Athletics
Grant Parish Public Schools supports athletic programs that promote teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, and student growth. This page provides event safety information, student-athlete forms, spectator guidelines, and resources for families, visiting schools, coaches, and sponsors.
Athletic event procedures help create a safe and respectful environment for student-athletes, families, staff, officials, visiting schools, and community members.
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Event Safety & Spectator Guidelines
Grant Parish Public Schools uses athletic event procedures to help maintain a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment. Visitors should review entry procedures, bag guidelines, event protocols, code of conduct, and ticket information before attending.
Entrance to Events
- Guests will pass through designated entrance areas and may pass through weapon detectors before entering. Designated areas will be identified with signage. The School Board reserves the right to inspect or search facilities, objects, or vehicles on school campuses. Random searches with a weapons detector and/or metal detector of a person or personal effects may be conducted.
- Any item that could be used as a weapon is not allowed. Examples include, but are not limited to, firearms, knives, other sharp objects, mace, and similar items. Items may be confiscated and not returned.
- Guests are discouraged from bringing bags into athletic facilities. Bags brought into facilities must follow the guidelines listed below.
Bag Guidelines
To help event entry move safely and efficiently, guests should follow these bag guidelines when attending athletic events.
Clear Plastic or Vinyl Bags
No larger than 12 x 6 x 12.
One-Gallon Clear Plastic Freezer Bag
Must be clear plastic.
Small Clutch Bags
No larger than 4.5 x 6.5; approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap.
Medically Necessary Items
Allowed after proper inspection at the entrance.
Diaper Bags
Allowed with an infant/toddler and after proper inspection at the entrance.
Inspection reminder: Approved bags and approved exceptions may be inspected at the entrance.
Event Protocols & Code of Conduct
Spectators and visitors are expected to help maintain a safe, respectful environment for all participants.
Before and During the Event
Grant Parish Schools are tobacco-free. No outside food or beverages should be brought into the event, except for one 32-ounce or smaller factory-sealed water bottle. Re-entry is not allowed after leaving; anyone entering must have a new, unused ticket. Audio and video surveillance cameras may be in use.
Sportsmanship and Supervision
Elementary and middle school students must be accompanied by an adult. Guests should remain seated, use the bleachers, and avoid off-limit areas. Fighting, disrespectful behavior, or refusal to follow school officials’ directions may result in removal, denial of re-entry, or a ban from future school events.
Tickets & Payments
Event Admission
All persons age 6 and up, school age, must purchase a ticket to enter. Game start times vary by event; please check the host school’s posted schedule.
Contact the Host School
Payment options may vary by school. Please contact the host school to confirm whether electronic payment is accepted.
Student-Athlete Forms
Student-athletes and families may need to complete required LHSAA and Grant Parish forms before participation. Contact your coach, athletic director, or school office if you are unsure which forms are required.
Official LHSAA forms: LHSAA forms are linked from the official LHSAA website so families and schools have access to current versions. If a direct LHSAA PDF does not open or download, visit the LHSAA Forms & Resources page and look under Physical Exam / Medical History Forms.
LHSAA Forms & Resources
Use this official LHSAA page to find current student-athlete forms, including physical exam and medical history forms.
Medical History Evaluation / Physical
Official LHSAA one-page medical history and medical exam form for student-athlete participation.
Athletic Participation / Parental Permission
Official LHSAA athletic participation and parental permission form.
Substance Abuse/Misuse Contract
Official LHSAA substance abuse/misuse contract and consent form.
Student-Athlete Drug Testing Policy Acknowledgment
District policy acknowledgment for student-athletes participating in athletics.
Extra-Curricular & Co-Curricular Insurance Waiver
District insurance waiver and insurance information form for extra-curricular and co-curricular activities.
Coach & Sponsor Resources
Some athletics-related forms are maintained by other departments. Athletics may link to those forms here for convenience, but the maintaining department remains the official source.
Athletic / Field Trip Mileage Form
For coaches, sponsors, and school staff using district transportation for athletic or field trips. This form is maintained through the Transportation Department and should be completed according to Transportation Department procedures.
Mileage and Trip Questions
Contact Ty Melton, Transportation Supervisor, for questions related to athletic or field trip mileage documentation and district transportation procedures.
Athletic Handbook
2026–2027 Athletic Handbook
The 2026–2027 Athletic Handbook is pending Board approval. Once approved, the handbook will be posted on this page for students, families, coaches, and staff.
Need Help with Athletics?
For sport-specific questions, contact your school’s coach or athletic director. For district-level questions, contact the Grant Parish School Board office.
Main Office:
318-627-3274
Colfax, Louisiana 71417