Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 offers massive discounts and giveaways nationwide
Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 brings free food, deals and big rewards (Illustrative photo: Getty Images)
Teachers across the USA are in for a well-deserved treat this week as businesses roll out special deals and giveaways in celebration of National Teacher Appreciation Week, according to USA Today.
Exclusive perks and free food await teachers this week
From May 6 to May 9, 2025, educators across the US are being celebrated with a generous spread of freebies and discounts as National Teacher Appreciation Week continues.
National Teacher Day falls today, Tuesday, May 6, giving teachers an extra reason to treat themselves.
Restaurants like Chipotle, Sonic, Whataburger, and Smoothie King are serving up free meals or deep discounts, while brands such as Staples, Samsung, and Petlibro are offering savings on everything from school supplies to tech and pet products.
For instance, Chipotle is giving away free burritos to 100,000 randomly selected teachers who verify their status through ID.me.
"It is quite impossible to give teachers monetary compensation alone that will repay for their devotion," Eleanor Roosevelt once said — a message that still resonates in 2025 as these nationwide efforts honor educators.
Chains like McAlister's Deli are offering free drinks, and several Hilton properties in Florida are promoting summer deals for teachers.
Other perks include free desserts from restaurants like Eddie Merlot's and Sullivan's Steakhouse, gift card bonuses, and even raffle entries for vacation prizes or goodie bags from the Museum of Illusions.
Why Teacher Appreciation Week matters more than ever
First launched by the National PTA in 1984 and supported by the NEA, Teacher Appreciation Week traces its origins to 1953 when Eleanor Roosevelt successfully urged Congress to dedicate a day to honor teachers.
In today's climate, that recognition feels more important than ever.
According to a 2024 Pew survey, 77% of teachers report that their work is "frequently stressful," and over 30% say they don't feel appreciated.
Despite these challenges, most educators remain committed to their students and their mission.
To further show support, Horace Mann Educators Corporation has expanded the celebration into a full month of virtual events, weekly prize drawings, and two $2,500 travel gift card giveaways.
Public sentiment is also on the educators' side — 73% of parents gave their children's teachers high marks in a 2023 Gallup poll, rating them "excellent" or "good."
As National Teacher Day unfolds and Teacher Appreciation Week continues, it's the perfect moment to say thank you to those who dedicate themselves to shaping the future.
