FAQ’s

What is the difference between a Member and a Non-Member?

We are glad that you are considering membership in your professional organization, TRUE/CTA/NEA. Your membership is the beginning of your journey supporting students, their schools, and your professional interests. Membership is easy. You can join by going to join.cta.org or returning a signed Membership Form to TRUE via email, mail, fax (916)-648-9753, or you can drop the form off in person and pick up a new member bag and your free TRUE T-Shirt at 3318 Howard Street, Suite 10, McClellan 95652, Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to 6:00 pm.

TRUE negotiates with TRUSD the Collective Bargaining Agreement (Contract), which covers certificated staff employment conditions, such as your Salary, Work Day/Work Year, Employee Health Benefits, Sick Leave, Class Size, Evaluation, Member Safety, Grievances, and so much more.

Members are entitled to vote and hold office for local association roles; are covered under the $1,000,000 Educators Employment Liability coverage; have access to legal representation and are eligible for CTA-sponsored insurance programs and many more valuable membership benefits. Members also receive exclusive discounts on CTA and NEA Member Benefits Programs, such as travel, restaurant, theme parks, and purchasing discounts. TRUE also offers our Scholarships to our Members, Members Children, and TR High School Seniors, as well as our Catastrophic Leave Bank Program. For more benefit info, please check out the Members Corner Page

Non-Members — If you choose to be a Non-Member, by not completing your membership at join.cta.org or returning a Membership Form to TRUE, you will receive
Limited Representation, only on matters pertaining to the collectively bargained agreement.

- How much are membership dues?
  
  Please look at the Membership Dues Structure for more information.
- Where can I find the contract?
  
  The Contract (current & past) can be found here. You can download the PDF copy.
- There is a mistake on my paycheck stub. What should I do?
  
  Please contact your payroll tech. If there is no resolution, send an email to trueoffice.email@gmail.com
- How can I make suggestions for changes in our contract?
  
  A bargaining survey comes out for every new contract, to our Members. Email us what article you would like to see changed or amended. You can also add other items of concern that you want to see addressed. As far as other suggestions, feel free to contact your TRUE Negotiating team at trueoffice.email@gmail.com
- How can I get more involved in TRUE?
  
  We’re glad you asked! Start off by becoming a Site Rep or volunteer on a Committee. We offer training at the beginning of the year for new Site Reps. It’s not hard nor a huge time commitment if there is another person who will share the position. Read the TRUE By-Laws and Standing-Rules for responsibilities or contact the TRUE office for more information.
- Thinking about Retirement?
  
  I am retiring/would like retirement info. Visit our Retirement Page for helpful information and links.
- Where do I get information for disability and life insurance?
  
  Visit The Standard’s website at CTAMemberBenefits.org/TheStandard or call (800) 522-0406, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Pacific Time, Monday–Friday.
- How can I get scholarship information?
  
  CTA and TRUE offer scholarships. Visit CTA’s page for information about CTA scholarship opportunities, and TRUE’s scholarship page for info about TRUE scholarships.
- Can I get entertainment & shopping discounts as a member?
  
  Yes, Members can get dining, entertainment, shopping, and travel discounts through CTA Member Benefits department by visiting CTAMemberBenefits.org
- Can I transfer sick leave from one district to another?
  
  Yes, you may transfer sick leave (Ed Code 44979, 8772)
- When and how do I file a grievance?
  
  If you believe your contractual rights have been violated, please contact our Grievance Team and we will advise you of what to do.
- If I am called to a meeting with one or more district officials what should I know before I go?
  
  Remember, your private life is your own. Read your Weingarten Rights. You can expect to be treated in a professional manner. If you are called to a meeting with one or more district officials, you are entitled to know what the meeting is about, know approximately how long it will last, and to have a representative accompany you to the meeting.
- How can I update my Name, Address, Phone, and/or Email?
  
  You can send to TRUE (trueoffice.email@gmail.com) or leave a comment on any page with the updated information, and TRUE will update the TRUE/CTA Database. You can change your information with the District by visiting their HR Page.
- Looking for more information, you can visit the Member’s Corner Page and the Know Your Rights page. Still have questions, comments, and/or suggestions, email us at trueoffice.email@gmail.com.

What is the difference between a Member and a Non-Member?

How much are membership dues?

Where can I find the contract?

There is a mistake on my paycheck stub. What should I do?

How can I make suggestions for changes in our contract?

How can I get more involved in TRUE?

Thinking about Retirement?

Where do I get information for disability and life insurance?

How can I get scholarship information?

Can I get entertainment & shopping discounts as a member?

Can I transfer sick leave from one district to another?

When and how do I file a grievance?

If I am called to a meeting with one or more district officials what should I know before I go?

How can I update my Name, Address, Phone, and/or Email?

Looking for more information, you can visit the Member’s Corner Page and the Know Your Rights page. Still have questions, comments, and/or suggestions, email us at trueoffice.email@gmail.com.