Hi Walter,

My classes really enjoyed following the race for the first time and we plan to participate again next year. Thanks for all your help and the sharing of ideas that we experienced.

Dear Harmony,

We are proud of your for finishing the last great race! What was it like on the trail? Was it fun or all work? On the internet we were able to view a picture of you marrying Jason Barron. Congratulations, Newlyweds! Next year are you going to race in the Iditarod? Are you joining your dogs and your husband's dogs together for Ititarod 2003? Did any of your dogs get hurt?

We hope to hear from you soon,
Mrs. Timonere's Fourth Grade Gifted/Talented Class

Dear Sonny,

Congratulations for placing 13th in the Iditarod 2002! Glad, you finished in 9 days. We hope your dogs are okay. What is the name of your lead dog? He must be very, very fast. We had fun following your trail on the internet. Do you plan to race next year? If so what will you do differently? Will you use the same lead dog next year? Great Job!

We hope to hear from you soon,
Mrs. Timonere's Fifth Grade Gifted/Talented Class

Dear Mr. Swenson,

Congratulations on finishing the 2002 Iditarod! You and your dogs ran a very good race. It must have been very hard to be away from our family for so long but the companionship of your dogs must have been encouraging. You are an inspiration to us! We were behind you all the way! You and your family must have been so proud when you crossed the finish line. We made a 3D class map of the northern trail, sleds and ushers, and followed your map on the internet. Do you plan to enter next year's race?

We are anxious to hear from you,
Mrs. Timonere's Sixth Grade Gifted/Talented Class