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Employees of Duval County Public Schools receive discounts from many local businesses and national stores.

Below is a list of known discounts currently available to employees. If you know of any additional offers, please email the Communications Department, so the deals can be passed to your co-workers.

Florida Department of Education
The Florida Department of Education also has a list of discounts for Florida Teachers. To learn more, visit www.fldoe.org/justforteachers/discounts.asp.

Visit Jacksonville
Visit Jacksonville has created a special Web site with a variety of specials deals. Visit www.visitjacksonville.com/deals for a list of deals on accommodations, restaurants and attractions.


Home Improvements

Alpha Foundation Specialists, Inc.
Alpha Foundation Specialists, Inc. provides foundation and crawl space repair to Duval County residents. Alpha is offering a 5% discount to Duval County Public Schools' employees on all services. For more information on these services, visit the Alpha Foundation Specialists' website.

L.R.E. Ground Services
L.R.E. Ground Services specializes in residential foundation repair. L.R.E. is offering Duval County Public Schools' employees a 5% discount on all services. For more information on these services, visit L.R.E. Ground Services' website or contact 1-800-580-0229.

ProSource of Jacksonville
ProSource Wholesale Flooring is offering DCPS employees to save up to 50% on carpet, ceramic tiles, porcelain tiles, glass tiles, stone, vinyl, hardwood floors, laminates, bamboo, cork, and more. Thanks to the DCPS’s association with ProSource of Jacksonville, you’ll be able to buy flooring at wholesale prices like a trade professional.

From simple to elegant, ProSource of Jacksonville's 6000 s/f showroom offers more than 25,000 flooring choices. For even greater savings on carpet, hardwood and tile look for the RED TAG items in the showroom. While purchasing your flooring, the experienced and attentive staff will ensure that you have the utmost in customer service.

For ProSource of Jacksonville's location and hours of operation, please visit our website at www.prosourcefloors.com/jacksonville or call 904-288-5688.

ProSource of Jacksonville is a wholesaler and not open to the retail public. Please provide your DCPS employee ID badge to gain admittance and access to wholesale prices.

Silk Plants Direct
Silk Plants Direct was established to bring an expansive supply of high quality, authentic silk plant and tree products to a user-friendly online store. The silk plants, trees, flowers and other products are built to last using only top quality, durable materials.

Employees of Duval County Public Schools receive 10% off online orders. Be sure to mention DCPS as your employer at checkout.

For more information, visit the website at http://www.silkplantsdirect.com/.


Personal

Atlantic Bedding and Furniture
Atlantic Bedding and Furniture would like to offer Duval County Public Schools' employees 15% off online pricing at either of the two Jacksonville store locations. Visit the company website, pick out your desired bedding and/or furniture, and bring the attached letter to one of the store locations to receive the discount from the online listing price.

The Jacksonville stores are located at: 10330 Chedoak Ct., Suite 101, 32218; and 8030 Philips Hwy, Suite 10, 32217.

Atlantic Bedding and Furniture has helped thousands of customers furnish their homes with quality products in economical ways. The company is locally owned and operated with two stores serving Jacksonville since 2006. For more information, contact the stores at (904) 245-9397 or (904) 524-6037 or view this letter.

Cabana Club - A Rental Community
Cabana Club is a new apartment community situated around Atlantic Coast High School, Twin Lakes Academy Middle and Elementary schools. DCPS' employees receive the discount of the administration fee waived - a $200 savings!

For more information, visit the Cabana Club's website or call (904) 374-2700.

Car Rental Discounts - Up to 25% Off
Whether it's for that long awaited week long trip, or a much needed weekend get-away, Duval County Public Schools employees can enjoy car rental discounts of up to 25% from industry leading car rental companies at thousands of city and airport locations nationwide. As an added bonus, employees are eligible for special offers including dollars off, free rental days and free upgrades - all in addition to discounted car rental rates!

