Summer Advantage USA is a non-profit programme founded by Earl Phalen to provide academic and enrichment opportunities during the summer months.This year, approximately 5,000 students in the Unites States, from kindergarten to grade eight, took part in this programme which involved rigorous academic instruction in the mornings and enrichment activities in the afternoons.By partnering with schools and school districts to provide this learning opportunity, Summer Advantage USA’s objectives were to: