Every May, we celebrate teachers and the wonderful things they provide for our nation’s children. If you’re a teacher, THANK YOU! If you know a teacher, pass on these great deals to help show your appreciation for everything they do. Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4–8, 2026, so act fast and have your teacher ID handy to access these great perks! Note that some of these deals are only available during Teacher Appreciation Week, while others are offered year-round, so even after May 8th, it’s worth bookmarking this list and coming back to it!

Food & Drinks

  1. Applebee’s: T.L. Cannon-operated Applebee’s locations offer teachers a free dessert (Triple Chocolate Meltdown, Cinnabon Mini Swirls, Sizzlin’ Butter Pecan Blondie, Caramel Apple Pie, or Brownie Bite) with valid school ID. Teachers also receive a BOGO entrée voucher for future use and 15% off online catering.
  2. Aroma Joe’s: Swing by for a free 24-ounce drink — just flash your teacher ID.
  3. Atomic Wings: Teachers get a free chicken sandwich. Available for dine-in only.
  4. Bravo Italian Kitchen: Place a catering order and earn a $20 bonus card.
  5. Brio Italian Grille: Same deal as Bravo — catering orders come with a $20 bonus card.
  6. Bruegger’s Bagels: Everyone gets 20% off e-gift cards. A great way to treat a deserving teacher to breakfast! + usually offers a free medium drip or iced coffee with any purchase for teachers and educators with a valid school ID.
  7. Buffalo Wild Wings: Historically, educators receive 20% off their order with a valid teacher ID.  Check with your local restaurant for 2026 participation!
  8. Burger King: Historically offers free fries with any purchase during Teacher Appreciation Week.
  9. Chipotle: Head to teacherthanks.chipotle.com to enter for a chance to win a free entrée.
  10. Eddie Merlot’s: Historically offers a free dessert with any entrée when you show your teacher ID.
  11. Firehouse Subs: Register your teacher ID in the Firehouse Subs app for BOGO sub deals during Teacher Appreciation Week.
  12. Freddy’s: Teachers historically get a free mini single-topping ice cream sundae on Teacher Appreciation Week. Just show your school ID!
  13. The Greene Turtle: Dine in with your teacher ID and enjoy a free meal (up to $15).
  14. Grimaldi’s Pizzeria: Pizza lovers rejoice! Show your teacher ID for 15% off your order.
  15. Happy Joe’s: Teachers historically get 20% off orders with a valid teacher ID.
  16. Hat Creek Burger Company: Typically offers a free Little Hat Burger on the house during Teacher Appreciation Week.
  17. Insomnia Cookies: Typically offer a BOGO deal on Teacher Appreciation Week. Check in with your local store!
  18. Logan’s Roadhouse: Show your teacher ID for 20% off your entrée.
  19. Marble Slab: Typically offers special discounts, such as 20% off or BOGO small ice creams for educators with valid school ID
  20. McAlister’s Deli: Show your teacher ID for a free drink — choose from sweet tea, unsweetened tea, half & half, or lemonade.
  21. Original ChopShop: Typically offers 10% off dine-in or to-go orders when you show a valid teacher ID.
  22. Salata Salad Kitchen:Educators get 15% to 20% off their full in-restaurant meal with a valid ID. This promotion applies to customizable salads and wraps during appreciation week. Check in with your local restaurant first!
  23. Shake Shack: Head in with your school ID for a free milkshake — you’ve earned it.
  24. Shipley Do-Nuts: Historically offer a free half-dozen donuts during Teacher Appreciation — no purchase necessary! Check in with your local store to make sure they participate in TA 2026!
  25. Smoothie King:Typically get 20% off any in-store purchase with your teacher ID during Teacher Appreciation Week.
  26. Sonic: Download the Sonic app and join the Teachers’ Circle for exclusive deals and free food items.
  27. Sullivan’s Steakhouse: Historically offers a free dessert with a purchased meal when you show your teacher ID.
  28. Texas Roadhouse: Usually offers 10% off your entire bill — just present your school ID at the table. Check in with your local restaurant first!
  29. Tiff’s Treats: Warm cookie deliveries? Yes please. Teachers typically enjoy 15% off cookie orders. Check in with your local store.
  30. Tijuana Flats: Eat in or carry out — educators get 20% off with a valid employee ID.
  31. Vitality Bowls:Fuel up! Teachers receive 20% off all orders with a valid teacher ID.
  32. Whataburger: Show your school ID for a free breakfast entrée on May 7, 2026, from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. local time. What a way to start the day!
  33. WOB Bar & Kitchen: Spend at least $40 and get 25% off your entire bill with your teacher ID.

