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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.

A+ Realtors: 1209 Homer Johnson Lane
Garland, TX 75044
Contact: Sharon B. Arnold
Phone #: 972-979-4860; Discount: 25% discount on commissions earned. GISD employees will receive a cash incentive of 25% of the commissions earned on any real estate transaction when A+ Realtor lists an employee's home or helps an employee with the purchase of a new home. On a $200,000 purchase price, this would typically result in a cash incentive of $1,500 to the employee. This amount is generally paid towards the closing costs on the transaction.
AAA Texas Membership: Contact: Solomon Simpson
Phone #: 214-599-7743
Email: 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).
AM Boot Camp/Your Personal Trainer: 525 E. Centerville Rd.
Garland, TX 75041
Contact: Tony Woods
Phone #: 972-864-1800; Discount: $20 off the regular boot camp registration fee.
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
Phone #: 469-323-6875; DISCOUNT: Closing Cost Discounts up to $500
Brakes USA: Rockwall Location:
802 S. Goliad
Rockwall, TX 75087
Contact: David Hanna
Phone #: 972-771-2282; Rowlett Location:
3000 Lakeview Parkway
Rowlett, TX 75088
Contact: Steve Pruitt
Phone #: 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
Carter Eye Center: 5315 N. Central Expressway
Dallas, TX 75205
Contact: Christy Davis
Phone #: 214-750-1962; DISCOUNT: 50% off LASIK (does not include IntraLASIK) through December 31, 2008. 35% off LASIK starting January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009.
Chase Bank: 6602 Dalrock
Rowlett, TX 75089
Contact: Jason Tanksley or Mary Baldwin
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.
Citibank, N.A.: 3431 Broadway Blvd.
Garland, TX 75043
Contact: Darla McCauley
Phone #: 972-864-3549; DISCOUNT: Free checking and ATM offsite charges. First check order free.
Compass Bank: 8401 Lakeview Parkway
Rowlett, TX 75088
Phone #: 972-705-4720; DISCOUNT: Free checking and savings accounts, free checks, free ATMs anywhere in the world, free safe deposit box.
Coldwell Banker Apex: 4016 Rowlett Road
Rowlett, TX 75088
Contact: Chris Tumey
Phone#: 972-880-4003

DISCOUNT: Buy or sell a home with Chris Tumey and receive 1% of the sales price towards your closing costs. For example, with a $200,000 transaction you will receive $2,000 towards closing.
Cornerstone Chem-Dry: Contact: Rachel Wright
Phone #: 972-690-7272; DISCOUNT: 3 areas (up to 300 square feet) for $89.95, or protectant for $15 per room (up to 200 square feet) or $50 off any tile and grout cleaning.
CTX Mortgage Co.: 4975 Preston Park Blvd., 8th Floor
Plano, TX 75093
Contact: Julie Urias
Phone #: 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
Phone #: 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
Phone #: 214-871-4092; DISCOUNT:5-20% discount on merchandise or services.
David Weekley Homes-Brick Row: 680 Matthew Place
Richardson, TX 75081
Contact: Sanju Surtani
Phone #: 972-323-7557; DISCOUNT:$8,000 Incentive through June 30, 2010.
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
Phone #: 972-499-0234
Email: 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)
Dish Systems: Contact: Kevin Scobee
Phone: 866-395-9955
Email: kscobee@dish-systems.com
Website: www.dish-systems.com/garlandisd; DISCOUNT: 20% discount on merchandise or service. $75 American Express reward card for new customers activating with Dish-Systems. Free HBO and Showtime for 3 months, free Digital Video Recorder (DVR) upgrades, fee HD receivers up to 3 rooms, free standard professional installation for up to 4 rooms, $24.99 for Dish for 1 year. Upon installation from a local technician the $75 reward card will be sent to the employee equating to a savings of more than 20% off normal programming costs.
Do It All Plumbing: 299 Bently Drive
Lavon, TX 75166
Contact: Norman Bundrant
Phone #: 469-487-9209; DISCOUNT:10% off total plumbing and labor charges.
Ebby Halliday Realtors: 4455 Sigma Road
Dallas, TX 75244
Contact: Doug Gallagher
Phone #: 972-980-660
Email: 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.
Ewing Buick Pontiac GMC: 11438 LBJ Freeway
Dallas, TX 75238
Contact: Tim Stolp
Phone #: 214-328-8411; DISCOUNT: 10% discount on parts or service(s).
Freeman Agency: 1402 Corinth Street, Suite 130
Dallas, TX 45215
Phone #: 214-421-5657
Email: 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
Gexa Energy: Contact: Duone Byars
Phone #: 713-401-5614; DISCOUNT: Garland ISD employees can receive a 3% discount off Gexa Energy's advertised rates when you sign up for select electricity plans. Choose from several discounted plans to fit your lifestyle, including our 6, 12 and 24 month Gexa Guaranteed service plans and our Gexa Green renewable - 100% wind energy plans. Make the switch today and start saving! To take advantage of this discount, use Promo Code GARISD at www.GexaEnergy.com or by calling 1-866-441-4392.
The Gift of Touch Massage Therapy: 1375 E. Campbell Road
(Located within 24 Hour Fitness)
Richardson, TX 75081
Contact: George Owen or Ellen Horn
Phone #: 972-841-7494 or 469-231-3112; DISCOUNT: 15% discount on services
GISD Online Degree Program: Family members of GISD employees now eligible for online degree program; GISD's online degree program has been extended to include family members of district employees.

