Retirement Plans
Pensions Plans
CalPERS - California Public Employees Retirement System
PERS Website
CalSTRS - California State Teachers Retirement System
STRS Website
Alternative Retirement Plan
3121 Plan
The 3121 Plan is a savings program for employees who are not eligible to participate in the State Employees' Retirement System.
For more information on the 3121 Plan, please visit the following links below:
3121 Plan Overview and FAQ
3121 Plan Access Instructions
For assistance adding or changing a beneficiary, please contact the SchoolsFirst Plan Administration below:
SchoolsFirst Plan Administration
800-462-8328 ext. 4727
Email at rpa@schoolsfirstfcu.org
NOTE: The GCCCD PEAR Plan investment has been transitioned to the San Diego County Schools 3121 Retirement Plan.
403(b) and 457(b) Retirement Savings Plans
The District also offers participation in other retirement savings plans. Employees
interested in savings more towards retirement are encouraged to contact the FBC Plan
Advisor.
403(b) and 457(b) Program Highlights
2025 403(b)/457 Retirement Plan Limits
The FBC Model Plan Flyer
Universal Availability Notice
Workday Instructions: Add Contributions and Retirement Savings
Centralized Email: support@fbcmodelplan.com
Centralized Phone: (833) 752-6322 (833-Plan FBC)
If you already have an Empower Account set up, you can contact them at:
Empower Retirement FBC Customer Service Line: 1-844-732-7738
Plans are offered by San Diego County Office of Education/Fringe Benefits Consortium.