Your friend wants you to pretend you’re her mom and call in sick for her so she can cut school. 3 responses

1. I'm sorry, but I can't do that. It's important for you to attend school and not miss out on your education.

2. I understand you may be feeling overwhelmed, but skipping school is not the solution. Let's talk about what's going on and figure out a better way to address it.

3. I can't in good conscience lie and deceive the school by pretending to be you. It's important to be honest and responsible, even when faced with difficult situations. Let's find a better solution together.