In the video player: Nonprofit Tucson Values Teachers supports educators year-round
TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Teacher appreciation week falls in early May, just as educators around southern Arizona are preparing to wrap up the school year.
Tucson Values Teachers , KGUN 9's May Giving Project recipient, also offers a year-round Teacher Discount Card with special offers and discounts from over 70 regional businesses.
Any pre-K through grade 12 educator can sign up at their website for the card.
Additionally, the organization offers a professional development scholarship for certified teachers or educators working in a licensed early childhood education center in Pima, Cochise or Santa Cruz Counties. Visit them online to learn more about support available for teachers.
Tucson-area businesses and organizations are offering discounts and special events for local teachers this week:
- Teacher Appreciation Happy Hour
- Wednesday, May 10 | 4 - 6 p.m.
- Free pizza and drink discounts at Tap & Bottle North, 7254 N. Oracle Rd.
- Event is sponsored by sponsored by two former teachers, Bethanie Narramore of Tierra Antigua Realty and Trevor Streng of Nova Home Loans
- More information
- Tucson Botanical Gardens Teacher Appreciation Garden Party
- Thursday, May 11 | 4:30 - 6 p.m.
- Complimentary happy hour with light snacks open to educators only
- RSVP required
- Free smart thermostats for teachers
- Teachers, bus drivers, custodians, cafeteria workers, counselors and other school employees are eligible for a free smart thermostat from TEP
- Must be TEP customer
- Claim online
- Free beverage from Tucson Tea Company
- Available all week through Friday, May 12
- 5870 E. Broadway Blvd., inside Park Place
- A portion of all sales will go toward Tucson Values Teachers. Online orders use code TEA4TEACHERS.
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