2022 is a wonderful year. It is a year of some very special anniversaries.
First of all, this year marks my 20th year of teaching my school, the International University of Santa Claus, aka: School4Santas.
Additionally, I am now in my 75th year. And coincidentally, I am pleased that 2022 is also the 75th Anniversary of the Marine Corps Toys for Tots.
And, if we do a little more checking, we find it is also the 75th Anniversary of “Miracle on 34th Street.”
To celebrate my 75th year, and the school’s 20th anniversary, I would like to give every Santa and Mrs. Claus a little present as a way of sharing in these anniversaries.
FREE live streaming of School4Santas July 15 & 16!
Yes, you might call it Christmas in July! I did this in 2019 and hundreds signed-in to view. And now, I invite you to join in my celebration.
I will be teaching a regional School4Santas on July 15 and 16 at Christmas Dreams, in Winter Springs, FL. I will be live from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Eastern time), each day. So set your alarm clock. This is a Christian organization with the mission to provide Christmas experiences 365 days a year for children and their families who are battling life threatening illnesses.
Christmas Dreams is located at, “The Church @ 434,” and they have again graciously offered to live-stream the entire two days, 16-hours, of school for all to view. They weekly live-stream their Sunday services and the streaming of School4Santas is very similar.
On both days, you only need to visit YouTube and click on the following links:
July 15 – Day One: Starting at 8:00 a.m. (Eastern time) https://youtu.be/scGpfFUmCEg
July 16 – Day Two: Starting at 8:00 a.m. (Eastern time) https://youtu.be/Fmu0_SkJPgs
Or you can view the school at Touchandchange.com:
Both Days classes start at 8:00 a.m. (Eastern Time): TouchandChange.com/school-4-santas-live-stream
There is no obligation to register for the school. This is a FREE opportunity for Santas and Mrs. Claus. Especially those who are not able to attend a school or training program.
Whether it is due to your finances, difficulty in scheduling the time, or traveling any long distances, you can view the full two days of training from the comfort of your home. Or for that fact, from anywhere in the world, anyone can view the free streaming.
The course book for the school is “Behind the Red Suit – The Business of Santa.” If you have a previous edition of the book, you can use that to follow during the streaming.
If you do not have a book, possibly you can borrow one from someone who has previously attended my school. It is not required to follow the live-stream, but it helps.Or you can go to the school web site and order a copy of the 20th Anniversary edition of the course book, seen above. Just remember to order before July 4, if you want your book delivered before the live streaming. CLICK HERE
Due to the expected large attendance, this will not be a Zoom-type streaming. So live, two-way participation will not be available. But we are planning to set up a text channel and we hope to have your questions answered.
The streaming links, for the live broadcasts, are now posted on the School4Santas web site, as listed above, but they will only be live the days of the school, July 15 & 16.
And remember, this will be a live broadcast, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Eastern time), each day. So set your alarm clock. My apologies for those on the west coast or in other international time zones.
Additionally, if you belong to a Santa Network, Association or Facebook group, please feel free to pass this information along to anyone you wish.
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Have you had a question or two? If so, I thought it might be nice to share some information about the International University of Santa Claus, aka: School4Santas.
Some of the basic questions are answered on the school website at: FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions | School4Santas
I like to think that School4Santas is, “The World’s Largest Santa School,” considering that this is my 20th year, and I have presented almost 4,800 diplomas since my first class in Los Angeles, on the campus of the University of Southern California (USC) in 2003.
And since the first publishing of the school course book, “Behind the Red Suit, the Business of Santa,” over 5,000 copies have been printed.
Yes, there are other Santa Schools, Special Training programs, on-line videos, and even live Zoom training that you can invest in. But, numbers often speak for themselves. So, I am very proud of the work I have done to help all who have attended my schools.
As a professional Santa, with over 50 years of experience in almost every area of our industry, I have shared my knowledge with all. This has been through writings, blogs, Zoom sessions, Home study courses , over 150 live schools, and producing the two “Discover Santa” conventions, the largest ever held.
My school is two parts. First there is Day One, the basics of being a Santa or Mrs. Claus. This is the same work, whether you are working in a mall, or working for yourself doing private and company parties, or just volunteering in your community.
The second day is adding to the basic work of Santa, How to find work, setting your rates, and being in business for yourself.
