My favorite thing about being Jewish is celebrating Chanukah with all of my family and eating latkes. Becoming a Bar Mitzvah means I am growing into a young adult. I learned that I can accomplish great things if I work hard.

For my mitzvah project I did several tasks. First, I worked on an Eagle Scout project at Weddington High School. Second, my family and I participated in mitzvah day at the Jewish cemetery. Lastly, I volunteered at the Jewish Family Services food pantry. They were all rewarding as I was able to help people in many different ways.

Now that I am a Bar Mitzvah, I plan on continuing to go to services and help my sister with her future Bat Mitzvah studies.

Alex is the son of Eric and Linda Sherman. He is the brother of Anna. He is the grandson of Jay and Sharen Sherman of Pawleys Island, SC and Ted and Florence Schaffer of Sandusky, OH.  Send notes of mazal tov.