The Academy of Our Lady of Peace, the oldest high school in San Diego and the only all girls’ school in the county, is hosting world-renowned surfer and shark attack survivor Bethany Hamilton for a day of empowering events on-campus on Oct. 10. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet and interact with Bethany while being inspired by Bethany’s message of Courage Over Fear, at this exclusive Southern California event.
“This partnership with Bethany supports our mission to empower young women,” says Dr. Lauren Lek, head of school. “She inspires, fosters community and serves as an excellent role model of what it means to be a ‘woman of faith, courage, heart, and excellence.’ We are excited and enthusiastic to host this amazing ‘unstoppable’ woman and ignite passion for others through her incredible example.”
The special event is open to the public and will consist of four mini-sessions over the course of the day and evening:
- Architects of Change @ School Live Conversation. From 11:20 a.m. to 12:05 p.m., OLP, in partnership with Maria Shriver’s Architects of Change, will host Bethany Hamilton for a moderated Q&A session, which will give guests the chance to hear Bethany share her story of courage in the face of fear and how to thrive and reach your dreams. Space is limited to 300 guests.
- Lunch with Bethany. Following the AOC Live Conversation, Bethany will join a select group of guests for a more intimate lunch and Q&A session. Guests are invited to ask Bethany questions and get to know her more personally. Additionally, each guest will have the opportunity to have a one-on-one photo taken with Bethany. Space is limited to 75 guests.
- VIP “You + Bethany” Exclusive Experience. In the evening, there are only four spots available for a highly exclusive and private experience with Bethany. Each guest will enjoy 15 minutes to sit and talk personally with Bethany and meet her husband and son. The intention of this experience is to provide an intimate opportunity with Bethany for personal empowerment. Additionally, each guest will enjoy a photo opportunity with Bethany.
- Shine Forth Event. The evening will conclude with a free on-campus celebration, hosted together with The Friends of Bethany Organization in support of the Beautifully Flawed Retreat. The open session will encourage the local community to join together to share more inspirational stories of choosing courage over fear. Doors will open at 5:15 p.m. for access to the vendor marketplace and the event will officially begin at 7 p.m. and conclude at 9 p.m.
Tickets may be purchased at www.aolp.org/BethanyHamilton
For more information and to learn about sponsorship opportunities, contact Rivka Bent at rbent@aolp.org or 619-725-9148
