Teacher Appreciation Week 2025, observed from May 5 to May 9, is a time to honor the dedication and hard work of educators across the United States. Businesses nationwide are offering a plethora of deals, discounts, and freebies to show gratitude to teachers. This comprehensive guide compiles the best offers available, ensuring educators can make the most of this special week.
Restaurant deals & freebies
Numerous restaurants are offering exclusive deals for teachers during this week:
- Chipotle: Giving away 100,000 free burrito e-cards to teachers who sign up and verify their employment status via ID.me by May 12. (delish)
- Sonic Drive-In: Members of the Sonic Teachers’ Circle can access exclusive offers, including free snacks and BOGO deals, from May 5 through May 9.
- McAlister’s Deli: Offering a free Big Tea to teachers and nurses from May 5 through May 12 with a valid ID.
- Burger King: Providing a free Whopper Jr. with any $1 purchase on May 6 to teachers.
- Whataburger: Teachers can enjoy a free breakfast entrée from May 5 to May 9 between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m. with a valid teacher ID.
- Applebee’s: Offering a free appetizer (up to $12 value) with the purchase of an entrée to teachers who present a valid ID.
- Buffalo Wild Wings: Providing a 20% discount on dine-in and call-ahead orders for educators with valid school IDs.
- Einstein Bros. Bagels: Offering 20% off all gift card purchases through June 24.
- La Madeleine: Teachers can get a BOGO bakery item on May 6 via the Bonjour Rewards app.
- Shipley Do-Nuts: Providing a free half-dozen donuts to teachers from May 4 through May 6, no purchase necessary.
- Shake Shack: Offering a free milkshake with any in-store purchase to teachers who show a valid school ID.
- Potbelly: Teachers can receive a free cookie or regular-sized fountain drink with the purchase of any entrée from May 5 through May 11.
️ Retail & tech discounts
Beyond food, several retailers and tech companies are offering significant discounts:
- Staples: Providing 20% off in-store purchases and a free 12-pack of red pens to teachers presenting a valid ID through May 11.
- Office Depot/OfficeMax: Teachers can earn 30% back in Bonus Rewards on qualifying purchases with the Teacher Exclusive Coupon.
- Samsung: Offering up to $800 off on select products through their Education Offers Program, available to teachers who verify their status via ID.me.
- Adobe: Providing a 60% discount on the Creative Cloud All Apps plan for educators who verify their eligibility.
- Apple: Offering special education pricing on Macs and iPads through the Apple Education Store.
- Lenovo: Teachers can enjoy an extra 5% off sitewide on laptops, tablets, and accessories.
- Cole Haan: Providing a 20% discount on online purchases to educators who verify their status with a valid school email address.
- Crayola: Offering 20% off all products listed on the Teacher Gift Ideas category page using the code “EDUCATORS” during checkout.
- Joann Fabrics: Educators can save 15% on every purchase by registering with Joann’s Teacher Rewards Program.
- Adidas: Offering 30% off at adidas.com and in-store, plus 15% off at factory outlet stores for teachers.
- Michaels: Teachers receive 15% off their entire purchase, including sale items, by registering for the Michaels Rewards program.
- Crocs: Providing a 15% discount on all full-priced styles online for educators who verify their status.
- J.Crew: Offering teachers an extra 20% off full-price items in stores and online when shopping with a valid ID.
Travel & entertainment offers
Teachers can also enjoy discounts on travel and entertainment:
- Hilton and Embassy Suites (Florida Locations): Offering special promo codes for teachers to enjoy discounted stays.
- Museum of Illusions: Providing free admission to all U.S. locations for teachers, along with a raffle for goodie bags.
- The Parking Spot: Offering a 25% discount on parking services to teachers at locations in 22 cities across the country.
- Cheap Caribbean: Providing an exclusive Hero Discount for teachers, allowing them to save $150 on all-inclusive getaways of 5 nights or more.
Contests & giveaways
Several organizations are hosting contests and giveaways for educators:
- Horace Mann Educators Corporation: Offering weekly prizes and two $2,500 Liberty Travel gift cards as part of their Teacher Month Expansion.
- Edmentum: Hosting a Teacher Appreciation Giveaway where three lucky winners will receive a $500 gift card to their choice of Amazon or Target.
Creative ways to celebrate teachers
Beyond taking advantage of deals, here are some thoughtful ways to show appreciation:
- Handwritten Notes: Encourage students to write heartfelt letters expressing gratitude.
- Classroom Supplies: Organize a donation drive for essential classroom materials.
- Decorate Classrooms: Surprise teachers by decorating their classrooms with banners and posters.
- Host a Luncheon: Arrange a special lunch or breakfast for teachers to enjoy.
Teacher Appreciation Week is a meaningful opportunity to recognize the invaluable contributions of educators. By participating in these deals and expressing gratitude, we can collectively honor the dedication and impact of teachers across the nation.
