For the Syosset district, you will need to file a letter of intent to receive retirement benefits. Teachers interested in retiring in the 2020-21 school year, must inform the district of their intent to retire five months prior to the date of retirement.

• The LOI is not binding, provided teachers word their letters correctly. Sample provided below.
• Remember, even if you plan to leave before or after June, you must give five months prior notice of intent and three months prior notice of resignation. (For example - submit LOI by February 1st for a June retirement.)
• A “Letter of Resignation” must be submitted at least three months prior to leaving. (For example, submit “Letter of Resignation” by March 31 for June retirement.)
• Letters should be sent to the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Thomas Rogers.
• If you submit your LOI and do not follow up two months later with your Letter of Resignation, your original LOI becomes null and void.

Sample Letter of Intent for Retirement

It is my intention to retire at the end of this school year (or date of intent).

I reserve the right to remain employed as a teacher by the school district should my plans change.

Please accept this letter in fulfillment of my obligation to give five months prior notice of my intention to retire as required by the teachers’ contract.

Sample Letter of Resignation for the Purpose of Retirement

As of (date), for the purpose of retirement, I resign my position as a teacher in the Syosset Central School District.