Analisa Sorrells is a Master in Public Policy candidate at Harvard’s John F. Kennedy School of Government. She is a recipient of the William A. Starr Innovations fellowship for students working to promote innovative solutions and imaginative thinking as leaders in journalism and public service. Her reporting and research focuses on school nutrition programs.
Previously, Analisa was the chief of staff and associate director of policy for EducationNC. She grew up in Windermere, Florida where she attended the local public elementary, middle, and high school.
She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a bachelor’s degree in public policy and a minor in reporting from the UNC Hussman School of Media and Journalism. Analisa previously worked with EducationNC as a Jamie Kirk Hahn Foundation fellow.
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‘We have purpose now’ — The transformation to data-informed practice at South Rowan High
by Analisa Sorrells |
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In Hyde County, two new solutions to an internet ‘desert’
by Analisa Sorrells and Robert Kinlaw |

‘We will not be a best-kept secret any longer.’ — A conversation with Thomas Stith of the N.C. Community College System
by Analisa Sorrells |

‘We must change to meet the needs of every student.’ — A conversation with Eric Davis of the State Board of Education
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How will the pandemic shape postsecondary education in North Carolina?
by Analisa Sorrells, Emily Thomas, Liz Bell, Molly Urquhart and Robert Kinlaw |

How will the pandemic shape K-12 education in North Carolina?
by Alex Granados, Analisa Sorrells, Dean Drescher, Molly Urquhart, Rupen R. Fofaria and Sergio Osnaya-Prieto |

‘We believe child care is essential here.’ — A conversation with Rebecca Planchard of DHHS
by Analisa Sorrells |

Watch | Diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEM education and the workforce
by Analisa Sorrells and Caroline Parker |

Pivoting to the future: Feeding students during and after the pandemic
by Analisa Sorrells |

Education Cabinet advances efforts to strengthen NC’s longitudinal data system
by Analisa Sorrells |

‘Our best days are ahead of us’ — Meet Brent Williams, 2021 NC Superintendent of the Year
by Analisa Sorrells |

During uncertain times, school meals offer students a sense of normalcy
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