I want to be a photographer? - 1

Hi, I really really enjoy photography. I think it is so cool how one picture can express a million words. I'm 14 years old and have taken a strong interest in photography. I have a Nikon D3100 with a 18-55mm lens and a 55-200mm lens. I'm going to be taking a photography class in school next year because it is the first year it is offered. I'm interested in pursuing photography as a career later in my life. Maybe a photo journalist? Any tips, careers, anything would be helpful. Anything that I could start to help put me on that path?

I would say, take the class very seriously. Last semester, I took the class very lightly (Since the teacher was my sister's coach), so I slacked more than I needed to. Not only do I constantly forget the basics terms (Composition, and 2 others [ROFL my point proven]), I suck with camera settings. I too want to become a photography, but since I'm already a junior, it's starting to cram into my life more. I still need to decide on an art school I want to.

"Too long, didn't read": Take the class seriously, and THOROUGHLY think about the college you want to go to. Constantly try to improve your knowledge/technique. It takes 10, 000 hours to master something.