Is paying this $7,000.00 school bill off soon possible?

Question

This is a long question, hope someone can answer.

OK, so I'm 14 and in the 9th grade. Ever since I've been in preschool, I've gone to a Christian school all my life, up until this year. This is the same for my 12 year old sister. Not this school year, but the past, my parents got divorced, and my mom suffered a few financial difficulties. We moved out of our house and put it up for sale, and, unknown to us, my mom told the school she'd pay the year's tuition off at the end of the year with the money we'd get from selling the house. Well, what do you know, the house didn't sell. My mom is now in debt of 7,000 dollars to the school and we're going to a public school this year. Going to this school just flat out sucks. I have no friends, I'm barely social, and it has caused my sister and I some emotional problems (i.e. seperation anxiety, on/off depression).

I'll be adding more, please don't answer until you've read it all.

My dad is receiving about a 13,000 dollar retirement check soon, which is about our only hope of paying it off, but if I ask him to do it, he'll only say that it's our mom's responsibility, or at least that's what I think will happen. I could get a part time job, but that would get us nowhere. I wish some miracle would happen and we could pay it off very soon, but so far no luck. Is there any way at all that this would be possible?

My dad might do it, but he hasn't said he will. He was planning on buying a car with that money, but he says after bills he'll only have about 8,000, and he might not have enough to get a car. If only he knew how much I hate my new school, he might consider it.

Answer 1

I'm sorry your parents divorced. Your house isn't selling because the price is too high. Your mom either needs to lower the price or rent it out. You should go ahead and ask your dad to pay. You guys are his kids so therefore his responsibility. Getting a part time job will not even come close to paying off your tuition. If you get a job, use the money for clothes and entertainment. Your problem is that your parents are selfish. Your parents call themselves Christians but Christ said divorce was a sin (Matthew 5:31-32).

Get ready. You're gonna end up in public school. For your sake, I hope the public schools in your area are any good. You should ask around kids at school and at church to see if anyone knows anyone who goes to the public school you'll attend. They could introduce you so you'd have some friends.

Answer 2

at 14 in some states, you need a work permit. and who would get you to work? (mom in a car?). This is really a parental problem. You don't mention mom's job. Does she have one? Also, there are banks that lend money. Does she have a charge card, that could be increased to cover that amount? As for public school, try to make friends, be social and some of your anxiety about your parents will go away. Let your mother know what kind of suggestions you have gotten. I don't believe your father will be open to helping your mother, but, then I am a lot older with 2 kids of my own, one in college, and one income short with the older one in college. Hope it helps you, and don't be afraid to try to get your dad and mom together to talk the problem out, and not cause another problem, by being together.

Answer 3

Yes, this is entirely possible! The housing market is slow, but, I'm sure your home will eventually sell. In the meantime, YOU shouldn't be worrying about this!! This is for your parents to figure out, spend more time trying to socialize and find one or two good friends to share your anxieties with. If you insist on trying to help your mom out, you could look for ways you could help cut down on energy cost, transportation costs (less driving), food costs, etc. You could also ask your mom about ways you could help the family save money or come up with a family budget. That way you don't feel completely helpless, and your mom will really appreciate your seriousness and effort. :)

Answer 4

It's possible, and it's not for you to worry about.