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Whether you're facing charges, preparing for the journey ahead, supporting a loved one, representing clients, or working in corrections, choose the path below to access relevant tools and resources.
Your Story Has Power. Put it On Record by Writing.
Whether you're facing charges, serving time, or rebuilding after release, your journey matters. Document your growth, demonstrate accountability, and build a record showing merit and why you're worthy of higher levels of liberty.
“When I went before the parole board, I showed them my profile. 847 lessons completed, over 50,000 words written. They could see I wasn't just talking about change—I was living it. That profile helped me earn my freedom.”
Join 4,907+ people building documented records of preparation. We designed our dashboards to support real-world decision making that can lead to higher levels of liberty, based on merit.
Document Your Growth
Every lesson completed, every reflection written—your profile captures the work you're putting in. Create a record to show why you're worthy of relief.
Show Decision-Makers
Judges, parole boards, and employers look for evidence of change. Your profile provides tangible evidence of your commitment to transformation.
Track Your Progress
Watch your progress grow with the points you earn. See how far you've come—and stay motivated by documenting each milestone.
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Everything You Need to Prepare
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Lessons, books, and podcasts—created by people who earned the highest level of liberty, at the soonest time, and succeeded upon release.
Daily Lessons
Short, practical lessons that help you prepare, build skills, and document progress toward reentry.
Free Books
Books that teach and inspire, showing how to prepare for different stages of the journey, and work toward the best possible outcomes.
Podcasts
Real conversations with formerly incarcerated people and others who can offer insights and strategies to grow through the crisis of confinement.
Stories of Transformation
Real voices from people who've used our programs to prepare for success.
““I refused to become a product of my environment. Your work helped me see incarceration as an opportunity to break myself down and rebuild into something better.” — Sean Barill * Testimonial received via US Mail”
““Your programs helped me think beyond release—about long-term stability, financial planning, and how to build a future after prison.” — Tevin Williamson *Testimonial received via US Mail”
“Dear Prison Professors, Hello, my name is Travis Penalung. I am currently incarcerated in Santa Clara County on federal charges, awaiting sentencing. I am writing because Michael Santos has inspired me to take a serious look at my life and begin making meaningful changes for the better. To share...”
Daily Lessons
Practical strategies and hard-earned wisdom to help you navigate the system, prepare for what's ahead, and build a path to success.
Build Strength in Prison by Training Your Body and Your Mind
Michael Santos shares his journey from solitary confinement, emphasizing that building physical and mental strength is crucial for enduring prison. Discover how discipline, evolving routines, and goal-setting empower justice-impacted individuals to define their own path and preserve mental health.
Apr 10, 2026
Document Your Growth Before the System Defines You
Michael Santos, founder of Prison Professors, shares a critical lesson: document your growth. Don't let good intentions be misunderstood; build a verifiable record of progress to advocate for yourself, whether seeking lower security, clemency, or a successful re-entry. Learn practical strategies like book reports to shape your narrative.
Apr 3, 2026
Three Bible Stories That Helped Me Survive Solitary Confinement
Confined to solitary, Michael Santos found profound strength in the Bible. He shares how the stories of the Prodigal Son, Joseph, and the Parable of the Talents taught him about reconciliation, finding purpose in adversity, and accepting personal responsibility. His journey illustrates transforming the darkest experiences.
Apr 2, 2026
Rebuilding a Life Through Discipline, Community, and Action
Joseph Lowman's journey proves that success after prison begins the moment one commits to change. Learn how discipline, community, and strategic preparation while incarcerated create powerful momentum for a thriving future upon release, transforming challenges into opportunities.
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