U.S. Customs and Border Protection Field Operations Academy

Help us congratulate the newest Agriculture Specialists of Session 146, who graduated from the FOA, on September 8, 2026!

Protecting America’s agriculture is no easy task, but Session 146 is ready to rise to the occasion. True to their motto: Secure the lines. With vigilance and integrity.

A special thank you to the session supervisors and their mentor, Deputy Executive Director Suzette Kelly, Agriculture Programs and Trade Liaison, for sharing your invaluable wisdom and experience. The time and knowledge you have imparted will prepare these specialists for successful careers and help safeguard our nation for years to come.

Join us in giving them a massive congratulations, and remember—with ASBT 146, it's all about the pest's they detest!

Session 739 is ready to guard the line and protect the land! Join us in congratulating them on their September 15th graduation.

A special thank you to their Session Mentor and Area Port Director of Cleveland, Jason Jalbert, who supported them every step of the way, joining the class for their spirit run and delivering an inspiring keynote address. We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to their dedicated Session Supervisors for their tireless leadership, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to keeping this class disciplined, focused, and on track to graduation.

Good luck and make us proud, Session 739!

Officer Basic Training Session 738 finished their basic training and graduated on September 11th. For CBP, this date serves as a steady, focused reminder of our daily mission to protect the nation and safeguard our homeland.

A special thank you to session mentor and Acting Executive Director of Admissibility and Passenger Programs, Luis Mejia, for guiding this cohort along their journey. We also recognize the dedicated session supervisors for their leadership and steadfast support in preparing these recruits for the field.

Congratulations once again to our newest officers as they step into the field to carry forward this important work.

Congratulations to CBP Officer Basic Training Session 737 on their graduation!

On September 3rd, these new officers officially crossed the finish line, marking the start of their service to our nation.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the session supervisors for their dedication and leadership in preparing these officers for the challenges ahead. We also want to thank Session Mentor, Director of Mission Support for the Operations Directorate, Bruce Dodd, for his invaluable wisdom and guidance throughout this journey.

Session 737 is now ready to stand guard on America’s Frontline.

Congratulations to CBP Officer Basic Training Session 736! September 3rd they officially join the ranks of CBP Officers.

Prepared to defend our nation and uphold the American way of life, these officers are ready to meet the challenges of the mission head-on.

We extend our gratitude to the session’s mentor, Acting Director of the National Targeting Center, Passenger Division, Eric Peters, for his guidance. Mentors like Director Peters help prepare our newest officers for the high standards and rewarding opportunities that define a career at CBP.

Today, we pause to reflect and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

The CBP Field Operations Academy Honor Guard stands in solemn tribute at the 9/11 memorial at Building 912. This site, which features a steel beam recovered from the Twin Towers, serves as a powerful and enduring reminder of our nation’s resilience and the ultimate sacrifices made that day.

We remain steadfast in our commitment to protecting our country and honoring the memory of those who were taken from us. We will never forget.

No task was too great for CBP Officer Basic Training Session 735! On August 25th, they received their badges and credentials!

Good luck in the field, do us proud, and all the best!

A special thank you goes out to Acting Port Director, Miami International Airport, Dylan DeFrancisci, for his dedicated support of the session. (A)PD DeFrancisci's guidance and wisdom were instrumental in shaping these new officers for the challenges ahead.

On August 21st, CBP Officer Basic Session 734 stood united to take the oath to uphold the Constitution. We are proud to welcome these new officers to the front lines as they begin their service to our nation.

A special thank you to the session’s mentor, Daniel Mattina, who currently serves as the Deputy Executive Director for the International Operations and Advisory Directorate, for his time, wisdom, and guidance throughout their training. Dedicated mentors like DXD Mattina are invaluable in ensuring our trainees are prepared to protect that line. Congratulations to all!

Loyal and Brave, Fearless and Free... Session 733!

Congratulations to the graduates of Officer Basic Training Session 733, who completed their training on August 14th. After the rigorous 103 day academy, these new officers are ready to serve as guardians on America’s frontline.

A special thank you to the session’s mentor, Assistant Port Director of New York/Newark, Paula Heacock, for her guidance and leadership throughout their journey.

Sound the call—Session 733 is moving out and ready to defend our nation!