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Payroll Department: Payroll@matsuk12.us 907-761-4357, Option 4Retirement and Benefits
Welcome to the MSBSD Retirement and Benefits page!
MSBSD offers a range of benefits to support employee health, financial security, and overall well-being. Whether you are planning for the future, focusing on your health, or planning for your financial future, these benefits are designed to meet your needs.
Browse the options below to learn more about the available benefits.
Explore Benefits
Below is a brief overview of each benefit. Click the logo or benefit title to view detailed information and learn more.
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Alaska 529 is a tax-advantaged investment account designed to help families save for education expenses.
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The EAP provides various confidential resources at no cost to employees and their family members.
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The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Alaska Family Leave Act (AFLA) provide eligible employees with a limited amount of unpaid job-protected leave for certain family and medical reasons.
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The District offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible employees.
![Health Savings Account (HSA)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745606799/matsuk12us/bnurm5tpvucsq50dlyny/Voya_1.png","width":204}])
The District contributes to eligible employees' HSAs in accordance with the terms of the applicable negotiated agreements.
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The District provides life insurance through New York Life for employees working at least 0.25 FTE. Employees may also purchase additional coverage to meet their individual needs.
The District provides a matching contribution to administrative and certified employees' 403(b) or 457(b) accounts as outlined in the applicable negotiated agreements.
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The State of Alaska Division of Retirement and Benefits (DRB) administers the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS) for eligible classified employees.
The State of Alaska Division of Retirement and Benefits (DRB) administers the Teacher's Retirement System (TRS) for eligible certified employees.
![Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745607605/matsuk12us/fc0gbtksrcg8onvh1scf/Empower.png","width":225}])
A portion of eligible employees' wages, plus a matching employer contribution, is directed pre-tax to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity (SBS) Plan—administered by Empower Retirement—instead of Social Security, per Alaska law.
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All employees have the option to contribute to a 403(b) or 457(b) tax-sheltered annuity account. Learn how to open your account and begin investing.
Employees may enroll in voluntary supplemental benefits within 31 days of hire or during the annual open enrollment period in the spring.
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Latest News and Announcements
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![Transfer HSA Funds to Voya]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749753681/matsuk12us/h7nw8cmd3ww7ghqfl4vz/HSAIMAGE.png","width":202}])
Employees who had an HSA with American Fidelity can transfer those funds to American Fidelity through an electronic transfer agreement. Voya will pay the transfer fee for employees who elect this option.
American Fidelity will begin charging a monthly maintenance fee of $2 for funds that are not transferred by August 22, 2025.
To learn more about the transfer process, click the article image or title above.
![Voya - New Voluntary Supplemental Benefits Provider]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745606789/matsuk12us/gnicvl5xftidb5dp6tnt/Voya.png","width":204}])
Reminder: Voya is now the District’s new provider for supplemental voluntary benefits.
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Current American Fidelity policies will end on August 31, 2025, unless you’ve chosen to continue them through direct pay with American Fidelity.
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If you enrolled in Voya voluntary benefits during the open enrollment period, your new coverage will begin September 1, 2025.
For more information, click the article image or title above.
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New Requirement for Premera BCBS health plan members:
Effective July 1, 2025, prior authorization is required following the initial consultation for outpatient rehabilitation services, such as:
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Massage Therapy
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Physical Therapy (PT)
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Occupational Therapy (OT)
For more information, click the article image or title above.
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