Willie B. Adkins Scholars Program

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Willie B. Adkins Scholars Program The Willie B. Adkins Scholars Program is a college prep program for grades 8-12. The current class of Adkins' Scholars pledges to continue that legacy

History of the Adkins Project
The Adkins Project, formerly known as the Tanner Project, has been in existence since 1986. The components of the project are study skills, SAT/ACT preparation, tutoring, parent support, cultural awareness, community service, and local and Historically Black College and University tours. Many of the Adkins Scholars choose to attend the colleges visited on the tours also. Past Success
The Adkins Project can boast of many successes over the years and has a great record of motivating students to set a college education as a goal worth pursuing. We have seen former Adkins scholars go on to become doctors, lawyers, business professionals and teachers to name a few.

10/08/2026

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Thank you to the Vallejo City Unified School District for honoring the Willie B. Adkins Scholars Program and recognizing...
10/08/2026

Thank you to the Vallejo City Unified School District for honoring the Willie B. Adkins Scholars Program and recognizing 40 years of partnership! Together, we have helped generations of Scholars prepare for college, grow as leaders, and pursue their dreams.

To VCUSD, our Adkins Alumni, Families, and Scholars—thank you for your continued support and for being part of this legacy. Every success story reminds us why this work matters. 🎓✨

Join us for our 40th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 4–7 PM at the Dan Foley Cultural Center in Vallejo!

🎟️ A limited number of tickets remain. Ticket sales end October 17, 2026—secure yours today!

Purchase tickets through Zeffy⁠: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/willie-b-adkins-scholars-program-40th-anniversary-celebration

09/16/2026
Join us as the VCUSD Board of Education recognizes the Willie B. Adkins Scholars Program for 40 years of impact and exce...
09/02/2026

Join us as the VCUSD Board of Education recognizes the Willie B. Adkins Scholars Program for 40 years of impact and excellence!

📅 Wednesday, October 7, 2026 | 6 PM
📍 VCUSD, 665 Walnut Avenue, Vallejo

Come celebrate our legacy and help us fill the room with the WBA family!

Willie B. Adkins Scholars—start the year strong by giving back! Volunteer at the VCUSD Back-to-School Celebration this S...
08/12/2026

Willie B. Adkins Scholars—start the year strong by giving back! Volunteer at the VCUSD Back-to-School Celebration this Saturday and help distribute backpacks to students and families. Choose a shift and represent WBA with pride!

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Join us for the VCUSD District-Wide Back-to-School Celebration on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Loma Vista Farm (150 Rainier Avenue, Vallejo, CA). We are looking for Scholars to assist with setup, breakdown, and distributing backpacks. Please wear your Willie B. Adkins polo or sweatshirt with black....

📸 Calling All Adkins Alumni & Tannerites! As we prepare to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Willie B. Adkins Schola...
07/30/2026

📸 Calling All Adkins Alumni & Tannerites!

As we prepare to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Willie B. Adkins Scholars Program, we’re looking back at the incredible memories that have shaped our legacy and we need your help!

Do you have photos from your time in the Tanner Project or the Willie B. Adkins Scholars Program?

Whether they’re from college tours, study halls, graduations, special events, or just great moments with fellow scholars, we’d love to include them in our celebration.

📷 Upload your photos here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1NfkZYi92qdCxQYHN6gAQcQdmSpkz2y2y

Or email to: [email protected]

🎉 Join us for our 40th Anniversary Celebration!
Early Bird tickets and sponsorship opportunities are still available. Your support helps us continue providing scholarships, college readiness programming, and life-changing opportunities for future generations of scholars.

🎟️ Purchase tickets or become a sponsor here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/willie-b-adkins-scholars-program-40th-anniversary-celebration

Thank you for helping us celebrate 40 years of excellence, leadership, and legacy. We can’t wait to see your memories and celebrate with you this October

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655 Walnut Avenue
Vallejo, CA
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