CVCR or Champlain Valley Council of Retirees has had an active year so far.  C-chair Gary VanCour made a summary of the year to this point.  Make sure to take advantage of the rest of the year's events.  To read Gary's letter follow this link: CVCR: The Year Thus Far

As you know, Hurricane IAN has caused severe damage to many people’s homes and property. NYSUT has over 10,000 retired members in Florida and we are concerned for their wellbeing. That is why we are asking you to help us reach out to them to make sure they are ok and provide support for those who need it. We will be both texting and calling retirees whom we have contact information.

On Tuesday will begin a very easy texting program to those we have cell phone numbers.

On Wednesday we will begin phone banking our members.

You will be provided a script and training on how to make texts and/or calls

Each year, the Jefferson-Lewis Council of NYSUT Retirees awards scholarships to new teachers in our counties.   Follow this link to the article and photos of the recipients being supported by retirees. Awarding New Teacher Scholarships

This is just one way we are supporting our profession and those who are working in schools.

CVCR is off and running for 2022-2023!   Our first luncheon is September 12 at the MHAB Fresh 14 Dormitory Drive in Plattsburgh.  Sepaker is Janine Scherline, Adirondack Foundation.  September 12 Luncheon

February 13, 2023 saw the retirees of the CVCR area gather at MHAB in Plattsburgh.   Co-chairs Gary VanCour and Carlos Madden led our business meeting.  The nominating committee is looking for people to fill several positions.

Following a wonderful lunch, we heard from President of the North Country Underground Railroad Historical Associations, Jacqueline Madison.  We were treated to details of this organization and their work.   Plans are underway for a 'field trip' to their site in the spring. No. Country Underground Railroad Historical Association  

WHAT ARE THE FOUR RC 9 SUB-COUNCILS?

WHERE DO I BELONG?

Due to the large area that Retiree Council (RC) 9 covers, we are broken into four sub-councils.  Your membership is based on the district from which you retired- which region is it in.  If you find that a different sub-council is more convienient for you to participate with, feel free to join it! 

The following is the contact information for each of the sub-councils.  

CVCR: Champlain Valley Council of Retirees

Co- chairs are Gary VanCour and Carlos Madan  They meet September through June for lunch, a short meeting and presentation on the 2nd