Several area businesses and organizations offer discounts and deals for employees of Fayette County Public Schools.

Note: These special offers will be reviewed each summer. Companies and agencies providing a discount to FCPS employees must submit updated information by June 1 to Tracy Dennis in HR.

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Retail / shopping

OfficeMax employee purchase program allows any FCPS employee to purchase supplies and other items from Office Max at the same price the district gets them for. Get more information and your retail connect card.  

Office Depot has a discount for FCPS employees, who can register their credit cards to get a 3 percent discount off the retail price in the store. This offer excludes technology and furniture. 

Dell offers special pricing on the purchase of a personal computer or notebook computer. Call (866) 257-4711 and mention member ID KS29322288, or visit this website. You can purchase standardized KETS configurations at KETS institutional pricing. Simply inform the sales consultant that you want a KETS Level 1,2,3 or 4 Desktop, or the KETS level 1,2 or 3 Notebook. You can also purchase consumer models such as the Dimension Desktop or Inspiron Notebook lines. As a FCPS employee, you will receive 5 to 10 percent off consumer pricing based on the system warranty you select. Shipping on all KETS standardized configurations is free.

Microsoft products: KDE makes available select Microsoft products to students, faculty and staff through an academic reseller. Visit http://kde.onthehub.com/ and select the appropriate tab to purchase software at significant discounts (50 to 90 percent off standard retail prices). For example, for staff and faculty Office 2010 is only $10.99. Simply go to the site referenced above and click on the Faculty/Staff tab. Please note that the online pricing is made available exclusively through licensing agreements among the Kentucky Department of Education, the academic reseller, e-academy and select software publishers.

 

AT&T Wireless (formerly Cingular): As part of the district's contract with AT&T, our employees who use AT&T Wireless for their wireless service can receive a 15 percent discount on their bill. Bring this coupon to any AT&T store; proof of employment in the form of an ID badge or pay stub is required.

 

Sprint/Nextel: All FCPS employees are eligible for a 18 percent discount on their personal Sprint PCS account. To apply the discount to your existing plan, start new service or upgrade your current device, please visit this website, call Andrew at (888) 457-6294 or e-mail andrew@evpdiscount.com.

 

Verizon Wireless: FCPS employees save 15 percent off monthly access plans $34.99 and higher. Discounts on service and equipment are available for new and current customers. Head to the website and follow the instructions. For exclusive offers, new services and new equipment, contact sales rep Wes Temple at mailto:wyesli.temple@verizonwirelsss.com or (502) 381-4029.

 

Jack Kain Ford has a special pricing offer for education employees. Proof of employment is required. Contact Terry Fisher at (859) 873-6666.

 

Toyota on Nicholasville offers dealer and factory incentives. Contact Hunter Reeves at (859) 887-4200.

 

Sam's Club is offering gift cards to FCPS employees who sign up for a new membership or renew an existing membership before Feb. 29, 2012.

 

PODS is offering FCPS employees $20 off the first month's rent of a PODS container. Use the promo code and visit their website for more details.

 

Health / lifestyle

Living Well is a fun, rewarding way to get more active each day. It’s kind of like a frequent flier program for state employees who take better care of themselves. Visit Humana Vitality or call Mindy Wallin at (502) 476-5606.

Gyms/fitness centers: Several offer special packages.

Massage Envy in Hamburg has discount programs for employees and their families. Call (859) 258-2200 and mention you are an FCPS employee or visit their website.

 

Salon Icon on Clays Mill is offering a 15 percent discount on one hair service per visit. Call Christina at (859) 338-7624.

 

Locust Trace Veterinary Clinic offers various services for small and large animals, and FCPS employees and students receive a 10 percent discount. | Hours and details

 

Leisure /travel

Kentucky State Parks offer a discount to state employees and retirees through March 31, 2012. Learn more about the Commonwealth Connection.

AAA can help around the clock with everything from cars, driving and travel needs to insurance, banking and loans. Visit AAA Bluegrass for details.

Home / financial service

Tax time: The Central Kentucky Economic Empowerment Project offers free tax preparation and filing for households making less than $49,000. The service aims to help people claim overlooked tax credits and receive the tax returns they have earned. Dial 2-1-1 for an appointment with a trained volunteer certified by the IRS.

Freddie Mac is offering a refinancing opportunity for educators called Neighborhood Solutions.

Fifth Third Bank offers a Membership Advantage program for FCPS employees. Learn more about Fifth Third Bank, which also offers a mortgage closing-cost special and easy refinance.

The Health and Education Federal Credit Union: Learn more about your member-owned credit union.

Commonwealth Credit Union is Kentucky's largest credit union. If you need a safe and friendly place to save or borrow, then you can take advantage of this fringe benefit of your employment.

Liberty Mutual offers a group discount on auto, home and renters insurance.