How to Reach the District
Welcome to the Grant Parish Public Schools contact hub. Whether you are a current family, prospective student, staff member, community member, or media representative, this page is designed to help you connect with the right school, department, or district office.
The Grant Parish School System central office is located in Colfax, Louisiana, and coordinates districtwide operations including curriculum and instruction, federal programs, special education, technology services, transportation, child nutrition, and facilities management.
For Louisiana K–12 education information, visit the Louisiana Department of Education. Parents can access student grades, records, and attendance through the JCampus Parent Portal.
Central Office
Main office for Grant Parish Public Schools. All departments can be reached at the main number below.
Grant Parish School System
Dr. Erin Stokes
318-627-3274
PO Box 208
512 Main Street
Colfax, Louisiana 71417
Department Directory
All departments share the main office number — 318-627-3274. Dial the extension directly or ask the receptionist to transfer you. Department staff are available during regular office hours Tuesday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
| Department | Contact | Phone | Extension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Nutrition | Theresa Fletcher | 318-627-3274 | 1123 |
| Elementary Education | Michael Dubois | 318-627-3274 | 1127 |
| Federal Programs | Rebecca Fletcher | 318-627-3274 | 1100 |
| Finance | Farrah Edwards | 318-627-3274 | 1126 |
| Human Resources | Melissa H. Steelman | 318-627-3274 | 1103 |
| Maintenance & Facilities | Jim Winegeart | 318-627-3274 | 1305 |
| Secondary Education | Jennifer Winslett | 318-627-3274 | 1115 |
| Special Education | Denise Young | 318-627-3274 | 1125 |
| Student Services & Testing | Gwen Mercer | 318-627-3274 | 1107 |
| Technology & Parent Portal | Shelia Keathley | 318-627-3274 | 1119 |
| Transportation | Ty Melton | 318-627-3274 | 1106 |
School Directory
Seven schools serving Pre-K through 12th grade across Grant Parish. Use the links below to call a school, follow it on Facebook, or visit its website.
Send Us a Message
Use the form below to reach a department or ask questions about enrollment, programs, or district services. A staff member will follow up as soon as possible during regular office hours. For immediate assistance, call the central office at 318-627-3274.
Public Records Requests
Louisiana law gives the public the right to inspect and copy public records maintained by the district. For complete instructions, visit the dedicated Public Records Request page.
Dr. Erin Stokes
Superintendent
Grant Parish School System
PO Box 208 / 512 Main Street
Colfax, Louisiana 71417
318-627-3274
All requests must be submitted in writing to the mailing address above.
Response Timelines
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Immediate
Records immediately available will be produced as soon as reasonably possible. (R.S. 44:32(A))
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3 Days
If records are in active use or storage, written certification will be provided within 3 days with an anticipated production date. (R.S. 44:33(B))
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5 Days
If the district disputes whether records are public, a written determination will be issued within 5 days. (R.S. 44:32(D))
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Enforcement
Enforcement provisions under R.S. 44:35 are tied to the 5-day window.
| Record Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy | $20.00 per certified copy |
| Photocopies, electronic files, CD-ROMs, USB drives | $0.25 per page / per file |
| Employee home addresses & phone numbers | Not released without written employee consent |
For full details on how to submit a request, visit the Public Records Request page.