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Discounts for Employees

Several local businesses are offering special discounts to Garland ISD employees.

DISCLAIMER: The Garland Independent School District does not sponsor, endorse, or recommend any participant in this program. Discounts and participation may be discontinued at any time without notice.

AAA Texas Membership
For more information:
Solomon Simpson
214-599-7743
simpson.solomon@aaa-texas.com
DISCOUNT: Buy a new AAA Texas membership for $50 and save up to $45. We'll waive the $20 admission fee and you'll get a FREE membership for a family member for one year, a $25 value. Call 214-243-4909 and refer to Group# 45275 to receive discount. (Some restrictions apply, ask for details).
Bally’s Total Fitness
1121 Northwest Highway
Garland , TX 75041
Phone #: 972-271-4614
DISCOUNT: $100 off cost of membership with proof of employment.
The Black-eyed Pea Restaurant
3435 Belt Line Road
Garland, TX 75044
Phone-972-495-5243
DISCOUNT: 10% discount on purchase, excluding alcohol and gratuity.
Bank of America
1400 Preston Road, Suite 200
Plano, TX 75093
Contact: Godwin F. Tsui
469-323-6875
DISCOUNT: Closing Cost Discounts up to $500
Brakes USA
Rockwall Location:
802 S. Goliad
Rockwall, TX 75087
Contact: David Hanna
972-771-2282
Rowlett Location:
3000 Lakeview Parkway
Rowlett, TX 75088
Contact: Steve Pruitt
972-463-8433
DISCOUNT: 10% discount off parts and labor up to $250 total savings per invoice. Includes but is not limited to services for AC, transmission, oil changes, tune ups, engine replacement. Free shuttle service within 5 miles with paid repairs. Must present GISD badge upon service request.
Carnet Auto Sales
3218 Forest Lane
Garland, TX 75042
DISCOUNT: $200 Off
Chase Bank
6602 Dalrock
Rowlett, TX 75089
Contact: Jason Tanksley or Mary Baldwin
Contact Phone: 972-475-7137
DISCOUNT: Free checking and savings account with direct deposit. Benefits include no monthly service fee, unlimited check writing, free online banking and bill pay.

