Mar 01, 2026

Ready to Talk Sports Betting? We Bet You Are.

Did you watch the Super Bowl this year? If so, you probably noticed something: a lot of the commercials were about sports betting.

It’s not just during the big game. Sports betting apps are everywhere, during live games, on social media, and in influencer content (and I’m sure at your school). So let’s talk about it.
We’re hosting a live Virtual PD this week:

The Sports Betting Boom
Tues, Mar 3, 2026, 4:00pm PT

In this session, we’ll explore:

  • How sports betting has expanded in recent years
  • The risks and realities students may not see
  • Classroom strategies for discussing gambling responsibly
  • Resources from NGPF’s Gambling & Sports Betting Mini-Unit

 

Explore our Mini-Unit

NGPF’s Gambling & Sports Betting Mini-Unit gives you ready-to-use lessons and activities to help students think critically about risk, probability, advertising, and financial decision-making.

Can’t Make PD But Want to Learn?

We also offer on-demand modules that dive deeper into gambling and emerging trends in teen finance (like sports betting).

Sports betting isn’t just for the Super Bowl, it's a conversation happening in your students’ lives. Come learn and discuss it with educators across the country.

Bet(ter) see you at PD! 

About the Author

Albert Perez

As NGPF's Professional Development Program Manager, Albert leads Professional Development, works with school districts, and supports the implementation of NGPF's personal finance curriculum.

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