Dr. Ameshia Greer has never believed that education should be confined to textbooks. Instead, she has made it her life’s mission to weave culture, truth, and purpose into every lesson. As an award-winning educator, visionary leader, and cultural advocate, Dr. Greer is reshaping what it means to truly empower students.
A defining moment in her career came in 2020, when Dr. Greer launched Milwaukee’s first-ever Ethnic Studies course at the middle school level. “It was about giving students a mirror to see themselves and a window to understand others,” she explains. This initiative not only enriched the school’s curriculum—it sparked critical conversations and ignited student pride.
Asked what motivates her, Dr. Greer’s response is clear: “My community shaped me, and now I get to pour back into it.” Whether it’s through her dynamic teaching at Andrew S. Douglas Middle School or her outreach with Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., she embodies service. Her commitment has earned her Teacher of the Year—twice—yet she remains grounded. “I want my students to leave my class believing in themselves and their power to change the world.”
Dr. Greer has overcome the pressure of being a cultural pioneer in education. “Breaking new ground isn’t always easy, but when I see students engaging critically and proudly owning their identity, I know it’s worth it,” she says. Her educational path—earning degrees in Africology, Organizational Management, and Education—mirrors her belief that strong leadership must be rooted in knowledge, empathy, and vision.
As she looks to the future, Dr. Greer envisions expanding her work to influence educational policy and provide training for educators across the country. “Representation matters,” she says. “And it begins with educators who reflect and respect the students they teach.”
About Dr. Ameshia Greer
Dr. Ameshia Greer is a pioneering educator, cultural advocate, and community leader based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. With advanced degrees in Africology, Organizational Management, and Education, she leads with innovation and compassion. Dr. Greer teaches at Andrew S. Douglas Middle School, where she founded the city’s first middle school Ethnic Studies program. A two-time Teacher of the Year recipient, she is also a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Her mission is to empower students through culturally relevant education and to build bridges of understanding in the classroom and beyond.
