SPHS Students Receive Scholarships At Annual Elks Installation Dinner

Amberlynn Gong was one of two SPHS seniors to receive a $2,000 scholarship from the Severna Park Elks Lodge 2482, presented by Lodge President Andre Denault.

SPHS senior Nelson Zheng accepted a $2,000 scholarship from Lodge President Andre Denault during the Severna Park Elks’ March 29 installation of officers.

SPHS seniors Nelson Zheng and Amberlynn Gong were selected from among a pool of 17 applicants to receive scholarships from the Severna Park Elks Lodge in late March.

Posted Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:27 am

Last Saturday, Severna Park Elks Lodge 2482 held its annual installation of officers for the 2025-2026 year. During the ceremony, the Elks honored public servants from the police, fire and sheriff’s departments, and presented scholarships to two Severna Park High School seniors.

Provided to future leaders of America, Elks’ scholarships are open to all students. Recipients are determined based on a rigorous scoring schedule that includes academic performance and community involvement.

This year, 17 local students applied. Two were selected to receive $2,000 scholarships each: SPHS seniors Amberlynn Gong and Nelson Zheng. Lodge 2482 President Andre Denault presented them with their awards during the installation ceremony.