The National A+ Schools Consortium strives to research .  Over, the years Individual states have produced 

1. The A+ Essentials​™ guide individual schools’ and statewide networks’ development.  Members present the A+ Essentials™ as the core areas of work necessary for a successful A+ network and through which the arts and creativity are integrated into both the curriculum and the daily life of each school.

2. Members commit to an established three-year implementation process.

3. Members commit to actively participate, communicate, and share within the NASC.