Lesson Planner

Generate NES-compliant lesson plans aligned to TEKS standards

Slide Deck Generator

Create presentation slides from your lesson plan

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Generate a lesson plan first, then click "Generate Slides" to create a presentation.

Assessment Analyzer

Grade assessments and generate student groupings for differentiation

PLC Report Generator

Generate data-driven PLC reports that replace traditional meetings

TEKS Standards Browser

Search and explore Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills standards

User Guide

Learn how to use Newton Teacher's Aide effectively

Getting Started

Newton Teacher's Aide is your AI-powered teaching assistant for HISD's New Education System. It helps you create TEKS-aligned lesson plans, analyze assessments, and generate comprehensive PLC reports.

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Lesson Planner

Generate complete 50-minute NES-compliant lesson plans with all 5 phases, differentiation strategies, and exit tickets.

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Slide Deck

Convert your lesson plans into ready-to-use presentation slides with objectives, examples, and practice problems.

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Assessment Analyzer

Grade exit tickets and formative assessments instantly. Get automatic student groupings for reteach, on-track, and mastery.

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PLC Report

Replace traditional PLC meetings with data-driven reports including insights, action items, and next steps.

Quick Start Guide

1

Select Your Grade and Subject

Choose the grade level (3-8) and subject area you're planning for.

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Enter TEKS Standards

Type the TEKS codes for your lesson (e.g., 5.3A, 5.3B). You can search for standards in the TEKS Browser.

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Add Topic and Accommodations

Optionally add a specific topic and identify students needing accommodations (ELL, 504, SPED, GT).

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Generate and Review

Click "Generate Lesson Plan" and review the complete NES-compliant lesson with all phases.

Understanding NES Phases

Opening (5 min)

Hook students with a real-world connection. Share the learning objective. Students restate in their own words.

Direct Instruction (15 min)

Teacher models 2-3 examples using think-aloud strategy. Check for understanding every 3-5 minutes.

Guided Practice (15 min)

Collaborative practice in pairs or small groups. Teacher circulates and provides immediate feedback.

Independent Practice (10 min)

Students work individually on 5-8 problems. This serves as formative assessment data.

Closing (5 min)

Exit ticket with 2-3 questions. Use results to determine tomorrow's reteach groups.

Tips for Best Results

  • Be specific with TEKS: Enter the exact TEKS codes for better alignment.
  • Use the topic field: Adding a specific topic improves the lesson focus.
  • Include accommodations: List students who need ELL, 504, SPED, or GT support.
  • Analyze exit tickets promptly: Use the Assessment Analyzer immediately after class.
  • Generate PLC reports weekly: Keep your team informed with regular data updates.

About Newton

Newton Teacher's Aide is powered by the Newton Supercomputer - a verified computation system where every calculation is proven correct. All lesson plans, assessments, and reports are constraint-verified before delivery.

"1 == 1. The constraint IS the instruction."