National Teachers' Day: Deals, discounts and free stuff for educators
LOS ANGELES - It's time to celebrate all the incredible teachers in your life.
This week is Teacher Appreciation Week, with National Teachers' Day falling on Tuesday, May 7.
Businesses and brands across the country are offering discounts and freebies to teachers all week long to show their appreciation, but Tuesday is the biggest day for educators to score deals.
Check out the list below for some of the best deals for teachers and educators this week.
Discounts
Adobe
Teachers can take up to 80 percent off Adobe products, and this deal isn't only during Teacher Appreciation Week — it's offered all year round.
Amazon
Teachers with an .edu email address can receive a free 6-month Amazon Prime Student membership, which includes free 2-day shipping, unlimited streaming of TV and movies, access to Prime Music, unlimited photo storage with prime Photos, and discounts on textbooks.
Apple
Visit the Apple Education Store to get up to $200 off Apple products and applications.
Barnes & Noble
Join the B&N Educators program to receive 25 percent off the publishers list price on all purchases for the classroom on Educator Appreciation Days, and 20 percent off the rest of the time.
Crayola
From 10 a.m. May 6 until 10 a.m. May 13, take 15 percent off the entire website with the promo: THANKYOU.
Grimaldi's Pizzeria
May 6-10, teachers can take 15 percent off orders at locations in all 42 markets. Know an absolutely incredible teacher who deserves something extra? Nominate them for a free pizza party.
Lenovo
Teachers receive up to 20 percent off on ThinkPad and IdeaPad products.
Metro Diner
May 6-10, take 20 percent off with valid ID.
Michaels
15 percent off in-store purchases for teachers with a valid ID.
MOD Pizza
On May 7, teachers are eligible for buy-one-get-one on MOD-size pizza or salad. Valid in-store only, and teachers must present a valid ID.
Office Depot & Office Max
On May 7, take 20 percent off on most classroom supplies. Available in-store only, and teachers must present a valid ID.
PDQ
On May 7, teachers get 50 percent off their entire purchase with valid ID.
P.volve Fitness
$20 off monthly streaming service and an additional 20 percent off equipment purchases.
Staples
Join the Teachers Rewards program for 2 percent back on all purchases.
West Elm
Take 15 percent off with valid ID.
Freebies
Applebee's Grill & Bar
On Monday, May 6, some Applebee's locations are offering free lunch or dinner for teachers with a valid ID. The promotion varies by location, though, so be sure to call your local Applebee's for details.
Bruegger's Bagels
All week long, teachers with a valid ID can get a free medium drip or iced coffee with any purchase.
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
All week teachers get a free appetizer with purchase of adult entree.
Chik-Fil-A
On May 7, teachers can get a free sandwich between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. with a valid ID. The promotion is only available at certain locations, so call your local franchise for details.
Chipotle
On May 7 from 3 p.m. to close, educators can take advantage of a buy-one-get-one deal on bowls, burritos, and taco meals. Available in-store only.
Cici's
Teachers get free adult buffet with valid school ID on May 7.
The Greene Turtle
When teachers dine in on May 7, they'll receive a free meal (value up to $14) with the presentation of a valid ID.
McAlister's Deli
Teachers with a valid ID get a free sweet tea all week long.
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes
Text TEACH to 97455 for a coupon for a free burger with purchase of fries and a drink or shake, redeemable on Wednesday May 8. Available for dine-in only with a valid school ID.
Nando's PERi-PERi
Teachers get a free flame-grilled chicken meal on May 7.
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
From May 6-12, teachers are eligible for a free sandwich with purchase of a sandwich of equal or higher value.
Raising Cane's
From 6-9 p.m. on May 7, teachers can get a free box combo with a valid ID.
Roy Rogers
Teachers' purchases come with a free milkshake or dessert all week.
Salata Salad Kitchen
Friday, May 10, teachers with a valid ID can get a free salad or wrap with the purchase of one of equal or higher value.