MIC Conference - Indiana

Metropolitan Interscholastic Conference

Celebrating 30 Years of

Excellence & Opportunity

In Central Indiana

Built on Excellence.

Driven by Community.

For three decades, the Metropolitan Interscholastic Conference (MIC) has set the standard for excellence across Indiana high school athletics, academics, and the arts. Home to more than 28,000 students across eight premier public high schools, the MIC is recognized as the winningest and most competitive conference in the state, built on a legacy of achievement, innovation, and community pride.

As we celebrate the MIC's 30th Anniversary, this campaign brings together member schools and communities to honor the moments, milestones, and people who have shaped the conference. From state championships and nationally recognized programs to award-winning performing arts and academic excellence, the MIC reflects a commitment to developing well-rounded students who excel in every arena.

More than a conference, the MIC is a powerful network united by a shared pursuit of excellence. This milestone is both a reflection on the past and a celebration of the collaboration, competition, and character that continue to define its future.

8 Traditional Public Schools,

1 Elite Conference

Ben Davis High School

Carmel High School

Center Grove High School

Lawrence Central High School

Lawrence North High School

North Central High School

Pike High School

Warren Central High School

A Legacy of Excellence,
A Future Without Limits.

The Metropolitan Interscholastic Conference (MIC) was formed in 1996-97 to provide a model for interscholastic excellence across academics, athletics, fine arts, and leadership. MIC was first formed as a “football conference” when some of the biggest public high schools in central Indiana struggled to find teams to play due to their program size.

Nearly three decades later, the conference remains the winningest in Indiana, with the most state championships of any conference, a long history of nationally ranked teams, and facilities that rival the best in the country.

Today, the MIC is home to more than 28,000 students across 8 public high schools that are located on all sides of the I-465 loop in central Indiana.

The competitive nature of the MIC conference is credited with building strong programs where students practice, prepare and compete at some of the highest levels in the state of Indiana.

In the last 30 years, the MIC is home to more than 300 state championship wins, a long-standing history of nationally-ranked teams in various activities, and has trained numerous collegiate, professional and even Olympic athletes for the next level.

The MIC is a collaborative effort between participating schools to provide opportunities for students to compete at the highest level, in some of the best facilities in the state, where school leaders meet regularly to analyze and improve student experiences.

As we celebrate the 30th year of the MIC conference and reflect on the success stories of our students and staff over the last three decades, we are excited for the school leadership to come together and look for new ways to bring excellence to our students and communities,” says Sandra Squire, Principal of Ben Davis High School. “In its 30th year, the MIC leadership, consisting of superintendents, high school principals and athletic directors from our eight schools, is making an intentional effort to bring leadership training experiences to students, as well as a revival of arts and academic competitions within the conference.

Sandra Squire, Principal of Ben Davis High School

The MIC 30th Anniversary Campaign is an opportunity to build a stronger student community, foster connections with other schools through shared events and performances, promote unity, and bring together students from across these communities,” says Dr. Tim Phares, Principal of Carmel High School. “This milestone provides a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the conference’s long-standing legacy of excellence, competition, and sportsmanship, as well as the lasting impact it has had on generations of student-athletes and school communities.

Dr. Tim Phares, Principal of Carmel High School

We are excited to celebrate 30 years of excellence in academics, arts and athletics for public school students across Central Indiana,” says Tracy McMahen, Principal of Center Grove High School. “Being part of a strong, unified conference like the MIC gives students consistent competition against schools of similar size and strength. Strong conferences build traditional rivalries, increase student participation, and strengthen school pride and community support.

Tracy McMahen, Principal of Center Grove High School

A strong conference raises the level of competitive excellence, while unified conferences promote standards beyond wins and losses,” says Franklyn Bush, Principal of Lawrence Central High School. “We are excited to celebrate the MIC conference and the level of excellence we provide for our students, staff and community in athletics, arts and academics.

Franklyn Bush, Principal of Lawrence Central High School

Shared expectations around academics, sportsmanship, and conduct help shape well-rounded students,” says Jason Floyd, Principal of Lawrence North High School. “Conference rivalries build tradition and school spirit. Students rally around meaningful matchups, communities engage more deeply, and school pride strengthens. These experiences create lasting memories for students.

Jason Floyd, Principal of Lawrence North High School

Our students deserve to compete at high levels no matter if they are interested in academics, arts or athletics. This 30th anniversary campaign provides meaningful dialogue and action amongst MIC schools to find ways we can collaborate in support of student achievements and opportunities,” says Jagga Rent, Principal of North Central High School. “Part of this collaborative discussion focuses on bringing leadership training experiences to our students, to gain skills that will serve them long after they graduate.

Jagga Rent, Principal of North Central High School

We look forward to honoring the legacy of the MIC conference, building a stronger student community, and setting the vision for the next 30 years,” says Jeremy Wolley, Principal of Pike High School. “We recognize the importance of having a strong, unified conference to enhance student leadership opportunities. This campaign provides a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the conference’s long-standing legacy of excellence, competition and community in Central Indiana.

Jeremy Wolley, Principal of Pike High School

Through this 30th anniversary campaign, we can honor the rich history and tradition that define the Metropolitan Interscholastic Conference while also highlighting the incredible students, coaches, and communities that continue to shape its future,” says Masimba Taylor, Principal of Warren Central High School. “This milestone provides a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the conference’s long-standing legacy of excellence, competition, and sportsmanship, as well as the lasting impact it has had on generations of student-athletes and school communities.

Masimba Taylor, Principal of Warren Central High School

Upcoming Events

8.21

MIC Campaign Kickoff Tailgate at Team Stiles

Tailgate outside of Ray Skillman Stadium (Center Grove vs. Warren Central football game)

8.24

MIC Student Leadership Workshop in Carmel

The MIC Student Leadership Workshop is a day-long event for students to learn about leadership and teamwork.

9.11

MIC 30th Anniversary podcast drops on Get IN. Podcast network

The MIC 30th Anniversary podcast drops on Get IN. Podcast network