Information on SSC
SOUTH SUBURBAN CONFERENCE
About the Conference
The South Suburban Conference (SSC) is a Minnesota high school activities conference comprised of ten comprehensive public high schools primarily located south and west of the Minnesota River. Member schools are committed to providing broad, high-quality opportunities in athletics, fine arts, and academics that support the overall educational mission of each school.
The South Suburban Conference was formed in 2009, with official competition beginning on July 1, 2010. The conference originated when nine schools departed the Lake Conference and were joined by Prior Lake High School from the Missota Conference. In 2014, Farmington High School and Shakopee High School joined the SSC following the dissolution of the Missota Conference, while Bloomington Jefferson and Bloomington Kennedy transitioned to the Metro West Conference.
Today, the South Suburban Conference is recognized as one of the premier high school conferences in the state of Minnesota. Member schools collectively sponsor a full complement of interscholastic opportunities, including more than 30 athletic programs and 14 Fine Arts activities.
Primary Mission
The primary mission of the South Suburban Conference is to promote and recognize excellence by providing high-quality, educationally aligned experiences for students in athletics, fine arts, and academics. The conference seeks to ensure equitable competition, meaningful student participation, and consistent standards that reflect the shared values of its member schools.
Core Values
In pursuit of its mission, the South Suburban Conference is guided by the following core values:
Educational Alignment
The conference believes that athletics and activities are an extension of the educational experience. Programs should support student learning, personal growth, and well-being while maintaining appropriate balance with academic priorities.
Broad-Based Opportunities
Member schools are committed to offering extensive and inclusive athletic and activities programs that provide participation opportunities for a wide range of students, emphasizing both competitive excellence and personal development.
Competitive Integrity
The conference is dedicated to fair, equitable, and ethical competition. Member schools work collaboratively to maintain competitive balance and uphold high standards of sportsmanship and conduct.
Recognition and Excellence
The SSC values the recognition of student achievement across athletics, fine arts, and academics. The conference promotes excellence, leadership, teamwork, and commitment among students and programs.
Collaboration and Professional Growth
The conference encourages cooperation, shared problem-solving, and professional collaboration among athletic and activities directors, coaches, and administrators to strengthen programs and ensure consistent practices.