The United Teachers of Dade Retired Chapter is open to all retired members of UTD, FEA, NEA, AFT, and the Florida AFL-CIO.  We are an organization whose purpose is to promote the  interests of its members in the areas of economic concerns, health and welfare, political activism,  as well as fostering social, cultural and educational pursuits. 

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Benefits to Joining UTD-R

As a member of UTD-R you will enjoy a number of benefits.  The chapter has an active social calendar which includes the Annual Retirement Breakfast and the Annual Retirement Workshop, as well as fun holiday gatherings.  A stimulating book club meets monthly to discuss books appealing to all interests.  Financial services, discount programs, educational programs,  workshops  covering health/insurance/financial concerns given by experts in their fields, and substitute teacher coverage are on-going benefits that are available.  

In addition, UTD-R offers an opportunity to become actively involved in the issues that directly affect retirees.

The camaraderie which we shared during our active working years remains strong as we enjoy  retirement with our colleagues. Come and get involved!  You may join by calling the retiree office at 305-854-0220. The contact person is Phyllis Compton.

Calendar of Events

Photo Gallery

Below: Desrick Campbell, instructor at the Miami/Dade Juvenile Detention Center, is awarded an FEA-Retired Grant for the school's math department.  His was one of two grants awarded to FEA members in Dade County. He is flanked by UTD-Retired President, Phyllis Compton and FEA-R District Chair, Daneen Regna.

Below:  FEA-Retired Helen Robbins Classroom Enhancement Grant winner, Mara Pollero, with her students at their on-site restaurant at Ruth Kruse Owens Educational Center.

Below:  UTD-Retired members enjoying their 2009 Holiday luncheon at the 94th Aero Squadron with their guest of honor Senator Carrie Meek. 

Below:  UTD-Retired members enjoying a campaign event for Senatorial Candidate Kendrick Meek.

Below:  UTD-Retired members lobby Washington Legislators, Ileana Ros Lehtinen, Mario Diaz-Balart, and spent a moment with AFT President Randi Weingarten.

Below: UTD-R Chapter members, Gerry Tiziani, Gloria Rosen and Phyllis Compton lobby members of our South Florida delegation in Tallahassee during the current legislative session. They are pictured with Dwight Bullard, Federica Wilson, Yolly Roberson, Luis Garcia and Julio Robaina.