You sound like a good young man with your head on your shoulders. I think you are wise to come on this forum and ask the questions you have and take the position you are.

The best advice I can give you now is to contact the AMA and ask to talk to somebody. I'm willing to bet that someone will step up to assist you with your efforts at school and make certain it is done in the best interest of the hobby.

Good luck with you efforts.

Larry Diamond