Benefits

What is a Qualifying Event?

If you have a “Qualifying Event,” such as marriage/divorce, a civil union/dissolution of a civil union (in accordance with NH law), birth and/or death, adoption of a child, addition of step-children, assuming permanent legal custody of a child, reinstatement of civilian status from active military duty, or when a member ceases to be a dependent, you must notify your school district’s business office within 30 days of the Qualifying Event to make the necessary change in your enrollment status. Otherwise, you will need to wait until the next annual Open Enrollment period. This will delay any changes in membership status, and coverage will not be effective until the beginning of the next plan year.

**Qualifying Events are also a good time to review your beneficiary designations!