Pediatric Hospital Teacher Sheryl Bucsanyi dressed in a Mardi Gras alligator costume interacts with a small child

Bringing Joy and Education to Patients

Teachers shape lives everywhere—including in hospitals.

At the University of Texas Medical Branch, Sheryl Bucsanyi serves as the dedicated Pediatric Hospital Teacher, making sure young patients stay connected to learning during their hospital stay. Through imaginative costumes and hands-on activities, she brings joy, routine, and a sense of normalcy to their days. Bucsanyi’s work is a powerful reminder of the vital role educators play, even in the most unexpected places.

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