determination and satisfaction

reducing parent complaints

Gym Jag:


complain-12. Have a clear, written information packet about team philosophy, policies and procedures. …

4. Commit to an atmosphere of collaboration and good faith. …

6. Make sure parents know whom they need to go to for what. …

10. Document any injuries or physical complaints and follow up with parents immediately. …

11. Give all kids equal attention. …

14. Be very clear about move up criteria. …

15 TIPS TO ELIMINATE PARENT COMPLAINTS FOREVER

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anti-gravity device

If you drop a bunch of neodymium magnets down through a thick-walled copper pipe, an effect called eddy current braking will slow the magnets’ fall even though there’s no direct magnetic attraction between the copper and the magnets. …

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I’m wanting to make a magnetic suit so I can drop slowly to Earth through a giant copper tube.

Vault – the Skinner?

Nico on GymFever2012 linked to this awesome feat.