well-deserved recognition. Learn more: https://www.pionline.com/awards/influential-women-in-investing/2026/

09/24/2026

Getting close to retirement? Knowing your options can help you prepare with confidence. When you're within two years of retirement eligibility, you can submit a Pre-Retirement Information Verification (PIV) form through MyTRS, which will provide information about your individual retirement options.

If you have additional questions after receiving your retirement information packet, you can request a virtual or in-person meeting with a TRS retirement counselor for one-on-one guidance. With an abundance of resources available to members, your retirement planning process feels more manageable. Visit https://mytrs.trs.ok.gov/ for more information.

09/22/2026

When was the last time you reviewed your TRS beneficiaries?

Life changes, and it's a good idea to make sure your beneficiary designations still reflect your wishes. Through your MyTRS account, you can review the beneficiaries currently on file and designate or update beneficiaries when needed.

Taking a few minutes to review this information now can help ensure your TRS records are up to date. Log in to MyTRS to review: https://mytrs.trs.ok.gov/

09/17/2026

New members, your TRS membership is underway! Once your first retirement contribution has been made, you can register for MyTRS and start getting familiar with your retirement account.

MyTRS gives you secure online access to important information and tools throughout your career, including service credit, retirement benefit estimates, beneficiary information, and more.

Already a TRS member but haven't created a MyTRS account yet? It's not too late! Register today and take advantage of the resources available to you. Get started: https://mytrs.trs.ok.gov/

09/16/2026

A great opportunity for Oklahoma school districts!

The TSET Healthy Incentive Grants for School Districts provides funding to help public schools strengthen wellness policies and complete projects that support tobacco-free environments, nutrition, physical activity, and employee wellness.

Applications are available now! Learn more about eligibility, funding, and how to apply:
https://oklahoma.gov/tset/funding-opportunities/healthy-incentive-grants--school-districts.html

Healthy schools help students thrive. Applications for the TSET Healthy Incentive Grant for School Districts open September 9 and close October 21.

Don't miss this opportunity to bring lasting health improvements to your school district! Learn more about eligibility and how to apply for the TSET Healthy Incentive Grant here: https://bit.ly/4x4MYUm