Looking for a place to connect, build relationships, and stay engaged? Your local ORTA chapter offers a welcoming community, valuable networking opportunities, and meaningful ways to get involved.

ORTA county chapters serve as grassroots hubs for retired educators. They focus on pension advocacy, providing community networking opportunities, and delivering local member benefits.

ORTA county chapters offer a variety of activities for their members:

• Pension Advocacy and Updates: County chapters frequently host guest speakers—often ORTA state directors or Executive Council members. These presentations provide crucial updates regarding the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS), lobbying efforts in the state legislature, and updates on Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA).

• Social and Professional Networking: Members meet regularly—often via luncheons or scheduled meetings—to socialize with former colleagues, stay connected to the educational community, and share stories. 

• Supplemental Benefits Administration: County chapters work with AMBA to connect retirees with supplemental health, dental, and vision insurance options, and Passport Unlimited for savings at hundreds of retailers and services

• Community and Civic Engagement: Many county chapters engage in community volunteer work, charitable fundraising, and grassroots political action to protect member pensions and endorse friendly candidates during local and state elections. 

• Scholarships and Grants: Many local chapters offer scholarships and classroom grants to students and teachers in local school districts.

To find out what's happening at ORTA county chapters throughout the state, click on Chapters on our website menu, then click on Chapter News.