Teacher Appreciation Week Freebies and Offers 2024

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See the Teacher Appreciation Week Deal Roundup here!

We're celebrating teachers this week – May 6th thru May 10th. Teacher's Appreciation Day is May 7th. There's quite a few offers this year for our educators. Deals may differ by location and are only at participating stores – we always suggest calling ahead before you leave the house. You'll need your ID to redeem the offers below. We'll keep you updated if more offers pop up.

Teachers enjoy your week – it's well deserved!

Restaurant Deals:

Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant – 20% discount at all locations on May 2 for teachers and staff. Dine-in only.

Chick-fil-a – Teachers who present a valid school ID at participating locations will have their choice of either a free chicken biscuit or chicken sandwich.

Buffalo Wild Wings – From Monday, May 6, to Sunday, May 12, teachers and school staff get 20% off their orders with valid IDs on dine-in, call-in, and walk-in orders.

Firehouse Subs – The sandwich chain has a week of specials available starting Monday through its Firehouse Rewards loyalty program and app including (on Wednesday) BOGO Hook & Ladder Subs and (on Friday) two medium sandwiches for $12 or two large sandwiches for $18.

Golden Corral – Teachers get 20% off a buffet purchase May 6 – May 10.

Insomnia Cookies – Enter for a chance to win 1 of 5 $250 cookie catering packages this new Insomnia Cookies “Thanks To You” Sweepstakes! Limit one entry per person (ends May 13th). Plus all teachers and school staff who show their ID get a free cookie all week.

McAlister's – Teachers can get a FREE 32oz. iced tea in-store only. Valid May 6th – May 12th. Must show ID.

McDonalds – Teachers and staff get a free breakfast this Teacher Appreciation Week.

OnCue – Teachers get a FREE large size self-serve drink May 6th thru 10th. Show ID to cashier when checking out.

Peter Piper Pizza – Teachers can get a free personal pizza every day Monday through Friday (May 6-10). Redemption is limited to once per day; valid teacher or nurse ID/credentials must be shown.

Potbelly – During Teacher Appreciation Week, Potbelly will be giving teachers a free cookie or regular-sized soft drink when they purchase an entrée. Valid thru 5-12

S&B Burger Joint – Teachers get 25% off May thru 10th.

Sonic – Educators enrolled in the Sonic Teachers’ Circle Rewards program can take advantage of several deals starting Monday, May 6, to May 20; they include BOGO free Sonic Blast, BOGO free entrée, free Sonic cheeseburger with any purchase, free Large Drink or Slush with any purchase, or free small side with any entrée. The Sonic Teachers Rewards Program is a free rewards program exclusively available for educators through the SONIC app! ⭐

TGI Fridays Friday Feast and Teachers Eat Free

TGI Friday – May 7th, all day long, all teachers who dine-in at participating TGI Fridays can receive a FREE meal from the selections below. Just present your school ID to redeem offer.
* Cheeseburger with Seasoned Fries
* Crispy Chicken Tenders with Fries & Coleslaw
* Half Rack of Ribs with choice of side
* Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken
* Half portion of Cajun Chicken & Shrimp Pasta

Whataburger – School employees can get a free Taquito, Breakfast on a Bun, or Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. local time Monday, May 6, to Friday, May 10 with ID.

Zaxby's – Teachers can buy one Boneless Wings Meal and get a second one free on May 7 at participating locations (redeemable through the Zaxby's app or website for Zax Rewardz members, while supplies last).

Retail and Entertainment:

Adidas – Teachers with verified status enjoy an exclusive discount of 30% at adidas.com and in-store or 20% off at factory outlet stores

Apple – At the Apple Education Store, teachers can get up to $200 off computers and accessories.

AT&T – NEA members receive 15% off cell phone service.

Branson – WonderWorks Branson is celebrating all that local educators do for the community by offering teachers and educational support staff free admission to their attraction throughout May 2024. Local and visiting teachers – plus educational support staff – can register online for a voucher to receive free admission. With the voucher, teachers will also receive a 50% off coupon for up to four guests to join them

Costco – For a limited time, teachers can join Costco as a new member and receive a $20 Costco Shop Card. Just head on over here to verify your eligibility through SheerID.

Hanes – Get an additional 10% off Hanes, Champion, OneHanesPlace and JustMYSize

J. Crew – Get 15% discount to all teachers and college students when they shop in-store and show a valid school ID at checkout.

JoAnn Fabrics – Eligible teachers, home school teachers and childcare providers can sign up for a Free discount card to save 15% off every in-store and online purchase

Lakeshore – Thru 5-12, all teachers can get 50% off 1 non-sale item in-store or online. Use code 4183 at checkout if shopping online.

Michaels – Teachers can get 15% off their entire purchase. Some stores may be offering 20% discount this week. See associate for details.

Reebok – As a verified teacher, you are qualified for a discount on shoes and apparel of up to 50% from Reebok.

Samsung – Thru the Education Offers Program, teachers and educators can save up to 30% off on laptops, tablets, smartphones and more when shopping on Samsung.com.

Staples – Classroom Rewards program From Sunday, May 5, to Saturday, May 11, teachers can get free supply kits at Staples stores; kits include markers, pens, pencils, and glue. (20 kits per store while supplies last; limit 1 per teacher with teacher ID.) Teachers also get 20% off in-store purchases with their teacher ID at checkout.

Verizon – Teachers can apply for special deals online through Verizon's discount page.