Popple's Page - Meet Popple

Hi there!

My name is Trina Popple, and I am the Technology Integration Specialist at Gretna High School and Gretna East High School in Nebraska.

Prior to this role, I spent 5 years at Gretna High School in the classroom teaching high school physics, chemistry, astronomy, and forensic sciences.

I received my bachelor’s degree in Secondary Science Education from UNL in 2018, my first master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Doane in 2022, and my second master’s degree in Instructional Technology Leadership at UNK in 2025.

I am currently looking into EdD programs to further my knowledge on adult learning theories and professional development practices.

I married my husband in the spring of 2021, and together we have two dogs, Diesel and Beau, to keep our lives crazy and hairy.

Some of my favorite hobbies and pastimes include cooking, listening to or reading books, watching sports (hockey, baseball, football), and quilting.

Feel free to reach out to me at any time. I would love to get to know you, too!

Below are some extra nuggets of information about me:

I was a barista at Scooter's for 4 years!

My favorite teams are the Chiefs, KC Royals, Minnesota Wild, and Kraken.

This school year is sponsored by Redbull and Tums.

I enjoy sour candy, especially warheads!

I drive a spitfire orange Jeep named Cholula.

I was a state champion at fruit carving my junior year of high school.

I took 4 years of Japanese in high school!

My guilty pleasure show to watch is Ghost Adventures.

I firmly believe that educational technology plays a crucial role in today's classroom in order to help students develop 21st century skills, to challenge and deepen their thinking, and to make learning inclusive to all.

Authentic learning happens when students can engage, reflect, learn, and desire growth.

You are worth the time it takes to learn a new skill.