Compass Bank
8401 Lakeview Parkway
Rowlett, TX 75088
972-705-4720
DISCOUNT: Free checking and savings accounts, free checks, free ATMs anywhere in the world, free safe deposit box.
CTX Mortgage Co.
4975 Preston Park Blvd., 8th Floor
Plano, TX 75093
Contact: Julie Urias
972-985-5241
DISCOUNT: $500 credit on closing costs on mortgage transaction.
Dallas Dodge Chrysler Jeep
11550 LBJ Freeway, Exit 13
Dallas, TX 75238
Contact: Howard Carey
214-683-7079
DISCOUNT - Dallas Dodge Chrysler Jeep will donate $100 to any of the Garland ISD PTAs and other functions as a result of the purchase from any Staff member, Teacher, Student, or their family and friends.
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Meyerson Symphony Center 2301 Flora St.
Dallas, TX 75201
Contact: Hillary Coyle
214-871-4092
DISCOUNT:5-20% discount on merchandise or services.
Dell Computer
Dell Employee Purchase Program
www.dell.com/epp
Member ID: KS29305224
DISCOUNT: Program offers 2-12% discount based on the amount spent in Dell's "Full Catalogue" including additional coupons during the holidays and various times of the year. Additionally, Dell's "Recommended Bundles" feature a fixed price at a greater discount and include a warranty and recommended configuration.
The Dinner Station-Rowlett
8301 Lakeview Parkway
Suite 106
Rowlett, TX 75088
972-499-0234
rowlett@thedinnerstation.com
DISCOUNT: Free dish of choice with the purchase of a package or free carry out (meals assembled at no additional charge-a $15-$25 value)
Ebby Halliday Realtors
4455 Sigma Road
Dallas, TX 75244
Contact: Doug Gallagher
972-980-660
douggallagher@ebby.com
DISCOUNT: Ebby Halliday will provide Garland ISD employees with the ability to receive a cash incentive when purchasing or selling real estate. This incentive will be for 20% of the commission earned in the transaction. On a $150,000 transaction, this typically results in the employee receiving a check for $900.
Freeman Agency
1402 Corinth Street, Suite 130
Dallas , TX 45215
Phone #: 214-421-5657
Freemaninsurance2001@yahoo.com
DISCOUNT: 5-15% discount on services. Discounts available on Auto/Home Insurance, Defensive Dr iving and Ticket Dismissal Classes, and Tax Service/Same Day Refund Service
The Gift of Touch Massage Therapy
1375 E. Campbell Road
(Located within 24 Hour Fitness)
Richardson, TX 75081
Contact: George Owen or Ellen Horn
972-841-7494 or
469-231-3112
DISCOUNT: 15% discount on services
GlobalFit
www.globalfit.com
GlobalFit help line at 1-800-294-1500
(various local participating fitness facilities)
DISCOUNT: Receive up to a 60% discount on gym memberships upon enrolling in a participating GlobalFit network fitness club. In order to receive the discount, employees must enroll through the GlobalFit website at www.globalfit.com or call the GlobalFit help line at 1-800-294-1500. The GlobalFit program is not available to employees that enroll directly with participating health clubs. This promotion can not be combined with any other offer. Discounted prices offered to employees shall be as contained on the GlobalFit website.
Helma’s Porcelain Doll Collectibles
Contact: Helma Vaughan
Phone #: 972-495-3387
DISCOUNT: 20% off all dolls. 30% off with the purchase of 3 or more. Each doll is individually handcrafted with beautiful custom designed clothing and coordinating accessories.
Herb’s Paint and Body Shops
#1 Dallas (LBJ @ Garland Road )
12101 Self Plaza Drive
Phone #: 214-238-4381
DISCOUNT: 10% off of the total repair, up to $250 total discount. Must show your GISD Employee Badge.
LA Fitness
4401 Lakeview Parkway
Rowlett, TX 75089
Phone #: Jason Wicks at 972-463-3301
DISCOUNT: $99.00 Initiation fee and $29.99 monthly membership fee. Proof of employment with GISD must be provided to receive the discount.
Life Time Fitness
5602 Naaman Forest Blvd
Garland , TX 75044
Phone #: 972-496-5000
DISCOUNT: 30% discount on single enrollment fee.
North Central Ford
1819 North Central Expressway
Richardson, TX 75080
Contact: Doug Linebaugh, Director of Vehicle Programs for Educators
Phone: 972-231-3491, Extension 229
DISCOUNT: Vehicle Discounting to X-Plan + $100, excluding specialty vehicles.
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Oakridge Country Club
2800 Diamond Oaks Drive
Garland , TX 75044
Contact: Trecia Hamilton, Membership Director
Phone #: 972-530-8008 ext. 239
DISCOUNT: Special Employee Offer-Annual Golf Membership-$99.95 monthly. Initiation Fee $500 (Waived with promotion). 3 Area Clubs included, Unlimited Green Fees, No Restriction Golf Play, Swimming, Tennis, Fitness, Social Events and Dining at all 3 Clubs.

*Ask how to receive a Free Trip To Vegas for Two! 3 Days and 2 Nights with airfare and hotel included.

Book your next Special Event, Banquet, Awards Dinner or Party and receive a 20% Discount. Book your next upcoming Special Tournament Fundraiser that Benefits any Garland ISD Program and receive a 20% Discount.
Oculens of Garland
1626 Forest Lane
Garland , TX 75042
Phone #: 972-494-2830
DISCOUNT: 20% discount on merchandise or services, including RX Eyeglasses, RX Sunglasses, Plano Sunglasses, Plano Sportsglasses, and RX Sportsglasses. Complete Optical services with an in-house optical lab.
Oxford Learning
5435 N. Garland Ave. #130
Garland, TX 75040
Contact: Jenny Grant
972-675-9505
DISCOUNT: 50% discount on Dynamic Diagnostic Assessment and a 5% discount on tuition.
Payless Shoe Source
3102 Broadway Blvd.
Garland, TX 75043
DISCOUNT: 10% on their 'safeTshoe' brand. A 10% discount will be offered on any other shoe purchases at the same time as the 'safeTshoe'.
PC Housecall
1002 N. Central Expressway
Richardson, TX 75080
Phone-972-234-0655
http://www.pc-housecall.com
Discount: 10% discount on PC support for Home or Office Computer. 5% will be given to the Best Education Foundation.
Planet Beach-Rowlett
3526 Lakeview Parkway
Rowlett, TX
Contact-Ken Jordan
Phone#-972-463-6861
DISCOUNT: 20% discount on merchandise. Buy 2 months VIP Tanning for $55.
Portrait Homes
301 Basil Drive
Garland, TX 75040
Contact: Damon Williamson or James McKay
Phone: 214-325-9827
DISCOUNT: $0 Move in Program and free Washer/Dryer/Refrigerator Promotion
Prime Lending
5220 Spring Valley, Suite 625
Dallas, TX 75254
Contact: Lida Thomas
Phone: 469-569-5432
DISCOUNT: $350 towards appraisal fee.

