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School is nearly back in session for families across the state, and Utah’s teachers and students are preparing for political divides, changes in policy and disruptions to their circadian rhythms.

A few Utahns shared their concerns — and solutions — in op-eds published this week.

First up: Three students at Springville Jr. High shared in an op-ed published this week that, even in their eighth grade classrooms, the political divide is leading to bullying and “dissolved friendships.”

“As youth, we face many challenges associated with pol

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