It’s that time of year again! Y’all, this year has truly drained me. Why didn’t anyone warm me about teaching Seniors AND being the Senior class sponsor? I don’t know about you, but I’m in need of all of the appreciation I can get. You know that finding the newest Teacher Appreciation Week Deals is one of the highlights of my blog. This is now my 16th year of teaching. I hope that you are able to find a deal below to help you get through the final push of the year. Know that you are making a difference in this world. Your hard work is not in vain. You are appreciated.
Be prepared to show your School ID to redeem deals. Confirm participation and products before your visit. ALWAYS ask if a place has a Teacher Appreciation Week special (whether you see something advertised or not). Sometimes places that don’t have a deal will still give you a discount or freebie on the fly. Dates and Deals might vary by franchise.
Applebee’s (offers vary by location)
20% off to educators and school faculty during Teacher Appreciation Week
Free appetizer with an entrée up to $14 in value
Casa Del Vegano
Teachers enjoy 15% off May 9th-12th
Insomnia Cookies
Teachers get a free classic cookie or free six pack with any $5 purchase Monday through May 12th
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice
Free small menu item for all educational staff May 2nd
McAlister’s Deli
Free tea for teachers and nurses May 3-May 10
McDonalds
One FREE breakfast Sandwich OR Medium Premium Roast or Iced Coffee May 8-12
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes
Free little MOO Shake w/ any purchase 5/1-5/6
PJ’s Coffee
20% off at the North Dallas location
The Salty Donut
15% off in store orders May 1-May 14 (for teachers and nurses)
Sonic
Teachers, Faculty and other school staff get a free cheeseburger with any purchase. Enroll in the SONIC Teachers’ Circle for reward.
Texas de Brazil
20% off your entire table with Teacher ID (offer also available to military, firefighters, nurses and law enforcement)
Vegan Food House
Teachers enjoy 15% off May 9th-12th
Whataburger
Choice of a free Taquito with cheese, Biscuit Sandwich or Breakfast on a Bun 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. Monday through Friday May 8-12
Whisk Crepes & Cafe
Receive 20% off your order when you show your teacher ID May 1-12 Monday through Friday
If there is a deal you are aware of that should be added to the list email it to brandisfoodiediary@gmail.com
Below are deals from previous years.
Below are a few deals from previous years in case those places will be doing their deals again. A great rule of thumb is to always ask places if they do anything special for teachers. Sometimes they’ll offer you a discount on the fly, or throw in something extra for you, even if it is not the policy of that business.
Disclaimer: All Deals are Subject to Verification for Local Store Participation and Valid School ID Presented. This list will be updated as I become aware of new deals.
Alley Cats Entertainment: 1 hour of Free Bowling of up to 5 people (shoes included) in Arlington or Hurst May 6-May 12
Buffalo Wild Wings: 20% off orders Monday through Friday
Cookie Society: One free catering size Sugar Cookie May 4th 11am-6pm
Costco: Teachers can join as a new member and receive a $20 Costco Shop Card.
Crazy Brotherz: Special pricing on select menu items through May 14th.
DSW: With coupon 20% off regular priced items and 10% off clearance items May 3-7 (must be on DSW email list to receive coupon)
Flying Horse Cafe: Free upgrade on your drink
Frankie’s (Downtown Dallas): Teachers get 10% off their check May 3-May 7 (Does not include gratuity or alcohol) Dine In Only
Freebirds: Discounted boxed lunches which includes a Freebird Burrito with chips, salsa and a chocolate chip cookie May 3-12
Insomnia Cookies: May 3-May 9 Teachers get a free classic cookie (no purchase necessary) OR free six-pack with any $5 purchase
McAlister’s Deli: Free tea Monday through Friday
McDonald’s: Free Breakfast (only at participating locations) May 3-May 8 and Free McFlurry Tuesday via mobile app (check local stores for additional deals)
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes: Monday through Wednesday get $3 off $10 or more purchase on the MOOYAH Rewards App or online order using coupon code THANKS
Qdoba: Entree and Drink 1/2 off every Tuesday year round (Arlington, TX location please call to verify other locations participation)
Shells and Tails 2 Geaux: 15% off entire purchase May 3-7 (Nurses get 15% off May 6-12)
Social House Restaurant & Bar: May 3-7 1/2 off all apps and your first drink is $1
Sonic: Through May 9th use promo code TEACHERS at checkout online or in the app for a free large drink or slush with any purchase
Staples: Teachers get 20% off in-store purchases May 209 with valid School ID
Zaxby’s: Buy One Get One Big Zax Snak Meal Thursday while supplies last
ITEMS BELOW ARE FROM 2019. I am only including the previous list in case some places will be offering their deal again this year and I haven’t been able to verify it yet. It never hurts to ask.