Please visit www.rentalcarperks.com/duvalcps.php to sign-up (only name and e-mail address required) or for more details.

Chappell Schools
Chappell Schools works to assist parents with the development of the total child: cognitively, physically, emotionally, socially and creatively. Chappell would like to offer DCPS' employees free registration and a 10% tuition discount for their childcare services.

Chappell has seven convenient Jacksonville locations. View this flier or visit their website for more information about the discounts and locations.

City Mitsubishi *NEW
City Mitsubishi is proud to extend our Friends and Family Program to our local community as a way of saying thank you to the community that has supported us throughout the years. As a member of our family, DCPS' employees are entitled to many discounted services and offers with this invitation. View the attached flier to see all the discounted services.

City Mitsubishi is located at 10585 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, 32225. Contact Bruce Doss or Melvin Jackson for more information at (904) 565-2489.

DIRECTV Network Discounts
DCPS' employees are eligible for a discounted offer on DIRECTV. Call 877-363-2175 or click here to order DIRECTV.

New customers receive a $75 VISA prepaid card along with:

  • Over 205 channels for $39.99 per month for 12 months (after rebate with 24-month agreement)
  • Premium movie channels FREE for 3 months
  • FREE HD DVR plus 3 HD Receiver upgrades
  • Free HD
  • NFL Sunday Ticket Max (This season included at no extra charge)
The $75 Visa prepaid card is available only to new customers. Call 877-363-2175 for complete details and restrictions. Click here for more information.

The Elements of Therapy
The Elements of Therapy is offering a 15% discount off regularly priced services and a waived membership sign-up fee for all DCPS' employees. In the calm, serene setting at The Elements of Therapy, you will find experienced therapists, a friendly staff and a tranquil atmosphere to help you on your path to a healthier, pain-free life.

They offer a variety of therapy services that can be used separately or combined to enhance your wellness experience at The Elements. Their goal is to provide excellent service in a comfortable environment. The Elements offers the following wellness services:

  • Massage therapy
  • Skin therapy
  • Yoga
  • Physical therapy

The Elements accepts all major health insurance plans including worker’s compensation for school district employees. They are located at 12795 San Jose Blvd., Suite 9, Jacksonville, FL 32223. For more information, call (904) 619-1587 or visit www.elementsoftherapy.com.

Ernie Palmer Toyota
Ernie Palmer Toyota has set up a referral and rewards purchase program for Duval County Public Schools' teachers and employees. They offer a discount purchase plan that also rewards the DCPS' school of choice by the purchasing employee.

The purchasing discount includes a 1% discount on pricing over the dealer invoice on new vehicles and a $500 discount voucher for additional savings on used vehicles. There are minor restrictions including the limited availability vehicles and internet clearance priced vehicles.

In addition to this discount, Ernie Palmer Toyota is offering a $300 contribution to be given to the employee's Duval County public school of choice.

For more information, contact (904) 389-4561 or visit www.erniepalmertoyota.com. Ernie Palmer Toyota is located at 1310 Cassat Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32205.

Holmes Stamp & Sign
Personalized engraved gifts and office products from www.HolmesStamp.com. Teacher stamps, custom return address stamps, vinyl banners, plaques and awards are all available at 20% off! Simply enter coupon code DUVAL20 during checkout to receive 20% off your online order.

Homes for Heroes
Homes for Heroes provides real savings for the people who work every day to make our communities, safer, cleaner, and better places to live. Homes for Heroes is a network of real estate professionals, mortgage brokers, and title companies prepared to give real savings to their communities’ heroes when they buy and sell a home.

Educators and educational support staff are our heroes. Let us say thank you for all you do by offering all DCPS' employees a savings of 25% rebate on the gross brokerage commission and a discounted lender fee on purchases or refinances. For more information, view this FAQ flier or contact Lynda Learn at (904) 654-6382.

