Teacher's Appreciation Deals 2024

Alright, y'all! For those who've been following along for a while, you know what time it is. Here's the updated list of Teacher Appreciation Week Deals for this year. If you discover more deals, feel free to email me at brandisfoodiediary@gmail.com or slide into my DMs on IG at @brandisfoodiediary.

Celebrating my 16th year of teaching, I'm thrilled to help you find a deal that makes the end of the year a little easier. Remember, you're making a profound impact—your hard work is appreciated, and you truly make a difference.

Pro Tips for Deal Hunting:

  • Always carry your School ID to redeem deals.

  • Confirm participation and specific offers before visiting, as they can vary by location.

  • Don't hesitate to ask about Teacher Appreciation specials, even at places without advertised deals. Sometimes, you might snag an unexpected discount or freebie!

  • Remember, deals may vary by franchise, so checking details is key.

Stay inspired and keep making a difference, one student at a time!

Applebee’s (offers vary by location)-10% off OR free main course (varies by location) to educators and school faculty during Teacher Appreciation Week

Bloom Cafe Dallas-Teachers and Nurses will get 15% off your entire order May 6-10

Buffalo Wild Wings- Teachers get 20% off orders

Galleria Dallas-Complimentary skating during public skating hours

Gator Pit BBQ-Special Meal pricing Tuesday through Friday ranging from $8-$10.

Golden Corral- Teachers will get 20% off one adult buffet purchase May 6-10

Insomnia Cookies-Teachers get a free classic cookie May 6-12

Krispy Kreme-get a free dozen donuts for the staff room when you join Krispy Kreme Rewards by May 11.

Lubellas Patisserie-Special $15 box that includes 3 mini tarts and a cake truffle and a coupon for a free coffee.

McAlister’s Deli-Free tea for teachers

McDonalds-all deals vary by location

MOD Pizza-Buy One Get One Free MOD size pizza or any salad for Teachers and Nurses May 6-9th

RaceTrac- Free medium coffee May 6-10

Raising Cane’s-10 teachers will receive an all expenses paid summer vacation. Enter at raisingcanestasweepstakes.com

Ricky’s Hot Chicken (Richardson, Arlington, Plano)- Each location honoring a free meal May 6-10 for teachers and nurses

Salata- Get 20% off your order May 7th

Shake Shack-Enjoy a handspun shake May 6-12

Shells and Tails 2 Geaux-Teachers receive 15% off entire purchase May 6-10

Smoothie King-Teachers can get $2 off their smoothies May 6 and 7 with promo code THANKS2024

Sonic-Teachers, Enroll in the SONIC Teachers’ Circle for access to a variety of rewards throughout the week.

Texas de Brazil-20% off your entire table with Teacher ID (offer also available to military, firefighters, nurses and law enforcement)

TGI Fridays-May 7th teachers who dine in can receive one free entrée (from a select menu)

The Salty Donut- 15% off through Sunday

Whataburger-Choice of a free Taquito with cheese, Biscuit Sandwich or Breakfast on a Bun 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. Monday through Friday May 6-10

If there is a deal you are aware of that should be added to the list email it to brandisfoodiediary@gmail.com
Below are deals from previous years. To my knowledge some of the previous deals have been discontinued.

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Below are a few deals from previous years in case those places will be doing their deals again. A great rule of thumb is to always ask places if they do anything special for teachers. Sometimes they’ll offer you a discount on the fly, or throw in something extra for you, even if it is not the policy of that business.

Disclaimer: All Deals are Subject to Verification for Local Store Participation and Valid School ID Presented. This list will be updated as I become aware of new deals.

Alley Cats Entertainment: 1 hour of Free Bowling of up to 5 people (shoes included) in Arlington or Hurst May 6-May 12

Buffalo Wild Wings: 20% off orders Monday through Friday

Cookie Society: One free catering size Sugar Cookie May 4th 11am-6pm

Costco: Teachers can join as a new member and receive a $20 Costco Shop Card.

Crazy Brotherz: Special pricing on select menu items through May 14th.

