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NEA DISCOUNT$ AND $AVING$
 
 
As a CTA member, remember that you are eligible for several great discounts through NEA Member Benefits in addition to those that you enjoy with CTA.  The following is just a sampling of the fantastic deals negotiated for you and 3.2 million NEA members.  Enjoy the fun and the savings!  Visit the NEA website for additional deals and information at:  http://www.neamb.com/home/productsAndServices_750.htm?category=Discounts.
 
Costco Wholesale – Special savings for members and their families
 
Whirlpool Corporation VIPLINK Program – Huge savings on popular consumer brands from Whirlpool Corporation
 
Snap Fitness – NEW!  Get in shape for less at Snap Fitness.  Exclusive NEA member benefits include a 10% discount on monthly dues and no enrollment fee.
 
Jenny Craig – NEA members and their eligible dependents can save with Jenny Craig.
 
1-800-FLOWERS.COM – NEA members enjoy a 20% savings every day on flowers, plants, gift baskets, gourmet foods, confections, and plush stuffed animals.
 
H&R Block – Save on do-it-yourself tax software or in-office tax preparation by an H&R Block professional.
 
New York & Company – NEA members save 15% every day!
 
The Walking Company Exclusive Online Offer – NEA members can save up to 15% off all online purchases.
 
NEA Magazine Service® - Save up to 85% off the cover price of over 900 popular magazines.
 
Collette Vacations - Travel the world and save with Collette Vacations, a leading provider of over 120 tours, family cruises and weekend getaways.
 
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NEA Click & Save® - Save online at hundreds of your favorite stores.
 
SmileMakers - Save an additional 5% on your classroom supplies, plus free shipping on stocked items.
 
NEA Hearing Aid Savings Plan - Special discounts for members and their families
 
NEA Vision and Prescription Savings Plan - Discounts on vision needs and prescriptions
 
NEA Long Distance - Get rates as low as 3.9¢ per minute on state-to-state calls.  No monthly fees.
 
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Nolo Legal – Get a 5% discount from the leading publisher of self-help legal publications, software, and forms.
 
Weekly Reader – Special savings on classroom magazines
 
For more information, call toll free:  1-800-637-4636, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. or Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ET 
 
Visit the NEA website for additional deals and information at:  http://www.neamb.com/home/productsAndServices_750.htm?category=Discounts.
 
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Friendly Reminders from The Standard!
The Standard is available to answer any of your questions about coverage. Their dedicated CTA Customer Service Department can be reached at 800.522.0406 from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time or write to ctaservice@standard.com with any questions or concerns.
 
Planning to retire this year?
As you prepare for this new chapter in your life please don’t forget that you and your loved ones can continue a portion of your current, active CTA-endorsed Life Insurance if you maintain a CTA-NEA Retired Lifetime Membership and apply within 120 days of retirement. To get more information, contact The Standard’s dedicated CTA Customer Service Department at 800-522-0406.
 
Wedding or baby due?
Congratulations! Remember that within 31 days of a Family Status Change, you can add or increase Life Insurance coverage up to $200,000 and/or add Disability coverage, all without providing proof of good health. Family Status Change includes birth/adoption, marriage/domestic partnership and other qualifying events. For more information about this enrollment opportunity, or to file a maternity Disability claim, visit us at www.cta.org and click through to The Standard.
 
Organizing your desk?
Make sure to call The Standard if you’re moving to a new address or needing to make changes to your beneficiary designation. It’s important to keep your records up-to-date, and it’s easy to do. Simply call The Standard’s dedicated CTA Customer Service Department at 800-522-0406.
 
Questions?
Call The Standard’s dedicated CTA Customer Service Department at 800.522.0406 (TTY), 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Or, email ctaservice@standard.com. And if you haven’t taken a look at CTA’s Web site, visit www.cta.org for more information.
 
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Exceptional savings just in time for the Holidays can be yours through NEA Click & Save, an exclusive online shopping service that offers you savings from hundreds of top retailers and online stores. You'll find great offers on everything from apparel and jewelry to travel and electronics.

