Travel Packages That Save Money & Time
Packages designed to make your travel decisions easy and affordable by locking in the best rates and giving you up to 12 months to travel. more

Saturn Gives Back to Those Who Give So Much
The Saturn Thanks Educators program gives educators associated with a credit union the Credit Union Member Discount1 on any new Saturn. In addition, qualified buyers can get 0% APR financing for 60 months2 on eligible vehicles.  www.saturn.com/educators  

1 Must be a member of a participating credit union. A statement or membership card from the credit union will be required as proof of eligibility at the retail facility. Not available with some other offers. Residency restrictions apply. See retailer for details. Discount available to members no matter where they finance their purchase. Take delivery by 1/4/10.

2 Monthly payment is $16.67 for every $1,000 financed. Average example down payment is 11%. Some customers will not qualify. Eligible vehicles include 2009 AURATM, AURA Hybrid (very limited availability), VUE®, VUE Hybrid and OUTLOOKTM. See retailer for details. Take delivery by 6/1/09.

Aug. 15 Is Teacher Appreciation Day at Staples
Staples stores in Texas will be holding a special appreciation day for educators Saturday, August 15 from 9 am to noon. You'll get a reusable "eco easy" bag filled with all sorts of special values to help in the classroom. www.staples.com/teacherday 

• $15,000 in Life Insurance Coverage at No Cost
  (new members only)
  The $15,000 in life insurance coverage starts on the effective date of membership in the NEA and continues for 12 months. No medical exam is required. At the end of the 12 months members may be eligible to extend the term of the coverage at great member-only rates.

• ID Theft Protection Program
  NEA Member Benefits has joined forces with Identity Fraud, Inc. to provide valuable and affordable protection to you and your family with comprehensive plans starting at only $19.95 a year. For more information visit www.identityfraud.com/neamb or call (866)443-3728.

• NEA Long-Term Care Insurance
  Financial security, health and independence are among the top retirement priorities. Are you and your family prepared, do you have a plan? This program will provide you and your family with free educational materials and discuss all available options regarding your long-term healthcare needs. Call (877)632-5827 for more information.

Please contact Liz Picone, CAE, NEA Member Benefits; call her at (512) 261-7792,  fax her at (800)609-6580 or email her at Lpicone@neamb.com.

403(b) Toolkit on New IRS Regulations
NEA Member Benefits has announced the availability of a New IRS 403(b) Regulations Information Toolkit, an online resource developed jointly by NEA and NEA Member Benefits general counsels and key departmental staff, including NEA Collective Bargaining and Member Advocacy.

The toolkit is designed to assist Local and State Affiliate leaders and staff in educating members and school districts about the impact of the new 403(b) regulations which took effect January 1, 2009. It is very important that leaders, staff and members understand the regulations because they may affect members’ future retirement savings options.

The main components of the Toolkit are:

• Important Information for Everyone—explanatory materials about the new regulations
• Resources for Local Leaders, UniServ Managers and Staff—guidance on local advocacy strategies and courses of action
• Resources Local Leaders Can Provide to School Business Officials—useful tools and information to pass on to your school district’s business office

Materials cover a wide range of topics geared to the various audiences:

• Decoding the New 403(b) Regulations: a Primer for NEA Affiliates
• What Does It Mean to Be an “Orphan” 403(b) Account
• New 403(b) Regulations Power Point Presentation and FAQs highlighting key points in the regulations

The Toolkit outlines steps that local associations can take in response to the IRS regulations and includes a sample letter that local leaders can send to their school district business official.

To download an individual piece or a copy of the entire Toolkit, go to www.neamb.com/toolkit  or click on Toolkit.

NEA Auto Insurance Program Cuts Rates Up to 21%!
Effective May 1, 2008, new and renewal auto policies will see rate reductions averaging 10%*…..and this is only half the story. A constantly expanding array of benefits and services is the other.  Our auto insurance programs are offered to TSTA members, who deserve the best! (* Actual amount of rate reduction up to 21% will vary based on personal rating factors.)

Does your current program offer these unique benefits?

• Guaranteed lock-in rates for an entire year

• Free Identity Theft Resolution Service

• Optional summer skip payment plans

• Broad protection for family members including students away at school

• High bodily injury liability limits up to 1 million dollars available

• Rental car coverage provided at no additional cost if comprehensive or collision coverage is purchased

• Deductible completely waived for vandalism to your vehicle, other than collision, on or within 500 feet of campus, or while attending a school-sponsored event

• Optional loan/lease payoff coverage available in case your vehicle is a total loss

• Emergency roadside service & unlimited towing, including off-road

• Coverage of up to $500 for personal property, including school supplies you’ve purchased if stolen out of your vehicle

• Collision deductible waived for an accident with another A+ auto policyholder

In a recent survey, 99% of our customers would recommend us to others.

Call (877) 411-1426 toll free now for a free, no obligation rate quote: Monday -Friday from 8:00 a.m. -8:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. CT.

Access Introduces Online Factory Outlet
The Online Factory Outlet is an online store from Access that's loaded with name-brand, factory-direct merchandise, all priced 10-50% below MSRP. Participating brands include Sony, Panasonic, Canon, Tag Heuer, Hoover, Seiko and more.  Click on Members Only, log in to the Access savings site, and click “Online Factory Outlet.” Once inside, discounts will automatically be applied to any purchase you make.

Try Our Pet Care Program
Members can save 25% off veterinary medical services and 10% to 30% on pet-related products and services such as pet food, pet grooming, and boarding from thousands of local and national merchants.

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FREE! Discount Prescription Drug Plan
TSTA's Discount Prescription Drug Card Program for members is absolutely free. Go to our members only area and login with your TSTA member ID#, then click on the free Discount Prescription Drug card link and print out your free card.

Check Out Our Attorney Referral Program
In the TSTA Attorney Referral Program, members may receive two, free 30-minute consultation sessions with a TSTA referral attorney during any membership year (from Sept.1- Aug. 31). more

Your TSTA/NEA Membership Saves You Money!
Our member benefits are designed specifically to help stretch the buying power of every dollar you earn. Our unique products and services are offered as an economic benefit to thank you for joining TSTA/NEA and to assist you in achieving your financial goals. There's a drawing each month. You will be entered automatically if you:

• Click the link at left that says "Educator Access."

• Enter your member number (from the front of your Access/TSTA card) into the login box in the top left corner of the page.

• You'll discover over 150,000 places to save up to 50%. Plus, you'll be entered to win a 3-day, 2-night hotel getaway! Good luck -- and enjoy the savings!

See the column at right for a complete list of discounts; use the drop-down menu above to check out our insurance, health care, and financial services. For more information, email Joyce Call or give her a call at 877-ASK-TSTA (877-275-8782).

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