Big-hearted businesses and attractions in San Antonio are stepping up to show their appreciation for those who shape minds and mend lives. Marking the confluence of National Nurses Week and Teacher Appreciation Week, from May 6-12, a bevy of establishments including the San Antonio Zoo and Whataburger are rolling out red-carpet deals to these everyday heroes.
Front and center of the week's tributes, the San Antonio Zoo is offering nurses and Texas teachers free admission, with guests in tow set to receive a handy 50% discount on tickets, as reported by KENS 5. To sweetly round off this deal, San Antonio educators have the opportunity to easily purchase tickets online before they enter the zoo's wild wonders.
But it's not just fauna-focused fun on the offer. Whataburger is ensuring teachers can to easily kickstart their mornings with complimentary breakfast items ranging from Taquitos to Honey Butter Chicken Biscuits, according to KSAT. And it doesn’t stop at a hearty start to the day; sixty-three lucky teachers will stand a chance to snag a $1,000 grant—a little extra thank you for their dedication.
Additional acts of appreciation are coming from places like the Briscoe Western Art Museum, which is welcoming educators with free admission and a bargain 10% store discount, and McAlister’s Deli, where teachers can refresh with a gratis iced tea. Spicing things up, Raising Cane's is running an alluring contest promising to whisk 10 winning teachers away on all-expenses-paid summer vacations. The cherry on top? Salata is slashing 20% off meals for educators, ensuring they’re well-fed as they navigate the final stretch of the academic year.
Amid the festivities and free stuff, the spirit of the week is clear: it's a resounding nod to those who tirelessly work in nurturing the next generation and caring for the community. This outpouring of gratitude, blanketing San Antonio with a mix of discounts, giveaways, and contests, is just a token—a sign that the city understands the immense value these professionals bring to the table every single day.
