French teacher, Marija Panić, graduated from the French Language and Literature Department at the Faculty of Philology in Belgrade. Marija obtained a PhD degree in French medieval literature from the University of Kragujevac, where she teaches courses on French literature and publishes papers on the literature of France and French-speaking countries.
At International School, Marija wants to share with her students the joy and excitement of exploring the French language and the culture of the countries where it is spoken. In order to do so, Marija will use her previous experience of teaching CIE French courses. She believes that learning a language is a very exciting and creative activity that requires a lot of imagination, both from the teacher and the students.
Marija likes to spend her free time with her friends and family, as well as doing hobbies, such as reading, taking long walks, sports, birdwatching and learning languages, namely Swahili.
Contact: marija.panic@iss.edu.rs
Dedication to teaching and qualifications:
Ms. Marija Panić has been teaching in the International School passionately from 2018. While on her teaching duties she managed to further develop her skills and expertise, down below is a small overview of Ms. Vilček’s dedication to improving herself to be the best for her students:
| Year | Activities and Publications |
|---|---|
| 2018 |
- Cooperation with the Institute for Evaluation of the Quality of Education (Zavod za vrednovanje kvaliteta obrazovanja i vaspitanja) and Ministry of Education of the Republic of Serbia (ongoing) - Teaching at the Swahili Language Workshops at the Museum of African Art in Belgrade (ongoing) - Celebration of the Mois de la Francophonie (at International School, as well as at the Faculty of Philology and Arts, in cooperation with French Institute, Students’ Cultural Centre in Kragujevac and the University Library in Kragujevac) (since 2018) - Published scientific paper: Panić, Marija. 2018. Le savoir sur l’Inde dans la littérature française des XIIe et XIIIe siècles. Nasleđe 40: 163–174. |
| 2019 |
- Published scientific paper: Panić, Marija. 2019. "Nature in French Didactic Literature of the 13th Century: Example of Birds". In: Art and Context 3: Migrations. Niš: SANU, 121–131. |
| 2020 |
- Supervisor of the French language team in the project "State Graduation Exam", Ministry of Education of Serbia (2020–2022) - Published scientific papers: • Panić, Marija. 2020. "A Repetition in the Process of Disappearing: Senefiance in Latin and French Texts of the 12th and 13th Centuries". • Panić, Marija. 2020. The Panther in the Bestiary of Love by Richard de Fournival and the Dit de la Panthère. Yearbook of the Faculty of Philosophy in Novi Sad, 45.3: 107–116. • Panić, Marija. 2020. Zoology in the Image du Monde by Gossouin de Metz, Philological Review, 47.2, 139–148. |
| 2021 |
- Certificate for teaching IB French Language B - Certificate for teachers ("license") for secondary education, Ministry of Education of Serbia |
| 2022 |
- Elected president of the Serbian Association for Canadian Studies and member of the Advisory Board of the Central European Association for Canadian Studies (ongoing) - Attended First Aid Training, Red Cross, Belgrade - Attended the PD course "Business Etiquette", IS/IMO, Belgrade - Published scientific paper: Panić, Marija. 2022. Female Figures in French Medieval Bestiaries: Biological and Gender Reception of Zoology. Lipar (78): 167–182. - Participation in conference: Panić, Marija. "Du plat de lard et de pomme de terre bouillés"..., Budapest, 27–29 October 2022. - Panić, Marija. "Plants as Elements of Mirrors (specula): The Status of the Plant in Some Medieval Edifying Texts", Belgrade, 4–5 November 2022. |
| 2023 |
- Elected Head of the French Department, Faculty of Philology and Arts, University of Kragujevac (ongoing) - Attended online course "Changes to Cambridge Checkpoint and Progression Tests" - Attended the PD course "Health and Stress Management", IS/IMO, Belgrade - Attended the PD course "Erasmus+ Procedures", IS/IMO, Belgrade - Published scientific paper: Panić, Marija. 2023. Temptations versus the Symbolism of Geography/Culture of Marco Polo and the French East in Serbian Medieval Literature. Nasleđe, 54, 369–382. - Panić, Marija. Goran Milasinović (2022): Muk. Laguna, Belgrade (review), Detići, 20. - Organization of the Round Table: Canada and Contemporary World, National Library, Belgrade |
| 2024 |
