This Active Life

March 2005

Protecting Pensions from Political Attacks

I don’t imagine many of us who signed up to serve the public as teachers or education support professionals figured we’d earn a whopping salary. I know I didn't when I started teaching in Knox County, Kentucky, back in 1962 for $355 a month.
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What’s it like to retire? Peek inside the journals of eight new retirees to see how they navigate this rite of passage.
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Ask the Expert

Planning your big move? Don’t start packing till you’ve read our tips to make the experience as smooth as possible.
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People

Find out why Education Minnesota- Retired members Boy and Betty Toy are wild about tennis. Also, astronomy buff Rod Roberts’ mobile planetarium helps kids reach for the stars.
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Member Profiles

What are your fellow NEA-Retired members doing? Find out what Jean Bankos (Virginia ), Jean Dobashi (Hawaii ), and Bill Eliasek (Illinois ) are up to.
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Health

The prices for prescription drugs go all over the map—even though cheaper drugs may be just as effective. A new Web site from the folks who bring you Consumer Reports can help you and your doctor make the right call.
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