Professional Bank-Garland
622 Clara Barton
Garland, TX 75042
Contact-Shelly Reed
972-220-0600
sreed@professionalbankna.com
DISCOUNT: Free personal checking accounts at all locations. Other office locations are Lakewood, 2101 Abrams Road, Dallas TX 75214 and Park Cities, 7001 Preston Road, Suite 210, Dallas TX 75205.
Service First Mortgage
3200 Broadway Blvd. #120
Garland, TX 75043
Contact: Jenay Bowen
Contact Phone: 972-864-4973
DISCOUNT: 6.125 Fixed Rate, 30 years. Pay 5% (i.e $5,000 for a $100,000 home) towards Closing Costs and Prepaids. Can be used with FHA, VA or Freddie/Fannie Conventional (can not be used on Niche Products). Bond monies do not need to be repaid. Must be First Time Homebuyer (has not owned property in 3 years), unless if purchasing within specific Targeted Areas. Contact Jenay Bowen for details.
Sparkle Carwash and Lube
12251 Plano Road
Dallas, TX 75243
Contact: Gavin Singh
972-231-3267
DISCOUNT: $3 off any Wash Package. $5 off on Ultimate Wash. $19.99 + tax Oil change-up to 5 quarts of Pennzoil, with free exterior wash. Free Full Service Wash with State Inspection.
Sport City Toyota
12650 LBJ Freeway
Dallas, TX 75228
Contact: Ken Crum
214-535-3305
ken.crum@sbcglobal.net
DISCOUNT: 10% discount on services. No hassle/no haggle fleet pricing on all new and pre-owned vehicles.
Sprint PCS-Employee Programs
3245 Main St.- Suite 235-212
Frisco, TX 75034
Contact: Cheryl Crow
Phone #214-364-9998
DISCOUNT: 15% discount on merchandise or services. Special Offer: 15% off Sprint Rate Plans, Free Cell Phone (Value $150), Free Activation (Value $36), Free Car Charger (Value $19.99), Free Leather Case (Value $9.99), Free Handsfree Earpiece (Value $14.99), Free 2-day shipping. Call 214-364-9998 to take advantage of this Special Offer.
OFFER NOT AVAILABLE IN RETAIL STORES
Note: This offer is for new activations only, however, current Sprint Customers are entitled to the 15% discount. Call 1-877-812-1223 and say you are a State of Texas Employee and provide them NOD#0042560097.
Super Suppers-Rowlett
5000 Rowlett Road
Suite 102
Rowlett, TX 75088
Contact: Sharon Rhodes
972-463-9500
DISCOUNT:$10 off the purchase of 6 entrees, $15 off the purchase of 12 entrees.
Verizon Wireless
5255 George Bush Turnpike
Garland TX 75040
Phone #: 972-414-3094
DISCOUNT: 20% discount on wireless phone service*. 25% discount on all accessories. Instant $50 rebate given with any new line of service-please visit store for complete details.
*Note: The discount on service applies to existing Verizon wireless customers, not just new ones. If you are not already receiving this discount, go to www.verizonwireless.com, click on the "Business" link, choose "Employee Discounts" from the selections shown, then follow the instructions.
The Vision Source – Garland
1138 Beltline Road, Suite 230
Garland , TX 75040
Contact: Dr. Reyna Hernandez
Phone #: 972-495-3997
DISCOUNT: 25% off on all services and materials except disposable contact lenses. 10% off on all disposable contact lenses.
The Vision Source – Wylie
303 South Highway 78, Suite 203
Wylie , TX 75098
Contact: Dr. Craig Schacherer
Phone #: 972-442-2020
DISCOUNT: 25% off on all services and materials except disposable contact lenses. 10% off on all disposable contact lenses.
Wachovia Bank
5080 Beltline Road
Suite 400 E
Addison, TX 75001
Contact: Sian Vrana
Phone #:972-419-3211
DISCOUNT: 100% discount on merchandise or services. GISD Employees will receive free products and services not issued/provided to regular customers.
WR Starkey Mortgage
5055 W. Park Blvd. #300 Plano, TX 75093 Contact: Michelle Hancock email: mhancock@wrstarkey.com Phone: 972-599-5285
DISCOUNT: 50% off Lender Fees. Free Pre-approvals.