Degrassi Junior High (1987)

S1E4 The Cover-Up

While collaborating on a school project at Rick's home, Joey notices that Rick's bruises aren't from playground scrapes but stem from an abusive father. Concerned, Joey shares his worries with his mother, who decides to alert the school about the situation. Initially upset by the intervention, Rick ultimately feels a sense of relief when he learns he will be moving in with his brother, escaping the turmoil at home.