Save Big: Exclusive Discounts for Educators on Essentials

Teachers and school staff: You deserve way more than apples and mugs! Whether you’re restocking your classroom, treating yourself to new shoes, or planning a much-needed getaway, these discounts are here to help stretch every dollar further. Many of these offers work right here in Iowa and the surrounding Midwest—just verify with ID.me or show your school ID at checkout.

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Let’s break it down 👇

🛒 Major Retailers & Classroom Supply Deals

Perfect for back-to-school stock-ups or year-round refreshes!

🛍️ Target – 20% off during Teacher Appreciation Week (usually late July). Must verify educator status.
📦 Amazon – Set up a Classroom Wish List, shop school supply deals, or try Amazon Business for educators.
🛠️ Home Depot – 10% off in-store with teacher verification (great for classroom projects or flexible seating hacks).
🧷 Office Depot / OfficeMax – 20% off + 25% back in Rewards.
📚 Staples – 20% off coupon (available during back-to-school season).
🎨 Michaels – 15% off, even on sale items! Just show your teacher ID.
💵 Dollar Tree – No teacher discount, but a goldmine for classroom bins, flashcards, and craft supplies.

🛒 Shop deals here:

👟 Clothing & Shoes: Style Meets Savings

Refresh your wardrobe on a teacher’s budget!

👖 J.Crew / Madewell – 15% off in-store and online (must create Insider account).
👟 Adidas – 30% off in-store, 15% at outlet stores with ID.me.
🥿 Crocs – 15% off with educator verification.
🧥 Levi’s – 10% off for teachers.
👞 Steve Madden – 25% off for educators.
👗 Old Navy / GAP / Banana Republic – 10–15% off with teacher ID.

🛍️ Top fashion picks for educators:

🧳 Hotels, Travel & Family Fun

Time to plan that well-earned getaway!

🏨 Hilton Hotels – Special rates for teachers at participating locations (perfect for Des Moines, Omaha, KC, Chicago).
🐺 Great Wolf Lodge – Kansas City – Educator appreciation weeks with deeply discounted rates.
🏕️ Adventureland (IA) – Offers seasonal educator promos—check their website or call for current deals.
🦓 Blank Park Zoo (Des Moines) – Teacher appreciation discounts on admission days.

🧳 Travel smart:

🚗 Car Insurance & Auto Perks

Because even your car deserves a break.

🚘 California Casualty – Special rates, $0 deductible options for teachers.
🛡️ Liberty Mutual – Educator-exclusive car insurance savings.
🛠️ Leatherman – 25% off multitools (great for STEM teachers or coaches on-the-go).
🧰 Meemic Insurance – Car/home insurance for educators in select Midwest regions.

🛠️ Quote your educator rate here:

💻 Tech & Teaching Tools

Make classroom life easier and digital prep faster.

🎨 Canva for Education – Free Pro access for teachers (perfect for creating lesson visuals, newsletters, etc.)
📷 Adobe Express – Free for K–12 educators.
🖥️ Samsung – Up to 30% off + education financing.
💻 Apple – Teacher pricing on iPads, MacBooks, and more.
🛒 Best Buy – Back-to-school tech deals for teachers (check in-store for verification needs).

💡 Our fave tech picks:

🧴 Beauty, Wellness & Self-Care

Because burnout is real—and you deserve to feel good.

💄 MAC Cosmetics – 15% off, reusable monthly with re-verification.
🧴 Tarte Cosmetics – 40% off sitewide for teachers.
🌿 Thrive Market – Free one-year membership for teachers (healthy snacks & groceries shipped to you).
💪 YMCA – Teacher rates at some local Iowa locations—ask your branch!

🧖‍♀️ Treat yourself:

📌 Final Tips:

Most retailers require verification via ID.me or a valid school ID.
Discounts often apply online AND in-store—always ask!
Combine discounts with rewards programs, coupons, and cashback tools for maximum savings.