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Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium administrative and social-unr
Overview
The Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium in Novi Sad continues to face an escalating administrative and social crisis. Following the displacement of students and disputes over school infrastructure, the situation has intensified into active unrest involving student protests and confrontations with Director Radivoje P. Stojković. Students have demanded the reinstatement of dismissed teachers, while parents have joined demonstrations against the disruption of classes.
Labor disputes remain a central conflict. The Union of Syndicates of Educational Workers of Serbia (USPRS) has called for an urgent inspection to investigate the legality of employment terminations and the refusal to renew contracts, alleging discrimination and retaliation against union members. Dismissed professors have filed 10 lawsuits against Stojković to annul their terminations, alleging violations of the Labor Law regarding unpaid salaries and compensation. Additionally, parents reported that the director has failed to appear before the Misdemeanor Court regarding 24 complaints filed by teachers, leading to concerns that he is attempting to let legal proceedings expire via the statute of limitations.
Recent developments show a mix of infrastructural relief and legal escalation. Students are scheduled to return to the main building following repairs to a controversial dome, with authorities implementing a six-month monitoring period to ensure structural safety. However, the legal battle over staffing has intensified; the Basic Court in Novi Sad fined Stojković 10,000 dinars and the school 100,000 dinars for failing to comply with a court order to reinstate suspended professors. Amidst this, sociology professor Marija Vasić has returned to her classroom following a temporary court measure, noting that recent political changes may have facilitated her return.
Entities
Novi Sad · Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium · Radivoje P. Stojković · Serbian Orthodox Church · Dejan Vuk Stanković
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Radivoje P. Stojković, the director of Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium, participated in a Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) campaign event in Kosjerić.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Approximately 60 teachers and staff members have been dismissed or have left the school within a 13-month period.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Two assistant directors previously resigned from their positions.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The school director failed to form the Parents' Council within the legal deadline despite orders from the educational inspectorate.
Timeline
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesSociology professor Marija Vasić returns to classroom in Novi Sad
Sociology professor Marija Vasić has returned to teach at Novi Sad's Jovan Jovanović Zmaj gymnasium after the school director failed to implement a court order for her reinstatement.
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[POLITICS] 6 sourcesNovi Sad professors file lawsuits against Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium director
Dismissed professors and parents at Novi Sad's Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium are taking legal action against director Radivoje P. Stojković over unlawful terminations and unpaid wages.
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesNovi Sad court fines gymnasium director and school
The Basic Court in Novi Sad fined the director of Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium and the school for failing to reinstate suspended professors following a court order.
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[CULTURE] 4 sourcesJovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium students to return to main building
Students of the Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium in Novi Sad will return to their main building this Monday following the completion of structural repairs to the school's dome.
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesParents of Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium students protest potential political appointment
Parents of students at Novi Sad's Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium condemn SNS official Vladimir Đukanović's suggestion that director Radivoje P. Stojković should lead the Ministry of Education.
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[POLITICS] 4 sourcesJovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium director accused of political campaigning
Parents of Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium students have filed complaints against director Radivoje P. Stojković for political campaigning and failing to follow educational inspectorate orders.
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesJovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium students appeal to Serbian Orthodox Church
Students and parents of Novi Sad's Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium have appealed to Patriarch Porfirije for help regarding teacher dismissals and school leadership issues.
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[POLITICS] 10 sourcesJovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium faces crisis amid protests
Protests by students, parents, and teachers are erupting at the Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium in Novi Sad following controversial teacher dismissals and disputes over school management.
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesJovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium parents demand answers on school status
Parents of Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium students in Novi Sad are demanding answers from the Minister of Education regarding school displacement, pending renovations, and potential privatization.
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[POLITICS] 5 sourcesDirector contest for Jovina Gymnasium in Novi Sad remains unannounced
Parents of Novi Sad’s Jovina Gymnasium demand the director contest promised by Education Minister Dejan Vuk Stanković, noting no announcement despite legal deadlines and city officials’ silence.
Sources
antenazadar.hr · beta.rs · budujznami.pl · crikva.hr · danas.rs · extravagant.com.hr · hrvatska-danas.com · masina.rs · n1info.rs · naslovi.net · nova.rs · prijedordanas.com · rijeka.hr · sandzakdanas.rs · sd.rs · story.hr · szabadmagyarszo.com · telegram.hr · visualcrossing.com · ziginfo.rs
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