The State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) is a pension program designed to provide retirement benefits to educators and school staff in various states. It helps ensure financial security for teachers after they retire by offering monthly pension payments based on their years of service and salary history. STRS typically includes features such as disability benefits, survivor benefits, and options for health insurance coverage. Each state may have its own specific rules and regulations governing the system, but the primary goal remains the same: to support the retirement needs of those who dedicate their careers to education.