I am excited for the opportunity to serve the retired school employees of WV and look forward to being a part of what we can accomplish together. I’m grateful for the work and foresight of those who came before me to lay the foundation and building blocks of this organization. It is our mission to continue to meet our challenges and grow in our service to all retired school employees.

As we look to the accomplishments and challenges we face, I hope each of you will reach out and invite others to join our organization. There is great fellowship and friendship as well as valuable resources and information available. I encourage you to get involved and share your ideas and expertise.

Some of the Accomplishments of WVARSE include:

• being a positive and beneficial support organization since 1957 and is
  affiliated with AARP/NRTA
• maintaining a partnership with AMBA (Association Members Benefits
  Advisors) as well as continuing excellent rapport with Humana
• Periodic increases in financial benefits

Some of the Challenges of WVARSE include:

• Growth in Membership (we’re better together)
• Working with legislature for improved benefits
• Providing needed information and trainings pertinent to retirees

Our state’s retired school employees have provided many years of dedication, compassion and service to students, families and communities. Your lifelong contributions continue to make a meaningful difference. This past year, our membership reported over 1 million hours to volunteerism in our state!

Let’s continue to support and celebrate retired school employees and their lifelong
commitments for the betterment of all. Join us today!

Jo Hendricks

WVARSE President