Period Zero

💙 Thank You, Colleen Bratkovich! 💙

Please join us in thanking Colleen Bratkovich for supporting our Pampered Chef fundraiser and encouraging our Student Ambassador, Opal Devlin!

One of the most powerful things about Period Zero is seeing our students surrounded by people who believe in them. Supporters like Colleen help make it possible for students to participate in Teen Networking Nights, leadership experiences, entrepreneurship opportunities, and career exploration activities that prepare them for the future.

Thank you, Colleen, for investing in Opal and helping us create meaningful opportunities for young people in our community. Your support truly makes a difference! ✨

Want to support one of our student ambassadors and Period Zero’s mission? There’s still time to shop! We’ll post the link in the comments below.

💙 Thank You, Lisa Trozzi! 💙

A special thank you to Lisa Trozzi for supporting our Pampered Chef fundraiser and encouraging our Student Ambassador, Blaize!

At Period Zero, we know that strong support systems help young people thrive. Support from family members like Lisa helps us provide opportunities for students to develop leadership skills, explore entrepreneurship, build professional networks, and gain real-world experiences through Teen Networking Nights and other programs.

Thank you for investing in Blaize Charlton and in the future of our students. We are grateful for your support and belief in our mission! ✨

If you’d like to support Period Zero and our student ambassadors, there’s still time to place an order. The shopping link is in the comments below!

We can’t wait Bethel Beer and More !!!

Bethel Beer and More
Janoski's Farm and Greenhouse
Dana Rakes
Upper St Clair-Bethel Park Rotary Breakfast Club Farmer's Market

Come find us!! We are out there in our Parisian inspired gourmet croissant cart, hand filling croissants on site!

🌟 Welcome Our Summer Intern: Brandon Sereno 🌟
At Period Zero, we believe workforce development doesn't begin when someone enters the workforce. It begins long before that through experiences, mentorship, leadership, and opportunities to learn by doing.
That's why we're excited to welcome Brandon Sereno to the Period Zero team as our Financial Systems Intern this summer!
Brandon is a student at Washington & Jefferson College, where he balances academics, athletics, and his professional goals. As a member of the W&J wrestling team, he understands the value of discipline, perseverance, and continuous growth both on and off the mat.
Throughout the summer, Brandon will support Period Zero's financial systems and organizational operations while gaining hands-on experience within a growing nonprofit. His work will help strengthen the systems behind the scenes that allow us to continue creating opportunities for students throughout our community.
When asked what excites him most about this opportunity, Brandon shared:
"I am most excited to get experience working with a nonprofit organization. My father has been working on starting a nonprofit, so the experience I gain from this opportunity will greatly benefit me in the future and help me reach my own goals."
Brandon plans to pursue a career in accounting and finance and hopes to earn his CPA certification after graduation. In his free time, he enjoys spending time outdoors and walking his golden retriever.
We're excited to have Brandon on the team and look forward to seeing the impact he makes this summer as he develops new skills and experiences through Period Zero.
Please join us in welcoming Brandon to the team! 👏
✨ Stay tuned! Next up, we'll begin celebrating Graduation Season at Period Zero and introducing the incredible student leaders who are helping build the workforce of tomorrow.

💙 Thank You, Sharon Wypych 💙

Please join us in thanking Sharon for supporting Period Zero through our Pampered Chef fundraiser!

Every order helps us continue investing in local youth through Teen Networking Nights, leadership development, entrepreneurship experiences, and workforce readiness opportunities that help students build the skills and connections they need for the future.

Support from community members like Sharon reminds us that it truly takes a village to create opportunities for the next generation.

Thank you, Sharon, for believing in our mission and helping us make an impact! ✨

Interested in supporting Period Zero? There's still time to shop and support our fundraiser. Link in the comments!

A big THANK YOU to Xenia Vincent for supporting Period Zero through our Pampered Chef fundraiser! 💙

We’re especially grateful for your support of our Student Ambassador, Opal Devlin, and the work she is doing to help build opportunities for young people in our community.

Every order helps Period Zero continue providing Teen Networking Nights, leadership development, entrepreneurship experiences, and workforce readiness opportunities that connect students to their futures.

Thank you, Xenia, for believing in our students and our mission. Your support makes a difference!

Interested in supporting Period Zero too? There’s still time! The fundraiser is open now, and the shopping link is in the comments below. Every order helps us invest in the next generation. ✨

🎨 What happens when creativity meets opportunity?

On June 10, Teen Networking Nights kicks off our Summer Series: The Creative Workforce with a session led by WL April from Splat: A Make & Take Art Studio and Opal Devlin of Ichigo and Ivy.

Opal started her own business as a student entrepreneur and recently showcased her work at the Young Entrepreneur Fair. Now she's sharing her story with other teens and showing how creativity, confidence, and a simple idea can turn into something bigger.

During this hands-on session, students will:
✅ Design their own personal logo artwork on canvas
✅ Explore creativity, branding, and self-expression
✅ Learn how entrepreneurs turn ideas into opportunities
✅ Connect with other teens in a supportive, real-world learning environment

At Period Zero, we believe that every career starts with an idea, a connection, and the courage to try something new.

📅 June 10, 2026
🕡 6:30–8:15 PM
📍 Splat! Art Studio, Bethel Park
🎟️ Free, but space is limited

Register today:
https://periodzero.ai/programs/

Tag a parent, educator, or teen who should join us this summer.

🤝 COMMUNITY PARTNERS NEEDED 🤝

Period Zero is preparing for our Meet the Team event on June 24, and we're looking for local businesses and community members who would like to support the next generation of leaders.

We are currently seeking:
📸 A volunteer photographer to help capture this special evening

🎁 Raffle basket donations, gift cards, products, services, or experiences

Every donation helps create meaningful opportunities for local youth through leadership development, mentorship, entrepreneurship, career exploration, and Teen Networking Nights.

At Period Zero, we believe that everything connects. When young people gain access to caring adults, new experiences, and professional networks, they begin to see what is possible for their future.

📅 Meet the Team Event
June 24, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM

If you or your business would like to contribute, please send us a message or email [email protected].

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

At Period Zero, we are grateful for the freedoms we enjoy because of the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of our military heroes and their families. Their legacy reminds us of the importance of service, community, and giving back.

As Memorial Day comes to a close, we encourage our community to continue supporting those who have served. On Saturday, June 6, our friends at VFW Post 764 will host the V.E.T.S. Care Charity Fest benefiting organizations that provide critical support to veterans and their families.
And while you're out supporting a great cause, stop by our first Food Truck Fundraiser Series event Bethel Beer and More with Meet and Cheese. Every event helps support Period Zero's youth workforce and leadership programs while bringing our community together.

Thank you to all who served, all who sacrificed, and the families who continue to carry their legacy forward. 🇺🇸

🍦 Meet the Team & Eat Ice Cream! 🍦

Join us on Wednesday, June 24 | 6–9 PM at Bruster's Real Ice Cream in Bethel Park and meet the student ambassadors behind Period Zero's Teen Networking Nights program!

🎵 Music
🎲 Games
🎁 Raffles
💳 Gift Card Giveaways
🍦 Ice Cream

A portion of event sales will benefit Teen Networking Nights and Student Leadership Programs.

Bring a friend and come meet the next generation of leaders!

📍 Bruster's Real Ice Cream
4940 Library Road, Bethel Park, PA