Laredo Sector Border Patrol participated in the annual Youth Appreciation Day on November 14, providing students with a glimpse into the service and challenges faced by law enforcement officers. Chief Patrol Agent Jesse D. Muñoz hosted students to be "Chief for a Day," allowing them to tour the Laredo Sector.

This year, two senior students were selected as part of the Laredo Noon Optimist program. Osvaldo Pedroza from Lyndon B. Johnson High School and Viviana C. Ramirez from United High School began their day with a mock swearing-in ceremony conducted by CPA Muñoz. The event was attended by Laredo Sector Command Staff, who offered words of wisdom to the students as they considered their future career paths.

The high school seniors toured various departments within the Laredo Sector, gaining insights into the mission, strategy, operations, and challenges faced by U.S. Border Patrol agents. This initiative aimed to foster understanding between U.S. Border Patrol and the public.

To conclude Youth Appreciation Day, a luncheon was held in honor of the students at the IBC Annex by the Laredo Noon Optimist Club.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is described as America's frontline: "the nation's largest law enforcement organization and the world's first unified border management agency." With over 65,000 personnel, CBP protects America across multiple domains while facilitating lawful travel and trade to ensure economic prosperity.