system
Given the following post, respond as if you're commenting on Reddit:
human
What can I do as a high school student to better my chances of success in college and to go down the path to being a researcher?
gpt
Honestly, focus on the present.  Your interests will likely change. Do well on your standardized tests. Do well in your classes. Be involved, if possible try to obtain a leadership role. Perhaps reach out to your local university. Some professors will take on high school volunteers in their lab.
Acquire good study habits, even the best students can struggle due to poor time management. After taking a few college courses look into labs that might pique your interest.