The following, based on prior implementations, are the recommended pre-conditions for successful implementation of Arts-Infused Design. These conditions provide the best opportunity for success and sustainability.

1. The principals are prepared to support change through all the steps and stages. There is buy-in from the Board of Education, Superintendent, teachers/staff, and parents, documented in writing.
   
   
2. After an initial introductory workshop, there is signed commitment from 90% of the teaching staff before implementation begins, indicating willingness to work toward change, with clear rationale and intent. Involving parents in this approval process will additionally strengthen chances for success.
   
   
3. The parameters and goals of the initiative are clearly stated, including the number of classrooms/teachers, grade levels, specific groupings if any, length of time; with assessment measures for each component that include qualitative and quantitative measures. (Reference: Artful Teaching and Learning, Mpls/Perpich Center, 2006)
   
   
4. A plan is explicit outlining time expectations for
   a. Implementation in the classroom;
   b. Teacher team planning within contracted time;
   c. Adequate professional development during scheduled PD days;
   d. On-going, budgeted formative and summative assessment.
   e. Adherence to schedules for key milestones.
   
   
5. Strong arts personnel and programs are in place. In lieu of this condition, the first year focuses on building the arts curricula and teacher skills in addition to beginning classroom teacher training. Time for teaching and learning in the arts of music, visual art, movement and drama should be maintained or increased throughout the implementation, with arts-based literacy scheduled for additional time.
   
   
6. All involved commit to weekly journal writing on paper or through e-mail documenting planning, activities, and early training and implementation.
   
   
7. A parent component is planned and scheduled with parent representatives before implementation.
   
   
8. Leadership meetings are regularly scheduled and held, minimum monthly.
   
   
9. No other large initiatives should begin during the first two years of implementation.
   
   
10. Adequate space is provided for arts-infused consultants/facilitators.
    
    
11. A budget is created, and a contract signed before work begins. 1/3 of the amount is paid within 30 days of the starting date. The remainder is billed after the first and second thirds of work, with all invoices paid within 30 days.
    
    
12. The commitment is for on-going and broadening implementation, reviewable/renewable after each year by either party, with documented rationale for either continuation or discontinuation.