Landmark at Crescent Ridge Apartments
Experience modern living with old world charm. Crescent Ridge offers exceptional, affordable living in the midst of the best Florida has to offer.

As a member of our Preferred Employer program, DCPS' employees are eligible for special discounts. Contact Landmark at Crescent Ridge at (904) 221-0455 to schedule a time to visit the apartments and community.

Crescent Ridge offers an exceptional living environment with generous newly renovated and updated floor plans and a variety of amenities and services. Select from the one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes with distinctive appointments such as custom cabinetry, wood laminate flooring and nine foot ceilings. Come discover what makes Crescent Ridge so unique. You will be glad you decided to make us your new home.

Apartment home amenities include washer/dryer hookups, central air conditioning, dishwasher and beautiful interiors. The state-of-the art fitness center and swimming pool are perfect areas to meet your neighbors. Landmark at Crescent Ridge is conveniently located just minutes from downtown Jacksonville, I-95, Regency Square Mall and the St. Johns Town Center. As you watch the sun set from your beautiful view, you'll find it hard to believe you're just ten minutes from the Atlantic coast. Welcome home to Landmark at Crescent Ridge!

Visit our website for additional community and apartment information!

Massage Green
DCPS' employees can receive a one-hour massage from Massage Green for only $39.95 a visit with no monthly commitment. For more information, visit www.massagegreen.com or call 904.880.0500.

Massage Trinity *NEW
Massage Trinity is appreciating teachers for the month of May. Enjoy a one-hour massage (Relaxation or Deep Tissue) for only $35! DCPS' employees can also enjoy a massage throughout the remainder of the year at a discounted price of $40 for a one-hour massage, or receive 15% off a body scrub, wrap or mask. View this flier for more information.

Massage Trinity is located at 6015 Chester Ave Ste. 206, 32217. For more information, contact (904) 365-8305 or visit www.amassagetrinity.com.

Michaels
Michaels offers a teacher discount of 15% off your entire purchase. To redeem this offer, simply show the cashier your teacher ID at check-out. The offer is good at any Michaels store. Visit the company website for more information and to view store locations.

Petland *NEW
Petland is a locally owned and operated pet and supplies store located at the Pablo Creek East Shopping Plaza at the corner of Beach and Hodges Blvd. It is our desire at Petland to make a difference in the communities we serve. We work every day to help our customers exceed their pets' basic needs -- behavioral, environmental, nutritional and maintenance. We know from experience that happy pets make happy people. We offer a variety of supplies for dogs, cats, small animals, birds, fish and reptiles. We would like to extend a discount program for all teachers, faculty, district staff and administration employees within the Duval County School Board. To receive the 10% discount on all purchases you only need to present your Employee ID at check-out.

For more information, contact Kelli at (904) 330-0152 or visit the store at 13740 Beach Blvd. #415, 32224.

RedEnvelope
RedEnvelope.com would like to extend the following discounts to all DCPS' employees.

10% off any item on the website
15% off $80 or more
20% off $125 or more

RedEnvelope.com is an online retailer of gifts for everyone and every occasion, including gifts for men, personalized gifts, and many more.  They are your online retailer for every holiday or occasion such as Christmas, Valentines Day, Mothers Day, Fathers Day, and anniversaries! 

Use the promotion code PRESENTS10 when you checkout.

St. Francis Animal Hospital *NEW
St. Francis Animal Hospital wants to give something back to Duval County school teachers and staff. Our Teacher's Pet Passport is FREE with hundreds of dollars of savings to enjoy at many area veterinary and pet-care related businesses (veterinary care, boarding, grooming, pet photography, treats, dog and cat food, supplies, etc.).

With this coupon book, we want to thank you for your dedication, hard work, and loving guidance you give our children every day. Their lives are better because of you and we hope this coupon book will make life better for you and your pets.

Simply stop by St. Francis Animal Hospital with your employee ID to pick up your FREE Teacher’s Pet Passport coupon book.

