What Is the Purpose of Multiculturalism in Schools

What is the purpose of multiculturalism in schools?

A) To help assimilate students' cultures into the American "melting pot"
B) To reduce prejudice, foster tolerance, and improve the academic achievement of minority students
C) To support students in the maintenance and preservation of their own cultures
D) To assimilate students into the "melting pot" of the United States, as well as to foster students' respect for the existence of various cultures