My name is Jocelyn Brauer. I am in 7th grade and I attend Harwood Middle School. My Bat Mitzvah will be on September 2nd at JCOGS. I chose to have a Bat Mitzvah because growing up I had learned only a little about my Jewish heritage and culture . Now as I am becoming a teenager want to learn about my religion and why it should be an important part of my life. For my Bat Mitzvah project I am participating in the High Fives Annual Ski A Thon. High Fives is a Non Profit Organization committed to helping people who have disabilities be able to ski or snowboard. I will also be volunteering throughout the day to help with whatever I am asked to do. Some of my hobbies are skiing with my friends, cooking, and drawing. I enjoy watching hockey, and I love playing soccer, lacrosse, and volleyball.