St. Francis Animal Hospital is a nonprofit animal hospital located in San Marco at 2107 Mango Place, Jacksonville, FL 32207. The mission of St. Francis Animal Hospital is to provide healthcare to all owned pets, regardless of the owner’s ability to pay. Through the support of donors, St. Francis Animal Hospital is providing the same level of veterinary care for pets that are financially disadvantaged as for pets that come with financial means. For more information, visit our website, like us on Facebook, or view this flier.


Furthering Education

Flagler College in St. Augustine
Flagler College in St. Augustine offers a unique opportunity for public employees to earn their bachelor's degree in Public Administration at a very low cost with evening classes offered.

Applications are now being accepted.

Apply now and be one of the almost three hundred alumni and students who work in federal, state or local government in Northeast Florida who have earned or are now working on their Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration at Flagler College! For more information, contact Dr. Joe Saviak, or visit their website.

University of West Florida
University of West Florida is pleased to announce an affiliation with Duval Schools. This partnership provides employees of the Duval County school district preferred tuition rate for the fully online Education Leadership Master Degree program.

The Master in Education Leadership program will include:

  • Preferred tuition rate of $334 per credit hour
  • 100% online program
  • Quality instruction - courses taught by UWF Professors
  • 33-credit program
  • Eight-week courses
  • One course at a time pace
  • Finish in just 18 months
  • NCATE and SACS Accredited
  • Financial aid available for those who qualify
View this flier for more information or contact Becky Richardson by email or at 1-877-588-2502 x8013.


Entertainment

Adventure Landing
Over the years, Adventure Landing has created many events, programs and discounts for teachers and students.

DCPS' employees can go online and receive an extra $5 off on the 5-attraction pass and the water park daily pass. The online code is duvalschools12. Click here for more information on the Company Discount Club.

Visit www.adventurelanding.com for more information on this great discount. You can also contact the Jacksonville Beach and Blanding Blvd. locations at (904) 246-4386 or (904) 771-2804.

Affordable Travel of Orlando *NEW
Affordable Travel of Orlando offers DCPS' employees great discounts for your next Orlando vacation. Save up to 60% off hotels in the Lake Buena Vista area and pay below gate prices on Disney World, Universal Studios, Sea World tickets and other Orlando attractions.

Employees may access the discounts by ordering online at www.orlandovacation.com/discounts (user log-in DCPS) or calling into our Orlando based office at 1-866-463-0412.

Georgia Aquarium *NEW
The Georgia Aquarium welcomes Duval County Public Schools' employees and their families to purchase admission tickets at a special discounted rate! This includes admission and the Dolphin Tale show (show time must be selected when booking). Additional add-ons are also available.

Simply click on this link and follow the instructions provided to book your programs. The price will be displayed once the date is selected. Please note this discount is only available when purchasing tickets via the link prior to arrival; it is not available at the gate.

Group Usher Program
Duval Schools is part of the Group Usher Program with the Artist Series, an organization that brings Broadway shows to Jacksonville at discounted prices. This year, Jacksonville brings more of Broadway's greatest performances, as well as many exciting concert, variety and Off Broadway productions.

Attached you will find the schedule of performances which offer the Group Usher discount. For more information on the Duval Schools' employee discount, view this flier or contact the Artist Series at (904) 632-3228 or at groupsales@fscj.edu.

Marineland Dolphin Adventure
Marineland Dolphin Adventure welcomes Duval County Public Schools' employees and their families to purchase programs or general admission at a discounted rate! Simply click on the link below and follow the instructions provided to book your programs. Please note this discount is only available when purchasing tickets via the link prior to arrival; it is not available at the gate. If you are unfamiliar with our facility, take a quick peek at the website to see what we have to offer!

