There was also domestic abuse allegations against the parents, with a teacher as a witness. There is no reason for the parents not to pay the last yr of her hs tuition.
Mr. Canning admits a state worker visited the home just prior to Rachels alleged abandonment, but that the official found the teen simply to be spoiled and didnt pursue the abuse allegations.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2572315/High-school-cheerleader-18-sues-retired-police-chief-father-college-tuition-legal-fees-kicks-refusing-live-rules.html