Principal preparation program leaders planning a redesign might consider the following: 

• Select district partners with an eye toward long-term commitment. 
• Structure communication and work routines to build and maintain strong working relationships. Do this especially in the early phases of the redesign.
• Evaluate the program’s strengths and gaps using a research-based tool. Do this in collaboration with districts and other partners. 
• Develop a common vision and plan early in the process. Work through differences in perspectives.
• Commit to what is needed to achieve the common vision. This could include fundamental changes in the curriculum, instruction, staffing, and clinical experiences.
• Prepare for known challenges. These might include turnover among those key to the work and conflicting priorities among the partners.
• Prepare to develop, test, and refine components of the program. 
• Build systems to collect data to monitor progress and plan improvements.