Cato I opened in 2002 with approximately 48,000 square feet of classrooms, computer labs, offices, and student services, as well as a bookstore and Law Library. Also included in the first phase was the opening of a 7,500 square foot Horticulture building and a 4,500 square foot attached greenhouse. Using 2,000 state bonds, Cato II opened in 2007, bringing an additional 48,000 square feet of classrooms, offices, a full-service library and the Cato Middle College High School. In 2011, Cato II was renovated to include an expanded Bookstore, Café, Student Life Center and study areas in the Learning Lounge.