To promote excellence in communication by:
| Raising the level of enthusiasm and engagement in the learning process | 
| Supporting the SOL’s | 
| Improving speaking, writing and presentation skills | 
| Raising literacy skills of the student body as a whole and reduce the minority achievement gap | 
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  Helping children become proficient using technology to secure knowledge and communication with 
      others 
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  Providing opportunities for families and community members to develop literacy and technology 
      skills and the English Language 
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Hoffman-Boston has a unique population of students.  We are fortunate to serve a diverse population of students.  Most of our students speak English as their second language.  About 70% of our students qualify for free and reduced lunch. Project Edison helps Hoffman-Boston to reach our goal of preparing our children to succeed in the real world, where skillful communication and technological competence are fundamental requirements