It’s Teacher Appreciation Week.  Brands like Insomnia Cookies, Firehouse Subs, and Sonic are celebrating our teachers’ hard work and dedication with deals and freebies.

“Teachers play a critical role in driving the success of our children’s education and lives,” The National Parent Teacher Association says. “They are the ones who inspire and guide our kids to become future leaders, innovators and problem solvers.”

INSOMNIA COOKIES CELEBRATES NURSES AND TEACHERS WITH FREE COOKIES: Now through May 12th, nurses, teachers, and school staff can receive a free six-pack of Classic Cookies with a $5 in-store purchase! Must show proper ID or pay stub to redeem offer. Additionally, nurses and educators can enter a SWEETstakes to win $250. Enter online now through May 14th for a chance to win! (Chewboom)

FIREHOUSE SUBS OFFERS TEACHERS FREE SUB THROUGH MAY 12TH: Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week at Firehouse Subs! All teachers qualify to receive a free medium sub with purchase of a medium or large sub, chips and a drink. Offer is valid now through Friday, May 12th, with proof of employment. Available at participating locations nationwide! (Chewboom)

SONIC GIVES TEACHERS’ CIRCLE REWARDS MEMBERS FREE BURGERS: If you’re enrolled in Sonic’s Teachers’ Circle Rewards program, you qualify for a free cheeseburger with any purchase made online now through May 16th! If you have not yet signed up, enroll in the program to get verified to qualify for future deals. On May 9th, the Sonic Foundation will also match 50% of public donations up to $1.5 million. Text GIVE to 31869 to donate! (USA TODAY)