U.S. Customs and Border Protection Field Operations Academy

Standing with immense pride among their onlooking family members, Session 716's powerful motto resonated through the auditorium: "We are America's front line, forged by challenge, driven by duty. United we stand, together we fall. We live to serve and serve to give. We built the foundation brick by brick."

Please join us in celebrating Officer Basic Training Session 716, who triumphantly graduated from the Field Operations Academy on May 8, 2026!

A special and heartfelt thank you goes to Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Office of International Affairs, Clint Lamm for his outstanding mentorship and invaluable guidance, which meticulously prepared Session 716 for their crucial new roles as Customs and Border Protection Officers, tasked with safeguarding America's frontline

In honor of National Police Week, the Field Operations Academy extends its sincere gratitude to all those who have served and continue to serve. We stand proud with you in your unwavering dedication and commitment to protecting our communities.

Join us in celebrating 712, tried and true, on their graduation on April 20th. Their dedication and grit have brought them to this significant milestone.

The academy is just the beginning; we are proud of your achievements and look forward to you making a difference in the field and holding that line.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Acting Deputy Executive Director, International Operations and Advisory Directorate, Daniel Mattina, for his unwavering commitment, support, and leadership that guided this session to success

“Honor in service, A promise we keep!”, was belted out with confidence and pride on 711’s graduation day April 13th. Congratulations to the newest Customs and Border Protection Officers of Class 711! these dedicated individuals proudly graduated, ready to embark on a career safeguarding our nation's borders with unwavering integrity, honor, and duty.

A special thank you to Acting Director of Field Operations, Baltimore, Matthew Suarez, for his invaluable mentorship, dedication, and guidance throughout their training. Your commitment has equipped these officers for success.