WELCOME
to the Delaware County Chapter of
the Ohio Retired Teacher's Association
* ORTA's Number One Priority is protecting and improving teacher retirement benefits. *
We invite you to attend one of the Delaware County Retired Teachers Association quarterly luncheon meetings. Our
members are more than happy to answer any questions you may have about the organization and how you can join.
If you live in Delaware County and are a retired educator, you are welcome - regardless of where you taught!
Retired administrators, school nurses, spouses and guests are also welcome.
The next DCRTA get together is our fall meeting on September 13, 2019.
Bring a friend!
THERE IS STRENGTH IN NUMBERS - GET INVOLVED - JOIN OR RENEW MEMBERSHIP TODAY
members are more than happy to answer any questions you may have about the organization and how you can join.
If you live in Delaware County and are a retired educator, you are welcome - regardless of where you taught!
Retired administrators, school nurses, spouses and guests are also welcome.
The next DCRTA get together is our fall meeting on September 13, 2019.
Bring a friend!
THERE IS STRENGTH IN NUMBERS - GET INVOLVED - JOIN OR RENEW MEMBERSHIP TODAY
RECENT MEETING REVIEW
The summer meeting was held at noon in the Terrace Room, Willow Brook Christian Village, on June 14, 2019. Members were treated to a patriotic theme including favors and desserts. It was noted that today was Flag Day and veterans were recognized. As members arrived they were given a game sheet with items from the past. Members checked those they remembered and prizes were distributed.
After a delicious lunch, Kelley McChristy from STRS Ohio, provided members with a pension and healthcare update and answered questions. Healthcare costs will likely stay close to the same for 2020. The COLA will not change at this time. STRS board meetings are open and members are invited to attend to listen and/or participate.
Kara Mendenhall spoke briefly. She is leaving her current position as ORTA Liaison for the Central Region.
Beginning in August, Kara will be the new President Elect of ORTA.
The final and main speaker of the meeting today was Kay Conklin, a Delaware writer and contributor to The Delaware Gazette. Her theme today was "Memories of People, Places and Things." She began by holding up a sign which read "If you can read this, thank a teacher." She recalled positive experiences with her favorite teacher and recalled other stories of her early years, her adult life, and interactions with other residents in Delaware County. Finally, she read from one of her quote books and shared the latest of her 50 personal journals which continue to serve as inspiration for her published columns.
Monetary donations for June were collected for Delaware County United Way’s Supplies for Scholars. In addition, members also donated many backpacks and school supplies which will be delivered to the United Way.
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FALL LUNCHEON INFORMATION
Date: Friday, September 13, 2019
Time: 12:00 Noon
Place: Willow Brook Christian Village, 100 Willow Brook Way, Delaware, OH 43015 (Terrace Room, 2nd floor)
Cost: $15.00 Checks payable to DCRTA.
* Reservations must be made by FRIDAY, September 6, 2019 *
Please plan to pay at the door and make your reservation to Treasurer Pat Bateman in either of two ways:
CALL in Reservation by phone to: 614-776-1339
OR
E-MAIL reservation: Pbateman7075@hotmail.com
Spouses and guests are welcome to attend.
All meal reservations must be paid for by DCRTA, so if you must cancel your reservation, please call
by FRIDAY, September 6, 2019.
PLEASE NOTE: Bring your own box if you wish to take luncheon food home.
PROGRAM:
Kelsey Fox, a United Way representative for the Willis Education Center, will explain how they are helping children at this facility.
Becky Dungee, Volunteer Recruitment Specialist with the American Red Cross, Ohio Buckeye Region, will briefly present skilled volunteer opportunities that might be of interest to our members.
Donations for September will be made to the Red Cross of Central Ohio.
Invite your spouse, friends and any retired teachers, administrators and school nurses you know to attend this
afternoon of food, fellowship and information.
Local dues are payable at this meeting. $15 for 2019
If you would like to be on the DCRTA email list contact Pat Bateman at 614-776-1339 or
Pbateman7075@hotmail.com.
Meeting location map
The summer meeting was held at noon in the Terrace Room, Willow Brook Christian Village, on June 14, 2019. Members were treated to a patriotic theme including favors and desserts. It was noted that today was Flag Day and veterans were recognized. As members arrived they were given a game sheet with items from the past. Members checked those they remembered and prizes were distributed.
