Lawrence Public Schools officials announced Friday that five senior, male Free State High School students have been identified as the perpetrators of the vandalism discovered at Lawrence High School Thursday morning.

The vandalism, discovered Thursday morning, included a racial epithet and a phallic symbol outlined in shaving cream on the field. The vandals also reportedly egged a section of bleachers and moved athletic equipment.

Free State High School has notified the students’ parents and “initiated disciplinary action,” Lawrence Public Schools spokeswoman Julie Boyle said.

The school will also give the students community service and involve them in a diversity education program, Boyle said.

Even though there did not appear to be permanent damage to the facility, LPD spokesman Lt. Trent McKinley said Thursday that those responsible for the vandalism could face criminal charges in addition to the school’s disciplinary action.

On Friday, McKinley said the LPD will be sending the investigation’s findings to Douglas County District Attorney Office, which will decide if charges should be filed against the students, McKinley said.

The Lawrence Police Department and school resource officers at both Lawrence public high schools helped identify the students, Boyle said.

The City Showdown football game between the Lions and Firebirds is Friday night.