Loretta Said:

Are there programs or clubs that I can get into now as a teen outside of school?

We Answered:

Not exactly academic based, but you could volunteer to tutor other students. At least it will sharpen your existing knowledge of a subject, and there's no charge.

John Said:

Teen writing and photography programs?

We Answered:

There are always summer programs at colleges, look at your local colleges. I know of a great summer camp called SOCAPA, but it is not near Chicagoland...you would have to board.