Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 is here here from Monday, May 5 to Friday, May 9 and many businesses are offering freebies, discounts, deals in the united States for the Teachers, from free food to exclusive discount
When Is Teacher Appreciation Week 2025?
- Teacher Appreciation Week: May 5–May 9, 2025
- National Teacher Day: Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Free Food & Restaurant Deals for Teachers
Chipotle Teacher Giveaway
Chipotle is giving away 100,000Chipotle is giving away 100,000 free burrito e-gift cards to teachers and healthcare workers.
How to claim: Enter the sweepstakes by May 12 and verify your status through ID.me.
Tim Hortons Donut Deals
Tims Rewards members can activate these Teacher Appreciation Week offers:
- BOGO Free Donuts
- Buy a Dozen, Get 6 Free
- Note: Available at participating U.S. locations via the Tim Hortons app or website.
Sonic Drive-In App Deals
Teachers using the Sonic App can score
- $1.99 Double Cheeseburger
- Buy One, Get One Sonic Blast
- Free Side with Purchase
- Sign up for the SONIC Teachers’ Circle to access these deals.
McDonald’s Free Drink Offer
On May 6, participating McDonald’s in Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri offer:
- Free soft drink, sweet tea, or drip coffee With valid teacher ID. Check local participation.
McAlister’s Deli Free Tea
From May 5–12, teachers get:
- Free tea or half-tea/lemonade with any purchase Just show a valid school ID.
Buffalo Wild Wings Discounts
Get 20% off dine-in orders at select locations through May 12 with a valid school ID.
Bonus deal: Some locations offer $1 for six boneless wings with a burger purchase.
Whataburger Free Breakfast
From 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. through May 9, teachers can get a free breakfast item by showing school ID. Plus: Whataburger is giving $1,000 classroom grants to 75 educators!
Atomic Wings Free Meal
On May 6 only, enjoy:
- Free 5-piece boneless wings and fries Dine-in only with school ID.
Chick-fil-A Local Deals
Some locations are offering daily freebies. Example from an Orlando location:
- May 5: Free Waffle Fries
- May 6: Free Sausage Biscuit (6:30–10:30 a.m.)
- May 7: Free Cookie
- May 8: Free Nuggets (5-ct)
- May 9: Free Hash Browns
Offers vary—check your local Chick-fil-A.
Raising Cane’s Teacher Giveaway
Through May 9, teachers can enter to win:
- An all-expenses-paid vacation
- $1,000 classroom makeover Winners will be randomly selected after registration.
Retail & Classroom Supply Discounts
Staples
- Free Tru Red Stick Pens
- 20% off in-store purchases Show teacher ID to qualify.
Office Depot & OfficeMax
Earn 30% back in Bonus Rewards on in-store purchases made during Teacher Appreciation Week.
Michael’s Teacher Discount
Educators get 15% off entire purchase, including sale items.
Crayola
Use code EDUCATORS to get 20% off select teacher gift ideas at Crayola.com.
Lenovo
Teachers get an extra 5% off sitewide on laptops, tablets, accessories, and more. Verify your status at checkout.
Samsung
Through the Samsung Education Program, verified educators receive exclusive discounts on phones, tablets, appliances, and electronics.
Cole Haan
Teachers receive 20% off online purchases by registering with a school email.
J. Crew
Educators can enjoy 15% off both in-store and online purchases after registering on J.Crew’s website.
Travel & Vacation Perks for Teachers
Cheap Caribbean Hero Discount
Save $150 off all-inclusive vacations (5 nights or more) with the Hero Discount, available to teachers, nurses, and first responders.
Ford Virtual Test Drive
Take a virtual test drive by May 7 and earn a $50 DonorsChoose gift card to fund classroom projects.
NEA Member Deals
The National Education Association (NEA) offers year-round discounts on travel, shopping, and entertainment. Members should check the NEA Benefits site for Teacher Week promos.
How to Maximize These Teacher Appreciation Deals
- Bring a valid school ID.
- Download loyalty apps (like Sonic, Tim Hortons, McAlister’s).
- Register early for sweepstakes and rewards programs.
- Check local store participation, especially for Chick-fil-A and McDonald’s offers.
Celebrate Educators This Week
Teacher Appreciation Week is more than a collection of freebies—it’s a national moment to say thank you to the educators shaping our communities. Whether you’re a teacher yourself or know someone who is, don’t miss out on these incredible offers.
Share this guide with your school or community—let’s make sure every educator gets the recognition they deserve!
