Why wait to do the things you've always dreamt of doing? Take advantage of your time and do what you want- travel the world, go on all-paid for trips, bond with nature, enjoy yourself in a summer camp, etc.! Truth is, there's lots of options available for high school students, and money should never be a discouraging factor given the various financial options usually available (e.g. scholarships). Furthermore, you can use these events to help build up your resume, so that it's a win-win situation. Come hear about your various options available through my own experiences studying abroad and going to summer camps for free, and all the things I wish I'd known as a high schooler.