The affordable online associates, bachelors, and master’s degree programs are earned from highly respected colleges and universities across the country. These degrees are offered at preferred tuition rates and are available for employees and immediate family members. To qualify for the preferred tuition rates you must be an employee or the parent, child, or spouse of an employee.; To learn more about education degrees, please visit www.garlandisd.auspartnerships.com
Go-Part Discount Auto Parts: 1-877-321-PART
www.go-part.com; DISCOUNT: 15% discount on all merchandise, with no restrictions and no minimum purchase required. Mention GARLAND15 to the operator on the phone or enter in the discount code area during online checkout.
Hawaiian Falls Waterpark
Great Wolf Lodge: 100 Great Wolf Drive
Grapevine, TX 76051; DISCOUNT: 20% off of our best available rate on any room type.
Hawaiian Falls Waterpark: 4550 N. Garland Ave.
Garland, TX 75040; DISCOUNT: Single Day Tickets- $15.99 + tax. Season Passes-$59.99 + tax. To purchase tickets go to www.hfalls.com -join the Coconut Club-password is GISD (case sensitive).
Healing Circle Center: 2829 Saturn Rd#108
Firth Plaza
Garland, TX 75041
Contact: Tzivia Stein-Barrett
Phone: 214-232-5159; DISCOUNT: Low cost Restorative Yoga Classes-$30 for 4 class card, good for 2 months. First Class is free. 25% discount on Massage Therapy-please see website-HealingCircleCenter.org
Herb’s Paint and Body Shops
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.
Home Beautiful Decor: 2110 N. Galloway Ave. #135 (Next to Hobby Lobby)
Mesquite, TX 75150
Phone #: 972-288-0705

DISCOUNT: 10% discount on merchandise
Gable Realty Group: Contact: Nathan Malka
Phone #: 214-866-0166

