NEW YORK CITY (WABC) — New Yorkers can now cast a vote for their favorite catchy theme song for Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s 2-K program.<\/p>\n
Music lovers can visit nyc.gov\/jingle to help choose a winner.<\/p>\n
Bronx-born rapper Cardi B and Washington Heights native Lin-Manuel Miranda listened to over 300 jingles, narrowing down the contestants to five finalists: Gerald, Allegra, John, Amanda and Miyuki.<\/p>\n
The contest highlights New York City’s new 2-K program, which opens June 2.<\/p>\n
NYC’s new 2-K program aims to provide free, accessible, high-quality childcare for parents.<\/p>\n
The program will launch with 2,000 free seats this fall. Mamdani’s administration plans to expand the program to universal access within four years.<\/p>\n
Families in districts 6, 10, 18, 23 and 27 will be able to apply for 2-K, beginning June 2. Applications can be submitted through MySchools, by calling 718-935-2009, or by visiting one of the City’s Family Welcome Centers.<\/p>\n
As for the jingle, voting continues through 10 p.m. on June 3.<\/p>\n
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