DSW: With coupon 20% off regular priced items and 10% off clearance items May 3-7 (must be on DSW email list to receive coupon)

Flying Horse Cafe: Free upgrade on your drink

Frankie’s (Downtown Dallas): Teachers get 10% off their check May 3-May 7 (Does not include gratuity or alcohol) Dine In Only

Freebirds: Discounted boxed lunches which includes a Freebird Burrito with chips, salsa and a chocolate chip cookie May 3-12

Insomnia Cookies: May 3-May 9 Teachers get a free classic cookie (no purchase necessary) OR free six-pack with any $5 purchase

McAlister’s Deli: Free tea Monday through Friday

McDonald’s: Free Breakfast (only at participating locations) May 3-May 8 and Free McFlurry Tuesday via mobile app (check local stores for additional deals)

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes: Monday through Wednesday get $3 off $10 or more purchase on the MOOYAH Rewards App or online order using coupon code THANKS

Qdoba: Entree and Drink 1/2 off every Tuesday year round (Arlington, TX location please call to verify other locations participation)

Shells and Tails 2 Geaux: 15% off entire purchase May 3-7 (Nurses get 15% off May 6-12)

Social House Restaurant & Bar: May 3-7 1/2 off all apps and your first drink is $1

Sonic: Through May 9th use promo code TEACHERS at checkout online or in the app for a free large drink or slush with any purchase

Staples: Teachers get 20% off in-store purchases May 209 with valid School ID

Zaxby’s: Buy One Get One Big Zax Snak Meal Thursday while supplies last

ITEMS BELOW ARE FROM 2019. I am only including the previous list in case some places will be offering their deal again this year and I haven’t been able to verify it yet. It never hurts to ask.

Teachers are the ones who shape the world. We teach the skills necessary to succeed in every area of life. Whether you are a lawyer, doctor, architect, minister or any field there is, your journey as been impacted by a teacher. This is my 12th year teaching and I will say that I've never been more ready for a summer break than now. I love the administrators at my school and I love the staff that I work with, but that has not stopped me from feeling the pressure and stress that comes along with the job. Last year I read an article about the number of teachers who have to take prescriptions or are using alcohol to self medicate due to work related stress. Teachers please know that all of your work is not in vain, and there are some amazing companies who recognize your efforts. Below is a list of places offering Teacher Appreciation Week deals. Some of these deals are year round.

**IMPORTANT**Please check with locations to verify. Most require you to bring valid teacher ID (and most recognize home school teachers). If you know of a place that needs to be added please comment below or e-mail me at brandisfoodiediary@gmail.com . 

Be sure to follow Brandi's Foodie Diary on IG.

***Check back throughout the week as this list will be updated with any new deals***

Applebees

Free lunch or dinner on May 6th at participating locations

Bay 34th Street

See restaurant for details

Belfiore Spa & Salon

25% off all salon services during Teacher’s Appreciation Week

Brickhouse Burger

Teachers receive 15% off their purchases year round

Buffalo Wild Wings
20% off dine in only during Teacher’s Appreciation Week

Cafe Brazil

Year round enjoy a 20% discount off your purchase

Cheddars

May 6th through 10th teachers get a free appetizer with the purchase of an adult entree

Chick Fil A

Carrier location in Grand Prairie will offer a free chicken biscuit during breakfast or a free chicken sandwich during lunch/dinner on Tuesday May 7th only. (offers differ by location so call other Chick Fil A locations for their offers)

Chipotle

May 7th BOGO for teachers, faculty and staff 3pm to close at participating locations

CiCi’s Pizza

May 7th teachers get a free buffet at participating locations

Cotton Patch

Teachers who show a valid teacher ID get 20% off May 6th through 10th

Dallas Symphony Orchestra

50% off concert tickets now through the month of June

Eatzi’s Market & Bakery

May 6th through 10th get 20% off your purchase

El Fenix

Receive a free appetizer with entree purchase May 6th through 10th

Killer Tattoo Shop (In Oak Cliff)

Teacher discount $75 hour with valid ID

Fajita Pete’s

$1 margarita OR $1 taco May 6th through 10th

Freebirds

May 6th through 10th $10 per person taco bar for teachers and school administrators (call ahead to verify location participation)

Grapevine Wine Tours
15% discount to all school employees (active/retired public/private) on any lunch or dinner tour between May 3rd or May 12th with valid ID. Use code TEACH2019 For reservations, call 817.259.WINE (9463) or visit grapevinewinetours.com.