DISCOUNT: A cash incentive of 20% of the commission earned in the transaction. For example, with a $200,000 transaction you will receive a check in the amount of $1,200 to use as you wish.
LA Fitness: 4401 Lakeview Parkway
Rowlett, TX 75089
Phone #: 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.
Legacy Homes: 232 San Jacinto
Lavon, TX 75116
Contact: Damon Williamson
Phone #: 214-325-9827; DISCOUNT: $0 Move in package ($6,000 value) and a Side by Side Refrigerator with icemaker/water ($1,200 value). This discount is available at Grand Heritage in Lavon only.
Life Time Fitness: 5602 Naaman Forest Blvd
Garland , TX 75044
Phone #: 972-496-5000; DISCOUNT: 30% discount on single enrollment fee.
Massage Envy-Rowlett: 4301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 600
Rowlett, TX 75088
Contact: Morgan Tucker
Phone: 972-463-0101; DISCOUNT: 10% Discount on merchandise or service(s). Membership discounted rate $44 month. Referral Program rewards members with free sessions. First session only $39 for a 60 minute session.
MetLife: 5400 LBJ Freeway, #1285
Dallas, TX 75240
Contact: Kevin G. Wortham
Phone #: 469-544-9344; DISCOUNT: Any GISD employee with a 403(b) or life insurance with MetLife will receive a 10% discount on auto/home insurance purchased with MetLIfe and a free Snoopy stuffed animal.
Montclair Estates-Independent Retirement Community: 801 La Prada Drive
Garland, TX 75043
Contact: Cindy Carmichael
Phone #: 972-686-5633; DISCOUNT: 15% discount on monthly rent. 15% off listed market rates to retired GISD employees or family members of employees.
North Central Ford: 1819 North Central Expressway
Richardson, TX 75080
Contact: Doug Linebaugh, Director of Vehicle Programs for Educators
Phone #: 972-231-3491, Ext. 229; DISCOUNT: Vehicle Discounting to X-Plan + $100, excluding specialty vehicles.
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
Phone #: 972-675-9505; DISCOUNT: 50% discount on Dynamic Diagnostic Assessment and a 5% discount on tuition.
Pat Lobb Toyota of McKinney: 3350 South Central Expressway
McKinney, TX 75070
Contact: Randy Ciskowski
Phone #: 972-742-4580; DISCOUNT: 10% discount on parts and services. Fixed percentage over dealer cost on all new and pre-owned vehicles. Discounts are applicable to all Garland ISD employees and their immediate family members. Interested participants must contact Randy Ciskowski to receive the discounts.
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
Website: www.pc-housecall.com; DISCOUNT: 10% discount on PC support for Home or Office Computer. 5% will be given to the Best Education Foundation.
Pete and Mac's Pet Resort: 6150 Riverside Drive, Irving TX 75039
3365 Premier Drive, Plano TX 75023
Contact: Cami Culpepper
Phone #: Irving-972-717-5500
Phone #: Plano-972-881-7387; DISCOUNT: Free 1st night of first visit (new customers only, 1 time only). 10% discount on lodging room rate. $10 guest batch with paid daycare day. 10% discount on daily daycare rates. Free Pet ID Card. Membership in Pete and Mac's Frequent Users Reward Club.
Planet Beach-Rowlett: 3526 Lakeview Parkway
Rowlett, TX
Contact: Ken Jordan
Phone #: 972-463-6861; DISCOUNT: 1) Free Photolight Facial OR Teeth Whitening with purchase of $50 or more (can not be combined with other offers). 2) Buy One, Get One Free (applies to any service). 3) 20% off all Lotions & Skincare Products.
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
PrimeLending: 1002 Raintree Circle Suite 100
Allen, TX 75013
Contact: Nick DePalma
Phone #: 469-277-1881
Email: ndepalma@primelending.com
: DISCOUNT: PrimeLending will provide Garland ISD employees with the ability to receive a cash incentive when purchasing or selling real estate. The incentive will be 20% of the commission earned by the realtor assigned to you through the PrimeBenefit program. On a $200,000 transaction, this typically would result in the employee receiving a check for $1,200. Please call or email to find out about additional incentives through the PrimeBenefit program.
Professional Bank-Garland: 622 Clara Barton
Garland, TX 75042
Contact: Shelly Reed
Phone #: 972-220-0600
Email: 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.
Rapid Response Roadside Assistance: Contact: Marlena Callahan
Phone #: 972-835-7981; DISCOUNT:40% discount on merchandise or service. Lockouts-$30, Jump Starts-$30, Tire Change $30, Fuel Delivery-$30 plus cost of fuel.
Richardson Auto Glass: 605 S. Sherman
Suite 605Q
Richardson, TX 75080
Contact: Steve Moore
Phone #: 972-238-1851; DISCOUNT: Free mobile service and discounted glass special.
Rusty Wallis Honda/VW Motors: 12635 LBJ Freeway
Garland, TX 75041
Contact: Scott Moore, Jeffrey Torres or Anthony Reyna
Phone #: 214-349-5559; DISCOUNT: Fleet and internet pricing on all Rusty Wallis products. 10% discount on merchandise or service(s).
Service First Mortgage: 3200 Broadway Blvd. #120
Garland, TX 75043
Contact: Jenay Bowen
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.
Shoscape Wholesale Nursery: 1901 Holford Road
Garland, TX 75044
Contact: Ben Harrell or Norma Pedroza
Phone #: 972-414-3200; DISCOUNT:10% off any non-sale item
ShutterSpire Photography: Contact: Christina Truelove
Phone #: 214-516-5088

DISCOUNT: 20% discount on merchandise or service.
Sparkle Carwash and Lube: 12251 Plano Road
Dallas, TX 75243
Contact: Gavin Singh
Phone #: 972-231-3267; DISCOUNT: $3 off any Wash Package. $5 off on Ultimate Wash. $24.99 + 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: Ed Allen
Phone #: 214-282-5084
Email: ed_allen@sporticitytoyota.com; DISCOUNT: Purchase through our Fleet Department using invoice based pricing on all available models.
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
Phone #: 972-463-9500; DISCOUNT:$10 off the purchase of 6 entrees, $15 off the purchase of 12 entrees.
T-Mobile, USA: 7668 Warren Parkway
Frisco, TX 75034
Contact: Joshua Chun
Phone #: 469-360-1078
Email: joshua.chun@t-mobile.com; DISCOUNT: T-Mobile offers a 15% discount on monthly service (does not apply to PrePay and FlexPay Accounts), waiver of activation fee ($35 per line) and promotional handset discounts. For new or existing customers who want to start new service or add additional lines to a current T-Mobile account, please call Premier Discount Program at 1-866-464-8662 and give promotional code 12804 TMOFAV. For existing customers who want to receive a 15% discount on current monthly service (does not apply to PrePay and FlexPay accounts) please call Discount Migration at 1-877-453-8824 and provide Corporate ID 5030993. Any questions or issues, contact Joshua Chun at joshua.chun@t-mobile.com
Verizon Wireless: 5255 George Bush Turnpike
Garland TX 75040
Phone #: 972-414-3094; DISCOUNT: 25% discount on wireless phone service*. 25% discount on all accessories. Take advantage of Buy One, Get One Free discounts. See store for 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: Christopher Goodman
Phone #: 972-599-5403
Email: cgoodman@wrstarkey.com; DISCOUNT: 50% off origination fee (ex. on a loan amount of $200,000 the standard origination fee would be $2,000. Your benefit would be a $1,000 savings)