- Published scientific papers: • Marija Panić.  Guest lecture by Prof. Dr Zoran Grubišić inspires Elite Honours Class studentsInternational School’s Elite Honours Class students had the opportunity to attend a guest lecture delivered by Prof. Dr Zoran Grubišić, Dean of the Belgrade Banking Academy, thanks to their Economics and Business teacher, Marija Milić. Prof. Dr Grubišić introduced students to the work of the Belgrade Banking Academy and presented the upcoming Business Plan Competition.… Discovering Spain through the lens of BusinessYear 11 students recently took part in an interdisciplinary lesson that connected Business and Spanish, led by teachers Mila Janković and Uroš Veselinović. Through an interactive and creative approach, the two subjects were brought together in a unique way that highlighted the link between culture and business opportunities. At the beginning of the class, students… Biology meets Art – A creative interdisciplinary lessonYear 7 and Year 9 students recently took part in a unique interdisciplinary lesson “Biology Meets Art,” led by Biology teacher Nadežda Šućur and Art and Design teacher Lora Mitić. During the lesson, students explored the fascinating connection between science and creativity. Using natural materials such as leaves and berries, they learned how to extract… Exploring the connection between Economics and MathematicsYear 12 students recently explored the strong connection between Economics and Mathematics by using diagrams to explain how market prices change when demand or supply factors shift. Economics teacher Marija Milić guided students through a series of graph-based tasks, encouraging them to apply their theoretical knowledge of market mechanisms to real-world examples. The lesson was… Economics lesson turned into a Marketplace SimulationYear 12 students recently experienced the dynamics of supply and demand in a hands-on and engaging way during their Economics class with teacher Marija Milić. Instead of just learning from textbooks, the classroom was transformed into a lively trading floor where students could apply economic theory in practice. For the simulation, suppliers were given colorful… International students design their first business plans using the Canvas ModelYear 10 students recently had a Business lesson with their teacher, Ms. Marija Milić, where theory met practice in the best possible way. Working in teams, students created a draft of their first Business Plan using the Business Canvas Model. This practical framework helped them map out key elements of a business idea. By engaging… Cambridge International Visit Signals Strong Partnership and a Bright Future for International SchoolWe are delighted to share news of a meaningful and inspiring afternoon with Cambridge International representatives, Ms Sara Ceroni, International Education Manager for Southeast Europe, and Ms Caroline Greener, International Marketing Manager at Cambridge Insight. The visit, which took place on 7 October 2025, reaffirmed our shared commitment to excellence, wellbeing, and the holistic development… Interdisciplinary lesson in Mathematics and Physics for Year 13 studentsYear 13 students recently took part in an interdisciplinary lesson, designed and delivered by their teacher, Aleksandra Strugar, who teaches both Mathematics and Physics. The class focused on the topic of ideal gases, seamlessly combining theoretical knowledge with practical application. An experiment that fuels knowledge After an introductory lecture on the laws governing ideal gases,… Tatjana Vilček, Principal of International School: Artificial intelligence is transforming the way children learnA New Era of Education: AI as a Partner in Learning In an interview for NIN, Tatjana Vilček, Principal of International School, emphasised that artificial intelligence today is far more than just a technical tool – it is becoming a key partner in modern education and a way for students to develop the skills they… Enrollment for the 2026/27 academic year at the International School is now open!If you are seeking a school that combines internationally recognized education, cutting-edge technology, and innovative teaching methods, the International School is the ideal choice for your child. Act quickly to secure a place in the 2026/27 cohort, as special conditions are only valid until October 31st! Why apply now? The International School, an institution for…
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