Janice Novakowski
Janice is currently a district K-12 teacher consultant in Richmond, BC, Canada where she supports the professional learning of teachers in the areas of mathematics and numeracy. She is also an adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia where she teaches elementary math methodology courses. Her graduate studies focused on problem-solving and inquiry with young children. As a former preschool, kindergarten and primary teacher and mother to two sons, early mathematics has always been an area of interest. In her district role, Janice enjoys hosting a "Math Play Space" in schools and at community events to invite families to engage playfully with materials and ideas.