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From dressing in the right shade of red to answering inquisitive children's questions about the north pole, the Charles W. Howard Santa School prepares Mr. and Mrs. Claus’ from around the world for the holiday season.
Wayne Wolczak, right, of Lafayette, Indiana, examines how well he applied makeup to his cheeks during the 80th annual Charles W. Howard Santa School.
Participants of the 80th annual Charles W. Howard Santa School get off the front of the North Pole Express train after posing for a picture.
David Becherer of Madison, Illinois poses for a portrait during the 80th annual Charles W. Howard Santa School.
Rick Rosenthal of Atlanta, Georgia, center, reacts as he works on his flexibility during a health and wellness session during the 80th annual Charles W. Howard Santa School.
Fred Ostaer, center, of Norway shakes hands with children at Bronner's Christmas Wonderland during the 80th annual Charles W. Howard Santa School.
Jerry Owens, left, of New Albany, Indiana and David Becherer, right, of Madison, Illinois let out a spirited ho-ho-ho while performing vocal training exercises during the 80th annual Charles W. Howard Santa School.
Ted Schulz of Bannister, Michigan stands in-between two passenger cars on the North Pole Express train.
Don Kupferschmidt of Mildmay, Ontario shows off his Santa themed watch during the 80th annual Charles W. Howard Santa School.
Jerry Julian of Colorado Springs, Colorado looks on as the North Pole Express train leaves the station during the 80th annual Charles W. Howard Santa School.