"Mayor Eric Adams and Mayor-elect Eric Adams' predecessor, Mayor Mamdani, along with New York Governor Kathy Hochul, have officially launched the 2-K application process in the first four communities to benefit from this innovative program. The 2-K initiative aims to provide universal free early childhood education to children from birth to age 5 in underserved neighborhoods across New York City. By opening the applications in these initial communities, the city is taking a crucial step towards bridging the early childhood education gap and giving thousands of young children a head start in life. As the program expands to more neighborhoods, it is expected to have a profound impact on the city's most vulnerable populations, setting the stage for a brighter future for generations to come."


Mayor Mamdani and Governor Hochul Open 2-K Applications in First Four 2-K Communities  NYC.gov