Teachers have until May 8 to get deals from Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, more
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Carly Sauvageau and Lori Comstock, USA TODAY NETWORKThu, May 7, 2026 at 6:12 PM UTC
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Teachers have until May 8 to get deals from Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, more
It's Teacher's Appreciation Week (May 4-8). National chains and local Reno businesses are honoring educators for the next few days with freebies and discounts.
Whether you're an educator looking for a meal deal or a teacher needing a full spa day, here's a look at what discounts and freebies you can take advantage of it you work for the Washoe County School District.
Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 deals, discounts and freebiesChick-fil-A -
Deal: Teacher freebie or discount, which may include a chicken sandwich, waffle fries or a drink (varies by location)
When: During Teacher Appreciation Week
Who qualifies: Teachers and school staff
How to redeem: At participating locations; a valid school ID may be required, and some offers may require ordering online, in-app or in-store
Target -
Deal: Teacher discount on a qualifying purchase (typically 10% off via Target Circle)
When: During Teacher Appreciation Week
Who qualifies: Verified teachers and school staff
How to redeem: Activate the offer through the Target Circle app after teacher verification
Classroom and office supply deals -
Deal: Teachers can save on classroom supplies, including 10% back at Staples through Classroom Rewards, 15% off at Michaels with a verified teacher discount, and ongoing educator discounts at Office Depot/OfficeMax and Scholastic
When: During Teacher Appreciation Week and beyond (varies by retailer)
Who qualifies: Teachers and school staff
How to redeem: Through retailer apps, rewards programs, and/or educator verification; availability may vary
Many of these ongoing teacher discounts are tracked by deal sites like The Freebie Guy.
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Chipotle -
Deal: Teacher Appreciation Week digital giveaway giving 100,000 teachers a free burrito e-card
When: During Teacher Appreciation Week, through May 12
Who qualifies: K-12 teachers (ID.me verification required)
How to redeem: Enter online at teacherthanks.chipotle.com; winners receive an e-gift card redeemable in-store, online, or in the app
McDonald's -
Deal: Teacher freebie or discount (varies by location)
When: During Teacher Appreciation Week
Who qualifies: Teachers and school staff
How to redeem: At participating locations; a valid school ID may be required
Applebee's -
Deal: Free appetizer (up to $12 value) or a free dessert with the purchase of an entree (available for nurses as well) at participating Nevada Applebee's in Carson City, Henderson, Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Reno and Sparks
When: May 4-8
Who qualifies: Teachers, school staff and nurses
How to redeem: Show a valid work ID and mention this offer
Buffalo Wild Wings -
Deal: 20% off meals for teachers and school staff with a valid ID
When: During Teacher Appreciation Week, through May 10
Who qualifies: Teachers and school staff
How to redeem: Dine-in, walk-in, or call-in orders at participating locations with a valid school ID
Insomnia Cookies -
Deal: Teacher Appreciation Week offer may include a free or buy-one-get-one cookie deal
When: During Teacher Appreciation Week
Who qualifies: Teachers and school staff
How to redeem: In-store or online at participating locations; a valid school ID may be required
Peet's Coffee -
Deal: Teacher Appreciation Week offer may include a free or discounted coffee or tea
When: During Teacher Appreciation Week
Who qualifies: Teachers and school staff
How to redeem: In-store at participating locations; a valid school ID may be required
Burger King -
Deal: Free fries with any purchase for teachers and school staff
When: During Teacher Appreciation Week
Who qualifies: Teachers and school staff
How to redeem: At participating locations; show a valid school ID
Reno Teacher Appreciation Week deals 2026
The Washoe County School District posted a list of local businesses that are offering educators discounts May 4-8, 2026.
"Unless otherwise stated, mention the offer and show your school or district ID badge to access these offers," WCSD said in the release.
Yogurt Beach: Buy one, get one free May 3-9
Royce Burger Bar: 25% discount May 3-9
10 Torr Distilling and Brewing: One $3 draft beer or a $5 draft cocktail per customer, May 1-31
Stella Coffee Company: 10% discount May 1-31
C's Mad Batter Cakery: 20% off, May 3-9
Sugar Blvd.: 20% off, May 1-31
Music for Emotions: Buy two months, get one free, May 4-8
Nevada Museum of Art: Free memberships for teachers year-round
National Automobile Museum: $3 admission, May 3-9
Yoga Loka: 10% off year-round
Yoga Pod Reno: $16 for drop-in classes, first week free, year-round
Reno Roots Head Spa: $99 head spa treatment in April and May
Jazzercise: One week free and 15% off memberships, redeem by June 1
Evoke: 10% discount year-round
Full Pedal: 25% off year-round, 35% off May 3-9
Rec Connect: 20% off memberships year-round
IM=X Pilates and Fitness: 15% off memberships year-round
Yoga Six: 20% off memberships year-round
Club Pilates: 10% off year-round
swët Fitness: 20% off membership or $99 happy hour 3:30 p.m. and later, year-round
Juice Box Yoga: $10 drop in, May 3-9
Anytime Fitness: 10% off year-round
Caughlin Athletic Club: $69 monthly memberships year-round
Kaia Fit: 10% off memberships year-round
Home Means Nevada Co.: 15% off apparel May 1-31
The Cheese Board: 10% discount May 3-9
Primrose MedicalBoutique: $50 off first visit (20 unit minimum) year-round
Barnes and Noble: 20% off year-round
Body in Knead: $10 off a 30-minute massage year-round
The Discovery Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum: Free admission May 3-9
Darkshot Coffee: 15% off May 1-31
Pigeon Head Brewery: Buy one, get one free 16 oz beer, May 1-31
Aesthetics Med Spa: $25 off any service over $100, May 1-31
Rolled Mountain Creamery: Buy two, get one free May 4-12
Reno Massage & Wellness: $10 off 60 or 90 minute massage and complimentary aromatherapy upgrade May 1-31
Desert Sun Bagel Company: 10% off year-round
Greater Nevada Credit Union: $250 bonus when opening a new checking account
South Reno Athletic Club: Use code "WASHOETEACH" for $59 off a membership
Infinity Fitness Studios: 50% off a 10-class pack and first class free if you book May 3-9
J. Crew Factory: 15% off in-store shopping year-round
Blaze Pizza: Free two topping 11-inch pizza, May 5-11
Puzzle Room: 20% off year-round
Sensology: 20% off year-round
Eagle Fitness: $0 enrollment, $14.95 monthly year-round
Plumb and Pine: 15% off one facial May 1-31
Pure Barre: $99 per month membership, annual membership includes two months free
Sweet Apple Yoga: $59 per month
The Refuge Spa: Tuesday-Thursday 20% off, Friday-Sunday 10% off
Atelier in Reno: 20% off any workshop when you use the code: EDUCATE20
Steamboat Hot Springs: 10% off standard 60-minute massage or 60-minute facial treatment, May 1-July 31
Handmade from the Heart: 15% off in-store purchase May 4-8
Birdeez: 50% off all game experiences, bring the flier available via QR code at washoeschools.net
Revision Brewing Company: 30% off drafts May 1-31
Wyld Market Collective: 15% off shop wide for the month of May
Earth Energe: 25% off goods and products
Hot Worx: One week free until June 30
Redlight Method: Three free sessions, call 775-460-4111 to book
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino: 30% off standard rates
Great Basin Federal Credit Union: Join and receive $25 when you use promo code WCSD25
This article originally appeared on Reno Gazette Journal: Teachers Week 2026 deals at Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, more than 70 others
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