I always love to share stories about inspiring teachers who receive accolades for their hard work in the classroom. One of these amazing teachers is Jami Witherell, a fifth-grade teacher from West Springfield, Massachusetts. She was honored today on the national television show Good Morning America.

Jami was recognized for her help in raising money to fund over 100 student projects.  As a teacher who works in a district with many low-income families, Jami has made it her mission to ensure every student in her classroom has whatever materials they need to succeed. To this end, she established accounts on Donors Choose to raise the funds needed to purchase those materials. This morning, the talented teacher was presented with $30,000 to help fund even more projects in the future.

“I’m overwhelmed with love, which is the best part of being a teacher,” Jami gushed. “I get to go to work every day and love all of you. So thank you for returning and sharing that love with me,” she declared.

Here’s the video of Jami receiving her honors that was aired by Good Morning America on ABC this morning.