 

Activating your account is easy and, best of all, it's completely FREE. So let's get started with a sneak peek at just a few of today's offers:


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Save 10% on Fine Jewelry Plus Free FedEx Shipping


Save 10% on your next order


Save up to 70%

 

Ready? Here's how to sign up for NEA Click & Save:
1. Register or Sign In at neamb.com
2. Look for the "Start Shopping" button(s); you will be taken to the NEA Click & Save website to select your username and password, and begin saving!

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Best Wishes during the Holiday Season!
News from The Standard
 
The New Year is nearing and as always, The Standard is available to answer any of your questions about coverage. Their dedicated CTA Customer Service Department can be reached at 800.522.0406 from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time or write to ctaservice@standard.com with any questions or concerns. 
 
Newly hired CTA member, or new to your district?
If you’re a newly hired CTA member, or transferring to a new district, now’s the time to get the coverage you need. During your first 120 days of new employment, you have a one-time opportunity to apply for Disability Insurance and/or up to $200,000 of Life Insurance – without showing proof of good health. This great opportunity is ending very soon - call The Standard’s dedicated CTA Customer Service Department at 800-522-0406 for more information.
 
Wedding or baby due this winter?
Congratulations! Remember that within 31 days of a Family Status Change, you can add or increase Life Insurance coverage up to $200,000 and/or add Disability coverage, all without providing proof of good health. Family Status Change includes birth/adoption, marriage/domestic partnership and other qualifying events. For more information about this enrollment opportunity, or to file a maternity Disability claim, visit us at www.cta.org and click through to The Standard.
 
Organizing your desk?
Make sure to call The Standard if you’re moving to a new address or needing to make changes to your beneficiary designation. It’s important to keep your records up-to-date, and it’s easy to do. Simply call The Standard’s dedicated CTA Customer Service Department at 800-522-0406.
 
Craving something sweet?
Enjoy a delicious Chocolate Mint Smoothie recipe courtesy of The Standard.
 
2 c. milk, divided
1/4 c. instant cocoa mix
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/8 tsp. peppermint extract
1 pt. vanilla ice cream
 
Heat 1/2 cup of milk until hot. Combine hot milk and cocoa mix in electric blender and process until smooth. Add remaining 1 1/2 cups milk, vanilla and peppermint and blend well. Add ice cream and process until mixture is smooth. Recipe makes 4 smoothies. Enjoy!
 
Questions?
Call The Standard’s dedicated CTA Customer Service Department at 800.522.0406 (TTY), 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Or, email ctaservice@standard.com. And if you haven’t taken a look at CTA’s Web site, visit MyCTA at www.cta.org

Online Beneficiary Registration at MyCTA!


The CTA Death & Dismemberment Plan is designed to provide a life insurance benefit to Eligible Members of CTA.

- Provided by the CTA Economic Benefits Trust

- A Death Benefit of up to $2,000

- An Accidental Death and Accidental Dismemberment Benefit of up to $10,000

- A $50,000 Benefit if the member dies or suffers a dismemberment due to an accident or assault while engaged in any activity which was in the expressed or implied terms of his or her occupation, or while acting in the capacity of an Association Leader

- A life insurance benefit that increases with each year of continuous CTA membership, until the maximum benefit is reached after ten (10) years. You may name anyone as your designated beneficiary.  To check to see if you have a beneficiary on file, or to designate or make changes to a beneficiary, simply click on My Profile under the My CTA tab at www.cta.org (login required).
By doing so, you will not only ensure that your designated beneficiary is registered, you will have personal security that comes with your CTA membership.  This is not a complete description of the Plan. For a complete description, please refer to the booklet entitled “CTA Death & Dismemberment Plan and Summary Plan Description,” and to make a claim or for more information contact the
CTA Member Benefits Department at (650) 552-5200 or e-mail member_benefits@cta.org.
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2419 LaBrucherie Rd.
Imperial, CA 92251
760-355-4600
 

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