Dear Eco Hub families,

Welcome 2025! We had such an exciting first month back, welcoming new learners, going on fun trips and starting a new sprint of Adelante, one which was led by one of our amazing learners! Don’t forget to watch the videos from our Learners below to find out what are some big questions we are tackling in this cycle’s Explora, Connect, and Imagine building blocks. 

Warmly,

Guille & The Eco Hub Team

✨Learning Highlights
In this section, you'll find highlights from our Building Blocks and programs

Overview of cycle 2's Building Blocks and outputs

As we kick off this new cycle, learners will be exploring big questions and enduring understandings across our Building Blocks. In the document below, you’ll find an overview of each Building Block, the key skills being developed, and the projects learners will be working on.

Feel free to use this as a starting point for conversations with your learners about their experiences and discoveries!

Curious About Our Exploratory Building Blocks? 🎨🔬🌍

Want to know what learners are diving into during Imagine, Explora, and Connect? Hear directly from them as they share their discoveries, projects, and experiences! Stay tuned for their insights and creativity. 

Fun excursions! 🚌

The new cycle is off to an exciting start, with learners diving into thought-provoking themes and hands-on experiences right from week one! From uncovering the impact of entertainment on society at the Pixar Exhibition to exploring the world of design at the Disseny Hub, and even connecting across generations through heartfelt interviews at Torre Marina residential home—learners are engaging with the world in meaningful and inspiring ways. Check out some of the incredible moments from their first week back!

📣 Announcements
In this section you will find relevant announcements

Transitioning plan for Pioneers (Year 2)

As we approach the end of the year, our Year 2 Pioneers are preparing for their next learning journey! To support this transition, the Learning Team has designed a structured plan outlining key milestones, guidelines, and important dates.

You’ll find the transition in the following link. We encourage you to review it, even if your learner is still not a Year 2 Pioneer, as there are information meetings that you might be interested in!

Morning drop-off reminder

This is a gentle reminder for learners to arrive by 08:50 to ensure they are ready to start Real Talk promptly at 09:00 to avoid interruptions when the session has started and help your learner(s) transition into the morning. Thank you!

LAST CALL cycle 1 Parent Survey

If you have not already completed our cycle 1 survey, we would love your feedback right here. THANK YOU!

Monthly menu

Please find in this link the menu for February.

360s in cycle 2 and 3

As a reminder, please find the key dates for the learners’ 360s in cycle 2 and 3:

Cycle 2’s 360s: 31/03 - 04/04

Cycle 3’s 360s: 04/06 - 11/06

Join us for a meaningful run!

Learnlife staff will run this year in the 13th Annual Charity Race for Minority Diseases! We’re excited to extend the invitation to our Eco Hub community to take part in this event that raises funds for under-researched rare conditions, supporting the GRENBA group for Neuromuscular and Neuropediatric Research at l’Institut de Recerca IGTP (Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol). 

Event Details:

• 📅 When: February 23rd at 9:30 AM

• 📍 Where: Rambla Badalona, Roca i Pi, Badalona

• 🏃‍♂️ Distance Options: 5K (walk or run—open to all fitness levels!)

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who Can Join: Learners, families & the Learnlife team

• 💰 Cost: €13 (with a chip) | €15 (without a chip)

This is a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy movement, and support a great cause. Whether you're an experienced runner or just want to have fun while contributing, we’d love to see you there!

📆 Key dates
Save the date! Here you will find important dates and events

• February 3 - Pioneers’ visit to Torre Marina Residence

• February  4 - Discoverers’ visit to Torre Marina Residence

• February 12 - Transitioning requirements for transitioning Pioneers info session (online) 3:00 - 4:00 pm - Link to meeting

• February 14  - Pioneers visit Urban Hub 09:00 - 1:00

• February 14 - Optional info session for Pioneers families at Urban Hub - 1:00 - 2:00, followed by an optional lunch for learners and families near the Hub. Families will need to pay for this, but Joyce and/or Maria will be there to host all of you.

• February 21  - Pioneers visit Village Hub 09:00 - 1:00

• February 21 - Optional info session for Pioneers families at Village Hub - 1:00 - 2:00, followed by an optional lunch for learners and families near the Hub. Families will need to pay for this, but Joyce and/or Maria will be there to host all of you.

• February 27 - Carnival celebration (3pm - 4:30pm)

• February 28 - Parent Coffee

• March 3 - 7 - Semana Blanca Break

📌 Parent Hub corner
A note from Parent Hub

Save the Date: Our Carnival celebration! 🎭🎉

Mark your calendars! Our upcoming Carnival celebration will take place on Thursday, February 27 at 3:00-4:30pm, and we can’t wait to welcome families to join in the fun! This year the theme is Carnival & Circus! 🎪🎭

We’re also on the lookout for parents who can share a special trick or talent—big or small! Whether it’s juggling, a magic trick, or something extraordinary, we’d love to have you be part of the show. Please reach out to Ody and stay tuned for more details later this month! 

🌿 Calling All Plant Lovers! 🌿

We’d love to add more greenery to our space! We’re specifically looking for Bougainvillea, Banana trees (Musa species), or Pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana). We will carry out the planting day Saturday 15th of February. 

If you have any of these plants to share, we’d be so grateful! Please coordinate with Andreas to arrange drop-off.

Thank you for helping us grow! 

Join the Fun—We Need Volunteers!🎉

We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help bring our Cycle 2 & 3 events to life! Whether it’s lending a hand with logistics, sharing a special skill, or getting involved in the fun, we’d love your support. Let us know how you can help by signing up here! Thanks for being part of our community! 

👀 Snippets of Learnlife
In this section you will find key aspects of our model, so you have a better understanding and can become a Learnlife expert!

Conflict Resolution Steps

Today, in our monthly Parent Coffee, we had the opportunity to dive deep into one of the key tools from our Behavior Expectations Policy: the Conflict Resolution Steps. This tool is effective at managing conflicts constructively, fostering growth and positive relationships both at school and at home.

At the primary years level (and at any point in life, really), conflicts are inevitable. However, what can be addressed is the way these are handled. At the Eco Hub, we follow a specific process to mediate conflicts:

• 1. Cool off – Calm down and acknowledge emotions.

• 2. Share, listen, check – Each person shares their feelings and the other person listens and repeats back what the other person said.

• 3. Take responsibility – Acknowledge actions and how they impacted others.

• 4. Brainstorm solutions – Find win-win solutions.

• 5. Choose a solution

• 6. Affirm, forgive, or thank – Close the conflict with mutual respect.

More information, here.