In my e-mail:

Save the Date: Saturday, August 4th: Teacher Appreciation Day
GET 10% OFF YOUR TOTAL PURCHASE*
Plus:
-Free coffee and donuts
-Free planner to first 100 teachers at each store

*Teachers must show a valid school ID for discount and to enter sweepstakes. See official rules in store.

The sweepstakes they're referring to is something separate from this deal. Details for the sweepstakes can be found at http://www.biglots.com/Teachers/sweeps.aspx

Thanks. No stores near me, but I entered the contest anyhow.

Thanks, a new teacher here needs all the help he can get :)