Fashion & Apparel

  1. Adidas: Treat your feet! Enjoy 30% off comfortable shoes through the Adidas educator discount.
  2. Bonobos: Men’s style upgrade? Educators save up to 20% off via SheerID verification.
  3. Cole Haan: Teachers get 20% off online purchases — just use a valid school email address to verify.
  4. FlutterHabit: Verify your educator status through ID.me for 30% off FlutterHabit products.
  5. Hanes: Comfy lounge clothes for those well-deserved lazy weekends — teachers (including retirees!) get 10% off.
  6. J. Crew: Get 15% off both in-store and online purchases with educator verification.
  7. L.L. Bean: Save 10% on your order with the student and teacher discount program.
  8. Madewell: Teachers get 15% off both online and in-store — great time to refresh that wardrobe.
  9. ModCloth: Educators can enjoy 20% off clothing via ID.me verification.
  10. Pvolve Fitness: Love a good workout? Teachers get 30% off everything at Pvolve.
  11. Reebok: Educators save up to 30% off online purchases through the SheerID Heroes Discount Program.
  12. Tarte Cosmetics: Teachers get 40% off all purchases year-round once you verify your educator status.
  13. Under Armour: Teachers get 20% off purchases with educator verification.
  14. Vineyard Vines: Stock up on something new with 15% off everything for verified teachers.

Tech & Electronics

  1. Apple: Teachers can save up to $200 on computers and accessories through the Apple Education Store.
  2. Dell: Enjoy 10% off select computers and electronics through Dell’s education pricing.
  3. Samsung: Save up to 30% on eligible mobile products — including Galaxy phones, tablets, laptops, and accessories — through Samsung’s Education Offers Program.
  4. DocFly: Educators get 10 free file downloads per month to edit, merge, and sign PDFs online — no software needed.

Health, Wellness & Fitness

  1. Headspace: Teachers get a FREE annual Headspace subscription with a valid school email. Stress relief, on us.
  2. The Parking Spot:Teachers already get 10% off every day, but in May that jumps to 25% off any reservation. Plan that summer trip!

Books, Supplies & Classroom

  1. Barnes and Noble: Full-time teachers save up to 25% on classroom purchases through the B&N Educators program.
  2. Books-a-Million:Sign up for a BAM Educator’s Card to get 20% off classroom purchases.
  3. Box Tops for Education: Scan your first receipt on the Box Tops app and earn a $5 bonus for your school.
  4. Crayola: Use code “EDUCATORS” for 20% off at the Crayola Experience.
  5. Half Price Books: Educators enjoy 10% off all orders — great for stocking that classroom library.
  6. Joann: Craft lovers, this one’s for you! Teachers save 15% on every Joann purchase, plus watch for special giveaways throughout the year.
  7. Office Depot / OfficeMax: Join the Star Teacher program for 10% back on ink, toner, and paper, plus 1% back on nearly everything else.
  8. Personalization Mall: Get up to 30% off personalized teacher gifts — great for treating yourself or a colleague.
  9. Staples: Enroll in Classroom Rewards for 5% back on purchases. Plus, get 20% off in-store during Teacher Appreciation Week.
  10. EXPO Wet Erase Markers: 55% off ($8.97, originally $19.99)
  11. Paper Mate InkJoy Ballpoint Pens: 36% off ($7.99, originally $12.49)
  12. Paper Mate Flair Nature Escape Scented Pens: 27% off ($18.28, originally $24.99)
  13. Paper Mate Clearpoint Mechanical Pencils: 25% off ($15.49, originally $20.63)
  14. Paper Mate Profile Gel Pens: 12% off ($10.99, originally $12.44)
  15. Paper Mate InkJoy Gel Pens – Fashion Barrels: 11% off ($13.39, originally $14.99)
  16. Paper Mate InkJoy Fashion Wrap Pens: 11% off ($13.39, originally $14.99)
  17. EXPO Dry Erase Markers: 7% off ($12.99, originally $13.99)

Home, Travel & Lifestyle

  1. 1-800-Flowers: Send yourself (or a fellow teacher!) a little love — save up to $15 on select Teacher Appreciation arrangements and gifts.
  2. Academy Sports and Outdoors: Educators get 10% off during Teacher Appreciation Week. Great time to stock up on outdoor gear.
  3. Budget Rental: Planning a summer move? Get 20% off local moves and 15% off one-way moves with code TEACH.
  4. Cheap Caribbean: You deserve a vacation! Teachers get $150 off their next Caribbean getaway.
  5. Costco: New members get a $20 gift card when signing up online with a school email address.
  6. Eyemart Express: Teachers, faculty, and school staff get 20% off all purchases with a valid school ID.
  7. Hilton: Special summer travel discounts available at select hotels and resorts. Check Hilton’s educator offers page for details.
  8. Home Chef: Exclusive deal for teachers: 50% off your first meal kit box and 10% off every box after that.
  9. Stanley: Teachers save on Stanley drinkware and cookware with a valid school ID through ID.me.

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If you know a teacher, make sure to share this list and remind them how much they’re appreciated. If you ARE a teacher — enjoy every single one of these perks. You’ve earned them all!