Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6th – 10th, 2024, and during this week, teachers get some awesome freebies and deals!
Cafes are handing out free or discounted coffee, and stores offer discounts on classroom goodies. Some restaurants even dish out free meals or sweet deals just for educators. It’s like a big thank-you hug from businesses for all the hard work teachers put in. It’s pretty cool to see teachers getting the recognition they deserve, reminding us all how important they are not just this week but all year long.
Here are freebies and deals I found for teachers (in Minnesota & beyond).
NOTE: Check before you visit as not all deals are available at all locations.
Applebee’s – If you’re on their email list, check your email! They have a deal – Visit your Applebee’s from April 29th – May 11th for a free appetizer! Must show school badge and mention this deal (show the above image).
Buffalo Wild Wings – From Monday, May 6th, to Sunday, May 12th, teachers and school staff get 20% off their orders with valid IDs on dine-in, call-in, and walk-in orders.
Caribou Coffee – 10% off your purchases May 6-10 with ID!
Potbelly Sandwich Shop – Teachers (and nurses) get a free cookie or fountain drink with entree purchase when you show your work ID.
Sonic – SONIC Teachers’ Circle members can redeem the following delicious deals anytime between May 6th and May 20th with any 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
TGI Fridays – On Tuesday, May 7th, teachers with a valid school ID can select TGI Fridays locations can choose a free meal from this list of options (dine-in only):
- Cheeseburger with Fries
- Crispy Chicken Tenders with Fries & Coleslaw
- Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken
- Half Rack of Ribs with choice of side
- Half portion of Cajun Chicken & Shrimp Pasta
Attractions:
SeaQuest in Roseville – Teachers and educators get a FREE Annual Passport, alongside all of its perks:
🧸 10% off of all Gift Shop items year round!
🦦 FREE premium animal interaction during your birthday month!
🎟️ FREE admission for you and immediate family members!
🎉 20% off birthday parties and premium interactions!
SEA LIFE Aquarium at the Mall of America – Teacher and Bus Driver Appreciation Days are May 5- 12. Teachers and school bus drivers, thank you for all the tireless work you do! Please enjoy a visit to the aquarium with FREE General Admission during May 5-12, 2024. Any accompanying family and friends will receive $5 off General Admission tickets. To redeem, please show proof of employment (like an employer or school ID badge) at our Guest Service Desk. Offer is available onsite only and subject to capacity limits
National:
Staples – Staples is giving away a free teacher supply kit to teachers who show an ID at participating U.S. stores between May 4-11th. Hurry – they have a limited number per store. Also, teachers can also get 20% off in-store purchases with a teacher ID between May 5-11th.
Stitch Fix – Stitch Fix is giving educators $50 credit to refresh their wardrobe. Through May 12th, go to stitchfix.com/teachers to verify credentials and get a promo code to use before June 30th.
Check back for updates!
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