Being a teacher is tough—but finding a discount doesn’t have to be! From free Crayola passes to surprise perks at Chick‑fil‑A, this list is full of places around Dallas, McKinney, Plano, and beyond where you can flash your badge and save a little (or...
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All K–12 teachers get free general admission (9 a–5 p) with valid school ID through July 31, 2025. You can also save 10% on memberships if you sign up with your educator ID—bonus benefits include free parking and guest privileges.
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
Certified PreK–12 teachers get a free Annual Pass at the Plano location (must show teaching certificate or recent paystub + photo ID). Plus, you can grab discounted tickets for family and friends online!
Crayola Experience Plano
This location says: “Tell your teacher friends!” They’ve offered free sandwich or nugget entrees on appreciation days with school ID—and it’s rumored they now do 10% off anytime for teachers!
Chick-fil-A
Get a 10% Educator Discount Card that works year‑round. Great for stacking with used-book finds!
Half Price Books
Teachers get 15% off everything—including sale items. Just verify via SheerID once and enjoy arts-and-crafts savings all year.
Michaels
Get 20% off your order, Monday–Friday, every week. Just show your teacher ID at any North Texas location—fresh, healthy lunch now costs less.
Salata
Enjoy 10% off dine-in lunch or dinner, including their salad area. A solid pick for a date night (sans kids!).
Texas de Brazil - Addison
Teachers score 20% off the entire order anytime—great for casual family dinners or after-school hangouts.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Perfect for lunch orders—teachers get discounted box lunches (ask your local school group or the deli directly). Works great for team lunches or meetings.
Jason's Deli
10% off all the time when you sign up for their Teacher Discount Program. Perfect for art supplies and more.
Hobby Lobby
10% off through their Preferred Customer Program—artists and educators rejoice!
Blick Art Materials
Earn in-store points and get about 15% off teacher purchases—ideal for classroom décor and manipulatives.
