Homeschool Discounts and Coupons
Many companies offer a discount to homeschool educators, but when in doubt ask anyway.
I have saved a lot money just asking about it and getting some sort of discount or coupon in replace. If your state requires a Notice of Intent to Homeschool or an application to homeschool, you can often use these as adequate proof. Call ahead as some stores require letterheads from a school district (or umbrella schools,) or identification cards. Get involved with a local Facebook Homeschool group! Some create their own cards that work too. Here is a list of some companies that offer discounts and coupons I find useful. |
Books
Barnes and Noble- 20% off purchases for classroom use, 25% on Teacher Appreciation Days, and email alerts for special events. Available in store.
Bam Books-A-Million- 20% off and 25% on Teacher Appreciation Days. Available in store.
Half-priced Books- 10% with your Educator’s Discount Card
Homeschool Buyers Co-op- I've never used this program, but I was told you could save quite a bit on curriculum this way.
Bam Books-A-Million- 20% off and 25% on Teacher Appreciation Days. Available in store.
Half-priced Books- 10% with your Educator’s Discount Card
Homeschool Buyers Co-op- I've never used this program, but I was told you could save quite a bit on curriculum this way.
Arts and Crafts
Joann Fabrics- 15% off everyday plus more on Teacher Appreciation days
Michaels- 15% off eligible products. They always have coupons online too.
Hobby Lobby- Use their 40% coupon online.
Michaels- 15% off eligible products. They always have coupons online too.
Hobby Lobby- Use their 40% coupon online.
Supplies and Organization
Lakeshore Learning- 15% on selected products
Office Depot- 10% Reward Program
Staples- Earn 5% back in rewards, and 10% back in rewards on teaching and art supplies.
Plus, get Free Shipping on every staples.com® order
The Container Store- 10% plus they have coupons to save more.
Office Depot- 10% Reward Program
Staples- Earn 5% back in rewards, and 10% back in rewards on teaching and art supplies.
Plus, get Free Shipping on every staples.com® order
The Container Store- 10% plus they have coupons to save more.
Museums, Zoos, and Entertainment
Many universities and community colleges have free or cheap performances, concerts, exhibits, and guest speakers. Check your local college calendar!
Muesums and Zoos have discounted and free days too.
Creation Museum- a $5 discount to members who participate in particular homeschool organizations.
"Check out" museums and zoos from your local library. Some library systems give out tickets to museums and attractions and you use just need a library card.
Muesums and Zoos have discounted and free days too.
Creation Museum- a $5 discount to members who participate in particular homeschool organizations.
"Check out" museums and zoos from your local library. Some library systems give out tickets to museums and attractions and you use just need a library card.
Food |
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Chick fil A offers a free sandwich with teachers with School I.D., or in my case “Intent to Homeschool form on their Teacher Appreciation Day!
Chipotle- Get a free burrito on Chipotle's Teacher Appreciation Day. Check with you Chipotle for more great deals. Mine offers a discount if we wear our costumes on Halloween.
Chipotle- Get a free burrito on Chipotle's Teacher Appreciation Day. Check with you Chipotle for more great deals. Mine offers a discount if we wear our costumes on Halloween.
Reading Programs
Six Flags Great America- Read to Succeed Program: Teacher and school-aged student tickets.
Pizza Hut- Earn personal pan pizzas with their Book It Program.
Research reading programs for local major and minor league baseball and hockey teams. Many of them have incentives (tickets for students and parents) for reading so many hours or books in one season. Some even have clubs you can join for discounted games and prizes.
Pizza Hut- Earn personal pan pizzas with their Book It Program.
Research reading programs for local major and minor league baseball and hockey teams. Many of them have incentives (tickets for students and parents) for reading so many hours or books in one season. Some even have clubs you can join for discounted games and prizes.
Technology
Adobe Teacher and Student Store- Discounted rates off software applications.
Apple- 5-10% via Apple.com's Edu Store for Faculty, Staff, Students. See their Apple Store Coupons page for other savings.
Best Buy will often match Apple’s Education Deals. In store only.
Apple- 5-10% via Apple.com's Edu Store for Faculty, Staff, Students. See their Apple Store Coupons page for other savings.
Best Buy will often match Apple’s Education Deals. In store only.
Tax-Free on School Supplies
Research your state for Tax-free weekends! The Florida tax-free weekend/week savings does not apply to clothing sold for more than $100 per item; school supplies sold for more than $15 per item; books (although many are already exempt). Other exceptions and exclusions may apply to check ahead.