Local groups dedicate old Cayce Grammar School’s re-development today

West Columbia, SC 11/20/2024 - Lexington School District Two, the Greater CWC Chamber & Visitor’s Center, Cypress Real Estate Partners, and the City of Cayce dedicated Hattie’s Crossing today at 4:00 p.m. Located at 800 Lexington Avenue in Cayce, this historic event, was made possible by community partnerships.

“As a prior student of Cayce Grammar, I am excited to see the history of our beloved school memorialized, and now as a member of Council and our Chamber, I am encouraged to see the growth bringing new families to our community, all while we celebrate and maintain the original purpose of the property,” stated Tim James, Mayor Pro Tem of the City of Cayce and the President of the Greater CWC Chamber of Commerce & Visitor’s Center.

"We are pleased to recognize and celebrate the roots of Lexington School District Two, and to have one of its educators, Hattie Derrenbacher, as a namesake for this new development," said Lexington Two Superintendent Dr. Brenda Hafner. "It's a fitting tribute to the woman who dedicated her life to educating the children who would one day be productive citizens and leaders of our great city of Cayce."

Mark James, with Cypress Real Estate Partners, stated, "We are pleased that the redevelopment of the historic Cayce Grammar School property into a vibrant new residential infill neighborhood will be starting soon. We have worked hard with the City of Cayce to honor the legacy of this neighborhood school and bring a new and attractive community to Cayce. These single-family homes will blend attractive and traditional architecture with the benefits of new construction. We look forward to getting started and appreciate the support of the city and the neighborhood.”

“Infill development is part of our comprehensive plan, and this is a perfect opportunity for partnerships that transform a blighted property into a vibrant housing opportunity,” exclaimed Jim Crosland, Cayce’s Interim City Manager.