Summer 2026

Semiannual newsletter for retirees and beneficiaries. Information on benefits and services, legislation, investments and board updates.

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In this issue

• Your paper benefit check has a new look
• Newly retired: Check your unused sick leave
• Retirement Incentive Program: Don't jeopardize your increase in benefit
• Returning to the classroom? Learn how that can affect your benefit
• Stay on top of your CalSTRS account with confidence and clarity
• From the Pension Sense blog: Thank you, retired teachers!
• Sign up for direct deposit and get your money faster
• Board OKs one‑time death benefit increase

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