Teacher Appreciation Freebies + Discounts

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  • Staples

From May 5 to May 11, Staples is offering free teacher supply kits while supplies last (there are only 20 kits at each participating store, so get there ASAP). Each kit includes:

  • 2 Expo dry-erase markers

  • 1 Sharpie permanent marker

  • 2 Sharpie highlighters

  • 2 Paper Mate ballpoint pens

  • 8 Paper Mate woodcase pencils

  • 2 Paper Mate erasers

  • 1 Elmer’s glue stick

  • 1 Elmer’s liquid school glue

Just show your school ID to be eligible. Even if you miss the free supply kit, Staples is giving teachers 20% off in-store purchases all week when you show your ID at checkout.

  • McAlister’s Deli

From May 6 through May 12, teachers can get a free 32-oz. tea from McAlister’s Deli, no other purchase necessary. The promo works for any kind of tea — sweet, unsweet, half-and-half, or an Arnold Palmer — and all you have to do is flash your school ID. (The free tea is for nurses as well, so bring your healthcare friends.)

  • Applebee’s

From now until May 13, teachers can get any appetizer ($12 and under) for free with the purchase of an entree at Applebee’s. The offer is only good for dine-in meals, and you’ll need to show your teacher ID. This promo is valid for nurses too, in honor of National Nurses Day.

  • Firehouse Subs

With a valid school ID, teacher can enjoy a free medium sub with the purchase of another medium or large sub, chips, and a drink.

  • Sonic

Sonic Teachers’ Circle is a free rewards program available through the Sonic App. If you’re a K through 12 teacher or faculty or staff at a university, you’re eligible to sign up. Do so before May 6, 2024, and you’ll have access to all these rewards between May 6 and May 20 (when you make a qualifying purchase):

  • Buy one Sonic Blast, get one free

  • Buy one entree, get one free

  • Free Sonic cheeseburger with any purchase

  • Free large drink or slush with any purchase

  • Free small side with entrée purchase

  • Zaxby’s

On May 7 only, teachers will receive a free boneless wings meal with the purchase of another boneless wings meal. The offer is good in-store at participating locations and redeemable through the Zaxby’s app or web ordering.

  • Buffalo Wild Wings

From May 6 to 12, teachers will receive 20% off their bills. Bring your school ID with you to confirm you’re eligible.

  • Stitch Fix

This online personal styling service is giving all U.S.-based educators a $50 Stitch Fix credit to find some new closet essentials and refresh their work (or weekend) wardrobes. Head to stitchfix.com/teachers to verify your teaching credentials and receive your unique promo code via text or email. Get your code between now and May 12, and use it before June 30. This offer works whether you’re an existing Stitch Fix customer or a newbie to the service.

  • A Free Margaritavilla Cruise

Um, who doesn’t want a free three-day, two-night cruise to the Bahamas? Teachers are among the heroes honored by the cruise line for their Heroes Sail Free promotion. The offer is valid for new bookings made before December 31st, 2024.

  • Home Chef

If you’ve wanted to try the meal service but never gone through with it, now is the time. Teachers who are first-time Home Chef customers can get 50% off their first order and 10% off every box after that. Sign up on their website and enter the promo code EDU50 when you check out.

  • Canva Pro

Canva is kind of the best for designing cute worksheets, presentations, flyers, and more. Canva Pro is free for K through 12 teachers. All you have to do is get verified to start your Pro plan online.

  • Adobe

We’re not paying full price for essential software either, educators! Get Adobe’s Creative Cloud for just $19.99 a month (as opposed to $59.99).

  • Hotels.com

Need a vacay? Hotels.com gives educators 10% off of all of their bookings.

  • Jo-Ann

You’re going to need new supplies at some point, if you don’t already, so remember this for later. Teachers save 15% on purchases all year long at Jo-Ann.

  • Michaels

Educators also get 15% off any purchase at Michaels. It’s nice to see craft stores offering some savings to teachers who often pay for their classroom supplies themselves.

  • Headspace

If meditation is your jam (or you think you might need to try it), the Headspace app offers free access to K through 12 teachers so you can find your zen.

  • Samsung

Do not pay full price for your tech, teachers. You can save up to 30% on laptops, tablets, and other items on Samsung.com.

  • Apple

Apple’s education store provides up to $200 off certain computers for students of all grade levels, and teachers from kindergarten through university (and homeschool teachers, too).

Sam's Club Membership Only $25!

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Sam’s Club has so many amazing finds!

I also love using Scan N Go, which is an easy way to shop and bypass the lines!

Plus, Sam’s Club Offers a 100% Membership Satisfaction Guarantee!

Simply let Sam’s Club know if at any time you are unsatisfied with your Sam’s Club membership and they will not only cancel your membership but also provide you with a full refund of the amount paid for your current year’s membership fee – so you really have nothing to lose!

