Meet Lawrence
Title 1 Educator, Speaker, Founder of Lead From Truth
Lawrence Greer is a Title I educator, speaker, and founder of Lead From Truth LLC. Over 5 years in Detroit-area classrooms, he has worked with 1,000+ students, teaching young people how to recognize, regulate, and respond before they react. His work earned him the 2024 Inspiring Educator Honoree from Junior Achievement of Southeastern Michigan.
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“I’ve been impressed with Mr. Greer’s ability to cultivate a positive classroom culture while also building meaningful individual relationships with students. He displays traits I’ve seen in master teachers — rare to see so early in a career.”
— Mr. Tyron Hurd, COO, David Ellis Academies
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Truth First. Leadership Second.
STUDENT IMPACT
Self-reported student survey data, n=105
86%
said the class helped them recognize patterns in their thoughts, emotions, or choices.
85%
said the class helped them understand how their choices connect to their future.
89%
said they would recommend the workshop, class, or program to another student.
“Your class made me feel seen and heard, which has been rare in most of my other classes. Your way of teaching made me feel comfortable and more open.”
STUDENT reflection
DETROIT HIGH SCHOOL Senior
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
“Ever since you started teaching about pause and downshift, I’ve become more aware and I have seen progress in my behavior.”
STUDENT thank you note
HIGH SCHOOL health STUDENT
“After his talks and lessons on self-awareness, I found the drive to figure out the roots of my problems. His teachings extend beyond the class. They serve as a mentor for life.”
Student Reflection
High School Health
STUDENT Scholarship application
DETROIT HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT