School attendance at a public school is mandatory for students between the ages of six and sixteen in Michigan, unless other qualified educational arrangements are made. 1895 P.A. No. 95 as amended, MCL 380.1561. Failure to comply with compulsory education can subject a person to criminal prosecution and if convicted to not less than two days nor more than 90 days in jail or a fine of not more than $50.00, or both. Also, an educational neglect petition in family court can be filed, MCI 380.1561, 380.1599, 712A2