Message from the President
Message From the President
Welcome to The Retiree Council #13’s website-www.retireecouncil13.com, the website for retired teachers and school related professionals in the Mid-Hudson region.
Please take the time to check it out and you will find important links to NYSUT resources and services you can access as a retiree along with information and activities specific to Retiree Council #13 and the Mid-Hudson region (calendar of events, activities, photo gallery, etc.)
I am confident after viewing the website besides reading the valuable information provided, you will see that RC #13 has much to offer to you as a member. The information will help you in keeping up to date on the latest happenings involving our Union, informing you of opportunities to engage socially with others and how to take part in NYSUT’s political action activities.
This year, we the Board of Directors, are continuing our efforts to increase opportunities for our members for more social and cultural engagements. There are monthly “Meet and Eat” events throughout our region with a “Meet and Eat” in one of the five counties each month. Of course, we continue to have our annual Spring Luncheon at the historic Beekman Arms in Rhinebeck and our Fall Conference at the Wiltywyck Golf Club in Kingston with its gorgeous Fall Foilage as a background. We have a visit to the Hudson River Museum and a boat ride on the “Solaris” on the Hudson in June. We are planning a visit to the recently renovated Olana in the Fall as well. Mah Jonn and Canasta games and instruction are held at the Mid-Hudson office throughout the year. We will be scheduling “Fun Fridays” at various times during the year at the Mid-Hudson office in which members can partake in various craft activities, knitting and various board games along with Mah Jonn and Canasta. Additional events are currently in the planning stages and will be added to our calendar once finalized.
We continue to provide free monthly “Medicare Minutes” to help you better understand and make the most of your Medicare benefits. Other informative webinars and workshops provided by NYSUT and the AFT will be made available to you as soon as we are provided the information.
To stay better informed, I urge you to take a few minutes each week and check out your RC #13 website so that you don’t miss out on any opportunities for engagement with peers or to stay abreast of what is happening in NYSUT world.
If you haven’t already, please fill out the MEMBERSHIP PARTICIPATION FORM and get it back to us.
Together, we continue to enhance all aspects of our Retiree Council.
Patrick McCarthy
RC #13 President
News & Updates
Set Sail with NYSUT RC 13’s cruise!
Read MoreCome join us for a mid day cruise and museum tour on the beautiful Hudson River on Tuesday,June 24th!
RC 13 will host an 1 1/4 hour cruise aboard the Solaris, the Hudson River Maritime Museum’s fully solar-powered tour boat.
We will also have a guided tour of the museum.
Fix Tier 6 Rally Across Walkway over the Hudwon
Read MoreBRIDGING THE GAP TO FIX TIER 6!
This year, we will be continuing to advocate for changes to the state pension system. We're making incremental changes to Tiers 5 and 6 so they reach parity with the benefits Tier 4 members enjoy.
Retiree Council 13 Annual Spring Luncheon
Read MoreThe Annual RC13 Spring Luncheon returns to the Beekman Arms, with entertainment by Theater on the Road.
Be sure to register before the deadline (May 15, 2025)
Fun Fridays at Mid Hudson Regional Office
Read MoreDon’t forget to sign up for Fun Fridays in April!
Our next one is April 25th. Our first session was a huge success, and we have a variety of activities available for your enjoyment.
Canasta Coming to Mid Hudson Regional Office
Read MoreGet ready to learn a new game!
Canasta Lessons! Must enroll: visionpath19@hvc.rr.com
2025-2026 Retiree Council 13 Professional Grant Application
Read MoreThe 2025-2026 Retiree Council 13 Professional Grant Application is now available!
NYSUT to NYS It is time for Distraction free Schools
Read MoreWith technology continually changing the landscape of education and presenting unprecedented challenges, New York State United Teachers is calling on the governor and Legislature to provide consistent, statewide restrictions on cellphone use during the school day.
RC13 Professional Grant Recipients
Read More2024 RC13 Professional Grant Recipients
Grant Applications were well done and followed the criterion set forth by the Professional Grant Committee.
NYSUT Releases analysis of Governor Hochul's Exec Budget: Broken Promises
Read MoreNew York State United Teachers, representing educators across the entire state, released numbers today showing that the governor’s plan to cut Foundation Aid would negatively impact every one of New York’s nearly 700 districts.
NYSUT Wrapped 2023: The Year in Review
Read MoreAs we look back on 2023, there’s a lot to be proud of as NYSUT members.
Fix Tier SIX! What is this About?
Read MoreIt’s been over a decade since Tier 6 was added to the New York state pension system. Since then, over 100,000 NYSUT members earn a significantly reduced pension as compared to earlier tiers.
NYSUT Statement in response to the rise in antisemitism and other overt acts of hate in schools
Read MoreNYSUT President Melinda Person released the following statement in response to the surge in hate incidents on school campuses.
Medicare Minute for NYSUT Members
Read MoreMedicare Minute for NYSUT Members
Join the Medicare Rights Center's free monthly Medicare Minute presentations for NYSUT members. Each month’s Medicare Minute will help you learn more about your benefits and make the most of your Medicare coverage.
It Doesn’t Add Up: Two math teachers criticize Tier 6
Read MoreAnna Rossi and her daughter, Michelle Rossi have a lot in common.They both teach math at Oneonta High School in classrooms right across the hall from one another. But despite their identical careers, their retirement plans bear almost no resemblance to one another.
NYSUT making big push to expand community schools
Read MoreStressed brains can’t learn.
That simple phrase was the “Aha!” moment a few years ago for Albany Public Schools Teachers Association President Laura Franz when she attended a presentation on the power of community schools.
Mid-Hudson BRIDGES
Mid-Hudson BRIDGES is a publication of NYSUT RC 13.Calendar Events | Upcoming
