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1801 Ridgewood Ave.
Ames, Iowa 50010
515-817-0600
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School Counselors

School counselors provide information about course planning, college planning and financial aid, and a variety of student supports. Each Ames High student is assigned a counselor based on their last name.

Who Is My Counselor?

If you don’t know who your counselor is, see the student assignments for each counselor below.

AHS Counselors
Julie Bryant
  • 12th Grade 2023: A – G
  • 11th Grade 2024: A – Harris
  • 10th Grade 2025: A – H
Allison DiBlasi
  • 12th Grade 2023: H – R
  • 11th Grade 2024: Harsh – Ra
  • 10th Grade 2025: H – R
  • 9th Grade 2026: G – M
John Burke
  • 12th Grade 2023: S – Z
  • 11th Grade 2024: Re – Z
  • 10th Grade 2025: Re – Z
  • 9th Grade 2026: N – Z
  • EL Students in all grades
Rachel Krofta
  • Works with students in grades 9-12 who receive special education services or who participate in the ALP program.
Bonnie May
  • 9th Grade 2026: A – F

Our Services

Course Planning

Course registration for the current school year is now closed. Reach out to your assigned counselor for assistance.

Course Planning/Registration Book Information

Future Education and Career Center

Our Student Services Office provides a comfortable, welcoming planning center for students to manage their high school careers and get guidance and support for planning their post-secondary education and career options.

Future-Ready Resources 

Checklist for College-bound Juniors
Checklist for College-bound Seniors
ACT Testing Information
SAT Testing Information
College Credit Transfer Information
Regents Admission Calculator

Links for Students and Families

How to Fill Out Your FAFSA: Iowa College Access Network
Online College Application System (through naviance)
ICAN college planning tips for parents and guardians

DMACC Information

The video along with the start early brochure provides students and parents a better understanding of DMACC options. 

What is Career Advantage Video
Start College Early-Brochure

Contact Us

Julie Bryant

Counselor
Ames High School

  • Email Julie Bryant

John Burke

Counselor; Spectrum Advisor; Student Council Sponsor
Ames High School

  • Email John Burke

Allison DiBlasi

Counselor; Student Council Sponsor
Ames High School

  • Email Allison DiBlasi

Our School
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  • Academic Information
    • Graduation Requirements
  • Bell Schedule
  • New Ames High School
  • Staff Directory
  • Student Health
  • Student Services
    • Course Planning
    • School Counselors
    • Student and Family Advocate

Ames High School

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1801 Ridgewood Ave.
Ames, Iowa 50010

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Phone: 515-817-0600
Fax: 515-817-0627

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