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria

May 6th through 10th get 15% off your order

Hopdoddy

Teachers get a free small shake Tuesday with valid teacher ID

IHOP

Deals vary by location call ahead to verify deal

Italian Cafe

Free Dessert May 6th-10th

Kessler Baking Studio
Buy one get one free on bags of shortbread cookies

Luna Grill

Teachers get 20% off any order May 6th through 11th with valid ID

Mai Good Eats

Receive $1 off purchases during the week of Teacher’s Appreciation Week

MOD Pizza

50% off a pizza OR salad at participating locations on May 7th with valid teacher ID

MOOYAH Burger

Text TEACH to 97455 and get a coupon for a free burger with the purchase of fries and a drink or shake to redeem on Wednesday with valid school ID

PDQ

50% off your check on May 7th at all PDQ locations

Pei Wei

May 6th through 10th teachers get 33% off regular entrees for in restaurant purchases

Piada Italian Street Food

May 6th through 10th buy one get one free piada, pasta or salad when you buy one at regular price

Pluckers

Teachers get a free appetizer and half price glasses of wine on Friday

Potbelly Sandwich Shop

All teachers get a buy-one-get-one offer May 6th through 12th

Raising Cane’s

Free box meal for teachers on May 7th 6pm to 9pm

Salata

On Friday, May 10, Salata will extend a buy-one-get-one offer to all teachers who show their professional identification badges at Salata as a way to thank them for their invaluable roles in growing and fueling the minds of children.

Sauce Pizza & Wine
15% off your entire order through Friday May 10th for all teachers, staff and faculty

Shells and Tails 2 Geaux

During Teacher’s Appreciation Week receive 25% off any item

Slim Chickens

May 7th students and teachers get 20% off your order. Anyone with a valid school ID will also receive a free cookie (at participating locations)

Snuffers
Free appetizer with the purchase of an entree through Friday May 10th (appetizer must be $6.79 or less. All cheddar fries excluded)

Sonic Drive In

May 7th through 31st get a free Route 44 drink or slush with purchase when ordering on Sonic’s app with promo code TEACHERS

Sweetsie Bakery

May 6th-10th receive 25% off all purchases with valid ID

Texas De Brazil
20% discount on lunch or dinner for heroes (military, law enforcement, firefighters, nurses, EMS, and teachers. US locations only Excludes major holidays)

The Daiquiri Shoppe

Receive a $4 16oz daiquiri with any full meal purchase. Limist 2 per teacher with ID 3pm to close May 6th through 10th

World of Beer

Free Sam Adams or Angry Orchard Cider OR $5 off your bill

Adobe Education Store:
Save Up to 80% Off Adobe products if you are a student or for personal use by teachers (homeschools included), administrators, and school staff on their personally owned computers.

Banana Republic
Year-Round Discount:
At Banana Republic, Teachers and Student receive 15% Off any full-priced purchases every day.  All you need to do is show a valid student or teacher ID.

Barnes & Noble
Year-Round Discount:
With the Barnes & Noble Teacher Appreciation program, you can save 20% off the publisher’s list price every day on all purchases for classroom use. PLUS get up to 25% off the publisher’s list price during Educator Appreciation Days.

Crayola Experience
Year-Round Discount:
Teachers receive Free Admission to the Crayola Experience every day with valid ID.

Fed Ex
Year-Round Discount:
FedEx Office appreciates teachers, professors, faculty and staff members 15% off on most products and services at participating FedEx Office nationwide.

Half Price Books
Year-Round Discount:
Half Price Books supports educators, school teachers and librarians in the community with an Educator Discount Card to save 10% off, all year round!

JoAnn Fabric & Craft Store
Year-Round Discount:
FREE Teacher Rewards discount card that gives you 15% off every purchase when you sign up!  Your card will arrive in 3-4 weeks. You’ll also receive a bonus coupon for 20% off any one total purchase when you enroll or re-enroll in the program. And they also have a FREE Lesson Planner just for fun.

Loft
Year-Round Discount:
The LOFT Rewards Teachers with a 15% Off Discount they can use every single day. They also offer special teachers-only sweepstakes opportunities and fun teacher appreciation nights! Homeschool Teachers are included too, but the 15% Off Discount is only good on Full-Price Merchandise.

Michael’s Craft Store
Year-Round Discount:
Michael’s Appreciates Teachers with a coupon for 15% off your entire in-store purchase. Must sign up in store with valid ID. This offer includes sale items. Michael's usually offers 40% off coupons. Check to see if these offers can be combined. 

Party City
Year-Round Discount:
All schools can get discounts of up to 20% off (certain restrictions apply).

Sea World:
SeaWorld San Antonio SeaWorld San Antonio is pleased to offer Texas credentialed Pre-K-12 school teachers a FREE SeaWorld Card that provides unlimited admission to SeaWorld San Antonio.

The Teacher Card is good from the time of redemption through January 5, 2020. Receive UNLIMITED admission to SeaWorld San Antonio and experience all the rides, shows, animal encounters, and attractions. You'll also get to experience special events such as Inside Look, Seven Seas Food Festival, Howl-O-Scream, SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration and much more! Teachers can add Aquatica to their Teacher Card for $30 at Guest Services.