PSRS/PEERS News Archive

PSRS/PEERS office in Jefferson City, MO

PSRS/PEERS Welcomes Chief Financial Officer Robertson

Brandon Robertson will join the Public School and Education Employee Retirement Systems of Missouri (PSRS/PEERS) as its new chief financial officer, effective May 12, 2025. Anita Brand, current chief financial officer, announced her retirement earlier this year.

PSRS/PEERS Board of Trustees, Dearld Snider, executive director and Jennifer Martin, Director of Executive and Board Administration at the April 7 board meeting.

Board Sets Interest Rates, Elects Leadership for Upcoming School Year

At its April meeting, the PSRS/PEERS Board of Trustees set interest rates and also voted to re-elect Beth Knes as chair and Dr. Eric Park as vice chair for the 2025-2026 school year (July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026).

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Are You Concerned about Market Volatility?

We understand the current market situation is unsettling. We want to assure you that we at PSRS/PEERS remain committed to providing you a financially stable retirement.

PSRS/PEERS Board of Trustees and Executive Director Dearld Snider at the April 7  board meeting

April Board of Trustees Board Meeting Summary

The Public School and Education Employee Retirement Systems of Missouri (PSRS/PEERS) Board of Trustees convened on April 6-7, 2025, at the PSRS/PEERS offices at 3210 W. Truman Blvd., Jefferson City, Missouri.

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Did You Know? We Also Provide Disability Benefits

As a PSRS/PEERS member, you have the peace of mind of knowing that after a full career of service you can receive lifetime monthly service retirement benefits when eligible. But what you may not know is that we also provide monthly disability benefits for members who qualify.

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Spring 2025 Legislative Update

This week is spring break for the Missouri Legislature. State legislators have filed more than 2,300 bills and resolutions since this session began on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. PSRS/PEERS is tracking more than 60 bills that could potentially impact the Systems and our members.

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Estimate Your Future Benefits Using Web Member Services

Knowing how much your future benefits will be is an important part of planning for retirement. Our online Benefit Estimator makes it easy!

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Is Your Contact Information Up to Date?

Your name, address and beneficiary designation are vital parts of your retirement records. It is important to keep them up to date during your membership, both before and after your retirement.

Amanda Perschall, PSRS/PEERS Elected Trustee

PSRS/PEERS Welcomes Amanda Perschall to the Board of Trustees

Amanda Perschall joined the Board of Trustees in February 2025, as a member of PSRS. She will fill the vacant seat created by the departure of Dr. Jason Steliga in October 2024 and serve the remainder of that unexpired term, which ends June 30, 2026.

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Know the Value of Your PSRS/PEERS Membership

A significant advantage of membership in a Defined Benefit plan is the lifelong financial security it provides. Regardless of the benefit plan you choose, you will receive monthly retirement payments for the rest of your life.