Minneapolis, Minn. (CBS Local) – Teachers are getting excited about a sale happening at Target just for them. Target answered a question on Twitter Thursday morning confirming the “Teacher Prep Event” starts July 15. Pictures had been shared on social media advertising the sale running from July 15-21. The link listed in the ad initially didn’t work; however, by Wednesday afternoon it was an active link- but no information was on the site. As of Thursday morning the link still doesn’t have any information- but Target did say the site will go live on July 15. The advertisement says: “For the first time ever, we’re giving teachers a special 15% off deal on select classroom supplies in-store and online during our Teacher Prep Event July 15-21.” SEE: Pay Based On Your Age At Build-A-Bear On Thursday As for what is part of the rumored deal: writing supplies, notebooks, folders, binders, arts & crafts, storage, organization, disinfecting wipes, facial tissue, hand sanitizer, and food storage bags. According to the sign, teachers will need to verify their status on Target’s website by providing a name, email, school, and school zip code. Once verified, teachers will get a one-time-use promo code for online purchases and a coupon to use in-store. READ ALSO: Costco’s Decision To Remove Polish Dogs From Menu Sparks Outcry On Monday, Target posted a picture on Twitter targeting teachers that prompted several questions about the sale. Target didn’t deny the sale, nor give any information it other than to say “Thanks for reaching out about this event! Please look for additional details to be shared later this week on ‘A Bullseye View.’ So far that site doesn’t have any information about the sale.<doc-sep>Meanwhile, Florida's back-to-school tax holiday is Aug. 3-5. Consumers will pay zero state and local option taxes on hundreds of items, from clothes and shoes ($60 or less) to school supplies ($15 or less), according the Florida Department of Revenue.<doc-sep>UPDATED: Target's special discount for teachers ended July 21. But on July 27, Michaels stores are offering teachers 20 percent off their entire purchase with a valid educator ID. Exclusions apply. The arts and crafts chain normally offers teachers a 15 percent discount. It's no secret many teachers dig into their pockets to pay for classroom supplies each year. Target has a new way to help educators stretch those dollars. Through July 21, the retailer is offering teachers nationwide a special 15 percent discount. This is the first time Target is offering the discount on "select classroom supplies, from pens, pencils, crayons and markers to classroom storage and organization and tissues, hand sanitizer and more." “As many teachers begin to think about the upcoming school year, the Teacher Prep Event helps them get the classroom supplies they need at a greater value," said Mark Tritton, Target's executive vice president and chief merchandising officer in a statement. "It’s a way for Target to acknowledge the role they play in going the extra mile for their students.” More:Chick-fil-A is moo-ving on from its popular Cow Calendar and fans are udderly upset More:Workers are 'ghosting' interviews, blowing off work in a strong job market More:Contamination problem: McDonald's tainted salads have now sickened 163 people in 10 states But don't head to your local Target yet. While teachers can cash in on the offer when shopping in-store and online, the first step is to sign up for the coupon at Target.com/teacherprep. To verify eligibility, Target is working with third-party verification service SheerID. On Target.com, teachers will fill out a form and enter a school email address and the coupon will be emailed. Teachers without a school email address can submit "any document that clearly shows your name and your school," according to the website. Options include a "school ID card, letter of employment on school letterhead, current pay stub and “any official document that clearly shows your first/last name, current date, and status as a teacher," according to the website. This offer is only being verified online, according to SheerID's frequently asked questions. In a National Center of Education Statistics study released in May, 94 percent of teachers reported spending their own money on supplies. The average amount teachers said they spent without reimbursement was $479, far more than the federal $250 tax deduction available to teachers. About 44 percent said they spent $250 or less, while 36 percent spent from $251 to $500, the survey showed. Target's teacher discount Here is more information about the teacher discount: All teachers nationwide are eligible for the discount, including preschool teachers, homeschool teachers and college professors. Go to Target.com/teacherprep to register for a coupon. Online verification is required and Target is partnering with SheerID, a nationally-recognized eligibility verification services company. The single use coupon cannot be combined with any other Target category coupon. Eligible items for the discount include: Select classroom supplies: Pens, pencils, crayons, notebooks, folders, binders, arts and crafts items like markers, colored pencils, scissors, glue and classroom storage and organization. Essentials: Disinfecting wipes, facial tissue, hand sanitizer and food storage bags. The discount excludes trial and travel-size items and Bullseye’s Playground. For more information about eligible items, visit Target.com/teacherprep. More:Build-a-Bear 'Pay Your Age' sale is back for birthdays only More:Summer fun! Keep the kids occupied with free and cheap activities More:Generation Z predicts the future: America's kids explain love, marriage and gender roles Kelly Tyko is a consumer columnist and retail reporter for Treasure Coast Newspapers and TCPalm.com, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK. Follow her on Twitter @KellyTyko and email her at kelly.tyko@tcpalm.com.<doc-sep>There's no doubt that teachers spend a large chunk of change while school supply shopping.For the first time ever, Target is offering teachers a 15 percent discount on classroom supplies.On Thursday, the company posted in a blog that they wanted to make things easier for teachers.The post read "And teachers, take note: You can add a little extra sparkle to your classrooms, too! For the first time, Target's offering teachers nationwide 15 percent off select classroom supplies, from pens, pencils, crayons and markers to classroom storage and organization and tissues, hand sanitizer and more, in stores and on Target.com July 15-21." Click here to snag the coupon code.<doc-sep>
Target announced Thursday a way to help educators pay for classroom supplies.In a post on Target.com, the retailer wrote “New this year, we’re making life a little easier for you, too, with a special 15 percent discount." Some teachers were initially worried it was a scam, but Target later confirmed in Twitter posts, the sale is legit. Target said this is the first time it is offering the discount on “select classroom supplies.” These items include pens, pencils, crayons, markers, storage and organization items. Other essentials like tissues and hand sanitizer are also included in the deal.Although the announcement said teachers can cash in Sunday through July 21 when shopping in-store and online, few details were available Friday. The post said "Simply visit Target.com/teacherprep starting July 15 to share some quick details and grab your coupon code." According to the National Center of Education Statistics, 94 percent of teachers said they spent their own money on supplies. A report from the group said teachers spend $479, far more than the federal $250 tax deduction available to teachers. Target announced Thursday a way to help educators pay for classroom supplies. In a post on Target.com, the retailer wrote “New this year, we’re making life a little easier for you, too, with a special 15 percent discount." Some teachers were initially worried it was a scam, but Target later confirmed in Twitter posts, the sale is legit. Target said this is the first time it is offering the discount on “select classroom supplies.” These items include pens, pencils, crayons, markers, storage and organization items. Other essentials like tissues and hand sanitizer are also included in the deal. Although the announcement said teachers can cash in Sunday through July 21 when shopping in-store and online, few details were available Friday. The post said "Simply visit Target.com/teacherprep starting July 15 to share some quick details and grab your coupon code." According to the National Center of Education Statistics, 94 percent of teachers said they spent their own money on supplies. A report from the group said teachers spend $479, far more than the federal $250 tax deduction available to teachers.