Spring Spirit Week 2026
Geckos in Bloom: Grow Your Pride
March 23–27, 2026
Spring Spirit Week 2026 invites students, faculty, and staff to celebrate community, connection, and Gecko pride across GateWay’s campuses. With a fresh start after spring break, this week is designed to spark school spirit, strengthen campus connections, and highlight the people and programs that make GateWay thrive.
Join us for a week full of sustainability, service, fun, and game-day energy!
Monday, March 23
Geckos Go Green Sustainability Event
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
AF Courtyard, Washington Campus
Celebrate sustainability, community care, and the launch of the new Green Geckos Sustainability Club.
Wear something green or show off your thrifted OOTD!
Activities include:
- Clothing swap
- BYOT (Bring your own tote)
- Optional, bring 3-10 pieces of clothing to swap
- Requirements:
- Pre-Washed
- Gently Used: No stains or holes
- No Jewelry
- Shoes are welcome
- No undergarments
- Plastic bag donations benefiting St. Mary’s Food Bank and Gecko Grocery
- Sustainability resource booths
- Club Expo
- NEW Green Geckos! - Sustainability Club
- Free seeds for gardening
Tuesday, March 24
Jersey Day
All Day | All Campuses
Show your team spirit by wearing your favorite sports team jersey. Snap a photo and tag @geckos.studentlife on Instagram. We’ll reshare select photos to highlight GateWay spirit across our community.
Stop by Student Life to pick up a free piece of GateWay swag as a thank-you for participating.
Geckos' Governing Board Presentation
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Livestream, click here!
Tune into the livestream to see our GateWay SLC student leaders and GWECHS student ambassadors presenting to the governing board.
Wednesday, March 25
Wear Your Gecko Pride
All Day | All Campuses
Rock your GateWay shirts, hats, pins, and gear and show your Gecko pride!
Spring Bash x Tailgate Pre-Game Party
10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
AF Courtyard, Washington Campus
Hosted by the Student Leadership Council, this high-energy event builds momentum ahead of Friday’s Spirit Game.
Highlights include:
- Music
- Popcorn and lemonade
- Club Expo
- Field day activities
- Face paint and swag to prep for Friday’s game
Spring Bash & Gecko Service Day — Central City
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
A lively midday gathering designed to spark connection and campus pride.
Enjoy:
- Pizza and games
- Music and socializing
- Meet-and-greet opportunities with departments, including Student Life
Service Opportunity: Empathy & Ink
Write a support letter to seniors in a partner senior home and make a small gesture of kindness with a big impact.
Thursday, March 26
Spring Bash & Gecko Service Day — Deer Valley
10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Enjoy pizza, games, music, and campus connection — plus another opportunity to participate in Empathy & Ink and give back through service.
Faculty & Staff Art Exhibit Closing Reception
4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
GateWay Art Gallery, MA1132 (Student Life), Washington Campus
Explore the creativity and talent of GateWay faculty and staff. Students, employees, and community members are invited to enjoy refreshments while viewing artwork in the gallery.
Friday, March 27
Spring Spirit Game
3 – 5 p.m.
Gene Autry Park
4125 E. McKellips Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205
Cheer on GateWay Baseball as we close out Spring Spirit Week together.
Transportation available for students:
- Depart Washington Campus (Center for Student Life & Leadership): 2 p.m.
- Return: Approximately 5:30 p.m.
- Students are encouraged to attend, bring friends, and help create a spirited game-day atmosphere.
100 Acts of Gecko Kindness
All Week | All Campuses
As a College of Wellbeing, GateWay celebrates service, compassion, and community impact. During Spring Spirit Week 2026, we invite students and employees to help us reach our shared goal of 100 Acts of Gecko Kindness.
Whether you give, serve, volunteer, or simply brighten someone’s day, every act matters.
Progress toward our goal will be tracked and displayed in Student Life so we can celebrate our collective impact together.
How to Participate:
- Step 1: Choose an act of kindness that is meaningful to you.
- Step 2: Complete the Spirit Week Kindness Form to let us know how you’re participating.
- Step 3: Find a time during Spirit Week that works with your schedule (coordinate with your department or supervisor if needed).
- Step 4: Make your impact — and have fun doing it.
Ways to Participate
On-Campus Giving
- Donate clothing
- Contribute to the Library Book Drive
- Donate hygiene or household items to support Gecko Grocery
- Give to GateWay student support funds, including the Student Emergency Fund or Greatest Needs Fund
Hands-On Service
- Volunteer in the Center for Student Life (MA1132 – Washington Campus)
- Assist with hygiene kit packing
Future Impact
- Sign up for an upcoming St. Mary’s service opportunity
- Join a civic engagement event
- Connect with Student Life to explore additional volunteer opportunities