Overview:
Teacher Appreciation Week, observed May 4–8 with Teacher Appreciation Day on May 5, traces its origins to the early 1940s when Arkansas teacher Mattye Whyte Woodridge advocated for formally recognizing educators.
This upcoming week of May 4-8 is Teacher Appreciation Week, with Teacher Appreciation Day being May 5th. According to the nonprofit TCEA, Teacher Appreciation Week originated in the early 1940s, when Mattye Whyte Woodridge, a teacher from Arkansas, lobbied political and educational leaders to advocate for a day honoring teachers.
Scroll down for the businesses (both large and small) offering discounts and freebies.
Apple
At the Apple Education store, teachers can get up to $200 off computers and accessories!
Applebees
When you show your teacher ID, you get a free appetizer (up to $12) with any entree purchase.
Aroma Joe’s
On National Teacher Appreciation Day (May 5, 2026), they are offering a free 24oz iced drink. Valid educator ID is required at participating locations.
Book-a-Million
Get 20% off classroom purchases. Sign up for the BAM Educator’s Card!
Bravo Italian Kitchen
Celebarte Teacher’s and Nurse’s Appreciation Week with a 20% Savings on Catering orders!
Brio Italian Kitchen
Teachers, come down to Brio for the appreciation you deserve! From May 3rd through May 7th, you will receive 20% of when you Dine In with us. Present a valid teacher ID to receive 20% off your order! Click the link in our bio for more details.
Buffalo Wild Wings
20% discount with a valid teacher ID
Costco
Costco is giving teachers a $20 gift card when they sign up for a new Costco Club Membership.
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse has an Awesome Achievement Program that helps elementary school teachers reward students for great achievements and behavior. Students who earn “Awesome Achiever” status will get a certificate that can be redeemed for a free Snickers Pizookie and a silicone bracelet. Teachers can sign up for the program here.
Burger King
Show your teacher ID for free fries with any purchase during Teacher Appreciation Week.
Chipotle
The restaurant is giving away $1 million in free food. Enter at this link for your chance to win a Free Chipotle e-card with a promo code for an entrée.
Crayola
Get 20% off items from the Gifts for Teachers page using the code EDUCATORS.
Eddie Merlot’s
Eddie Merlot’s is offering a promotion featuring a free chicken sandwich, fries, and a drink for educators. This offer is part of Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4–8, 2026) celebrations, with specific deals often available at various locations. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Einstein Bros. Bagels
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Einstein Bros. Bagels is offering a 20% discount on online gift card purchases.
Firehouse Subs
Register your teacher ID and place your order using the Firehouse Subs app to receive BOGO sub deals during Teacher Appreciation Week.
FlutterHabit
Take 30% off FlutterHabit’s products through ID.me
Freddy’s Frozen Custard
Freddy’s offers educators a free single-topping mini sundae. Teachers and school staff must present a valid school ID at participating locations for dine-in or drive-thru orders.
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria is offering 15% off all orders for teachers and nurses nationwide. Valid from Monday to Friday, this discount applies to both dine-in and takeout, requiring a valid school or workplace I.D..
Happy Joe’s
20% off orders with a valid teacher ID during May 4-8.
Hat Creek Burger Company
Free Little Hat Burger with a valid teacher ID on May 6.
Hilton
Receive special discounts for summer travel at six Florida hotels and resorts. Book through the links provided using the code indicated, and present your teacher ID at check-in for validation.
- Hilton Cabana Miami Beach Resort: 20% off, waived resort fee, free valet, and $100 food & beverage credit. Use code P1 (June 1 – Sept. 1).
Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa: 20% off, free parking, and daily food/beverage credit. Use code PL5 (thru Sept. 1).
Hawks Cay Resort and Villas (Duck Key): Up to 15% off current rates for teachers.
AC Hotel Miami Aventura: Features a “Just for Teachers” rate with up to 25% off.
Maingate Lakeside Resort (Kissimmee): Special educator rates starting at $45/night.
Galleria Palms Hotel (Orlando): Features a 15% off Teacher Appreciation Rate.
Westgate Resorts (Various locations): 10% off best available rates using code EDUCATORS10
Insomnia Cookies
BOGO Classic Cookies for teachers with a valid ID.
Logan’s Roadhouse
20% off an entree with a valid teacher ID, May 4-8.
McAlister’s Deli
Show your teacher ID for a free sweet tea, unsweet tea, half & half, or lemonade from May 4-8.
Noodles & Company
15% off catering orders of $150 or more, May 4-8.
Office Depot/Office Max
30% back in Bonus Rewards on a qualifying in-store purchase.
Original ChopShop
10% off dine-in or to-go orders with a valid teacher ID, May 4-8.
Reebook
Teachers can receive 50% off (online only) as part of their “Heroes Discount Program”.
Salata Salad Kitchen
From May 4-8, Salata will offer 20% off the meal for educators and healthcare professionals who show a valid ID in-restaurant. Salata is also offering double points on catering orders of $200 or more, available exclusively for educators and healthcare facilities.
Samsung
Through Samsung’s Education Offers Program, teachers and educators can save up to 30% on eligible mobile products such as the Galaxy S25 series, Galaxy Tab S10 series, Galaxy Book5 series, Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Z Fold6, accessories and more.
In addition, schools can receive the following incentives:
- $300 off the Interactive Display (model: WAD), Samsung’s first Google EDLA-certified classroom display
- $620 off the award-winning 27-inch ViewFinity S9 monitor
- $300–$360 off the 34-inch curved ViewFinity S65VC and S65TC monitors
Shake Shack
Present your school ID for a free milkshake.
Staples
Join their Classroom Rewards Program and earn 5% off future purchases.
Shipley Do-Nuts
Free half-dozen donuts for teachers May 4-6, and no purchase necessary!
Smoothie King
20% off in-store purchase with teacher ID, May 4-8.
Sonic
Join the Teachers’ Circle using the Sonic app and enjoy various deals and free food items available from May 5-9.
Staples
20% off in-store purchase with a valid teacher ID and a free 12-pack of Tru Red pens. (May 4-10)
Stitch Fix
Stitch Fix is celebrating teachers by offering all U.S. educators 25% off their first Fix to discover new items to refresh their wardrobe.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
Free dessert with the purchase of an entree; show your teacher ID May 5-9
Texas Roadhouse
10% off your total bill when you present your school ID
Tiff’s Treats
15% off cookie orders with code 15TIFFS from May 5 to May 9
The Greene Turtle
Free meal (up to $15) for teachers who dine in on May 6 with a valid school ID
Tijuana Flats
20% off dine-in or carryout purchase with valid employee ID and promo code NURTEA25
The Parking Spot
While teachers receive a 10% discount every day, The Parking Spot is increasing the discount to 25% for any reservation made using this link in May for travel through the end of 2025.
Whataburger
Show your school ID for a complimentary breakfast entree from May 5-9, 5 am to 9 am.
Do You Have ID.Me account? If not, register and verify as an educator for discounts.
These deals include the following:
- Adidas: 25% off full price items and sales
- ContactsDirect: 20% off plus free shipping
- Crocs: 15% off
- GE Appliances Store: Up to 43% off MSRP and free delivery over $399
- Glasses.com: 50% off lenses plus free shipping
- Kendra Scott: 15% off
- Stanley: 30% off
- TaylorMade: 15% off
