Your personalized annual statement is included in the CalSTRS Retirement Progress Report. The report has detailed information and resources to plan your financial future into retirement.

Every year, generally mid-December, the report is mailed to Defined Benefit Program members and Cash Balance Benefit Program participants. Sign up for a myCalSTRS account and start receiving your report online.

Your monthly retirement benefit is calculated based on the information in your annual report. If you find any errors, report them to CalSTRS immediately.

The Value of Your Retirement Progress Report

• Learn the true value of CalSTRS benefits and services.
• Make the best financial decisions for your future retirement.
• Plan your future finances using your most current financial history.

Understanding Your CalSTRS Retirement Progress Report

Your progress report includes detailed information and sometimes unfamiliar terms. There are several resources to help you understand your CalSTRS progress report.

• Members with a myCalSTRS account can view specific examples of their report. Use the ‘Example' link for the appropriate year.
• See chapter 2 in the Member Handbook.
• Read the FAQs.

Reporting an Error

If you see an error, report it immediately. Immediate correction ensures accurate, timely CalSTRS benefits in the future.

• Active Members – Report Errors to Your Employer
• Inactive Members – Contact CalSTRS
• If the one-time death benefit recipient or option beneficiary named in your report is not correct – Contact CalSTRS