Behind every confident new nurse is an educator who took the time to help them succeed. For many students at Brookline College’s Phoenix campus, that educator is Dr. Sylvia Hayashi.
Now her dedication has earned statewide recognition. The Arizona Private School Association (APSA) has named Dr. Hayashi a 2026 Teacher of the Year. She was nominated for the honor by her Brookline colleagues, and APSA’s committee awarded her top marks for excellence in teaching, student engagement and impact, and professionalism and service.
Dr. Hayashi is known for her dedication to students in our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. She regularly spends extra time with those who need support and patiently works through difficult concepts until students fully understand them. Her classroom is a place where future nurses feel encouraged to ask questions, strengthen their skills, and prepare to deliver safe, compassionate care.
Dr. Hayashi was honored on October 30 at APSA’s Annual Best Practices Conference Awards Luncheon.We are grateful to have Dr. Hayashi on our faculty and proud to see her dedication recognized by educators across Arizona. Congratulations, Dr. Hayashi, on this well-deserved honor!
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