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Project Renewal (Photo Albums)
(History of a recently completed project)
 As time progressed, Project Renewal planning underwent many changes. First of all, the funds we received early in the campaign were dedicated to needed renovations in our dormitories. In time we realized that our campus needs were more immediate and so the focus of the project shifted to our classroom buildings. Our dorms are now being renewed on an ongoing basis through our general budget. New furniture and other renovation projects are especially evident each summer throughout the residence program facilities. 
The BFA Board then decided to focus our efforts on the opportunity to expand the
facilities of the Altbau (German for "Old Building") on our Kandern campus.
For the past four years we have been concentrating on renovating the Altbau into
the new Janz Building (in honor of Janz Team who serves as the parent organization
over BFA). The needs for more classrooms, a dedicated music area, a center for our
Discovery Program, and an art studio were growing from year to year as our
classrooms had become crowded. The Altbau also needed to be brought up to current
fire safety standards to meet German law. Plans were further modified so as to
add even more classrooms for expanded growth. The latest design also included a
much-needed improved roof for the Altbau. These important improvements carried a
significant cost, and this grew as the dollar lost nearly 40% of its value against Euro
over the years, and as complications and changes in the plans were made. Thankfully, we
have received many generous gifts from individuals, churches, foundations, and from student
capital assessment fees. As of the 2006-07 year, ongoing completion costs have been
shifted into the annual budget of the school.
The Altbau Renovations - Two Phases
PHASE I. We have completed the first phase of the Janz Building.
The photo albums show some of it completed and in use.
The new 4th-floor library and most of the needed classrooms are up and running.
Also, the music rooms and practice studios are
completed, the art studio is in full use, new washrooms are up to speed, and the
Discovery Center has new offices and workrooms. Plus, we are all up to legal
German code.
PHASE II. The final phase was completed in 2007. It involved the following: 
Our goal to complete Project Renewal by mid-2006 was nearly met. An additional year was required for some of the finishing of the 3rd floor of the Janz Building and expansion of parking facilities. Many thanks to all of you who played a role in this project. Even beyond completion of the school campus improvements, our aging dormitory facilities will continue to be in a process of renewal, with a variety of projects each summer. We welcome people who are willing to join us in these endeavors by giving of their time, finances, and/or prayers. If the Lord leads you to contribute financially, you may do so in any of the following ways by sending a check to:
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