The Atkins MS Band had several accomplishments in 2010-2011 including receiving a Sweepstakes rating at UIL Concert and Sight Reading Contest for the first time in 13 years. 80 band students participated in the Atkins Band Solo Contest where 55 received top scores and 20 received second place scores. 10 members of the 2010-2011 Atkins Advanced Band are now part of the Monterey HS Band.