After a delicious lunch, Kelley McChristy from STRS Ohio, provided members with a pension and healthcare update and answered questions. Healthcare costs will likely stay close to the same for 2020. The COLA will not change at this time. STRS board meetings are open and members are invited to attend to listen and/or participate.
Kara Mendenhall spoke briefly. She is leaving her current position as ORTA Liaison for the Central Region.
Beginning in August, Kara will be the new President Elect of ORTA.
The final and main speaker of the meeting today was Kay Conklin, a Delaware writer and contributor to The Delaware Gazette. Her theme today was "Memories of People, Places and Things." She began by holding up a sign which read "If you can read this, thank a teacher." She recalled positive experiences with her favorite teacher and recalled other stories of her early years, her adult life, and interactions with other residents in Delaware County. Finally, she read from one of her quote books and shared the latest of her 50 personal journals which continue to serve as inspiration for her published columns.
Monetary donations for June were collected for Delaware County United Way’s Supplies for Scholars. In addition, members also donated many backpacks and school supplies which will be delivered to the United Way.
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FALL LUNCHEON INFORMATION
Date: Friday, September 13, 2019
Time: 12:00 Noon
Place: Willow Brook Christian Village, 100 Willow Brook Way, Delaware, OH 43015 (Terrace Room, 2nd floor)
Cost: $15.00 Checks payable to DCRTA.
* Reservations must be made by FRIDAY, September 6, 2019 *
Please plan to pay at the door and make your reservation to Treasurer Pat Bateman in either of two ways:
CALL in Reservation by phone to: 614-776-1339
OR
E-MAIL reservation: Pbateman7075@hotmail.com
Spouses and guests are welcome to attend.
All meal reservations must be paid for by DCRTA, so if you must cancel your reservation, please call
by FRIDAY, September 6, 2019.
PLEASE NOTE: Bring your own box if you wish to take luncheon food home.
PROGRAM:
Kelsey Fox, a United Way representative for the Willis Education Center, will explain how they are helping children at this facility.
Becky Dungee, Volunteer Recruitment Specialist with the American Red Cross, Ohio Buckeye Region, will briefly present skilled volunteer opportunities that might be of interest to our members.
Donations for September will be made to the Red Cross of Central Ohio.
Invite your spouse, friends and any retired teachers, administrators and school nurses you know to attend this
afternoon of food, fellowship and information.
Local dues are payable at this meeting. $15 for 2019
If you would like to be on the DCRTA email list contact Pat Bateman at 614-776-1339 or
Pbateman7075@hotmail.com.
Meeting location map
COMMUNITY SERVICE
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY: DCRTA has partnered with the local Habitat for Humanity chapter. Use the Links button at the top of this page to access their website. It provides members with opportunities to assist in Habitat's work.
Local chapter involvement and photos above:
The Delaware County Retired Teachers Association donated books to the children of the most recent Habitat for Humanity of Delaware & Union Counties homeowners. In the Spring of 2019 DCRTA President Carolyn Kneisly presented books at two home dedications in Delaware, OH.
History: In 2016, after speaking to local Habitat officials who indicated they needed books for children of home owners, DCRTA embarked on a group project to gift a book to each child moving into a new Habitat house in Delaware County. For the past few years DCRTA has purchased age appropriate books focused on homes and shelter for various age levels. Recently members have augmented our supply by donating books at meetings. DCRTA is proud to join other chapters across Ohio in this collaborative effort to help those in need.
( Photos courtesy of Habitat for Humanity of Delaware & Union Counties)
Local chapter involvement and photos above:
The Delaware County Retired Teachers Association donated books to the children of the most recent Habitat for Humanity of Delaware & Union Counties homeowners. In the Spring of 2019 DCRTA President Carolyn Kneisly presented books at two home dedications in Delaware, OH.
History: In 2016, after speaking to local Habitat officials who indicated they needed books for children of home owners, DCRTA embarked on a group project to gift a book to each child moving into a new Habitat house in Delaware County. For the past few years DCRTA has purchased age appropriate books focused on homes and shelter for various age levels. Recently members have augmented our supply by donating books at meetings. DCRTA is proud to join other chapters across Ohio in this collaborative effort to help those in need.
( Photos courtesy of Habitat for Humanity of Delaware & Union Counties)
