Louisiana Retired Teachers Association (LRTA)

Or perhaps it was 50 years ago today?! Thank you to all our retired teacher friends who made a difference and continue to make a difference with LRTA!

Teacher retirement is the next chapter. Make it a good one, and fill it with purpose!

😆What does the number ten smell like?

LEGISLATIVE NEWS UPDATE: Senate Bill 14 (return-to-work) has been signed by the Governor and is now ACT 344.

ACT 344 (formerly referred to as the return-to-work bill or SB 14) addresses many of the issues that came out of the teacher shortage Taskforce on retiree “return to work.” The Taskforce made up of a variety of people from school superintendents to higher education staff, and the Louisiana Department of Education have endorsed these changes. The law seeks to clarify many aspects of return to work for retirees and school systems and makes it easier for retirees to return to work. The earning threshold for part-time workers will move from 25 to 50%, thus allowing a retiree to work as a substitute teacher longer and/or spend more time tutoring. It will also allow all employees 65 years old or older to return to work without penalty, regardless of position.

Isn't it a joy to cross paths with former students in retirement who remember you so clearly as their teacher and tell you what you meant to them? ❤️

LEGISLATIVE UPDATES: See the latest status on LRTA monitored legislative bills for the 2026 Regular Legislative Session here:

LRTA Monitored Legislative Bills Update – Louisiana Retired Teachers Association The Louisiana Retired Teachers Association is the voice of the retired education community, representing its interests by monitoring, protecting and improving ...

In observance of Memorial Day, the LRTA State Office will be closed Monday, May 25. Thank you to those who have served and sacrificed for our country. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26.