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 Welcomes College Star International for a Presentation on Sports Scholarships AbroadCan sporting talent become a pathway to studying at an international university? For students who dream of pursuing both academic excellence and a successful sporting career, the answer could be yes. International School recently welcomed representatives of College Star International, who introduced students to sports scholarships abroad and the opportunities available to young athletes wishing… From Banking to Entrepreneurship: Vladan Vukajlović Shares His Business Journey at the First Elite Honours ClassWhat does it take to move from a stable career in banking to launching your own business? What are the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face, and how can a business idea grow into a recognisable brand? International School students had the opportunity to explore these questions first-hand during the opening Elite Honours Class of the 2026/27… International School Students Join Peers from Hong Kong for an International Debate on the Future of Young PeopleIs hard work still the key to success, or is prioritising personal happiness and quality of life a more rational choice in a world facing growing economic and social challenges? This thought-provoking question was at the heart of the first international online debate bringing together International School students and their peers from Hong Kong. On… Year 3 Get Creative: Designing Their Own PassportsYear 3 students at International School took part in a creative classroom activity where they designed and personalised their own passports. The task gave students the opportunity to combine imagination, drawing and writing while thinking about the purpose and appearance of an important travel document. From choosing colours and symbols to carefully creating covers and… Year 2 Discover the Power of Primary ColoursYear 2 students at International School explored the world of colour through a creative art activity focused on the three primary colours: red, yellow and blue. Using paint, brushes and plenty of imagination, students experimented with these bold colours and created their own vibrant artworks. The activity gave them the opportunity to observe how primary… Y10–Y13 Classroom Without Walls: An Active Day at Skakaonica Ava ParkAs part of the Classroom Without Walls programme, International School students from Y10 to Y13 spent a memorable day at Skakaonica Ava Park, where movement, fun and time spent together replaced the usual school routine. The visit gave students the opportunity to step away from the classroom, enjoy a more relaxed environment and take part… From the Classroom to the World of Bioscience: International School Students at IBSC 2026Advanced Level Biology students from Years 12 and 13 had the opportunity to connect the knowledge gained in the classroom with contemporary scientific research during a visit to the 10th Joint International PSU–UNS Bioscience Conference – IBSC 2026, held at the University of Novi Sad. Accompanied by their Biology Teacher, Marija Kovački, the students stepped… 5 Bring Their Podcast to Life Through Visual DesignYear 5 students at International School combined creativity and digital skills as they worked on the visual identity for their podcast project. Using digital drawing and design tools, students created original illustrations and graphics that could represent the themes, ideas and personality of their podcasts. The activity encouraged them to think beyond words and sound,… Mini University Fair at International School: One Step Closer to Choosing the Right UniversityInternational School hosted its Mini University Fair today, organised in cooperation with Via Academica, a partner the school has successfully worked with for the third year in a row. The event gave students the opportunity to meet representatives from around ten international universities and higher education institutions, learn more about different study programmes and receive… Year 3 Explore Rhythm and Musical NotesYear 3 students at International School explored some of the key building blocks of music as they learnt about notes, beat, pulse and rhythm through an interactive classroom activity. Using the interactive board, students worked with different note values and rhythmic patterns, learning how individual notes can be combined to create rhythm. Rather than simply…
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