TISHOMINGO, Okla. (KFOR) — An Oklahoma high school is under fire after a racist photo was taken on campus. It all started off as a spirit night at Tishomingo High School with a Scrabble theme. Students were to spell out words with their randomly assigned letters. Six students used the letters taped on their shirts to spell out a racial slur. The photo has made its rounds on social media and has dozens of parents outraged who say this is not acceptable. Tishomingo Public Schools released a statement on the matter. "Racism and discrimination, in any form, will never be tolerated or accepted on our campus," said Brandon Moreland, Tishomingo Public Schools Superintendent. As far as the punishment, Moreland went on to say "While state and federal privacy laws prohibit me from disclosing details, please rest assured that when made aware of this incident school administration quickly contacted parents of students involved and took immediate disciplinary action." The Johnston County Sheriff's Office is also making it clear that they are aware of the situation and says its main concern is the safety of students and staff. The Sheriff released a statement on social media, "We will be enhancing security measures at the school and other events. Any threats to the school or any kids, due to this situation will be investigated as criminal," said Sheriff Gary Dodd. While at the high school, News 4 saw several law enforcement vehicles onsite. The sheriff's office says this singular incident does not reflect the school or community as a whole. The school has also decided to cancel homecoming activities scheduled for Friday, including the parade and football game. State Representative Jason Lowe (D-Oklahoma City) sent the following statement Thursday morning regarding the post. This type of so-called ‘celebration’ has no place in our country, our state and especially our schools. It is 2024, we are long past the dark days when this hateful, racist word was commonly and publicly used. I will never condone hatred, bigotry, or racism in any form and I implore the Tishomingo School District to take punitive actions against these students for their unacceptable conduct. State Representative Jason Lowe, D-Oklahoma City State Senator Mary Boren (D-Norman) also issued a statement, saying that the incident underscores the need for DEI programs in schools. This is clearly unacceptable in every way, and yet six young men felt safe and comfortable to carry out their ‘extremely poor decision.’ These kinds of behaviors expose school districts to lawsuits for failing to keep the school free of racial hostility that disrupts the learning of students. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs are designed to help students to consider the perspectives of people who are impacted by their decisions. DEI is simply good manners for work and school and is aimed at teaching Oklahomans how to treat one another with dignity and respect – lessons we all need to learn and relearn. Especially since so many of us claim to live by the Golden Rule: Treat Others the Way You Want to Be Treated. It is impossible to know how others would like to be treated, unless you learn how to set aside your own limited experience and bias to consider their view. Unfortunately, the radical right has banned DEI in Oklahoma schools, and has removed a helpful way to teach important lessons about race relations in America. Oklahoma’s young people who are trying to be funny with racially charged displays, captured in photos and shared on the internet, will end up having to explain themselves long after their high school graduation. Yes, they should have known better, but the state failed to make sure they did know better. DEI could have made a difference. State Senator Mary Boren, D-Norman