what would happen if my dad tried to keep my sister and I from going to school?
466645
Education is mandatory in the U.S. Not sending a child to school constitutes abuse. Your dad might lose custody of you and your sister.
1051188
Mmmm. You'll definitely have to tell your father.\n\nWhy? Because of your sister. If you mother continues with that relationship, she will soon got married with that other guy, or invite him to stay @ home, etc., and that will be a total stranger in your house, which can go over your little sister.\n\nYour mother is not correct in telling you that you have no right to interfere with her life; BUFF!! WRONG!!! Until you get married and have your own place, until your sister got married or have her own place, you MUST interfere in your mother's life, because all her decisions will have consequences on you, your sister, and your father also.\n\nGo and tell your father, for real, get prepared, because cloudy/dark days will come by... Good luck!
664895
You parents need some Parenting Help!\nI'm sorry it happened to you and it doesn't help at all if the one who should be neutral and don't take sides, your parents, do the same to you. \nI couldn't think of any solution other than to write your parents how you feel when your sister do things like that to you and so are your parents reaction when it happened. As long as you open up your feelings to them, keep on hoping that they would not do the same thing in the future. If they still do, try to go to your school (if you're still in school) counselor or priest/pastor or any relatives closest to you and ask for help to intervene with the way your parents behave.
1029135
in Ohio the parent can give the child up as unruly. then they become a ward of the state. the child would go to a Foster home.the parent might have to pay for support. but that would be fair best of luck to parent and child.I do care,It is to bad they only have one set of parents.por child must feel so unwanted and unloved.Thats why I got in a lot of trouble.I didn't have anyone who really cared they were to busy.Much like you many parents. My dad worked all the time my stepmother didn't give a damn
1093468
Ha, ha. This is a riot!! For your brother, I mean. If you are required to take summer classes to make up or complete work not done or failed, and you do not go, then you would have to repeat those classes and possibly the entire grade. It seems sensible to me that you would have asked that answer of someone in charge at the school before making a decision not to attend. Where the heck are your parents in all of this? Do they even care?\n\nI would hope they did.
419187
sometimes it seeems worse then it is, have yout tried talking to your father about it, maybe there is a school counsellor that can offer advice if you dont have extended family to go to. if you live with your mum then you probably dont have to see much of your dads girlfriend.
1174389
Everyone is saying small claims court, but your question was how to relieve stress and that would make more.  Besides even if he won you cant make people pay money they don't have.  The best thing for you to do for him  is to be supportive.  I know it is hard when you want something you cannot afford, tell your dad you love him and he doesn't need to buy you fancy things for you to love him.  Its a shame that your sister ruined things for you and your sister.  The sad truth is things may not get better.  You can help him by getting a part time after school job to help out buying the things you and your sister need.  I know you love your dad and respect him more than your sister does, so step up to the plate and be the bigger person.  Its a hard lesson of life, but you will be a much better person for it.  And I guarantee you will never disrespect or take advantage of anyone.  You will never end up like your sister.  And how you should deal with your sister is tell her she is hurting the family. (if you have already done this, good)  Let her know you cannot respect her until she makes it right. Then leave her alone, don't make any time for her, pretty much ignore her.  That's all you really can do.  Good Luck , I hope things get better.
859229
It isn't illegal. It is unlikely the law will intervene if your sister is going to school or college or working; and/or living in a good environment with you.\n\nThe law is all about the "best interests of the minor".\n\nIf we knew the state or country involved we could be more specific.
826231
Ask your dad to get a lawyer and tell him you're being abused, take to a school councilor. Since you're old enough to make your own choice the judge may let you!
63305
I am a teacher.\n\nI will certainly give you the opportunity to do the work again.  I would not penalize you for the late work.  I think you've suffered enough.\n\nHowever, get your Mom / Dad to write a note to me.  There's no replacement for parental support.\n\nAnother consideration is this.  A student's track record in a class is golden.  Teachers, well I do, notice this, and I take it into account.
351503
Sounds like someone is trying to hold you back. Ask you parents or HelpDesk for further instructions.
1184748
truancy is a crime, so if you don't go to school, you can be placed in juvenile "jail" where you will get an education you didn't expect.\nRunning away, by itself, is not a crime, but where will you go?  who will protect you?  how will you feed, clothe and shelter yourself SAFELY?  If your parents are truly abusive, call your local crisis clinic and ask for help.  If your parents are just being strict, go with it.  Unless they are unfit (druggies, abusers, etc), they will have your best interests at heart.
569590
There's nothing you can do about it.  Legally she has every right to it.  I know how you feel, my parents did the same thing to me when I was a kid.  Hey, why aren't you in school?
1140746
From my experience, coming home late or breaking curfew was a major way of testing my parents trust. Considering your ages, I am surpised that your parents are so restrictive. Ask yourself, what is this 'bad' that they think you're doing? Did your parents come from deeply religious families? Were your parents also restricted by their parents? What about her parents? It may not be fair, or make a whole lot of sense these days, but that could explain some of their methods. Do you or your girlfriend have troubled pasts, maybe trouble with the law? Did you ever have a truancy problem with school? Don't think that I am blaming their behavior on you, I just want you to think of all  possibile reasons. It almost sounds like you two live a bit far away from eachother, and that might explain why you're only allowed to see eachother twice a week, and talk on the phone for only half an hour a day. Have I nailed it yet? No? Okay, parents may not seem to make any sense some of the time, but they are your parents. Like it or not they have say into your relationships. The more you show respect for them and their wishes, usually the more trust they'll have for you. So if you're considering sneaking around after dark or anything like that, don't try it. Chances are you'll get caught, and just imagine how often you'd get to see her then? Probably not at all. I know this is a hard time for you both, you're almost legal adults, but until you turn the magic age of 18, you just have to bite down and endure this. You will get through this, just be patient with her and your parents. I am going to assume that talking with your parents wont make much of a difference, but there is nothing wrong with trying. Ask them what it is that they fear so much, and do your best to put that fear to rest. Assure them that you intend to follow their wishes, and do so when you're out with her. If they see that you're true to your word, the less likely they are to shorten the leash. I get the feeling that their fear is your sexual activity. It is my personal opinion that you two are at the ages when your sexuality is your business, however a parent will feel like your business is always their business. You can be 50 years old, and they'll still consider you their baby. Being that your sexuality is your business, I hope you wont mind if I give you a piece of advice: protect you and your girlfriend and use a condom every time. Anyway, you will get through this, I promise. Good luck.
781565
If dad was having the affair, I'd have to live with mom, but if she was making my life a living hell for something I didn't do, I couldn't stay with her either.  I'm over 18, so I'd just move out.
795197
this is your sister... your mothers daughter im sure she isnt going to damage or steal all her stuff but if you are really worried talk to a lawer before any thing happens
959014
You need to get help from Family and Children Services, they can help you with finishing your education, find daycare for your child and help you get on your feet and get away from this abusive situation with your father. They are in the Phone Book.