Oregon Retired Educators Association Membership Benefits

In the words of our founder, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, membership offers “the cultivation of community commitments…the adoption of wider interests…”  The Oregon Retired Educators Association  invites you to become a member. America’s schools are a great national treasure. You can probably remember how a teacher, coach, or other educator touched your life. Now is the time to give back by joining an organization with the motto:  To serve; not to be served.

Reasons to Join

Serving

• Continued support of education

• Volunteer activities

• Scholarship programs

• Legislative advocacy 

Learning

• Health and consumer information

• Access to national health benefits program

Enjoying

• Fellowship with retired colleagues

• Chalkboard Newsletter

• Collaboration with AARP/NRTA

OREA is non-profit statewide organization with 14 local units throughout the State. Dues are $20-$30 per year We are the statewide organization for retired educators, a non-profit affiliate of the  (NTRA) National Retired Teachers Association: AARP’s Educator Community. 

Some examples of OREA projects include:

• SMART reading program volunteers

• Giving books to new parents

•  Education about brain research and healthy aging

•  Donation of school supplies to local classrooms

• Providing gifts of clothing/personal care items to victims of domestic violence.

Oregon Retired Educators Association membership offers learning experiences, personal growth, fellowship with interesting people, and a chance to serve others. All those who have an interest in education: volunteers, teachers, administrators, classified staff, and board members are welcome.  For further information see the “Contact Us” page on our website or call 541-928-9644.