And somewhere in all of that I will also talk about wardrobe and your image. For more on this, check out the School4Santas website and click on agenda. Agenda | School4Santas
I would love to be a mentor to every Santa that asks, but that is not something I can do, teaching the school and all.
But, I am always available for any Santa or Mrs. Claus to answer questions and just to talk. I am always available via phone, text or email. Any time you might have a question, please feel free to contact me. There is no charge and would you believe, sometimes I learn something from you.
Often, I will have an answer for your or at least some information, or the name of someone that can possibly give you the answer that you need.
And please know that you don’t have to attend my school in order to call me with a question. I am glad to take calls from any one in our industry. And if I don’t answer, I may be teaching or busy with matters at home. Please leave a message and a return phone number. (And, remember I am now on the east coast and at our home we try to limit calls to before 8 pm. Other wise, send a text or email.)
Christmas Dreams is located at “The Church @ 434,” and they have again graciously offered to live-stream the entire two days, 16-hours, of school for all to view. They weekly live-stream their Sunday services and the streaming of School4Santas is very similar.
There is no obligation to register for the school. This is a FREE opportunity for Santas and Mrs. Claus. Especially those who are not able to attend a school or training program.
Whether it is due to you finances, difficulty in scheduling the time, or traveling any long distances, you can view the full two days of training. From anywhere in the world, anyone can view the free streaming.
The course book for the school is “Behind the Red Suit – The Business of Santa.” If you have a previous edition of the book, you can use that to follow during the streaming.
If you do not have a book, possibly you can borrow one from someone who has previously attended my school. It is not required to follow the live-stream, but it helps.
Or you can go to the school web site and order a copy of the 20th Anniversary edition of the course book, seen above. Just remember to order before July 4, if you want your book delivered before the live streaming. CLICK HERE
Due to the expected large attendance, this will not be a Zoom-type streaming. So live, two-way participation will not be available. But we are planning to set up a text channel and we hope to have your questions answered.
The streaming link for the live broadcast will be posted on the School4Santas web site a few days before we go live.
______________________________
Have you had a question or two? If so, I thought it might be nice to share some information about the International University of Santa Claus, aka: School4Santas.
Some of the basic questions are answered on the school website at: FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions | School4Santas
I like to think that School4Santas is, “The World’s Largest Santa School,” considering that this is my 20th year, and I have presented over 4,700 diplomas since our start at USC in 2003.
And since the first publishing of the school course book, “Behind the Red Suit, the Business of Santa,” over 5,000 copies have been printed.
Yes, there are other Santa Schools, Special Training programs, on-line videos, and even live Zoom training that you can invest in.
But, numbers often speak for themselves. So, I am very proud of the work I have done to help all who have attended my schools.
As a professional Santa, with over 50 years of experience in almost every area of our industry, I have shared my knowledge with all. This has been through writings, blogs, Zoom sessions, Home study courses , over 150 live schools, and producing the two “Discover Santa” conventions, the largest ever held.
My school is two parts. First there is Day One, the basics of being a Santa or Mrs. Claus. This is the same work, whether you are working in a mall, or working for yourself doing private and company parties, or just volunteering in your community.
The second day is adding to the basic work of Santa, How to find work, setting your rates, and being in business for yourself.
And somewhere in all of that I will also talk about wardrobe and your image. For more on this, check out the School4Santas website and click on agenda. Agenda | School4Santas
I would love to be a mentor to every Santa that asks, but that is not something I can do, teaching the school and all.
But, I am always available for any Santa or Mrs. Claus to answer questions and just to talk. I am always available via phone, text or email. Any time you might have a question, please feel free to contact me. There is no charge and would you believe, sometimes I learn something from you.
Often, I will have an answer for your or at least some information, or the name of someone that can possibly give you the answer that you need.
And please know that you don’t have to attend my school in order to call me with a question. I am glad to take calls from any one in our industry. And if I don’t answer, I may be teaching or busy with matters at home. Please leave a message and a return phone number. (And, remember I am now on the east coast and at our home we try to limit calls to before 8 pm. Other wise, send a text or email.)
God bless you, and may you always have the Christmas spirit in your heart.
With a Twinkle in the eye, I remain yours Santacerely,
National Santa ™
Tim Connaghan
Phone/Text: (631) 871-4901
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P.S. Additionally, all of my 2020 and 2021 Webinars are still available on YouTube. Just visit the National Santa Channel on YouTube.