Teachers are the ones who shape the world. We teach the skills necessary to succeed in every area of life. Whether you are a lawyer, doctor, architect, minister or any field there is, your journey as been impacted by a teacher. This is my 12th year teaching and I will say that I've never been more ready for a summer break than now. I love the administrators at my school and I love the staff that I work with, but that has not stopped me from feeling the pressure and stress that comes along with the job. Last year I read an article about the number of teachers who have to take prescriptions or are using alcohol to self medicate due to work related stress. Teachers please know that all of your work is not in vain, and there are some amazing companies who recognize your efforts. Below is a list of places offering Teacher Appreciation Week deals. Some of these deals are year round.
**IMPORTANT**Please check with locations to verify. Most require you to bring valid teacher ID (and most recognize home school teachers). If you know of a place that needs to be added please comment below or e-mail me at brandisfoodiediary@gmail.com .
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***Check back throughout the week as this list will be updated with any new deals***
Free lunch or dinner on May 6th at participating locations
See restaurant for details
25% off all salon services during Teacher’s Appreciation Week
Teachers receive 15% off their purchases year round
Buffalo Wild Wings
20% off dine in only during Teacher’s Appreciation Week
Year round enjoy a 20% discount off your purchase
May 6th through 10th teachers get a free appetizer with the purchase of an adult entree
Carrier location in Grand Prairie will offer a free chicken biscuit during breakfast or a free chicken sandwich during lunch/dinner on Tuesday May 7th only. (offers differ by location so call other Chick Fil A locations for their offers)
May 7th BOGO for teachers, faculty and staff 3pm to close at participating locations
May 7th teachers get a free buffet at participating locations
Teachers who show a valid teacher ID get 20% off May 6th through 10th
50% off concert tickets now through the month of June
May 6th through 10th get 20% off your purchase
Receive a free appetizer with entree purchase May 6th through 10th
Killer Tattoo Shop (In Oak Cliff)
Teacher discount $75 hour with valid ID
$1 margarita OR $1 taco May 6th through 10th
May 6th through 10th $10 per person taco bar for teachers and school administrators (call ahead to verify location participation)
Grapevine Wine Tours
15% discount to all school employees (active/retired public/private) on any lunch or dinner tour between May 3rd or May 12th with valid ID. Use code TEACH2019 For reservations, call 817.259.WINE (9463) or visit grapevinewinetours.com.
May 6th through 10th get 15% off your order
Teachers get a free small shake Tuesday with valid teacher ID
Deals vary by location call ahead to verify deal
Free Dessert May 6th-10th
Kessler Baking Studio
Buy one get one free on bags of shortbread cookies
Teachers get 20% off any order May 6th through 11th with valid ID
Receive $1 off purchases during the week of Teacher’s Appreciation Week
50% off a pizza OR salad at participating locations on May 7th with valid teacher ID
Text TEACH to 97455 and get a coupon for a free burger with the purchase of fries and a drink or shake to redeem on Wednesday with valid school ID
50% off your check on May 7th at all PDQ locations
May 6th through 10th teachers get 33% off regular entrees for in restaurant purchases
May 6th through 10th buy one get one free piada, pasta or salad when you buy one at regular price
Teachers get a free appetizer and half price glasses of wine on Friday
All teachers get a buy-one-get-one offer May 6th through 12th
Free box meal for teachers on May 7th 6pm to 9pm
On Friday, May 10, Salata will extend a buy-one-get-one offer to all teachers who show their professional identification badges at Salata as a way to thank them for their invaluable roles in growing and fueling the minds of children.
