There are many different ways to raise money in an honorable way. You could have a fundraiser in your community, start saving money, take a loan out, or maybe even talk to your family members about the situation for help. A lot of people have the opportunity to lie over Go Fund Me for money.
Yes, I agree that there should be a life skills class in high school. High school kids have a lot to stress about, and we're still pretty dumb at this age. We should be taught what we are going to have to know once we graduate high school, like how to do taxes, how to get healthcare, what credit scores mean, etc.
Sounds like you think the internet or technology has not harmed education. Which side are you on?
Internet/technology has not harmed education. It has helped shape this generation, by giving students a quick responsive source for any question they may have. For example technology has saved students hand cramps from having to write essays, to having the option to type one up.