To book your tickets/programs for Marineland Dolphin Adventure:

  • Click on the following link: http://www.marineland.net/dcpsmarineland
  • Click on the button that says "Marineland" just below the image in the upper right corner
  • Click on the "skip this" button partway down the middle of the next page to skip that page entirely
  • Select your date
  • Select your program/general admission
  • Select timeframe (General admission is listed as occurring at 9 a.m. but is in fact available at any point during our hours of operation, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily)
  • Select number of guests
  • Complete your purchase from the cart
  • Please note - there is no need to enter the participant information on the first page that comes up, simply click on "continue" at the bottom of the page

Medifast Weight Control Center *NEW
We are excited to offer all Duval County school employees 15% off! Bring in your employee ID, along with a copy of the attached flier, and receive 15% off program fees when you enroll in a full program.

Medifast Weight Control Centers' programs are perfect for busy educators who want to get healthier. Medifast Weight Control Centers are about more than just fast, safe weight loss. You get in-person, one-on-one counseling and support; nutritious, great-tasting Medifast meal replacements; and a maintenance plan to learn how to live slimmer, healthier, and happier for weeks, months, and years.

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum is providing a discount to employees of Duval Schools. Employees will receive $3 off ticket prices by using the code: DCPS/EM. You can use this code online, over the phone or in person to redeem the $3 off ticket prices. This promotion will go toward the museum visit, Red Trains and Ghost Train Adventure.

Honor roll students also receive free entry with a paying adult. Students must bring their card to receive the discount.

Teachers can receive school group prices as listed in this attachment. Visit the Ripley's website or call for more information at (904) 824-1606.

Sun-Ray Cinema in 5 Points
Sun-Ray Cinema in 5 Points is celebrating its new ownership and major renovations by offering discounted movie tickets to DCPS' employees. With your district ID, employees can enjoy $7 admission (that's $2 off a regular ticket) as well as a great selection of wines, local beers and seat side food service in Jacksonville's newest single screen cinema.

Visit www.sunraycinema.com or call the office at (904) 359-0049 for more information.

USA Vacation Homes and Spa in Orlando, FL
USA Vacation Homes & Spa in Orlando, FL, would like to offer a 20% discount to all DCPS' employees and their families who are planning to visit Orlando/Disney World. They have a large selection of luxury and executive vacation homes all with private pools, close to the attraction parks and golf courses for the price of a hotel or less. Call them at (877) 857-8256 to book your room today!

Wild Adventures
Wild Adventures is offering DCPS' employees a special discount for 2012. The theme park features more than 40 thrill rides, hundreds of exotic animals and the Splash Island water park. Thompson Square, Styx, Needtobreathe, Sugarland, Mandisa, Boston, The Band Perry, Kutless and more will be in concert. All included in the price of admission!

You can save more than 30% off the general admission price by taking advantage of this offer.

  • $34 one-day pass, $40 two-day pass

To purchase tickets go online to www.wildadventures.com/vip and enter
promo code : DUV143J

For complete concert line up, park information, hours of operation, directions, preferred hotel partners and more, visit their website or view this flier.

Wyndham Hotel Group
Duval County Public Schools' employees can save up to 20% a night off the Best Available Rate at over 7,000 Wyndham Hotel Group hotels around the world. Brands include: Wyndham Hotels, Wyndham Grand Collection, TRYP by Wyndham, Wyndham Garden, Hawthorn Suites, Baymont Inns & Suites, Night Hotels, Days Inn, Howard Johnson, Ramada, Microtel, Super 8, Knights Inn, Travelodge, Wingate and Dream Hotels.

To receive discount you must either book through this link or call 1-800-407-9832 and mention discount code: 1000010476.

*Best Available Rate is defined as the best, non-qualified, unrestricted, publicly available rate on the brand sites for the hotel, date and accommodations requested. The discount for some properties may be less than 20% off Best Available Rate. Certain restrictions may apply. Offer not valid if hotel is called directly. Advanced reservations are required. Offer is subject to availability at participating locations and some blackout dates may apply. Offer cannot be combined with any other discounts, offers, group rates or special promotions. Discounted rates vary by location and time of year.


