Schools Introduce Gambling Prevention Education as Youth Engagement Increases

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Published: 2026-06-17
Category: education
Source: The Hechinger Report
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In response to a growing trend of youth involvement in sports betting and other gambling activities, states like Virginia and Massachusetts are rolling out school-based prevention programs. These initiatives aim to educate students about the inherent risks associated with gambling. Massachusetts is currently in its second year of piloting such a program to address this concern.

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