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Teacher Appreciation Week is here: Check out these educator freebies, discounts and more

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Special education teacher surprised for Teacher Appreciation Week
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ByGMA Team
May 05, 2025, 8:51 PM

Educators are truly the heartbeat of communities across the country.

To celebrate them, Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 runs from May 5 to 9, with National Teacher Day falling on Tuesday, May 6.

Educators are being honored nationwide with a variety of special deals and discounts across a handful of retailers.

From food and beverage deals to tech deals and more, check out some of the top discounts we found below.

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Tech Discounts

Staples: Educators presenting a valid teacher ID can receive 20% off in-store purchases and a free 12-pack of red pens through Sunday, May 11.

Office Depot and OfficeMax: Teachers can earn 30% back in Bonus Rewards on qualifying purchases with the Teacher Exclusive Coupon.

Apple: Educators can access exclusive discounts on Mac and iPad products through the Apple Education Store.

Other retail discounts

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Cole Haan: Educators can enjoy a 20% discount on online purchases by verifying their status with a valid school email address.

Crayola: Teachers can receive 20% off all products listed on the Teacher Gift Ideas category page by using the code "EDUCATORS" during checkout.

Joann Fabrics: Educators can save 15% on every purchase by registering with Joann's Teacher Rewards Program.

Adidas: Adidas is offering 30% off at adidas.com and in store, plus 15% off at factory outlet stores.

Michaels: Teachers receive 15% off their entire purchase, including sale items, by registering for the Michaels Rewards program.

Crocs: Crocs is offering 15% off all full-priced styles online for educators.

J.Crew: J.Crew is offering teachers an extra 20% off full-price items in stores and online when shopping with a valid ID.

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Food and beverage deals

Whataburger: From May 5 to 9, teachers can enjoy a free breakfast entree between 5 and 9 a.m. with a valid school ID.

Sonic Drive-In: Members of the Sonic Teachers' Circle rewards program can access exclusive offers, including a free snack or side with purchase from May 5 through 9.

Applebee's:Teachers presenting a valid ID can receive a free appetizer (up to $12) with the purchase of an entree through Saturday, May 10.

Buffalo Wild Wings: Educators with valid school IDs can enjoy 20% off dine-in and call-ahead orders through Tuesday, May 6.

Insomnia Cookies: From May 6 through 12, teachers can receive one free classic cookie with proof of employment, no purchase necessary.

Chipotle: Chipotle is planning to give away $1 million in free entrees. Educators can enter for a chance to win a free entree e-card now through May 12 by registering at TeacherThanks.chipotle.com.

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