Hello Again Stephanie,
Congratulations on having found your passion so young! (I should have said that earlier!)
Here is a website listing some schooling resources you might check out:
www.metalcyberspace.com check under metal smithing & jewelry schools.
THIS is a fabulous forum to learn from, and (speaking as a grandma) a relatively safe place to be online.
Other ways to learn:
Look in jewelry stores, from the high end to boutiques. Don't be afraid to ask to look and try on.
Start a library of resource books.
Go to gem and beading shows in your area.
If you don't already have, purchase a 10x loupe and a brass gauge.
Purchasing on line is most likely possible via cashier check, the stores all have toll free numbers and emails so you can make arrangements, should you choose to do so.
Others will no doubt have suggestions also! As Dr. Seuss said, "Oh, The Places You'll Go!" (If you just keep putting one foot in front of the other!)
Patricia Saab