BANJA LUKA STUDENTS WIN 17 AWARDS AT INTERNATIONAL STEM OLYMPIAD IN ITALY

Students from "Sveti Sava" Elementary School in Banja Luka have achieved outstanding success at the final of the International STEM Olympiad, held in Rome from July 2 to 8, earning an impressive total of 17 awards – four gold medals, two silver medals, seven bronze medals, and three Honorable Mentions.

Following last year's remarkable performance, the young competitors from Banja Luka once again proved they belong among the world's best, despite facing even stronger international competition.

More than 38,000 students from 153 countries participated in the first round of this year's STEM Olympiad, while only 700 finalists from 54 countries qualified for the grand final in Rome.

Representing "Sveti Sava" Elementary School were Vuk Vojvodić, Goran Obradović, Njegoš Stanković, Helena Brkić, Elena Stojković, Matija Ćopić, Marijana Bubnjević, and Iva Šibarević, who competed against some of the brightest young minds from around the globe.

The students competed in three disciplines – Science, Mathematics, and DIY (Do It Yourself) – requiring advanced knowledge of natural sciences, mathematics, logical reasoning, engineering, and practical application of scientific principles. The Science category, which attracts the largest number of contestants, is considered the Olympiad's most demanding discipline

The Banja Luka team earned the highest number of medals in the Science (Physics) category.

Science (Physics)

Gold Medal: Vuk Vojvodić

Silver Medal: Matija Ćopić

Bronze Medals: Goran Obradović, Njegoš Stanković, Helena Brkić, and Iva Šibarević

Honorable Mention: Elena Stojković

Mathematics

Silver Medal: Matija Ćopić

Bronze Medals: Vuk Vojvodić, Iva Šibarević, and Goran Obradović

Honorable Mentions: Elena Stojković and Helena Brkić

DIY (Do It Yourself)

Gold Medals: Marijana Bubnjević, Helena Brkić, and Elena Stojković

This achievement ranks among the most significant international successes for students from Republika Srpska in the field of STEM education.

Competing against the world's most talented young innovators, the students demonstrated exceptional knowledge, creativity, and problem-solving skills, proudly representing their school, the city of Banja Luka, and Republika Srpska on the international stage.

Their outstanding results once again highlight how dedication, quality mentorship, and a strong commitment to science can lead to excellence at the world's most prestigious academic competitions.