  • Get 2% back in Sam’s Cash for in-club purchases

  • Free shipping on most Sam’s Club items on SamsClub.com

  • Free curb-side pickup at Sam’s Club

  • Early Access to Sam’s Club Flash Deals & Exclusive Offers

  • Early Shopping Hours

  • Additional Savings for Sam’s Club Pharmacy, Optical, & Same Day Delivery

  • Bonus offers for shopping at other stores, dining at restaurants, and travel discounts with Sam’s Club’s partners!

  • Ends May 31, 2024!

Get a Sam’s Club membership for only $25!

Cinco de Mayo Freebies 2024- May 5, 2024

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  • 7-Eleven: This year, 7-Eleven has a deal for 10 mini beef tacos for $2 for 7Rewards members. The deal is available now through May 5.

  • Abuelo’s: Take advantage of the all-day drink specials at Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant. You can sip on $5 Grande Mexican draft beer or the $5.95 Flag Margarita on Cinco de Mayo.

  • Acapulco Restaurant & Cantina: Celebrate the holiday at Acapulco Restaurant & Cantina. From 3 pm to 8 pm, customers can get food and drink deals for as low as $4.

  • Bahama Breeze: Typically, Bahama Breeze has a margarita deal for $5. The restaurant also hosts Happy Hour with half-priced appetizers from 4 pm to 6 pm every day.

  • Bar Louie: Bar Louie is advertising a Rock & Rita Martini this month. The cocktail is made with Grand Marnier, Teremana Resposado, agave, orange and lime. For every drink that is sold, the restaurant is donating $1 to the charity No Kid Hungry whose mission is to end childhood hunger.

  • bartaco: Take advantage of the taco packs at bartaco. Feeding up to 8 people, you can take your pick of carne or veggie taco fillings and fresh toppings. Complete your order with a margarita!

  • Blaze Pizza: Last year, Blaze Pizza offered double points for Blaze Rewards members and free delivery on May 5. We’ll let you know if this deal returns in 2023.

  • Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. with $6 frozen margaritas and a shrimp and fries basket for $5.

  • California Pizza Kitchen: Typically, California Pizza Kitchen rolls out its Fresh Agave Lime Margarita drink for just $5 on May 5. Check to see if your local restaurant will be offering this deal.

  • Chevys Fresh Mex: Starting at 3 pm on Cinco de Mayo, customers can get discounted margaritas, beers, shots and taco specials at Chevys Fresh Mex. The restaurant will also have live music!

  • Chili’s: Chili’s is featuring the Presidente Margarita, Henny ‘Rita and Patron Blackberry Margarita in honor of Cinco de Mayo. Better yet, you can get free chips and salsa as a rewards member.

  • Chipotle: Chipotle has a special deal for Cinco de Mayo. The fast-casual Mexican restaurant has a $0 delivery fee through May 5 with the code CINCO23. The code is available starting May 1.

  • Chuy’s: Don’t miss the drink specials at Chuy’s. Upgrade to the Grande ‘Rita for $2, get an extra pour of tequila for just $1 or try the limited-time Tito’s Frozen Lemonade on May 5.

  • Del Taco: You can get two free tacos when you sign up for the Del Yeah! Rewards program at Del Taco — the perfect freebie for May 5.

  • El Torito: If you live near an El Torito restaurant, stop by on May 5 from 3 pm to close to take advantage of discounted tacos, margaritas, beer, shots and live entertainment.

  • Hungry Howie’s: Last year, customers could use the code CINCO to get a medium pizza with one topping for just $5.55 on Cinco de Mayo.

  • Joe’s Crab Shack: At Joe’s Crab Shack, you can get a deal on the Joe’s Premium Shaker Margarita. Pair your drink with the Mahi Mahi fish tacos topped with a delicious avocado lime dressing.

  • Moe’s Southwest Grill: Become a Moe’s Rewards member to get 5X rewards points on Cinco de Mayo. The restaurant also has catering deals for Cinco de Mayo 2023.

  • On The Border: Every Thursday leading up to Cinco de Mayo, On The Border will be featuring $4 beer and $5 bites. On Friday, May 5, customers can get the Cinco ‘Rita for $6.

  • Taco Bell: You can’t go wrong with Taco Bell. If you spend $20 or more through Grubhub, you can get a free order of Nacho Fries. Taco Bell Rewards members get free stuff all the time.

  • Taco Cabana: In 2022, Taco Cabana hosted Margaritapalooza where customers would choose from 12 amazing margarita flavors on May 5 for just $2 each.

  • Taco John’s: Take advantage of the two for $5 deal at Taco John’s. You can try the Chicken Quesadilla tacos topped with grilled chicken and a queso sauce.

  • TGI Fridays: TGI Fridays has been known to offer $5 margaritas and $5 shots on Cinco de Mayo.