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Tongan

Paul - speaks in English and Tongan

Paul, who grew up in Tonga, explains that he learnt to count in three languages. Paul talks to his children every day about what they do in school and makes sure he discusses school subjects with them at the start of each school year. Paul also involves his family in many community activities, but he feels school must always be the first priority.

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