He praised the Bush - era law for shining a light
on academic disparities but said it should be revised to promote a well - rounded curriculum, equal opportunity for disadvantaged students and academic growth toward high standards.
Participating districts are to pursue racial and economic integration and to increase academic achievement, create equitable educational opportunities, and
reduce academic disparities based on students» racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds.
Race - Related Stress and
Academic Disparities: New Models and Mechanisms.
He said
the academic disparities are larger «in places where white and minority students» families differ more in socioeconomic conditions,. . .