Leadership Team

President - Tiffiny Widdifield

Tiffiny Widdifield is a K-6 Technology Integration Specialist in Minden, NE, with over 10 years of experience in educational technology. She has led numerous professional development initiatives across districts, equipping educators with tools to enhance classroom learning. Tiffiny remains passionate about teaching computer science to young learners and is driven by the excitement and engagement she sees in students discovering technology.

Vice President - Alan Holdorf

Alan Holdorf is a math and computer science teacher in Lincoln, NE, with 13 years of experience teaching. His background is an undergrad in Computer Science and has worked on programming projects both in industry and within education. He has had a passion for computer science since when he was a child, and enjoys sharing that excitement for technology and programming with others.

Vice President - Kimberly Ingraham-Beck

With 14 years of experience, Kimberly Ingraham-Beck is a dedicated educator. She has spent 6 years as an Instrumental Music Teacher at Bryan High School and the past 8 years as a Computer Science teacher and Esports Coach for Gretna Public Schools. Her passion for computer science education is evident in her work on state-level initiatives and her enthusiasm for sharing knowledge through professional development opportunities.

Secretary - Terry Julian

Terry Julian is a technology facilitator in the field of K-12 education in Hastings, NE. With over 20 years of experience in education, Terry has become a leader in educational technology, guiding both students and educators. She has a strong interest in computer science and is focused on providing young learners with the necessary tools to explore technology. Terry's dedication to fostering curiosity and creativity in students reflects her belief that every child should have the opportunity to pursue their dreams in the digital age.

Treasurer - Jeanne Pope

Jeanne Pope launched her teaching career in 1998 in a one-room schoolhouse in Boone County, where she taught students from kindergarten through 8th grade. After two years, she joined Shelton Public Schools, where she has served in various capacities, including classroom teacher, school librarian, and assessment coordinator. Currently, Jeanne plays a multifaceted role as a K-12 computer science teacher, technology coordinator, and data steward, bringing her expertise to support both students and staff.

Communications - Nichole Niebur

Nichole Niebur is a dedicated Computer Science teacher at Millard North High School, where she teaches Computer Science Programming, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Computer Science A, IB Computer Science HL, and Cybersecurity. With 15 years of teaching experience, Nichole brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to her classroom. Prior to joining Millard North, she taught for 10 years at Burke High School and 2 years at Fort Calhoun. Passionate about fostering problem-solving skills and innovation, Nichole is committed to preparing students for success in an increasingly tech-driven world.

Communications - Kristeen Shabram

Kristeen Shabram is a middle school teacher at Westside Middle School in Omaha, NE. She teaches 7th grade Business & Technology and is Westside Middle School PowerSchool Specialist. She also sponsors an after school Girls Who Code Club. She has served two terms as the K-8 Representative on the national CSTA Board, has served on the CSTA Conference Committee since 2018, and she was the 2022 CSTA Annual Conference Chair.

Regional Higher Ed Representative - Leen-Kiat Soh

Leen-Kiat Soh is a Professor with the School of Computing at the University of Nebraska. His research interests include CS education research, broadening participation in computing, and improving professional development for K-12 CS teachers. He is the Principal Investigator of the AIR@NE project. He is also one of the founding members of the CSTA Nebraska Huskers chapter.