Join us, on Facebook LIVE, June 11, 2025, for our 60th Indiana Retired Teachers Association Representative Assembly.
Morning Business Meeting (9:30 AM)
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Call to Order & Welcome – David Lennen
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Presentation of the Colors – Indiana American Legion District 11 Honor Guard
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Pledge of Allegiance – Dr. Sharon Barnes
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National Anthem – David Lennen & Brad Seward
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Invocation – Dr. Gene Van Stone
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Adoption of Agenda** – David Lennen
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Assembly Rules & Delegate Count – John Lightle
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Remarks & Introductions – David Lennen
• Officers, Board, Staff, Past Presidents & Executive Directors -
Executive Director’s Report – Laura Penman
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Bylaws & Rules Committee Report – John Lightle
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Nominations & Elections Committee Report – Paula Dyer
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Election of State Officers & Area Directors**
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Investment Committee Report – Tom Mellish
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Financial Statement – Laura Penman
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Dues Structure Revisions** – Mark A. Guard
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2025-26 Budget Approval** – Mark A. Guard
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Indiana Retired Teachers Foundation Report – Alan Zerkel
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BREAK
Committee Reports:
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Board of Directors – Dr. Sharon Barnes
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Membership – Marty Mullin
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Legislative – Paula Dyer
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Retirement Planning – Cal Biddle
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Member Concerns & Services – Dr. Sharon Barnes
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Community Service – Ellen McKenzie
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Public Relations – Janella Knierim
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Strategic Planning – Laura Penman
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Memorial Tribute – Paula Dyer
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Recognition of Outgoing Board Members – David Lennen
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Installation of Area Directors, State President-Elect, and Secretary/Treasurer – Paula Dyer
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Installation of Incoming State President – David Lennen
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Singing of Luncheon Song & Lunch Instructions – Carol Grieser & Dennis Bourquein
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Adjournment – Dr. Sharon Barnes
Afternoon Awards Celebration (Approx. Noon)
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Introductions – Laura Penman
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Guest Speakers: Al Campos (NRTA), Steve Russo (INPRS), Omarr Guerrero (AMBA)
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Sponsor Comments: Jared Bond (Hoosier Lottery), Rae Feller (CASA), Joseph Coffman
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IRTA Awards Presentation – Emcee: David Lennen
• School Bell Awards – Marty Mullin
• CASA Awards – Dr. Sharon Barnes
• CLOCK Awards – Ellen McKenzie
• President’s Award – David Lennen
• Legacy Award – David Lennen