TRS Training

TRS Training

Page updated September 4, 2026

2026-2027 Member Webinars

TRS provides webinars via Zoom for members at all stages in their career during the Fall and Winter. Visit our webinar page to view the schedule and to sign-up for 2026-2027 webinar dates. 

TRS is offering the following webinars:

  • TRS 101: Retirement System Basics - This 75-minute presentation is best for early and mid-career educators. (5 dates available)
  • Ready, Set, Retire! - This 90-minute presentation is designed for those who may apply for TRS retirement in the next few years. (5 dates available)
  • Retirement Application Overview - This 90-minute presentation is designed for those who have requested and received a TRS retirement application packet. (2 dates available) 
Questions about these webinars? Contact Lexi Newcomer, TRS Communications Specialist at 406.444.3283 or Lexi.Newcomer@mt.gov.

Informational Videos for Active Members

These videos are streamed from the Montana Teachers' Retirement System YouTube channel.

Recorded Webinars

TRS 101: Retirement System Basics (Fall 2025; 31 minutes) 

Ready, Set, Retire! (Fall 2025; 34 minutes) – This material is best for members who may apply for TRS retirement within the next few years.

Completing the TRS Retirement Application Packet (Spring 2026; 56 minutes) – This material is for members who have requested and received their Retirement Application packet. 

Short Animated Tutorials for Members

TRS Benefit Overview (approx. 4 minutes)

Caring For Your TRS Account (approx. 2 minutes)

TRS New Member Information (approx. 2 minutes)

TRS Funding Primer (approx. 5 minutes)

Preparing for Retirement (approx. 5 minutes)

Training for Employers

The Employers section of this website (Training Resources page) includes links to training videos and other reference materials for employers.