Clothing

Ann Taylor Loft
Ann Taylor Loft offers a 15% discount to all teachers through its Loft Loves Teachers program. For more information, visit http://loftlovesteachers.com.

Banana Republic
Banana Republic offers a 15% discount off all regular price merchandise to all DCPS’ employees through their "Style With Class" program. Simply bring in your employee ID to any Banana Republic location and receive your discount. Visit www.bananarepublic.com for a full list of store locations.

J Crew
J. Crew Clothing Stores offers a 15% discount to all DCPS' employees. Simply bring in your employee ID to any J. Crew location and receive your discount. Visit www.jcrew.com for a full list of store locations.

Joann's Fabrics and Crafts
Joann's Fabrics and Crafts offers teachers a discount card (show proof of employment) good for one year (renewable each year). It provides 15% off the total purchase amount, and it includes a one-time 20% off the total amount coupon. Visit www.joann.com for a full list of store locations.

New York & Company
New York & Company offers a 15% discount to all DCPS' employees. Simply bring your employee ID to any location and receive your discount. Visit http://www.nyandcompany.com/nyco/index.jsp?cid=100001 for a full list of store locations.


Banking

SunTrust
SunTrust at Work is a program that all DCPS' employees qualify for that includes free checks, money orders, traveler's checks, etc., as well as free non-SunTrust ATM usage (including refunds on fees that other banks may charge), and so much more.

For more program details, visit https://www.suntrust.com/microsites/ST_at_Work/index.html.


Fitness Centers

DCPS' Employee Wellness (D.E.W.) Office has works with several local fitness centers to offer special discounts to all DCPS' employees. Click here to see a list of participating centers.

Dance Trance
Dance Trance owners Beth and Jay Handline would like to offer DCPS employees a 20% discount off of any monthly package. Dance Trance is a fitness program that uses choreographed dance routines to get the most out of a workout. It offers an element of fun with driving music, light effects and a different experience each time you go. Dance Trance has classes for just about everyone from beginners to advance students. Tone your muscles, increase your cardio and lose weight while having fun. To receive the discount print out this page and present it at the front desk of either location along with your DCPS ID card.

For more information about Dance Trance, click here.

Jewish Community Alliance *NEW
The Jewish Community Alliance (JCA) is pleased to offer all Duval County Public Schools' employees our corporate rate. You will receive nearly 20% off our standard membership rate and the registration fee will be waived. Membership includes four free 30-minute sessions with a certified personal trainer, free towel service, free tennis clinics, and:

  • Indoor track
  • Saunas, steam rooms and whirlpool
  • 6 har-tru clay tennis courts and 3 indoor racquetball court
  • FREE babysitting service
  • FREE Golf at Eagle Harbor, South Hampton & North Hampton courses (June through December)
  • Family Fun Days and holiday celebrations
  • Monthly social programming, classes and sessions
  • Over 55 group exercise classes, including water aerobics, zumba, pilates, yoga and cycling classes
  • Full-court basketball gymnasium

For more information or to schedule a tour of the JCA, please contact Hollie Arnold, Membership Director, at 904-730-2100 ext. 234 or Lara Werwa, Membership Associate, ext. 257 or contact us by email: hollie.arnold@jcajax.org or lara.werwa@jcajax.org. You can also view this flier for more information.

JCA welcomes all ages, faiths and backgrounds.


Personal Computers

Apple and Lenovo
Both Apple and Lenovo offer DCPS' employees discounts on personal computers and peripherals. Visit the following Web sites for more information.

Lenovo's Web site link and url: www.lenovo.com/duvalschools

Apple's Web site link and url: www.apple.com/edu/duval 

Lexmark International
Lexmark is offering all Duval County Public Schools’ employees discounts on products and supplies, including ink, toner and printers for your personal use.

To redeem discount, follow this link.


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