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.  International School Students Enjoy a Sports Day at Ada CiganlijaInternational School students from Year 10 to Year 13 spent a day filled with sport, socialising and outdoor activities at Ada Ciganlija. Time spent in nature gave them the opportunity to step away from their everyday school environment, enjoy quality time with their peers and take part in a range of activities in a relaxed… International School Primary Students Embark on a Sweet Learning Adventure at the Chocolate MuseumInternational School Primary students from Years 1 to 7 enjoyed a truly sweet learning experience during their visit to the Chocolate Museum in Belgrade, where curiosity, discovery and, of course, chocolate made for an unforgettable day. As part of our Classroom Without Walls programme, the visit gave students the opportunity to take learning beyond the… A Danube Cruise – A Different Kind of School Day for Year 8 and Year 9Our Year 8 and Year 9 students spent a memorable day on the Danube, enjoying a cruise that gave them the opportunity to discover Belgrade from an entirely different perspective while also spending quality time together outside the usual school environment. The activity was part of our “Classroom Without Walls” concept, which encourages students to… Education or Sport? At International School, You Can Build a Future in BothFor talented student-athletes, choosing between a strong education and a serious future in sport does not have to be part of the plan. The US college system offers students the opportunity to continue developing academically and athletically at the same time – and, with the right preparation, international students can compete for both athletic and… Limited places remain at International School: More than 90% of capacity for the 2026/27 school year is already filledEnrolment for the 2026/27 school year is entering its final stage, with more than 90% of places at International School already filled. The remaining capacity is limited across both Primary and Secondary levels, confirming the strong interest in Cambridge education delivered entirely in English. Fewer than 6 places remain in each of Year 8, Year… International School graduates celebrated a memorable end to their school journeyThe graduates of International School celebrated their graduation evening at the Hyatt Regency, marking the end of an important educational journey and the beginning of exciting new opportunities. Surrounded by their families, friends and teachers, they came together to celebrate years of learning, growth and unforgettable experiences. An Evening of Celebration Filled with laughter, music… A Milestone 10th Generation to RememberIn the elegant and emotional setting of Madlenianum, we celebrated and bid farewell to another generation of International School graduates. This year’s ceremony was particularly special as it marked the graduation of our milestone tenth generation of students who have built their knowledge, friendships, and cherished memories within our school community. In the presence of… Jovana Ignjatović – Valedictorian of the Generation 2025/2026It is with great pride that we recognize Jovana Ignjatović as the Valedictorian of the Generation for the 2025/2026 academic year. This distinction reflects not only her outstanding academic achievements but also the exceptional leadership, dedication, and positive influence she has demonstrated throughout her time at our school. Jovana has been an inspiring presence within… Students explore the history of communication at the PTT MuseumOur students recently had the opportunity to visit the PTT Museum, accompanied by their class teacher, Maja Milosavljević. This educational visit offered them a fascinating insight into the development of communication throughout history and showed them how messages travelled before the digital age. Discovering How People Communicated Through Time During the visit, students explored the… Una Đedović wins 1st place at the International Dance CompetitionWe are delighted to share the outstanding achievement of our Year 8 student, Una Đedović, who, together with her dance team, won first place at the prestigious Paris Dance Now 2026 competition held in Paris. Competing on an international stage, Una and her teammates had the opportunity to perform alongside dance clubs from various countries,…
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