KPERS Retirement Process

SMSD hosted KPERS Pre-Retirement Seminar January 31st, 2024 recording

District Retirement Processes
RETIREMENT TIMELINE

RETIREMENT CHECKLIST: SMSD STEPS TO RETIREMENT

CERTIFIED   RETIREMENT PROCESS

CLASSIFIED RETIREMENT PROCESS

If you have any questions regarding continuing health benefits (COBRA vs Retiree Plans) please contact our Benefits Department. 

KPERS Retirement Tips:

  • Your KPERS Retirement Date is always on the 1st of the month.
  • You cannot physically work in the month that you retire.
  • On Page 19 Part E your signature needs to be notarized.
  • On Page 19, Part F If you check married, your spouse must sign under Part F and have their signature notarized.
  • You will complete and sign on pages 7,9,19 and 21. (page 13,14 & 15 may be required if choosing the PLSO)
  • You must submit your KPERS Retirement application via fax or mail, no later than 30 days prior to your retirement date. Do not e-mail for security purposes.

Retirement FAQs

Q: When can I retire?
A: Log into your KPERS Account look at your annual statement, balance and use the calculator.

Q: How do I log into my KPERS Account?
A: Click here: KPERS Online  Account Access

Q: I want to retire what should I do?
A: Complete the Resignation-Retirement-LOA Form. Have it signed by your Administrator and send a copy to HR. 
This is the only document the district needs from you.

Q: I am a Certified Employee what date do I use for the last day to work?
A: You will use May 29th, 2025.

Q: I am a Certified Employee what date do I use for my KPERS Retirement Date?
A: Your KPERS Retirement Date is always on the 1st of the month in which you have not worked. June, July or August 1st.

Q: If I use June 1st for my KPERS retirement date will I still receive my District June, July and August checks?
A: Yes, You will receive District June, July and August checks on June 20th, 23rd and 24th, 2025.

Q: When will my District Health Benefits end? 
A: Your District Health Benefits end on August 31st. You paid for it out of your June, July and August checks.

Q: I have my KPERS Retirement Application complete, my proof of birth and proof of name change documents what do I do now?
A: You can submit your KPERS Retirement Application directly to KPERS via mail: 611 S. Kansas Ave., Suite 100, Topeka, KS 66603 or fax: 785-296-6638.  

Another option, as a courtesy, once your KPERS Retirement Application is complete and you have your proof of birth and proof of name change documents you may contact Nicole Churchill the KPERS Designated Agent for the District and set up an appointment.

Services I can provide:

  • Review your KPERS Retirement Application (ensuring all the boxes are checked and blanks are filled)
  • Notarize your (and your spouse's) signature(s) on Page 19
  • Witness your Designation of Beneficiary on Page 21
  • Send your KPERS Retirement Application and required documents to KPERS via Secured Upload.

Nicole Churchill
Shawnee Mission School District
Classified Personnel Facilitator
KPERS Designated Agent
nicolechurchill@smsd.org

P: 913/993-6459
F: 913/993-6240

Resources

Financial Planning
Nick Neff
Financial Advisor
Corebridge Financial
13220 Metcalf Ave., Suite 360 | Overland Park, KS 66213
Cell 913.991.3906 | Tel 913.402.5000 | Fax 913.305.5382
nicholas.neff@corebridgefinancial.com | www.corebridgefinancial.com

Medicare Options
Medicare Advantage-Medicare Supplement-Prescription Drug Plans 
Martha Hausback Independent Agent
|913-522-5793  mhausback@kc.rr.com
www.Hausbackinsuranceagency.com

Social Security Benefits
Confirm your Social Security benefits. Get accurate information about Social Security applications and benefits by calling the Social Security Administration’s toll-free number, 1-800-772-1213 or contacting your local SSA office.

Social Security WebinarsWe cordially invite you to attend an upcoming webinar via Microsoft (MS) Teams. Please review a list of our current webinars and descriptions below. Reserve your spot now - space is limited. We hope you can join us, and we look forward to your participation.

Pre-Retirement Webinar:

Social Security 101: Understanding Retirement, Survivor and Medicare Benefits

This FREE webinar hosted by the Social Security Administration will help attendees understand basic eligibility factors and filing options for Retirement, Survivor and Medicare Benefits.

Audience: General public

Register for an upcoming event: