In your video player: Nonprofit Tucson Values ​​Teachers supports educators year-round

Tucson, Arizona (KGUN) — Just as educators in Southern Arizona prepare to wrap up the school year, Teacher Appreciation Week begins in early May.

A winner of KGUN 9’s May Giving Project, Tucson Values ​​Teachers also offers an annual teacher discount card that gives you access to special offers and discounts from over 70 local businesses.

Any pre-kindergarten through 12th grade educator can do it sign up on their website for the card.

Furthermore, the organization Professional Development Scholarship For certified teachers or educators working in licensed early childhood education centers in Pima County, Cochise County, and Santa Cruz County. Go online for more information about the support available to teachers.

Tucson-area businesses and organizations are offering discounts and special events for local teachers this week.

• teacher appreciation happy hour
  • Wednesday, May 10 | 4-6pm
  • Free Discounts on Pizza and Drinks at Tap & Bottle North
  • The event is sponsored by two former teachers, Bethanie Narramore of Tierra Antigua Realty and Trevor Streng of Nova Home Loans.
  • For more information
• Tucson Botanical Garden Teacher Appreciation Garden Party
  • Thursday, May 11 | 16:30-18:00
  • Complimentary happy hour with snacks available for educators only
  • RSVP Required
• Free smart thermostat for teachers
  • Teachers, bus drivers, parents, cafeteria workers, counselors, and other school personnel are eligible to receive a free smart thermostat from TEP.
  • Must be a TEP customer
  • online billing
• Complimentary drink at Tucson Tea Company
  • Available weekly starting Friday, May 12
  • 5870 E. Broadway Blvd., in Park Place
  • A portion of all sales will be donated to Tucson Values ​​Teachers. Online orders use code TEA4TEACHERS.