While friendship is not mandatory, anything less than professional respect for others will not be tolerated. Rumors, likewise, will not be tolerated. Bring problems to the parties in question. Staff members can not honor confidentiality and take action at the same time. Avoid taking matters into one's own hands.
Matters are best when handled through direct, assertive, professional means.
Van Talk refers to conversations that should not occur in public settings. Whenever someone says Van Talk, the speaker should instantly become quiet and seek out a more private setting to continue the discussion. At awards assemblies, students are expected to applaud all receiving awards. Meals should be eaten as a team whenever possible. It helps to bring the team together.