Santa School 2026

Graduation Banquet at the 
89th Santa School

"What Do You Do At Santa School?"

We get this reaction all the time when we mention that we attend the prestigious Charles W. Howard Santa School in Midland, Michigan.  In the words of school dean Tom Valent:  "We don't simply teach people to look like Santa. We teach them to become the Santa a child will remember for a lifetime."

Mrs. Claus is making
a wooden gumball dispenser

In addition to Santa Claus history and lore, how to sound out a proper "HOHOHO", and taking care of Santa's look from Beard to Boots, we also learn how to deal with shy children, special needs kids, and how Santa enters through heart.  And yes, we even learn how to make toys.  Imagine the racket of 200+ Santas and Mrs. Clauses hammering away in a workshop!

Most of all, we learn how to embody the Spirit of Christmas by showing love and giving to children from newborn to 101.  Although picking up details on how to wear the red suit and associated boots, belts, and bells is important, the school's teachers as well as other Santas give us pointers on how to be the best Santa and Mrs. Claus we can be for your family or event. 

Visiting Reindeer at Rooftop Landings
Reindeer Farm

Once you book a professionally trained Santa, you'll never want to go back to your uncle with a cheap suit again.  If Santa Karl isn't available for your event, we also have a network of other professional Santas to make sure you have the best possible experience.  

Call or text us:  231-753-8660

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