Adams 12 Five Star Schools says it needs extra cash to step up school security, add in more career classes and pay teachers a competitive salary. But to do that, they'll have to convince voters to approve a property tax increase. Before that can happen, the school board needs to approve plans for a mill levy override. They're asking for $39.42 million, which is money the district said is needed more than ever. More local videos here: https://youtube.com/@9news Subscribe to NEXT: https://youtube.com/@Nexton9NEWS Stay connected: 9NEWS Website: https://www.9news.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ilike9news X: https://twitter.com/9NEWS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9newsdenver/ Download the 9NEWS App: https://www.9news.com/appredirect/ Sign up for the 9NEWSLETTER: https://www.9news.com/email 9NEWS (KUSA) is located in Denver, Colorado.