Professor Ilija Katic, a Master Teacher dedicated to math excellence, has shaped his own teaching approach, applied successfully for decades. His award-winning math textbook in former Yugoslavia became the high school math curriculum foundation nationwide.

Founder of the Mathematics High School, Mr. Katic led students to victory in regional and national math competitions, earning the school the highest reputation in the country. Even at International Mathematics Olympiads, his students secured gold, outshining those from larger European nations. Mr. Katic's ability to inspire student enthusiasm was the secret to this success, proving that every young person was ready to be inspired.