Sauce Pizza & Wine
15% off your entire order through Friday May 10th for all teachers, staff and faculty
During Teacher’s Appreciation Week receive 25% off any item
May 7th students and teachers get 20% off your order. Anyone with a valid school ID will also receive a free cookie (at participating locations)
Snuffers
Free appetizer with the purchase of an entree through Friday May 10th (appetizer must be $6.79 or less. All cheddar fries excluded)
May 7th through 31st get a free Route 44 drink or slush with purchase when ordering on Sonic’s app with promo code TEACHERS
May 6th-10th receive 25% off all purchases with valid ID
Texas De Brazil
20% discount on lunch or dinner for heroes (military, law enforcement, firefighters, nurses, EMS, and teachers. US locations only Excludes major holidays)
Receive a $4 16oz daiquiri with any full meal purchase. Limist 2 per teacher with ID 3pm to close May 6th through 10th
Free Sam Adams or Angry Orchard Cider OR $5 off your bill
Adobe Education Store:
Save Up to 80% Off Adobe products if you are a student or for personal use by teachers (homeschools included), administrators, and school staff on their personally owned computers.
Banana Republic
Year-Round Discount:
At Banana Republic, Teachers and Student receive 15% Off any full-priced purchases every day. All you need to do is show a valid student or teacher ID.
Barnes & Noble
Year-Round Discount:
With the Barnes & Noble Teacher Appreciation program, you can save 20% off the publisher’s list price every day on all purchases for classroom use. PLUS get up to 25% off the publisher’s list price during Educator Appreciation Days.
Crayola Experience
Year-Round Discount:
Teachers receive Free Admission to the Crayola Experience every day with valid ID.
Fed Ex
Year-Round Discount:
FedEx Office appreciates teachers, professors, faculty and staff members 15% off on most products and services at participating FedEx Office nationwide.
Half Price Books
Year-Round Discount:
Half Price Books supports educators, school teachers and librarians in the community with an Educator Discount Card to save 10% off, all year round!
JoAnn Fabric & Craft Store
Year-Round Discount:
FREE Teacher Rewards discount card that gives you 15% off every purchase when you sign up! Your card will arrive in 3-4 weeks. You’ll also receive a bonus coupon for 20% off any one total purchase when you enroll or re-enroll in the program. And they also have a FREE Lesson Planner just for fun.
Loft
Year-Round Discount:
The LOFT Rewards Teachers with a 15% Off Discount they can use every single day. They also offer special teachers-only sweepstakes opportunities and fun teacher appreciation nights! Homeschool Teachers are included too, but the 15% Off Discount is only good on Full-Price Merchandise.
Michael’s Craft Store
Year-Round Discount:
Michael’s Appreciates Teachers with a coupon for 15% off your entire in-store purchase. Must sign up in store with valid ID. This offer includes sale items. Michael's usually offers 40% off coupons. Check to see if these offers can be combined.
Party City
Year-Round Discount:
All schools can get discounts of up to 20% off (certain restrictions apply).
Sea World:
SeaWorld San Antonio SeaWorld San Antonio is pleased to offer Texas credentialed Pre-K-12 school teachers a FREE SeaWorld Card that provides unlimited admission to SeaWorld San Antonio.
The Teacher Card is good from the time of redemption through January 5, 2020. Receive UNLIMITED admission to SeaWorld San Antonio and experience all the rides, shows, animal encounters, and attractions. You'll also get to experience special events such as Inside Look, Seven Seas Food Festival, Howl-O-Scream, SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration and much more! Teachers can add Aquatica to their Teacher Card for $30 at Guest Services.