Hi Dolls! This week I am celebrating “Teacher Appreciation” and for the first time I am taking full advantage of all of the perks that are being offered to teachers in appreciation of our dedication to education! I think it’s pretty safe to say that I can now call myself a “Veteran teacher” as I have been teaching well over 10 years! Whew! To be honest, I never imagined I would ever get to that point! I hadn’t planned on being a teacher when I first went off to college but now that it’s my reality, I’ve embraced it and can honestly say that I enjoy what I do!

Teacher Appreciation Day was yesterday and I posted via Instagram, several places including Chipotle and Chick Fil-A, who honored teachers on their special day but there are a few establishments who will be recognizing teachers the entire week. I’ve listed some of my favorites below. For all of my fellow teachers reading this, definitely check them out in your area and allow yourself to be “appreciated”! Teaching is not for the faint at heart and you deserve it! Don’t forget your teacher ID’s! If you aren’t a teacher, please share with your teacher friends and families!

1.) Tijuana Flats: Teachers will receive a Free Entree on Wednesday, May 8th. (Exceptions steak and fish dishes)
2.) Zaxby’s: BOGO deals Monday-Friday (Wed: BOGO House Zalad, Thur: BOGO Boneless Wing Meal. Fri: BOGO Big Zax Snak Meal)
3.) Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen: Through Friday, teachers dining in can get a free appetizer with the purchase of an adult entree.
4.) Metro Diner: through Friday, teachers get 20% off of their bill.
5.) Pei Wei: through Friday, teachers get 33% off of their bill.

7.) Sonic Drive-In: From now through May 31st, get a free Route 44 drink or slush with purchase when ordering on the restaurant’s app with promo code TEACHERS.
8.) Bruegger’s Bagels: Teachers get a free medium drip or iced coffee with any purchase through Friday.
9.) Brixx Wood Fired Pizza: Through Friday, teachers get a BOGO pizza with their school ID.
10.) Buffalo Wild Wings: Through Friday, teachers get 20% off of their meal when they dine in.

Besides food, their are some other retail establishments honoring teachers. Some of the best ones I saw are listed below!
1.) Banana Republic & LOFT: Given to teachers year round, make sure you bring your teacher ID for 15% off of your purchase in store.
2.) Apple: With teacher ID , save up to 15% on a computer, or $150-$200 off computers, upgrades, and accessories.
3.) Amazon: If you have an .edu work email address, teachers who sign up for Amazon student will get 6 months of Amazon Prime for free along with other special discounts and incentives.
4.) West Elm: Receive 15% off of your furniture purchase with teacher ID.
5.) Costco: Receive $75 in discounts when you sign up as a new member.

There are so many businesses who love to show their adoration and love for teachers during Teacher Appreciation week and beyond! I only included a few but they are some great ones! If you were able to read this blog post, be sure to thank a teacher!
As always, thank you so much for stopping by! Have a wonderful remainder of your week!
XOXO