Member benefit education videosA series of videos to help members better understand their CalSTRS benefits.
Understanding the Formula: CalSTRS 2% at 60For members hired before January 1, 2013, this video explains how your retirement benefit is calculated.
Understanding the formula: CalSTRS 2% at 62For members hired on or after January 1, 2013, this video explains how your retirement benefit is calculated.
The GapConsider how much of your working salary you will need to replace to maintain your current standard of living.
Purchasing service creditLearn about the two types of service credit you may purchase to increase your CalSTRS retirement benefit.
Beneficiary optionsLearn how you can provide a lifetime monthly benefit to another person at the time of your death.
Disability benefitsBasic information about CalSTRS disability coverage, eligibility requirements and the application process.
Survivor benefitsAs a member of the CalSTRS Defined Benefit Program, your spouse, children or other loved ones may be eligible for survivor benefits after your death.
CalSTRS Pension2: Plan overviewWhat is a CalSTRS Pension2 Personal Wealth Plan and why is it an important part of the CalSTRS hybrid retirement system?
Introduction to Social SecurityDiscover how two governmental offsets may impact your Social Security benefits.
Defined Benefit Supplement Program: Part oneLearn what the Defined Benefit Supplement Program is and how it's funded.
Retirement benefits calculator Learn how to generate an estimate of your CalSTRS monthly retirement benefit online.
Working after retirementKnow the rules. If you return to work after service retirement in a position with the California public school system as an employee, an employee of a third party, or an independent contractor, there are restrictions.
Your CalSTRS Retirement Progress ReportIn this video, learn how to read your annual Retirement Progress Report.
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